Las Vegas Marauder Meet-Up 2015

[Mebot]

Hello fellow West Coasters,

I was going to wait for the call to action from the owner with regard to planning and submitting proposals for Marauderville 13 but based on the discussion in this thread:

http://mercurymarauder.net/forums/showthread.php?t=95622

I wanted to get the word out sooner than later. as you can see from my dialogue, I think Las Vegas would be an awesome destination for MV13. Hotel accommodations, sights, events, speedway, etc ... all factors that need to be considered when submitting a proposal are all there in Vegas.

I want to make this work, but as I am currently in Washington State, my reach is limited. We live in a technologically advance society, so that shouldn't limit me too much. We have internet, smart phones, skype, Google Talk, etc. I am willing and able to make this happen and wanted to get the feeler out sooner rather than later.

Even if MV13 is not in Vegas, I still would like to get traction on setting a meet up in Vegas. If we can plan a date to work with in 2015, I think it's entirely doable to finally get a group together. I am going to need help with some logistics/planning but if anyone is interested, drop me a PM.

Ideas? Comments? Concerns? Suggestions? Let's use this thread as a jumping off platform.

[03blackvegas]

Once again, I'm here to assist.

[Dude]

I'm in Arizona. It would be cool to see more than one or two marauders in one place. I took mine to fabulous ford last year. I was one of three marauders there. What's that all about. Lol

[fastblackmerc]

I'm in Arizona. It would be cool to see more than one or two marauders in one place. I took mine to fabulous ford last year. I was one of three marauders there. What's that all about. Lol

I believe the largest concentration of Marauders is on the east coast, hence a better chance of more attending meets or you seeing one.

[88LTDCV351]

I'm in Arizona. It would be cool to see more than one or two marauders in one place. I took mine to fabulous ford last year. I was one of three marauders there. What's that all about. Lol

A number of us have gone at different times in the past. I can't remember the count the year I went but there was quite a few that year at Fab Fords.

[svtrichie]

I will drag Dude all the way there from Phoenix!!

[1Marauder]

I am in. If we can get caravans from Seattle, Portland, NorCal coming south, I am sure the LA Marauders would come... And get folks coming in from i40 Route 66 from same distance Oklahoma and or Texas.... This would be huge!!!

[1Marauder]

I want us all to cruise Hoover damn, damnit!

[1Marauder]

And rent a helicopter to het photos of us all on the damn!!!

[Mr. Man]

I believe the largest concentration of Marauders is on the east coast, hence a better chance of more attending meets or you seeing one.While this is true there is no reason why there can't be a Marauderville West or make it an annual regional meet like Louisville. I say go for it! :)

[03blackvegas]

Going to the Dam is a good activity, however, from the last time we went, I would advise that the trip be done really early in the morning. The later it gets, the more crowed the parking is, and last time we were all over the place trying to find a place to park. The Red Rock Loop might be a good place as well, or a trip to the Mount Charleston Lodge.

[1Marauder]

I am in for all.

[03blackvegas]

The activities I would like to plan, would highlight driving and enjoying our cars since we are defined by that.

[teamrope]

MV II was a 3 day drive For me, MV III was 4. This close me & the Mrs might even bring both cars. :)

[MERCULES]

I am in for Vegas, I have never been there.

I want to set the record for longest distance traveled to attend a Maraudervile, it would be 3400 miles for me to get there as I am 12 hours north of Boston in Canada.

EPIC road trip with my silver birch :burnout::banana:

[03blackvegas]

I am in for Vegas, I have never been there.

I want to set the record for longest distance traveled to attend a Maraudervile, it would be 3400 miles for me to get there as I am 12 hours north of Boston in Canada.

EPIC road trip with my silver birch :burnout::banana:

If you could manage to pull that off, I would have to tip my hat to you for sure.

[Cosgrandmarquis]

Sounds good to me!

[Redster]

It is in driving range for me. Without stating the obvious that there are a lot of things to do in LV. For example, Shelby American has tours of their shop and museum. When I went a few years ago, it was free. Plus there are lots of hilly roads that would be fun and free. Lastly, they have races on the dragstrip at LVMS that aren't free, but aren't very expensive.
If you are really optimistic and think you can get a lot of attendees, you could probably rent the road course at LVMS for a day. I know that the TEAM SHELBY club has done this. But that would require big bucks.

[1Marauder]

MV II was a 3 day drive For me, MV III was 4. This close me & the Mrs might even bring both cars. :)

I was thinking the same thing... Only my son or a smoking hot girlfriend would be driving the other....HA!

[lifespeed]

It's about time for a western USA Marauder get together! I'll go.

[bigrocks85]

Sounds like a good plan!!!!!

