The Official Gorge 2010 Thread

[thesavageguy]

Is it EVER too early to start one of these threads? I sure dont think so! Could 2010 be the best year yet?

Regardless, here is a heads up that the Wildhorse Campground has decided to start selling passes early this year. You can go to their website now and reserve your spot in the best camp site around. I suggest to act fast, once word gets out, these will dwindle.

DRINK TOO MUCH!!!!!

[McBong]

I am making the trek back this year! Its been to long since I've last been to Mecca (08 :lol). Wildhorse is definitely the place to be! Toupstown is the shit. Wildhorse Cafe is the shit, Jerry knows what he is doing. Can't wait.

[clwatt3]

Wont be making it this year. Sure is a disappointment after being out there the last 2 years. Wildhorse is where its at for sure!

[hoggdogg]

I'll be there!!! After 3 years out of the loop, I'm excited to return to the Mecca:)

I'll be camping at Vantage with all my Portland peoples.

[DMBTattoo]

im in.

[thesavageguy]

Wont be making it this year.
Say it aint so!

[clwatt3]

:ohno

[mxpxillini35]

Wont be making it this year. Sure is a disappointment after being out there the last 2 years. Wildhorse is where its at for sure!

What's the holdup anyway?

[clwatt3]

http://www.daveposters.com/forum/showpost.php?p=376547&postcount=43

Plus Im determined to see my savings grow.

[McGinnisM]

(Just peeking in here to see what it's like...)

[hoggdogg]

(Just peeking in here to see what it's like...)


:banana:banana:banana:banana:banana

its a paaaaataaaaay!!!!!

[dmbforever]

im in.

:tsk...no Kurt....we are in!!! :sadie

[DMBNirvana]

http://www.daveposters.com/forum/showpost.php?p=376547&postcount=43

Plus Im determined to see my savings grow.

if you count posters as investments.... you should be all set already :)

[27Ravens]

This will be my 4th year in a row. I really hope DB has the flu that weekend.

[BigWhiskey]

Ok so are we all staying at wildhorse? If thats where its at ill reserve my spot. The fiance and i will be back for the third year in a row my 4th.

[edhaze]

I can't wait for the year I can post in this thread
and say "I'm going to the Gorge".

[dmbforever]

I can't wait for the year I can post in this thread
and say "I'm going to the Gorge".

what's wrong with this year???? oh yeah, I forgot....baby on the way :)

note: you are going to Alpine this year right???

[mxpxillini35]

I can't wait for the year I can post in this thread
and say "I'm going to the Gorge".

but didn't you just post that? :)

[thesavageguy]

Im determined to see my savings grow.
I hear ya, I've got a similar 'problem'. Debt shrinkage, increased savings. Makes for fun times!


:tsk...no Kurt....we are in!!! :sadie
Are you seriously coming? If so, I'm going to hook you up something fierce!


Ok so are we all staying at wildhorse? If thats where its at ill reserve my spot. The fiance and i will be back for the third year in a row my 4th.
BW in the house too? I like how this is shaping up! I'm at the Wildhorse fo sho. I say we all plan to get there at the same time and then hold down an entire 'DP' section/area. Although, people may get the wrong idea....

[dmbforever]

I hear ya, I've got a similar 'problem'. Debt shrinkage, increased savings. Makes for fun times!

in the same boat..:)


Are you seriously coming? If so, I'm going to hook you up something fierce!

I'm there. If I'm going with Kurt, will be camping for sure. That guy doesn't even know what a hotel looks like.

BW in the house too? I like how this is shaping up! I'm at the Wildhorse fo sho. I say we all plan to get there at the same time and then hold down an entire 'DP' section/area. Although, people may get the wrong idea....

:thumbsup This could be fanfi'ntastic

[thesavageguy]

Bring one of your skulls with you.

:)

[dmbforever]

Bring one of your skulls with you.

:)

haha...I think you should come to Alpine Valley this year, if you want to see them up close and in person :rimshot

Note: if you have never been to Alpine, your missing out out on one of the best venues in the USA. :)

[thesavageguy]

You got an in on tickets or something? Dont tempt me!

If I hadnt have had my kid when I did, we already would have graced the legendary venue!

[clwatt3]

Note: if you have never been to Alpine, your missing out out on one of the best venues if you dont want to see the stage.

Fixed.

[dmbforever]

You got an in on tickets or something? Dont tempt me!

