PLEASE NOTE: Although this is an extremely long thread, the information listed below is inserted about every 5 pages. Feel free to scan to the last page if you desire- You won't miss out on any pertinent info.
This first post will be continually edited for additional information.
T.O.D. is a family-friendly, non-competitive (trophy or otherwise) get together (GTG)
The 2013, year of the dragon edition of T.O.D is in the books. Now we have just under a year to plan, save and prepare for T.O.D.6. For anyone new to T.O.D., the event is that big. Planning a year in advance is necessary, so please do so... you can thank me later:wink:
2014 Tail of the Dragon Information Summary.
Date of the event: Friday, May 2nd- Sunday, May 4th, 2014
As in previous ToD's the Ridge Top (The Top) is the main gathering spot. Overflow or for those that the "Top's" accommodations aren't up to their standards, options are listed as well.
Accommodations in Bryson City:
Ridge Top Motel- T.O.D. home base/ main gathering spot
390 Arlington Avenue
Bryson City, NC 28713-7604
(828) 488-6363 or
(828) 488-6335
RV campground and motel. Bryson City, NC
IMPORTANT NOTE: You can book your room at The Top NOW, without any charge to your credit/debit card. You will only be charged if you fail to cancel 24 hours BEFORE YOUR RESERVED CHECK-IN DATE. Some might book earlier than the 3rd, so keep this in mind when booking.
Yes, The Top has a CAMPGROUND TOO.
29.00 a night for 2 people. Pets 2.00 extra.
Sleep Inn
500 Veterans Boulevard
Bryson City, NC 28713
(828) 488-0326
Bryson City NC Hotel, Hotels in Bryson City NC.
NEW INFO: Group dicount now becoming available. When Booking, ask for the NEW BEETLE DISCOUNT.
Microtel
82 Songbird Forest Road
Bryson City, NC 28713
(828) 488-7900
Microtel: Online hotel reservations, hotel discounts, hotel packages
Although many will be lodging at the aforementioned hotels, The Top will be the center of activity and ALL attendees of T.O.D., regardless of lodging are welcome to hang out at The Top. Sanjay, the hotel manager is a very accommodating to all of us and welcomes us happily each year.
The names of all attending parties will be ascertained from the registration forms and added to "the list"- the T.O.D. attendee roster, posted here on the org. Here you can get involved in the T.O.D. vibe as you see the list grow before you eyes.
Get on the T.O.D.roster- "The List" submit:
-org screen name
-name of people in your party
-The year and model of your beetle, and your beetle's name
-The hotel you're staying at
-City and State where you live.
To get on "The List" PM Gene by CLICKING HERE
Additional area info:
Tail of the Dragon at Deals Gap and Cherohala Skyway, Graham Co, NC
Smoky Mountain Travel Guides - Bryson City NC - Vacation Guides
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As in years past there will be current year ToD Swag and decals available for pre event purchase, as well s commemorative 5 year anniversary T.O.D. goodies. Watch for details in the Org "Classifieds" section.
__________________________________________________ __________________________________________________ _______________________________
This is a new beetle event, This includes the New Beetle and the 2012+ Beetle
HOWEVER, former new beetle owners, who attened T.O.D., owning a VW are welcome to attend run the dragon, and enjoy the weekend with us. Keep in mind that the beetles will caravan together, and non-beetles will caravan in like manner.
T.O.D. is a thrilling experience and some have voiced bringing other car brands to T.O.D. Your enthusiasm is appreciated, BUT please, this is a New Beetle event, and we want to keep the event as such. We hope that you'll co-pilot with another beetle owner and enjoy the T.O.D. experience just the same.
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Rough itinerary:
Friday- the beetles arrive in Bryson City, beginning early/mid afternoon until evening. Photo ops / meet and greet / motel check-in. Maybe some are checking in a day earlier...you never know.
6:00PM, gather at the "Top" for an informal meet.
7:00PM begins "pizza fest", our Friday night pizza dinner/meet and greet. After dinner more "getting to know each other" time. The pizza fest will be at the Top, with pies provided by, Anthony's Italian Restaurant downtown.
Pizza Fest costs are 5.00 per Adult.
there will be an assortment of pies available for all. Pizza Fest thread forthcoming.
NEW FOR PIZZA FEST: Pizza Fest will conclude with Movies @ The Top, on the grassy knoll. Come enjoy an evening under the stars as we watch movies on the big outdoor screen. Again, you don't have to be booked at The Top in order to enjoy the movies and all The Top has to offer.
Theater provided by VDubYah Cinema.
Saturday: early a.m breakfast at Everett Street Diner- The NEW Official diner of T.O.D. / gas-up / car wash in preparation for taming the Dragon. We depart from Everett Street Diner @ 9:00AM sharp, From Bryson City, we'll arrive at The Robbinsville Ingles market, for a potty break and a snack grab. Leaving Robbinsville, we'll proceed to the Cherohala Skyway where we'll make a stop at the Lakeview (?) overlook, for a photo op. Leaving the overlook, we'll proceed to the Telico Plains Welcome center for another potty break. Leaving Telico Plains we proceed to run The Dragon. Those who are opting out of another run(s), can peruse the Deals Gap shop and the Killboy shop, while others will run the Dragon again.
