Bus BRRR is this weekend - email with details
Feb 22, 2010 20:56:34 GMT -5
Post by thatbusguy on Feb 22, 2010 20:56:34 GMT -5
Hey, all you crazy VW pilots!
Pete O. just talked to Ranger Ted at Pokagon State Park and we are ready to roll for this weekend's Buses by the Beach Bus BRR event! All VW's are welcome!
Even though it says on the website the bathroom is closed at campground #3, Ranger Ted confirms it is OPEN and HEATED - they just have not changed the website yet.
Weather.com forecast is 34F for a high and 21F for a low. Very little wind. Not bad at all when you're around the fire or in your electrically heated bus!
Some details again:
Each site includes an electric hook-up so you can keep warm with an electric heater. It also comes in handy for warming up a Crockpot full of Chili for the "Chilly Chili Dinner". It is always nice to come back and warm up next to the giant Bonfire after spending some time on the 35-40mph (faster than your average bus) dual refrigerated toboggan runs. Lots of great volks, music, conversation and fun! All while supporting The Phoenix Society for Burn Survivors. This year, we are instituting the "Kozy as a Baked Potato" Award for the warmest looking bus!
What you can expect at Bus Brrr!
Community Chili dinner Saturday evening (Bring a dish to pass)
Community Breakfast Sunday Morning or try out the famous Potawomie Inn Brunch!
See old friends and make new ones!
Dual Refrigerated Toboggan Runs
Cool temperatures and a warm fire
Clean, heated restrooms very near campsite
The always fashionable Buses by the Beach hoodies -$30.00
Costs:
Park Entrance Fee: $5.00 Resident and $7.00 Non-Resident
Camping Fee (Includes Electric Hookup and Warm Bathrooms!): $17.34 per night
Toboggan Rental Fee: $10.00 per hour (Toboggan will fit 4 Volks)
Cool Tobaggan Video here: www.tobogganrun.com
Sunday Brunch at the Potawatomie Inn. $11.95 for adults – Ages 4-12 is $.0.75 times their age
Some helpful tips:
Be sure to bring warm clothing for day and night. A 1200 watt heater (ceramic is best!)of some sort for the cold nights. Some of our attendees have fashioned or purchased Mylar or something similar for insulating the pop top canvas. This definitely helps to keep the heat in. We have camped at every Bus BRR and have been warm in the bus with an electric heater down to -5 below. Most attendees bring a Crockpot filled with delicious chili (optional) or a dish to pass for the dinner, but don't feel obligated. You may consider bringing some snow pants or suit if you plan on using the toboggan run. The park is really beautiful under a light snowfall. Alcohol is permitted at the park at this time of year, but obnoxious drunks are never welcome. Due to the Emerald Ash Borer please leave the firewood at home. We'll have plenty to keep the fire roaring. If you have any questions about Bus BRRR! please pmail Pete O. at pnoceanwesty@gmail.com . His cell is: (574) 286-0848 if you need any help or directions
Pete O. just talked to Ranger Ted at Pokagon State Park and we are ready to roll for this weekend's Buses by the Beach Bus BRR event! All VW's are welcome!
Even though it says on the website the bathroom is closed at campground #3, Ranger Ted confirms it is OPEN and HEATED - they just have not changed the website yet.
Weather.com forecast is 34F for a high and 21F for a low. Very little wind. Not bad at all when you're around the fire or in your electrically heated bus!
Some details again:
Each site includes an electric hook-up so you can keep warm with an electric heater. It also comes in handy for warming up a Crockpot full of Chili for the "Chilly Chili Dinner". It is always nice to come back and warm up next to the giant Bonfire after spending some time on the 35-40mph (faster than your average bus) dual refrigerated toboggan runs. Lots of great volks, music, conversation and fun! All while supporting The Phoenix Society for Burn Survivors. This year, we are instituting the "Kozy as a Baked Potato" Award for the warmest looking bus!
What you can expect at Bus Brrr!
Community Chili dinner Saturday evening (Bring a dish to pass)
Community Breakfast Sunday Morning or try out the famous Potawomie Inn Brunch!
See old friends and make new ones!
Dual Refrigerated Toboggan Runs
Cool temperatures and a warm fire
Clean, heated restrooms very near campsite
The always fashionable Buses by the Beach hoodies -$30.00
Costs:
Park Entrance Fee: $5.00 Resident and $7.00 Non-Resident
Camping Fee (Includes Electric Hookup and Warm Bathrooms!): $17.34 per night
Toboggan Rental Fee: $10.00 per hour (Toboggan will fit 4 Volks)
Cool Tobaggan Video here: www.tobogganrun.com
Sunday Brunch at the Potawatomie Inn. $11.95 for adults – Ages 4-12 is $.0.75 times their age
Some helpful tips:
Be sure to bring warm clothing for day and night. A 1200 watt heater (ceramic is best!)of some sort for the cold nights. Some of our attendees have fashioned or purchased Mylar or something similar for insulating the pop top canvas. This definitely helps to keep the heat in. We have camped at every Bus BRR and have been warm in the bus with an electric heater down to -5 below. Most attendees bring a Crockpot filled with delicious chili (optional) or a dish to pass for the dinner, but don't feel obligated. You may consider bringing some snow pants or suit if you plan on using the toboggan run. The park is really beautiful under a light snowfall. Alcohol is permitted at the park at this time of year, but obnoxious drunks are never welcome. Due to the Emerald Ash Borer please leave the firewood at home. We'll have plenty to keep the fire roaring. If you have any questions about Bus BRRR! please pmail Pete O. at pnoceanwesty@gmail.com . His cell is: (574) 286-0848 if you need any help or directions