If I hadnt have had my kid when I did, we already would have graced the legendary venue!

that's what babysitters are for, along with grandparents ;) This is a must see in person. Words can not describe....The place is amazing!!!! Guaranteed a great (2) night stand.

[dmbforever]

Fixed.

depends on where you are sitting ;)

[thesavageguy]

Damn you Dave....dont make me come out there!

[dmbforever]

Damn you Dave....dont make me come out there!

Simply amazing...it's a must see before the band retires...I will guarantee you will not be disappointed..I'll promise you that..the place is "magical"

[thesavageguy]

Oh yeah? You got some Na'vi hiding up in the hills?

[dmbforever]

Oh yeah? You got some Na'vi hiding up in the hills?

:lol.....all kidding aside...it truly is "MAGICAL".....you will not be disappointed.

Note: I'd bet my (2) skulls on it, if that matters

[cheesetown13]

Boo! :thumbsdown

You know the Gorge is worth it...why don't you sit on it for a bit and then make a decision! Haha...I wouldn't miss the Gorge shows for anything!

I usually stay at a hotel in Moses Lake...would love to camp if I could convince the wifey. I've heard nothing but good things about the Wildhorse and would love to check it out!


http://www.daveposters.com/forum/showpost.php?p=376547&postcount=43

Plus Im determined to see my savings grow.

[DMBTattoo]

i am going. i must.

[dmbforever]

i am going. i must.

I'll decide.......;)

[mxpxillini35]

By my account...

Gorge 9.5/10
Alpine 9.7/10

All factors considered...

no offense to anyone...but I just want to prove it is definitely worth the trip...

[DMBTattoo]

By my account...

Gorge 9.5/10
Alpine 9.7/10

All factors considered...

no offense to anyone...but I just want to prove it is definitely worth the trip...

set wise in 2009

Gorge<Alpine<Deer Creek

[clwatt3]

By my account...

Gorge 9.5/10
Alpine 9.7/10

All factors considered...

no offense to anyone...but I just want to prove it is definitely worth the trip...

My views must have been better than yours. ;)

[DMBTattoo]

I'll decide.......;)

.....:wave

[dmbforever]

.....:wave

we are in this together...;)

[mxpxillini35]

My views must have been better than yours. ;)

Have you been to Alpine?

[DMBTattoo]

we are in this together...;)

:thumbsup

[McGinnisM]

I have a feeling I would just be taking pictures the whole time if I ever went here.

[DMBTattoo]

what happens at alpine stays at.err..ends up on facebook

once you get your few pics from the top of the hill its the same every year

[McGinnisM]

Now, I'll have my press pass as a representative of DMBTATTOO.COM so I'll get some great shots. :)

[mxpxillini35]

what happens at alpine stays at.err..ends up on facebook

once you get your few pics from the top of the hill its the same every year

It's never the same.......ever.....

there's always Gary! stickers to find!!!

[DMBTattoo]

Now, I'll have my press pass as a representative of DMBTATTOO.COM so I'll get some great shots. :)

:thumbsup hey itll take you places...


It's never the same.......ever.....

there's always Gary! stickers to find!!!

haha ooo i wonder if the one Chris and I posted on the yellow lot sign is still there?

[mxpxillini35]

Does anyone else realize Kurt thinks he's in the Alpine thread....still...after 2 posts???

[DMBTattoo]

ive been doing that alot the past few days....haha wtf?

[mxpxillini35]

hahaha....thanks for the laugh Kurt!

[McGinnisM]

I've always wanted to go to Seattle.

[DMBTattoo]

hahaha....thanks for the laugh Kurt!

:thumbsup:thumbsup

[mxpxillini35]

I've always wanted to go to Seattle.

there's some nice hotels out there...

[McGinnisM]

All the more reason to go I suppose.

[wilsonjc]

This year will be my first trip to the Gorge (barring any unforseen circumstances). Pretty damn excited about it too. :hysterical

[mxpxillini35]

All the more reason to go I suppose.

Closest Hilton brand (that is bookable) is in Yakima, WA...about 45-55 min from the venue...and a nice drive there...very scenic...

[clwatt3]

there's some nice hotels out there...

That place you put us up in was nice. Thanks again! :thumbsup

[clwatt3]

Closest Hilton brand (that is bookable) is in Yakima, WA...about 45-55 min from the venue...and a nice drive there...very scenic...

Dont do it Mike, you have to camp!

