[jrussell]

OK,
Here are my thoughts, said after another great event!
1. Event registration forms- Good idea! I think this could be
generated as an on line sign up by someone with that
experience.
2. Hotel- So far, this one is still the best one we have had in
the 5 events, and they want us back after two consecutive
years there. Done deal.
3. Group photos- I think due to our increasing size this will be a
continuing problem, and will only get worse...leading us into...
4. Digital Photography- Well, we tried this new guy, and I am not
impressed. I don't think he has it "down" yet, but he missed a
LOT of cars in both his action location areas, seemed to be
uncomfortable in controlling the group picture situation, we
have a group photo predominately white background and a
small elongated rectangle. This is a no vote for a repeat.
5. 6.7.8. All were good this year, but the idea of posting drawing
times is a winner.
9. Etc. I do agree with Gary S. on considering a later date fo the
event. I believe holding this in the spring when this stunning
area is in bloom and the weather is warmer would help us
account for the "no shows" from the 92 confirmed and our
actual count- somewhere around 77 or so. I think somwhere
around 4 to 8 weeks later could provide us with a much more
successful event- numbers wise, and a truly stunning cruise.
The hill country is one of the most beautiful in our State, so why
not take advantage of it.
When Coleen/Ed or whoever has the membership packets that were not picked up we will have a better feel as to the percentage that did not show, which will certainly be interesting.
This is just my opinion, and this was an overall winner because of the people that did attend, and will come back next year, and the next year........
John Russell