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Stephanie
Gathering Sachemess
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 Posted - January 18 2008 : 3:07:37 PM
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Poll Question:
Ok folks here it is! Here is the proposed itinerary for the upcoming Mohican Gathering. Look it over, then please answer the poll question at the bottom. This is all a rough draft at this point and minor changes could occur, including price adjustments based on meal decisions:
Thursday, June 19
Chimney Rock Park- A Gathering favorite! Here we will hike to the cliffs and see where the dramatic final scenes of the movie were filmed, including the fight scene between Magua and Uncas and also Hickory Nut Falls. A hikers lunch will be provided. Breakfast has not been decided yet... your feedback is welcome on this option.
Cost: $ 20-$26 per person, depending on meals
Manor Inn- *****NEW***** We will visit the Manor Inn in Asheville and see where Webb's Headquarters scene was filmed. Eric Hurley (aka Soldier #2), who was there during the filming, will be on hand to provide information. No charge.
Friday, June 20
Linville Gorge/Table Rock/Lake James
Those of you who have attended Gatherings before will be familiar with this format, there is no change this year. We will visit Table Rock, where the last scene in the movie was filmed, and Linville Falls and Lake James. Soldier #2 will be with us again to provide insights into the film locations.
No charge except for meals, once again we plan to have breakfast and lunch at Louise's Famous Rock House Restaurant.
Saturday, June 21
Dupont State Forest
We will hike to some of the area's most beautiful waterfalls, which you will recognize from the movie. Limited transportation to certain waterfalls may be available for those who need assistance.
No charge except for you are responsible for packing your own lunch.
Afternoon/Evening... we will rush over to Asheville for a tour of Blue Ridge Motion Picture Studio. The folks at this studio were heavily involved in the filming of LOTM, and will tell you which scene was actually shot inside the studio! We will have a quick sub sandwich dinner then they will open their viewing room for us to watch LOTM on the big screen.
Cost: approx. $25 which includes tour, dinner, and movie (and possibly popcorn, I need to verify that)
Sunday June 22
AM: Elk Hunt/Pisgah National Forest
We will carpool to the Pisgah National Forest to see where the Elk Hunt segment was filmed, and also part of Tracking the War Party.
No charge.
Afternoon: French Broad Rifle Park--Once again the French Broad Rifles are our hosts for an afternoon of food and fun. Eric Hurley will be in charge of Mohican Games. There will be a BBQ lunch. Mike Conley, a reporter for the McDowell News, will be on hand to share his collection of articles that appeared in local newspapers during the filming. The French Broad folks will be with us to share their knowledge of period weaponry and might even let you try out a musket. Oh, and Raffles and the Auction, too!
Cost: $20 includes BBQ lunch
Ok, so add up the costs and this looks like one of the least expensive Gatherings in a long time, at less than $75 per person if you attend everything. So, my question for the poll is this: Would any of you be interested in adding Biltmore Estate on Wednesday, June 18? There we would have a guide show us where several scenes from the movie were filmed, then have lunch at Deerpark Restaurant on the Estate, then have the afternoon for self-guided tours of the Biltmore House and Winery. I don't have an exact cost, but I know it will be at least $60 per person, possibly more. We would need at least 20 participants in order to get this group rate.
So, how about it? Anyone up for the Biltmore, or do you want to stick with the Thursday thru Sunday scenario? Please let me know as soon as possible.
Please keep in mind that the prices I have shown you only include meals where noted. Otherwise, meals are on your own. You are also responsible for transportation to and from the venues and your lodging. We are currently looking for a group rate and will announce lodging suggestions soon.
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| Yes! Let's include Biltmore on Weds. June 18, even with the extra cost! |
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16 votes |
| No! I don't want to go to Biltmore. |
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4 votes |
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Total Votes: 20 counted »» |
Last Vote:
February 13 2008 5:34:31 PM |
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Stephanie
Gathering Sachemess
USA
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Posted - January 18 2008 : 3:11:36 PM
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| By the way, once the decision about Biltmore is made, we will announce the final itinerary and the registration process can begin! |
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Donna
Colonial Settler
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Posted - January 18 2008 : 4:26:40 PM
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Yes, I love going to the Biltmore Estate.
Even more with our own guided tours!
Nice!
Donna |
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Gadget Girl
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Posted - January 18 2008 : 10:12:44 PM
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Steph you are truly DA BOMB!
I love the idea of seeing the movie in the viewing room at BRS!!!!
Strong Work, Sister!!! |
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Kaylynn44
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Posted - January 18 2008 : 10:27:38 PM
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I am looking forward to going to the Motion Picture Studio. I missed it last time, but I will be there this year!!!
Everything looks great Steph!!!!!
Love,
Kay |
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Stephanie
Gathering Sachemess
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Posted - January 19 2008 : 10:24:57 AM
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| Thanks for the input, guys! Ok, anyone else who is planning on coming to the Gathering, please vote about Biltmore! We will need 20 to attend Biltmore in order to get the group rate. |
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Batawana
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Posted - January 19 2008 : 11:30:48 AM
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  Yes We would love to do the Biltmore again. Brian an I and the boys went there a few years back and we all were awe struck.