[mxpxillini35]

That place you put us up in was nice. Thanks again! :thumbsup

That 10 was nice. Thanks again! :thumbsup

[clwatt3]

That 10 was nice. Thanks again! :thumbsup

I'll pass that on, glad I could help both you guys out.

[mxpxillini35]

I'll pass that on, glad I could help both you guys out.

Well if you won't take credit for that...

Getting us down to our seats N2 was nice. Thanks again! :thumbsup

[clwatt3]

Well if you won't take credit for that...

Getting us down to our seats N2 was nice. Thanks again! :thumbsup

:lol

I never made it to mine. :sadie

[DMBTattoo]

Countdown?

[mxpxillini35]

:lol

I never made it to mine. :sadie

Yeah...I heard that fucking Carter guy was sitting in your seat...

[clwatt3]

Yeah...I heard that fucking Carter guy was sitting in your seat...

I was busy dropping a drumstick. :bang

[mxpxillini35]

I was busy dropping a drumstick. :bang

Don't worry...I dropped one thrown directly to me (with no one around) at SPAC 09 N1...I don't intend on dropping it this year...

[dmtr]

I do the gorge every other year...its on in 2010!

[thesavageguy]

Awwww snap! Get that Wildhorse reservation peoples! I'm getting drunk with dmtr, dmbforever and DMBTattoo in September!

And maybe Mr. McGinnis????

[dmbforever]

I do the gorge every other year...its on in 2010!

Hope to get a chance to meet you Cory. I love the Gorge. The atmosphere/scenery is amazing. One of my favorite places.


Awwww snap! Get that Wildhorse reservation peoples! I'm getting drunk with dmtr, dmbforever and DMBTattoo in September!

And maybe Mr. McGinnis????

this sounds like an ALL-STAR group....one for the ages

[McGinnisM]

Give me a date and I'll see what I can do.

[DMBTattoo]

ive yet to make my wildhorse reservation yet...guess i should get on that eh

[dmbforever]

ive yet to make my wildhorse reservation yet...guess i should get on that eh

I need your help as usual for this...;)..we need to talk :)

[McGinnisM]

Kurt, would you be driving or flying?

[clwatt3]

Kurt, would you be driving or flying?

Thats a long hall.

[McGinnisM]

I'm always in for a road trip though.

[McGinnisM]

29 hours from Chicago.

[clwatt3]

Dream trip would be to drive out and fly back. Or vice versa.

[McGinnisM]

The drive wouldn't be that bad, I'd just have to stop at VA_Legend's on teh way.

[DMBTattoo]

I need your help as usual for this...;)..we need to talk :)

you got it


Kurt, would you be driving or flying?

flying!

[dmtr]

Looking fwd to it. I will be....flying from the east coast. Wildhorse eh? reservation instructions/links?

[clwatt3]

http://www.wildhorsecampground.com/index.php?act=viewProd&productId=114

[dmtr]

^ thanks. consensus is wildhorse then? I have had a lot of fun at the gorge campgrounds in prior years.

[hoggdogg]

I prefer Vantage.

[DMBTattoo]

ive heard wildhorse is the way to go..

[hoggdogg]

Well you've heard wrong ;)

its just a matter of personal preference... Wildhorse is closer to the venue, but Vantage is right near/on the water.

[Rob D]

:shifty

[DMBTattoo]

Hmm and the venue camping?

[clwatt3]

http://biology.usgs.gov/cro/ScienceInYourState/Wyoming/images/peaks%20herd%204.jpg

[hoggdogg]

Hmm and the venue camping?

If you enjoy camping in filth with a bunch of a-hole degenerates that cant hold their alcohol and no common courtesy, that's the place to be :loco

[clwatt3]

If you enjoy camping in filth with a bunch of a-holes that cant hold their alcohol and no common courtesy, that's the place to be :loco

And its not too flat up there.

[hoggdogg]

plus there is no shade. I went up there to hang out with a few friends the last year I was there, and almost passed out from heat exhaustion...

[clwatt3]

http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/31dJYTBnCfL._SL500_AA280_.jpg

Our neighbors at WH had one of these. We made them food.

[hoggdogg]

Food for pop up tent use is a very good trade.

I like Vantage because there are mucho trees. Add the view of the Columbia, watching the crazies cliff jump, beer, and the excitement of a few shows on your heels, and it makes for one heck of a weekend :hysterical

I'm excited to get back in the loop. I had been every year from 99-06, then sat out the last 3 years after relocating out East... but its time to get back in the groove!