[71cyclone]

Sounds like a good plan!!!!!
Great Idea , Back in my Ski Days ,your Major clubs had Eastern Regionals and Western Regionals every year 'The Crew from DMV tried to do both' :burnout:The Western Regionals were the best- [Plus west coast snow was the most fun, Powder vs snow and Ice] and the People were friendlier and more down to earth. Whistler/ in Canada - Alta, Sno bird, Deer Valley , Vail , Copper mountain ,Arapaho Basin, Steamboat, to name a few west coast spots.

[Logizyme]

I'm in!

Whatever it takes. Lets figure it out.

While proposing a MV in vegas, I think that we should plan to have this meet go down regardless of having MV there or not so that we can get and hold allot of support for this.

[03blackvegas]

If anyone else, (and we know there is), has organized an event, let me know the basic steps, and I will follow those recommendations here in Vegas. I will contact some Hotels and ask about special room rates, ask about special parking. Once a month there is a Cruise Night, it would be cool to show up with a bunch of Marauders. The more participants, the better our chances with the Hotels, however all that aside, any Member, or Members that would want to come to Vegas, would be welcomed by me.

[Mebot]

While proposing a MV in vegas, I think that we should plan to have this meet go down regardless of having MV there or not so that we can get and hold allot of support for this.

Correct. That was the intention in my initial post lol

[Mebot]

If anyone else, (and we know there is), has organized an event, let me know the basic steps, and I will follow those recommendations here in Vegas. I will contact some Hotels and ask about special room rates, ask about special parking. Once a month there is a Cruise Night, it would be cool to show up with a bunch of Marauders. The more participants, the better our chances with the Hotels, however all that aside, any Member, or Members that would want to come to Vegas, would be welcomed by me.
Hey 03blackvegas,

I'll send you a PM. there should be an announcement from the owners soon that will include everything needed to organize a Marauderville. You can search previous years' for info. But this is a good blueprint/template to with.

I have not organized a large regional meet like Louisville or Marauderville, but I have organized smaller meets in the CAM area (Captain Dan's meet where we've had as large as 20 Marauders), and I have helped co-organize the Autumn Brewery Tour last year.

I have great relationships with the folks who helped plan and organize MV5 in DC as well as Carlisle and Louisville. We have tremendous resources available to make this a success. Like I said, I will do whatever I can to help.

Glad to see a lot of support already! This is terrific

[Mebot]

Also from the responses in the other Vegas thread (see the link in post #1) there is a ton of stuff to see & do in and around Vegas

So further to my point and Logizyme's post above, even if this isn't a Marauderville, we have the beginnings of a west coast regional annual meet here. After so many years of the regional Louisville meet, a lot of the events have become redundant and/or stagnant (this doesn't make Louisville any less fun and Louisville is more about hanging out and having a good time but I digress...). Point is we can make Vegas a fun exciting event year after year and not have the same itinerary twice. It's actually quite exhilarating

[Dude]

I'm there. Just say when...

[Logizyme]

I will HAVE to drive LVMS's road coarse.

I'm turning into a track chaser :D

[03blackvegas]

A good friend of mine is in the SCCA, if we have something here, I'll try to set something up with the SCCA. Just another thing to do here in Vegas.

[lifespeed]

A good friend of mine is in the SCCA, if we have something here, I'll try to set something up with the SCCA. Just another thing to do here in Vegas.

Sounds good to me. I've been wanting to track the new suspension setup. I'll bring a set of race brake pads :D

[88LTDCV351]

Glad to see someone finally getting some traction on this.

[Dude]

Has anyone nailed down a date?

[Shaijack]

I would be interested in coming from New Orleans... I could bring the wife and turtle.
Mebot keep your hands off of my turtle

[03blackvegas]

I still would like to see a list of procedures that are followed for setting up a National Regional Meet. Otherwise I'll just pick a date, and whomever can come, then so be it.

[Bluerauder]

I still would like to see a list of procedures that are followed for setting up a National Regional Meet. Otherwise I'll just pick a date, and whomever can come, then so be it.

Here's a list of criteria and responsibilities that were used for MV12 >>>>> http://www.mercurymarauder.net/forums/showthread.php?t=89784

The planning team generally divides up the responsibilities to distribute the workload (e.g. hotel, check-in/registration, nametags, goodie bags, raffle prizes, T-Shirts, trophies, banquet, and daily itineraries/venues/events). This is probably as close to a set of "procedures" that you will see, since it tends to vary by event and how complex it becomes.

Best to have a conversation with someone who has orchestrated one of the major events.

[FastMerc]

I do believe if its a go you may be surprised how many cars would be there.

[slickster]

Wow this is really happening. 2200 miles hmm can I and the car go on a train or plane;)

[MERCULES]

I would love to swing down north below Boston then head west and hook up with some Marauders along the way and see how big a convoy we could get by the time we hit Vegas.

