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Jeff, just bring a dozen of the best ones.

I would look at northern part of zone 1 .

norm

First weekend in September starts archery season in Montana, but I would show up if there were 99s displayed and or for sale..Just sayin'..

What would the requirements be to host one of these? I might be willing to host this if there was enough interest to do it in mid-August in the Wellsboro, PA area. Its a beautiful area, near the Pennsylvania Grand Canyon, affordable, and while remote, near enough to population dense areas for many of us to drive. Thoughts?

Good idea. Close to the eastern Savage guys to draw a crowd.

Consider the attendance at the fests at Jed's.

I could make that one, Joe.

Me too, for sure. About a 5 hour drive for me.

Travel through Massachusetts and New York would be a no go with guns.

Need a secure, gun friendly, heat/cooled building that will hold around 30-35 tables. Time frame Friday afternoon till Sunday noon. Will need tables, chairs, meals brought in works best (an on site kitchen works well). We have found someone to spend the night in the building at past events. A nice motel where we can stay that is not to far from the event. We ask for donations to help with cost but the host will end up eating some cost but they don't have to travel to get there (1600 mile drive for Rory and me).

That will give you a ruff idea. Others that have hosted will probably have some input, as well.

I think the location and time would be good. Should draw some eastern folks. Understand the traveling with guns concerns but they could still bring memorabilia items and paper and set up a table. It is a great opportunity to meet new folks and put a face with the name. Count me in as a supporter. Feel free to PM or call me with any questions about how to get it done. Rick's outline is pretty complete and accurate about what it takes. Only other ingredient necessary is about 4-6 enthusiastic supporters who can come early Friday and help with setup etc.
John

I am seriously considering doing this. Spoke to somebody a while back, and it sounds doable for me. It really is a beautiful area. Will start looking for a facility. How many days??? Arrive on Friday nights and depart on Sunday afternoon? Is that about right?
Regarding CT and NY states, it is my understanding that as long as you can demonstrate that you are "driving through" the state, to a specific event, guns are not an issue. That should not be difficult to substantiate. For those that don't know the area, Wellsboro, PA is located roughly 3 hours north of Harrisburg, PA, and an hour southwest of Corning, NY, if that helps.

Close.
In 2014 we setup at noon Friday with Fest following. Full day Saturday with tear down/clean up on Sunday. Lots to see and talk about.
Do what works for you, but, more time is better.

Looks like about a 15-16 hour drive for me. Probably not going to make it. But I would recommend stopping by the Little League World Series in Williamsport, PA on your way. Even if you don't have kids, it's something to see. It doesn't cost anything, and I think the timing might be close.

The first 2 Fests were in New York state, can't see where anybody should be too worried about that.

Times have changed since then Rory. Indiana, Ohio and PA may be firearms friendly but don't break down in IL. Worth the extra time to drop down and go through MO through KY and then up. Had a hell of hassle in northern IL a while back when I got pulled over by a stater and he saw a gun case in my back seat. I'm still pulling for a zone 1 Fest but that's because I live on the left coast with a midwest attitude.

Id try to make a fest in PA if its not in OCT. just depends on my funds at the time, maybe ride down with someone.

Wellsboro is within spitting distance of where I hunted and fly fished for many years. Beautiful country.

It would be like going home for me. Of course I'll go!

I know it's been suggested in years past, but why not two Fests- one for the anointed followers back East and one for the unwashed masses out West? Then, every couple years or so have a big one in the middle of the country (I suggest Rick's house at Christmas, or Rory's house on Opening Day.)

Who would even show up to FestWest? George and I would end up drinking all the beer!

Is it decided? PA? If so, count me in. And I will bring some firearms as well. PA is nice country.

Rick: Once we have a place and time for sure, could you post it with a sticky?

Thanks,
Jeff