[jrh83]

Noon gorge question is the $120 per person or per car?

[clwatt3]

Noon gorge question is the $120 per person or per car?

Car, up to 4 people.

[jrh83]

Very nice I am working on trying to make this happen

[PhishDMB]

http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/31dJYTBnCfL._SL500_AA280_.jpg

Our neighbors at WH had one of these. We made them food.

ours did too, among other things. They totally saved us, we were so underprepared (first time out flew from Boston)

[PhishDMB]

Well you've heard wrong ;)

its just a matter of personal preference... Wildhorse is closer to the venue and had amenities, but Vantage is right near/on the water and the drive down is SIIIICK.

...the only way you can go wrong is at the Gorge campground... or not go

[hoggdogg]

...the only way you can go wrong is at the Gorge campground... or not go


agreed:thumbsup

[thejokell]

Anyone else do the hotel thing? I can't camp due to batteries that need charging every night. Plus I really like not smelling like crap from not showering for three days straight.

[hoggdogg]

haha! thats roughin' it camping- I dont do that... there are showers at all the places around there.

I have some friends that stay up at a B&B in Moses Lake every year... awesome accomidations. Too rich for my blood though.

[mxpxillini35]

Anyone else do the hotel thing? I can't camp due to batteries that need charging every night. Plus I really like not smelling like crap from not showering for three days straight.

are you a robot? :)

Hilton Garden Inn in Yakima is really nice...but it's about 45-55 min from the venue...

There are a couple hotels in Ellensburg (about 25-30 min away)...but there's a huge ass rodeo every labor day weekend...so prices are through the roof...

[thejokell]

are you a robot? :)

Hilton Garden Inn in Yakima is really nice...but it's about 45-55 min from the venue...

There are a couple hotels in Ellensburg (about 25-30 min away)...but there's a huge ass rodeo every labor day weekend...so prices are through the roof...

Nope, I'm a taper. Unfortunately I don't have enough batteries to get through three shows without a recharge. Plus sleeping on a bed is pretty awesome. :)

I stayed in Ellensberg last year - it wasn't too expensive but there were a TON of rodeo people there.

[clwatt3]

Renting a house would be cool if you got enough people to commit.

[cheesetown13]

Nope, I'm a taper. Unfortunately I don't have enough batteries to get through three shows without a recharge. Plus sleeping on a bed is pretty awesome. :)

I stayed in Ellensberg last year - it wasn't too expensive but there were a TON of rodeo people there.

Check out Inn at Moses Lake. I just made my reservations there for Labor Day weekend. It's $129.99 a night (+ tax)...free breakfast and it's close McDonalds, Subway, Starbucks, Denny's and a few gas stations (gas, beer and ice). It's the 2nd Moses Lake exit, in the same lot as Holiday Inn Express and Comfort Suites (both of which are more expensive). I've stayed there the past 2 years and it's a very clean place- about a 35 minute drive from the Gorge if I remember correctly. Free WiFi too...

I'd like to try camping at Wildhorse this year but I guess I run with the "uppity" crowd and they tend to like the hotel route. I like sleeping on beds as well...

http://innatmoseslake.com/

[hoggdogg]

I stayed at the Inn @ Moses Lake in 04... not the best accomidations, but a decent place to rest your head after a day/night of shinnanigans:)

[Badrinath]

Three different times and stayed at wildhorse (why would you stay anywhere else and drive????) Go to Vantage during the day to bust your asshole off the cliff. If I go back I'm rolling out in one of these:
http://www.mountainhardwear.com/images/productImages/OU9448x.jpg

300 square feet of pissing Scott off!!!

[hoggdogg]

That thing is bad A!!!

[Badrinath]

That thing is bad A!!!

15 person capacity, it's a base camp for hiking Everest tent that a buddy of mine can "demo"

[hoggdogg]

15 person capacity, it's a base camp for hiking Everest tent that a buddy of mine can "demo"


how do you travel with that thing? I have a hard enough time taking my sleeping bag ... :whew

[Badrinath]

how do you travel with that thing? I have a hard enough time taking my sleeping bag ... :whew

Pick it up from a rep in Seattle, It's only a $5,900 tent :loco

Space Station™ is a single-wall, base-camp tent, dining hall, communications center or hospital. The canopy’s domed shape minimizes wind load and is practically impervious to water and UV damage thanks to waterproof and titanium oxide coatings. Space Station’s three zippered doors, large roof vent and five perimeter vents help circulate air and provide exit options. Bar-tacked stress points and nylon pack cloth reinforcements add durability to the structure which is supported by strong Yunan Scandium Expedition PF poles. Perimeter floor band makes waterproof seats when snow benches are carved.

