Yes, we're a little bit late with this. I hope some good, strong idea have been hatched and now's the time to put the thoughts together for another great national event. Here is the information that needs to be considered.
Lodging
Hotel must be affordable. Someone HAS to make an on-site visit to determine available facilities and quality of accommodations.
Amenities: High speed (preferably at no extra charge); dining room, banquet facility, bar, pool on-site preferred. Security is a must-have.
The hotel must be able to offer us a block of rooms with no less than 50 rooms and have ample parking. Consider ease of access and location to highways and suggested events. For very large group meals, off-site restaurants would be fine too.
Itinerary
Track: Closest ¼ mile drag strip and the cost of use. Road course or oval track may be considered. Because interest has waned for half day track rental, a Test and Tune is a viable option.
Things to see and do: plant/factory tours, museums, breweries, items of general interest to those not dragging. Cruises, car shows, anything automotive and/or transportation related.
Is there any event we can piggyback on? (ie FFW)
Cost
Proposed budget to cover all expenses. Funds can be raised with raffles, in addition to registration fees, sponsorships and donations, along with support from MM.Net. Affordability is key.
Relate why you feel that Marauderville 6 should be at your location. What makes it “special?”
Maraudervilles have traditionally been a Thursday through Sunday event. Fall (Sept/Oct) would be ideal, although other times will be considered depending on circumstances such as events we can piggyback on. Some Regional events are already planned in Seymour, IN the first weekend in Oct., and the Southern Super Heavyweight Shootout in early Nov.
Please submit your proposal to MM.Net@MercuryMarauder.Net by February 29, 2008. Follow-up on the proposal may be needed, so please include names and phone numbers of Members involved in the proposal.
Look for an announcement in early March for MV6!
Thank you in advance for those stepping up with proposals. MM.Net will work with your team to make this another great event! Please feel free to ask questions offline.<!-- / message -->