Geowoodstock IX in PA!!!!

[Death Wish Dave]

Angela says I snore too much so I might be banished to tent city while she goes back to the hotel in NY.

I always bring ear plugs!

[cycleangela]

Angela says I snore too much so I might be banished to tent city while she goes back to the hotel in NY.

I always bring ear plugs!

Tried that before...doesn't help!

[Corfmania]

If I actually stay overnight there, I'm just going to crash in the back of the SUV I think.

[Calvertcachers]

They have now published several pre and post events. One of which is the Friday night event where you can pick-up your registration package. They are having a Pow Wow featuring the Native American history of the region GC2VQ5Y. Very cool!

http://www.geocaching.com/seek/nearest. ... -79.394583

[decafsaysmoof]

I'll be there - I'm very new to the group, but hope to meet some of the MGS members. Thanks! Christina Enge

[Calvertcachers]

They have opened up registration for the GW Texas Hold'em poker game. If you are interested in trying to get a seat, go to the GW forums and enter your name.

The MGS made a good showing at the Tenn. GW poker game and Ferrettpack walked away with a load of geocoins!

[_JohnnyCache]

If you plan to register for Geowoodstock,you have only 12 more days to do so. Register at Geowoodstock.com

[_JohnnyCache]

Looking for something unique to wear at Geowoodstock? Thanks to Mrs Bocco, a new design is in the MGS Shop!

[_JohnnyCache]

Last year a small group gathered for a picture with the MGS banner at Geowoodstock VIII. This year we wanted to formalize a time so anyone attending could get in the group shot for Geowoodstock IX. Look for the MGS banner somewhere on the grounds July 2nd then at 13:00 gather in that area to take the official MGS Geowoodstock IX group photo



Geowoodstock VIII

[mjb007]

For anyone going to Geowoodstock IX,

I just dropped this bug
http://www.geocaching.com/track/details ... 692a0272be

in this cache

http://www.geocaching.com/seek/cache_de ... 023238bb07

The cache is a quick Ammo can C&D, and the bug wants to go to events. Always cool to help a bug on a mission!!

[cooley1103]

I am a Mega Event Noob, so I have a couple of quick questions:

1. Do they put out new caches like we do at our events?
2. For our MGS photo, can we hold our own event?
3. Rumor has it there are vendors everywhere.
4. Do we know who all is going from MGS?

[Terri]

I am a Mega Event Noob, so I have a couple of quick questions:

1. Do they put out new caches like we do at our events?
2. For our MGS photo, can we hold our own event?
3. Rumor has it there are vendors everywhere.
4. Do we know who all is going from MGS?

Yes, there usually are new caches but there are still lots in the area.

I don't think we can hold an event within an event.

Vendors are everywhere and are usually packed and lines and it's great!

Haven't got a clue as to who all is going from MGS. I know billy, Lori and I will be there camping on site. Maybe we need to do a roll call or just do what we normally do, find folks as we wonder around.


You're going to have a blast. This will be my third geowoodstock and billy's fourth. Lots of good people from all over and some good caches.

Terri

[_JohnnyCache]

I am a Mega Event Noob, so I have a couple of quick questions:

1. Do they put out new caches like we do at our events?
2. For our MGS photo, can we hold our own event?
3. Rumor has it there are vendors everywhere.
4. Do we know who all is going from MGS?

Quote from the Geowoodstock Facebook Page

"Gee, I don't think cachers are going to have enough to do in our area. We only have 1110 caches within 25 miles of the venue, 4696 within 50 miles and 14291 within 100 miles... And I know for a fact there will be more coming out soon..."

Even if the reviewer would allow it, I wouldn't want to disrespect the Geowoodstock event by holding an MGS event within it. Pennsylvania is our host and I would hate to give the wrong impression of Maryland. However, scheduling a flashmob or small event somewhere in the vicinity would work if someone wanted to organize it, as there are already several events scheduled around Geowoodstock.

There will be lots of vendors, by looking at the Geowoodstock Sponsor Page will give you a general idea of some vendors that will attend. Groundspeak will also be sending at least 2 Lackey's to the event too.

By looking at this thread and the MGS Facebook Page some of the members attending can be identified. Might be interesting to start a specific thread and get a better idea of MGS attendance.

[czar7]

Are there any "Must Do" things that can only be accomplished at Geowoodstock or an event like this?

I don't know what I am talking about or I would not have the question.

What I don't want to have happen is to show up at the 1pm MGS banner picture and have someone say..."I did not see you at the widget gadget event at 11. Didn't you know this is the only time you can do that one?"



Thanks!

[Corfmania]

They have (probably already do) a complete schedule of events and happenings.

By the way, if anyone can't make it or has an extra train ticket, I'm looking!

[_JohnnyCache]

Schedule

All times for scheduled events are subject to change as plans evolve. Tentative schedules are posted now to help you plan your trip to northwest PA.

Sunday, May 1, 2011 - Early Registration Ends

Early registration for GeoWoodstock IX ends at at 11:59 PM EST

The cost of Registration goes up $5.00 for each level

Wednesday, June 1, 2011 - Registration Deadline

Registration closes for GeoWoodstock IX at 11:59 PM EST

Wednesday, June 26, 2011 - Associated Events

Get Walking Some (GWS) in McKean County! (GC2TQG2)

Wednesday, June 29, 2011 - Associated Events

Event for Early Birds to GeoWoodstock (GC2HNR3)

If you are here early for GeoWoodstock, plan to stop in for dinner at the Country Foods Restaurant in Corry, PA from 6:00 - 8:00 PM and meet/greet other early birds.

