Attention: Central Illinois C5ers

[Yeti]

Freddie when was the one that we attended at the champaign hooters or is that the one you are talking about. Need to attend again so you can get another 6ft tall trophy. Hahaha

[fastfreddie]

Originally Posted by Turtle8001

Are you planning on going? How did you get in the lot without bottoming out?

Yes, I'll be there as long the as the weather is good. We parked in the lot behind Hardee's / next to Hooter's and had no problem.

Originally Posted by Yeti

Freddie when was the one that we attended at the champaign hooters or is that the one you are talking about. Need to attend again so you can get another 6ft tall trophy. Hahaha

That's the one! I'm going to try to get a few from the Chicago group to come down for it.

[Big Kid]

O.K., we will not be able to go to C5Fest in Texas this year, so we decided to go to BBOMG July 18-20, 2014 in Oshawa, Ontario. This will be the last year for Camaro manufacturing at the Oshawa plant with the 6th Gen being built in Michigan. Is anyone else from Central Illinois going???

[fastfreddie]

Originally Posted by operator965

O.K., we will not be able to go to C5Fest in Texas this year, so we decided to go to BBOMG July 18-20, 2014 in Oshawa, Ontario. This will be the last year for Camaro manufacturing at the Oshawa plant with the 6th Gen being built in Michigan. Is anyone else from Central Illinois going???

Same here Jim, I'm on the fence about CamaroFest this year. Might be a week of call whether I go or not.

BBOMG is something to consider especially since it will be the last opportunity for Canada. Here's a link for more information: http://www.bbomg.com/

I was also considering attending the Michigan Camaro event July 4th-6th. More information here: http://www.camarosuperfest.com/Home.html

[atma]

Originally Posted by operator965

O.K., we will not be able to go to C5Fest in Texas this year, so we decided to go to BBOMG July 18-20, 2014 in Oshawa, Ontario. This will be the last year for Camaro manufacturing at the Oshawa plant with the 6th Gen being built in Michigan. Is anyone else from Central Illinois going???

Originally Posted by fastfreddie

Same here Jim, I'm on the fence about CamaroFest this year. Might be a week of call whether I go or not.

BBOMG is something to consider especially since it will be the last opportunity for Canada. Here's a link for more information: http://www.bbomg.com/

I was also considering attending the Michigan Camaro event July 4th-6th. More information here: http://www.camarosuperfest.com/Home.html

I am working on changing jobs at the moment, and if that goes through, I doubt I'll be asking to take vacation just two months in. Was also thinking about BBOMG, the Michigan event as well as Woodward as alternatives, but I think any of those would have to be last minute decisions if they happen to fall within a break in the schedule and if I happened to be stationed at the time somewhere close by.

[fastfreddie]

Originally Posted by atma

I am working on changing jobs at the moment, and if that goes through, I doubt I'll be asking to take vacation just two months in. Was also thinking about BBOMG, the Michigan event as well as Woodward as alternatives, but I think any of those would have to be last minute decisions if they happen to fall within a break in the schedule and if I happened to be stationed at the time somewhere close by.

New job doing the same type of job? You travel a lot now don't you, for long periods of time? Some kind of secret agent if I remember correctly.

[atma]

Originally Posted by fastfreddie

New job doing the same type of job? You travel a lot now don't you, for long periods of time? Some kind of secret agent if I remember correctly.

haha, indeed. this new position is a totally new field, but I don't wanna jinx anything so i'll tell you more about it when it's official. it will still involve travel, but not as much as my current job, which seems to be neverending.

[fastfreddie]

Originally Posted by atma

haha, indeed. this new position is a totally new field, but I don't wanna jinx anything so i'll tell you more about it when it's official. it will still involve travel, but not as much as my current job, which seems to be neverending.

That's cool. Hope it works out for you.

[fastfreddie]

I have been thinking more about starting a Central Illinois Camaro Club. I think someone mentioned this to me last year, but I never did anything with it. At the time, I was taking care of my Dad and couldn't commit to putting something together. The only Camaro Clubs I'm aware of in Illinois is the "Illinois Camaro Club" and the "Chicago 5th Gen Club", both are based out of Chicago. I'm not aware of any Camaro related club in the central part of the state. Correct me if I'm wrong, please.