[hoggdogg]

Pick it up from a rep in Seattle, It's only a $5,900 tent :loco

Space Station™ is a single-wall, base-camp tent, dining hall, communications center or hospital. The canopy’s domed shape minimizes wind load and is practically impervious to water and UV damage thanks to waterproof and titanium oxide coatings. Space Station’s three zippered doors, large roof vent and five perimeter vents help circulate air and provide exit options. Bar-tacked stress points and nylon pack cloth reinforcements add durability to the structure which is supported by strong Yunan Scandium Expedition PF poles. Perimeter floor band makes waterproof seats when snow benches are carved.


ah, gotcha! man, you can have a craaaazy dance party in that thing... very jealous.

[Badrinath]

Just maybe you could sleep in without the tent roasting you out at 8am

[hoggdogg]

Just maybe you could sleep in without the tent roasting you out at 8am

thats the worst!!! I can never sleep past 7 when camping.
good opportunity for breakfast beers though....

[Badrinath]

thats the worst!!! I can never sleep past 7 when camping.
good opportunity for breakfast beers though....

breakfest shotguns and sausage biscuits and gravy :drool

[DMBTattoo]

Bloody marys

[27Ravens]

Soooo, Ive always stayed at Gorge campgrounds because my friends and I like to booze hard and never once have to deal with drving. We have done tents and RV.

However everyone raves about Wildhorse. Is there any type of shuttle to the Venue from there? If their is, is it a feasible option? Not like one shuttle with 200 people trying to get on it etc.

[DMBTattoo]

I had thought there was...

[clwatt3]

However everyone raves about Wildhorse. Is there any type of shuttle to the Venue from there? If their is, is it a feasible option? Not like one shuttle with 200 people trying to get on it etc.

There is. They have 2 buses that run before the show and after. After the show once the bus is full it takes you back and then goes back to pick up more people.

[thesavageguy]

Vantage is cool. I just didn't sig the half hour car ride to and from the venue. Doesnt work when no one wants to be the DD.

[DMBTattoo]

Bus from wildhorse it is!

[McBong]

My traditional post-show routine:
1) Hit bus
2) Straight to the Cafe for a Wild BBQ Chicken burger!
3) Get a shot of jager from Jerry!
4) Eat said burger.

[27Ravens]

Im gonna have to check Wildhorse out then if their is a shuttle.....and probably soon as I'd imagine they sell out quick.

[thesavageguy]

My traditional post-show routine:
1) Hit bus
2) Straight to the Cafe for a Wild BBQ Chicken burger!
3) Get a shot of jager from Jerry!
4) Eat said burger.
+1

The food at the cafe is ALWAYS money! Deliciousness whether you are inebriated or not. Reasonably priced too (IMO). And yes, you HAVE to bug Jerry for a shot of Jager!

In all seriousness, until another option becomes available, the Wildhorse is by far and away the best spot to be. Some of the most hardcore fans, nice facilities, great food (coffee stand too), shuttles to and from the venue, rv hookups, nice/thick grass, room to play sporting games and really some of the nicest people run the place. Scott will treat you right!

[thesavageguy]

Im gonna have to check Wildhorse out then if their is a shuttle.....and probably soon as I'd imagine they sell out quick.
It usually sells out within a day or two of the shows officially being announced (if that).

This year they started selling much earlier than I can ever recall, so its hard to say. Always best to get your spot when you can.

[clwatt3]

This year they started selling much earlier than I can ever recall, so its hard to say. Always best to get your spot when you can.

If you stay elsewhere, there are always people looking for wildhorse passes.

[DMBTattoo]

only 196 Wildhorse car passes left...im buying mine now to make it official

[DMBTattoo]

now there is 195 :)

[27Ravens]

It usually sells out within a day or two of the shows officially being announced (if that).

This year they started selling much earlier than I can ever recall, so its hard to say. Always best to get your spot when you can.
The problem is I gotta get a group of 7 on board. I might just grab one anyway. You may just see me and my tent solo. Or it sounds like I'll have no problem selling it. Thanks for all the input.

