Who will be There Opening Day 06'

I've had plans made since last year opening day, lol. Third straight opening weekend. Staying at Breakers Express again to enjoy the hot tub the night before, lol. I cannot wait any longer, 21 days, 12 hours, 17 minutes and 4 seconds untill I head down there from Detroit Michigan. I CAN'T WAIT!!

You guys are referring to the thirsty pony. And if you are planning on going there you will have a blast. They have off track gambling for northfield park there. they have excellent pizza. And they also have a bowling alley (First game free, ask server for coupon). Me and my wife go there almost everytime we are at the point and we also go a few times during the winter. There price is comparible to applebee's.

Hope that helped

Mikey
*** Edited 4/14/2006 4:33:02 AM UTC by Mikeybo2004***

I'm assuming that Perimeter Rd. is vehicles only, no pedestrians, right? If you can walk along Perimeter Rd. I'll try to make it up to the Pavilions for a few minutes in the morning seeing as I'll be at Skyhawk at one with a group of friends. If not, well, I'll see you all in the park.

No pedestrians on Perimeter road is correct. But if you are staying on Point, you could always take the shuttle.

MrScott

What time is the A.M meeting?

I will not be heading to the 1 meeting as I plan on riding at that point.

I think 7:30 was mentioned earlier in the thread.

MrScott

The Thristy Pony!

We should definetly have a preparty their.

I'm thinking everyone hit that place around 10:30 for cocktails!

Anyone else in!

Are we meeting the night before?? A Pre-Party???

That is what we are trying to hook up. A small get together on the friday night

Pre-Party sounds like fun!

We should get to Sandusky around 8-9 on Friday night. Depending on how the day goes, and traffic on 75.

I'll talk it over with Matt, we planned on eating dinner once we got there anyways. i know he doesn't wanna make it a late night though, gotta get that pre coaster beauty rest!

For sure-- although their is a strange thrill to hopping on MF first thing in the morning when your fall down hung over... got rid of the stomach pains really fast.

I can't wait for opening weekend! This will be my third year with a season pass and going on opening day.

It is perfect time because the week before I have final exams and then that next week I will be at CP!

I think its an awesome idea to do a breakfast and lunch meeting, since I don't think I could manage to get up at 5 in the morning. So in that case, I will stop by at lunch! I'll probably have about 3 other people with me, so add us 4!
So I believe that makes the
Lunch Headcount: 24?

Im sure someone has asked this question already, but how reliable are the rides on opening day? Is there alot more downtime on opening day than normal? *** Edited 4/18/2006 3:07:25 PM UTC by my name is sean***

I have never been to a CP opening day, But have been to opening days elsewhere. Of course the crews/staff are not yet up to speed, but I have not seen more mechanical problems.

Visiting CP in May and then again in September is interesting. There are many changes that can been seen. I think I enjoy the May trips more than the September ones. The employees have more energy and are more willing to please in May. In the fall, it seems like they just want to get out of there.

MrScott

Yeah, mechanical issues don't really seem to be a big problem on opening day. CP tests all their rides lots before the actual day.

-Afternoon- 1 PM
Mikeybo2004: Dessert, signs, chips.
Ejh1701: Hot dogs and pop
Pepsi: Plasticware, small grill
punkypiko: Condiments (Mustard, Ketchup), Foam plates
coasterking39: Hot Dog Buns, New Castle/Coney Island Chili plus 2 side dishes
VIN#1TRAIN215FT70MPH: Charcaol and fluid

It just occured to me that since were not eating till 1PM, I'll have to keep the hot dogs cold at the proper temperature. We own a small cooler and will put them in there so it won't be a problem. However, nobody likes to drink warm pop and we don't own a huge cooler to pack them, so if anyone would like to volunteer for the drinks that would be cool!

I'm gonna try to make it to both of the gatherings, but I'm going to need to check with a few people and see what's up. I'll get back to you.

I wish you guys luck and fun.

MrScott

Afternoon- 1 PM
Mikeybo2004: Dessert, signs, chips.
Ejh1701: Hot dogs and pop
Pepsi: Plasticware, small grill
punkypiko: Condiments (Mustard, Ketchup), Foam plates
coasterking39: Hot Dog Buns, New Castle/Coney Island Chili plus 2 side dishes
VIN#1TRAIN215FT70MPH: Charcaol and fluid

TANK - 2 dozen cookies or brownies

Thanks MrScott, too bad you can't join us.

With just 15 days to go we really need to know about how many are planning to be there in the morning and 1:00 gathering. It would be nice to know by the Wednesday before so those of us bringing stuff can plan on how much to bring. Can we start a new head count please and keep up with it til opening day? Thanks.

Coasterking head count: 2