What a blast that would be. 3400 miles for me to Vegas, epic road trip.:burnout:

[Mebot]

I still would like to see a list of procedures that are followed for setting up a National Regional Meet. Otherwise I'll just pick a date, and whomever can come, then so be it.
This

Here's a list of criteria and responsibilities that were used for MV12 >>>>> http://www.mercurymarauder.net/forums/showthread.php?t=89784

The planning team generally divides up the responsibilities to distribute the workload (e.g. hotel, check-in/registration, nametags, goodie bags, raffle prizes, T-Shirts, trophies, banquet, and daily itineraries/venues/events). This is probably as close to a set of "procedures" that you will see, since it tends to vary by event and how complex it becomes.

Best to have a conversation with someone who has orchestrated one of the major events.
And this..

Yes, Charlie is correct with the requirements for past MVs... I've also been in touch with members who have planned previous MVs and I have a pretty good grasp of what all is entailed. I'm just waiting for the green light from the ownership.

03blackvegas, I still owe you a PM, my apologies. I'll be in touch soon

[Mr. Man]

Get the local Chamber of Commerce involved. When our group did MV9 the local Chamber guy did a lot of the local legwork for us as we did not live in Harrisburg. They can get hotels bidding for your business and can help orchestrate many of the activities as they have relationships with the area businesses.

[Mebot]

Cool! good info Eric thanks!

[slickster]

Next year we should make it nov4 to nov7 for sema. I was there in 02 I think befor the mm went on sale. I remember knowing that it would be there but could not find the mercury area. After about an hr of looking for it and crying I seen a big mercury sign in the back corner ran over and there it was. I drooled over it for an hr

[Mr. Man]

Next year we should make it nov4 to nov7 for sema. I was there in 02 I think befor the mm went on sale. I remember knowing that it would be there but could not find the mercury area. After about an hr of looking for it and crying I seen a big mercury sign in the back corner ran over and there it was. I drooled over it for an hr

SEMA is not a general public event, at least it didn't used to be. You need to be in the auto biz, although they used to have a pretty liberal attitude when it came to that.

[slickster]

I guess it was the motor trend show nov 28-30. http://www.motortrendautoshows.com/lasvegas/

[Mebot]

Next year we should make it nov4 to nov7 for sema. I was there in 02 I think befor the mm went on sale. I remember knowing that it would be there but could not find the mercury area. After about an hr of looking for it and crying I seen a big mercury sign in the back corner ran over and there it was. I drooled over it for an hr
You're on the right track though

What we need is someone who has a connection with the local Mustang/Ford club. We need to see what plans for shows they may have in 2015 and see if we can piggyback on their event.

[1Marauder]

And we can't forget the Marauder "buddy-up" system for those who want to fly in... And meet ride with a Marauder/Buddy/ride sponsor.

[Dude]

If we go during a mustang meet I might want to take my notch instead... lol

[1Marauder]

Wild horses couldn't drag me away....

[2,4shofast]

Im willing to make the trip as long as it is after March. Im over getting stuck in snow storms on the trip down and back :beer:

[jus4kix03MM]

I wanna go! :wave:

[FastMerc]

I would love to swing down north below Boston then head west and hook up with some Marauders along the way and see how big a convoy we could get by the time we hit Vegas.

What a blast that would be. 3400 miles for me to Vegas, epic road trip.:burnout:

Now that's what I am talking about! :banana2:

[FastMerc]

Next year we should make it nov4 to nov7 for sema. I was there in 02 I think befor the mm went on sale. I remember knowing that it would be there but could not find the mercury area. After about an hr of looking for it and crying I seen a big mercury sign in the back corner ran over and there it was. I drooled over it for an hr

Weather be an issue for many on that one.

[03blackvegas]

Wait a minute, hold on now guy's, I think we might be getting a little off track here, a Marauder event in Las Vegas, means just that, a MARAUDER event, not Marauder/ Mustang event. If we can't stand alone and make an event work then so be it, but I'd rather have 2 Marauder people parked next to each other in a parking lot enjoying each others cars, then 2 Marauders surrounded by 100 Mustangs. Let's keep our focus, I own a Marauder, not a Mustang.

[Mebot]

Wait a minute, hold on now guy's, I think we might be getting a little off track here, a Marauder event in Las Vegas, means just that, a MARAUDER event, not Marauder/ Mustang event. If we can't stand alone and make an event work then so be it, but I'd rather have 2 Marauder people parked next to each other in a parking lot enjoying each others cars, then 2 Marauders surrounded by 100 Mustangs. Let's keep our focus, I own a Marauder, not a Mustang.
No you're right. I absolutely agree. Should be a Marauder only itinerary.