Last year we were surrounded by douche bags in Gorge Camping and it really began to cramp our style by day 3. We had everything from underage girls who couldnt handle their liquor, to inconsiderate tweakers that we caught roaming through our crap at 5 a.m. I've heard overall Wildhorse is mostly die-hard fans and seems to pretty kick back.

And this cafe sounds like a great alternative to cooking several times a day. We usually make a gigantic breakfast...liquid lunch..dinner at the show (since we have 3 hours from our poster sprint to show starting)..then make dinner again when we get back. Sounds like we can just make breakfast and never have to deal with cooking again. I like it.

[mxpxillini35]

now there is 195 :)

I'll get the map ready...you get the little pieces that are carved out of wood that resemble you and Dave...

I'll bring the little stick (to move the pieces around, ala WWII movies in the war room) and the next time we're all together I'll show you the proper game plan...

[dmbforever]

I'll get the map ready...you get the little pieces that are carved out of wood that resemble you and Dave...

I'll bring the little stick (to move the pieces around, ala WWII movies in the war room) and the next time we're all together I'll show you the proper game plan...

this sounds like a cool idea. Will Kurt's wooden figure have a painted shirt or just tattoos?

[mxpxillini35]

no shirt...the tattoos might be tough to carve...but all the power to you...

[cheesetown13]

I stayed at the Inn @ Moses Lake in 04... not the best accomidations, but a decent place to rest your head after a day/night of shinnanigans:)

It's been renovated since then...pretty decent hotel IMO. I may just camp with all the DPers and go the Wildhorse route.

[DMBTattoo]

I'll get the map ready...you get the little pieces that are carved out of wood that resemble you and Dave...

I'll bring the little stick (to move the pieces around, ala WWII movies in the war room) and the next time we're all together I'll show you the proper game plan...

:thumbsup

Like prison break?

[mxpxillini35]

:thumbsup

Like prison break?

never saw the show...sorry...

[dmbforever]

never saw the show...sorry...

probably because you were behind bars at the time of the show....;)

[DMBTattoo]

Ha nevermind I misread that


Anyway let's ummm get these dates out eh?

[27Ravens]

It is official. I will be trying out Wildhorse this year. And for anyone that dosent know, George, WA can throw you any kind of wheather. Blistering Sun, Dry Wind, Rain, Hail, Ive seen it all.

2 Things you must always have when camping at the Gorge: EAZY-UP and STAKES (Lots of stakes, and not those little cheap ones that you can bend with one strike, but real heavy stakes) Last year we watched whole camp sites blow away.

[dmbforever]

looks like I'm camping @ the Wildhorse...gitty up

[ali815]

It is official. I will be trying out Wildhorse this year. And for anyone that dosent know, George, WA can throw you any kind of wheather. Blistering Sun, Dry Wind, Rain, Hail, Ive seen it all.

2 Things you must always have when camping at the Gorge: EAZY-UP and STAKES (Lots of stakes, and not those little cheap ones that you can bend with one strike, but real heavy stakes) Last year we watched whole camp sites blow away.


Truth.

I've gone to the Gorge 6 straight years from 04-09 and plan to hit it again this year. We've seen it all as well. Tents blowing away (including ours...while we were in it), dust storms, lightning and thunder, 110 degree heat, freezing cold nights (during the show and after), and on and on. We've had our chairs stolen, our campsite invaded, and seen bathrooms flooded.

We started hotelling it about 2 years ago in Moses Lake and haven't looked back since. Hot showers, indoor pool and jacuzzi, 10 hour nights on a soft bed, tv and internet, a microwave, fridge, and stove, and complimentary breakfasts are more than enough to convince me. ;) :)

[dmbforever]

^^^that sounds like a GREAT idea as well (the hotel)

[thejokell]

Truth.

I've gone to the Gorge 6 straight years from 04-09 and plan to hit it again this year. We've seen it all as well. Tents blowing away (including ours...while we were in it), dust storms, lightning and thunder, 110 degree heat, freezing cold nights (during the show and after), and on and on. We've had our chairs stolen, our campsite invaded, and seen bathrooms flooded.

We started hotelling it about 2 years ago in Moses Lake and haven't looked back since. Hot showers, indoor pool and jacuzzi, 10 hour nights on a soft bed, tv and internet, a microwave, fridge, and stove, and complimentary breakfasts are more than enough to convince me. ;) :)

Where do you usually stay?