So Yes Yes Yes to the whole schedule.
Can't wait to see all of you. Thanks again Steph for all the hard work.
Carolyn and Brian and Bailey |
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caitlin
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Posted - January 19 2008 : 7:31:04 PM
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A far stretch, but are there any discounts/free for any proposed or scheduled events for wee ones under the age of 8? I have a 7,5 and 4 pint. 
I ask because IF we were able to make it, we're traveling from AZ and of course cost is a factor. Would love to make it this year though. Jeff and I think of all of you guys often!  |
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Stephanie
Gathering Sachemess
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Posted - January 19 2008 : 8:00:50 PM
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Caitlin,
Wow it would be great if you could join us! I know Chimney Rock and Biltmore Estate both have youth rates, I would just need to get those from them and let you know. I could certainly work something out for the movie and studio tour. I will contact CRP & BE early next week to find out the youth rates.
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Stephanie
Gathering Sachemess
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Posted - January 21 2008 : 10:58:42 PM
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As it turns out, both Biltmore and Chimney Rock Park have great deals for youth admissions withour group. Caitlin, check your private message for details. If anyone else needs youth rate info, please contact me privately for the prices.
Anyone else care to comment or vote about Biltmore? We'll need 20 to secure the group rate! |
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Light of the Moon
Mohicanland Statesman
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Posted - January 27 2008 : 9:30:32 PM
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| I have a question, Stephanie. I don't really want to see Biltmore so would I be free to do whatever that day? |
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Kaylynn44
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Posted - January 28 2008 : 8:52:25 PM
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Light,
I can answer that question for you. The answer is YES!!! If there are any activities that you don't want to do, then feel free to go do something on your own. I will be doing this on the Table Rock day. I just can't seem to get up early enough to make it to this event. My son wouldn't miss it for the world. He says that going to Table Rock is the best part of the whole trip, but while some of the more active Gatherers are hiking up that mountain, I will be snoozing away in my hotel bed. 
Love,
Kay |
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Stephanie
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Posted - January 29 2008 : 07:46:07 AM
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Thanks, Kay, for answering!
You can do whatever you want on any day you want, you are not obligated to do anything. In fact, since Biltmore will be done on Weds. and is our first event, you could wait an extra day to come here and save a bit on the hotel. Or, if there was something else in the area you wanted to do, by all means, go for it!
Ok, many of you longtime Gatherers will remember John Harkins from Ga. who has been at most Gatherings but was unable to join us in 2006 due to an injury. I spoke with him on the phone last night and he is looking forward to joining us again in June. John does not have the internet, but he wants to attend Biltmore so I will use my vote for him since I am neutral.
It looks, based on what I've seen here and the personal conversations I've had, that we will have enough to do Biltmore, so I will add it for certain to the itinerary.
Complete, final schedule and registration info coming soon!!!! |
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Jayne
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Posted - January 30 2008 : 10:35:00 AM
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Stephanie,
Count me in for the Biltmore! And EVERYTHING else! Can't wait!
Jayne |
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Light of the Moon
Mohicanland Statesman
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Posted - February 02 2008 : 10:24:32 PM
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quote:
Originally posted by Stephanie
Thanks, Kay, for answering!
You can do whatever you want on any day you want, you are not obligated to do anything. In fact, since Biltmore will be done on Weds. and is our first event, you could wait an extra day to come here and save a bit on the hotel. Or, if there was something else in the area you wanted to do, by all means, go for it!
Ok, many of you longtime Gatherers will remember John Harkins from Ga. who has been at most Gatherings but was unable to join us in 2006 due to an injury. I spoke with him on the phone last night and he is looking forward to joining us again in June. John does not have the internet, but he wants to attend Biltmore so I will use my vote for him since I am neutral.
It looks, based on what I've seen here and the personal conversations I've had, that we will have enough to do Biltmore, so I will add it for certain to the itinerary.
Complete, final schedule and registration info coming soon!!!!
I think I like the idea of coming one day early and doing whatever!!!! I rarely get away without the family anyway! |
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Michelle
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Posted - February 03 2008 : 12:05:59 AM
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| HI Im new on hear,and would love to come along,im from the uk and actor and a great love for the film and locations/actors.As i am from the uk,i would need advise on hw to get to where im i need to go.Im also Arowack indian/ my ancesters were,so this would be a great venture and making new freinds in this community special to me aswell.Look forward to hearing from you stephanie/and new freinds. |
Hi,im very much Interested in joining you all.I would love to know more about this venture.This would be my first time/so making new freinds in this community would be amazing. |
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Light of the Moon
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Posted - February 06 2008 : 10:42:59 PM
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Hi, Michelle! And welcome to the board, we'd love for you to join us in the mountains!
I believe the nearest airport is Asheville, NC (AVL), you may have to connect through Atlanta, GA (ATL) though to get there. |
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