Reason I bring up a mustang or Ford show is for a show event only. This would only be one part the itinerary. Looking at past Marauderville and other Marauder event schedules, there has been a car show on the docket. Not a requirement but something to make the event a bigger draw

[03blackvegas]

Another point to keep in mind, we don't have to hit a home run the first time out either, let it build over time and develop into a substantial event.

[Redster]

like that idea

[MERCULES]

Do it and they will come :)

[FastMerc]

Wait a minute, hold on now guy's, I think we might be getting a little off track here, a Marauder event in Las Vegas, means just that, a MARAUDER event, not Marauder/ Mustang event. If we can't stand alone and make an event work then so be it, but I'd rather have 2 Marauder people parked next to each other in a parking lot enjoying each others cars, then 2 Marauders surrounded by 100 Mustangs. Let's keep our focus, I own a Marauder, not a Mustang.

I totally agree! :)

[1Marauder]

Hey I was quoting the STONES... I drive Marauder's! AGREED!

[BCMARAUDING]

I'm sure there are a few Canadian Marauder's in BC that would make the trip to Vegas...me included LOL Keep us posted!

[1Marauder]

I will also find a local auto detailed/washer... To clean all of our rides once we get there!!!

Thinking hotel that will allow us our own (accessible) parking area.

[1Marauder]

The convoys from all directions will be EPIC!!!!

[TooManyFords]

If the weather is warm enough, I'll drive my twin turbo ProRauder out for this.

I love going to Vegas!

[FastMerc]

If the weather is warm enough, I'll drive my twin turbo ProRauder out for this.

I love going to Vegas!
Now that would be sweet...

[2,4shofast]

Any chance of us nailing down some dates soon, I need to start planning and getting time off work. Lets make this happen:beer:



I usually stay at the Embassy Suites when I am in Vegas, but parking at both locations is hit or miss and like most of Vegas the surrounding area is not the best. Where ever we end up staying I would prefer to not be on the strip; it would be a mess trying to get a group of Marauder moving up and down the strip.

Do any local members have suggestions for hotels? Maybe over by the Town Square? Homewood Suites is always a home run....Good food and shopping close, Shelby factory around the corner, etc.

[88LTDCV351]

Southpoint is a not so busy casino off the strip. And it has the Steak n Shake. Could be a good base of operations to stay away from the busy crazyiness in between the venturing out for activities.

[Logizyme]

We should certainly set a date before the begining of the year. Everyone will start doing vacation requests and we should get the time squared away prior to.

I'm going to nominate the weekend of August 1st. So 07/31/15 - 08/03/15.

Early August is far from any major holidays where people may have other things planned. Its not in the dead middle of summer where we - and our paint(for all the black Marauders) will be baking in the sun. Its later in the year rather than earlier so we will have additional time to plan the event.

I think weekends will certainly be best, as that means I would only need 2-3 days off from work for a 4-5 day event and I'm sure many would be in the same position. I don't think I would be wanting to take a weeks vacation for a meetup.

Anybody going to play some poker tournaments with me?

[Logizyme]

2 day (16hr) drive from seattle - each way.

at least planning the Northwest convoy:

Canadians/north of Seattle come down and hotel one night in Seattle.
Seattle group leaves early morning - meets anyone in Portland and leave portland before noon.
Northern group hotels half way between Seattle and Vegas one night - any suggestions where?
Second day of driving through the desert and meeting in vegas in afternoon/evening.

Any other Marauder groups we may want to consider between portland and vegas?

[lifespeed]

It is pretty hot in Las Vegas in August.

[Logizyme]

Yea but I imagine its cooler than late june/july. IDK.

Just trying to move things along.

[88LTDCV351]

Northern group hotels half way between Seattle and Vegas one night - any suggestions where?
Second day of driving through the desert and meeting in vegas in afternoon/evening.

Any other Marauder groups we may want to consider between portland and vegas?

I always like to stop at Calico Ghost Town for food and giggles. Also there is the Bonnie and Clyde death car to see in Prim NV

[junior]

We should certainly set a date before the begining of the year. Everyone will start doing vacation requests and we should get the time squared away prior to.

I'm going to nominate the weekend of August 1st. So 07/31/15 - 08/03/15.

Early August is far from any major holidays where people may have other things planned. Its not in the dead middle of summer where we - and our paint(for all the black Marauders) will be baking in the sun. Its later in the year rather than earlier so we will have additional time to plan the event.

I think weekends will certainly be best, as that means I would only need 2-3 days off from work for a 4-5 day event and I'm sure many would be in the same position. I don't think I would be wanting to take a weeks vacation for a meetup.

Anybody going to play some poker tournaments with me?