[ali815]

sending you a pm. ;)

[27Ravens]

I've considered a Hotel but it always falls back to having to drive to and from the venue.

Plus for me, part of the Gorge experience is camping. We'll see about this Wildhorse place. Last year's camping experience in the Gorge campgrounds was terrible, if Wildhorse is the same I may have to go the Hotel route.

[McBong]

Camping at Wildhorse is 85% of the reason why I go to the Gorge. If you must, at least get an RV and split with some people. But hoteling at the Gorge should be a crime. If you want to use a hotel go to Alpine or SPAC. We don't take too kindly to hotellers. :sob

[thesavageguy]

It is official. I will be trying out Wildhorse this year. And for anyone that dosent know, George, WA can throw you any kind of wheather. Blistering Sun, Dry Wind, Rain, Hail, Ive seen it all.

2 Things you must always have when camping at the Gorge: EAZY-UP and STAKES (Lots of stakes, and not those little cheap ones that you can bend with one strike, but real heavy stakes) Last year we watched whole camp sites blow away.
The Wildhorse is actually situated in a much more forgiving landscape. Still windy, but nothing like the Gorge campground.

And the other thing about he Wildhorse is that everyone who tends to camp there tends to be completely chill. I understand the worries being thrown about (ie. douchebags at the Gorge campground). Wildhorse is nothing like that. I can promise you that you will thoroghly enjoy yourself!

*edit: And if not, you likely arent at my effin campsite!!!!

[27Ravens]

^^^ right on! Sounds like it will be a good decision then

[DMBTattoo]

Wildhorse FTW

[McGinnisM]

I'm not sure about this whole camping thing.

[27Ravens]

I'm not sure about this whole camping thing.
Man up..you sound like my boyfriend.

[clwatt3]

I'm not sure about this whole camping thing.


Man up..you sound like my boyfriend.

:lol

[McGinnisM]

Hey! Be nice!

[DMBTattoo]

:grouphug

[27Ravens]

Hey! Be nice!

I kid! I kid! :pounce

[DMBTattoo]

This year will be pretty awesome I think

[mxpxillini35]

This year will be pretty awesome if I could talk Fred's wife into going back...

fixed

[UIUCPrincess]

I guess Alpine X2, Chicago, SPAC X2, Atlanta>Tampa>WPB X2, Hershey, DC X2, St. Louis, Red Rocks (if it happens) doesn't make for a pretty awesome year :(

[k8m24]

Wildhorse pass bought!

[dmbforever]

Wildhorse pass bought!

:thumbsup

[thesavageguy]

With dates announced, you had better act fast if you want to get into the Wildhorse.

They usually go very fast after this point.

[toyota]

anyone else notice ben harper is opening for gorge?

[27Ravens]

anyone else notice ben harper is opening for gorge?

:wave

[PhishDMB]

anyone else notice ben harper is opening for gorge?


thats the tipping point for me.... Im officially going back this year!! See you guys at Wildhorse

[hoggdogg]

Flight is booked.

Thank you, Airtran!

[thesavageguy]

Thank you, Airtranny!
WTF???

[MUZZ]

anyone else notice ben harper is opening for gorge?
I just saw that.....sweet :boarder

[27Ravens]

Booked Wildhorse. 161 left

[McGinnisM]

Shit. I LOVE Ben Harper.

[thesavageguy]

Booked Wildhorse. 161 left
Was over 180 a few hours ago.

To give you an idea on pace...if you are still on the fence.

[k8m24]

Booked Wildhorse. 161 left

Yay! I know lots of girls who are going!

[DMBTattoo]

Flight is booked.

Thank you, Airtran!

how much?

[DMBTattoo]

Yay! I know lots of girls who are going!

:thumbsup

[MUZZ]

how much?
I saw $300 round trip from Boston. Seems like a decent price.

[popey004]

$210 round trip from Pittsburgh, thats hard to pass up for me...

[clwatt3]

Damn, wish I was going. Thats cheaper than I paid last year.

[DMBTattoo]

ooo so i could prolly be pulling 2 hundo

[hoggdogg]

how much?


$230.00.. cheap! I am nervous about my departing flight out of SEA @ 1:30... but I couldnt pass up that deal.
If I miss my flight, I miss my flight ;)

[clwatt3]

$230.00.. cheap! I am nervous about my departing flight out of SEA @ 1:30... but I couldnt pass up that deal.
If I miss my flight, I miss my flight ;)

130 on Monday?

