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Post by Dave Homewood on Nov 12, 2007 13:10:07 GMT 12
I was thinking, now that the forum has lots and lots of members, maybe we could arrange some sort of informal non-airshow get-together where members can meet up and mingle, and chat avaition, etc.
I propose the idea of a Waikato gathering to start with, other regions could follow. But we're nice and central here in Cambridge, just an hour and a half from Auckland by car, an hour from Tauranga...
And we have Rukuhia (Hamilton International Airport) just a few minutes from us. There are memebrs based here in Cambridge and nearby Hamilton and Tauranga too. Maybe those who'll travel further can car pool. Or maybe if enough Aucklanders are keen Andrew could bring you all down in the DC-3?
Perhaps we could make it a pre-Christmas event, such as a meal and a few beers at a local pub. And then maybe we could watch some rare aviation videos or something like that. Also a visit to Rukuhia is a possibility.
Anyway, it's just an idea. Please post here if you'd be keen - it's open to all members including those who don't post often. And any further ideas and suggestions are welcome.
Over to you
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Post by Bruce on Nov 12, 2007 20:55:17 GMT 12
Not a bad idea Dave, just have to find a date that doesnt clash with everyones Christmas dos. I'd host a visit to my workshop to see the Adventurer project. Would be a good thing as we've just passed the 30,000 post mark as well - time for a little celebration I reckon.
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Post by Kereru on Nov 13, 2007 14:12:50 GMT 12
Sounds a good idea Dave although I think I am running out of week ends. Still I will be a starter if the date is free.
A tour of Bruce's workshop would be interesting as many of us have followed progress on here. Maybe a second visit / get together when he makes first flight? Something we can all celebrate as a group?
Colin
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Post by Bruce on Nov 13, 2007 14:41:09 GMT 12
1st December is pretty good for me - what do you reckon?
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Post by Kereru on Nov 13, 2007 18:12:29 GMT 12
Yep Dec 1 is okay with me.
Colin
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Post by Bruce on Nov 13, 2007 21:03:00 GMT 12
OOPs - ammend that, 1st is a Family Gathering up north, try the 8th (dont you hate this time of year!) does that still work?
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Post by Dave Homewood on Nov 14, 2007 12:29:51 GMT 12
Actually as there will likely be many clashes, does mid-January sound better? That way we might get guaranteed good weather too. Over to you guys and girls
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Post by Bruce on Nov 14, 2007 12:48:42 GMT 12
early - mid jan isnt too bad , people from further afield may even be able to factor it in to thier Holiday break. we just need to choose a date and start planning!
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Post by novicepilot on Nov 14, 2007 20:23:04 GMT 12
I'm currently living in Cambridge so count me in! We (the family) have only been in the country for just over a year so our social network is still small so I'm free most weekends.
Neil
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Post by Dave Homewood on Nov 15, 2007 10:06:40 GMT 12
It will be nice to meet you then Neil.
How does Saturday the 12th of January 2008 suit everyone?
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Post by Bruce on Nov 15, 2007 12:21:09 GMT 12
I'm good with that.
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Post by Kereru on Nov 15, 2007 12:51:24 GMT 12
How does Saturday the 12th of January 2008 suit everyone? Penciled in on my calendar. Colin |
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Post by Dave Homewood on Nov 15, 2007 13:39:02 GMT 12
Cool. I have added it to the forum calendar too.
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Post by novicepilot on Nov 15, 2007 20:16:15 GMT 12
That date is OK with me, look forward to meeting you all.
Neil
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Post by Bruce on Nov 21, 2007 7:29:27 GMT 12
well thats 4 people, we should try and get a few more. what time of day suits? what do we want to do?
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Post by turboNZ on Nov 21, 2007 8:14:57 GMT 12
I'm keen, shouldn't be a prob !!  |
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Post by Dave Homewood on Nov 22, 2007 14:17:24 GMT 12
It'll be great to see you come up here Chris!
So suggestions are really welcome. What do people want to do?
We can have a barbecue no worries. Or if you want something more formal we could have a meal at a local pub.
A visit to Bruce's plane is likely. We may be able to arrange access to a few aviation places at Rukuhia.
And possible a viewing of some aviation videos.
Anyone got more ideas? Is anyone thinking of flying in? Maybe we could have an impromtu air display. ;D
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Post by stingray on Nov 23, 2007 6:35:58 GMT 12
should be able to attend. hope to meet some of you there
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Post by Dave Homewood on Nov 24, 2007 10:46:40 GMT 12
Cool, I look forward to meeting you too Ryan
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Post by Citabria on Nov 28, 2007 9:33:44 GMT 12
Hi Dave,
Just seen this and I'll be there!. I could take the DC3 if you got enough people... could do it for say $150 return, however we would need 30 people... maybe put a message on the front of the site to fill her up and turn it into a decent event....
What location are you thinking of... we could have a chat to Andrew at the Museum, he's always keen.
Cheers
Andrew
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