2017 AOTH ... New Location

[gcarter]

I went through Hagerty/Markel and got what I wanted, an agreed
value policy based on my survey.
The survey made all the difference and is frequently the key
to good insurance at a good price.

[gcarter]

I have waited too long and Hickory Star is sold out!
Any locals know of other local accommodations?

[gcarter]

OK, so here's the deal.....
I was able to snag a cabin for the 17th and 18th, and then I'll look elsewhere...
If anyone w/a reservation cancels, please send me a PM!
I'd really appreciate it.

[roadtrip se]

Cool to see some traffic and interest in AOTH again.

As for the insurance sub-thread, we had several Canadians show up at AOTH when I was involved with the MWDC, and their insurance checked out. And Markel rocks. We had a major problem with our cruiser last year, and Markel never blinked on the claims. Both the Donzi and the Formula are with them.

[yeller]

Perhaps I should look at the insurance companies again. It has been a couple years since I've checked. Not as many Canadian companies insuring hipo boats as in the US though.
When I checked a few years ago, I tried every Canadian company I could find and only my current company would insure me.....and they have an area usage limitation. I also checked several US companies that I had seen mention of on OSO and they wouldn't insure Canadian boats.

Not going to the AOTH this year, but I sure hope to at some point. Might have to consider flying out there. George owes me a ride anyways.

[gcarter]

Not going to the AOTH this year, but I sure hope to at some point. Might have to consider flying out there. George owes me a ride anyways.

That's a good idea Glen! You and Bobbi fly to Orlando and help out this old fart w/the driving duties and handling the boat. I'd appreciate it!
I found another place down the lake that has large, multi bedroom accommodations and splitting the cost would be affordable.

[yeller]

Appreciate the offer George! As much as I would like to go, in reality, I know I won't be able to make it this year. Our daughter is getting married around that time, so we'll have too much to do here.

[DickB]

George, give me a call if you are looking for someone to travel with you.

[Inferno]

If your thinking of coming to "wake up your Donzi or Cigarette" we will have more hotels . Jerry is headed there this week to find another . The word is there going to be a lot of boats ....... We will post soon ,but once we do you need to make reservations fast.

[RickSE]

Well I guess I should come here more often. I just saw this thread and this is certainly an interesting development. My Dad lives on Milton Lake just down water from Norris with his 33. I'm checking to see if he's home that weekend. If he is I may come out. Norris is a beautiful lake.

[Trueser]

Bringing the Critter.....

[Ghost]

Bringing the Critter.....

Sweet!! See you there.

[Inferno]

Just heard the other hotel that has rooms is the "Beach Island Marina" .Theres also a Holiday Inn close by : 865-457-2233. Jerry is doing T-shirts for this run, so if you would like one let me or Jerry know . There going to be cotton $20.00.. May 18 is coming fast .

[gcarter]

https://beachislandmarina.com
They have 2 & 3BR cabins available. Also a restaurant and ramp, but no slips are available.

[Donziboy1]

I think the house with two bedrooms could be available, You could call Hickory Star to check.
Some boats will have to come out each night, they have some rental slips, but not enough.
The resort George Carter is staying has some cabins and it's only 15-20 minutes away. please check Georges post.

I will post a TShirt pic when I receive it. They will be very nice!!

Thanks Jerry