Event Postings (RE: EMCC Barry's request) - Camaro5 Chevy Camaro Forum / Camaro ZL1, SS and V6 Forums

meissen · 08-07-2012, 06:28 PM

The thread was closed before anyone could include any discussion, but Barry brings up an excellent point. Some events bring people in from all over the country, just like Camaro5 Fest does. Like the FBody Gathering in Atlanta or the BBOMG.

Could a National Events forum be created such that events which bring in people from all over the country can be posted and advertised? Even if people post regional events in that forum it would still be a great way to help get exposure for car shows in the area and a way for Camaro5 members to build stronger bonds with people all over the country.

BeckyD@RodgersChevrolet · 08-07-2012, 06:44 PM

Not a bad idea. There are some very big and
note worthy events and gathering them in one
place could be very helpful

Overflow · 08-07-2012, 06:54 PM

This really isn't that bad of an idea. Just how much use it would actually get would be the tricky part.

meissen · 08-07-2012, 06:59 PM

Yeah but to be honest - even if it only sees a handful of threads per year it's still a great way to get national exposure for large events. Camaro Superfest, Barry's show, brings in a ton of cars from all over the nation which is why he was forced to post his event thread in each regional subforum to try and advertise it nationally (which is against the rules)

emcc-barry · 08-09-2012, 08:43 AM

Thanks for the support!
Yes, one stop shopping for Camaro events that are all over the country. Sounds like a win-win for show organizers and those that want to participate!

thanks for listening!

*The Stig* · 08-09-2012, 09:34 AM

Camaro5 Calendar

If you look at the tool bar that is at the top of every page you will see a Calendar link. This calendar has every event posted on Camaro5 on it. Members can add/edit/remove events whenever they want. Then at the bottom of the main forum page is a list of all events occurring in the upcoming 30 days.

Hope this helps.

meissen · 08-09-2012, 09:49 AM

The calendar is a good tool, but it doesn't replace the convenience of being able to post a thread - post updates about the event as time goes by, etc.

emcc-barry · 08-09-2012, 11:37 AM

and as mentioned before - someone said it, near no one goes to that calendar page. Plus, having an event listed only 30 days before it happens is not a good enough planning tool for major events. People need the info months in advance to schedule vacation, etc...
thanks for listening...

08-07-2012, 06:28 PM	#1
meissen Founder - Michigan FBody Drives: 1994 Camaro LT1, 2012 Camaro LFX Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Chesterfield Twp, MI Posts: 2,010	Event Postings (RE: EMCC Barry's request) The thread was closed before anyone could include any discussion, but Barry brings up an excellent point. Some events bring people in from all over the country, just like Camaro5 Fest does. Like the FBody Gathering in Atlanta or the BBOMG. Could a National Events forum be created such that events which bring in people from all over the country can be posted and advertised? Even if people post regional events in that forum it would still be a great way to help get exposure for car shows in the area and a way for Camaro5 members to build stronger bonds with people all over the country. __________________ 2012 Camaro LFX M6 - "Clifford" - 270hp/232tq on Dynojet (before TB was installed) - Cold Air Inductions CAI, VMAX Ported Throttle Body, MGW Short Throw Shifter 1994 Camaro LT1 A4 - "Red Alert" - v6-to-LT1 Swapped Cruiser; Cammed, Stalled, Enjoyed Michigan FBody Association http://www.mifbody.com/ Proud member of the unofficial Camaro5 "Rodgers Chevrolet Fan Club"

08-07-2012, 06:44 PM	#2
BeckyD@RodgersChevrolet Drives: '10 2SS/RS SW 6spd, Pace Car, & ZL1 Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Woodhaven, Mich Posts: 21,122	Not a bad idea. There are some very big and note worthy events and gathering them in one place could be very helpful __________________ Don't forget, I honor ALL DISCOUNTS THAT APPLY! *BeckyD@RodgersChevrolet* Woodhaven, Mi ..only 20 min from Detroit Metro Airport! 734-479-7117 ... BeckyD@RodgersChevrolet.com Available Camaro Inventory///Body Color XM Antenna My Summit White SS///My Pace Car

08-07-2012, 06:54 PM	#3
Overflow Space Shuttle Aficionado Drives: 7,000,000 lbs. of thrust Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Florida Posts: 25,366	This really isn't that bad of an idea. Just how much use it would actually get would be the tricky part. __________________ Overflow's NASA Thread!

08-07-2012, 06:59 PM	#4
meissen Founder - Michigan FBody Drives: 1994 Camaro LT1, 2012 Camaro LFX Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Chesterfield Twp, MI Posts: 2,010	Yeah but to be honest - even if it only sees a handful of threads per year it's still a great way to get national exposure for large events. Camaro Superfest, Barry's show, brings in a ton of cars from all over the nation which is why he was forced to post his event thread in each regional subforum to try and advertise it nationally (which is against the rules) __________________ 2012 Camaro LFX M6 - "Clifford" - 270hp/232tq on Dynojet (before TB was installed) - Cold Air Inductions CAI, VMAX Ported Throttle Body, MGW Short Throw Shifter 1994 Camaro LT1 A4 - "Red Alert" - v6-to-LT1 Swapped Cruiser; Cammed, Stalled, Enjoyed Michigan FBody Association http://www.mifbody.com/ Proud member of the unofficial Camaro5 "Rodgers Chevrolet Fan Club"

08-09-2012, 09:34 AM	#6
The Stig I used to be Stieger.... Drives: a PBM camaro Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Northern VA Posts: 25,619 View My Garage	Camaro5 Calendar If you look at the tool bar that is at the top of every page you will see a Calendar link. This calendar has every event posted on Camaro5 on it. Members can add/edit/remove events whenever they want. Then at the bottom of the main forum page is a list of all events occurring in the upcoming 30 days. Hope this helps. __________________ thanks for the sig Russ

08-09-2012, 08:43 AM	#5
emcc-barry Drives: 1976 Camaro Type LT Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Canton, MI Posts: 71	Thanks for the support! Yes, one stop shopping for Camaro events that are all over the country. Sounds like a win-win for show organizers and those that want to participate! thanks for listening!

08-09-2012, 09:49 AM	#7
meissen Founder - Michigan FBody Drives: 1994 Camaro LT1, 2012 Camaro LFX Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Chesterfield Twp, MI Posts: 2,010	The calendar is a good tool, but it doesn't replace the convenience of being able to post a thread - post updates about the event as time goes by, etc. __________________ 2012 Camaro LFX M6 - "Clifford" - 270hp/232tq on Dynojet (before TB was installed) - Cold Air Inductions CAI, VMAX Ported Throttle Body, MGW Short Throw Shifter 1994 Camaro LT1 A4 - "Red Alert" - v6-to-LT1 Swapped Cruiser; Cammed, Stalled, Enjoyed Michigan FBody Association http://www.mifbody.com/ Proud member of the unofficial Camaro5 "Rodgers Chevrolet Fan Club"

08-09-2012, 11:37 AM	#8
emcc-barry Drives: 1976 Camaro Type LT Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Canton, MI Posts: 71	and as mentioned before - someone said it, near no one goes to that calendar page. Plus, having an event listed only 30 days before it happens is not a good enough planning tool for major events. People need the info months in advance to schedule vacation, etc... thanks for listening...