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Gettysburg Tour/Ride

Postby Maria V » Wed May 24, 2017 9:08 am

In case you haven't visited the Rally page here on the site, there is a new offering for this year's rally:

Join us on a two hour ride over one of America's most celebrated and historic battlefields. Your ride is conducted by a Licensed Battlefield Guide explaining, in chronological order, the riveting details that swayed the battle, and the impact of this epic event.

Tickets are $12 per person, and there is a limit of 25 participants.

Tour start time is 10:30am, and the group will meet at the NPS Visitor Center. The meeting place is approximately 30 minutes from Camp Westmar, and we suggest you arrive at the Center, fully fueled, by 10:15am. Exact meeting location and additional details will be provided to registered participants.

Tour will continue in light rain, but may be cancelled due to heavier rain or dangerous weather.


The folks in charge of this tour came to us highly recommended. I encourage you to sign up in advance if interested - go to the rally registration page. THANK YOU!
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Re: Gettysburg Tour/Ride

Postby ERC Scott » Thu May 25, 2017 9:25 am

I really wish I was free for this history ride. Instead I will be on a parking lot teaching folks the "intricacies" of clutch release and sequential gear changes #-o . I will be at the SRR in early afternoon and partake of festivities (and sales). Scott
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Re: Gettysburg Tour/Ride

Postby bdimon » Fri May 26, 2017 12:53 am

A professional guide really makes the story come to life. We see a grassy field; they can make us see the struggle and sacrifice that happened there. If you think history is boring, take this tour and get a reality check.
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Re: Gettysburg Tour/Ride

Postby Maria V » Tue May 30, 2017 11:01 am

Bumping this as a reminder. If you make a late decision to join this ride, I'll be onsite Friday (afternoon/eve). Bring your $12 and we'll get you added. There is limited space for this tour, so if you have the slightest inkling you wish to go, sign up soon!

Note that refunds will be given only if the tour is cancelled by the tour organizer (NO-SHOWS do not get a refund, sorry).

See you in Thurmont!
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Re: Gettysburg Tour/Ride

Postby stevebmw » Tue May 30, 2017 11:35 am

Maria, et al,

I'm guessing the Gettysburg ride is on Saturday, but I don't think there's any indication of that in the website listing. Same with the tech day info. Might seem like common sense that they're both on Saturday, but indicating that would be a good idea.
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Re: Gettysburg Tour/Ride

Postby Maria V » Wed May 31, 2017 10:31 am

Thanks for the note, Steve. The ride is indeed on Saturday, but we will clarify that asap.
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Re: Gettysburg Tour/Ride

Postby Maria V » Thu Jun 01, 2017 8:56 am

Updated forecast for Saturday says NO RAIN! Perfect day for a ride through the battlefields!

Information will be available at registration for the last-minute deciders. DEADLINE TO SIGNUP is 9am SATURDAY MORNING! I'll be in the mess hall waiting for you. :P
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