Saturday night
Saturday Night post-TOD BBQ...Back at the Neon Pig
Following dinner at the Neon Pig, Folk will trickle over to Soda Pops Ice Cream Shoppe for dessert, in the nostalgic 50's style soda shoppe.
There will also be a Saturday night Movie at The Top, as we finish up our Saturday night Ice Cream Social.
Sunday: Departure breakfast at Everett St. Diner, followed by one of two options:
-Option #1 Departing ToD to your respective homes or..
-Option #2 SixChuter Sunday. We've officially added Sunday as an option for those desiring to hang around one more day.
SCS, is a casual day, with no itinerary; just a day to wind down, relax and reflect on the great weekend. No pressure or plans, just go out and enjoy Bryson City. Some options available for SCS:
-Slaying at Sunrise: an early morning Dragon run.
-The Dam Beetles (no, i'm not cussing): Beetles making a run,exploring the Dams of the region. A big hit last year (2012)
-The Road To Nowhere: a trip into the Smokey Mountain national park, up a literal road to nowhere; but the end brings you to beautiful, picturesque scenery, suitable for a picnic.
some will just stay in Bryson City or explore other places; some might find a little group to piddle around with. Whatever the case, SixChuter Sunday is a no-pressure, casual day to do as you will.
SixChuter Sunday will be of extremely special significance for this edition of T.O.D. The one in whom SixChuter Sunday was named, John "SixChuter" Wards is no longer with us. We will do as John would want us to do...carry on, and enjoy the Sunday in His honor and memory.
We will be driving the the original tour loop, as we did in the '09 Maiden Voyage. there will still be time for those that want to make multiple runs while others shop at Deals Gap.
This post will be bumped throughout the thread and amended as new information warrants. Bumps will also include FAQ, ascertained throughout the past few years of ToD, as well as other neat facts about ToD and the Bryson City Carolina region.
So start planning NOW! Start saving and modding; come join us for a great adventure and meet some of the nicest people on earth.
We strongly urge you to bump this thread, especially former TOD slayers. Add your experience and vibe to this great event!
See you at Six!
Is it May yet????
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Official T.O.D. artwork. In tribute to John "SixChuter" Wards.
Welcome to:
T.O.D.6
The 6th Annual
2014
Tail Of The Dragon
Cruise/Weekend GtG Thread
T.O.D.6
The 6th Annual
2014
Tail Of The Dragon
Cruise/Weekend GtG Thread
This first post will be continually edited for additional information.
T.O.D. is a family-friendly, non-competitive (trophy or otherwise) get together (GTG)
The 2013, year of the dragon edition of T.O.D is in the books. Now we have just under a year to plan, save and prepare for T.O.D.6. For anyone new to T.O.D., the event is that big. Planning a year in advance is necessary, so please do so... you can thank me later:wink:
2014 Tail of the Dragon Information Summary.
Date of the event: Friday, May 2nd- Sunday, May 4th, 2014
As in previous ToD's the Ridge Top (The Top) is the main gathering spot. Overflow or for those that the "Top's" accommodations aren't up to their standards, options are listed as well.
Accommodations in Bryson City:
Ridge Top Motel- T.O.D. home base/ main gathering spot
390 Arlington Avenue
Bryson City, NC 28713-7604
(828) 488-6363 or
(828) 488-6335
RV campground and motel. Bryson City, NC
IMPORTANT NOTE: You can book your room at The Top NOW, without any charge to your credit/debit card. You will only be charged if you fail to cancel 24 hours BEFORE YOUR RESERVED CHECK-IN DATE. Some might book earlier than the 3rd, so keep this in mind when booking.
Yes, The Top has a CAMPGROUND TOO.
29.00 a night for 2 people. Pets 2.00 extra.
Sleep Inn
500 Veterans Boulevard
Bryson City, NC 28713
(828) 488-0326
Bryson City NC Hotel, Hotels in Bryson City NC.
NEW INFO: Group dicount now becoming available. When Booking, ask for the NEW BEETLE DISCOUNT.
Microtel
82 Songbird Forest Road
Bryson City, NC 28713
(828) 488-7900
Microtel: Online hotel reservations, hotel discounts, hotel packages
Although many will be lodging at the aforementioned hotels, The Top will be the center of activity and ALL attendees of T.O.D., regardless of lodging are welcome to hang out at The Top. Sanjay, the hotel manager is a very accommodating to all of us and welcomes us happily each year.
The names of all attending parties will be ascertained from the registration forms and added to "the list"- the T.O.D. attendee roster, posted here on the org. Here you can get involved in the T.O.D. vibe as you see the list grow before you eyes.
Get on the T.O.D.roster- "The List" submit:
-org screen name
-name of people in your party
-The year and model of your beetle, and your beetle's name
-The hotel you're staying at
-City and State where you live.
