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Ok everyone. Thought i'd pop in after seeing some new posts. I along with the other organizers are really happy most of you had a great time. That being said. It isn't all fun and games for the organizers and volunteers. It is a massive amount of work and a ton of stress. It eats into family time just trying to plan and make sure everything is in order as well as possible.

Over the last two years a few of us have had some changes that have been a real factor in how much or little we could spend on it. Adrian had an addition to his family. Regina is busy pumping out those houses. Sean may not even be able to attend. Let alone plan. As for myself. I have no intention of being such a big part of it for any possible SSCR III. My time is far more limited. As for all the volunteers who helped out with various projects. I couldn't even tell you where their head is at on another. I would be willing to continue handling the social media aspect of the event.

Before anyone get's all hyped up about the prospect. Be sure to understand that at least one of you will have to put your finances on the line to the tune of a minimum of $10,000 to even think of doing this. Yes, you read that right. 10 large. That is to reserve the resort just for starters. Hotels don't block rooms and give you space for free. If nobody reserves or shows. You will be paying them their minimum price in the contract.

It sounds easy. Reserve the resort and set it up and they will come. Well i know Sean can tell you that doesn't always happen. Over Memorial weekend the annual F-body gathering LOST money to the tune of thousands. This came out of the organizers pockets. There is no guarantees with this type of thing.

As this has always been. ZERO profit event you would be starting with a monetary balance of $0. You cannot wait until the end to buy everything to put on the event so many things must be paid for up front with your personal funds in the hopes you will ever see the money back. This is why pre registration is critical and you must always be ready to refund people who back out.

There are many aspects to this event and whomever decides to try and give it a go will need to consider all of that plus about 100 other details.

All that said. First things are first. Who is willing to SIGN on the dotted line and put up a minimum of $10,000 held on your CC to get the ball rolling?

If you are. Then give me a shout and i will get you all the info you need to move forward from previous vendors, event insurance, the permitting dept if held in same county and a host of other resources to help you.

Just as an FYI. The first two events were already underway planning wise in August of both years. Trust me when i say 7 months go by way too fast.

Disclaimer... I am not saying any of this to dissuade anyone from doing it. I am saying it so you know what you're in for. That way you can really decide beforehand if you wish to dive in. I know all of the organizers are VERY proud of what we were able to accomplish with this event. People are still talking about it in a very good way. I personally would rather see it not continue than to end up a half assed thrown together event. S be prepared to put in major time and work.