My wife and I went on labor day this year and EVERY day was 105+. :violin:

[2,4shofast]

August is pretty miserable in Vegas. May or June would still be warm/hot and would beat the school vacations/congestions. I like where this is going however....lets talk this out!
:beer:

[BUCKWHEAT]

A good friend of mine is in the SCCA, if we have something here, I'll try to set something up with the SCCA. Just another thing to do here in Vegas.

Woo Hoo. If you had a road course event and a drag race event, I would be all in. I'm not too big on the let's drink and sightsee type of MV's.

[BUCKWHEAT]

Once again, I'm here to assist.

what octane gas is available in Vegas? 91 octane or can we find 93 octane? Could be important in the heat.

[Logizyme]

Altitude is 2000+ ft so I doubt you'll find any 93 at the corner gas station.

I imagine LVMS will have race fuels on track if we were to organize a track day.

[03blackvegas]

There are some 100 Octane Rebels around town.

[FastMerc]

I drove my Marauder to Vegas a couple years ago no problems with my stroker motor on the gas there.

[JohnnyCashMerc]

I missed the Chicago meet and I'm practically in Chicago and just rolled over 100k in my Marauder, but if it's in Vegas. Whats another 3,500 mile round trip? I'm in! http://www.4smileys.com/smileys/dance-smileys/dance-smiley11.gif (http://www.4smileys.com) When are the soonest dates could be available? Need to turn in vacation picks for work like last week. Haha!

[Logizyme]

Feel free to nominate a time when you'd like it to go down. That's what we are here to discuss. Can't organize any events until we set a date.

Like I said we should definitely center it around a weekend to reduce the amount of time everyone will need to take off. Keep in mind for allot of us we looking at multiple days driving each way so this will likely end up being just 2-3 days actually in vegas and going to organized events.

[PuntyMario]

I'm sure there are a few Canadian Marauder's in BC that would make the trip to Vegas...me included LOL Keep us posted!

ahem you got that right! Vegas, vegas vegas VEGAS!!!!

[JohnnyCashMerc]

How about like late September? Great end of summer weatherhttp://www.4smileys.com/smileys/seasons-smileys/sun.gif (http://www.4smileys.com) and nice time of year for a road trip. http://www.4smileys.com/smileys/vehicle-smileys/smileycar64.gif (http://www.4smileys.com) what do you think? http://www.4smileys.com/smileys/thinking-smileys/think_smiley_23.gif (http://www.4smileys.com)

[Mebot]

Thanks for all the comments and suggestions! This thread just got a lot of traction recently and apologies for being MIA. This is always a hectic time of year, but I do agree that we need to get a date set soon. I have not heard anything about MV13 or any call to action on that. My thinking was to nominate Vegas as a potential MV13 locale, but this is looking like it's own standalone regional meet up.


How about like late September? Great end of summer weatherhttp://www.4smileys.com/smileys/seasons-smileys/sun.gif (http://www.4smileys.com) and nice time of year for a road trip. http://www.4smileys.com/smileys/vehicle-smileys/smileycar64.gif (http://www.4smileys.com) what do you think? http://www.4smileys.com/smileys/thinking-smileys/think_smiley_23.gif (http://www.4smileys.com)

Yes, this is what I was thinking as well. Late September is usually when the Marauderville event takes place. I was thinking that we could plan around the same weekend as MV but in Vegas. Kind of like a Joint-MV (coast to coast!). But there has been nothing posted about MV so I think we should plan this independently of MV planning.

Late September is ideal because it's not too incredibly hot, the weather in most locations is still ideal so folks traveling across the Rockies or from points north won't incur inclement weather.

Plus it's 9 months out which will afford plenty of time to plan and make adjustments as necessary. A date needs to be set first. You can't please everyone.

September 16-20
September 23-27

[Logizyme]

I like the weekend of the 26th - further from labor day makes it easier for everyone.

[BLACKMARAUDER04]

I'm in for Vegas. I won't drive the MKS w/ Ecoboost.
What's 25MPG going to do for me over 20MPG?

[2,4shofast]

September would probably be better for planning and the weather conditions should still be very nice. The 23-27th would work the best for myself. Maybe a poll could help this get sorted out quicker?

[TooManyFords]

As long as it does not conflict with HOT ROD DragWeek in September, and then MarauderVille, I'm good to go! Later in Sept the better.

[FastMerc]

As long as it does not conflict with HOT ROD DragWeek in September, and then MarauderVille, I'm good to go! Later in Sept the better.

I was thinking that Vegas would be Marauderville. You guys need to get with the moderators of this site to submit an event with all your ideas.

[Logizyme]

Seems like late September is good for everyone thus far.