To get on "The List" PM Gene by CLICKING HERE
Additional area info:
Tail of the Dragon at Deals Gap and Cherohala Skyway, Graham Co, NC
Smoky Mountain Travel Guides - Bryson City NC - Vacation Guides
__________________________________________________ __________________________________________________ _____________________________
As in years past there will be current year ToD Swag and decals available for pre event purchase, as well s commemorative 5 year anniversary T.O.D. goodies. Watch for details in the Org "Classifieds" section.
__________________________________________________ __________________________________________________ _______________________________
This is a new beetle event, This includes the New Beetle and the 2012+ Beetle
HOWEVER, former new beetle owners, who attened T.O.D., owning a VW are welcome to attend run the dragon, and enjoy the weekend with us. Keep in mind that the beetles will caravan together, and non-beetles will caravan in like manner.
T.O.D. is a thrilling experience and some have voiced bringing other car brands to T.O.D. Your enthusiasm is appreciated, BUT please, this is a New Beetle event, and we want to keep the event as such. We hope that you'll co-pilot with another beetle owner and enjoy the T.O.D. experience just the same.
_____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Rough itinerary:
Friday- the beetles arrive in Bryson City, beginning early/mid afternoon until evening. Photo ops / meet and greet / motel check-in. Maybe some are checking in a day earlier...you never know.
6:00PM, gather at the "Top" for an informal meet.
7:00PM begins "pizza fest", our Friday night pizza dinner/meet and greet. After dinner more "getting to know each other" time. The pizza fest will be at the Top, with pies provided by, Anthony's Italian Restaurant downtown.
Pizza Fest costs are 5.00 per Adult.
there will be an assortment of pies available for all. Pizza Fest thread forthcoming.
NEW FOR PIZZA FEST: Pizza Fest will conclude with Movies @ The Top, on the grassy knoll. Come enjoy an evening under the stars as we watch movies on the big outdoor screen. Again, you don't have to be booked at The Top in order to enjoy the movies and all The Top has to offer.
Theater provided by VDubYah Cinema.
Saturday: early a.m breakfast at Everett Street Diner- The NEW Official diner of T.O.D. / gas-up / car wash in preparation for taming the Dragon. We depart from Everett Street Diner @ 9:00AM sharp, From Bryson City, we'll arrive at The Robbinsville Ingles market, for a potty break and a snack grab. Leaving Robbinsville, we'll proceed to the Cherohala Skyway where we'll make a stop at the Lakeview (?) overlook, for a photo op. Leaving the overlook, we'll proceed to the Telico Plains Welcome center for another potty break. Leaving Telico Plains we proceed to run The Dragon. Those who are opting out of another run(s), can peruse the Deals Gap shop and the Killboy shop, while others will run the Dragon again.
Saturday night
Saturday Night post-TOD BBQ...Back at the Neon Pig
Following dinner at the Neon Pig, Folk will trickle over to Soda Pops Ice Cream Shoppe for dessert, in the nostalgic 50's style soda shoppe.
There will also be a Saturday night Movie at The Top, as we finish up our Saturday night Ice Cream Social.
Sunday: Departure breakfast at Everett St. Diner, followed by one of two options:
-Option #1 Departing ToD to your respective homes or..
-Option #2 SixChuter Sunday. We've officially added Sunday as an option for those desiring to hang around one more day.
SCS, is a casual day, with no itinerary; just a day to wind down, relax and reflect on the great weekend. No pressure or plans, just go out and enjoy Bryson City. Some options available for SCS:
-Slaying at Sunrise: an early morning Dragon run.
-The Dam Beetles (no, i'm not cussing): Beetles making a run,exploring the Dams of the region. A big hit last year (2012)
-The Road To Nowhere: a trip into the Smokey Mountain national park, up a literal road to nowhere; but the end brings you to beautiful, picturesque scenery, suitable for a picnic.
some will just stay in Bryson City or explore other places; some might find a little group to piddle around with. Whatever the case, SixChuter Sunday is a no-pressure, casual day to do as you will.
SixChuter Sunday will be of extremely special significance for this edition of T.O.D. The one in whom SixChuter Sunday was named, John "SixChuter" Wards is no longer with us. We will do as John would want us to do...carry on, and enjoy the Sunday in His honor and memory.
We will be driving the the original tour loop, as we did in the '09 Maiden Voyage. there will still be time for those that want to make multiple runs while others shop at Deals Gap.
This post will be bumped throughout the thread and amended as new information warrants. Bumps will also include FAQ, ascertained throughout the past few years of ToD, as well as other neat facts about ToD and the Bryson City Carolina region.
So start planning NOW! Start saving and modding; come join us for a great adventure and meet some of the nicest people on earth.
We strongly urge you to bump this thread, especially former TOD slayers. Add your experience and vibe to this great event!
See you at Six!
Is it May yet????
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Official T.O.D. artwork. In tribute to John "SixChuter" Wards.
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