My initial thought is not to limit it to 5th Gens, but that it would be open to all Generation Camaro's. My first task would be to get a Social Network Group setup (thinking Facebook) and see where it goes from there. The Facebook Group would be a good place to let everyone know of events we are aware of and can attend as a group, and talk about all things Camaro. If we get enough interest from Facebook, we can see about an actual website for the club. I would like to get this going soon since spring is upon us. I should have started this earlier in the year....my bad. This is not something I would like to do alone, and need others support. I also would like to get some input from you.

Questions for you:

1. Would this club be something you would value and participate in or do you think we have enough places to get information from or groups to join?

2. Do you use Facebook or any other social media regularly, and would you participate in that means of communication?

3. Is Facebook your social media of choice and how often do you monitor/check Facebook? (Everyday, Weekly, Monthly)

4. Are you okay with this being a club for all generation Camaros or would you prefer it staying 5th and 6th Gen?

5. Any suggestions/ideas/comments or experiences you have and want to share?

Feel free to PM me if you prefer to keep your answers anonymous.

Thanks for your input!

[SSMKNU2]

1. Always been in a car club or "team." I have always been one to attend shows or meets.
2. I use facebook....too much Other places like twitter and instagram I don't understand the point.
3. See above
4. I'm indifferent on this one. Its kinda cool to be in a group with all Gen 5s, but don't have a problem being around other gens (hell for other cars for that matter)
5. Just keep it free. Never been to keen on these clubs that have "memberships." If you want a shirt or a decal, cool buy one on your own. I don't feel it is necessary to charge a annual renewal fee to be in a club.

[atma]

Originally Posted by fastfreddie

OK, I am really excited that this has been brought up so my answers may be a bit wordy, but here we go...

1. Would this club be something you would value and participate in or do you think we have enough places to get information from or groups to join?

When I lived in Baltimore, we had a club and I really miss it. We'd go to cruise-ins and car shows together and help one another with installs as well as regular non-Camaro related events such as meals, bowling nights, go-karting excursions, backyard barbecues and movie nights. It was a great group of people who I remain in contact with and when I moved, I was really hoping to be able to find something similar. The two groups you mentioned (C5G & IL Camaro club) are great by all accounts, but unfortunately a bit out there for regular meet-ups or hangouts. I was very active in my former club, organizing events, designing logos and administering the facebook page. I would love to be involved as much as possible here.

2. Do you use Facebook or any other social media regularly, and would you participate in that means of communication?

I use facebook daily and it really is, in my opinion, the best way for a group to keep in touch. I am still actively involved on the page of my former club and would be willing to help administer the page.

3. Is Facebook your social media of choice and how often do you monitor/check Facebook? (Everyday, Weekly, Monthly)

see above

4. Are you okay with this being a club for all generation Camaros or would you prefer it staying 5th and 6th Gen?

I hate to steal answers, but I'm open to all gens and really don't even mind if it were just, say, a "modern muscle car" club or whatever. the cars are really just a conduit through which we meet good people, so it's more about having fun.

5. Any suggestions/ideas/comments or experiences you have and want to share?

again, I have to agree with the previous answer. Free is the way to go. if we get t-shirts or window clings, everyone can pony up the cost for their own units. to me, as long as folks are friendly, fun, and enthusiastic then it's hard to go wrong.



Once again, I am really psyched about this and although i do work a lot and travel a bunch, i'm willing to devote whatever time and energy I can spare to this! Thanks for bringing this up!

[Big Kid]

The answer of 1-5 is yes.

[fastfreddie]

Thanks guys, keep em coming. I didn't think about opening it to other makes, that's a good point and a possibility. I have a buddy at work that owns a Challenger.

[Turtle8001]

I'm game. Yes to 1-3. 4-with there not being that much out there it might not be bad to leave it open. Just my 2 cents. There are only 3 5th gens in my area, 13 2ssrs, and 2 zl1's