Thursday, June 30, 2011 - Campground Opens

GeoWoodstock Campground at the Warren County Fairgrounds opens at 1:00 P.M. See the campground rules for more information.

Check in and get settled for the long weekend and get started on the Allegheny GeoTrail to earn your free geocoins!

Friday, July 1, 2011 - Associated Events

7:30-9:30 AM
Come Meet the Mama's II (GC2V8TP) Richards Restaurant; 27920 Rt. 6; Youngsville, PA 16371 Meet & greet other fellow geocachers at a breakfast event before the train ride.
10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
GeoWoodstock Express Train Ride Event (GC2N1EM) Train tickets are sold out for the Friday GWS event run, but you can still drive to Oil Creek State Park and participate in the event . You can also buy a ticket directly from the OC&T RR for their normally scheduled runs on Saturday or Sunday if you miss the train ride.

6:00-9:00 PM Official Friday Night Meet and Greet Event
GWS Pow-Wow on The Little Brokenstraw Creek (GC2VQ5Y) Warren County Fairgrounds; Pittsfield, PA
The Trackable Exchange Building will be open for dropping off travel bugs only. You will receive one ticket for each trackable you drop off, and you can redeem your tickets for trackable exchange on Saturday.
Friday 6 pm to 8:30 pm Registration Bldg. open for early pickup of pre-ordered GWS merchandise.
Friday 6 pm to 9:00 PM Marketplace open for sales of food and merchandise. Music by DJ
Friday 8 pm to 9:00 PM Campfire with Lance White Eagle-Native American Storyteller


Saturday, July 2, 2011 - GeoWoodstock IX

9:00 AM to 6:00 PM
GeoWoodstock IX (GC2AZ7G) Warren County Fairground; Pittsfield, PA
9 am to 3 pm Registration Bldg. open
9 am to 6 pm Drop off and pickup trackables at Travel Bug Exchange
9 am to 6 pm Rainbow the Clown
9:15-9:45 Bird banding demonstration activity
9 am to 3 pm Silent Auction for some great prizes donated by sponsors and fellow geocachers
9 am to 3 pm Event Store open for business while merchandise lasts
9 am to 3 pm GPS Accuracy Game
9 am to 4 pm Geo-Bingo Icebreaker game
9 am to 6 pm GeoWoodstock Jr. Fun Zone for Kids activities
10 am Official Opening Cermony -Welcome to GeoWoodstock IX
11 am Meet the Reviewer Panel
11 am to 2 pm Searching for the Lost Dutchman's Treasure
11 am to 2:30 pm Official Meal Service Available
11 am to 5 pm Live podcasting studio open
11 am to 4pm Educational Classes in 2 separate classrooms
11 am Introduction to Geocaching and Introduction to Whereigo
12 pm GSAK 101 and Advanced Whereigo
1 pm Advanced GSAK and Caching with a Droid Phone
2 pm Make the Most of Your Premium Groundspeak Membership and Geocaching Etiquette
3 pm Sponsor Showcase by DeLorme and others TBA
1 pm to 4 pm GeoPoker Tournament
2:30 pm to 5:30 pm Live Music with Temple Gray
5:45 pm Closing ceremony
(SCHEDULE SUBJECT TO CHANGE)



6:00 PM - 8:00 PM ZHR's 34th Anniversary Celebration Event (GC2XP15) GWS Campsite 210



9:00 PM t0 12:00 Midnight
Midnight Geocoin Madness 3 Event (GC2P5WK)
Youngsville Firehall; Youngsville, PA

Note: GeoWoodstock is a one day event.

If you aren't at the Warren Co. Fairgrounds between 9:00 AM and 6 :00 PM on Saturday, you will miss GeoWoodstock.

Sunday, July 3, 2011 - Associated Events

Time 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM
NCT's Kinzua Beach Geobash Event ( GC2XCVD )

10 AM to 1PM – Swimming, picnicing and gathering at Kinzua Beach. Information on ANF geocaches available.
11:00 AM – Talk on "Leave No Trace" principles by members of the ANF Chapter of the North Country Trail Association
11:30 AM – Q & A on ANF recreation
12:30 PM – Door prizes announced, must be present to win.

Warren 4th of July Fireworks
see schedule for more information at this link http://julyfourth.warrenpa.us



Monday, July 4, 2011 - Campground Closes

1:00 PM
GeoWoodstock Campground Closes
11:00 AM to 2:00 PM
We could use some help to clean up Warren County Fairgrounds

[_JohnnyCache]

Just a reminder to look for the MGS banner somewhere on the grounds July 2nd then at 13:00 gather in that area to take the official MGS Geowoodstock IX group photo

[_JohnnyCache]

Created a photo gallery for anyone that wants to share pictures of their adventures at Geowoodstock IX.

[_JohnnyCache]

[Corfmania]

Great pic. Hey, there was a trackable there and my pic didn't turn out. If you know the number and are OK with PMing it to me please do. It was the big concrete pillar with the round metal tag in front of the trackables pavillion.