Hybridfest 2007 Registration is Now Open

Jim, Very funny. I was wondering about that after I posted it. <Open mouth, insert foot. >
Of course I look forward to meeting everyone.

As far as flying in, for those that fly into Madison and stay at the Clarion hotel, there is a free shuttle between the airport and the hotel.

 

oh geez, i didn't even see that post [blush]

ok, if we make it, we will. we've got almost 3 months to get stuff worked out. maybe that's enough time :blink: :lol:

 

<div class='quotetop'>QUOTE(ericbecky @ Apr 30 2007, 05:14 PM) [snapback]432777[/snapback]</div>

I know that. Actually, given the choice of meeting a middle-aged, slightly overweight, semi-redneck or a young, attractive, intelligent, articulate, and always-helpful-with-Prius-questions future PhD, it's a no-brainer.

 

I'm really considering it. I'd love to meet a lot of you in person. Can anyone help me with figuring out accommodations? I'd want to be nearby, and CHEAP is definitely important! Thanks!

Peace --

 

<div class='quotetop'>QUOTE(marjflowers @ May 5 2007, 03:06 PM) [snapback]436140[/snapback]</div>

Hi Marjflowers,
The wife and I are going to the Hybridfest and have checked out a few hotels in the area we used hotels.com and since we have a dog we generally use Red Roof Inns cost is 70.00 a night for Fri and Sat.
The Red roof is 8-12 miles from the fairgrounds depending on the route you take.

The other hotel was Super8 it was 67.00 for Fri & Sat. night but we have had better service from the RRInn.

They are booking quite fast so I would recommend reserving a place soon.
hope that helps

chk out the hotels .com and hotels r us web sites for rates

 

<div class='quotetop'>QUOTE(marjflowers @ May 5 2007, 04:06 PM) [snapback]436140[/snapback]</div>

priussoris is right on track as far as prices.

The hotel that Hybridfest has negotiated a special rate with is the Clarion Suites Madison Central which is adjacent to the Fairgrounds. The rate is $94, a discount from the $119 rate which is shown on Travelocity. (See more about it on the "Where to stay" page on the Hybridfest web site.)
While it isn't the least expensive, it is convenient.

The least expensive option would be to go camping. I know of at least one attendee that is doing that. Capital Springs State Park is the closest. It is situated on a road that was part of last year Hybridfest MPG Challenge route. Total cost depends on your choice of sites and residency status.

The least expensive hotel that shows up on Travelocity in Madison today is $67 and is ~ 8-10 miles from the Fairgrounds
67 Red Roof
70 Extend Stay America West
72 Econo Lodge
79 Days Inn
. . .etc

One last option for you, if you are comfortable with it, is to try Priceline.com. I have seen 3* hotels in Madison go for $45 - $65 a night + fees. (Hotels like the Sheraton or the Concourse Hotel downtown. Holiday Inn Crowne Plaza on the east side.) You have plenty of time to place/adjust your bid between now and July.

 

Peg and I'll be coming. But have to miss Friday as she can't get off work. Too bad cause I love ice cream! Good idea, Delta Flyer, about the name tags, but I already signed up.

Looking forward to seeing everyone there!

 

i thought i posted this in another thread, but hell. we'll be there for sunday's events. can't make it for friday or saturday though.

we'll be tired but we'll be there

 

Say hello for everyone for me, Gal. I'll stay here and take care of the East Coast.

 

<div class='quotetop'>QUOTE(honoreitiscom @ Mar 12 2007, 04:51 PM) [snapback]404411[/snapback]</div>

I'm coming and volunteered for several things since I don't know anyone. Hopefully I will meet a lot of you!

 

<div class='quotetop'>QUOTE(efusco @ Jun 16 2007, 09:22 PM) [snapback]463224[/snapback]</div>

People have the option of including their screen name on their name tag. (I plan to.)

On the registration form it says
"Name as you want it to appear on your member ID badge (i.e. first name, nickname, or screen name etc.)"

 

Wife and I became members will be there ( with EBH in hand) oh Wayne

 

<div class='quotetop'>QUOTE(priussoris @ Jun 22 2007, 08:29 PM) [snapback]466682[/snapback]</div>

I'm all warmed up Craig, c'mon up.

Wayne

 

<div class='quotetop'>QUOTE(FireEngineer @ Jun 23 2007, 11:06 PM) [snapback]467119[/snapback]</div>

Since people coming a long way need you I won't take up your time that weekend. You can visit me and Tony in Gurnee some time and I'll buy lunch.

 

<div class='quotetop'>QUOTE(N_IL_Priusfan @ Jun 28 2007, 01:40 PM) [snapback]469549[/snapback]</div>

I'm not going just for the cheese curds, bother me any time.

Wayne

 

<div class='quotetop'>QUOTE(FireEngineer @ Jun 28 2007, 01:50 PM) [snapback]469563[/snapback]</div>

Of course you gotta have a beer an' a brat wit' the curds, yah, hey? :lol:

 

Well, I have been to WI. before but never heard "cheese curds" before so I had to look them up
http://www.doorbell.net/tlr/cheesecd.htm

I have been to Block Cheese company , Wayne Block was the Owner there. We bought 55 gal. drums of scrap cheddar, now your thinking why 55 gal. drums of scrap cheese. well it was for making catfish bait when I was younger and worked at Bush Wildlife Area.

So now cheese curds sound pretty good, but agree a cold NA beer to go with.

 

mmmMMM... cheez curds... how i miss them. can't wait to come home. oh yeah and hybridfest too

we will actually make it there for saturday afternoon, after a bit of rescheduling and such. looking forward to meeting folks!

 

PLanning on coming up- wasnt for sure until today- registration is closed but oh-well I'll have my 07 mag-gray package 6 in the lot somewhere