[Mebot]

I was thinking that Vegas would be Marauderville. You guys need to get with the moderators of this site to submit an event with all your ideas.
Mark, no info has been posted about submitting nominations. Usually by this time planning is well underway for several cities.

I suggest we plan this as a standalone event and if nominations come out for Marauderville, then we push to make it happen.

I like the idea about the poll and I'll get on that tomorrow. Thanks everyone!

[Logizyme]

Lets keep the discussion going.

So for events we certainly want a track day, preferably with both road coarse and drag strip (I'm partial to road coarse). We want a grand ol' place to take some kickass pictures. Any other on-theme Marauder based events? What about off topic events - shows, gambling, sight seeing? Lets suggest things now so we can get them planned faster and with better detail.

[2,4shofast]

The Shelby factory is a ok event, the new facility is pretty small but its worth a visit if you have never seen it before. They also have the exotic car driving events out at the raceway if anyone is interested as well....just a few thoughts.:beer:

[1Marauder]

Bump up!

Need to start this ball rolling!

[FastMerc]

I am curious as to what is going on, if this is going to be Marauderville I am in hell ya!

[1Marauder]

It is a separate event open to all.

[BPinsent]

It sounds like there are a lot of good ideas being put forth, if I can add something to the discussion how about incorporating some other events into what is being planned??

I did some looking around on the interwebs and found two events that look interesting;

"Cars and Coffee™ Las Vegas is a weekly Saturday morning gathering of auto enthusiasts from 8:00am - 11:00am where hundreds of proud drivers from the Las Vegas area and beyond will congregate to kick tires and have a cup of coffee. There will be something for everyone to enjoy; classics, exotics, concepts, hotrods, motorcycles and motor-sport."

http://lasvegas.carsandcoffee.info/

Also in nearby Henderson there is Super Run 2015, although the 2015 info is not up on their site http://www.superrun.com/ it is held the last weekend in September.

I think that it would be awesome to see a convoy of Marauders making the 20 mile drive from Las Vegas to Henderson.

Any other ideas??

[Chayton]

Im so pumped for this! And I really think we should continue the push for this to be recognized as a Marauderville. Its about time we had one West coast

[Fourth Horseman]

I'll definitely come to a Las Vegas event. Particularly if it's during the nice weather months. Not a big fan of the drive from Salt Lake in the winter. ;)

[Bigdogjim]

Watching for a date, I am up for a ride from the Great State of New Jersey:)

[Mebot]

Sorry for the delay in getting back to this thread. Life is what happens when you start making plans. Thank you for keeping this thread alive and glad to see so much interest in making a Las Vegas meet occur.

As of now (January 6, 2014), there has been no post or mention of Marauderville 13. So at this point, a Las Vegas meet would be a stand-alone regional meet. Like I've said before, regardless if it's an MV location or not, I still would like to make this meet happen.

We have tentative dates of Sept 23-27th. Re-reading this thread it looks like I only have one person post who actually lives in Vegas (03blackvegas). I know there are other folks on this site who live there. Making this event happen is going to put a huge onus on these folks.

Please take a look below. I copied this from the MV12 itinerary. This gives you an idea of what is required for planning and execution. This should be used a guideline.


Here are the criteria and timeframe for proposals.


Criteria for Marauderville XII


Lodging

Hotel must be affordable. Someone MUST make an on-site visit to determine available facilities.


Amenities: King and Two Queen rooms; High Speed Internet (preferably at no extra charge); dining room, banquet facility, bar all on-site or within close proximity; pool preferred.


The hotel must be able to offer a block of no less than 50 rooms and have ample parking. Security is a high priority.


Itinerary

¼ or 1/8 mile drag strip, Road course or oval track within a reasonable distance and the cost of use. Test and Tune is an affordable option. Preferred event but not required.


Things to see and do: plant/factory tours, museums, breweries, wineries, local culture, Cruises, anything automotive and/or transportation related.


Car Show with awards


Maraudervilles have traditionally been a Thursday through Sunday event.
Early Fall would be ideal, although other times will be considered depending on circumstances such as events we can piggyback on.

Consider the distances needed to travel in between itinerary locations as well as traffic and turns.

Down time and time to socialize are important so there's no need to fill every minute of the day.

Responsibilities of Planning Team


Communiciation and follow-through are the most important tasks for the Team. MM.Net will provide a closed forum for the Planning Team so all communications and tracking are in once place.


Site visits to potential hotels and all proposed venues.


Contact and pricing for awards and t-shirts. If you have no one local, we can provide info from prior vendors that served us well.


Contact Supporting Vendors and local area businesses and Chamber of Commerce for support of MV12.


Please create and submit a Budget include projected costs for any itinerary options such as admissions, fees, rentals, meals, catering, insurance, etc. It is OK to suggest "meal on your own."


