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Re: Vanner Database Reply Thread
ScarletteWidowDodge #356975 January 24th 2010 7:28 pm
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Originally Posted by downie519
Maybe a way to weed people out would be to have a probationary period or at least three or more evants?. Maybe the requierement that you actually drive a van and drive it to evants? I know that I had more fun at keystone and Summerset then at Freezeout because there were more puppies at Freezeout and the other two had an older attendence (no offense) And not that I didnt have fun at Freezeout, it was just louder and rowdier. But maybe the older people were just the same way when they started? Not sure what the point I am trying to make, but I know its there somewhere!
Well, actually, Freezeout only had maybe 4 puppies this year. Last year , I think it was more like 10 puppies. I think it was louder because we were all in Free Bird's big hootch and had the heater going and TV and DVD player going and of course, lots of partying going on. Even at Keystone, Free Bird's campsite always seemed to have a "full house" all week long or at Big Bob's place. Party goers go where the noise is. We did have alot of the younger generation there but alot of them are part of the Free Bird Club. I know that Wizard and I always have a great time no matter where we are. That's part of socializing. Yes I have to admit though, it did get crowded in there and loud in there but I guess that is just part of it. As long as everyone goes vanning, socializes and has a great time, that's all that matters. Hope to see you back at Freeze Out 2011 and let's hope it won't be as cold.


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LostSheep #356980 January 24th 2010 8:06 pm
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heavy389 #357860 January 28th 2010 8:19 am
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sounds like agrea idea ken but alt of work hard part would be for people keep you updated


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ScarletteWidowDodge #357867 January 28th 2010 8:33 am
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Originally Posted by downie519

Last point, I think that having contact info might help. I was thinking about vanner break-downs. If we knew where the closest ones were to call for assistance, that might help too. sorry for the mish mash of ideas.


Like this one Downie ???

http://www.vannationalsboard.org/emergency%20contact%20vanners.pdf

Judith Pilon of the Natz board is putting that together for quite a while now....


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Doc 2% of Canada, EH!!!! #358000 January 28th 2010 6:14 pm
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Originally Posted by Doc 2% of Canada, EH!!!!
Originally Posted by downie519

Last point, I think that having contact info might help. I was thinking about vanner break-downs. If we knew where the closest ones were to call for assistance, that might help too. sorry for the mish mash of ideas.


Like this one Downie ???

http://www.vannationalsboard.org/emergency%20contact%20vanners.pdf

Judith Pilon of the Natz board is putting that together for quite a while now....

That will work bow


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Re: Vanner Database Reply Thread
Wizard78 #359259 February 02nd 2010 10:04 pm
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Well, Ken,I applaud your efforts! This "VANNER Database" is a project that has been swirling around in my head for the past 5-6 years, if not longer. I had a vision in mind of how it should be but my lack of techno-prowess and a god-awful slooow computer have held me back.
A few uses for such a database I had are similar to some posted above such as the "Breakdown Assistance" idea and the "Need a Backyard to Park in for the Night" idea. I know some Vanners might not want someone at their home or yard if they don't know them. This database could put those Vanners at ease if they knew that the Vanner seeking the yard to park in was on the Database also. Vanners would have to be in the system in order to access any info.
I thought of a three-tiered system to vouch for Vanners that want to join the database, especially the "Newbies" (no offense intended), for instance: Let's say "Newbie Vanner" has met Matchstick (BlueGrass) at a few runs next summer, and through Matchstick he meets Stevevanner (Hoosier VC) and through them he meets Howard(MVL/Nats Board). These three could/might/might not vouch for the "Newbie" that wants to be included/have access to the database. In fact the voucher system could even be regionalized if the NATS BOARD reps would be willing to accept that duty. Just a thought and don't get your panties in bunch, kids, I just pulled your names out of my *** as an example.
OK I got a little long-winded I'll stop now. Let me know what you think of these ideas, and if I can help in any way, Ken, Please let me know.


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BudVanBeer1 #359345 February 03rd 2010 10:05 am
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That's some good ideas too Buddy! I'll keep that all in mind also.

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Superbeast #367662 March 07th 2010 1:14 pm
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A "bump" here on this thread. I saw Docs posting on the Nats travellers aid and gave my info at Moonlites Snowball I am willing to put the info out there to help vanners so we dont have a repeat of what a few guys had last year, broke down and nobody stoppin to help.


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ScarletteWidowDodge #367673 March 07th 2010 2:11 pm
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I see they did not update this since C. of C's. I gave them my info and don't see it listed yet.


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