[Bob]

Thanks Michael, let us know the confirmed date.

[Archived]

Early responses on POG are indicating a preference for March 15-18 so far.

[Michael]

I’ve decided to lock down the dates for Oysterfest 2012 for March 15-18, 2012 based on responses so far!

[Davy]

Courtney Fox has just informed me that Bella Terra is booked solid already with another rally on the original dates I requested (March 15-18, 2012). So it looks like we’ll have to move to the weekend before (March 8-11, 2012). I sincerely hope that this change doesn’t negatively impact anyone who has already expressed interest, but the adjustment is unavoidable. Courtney has confirmed that the weekend of March 8-11 is available, so there won’t be another date screw-up (he says with confidence).

So….

If you are interested in meeting/fellowshipping with like minded POG bus nuts while enjoyng large quantities of fresh gulf oysters (currently going for only $4.50 a dozen according to Courtney) and the adult beverages of your choice, along with a few special events/surprises – then get your name on the list and let’s make this the best Oysterfest so far!

I apologize sincerely for the date change (This rally coordinating stuff ain’t for sissies!)

[Archived]

Okay, here’s the final deal: I’ve checked Heritage (and also several other similar RV resorts in the coastal Alabama/Florida Panhandle area) and it’s going to be Bella Terra for Oysterfest 2012 on March 8-11, 2012.

Heritage did not have adequate space available on the original desired dates, nor on the alternate dates. Further, they expressed no real desire to work with me toward a solution. The other resorts I checked all had deficiencies of one kind or another, from lack of adequate availability to lack of interest. At least Bella Terra wants us there in the worst way and bends over backward to insure we are accommodated to our satisfaction!

Courtney has put us on the calendar and Bella Terra is ready to begin accepting reservations now! Courtney recommends that you call this month, if possible, to assure preferred placement. As long as we have 10 coaches or more, Bella Terra is extending POG a special Oysterfest rate of $35 per night (published rate is $50 – $60 depending on lot type). Here’s the website link: http://www.bellaterrarvresort.com/

The phone number is (866) 417-2416. When you call, tell them you are with the POG Oysterfest Rally to get the special rate and preferred placement.

Okay folks – let’s get busy clearing any conflicts, get your reservations made, and get ready to eat copious amounts of tasty, slimy oysters! I’ll be announcing details of the loosely organized agenda in the next few weeks, as suggestions and specific expressions of interest accumulate.

I apologize again for the misfire on the original dates and sincerely HATE that I can’t accommodate everyone’s schedules (I want you ALL there!). But in the words of somebody famous somewhere, “It is what it is!”

For the record, you do not have to be member of POG to attend/participate in the Oysterfest 2012 rally. The only costs associated are your Bella Terra rental fees and actual cost fees for any Oysterfest planned activities you sign up to participate in.