Use 100 people as a guideline for costs.

The most important part of planning and execution is a dedicated group of people - doesn't need to be many - that can follow through with all aspects of the event.

[Mebot]

03blackvegas, I just sent you a PM

[Mebot]

BTW this event will not happen just by posts on a forum. I'm going to need the blessing and buy in from the folks who live in Vegas. The onus will be on them to ensure routes are scheduled, hotels are safe (including parking) and accommodations are secure.

I think there is genuine interest in making this event happen, considering this thread is still getting traction almost 3 months after posting it. So I think we have the potential to make this a truly West Coast regional event.

I PM'd 03BlackVegas with some thoughts and ideas, but if you live in Vegas and want to help contribute to this please drop me a line. I'm trying to corral interested folks to meet up at a singular location and then I can dial in via free teleconference call or something. I am in Seattle, WA but in this day and age we don't have to be restricted by geographic limitations.

IF you are in another state and want to help out and join the planning committee, drop me a PM or send me an email: mebots@gmail.com

[1Marauder]

Sorry for the delay in getting back to this thread. Life is what happens when you start making plans. Thank you for keeping this thread alive and glad to see so much interest in making a Las Vegas meet occur.

As of now (January 6, 2014), there has been no post or mention of Marauderville 13. So at this point, a Las Vegas meet would be a stand-alone regional meet. Like I've said before, regardless if it's an MV location or not, I still would like to make this meet happen.

We have tentative dates of Sept 23-27th. Re-reading this thread it looks like I only have one person post who actually lives in Vegas (03blackvegas). I know there are other folks on this site who live there. Making this event happen is going to put a huge onus on these folks.

Please take a look below. I copied this from the MV12 itinerary. This gives you an idea of what is required for planning and execution. This should be used a guideline.



One small add to list for hotel car storage -- access to stored vehicles (?).

[REAL4WD]

would other panther platform vehicles and owners be welcome? got a fair sized group in the Los Angeles/Orange County area of SoCal that might be interested.

[BPinsent]

We could have a Panther-palooza :D

[Mebot]

would other panther platform vehicles and owners be welcome? got a fair sized group in the Los Angeles/Orange County area of SoCal that might be interested.
I don't want to speak for everyone, but I'm cool with it. If it means extra headcount to fill reservations and accommodations, why not? Approximately how many people/panthers are you talking about?

[Mebot]

One small add to list for hotel car storage -- access to stored vehicles (?).
What do you mean? Do hotels in Vegas have storage facilities on their premises?

[FastMerc]

Im so pumped for this! And I really think we should continue the push for this to be recognized as a Marauderville. Its about time we had one West coast

There you go! Plan it :D !!!

[FastMerc]

Watching for a date, I am up for a ride from the Great State of New Jersey:)

There you go I am not the only one!!!

[1Marauder]

If anyone else, (and we know there is), has organized an event, let me know the basic steps, and I will follow those recommendations here in Vegas. I will contact some Hotels and ask about special room rates, ask about special parking. Once a month there is a Cruise Night, it would be cool to show up with a bunch of Marauders. The more participants, the better our chances with the Hotels, however all that aside, any Member, or Members that would want to come to Vegas, would be welcomed by me.

I'd go old school 3 ring binder w 8 dividers:

Hotel
Contacts data etc

Restaurants

Activities

Mapquest (or not) A to B, B to C, etc... For motor pools

Rideshare "Fly in people & Marauder Volunteers"

Attendees list. Screen names vs real names list and cell -copies for all

[REAL4WD]

I don't want to speak for everyone, but I'm cool with it. If it means extra headcount to fill reservations and accommodations, why not? Approximately how many people/panthers are you talking about?

it's a facebook group, we have 183 members. with maybe 50 of them being semi-active in meets. and 10-20 that try to meet up once a month.

https://www.facebook.com/groups/178834128910734/

my best guess is 20-30 would be interested (not sure how many would make the trip though) we've talked about a Vegas meet before. just hard to get everything set up.

[teamrope]

I'll definitely come to a Las Vegas event. Particularly if it's during the nice weather months. Not a big fan of the drive from Salt Lake in the winter. ;)


Watching for a date, I am up for a ride from the Great State of New Jersey:)

We're getting the band back together! :woohoo:

[88LTDCV351]

If the Titanic Exhibit is still in town, maybe we could add that to the itenerary. My brother went last year and he said he liked it.

[Mebot]

Bump

The 2015 MV Submission thread has been created. We need to get the ball rolling on this Vegas meet.

[03blackvegas]

Bump

The 2015 MV Submission thread has been created. We need to get the ball rolling on this Vegas meet.

I received your PM, thanks for the information, I will try to contact some locals in an effort to get the ball rolling. Let's get our head's thinking about late September for the get together no matter what the event will become.

[FastMerc]

Keep it going guys! :bump::bump:

[Logizyme]

I've been a little distracted lately but I'll put forth some more research in the following weeks. If I have to I'll fly down to do the on-site visit myself before the proposal is submitted.

If you want to be part of the planning commitee please PM Mebot - We really need anyone who lives in or near Vegas on the commitee, but anyone dedicated can help.

[Mebot]

I received your PM, thanks for the information, I will try to contact some locals in an effort to get the ball rolling. Let's get our head's thinking about late September for the get together no matter what the event will become.


Any updates on this? So far you are the only Vegas person to comment in this thread so let me know if you received any traction

[Mebot]

If you want to be part of the planning commitee please PM Mebot - We really need anyone who lives in or near Vegas on the commitee, but anyone dedicated can help.

Thanks Logizyme. I actually created a new thread with a call to action:

http://mercurymarauder.net/forums/showthread.php?t=96648

Please check in on this thread if there is interest in helping get this event off the ground. I specifically would like insight and/or comments from the Vegas collective.

[FastMerc]

As of now (January 6, 2014), there has been no post or mention of Marauderville 13. So at this point, a Las Vegas meet would be a stand-alone regional meet. Like I've said before, regardless if it's an MV location or not, I still would like to make this meet happen.

We have tentative dates of Sept 23-27th. Re-reading this thread it looks like I only have one person post who actually lives in Vegas (03blackvegas). I know there are other folks on this site who live there. Making this event happen is going to put a huge onus on these folks.


I put in vacation for these dates so I hope it works out!

[Mebot]

I put in vacation for these dates so I hope it works out!

Good keep those dates. We'll have some information posted very shortly. Stay tune!

[Ms. Denmark]

It's great if somebody lives in LV and can do the planning, but in reality anyone can plan a convention almost anywhere simply by getting in touch with the local tourist boards or even contacting hotels. Larger hotels have event planners on staff. I'd start with the hotel and go from there. It can all be done long distance if needed. Gotta start somewhere...

[MaLo03]

Wow! Las Vegas! I think this would be awesome. I'm sure once things get rolling, much more members would commit. This will make a great vacation

[Mebot]

Wow! Las Vegas! I think this would be awesome. I'm sure once things get rolling, much more members would commit. This will make a great vacation

That's our plan! We had a good initial discussion and it seemed like a lot of folks were really interested in the first thread I created. We are still working on just a couple of action items right now, but Tyler and I hope to have an informative thread to post in the next couple of days. Stay tuned!

[Mebot]

It's great if somebody lives in LV and can do the planning, but in reality anyone can plan a convention almost anywhere simply by getting in touch with the local tourist boards or even contacting hotels. Larger hotels have event planners on staff. I'd start with the hotel and go from there. It can all be done long distance if needed. Gotta start somewhere...

Thanks for the info and the support Paula, it's greatly appreciated! I'll probably reach out to you again for more info/advice or Ladyhawke/Haggis too for their input.

Thanks

[Mebot]

Bump with amended dates.

The Vegas Meet will be held Sept 16-20, 2015

Sorry for the inconvenience, but we had to push the dates up one week to accommodate the exciting schedule we're putting together.

[TooManyFords]

This is unfortunate as now you overlap HOTROD DragWeek.

[Mebot]

I know the dates aren't going to work for everyone but this is the only week we have a chance to have an event at Las Vegas Motor Speedway (details coming)

[lifespeed]

I know the dates aren't going to work for everyone but this is the only week we have a chance to have an event at Las Vegas Motor Speedway (details coming)

I think this was a wise choice on your part. I would bring a set of racing brake pads if we could get some track time on the outer road course. :drive:

Your efforts are appreciated.

[Ms. Denmark]

I know the dates aren't going to work for everyone but this is the only week we have a chance to have an event at Las Vegas Motor Speedway (details coming)

Now you really got my attention. Would love to add the LVMS to the list of speedways my SB has run on. Good going!

[lifespeed]

Now you really got my attention. Would love to add the LVMS to the list of speedways my SB has run on. Good going!

I did not know girls drive Marauders at the track . . . ;)

[Ms. Denmark]

I did not know girls drive Marauders at the track . . . ;) LOL! Oh yes we do! Ladyhawke, Hammerdown, MM03MOK & me to name a few. Been to Charlotte, Loudon and Indy so far. Would really like to add Las Vegas so would seriously consider driving out in my SB.

BTW Connie (Hammerdown) got her screen name from tearing up the track at Charlotte. :cool:

[03blackvegas]

I/ we, will check with the SCCA to see if anything local is happening that weekend.