[hoggdogg]

130 on Monday?

Yeah. Probably not the best time, but it was that or 11 PM, and not gettting back to Baltimore until the next morning. I plan on leaving camp by 8AM Monday, so I make it there by noon. Hopefully.

[clwatt3]

Yeah. Probably not the best time, but it was that or 11 PM, and not gettting back to Baltimore until the next morning. I plan on leaving camp by 8AM Monday, so I make it there by noon. Hopefully.

You should be fine.

We flew back on Tuesday so we didnt have to rush back on Monday.

[toyota]

$210 round trip from Pittsburgh, thats hard to pass up for me...

what flight are you on? i leave at 6:45PM on Thursday 9/2 out of pittsburgh.

[clwatt3]

what flight are you on? i leave at 6:45PM on Thursday 9/2 out of pittsburgh.

We left on that flight last year but on Wednesday.

[27Ravens]

Yay! I know lots of girls who are going!

:thumbsup:thumbsup:thumbsup

[hoggdogg]

what flight are you on? i leave at 6:45PM on Thursday 9/2 out of pittsburgh.


Friday @ 7AM out of BWI, non stop to SEA.

[27Ravens]

130 Wildhorse passes left.

[DMBTattoo]

I'm waiin for southwest to book

[thejokell]

Well I may be skipping the Gorge this year. My friend (who has gone with me the past few years) and I are none too keen on the new seating situation. We're still thinking about it, but I really can't see how the reserved seating/ga pit won't just be a giant clusterfuck. And I'm definitely not flying across the country to sit in the lawn.

[toyota]

I'm waiin for southwest to book

i thought about that but they don't publish new prices until 3/23 and you can get some great deals right now.

[27Ravens]

Well I may be skipping the Gorge this year. My friend (who has gone with me the past few years) and I are none too keen on the new seating situation. We're still thinking about it, but I really can't see how the reserved seating/ga pit won't just be a giant clusterfuck. And I'm definitely not flying across the country to sit in the lawn.

I've been thinking about what Im gonna do for tickets too. I mean with all the gates opening at the same time, GA pit people are going to be in line at like Noon. I dont want to have to stand in line all day, then stand in GA Pit for 6 hours just to hold a spot. And if you get up front reserved its essentially just the back of GA Pit. Their isnt much incline in reserved and Im short so middle/back of reserved may be no bueno also.

Lawn actually isnt sounding that bad. At least we can sit as a group, move freely, go to the bathroom during crash and come back to the same spot, etc.

What's everyone else thinking about Gorge seating?

[hoggdogg]

I think the seating situation will suck. But I am going to get reserved seats and if I cant see, retreat to the top of the lawn.
I love going to the shows, but I love the experience too.... hanging out with a bunch of great people in a great place, away from all the huss & buss of the world :)

[27Ravens]

Yeah Im gonna have a blast no matter what. Im just thinking if all of reserved/GA Pit is gonna be one giant cluster and im gonna end up in lawn anyway, might as well save a few bucks and just buy lawn tickets. The view is better from lawn anyway.

[PhishDMB]

I saw $300 round trip from Boston. Seems like a decent price.

You making the trip Muzzy?

[toyota]

i do not understand what the deal is with people worrying about GA PIT sections in a pavilion. To me it's no different than any other show that has seats. Like who sits down in the pavilion of a show anyways? Granted i will not try or get PIT seats because i don't want to be shoved and shit. I'd much rather have my own personal space / seat. Just say the PIT takes up the 1st 10 rows at the Gorge. So the first row of seats is row 11. Why would you be able to see better if the people in front of you were standing in a specified spot or just clustered together in a PIT? It's the same thing or am i missing something? It's not like i ever get within the 1st 10 rows anyways through the WH so the only people it hurts is like '98 maybe '99 members that are used to getting great ass seats.

[PhishDMB]

Wildhorse pass is officially booked!! See you kids there.

low 120's left when I booked

[27Ravens]

For most venues I think your spot on, in it wont really be that different. Its just now early WH members and people who pay good money to be upfront will be mixed in with underage first year fans that can get annoying.
I think for the Gorge though, its gonna be more of a problem than we think. Their already isnt enough security/staff to keep any kind of order. Throw in 10 rows of Pit in front of that and you got yourself a party.

[thejokell]

i do not understand what the deal is with people worrying about GA PIT sections in a pavilion. To me it's no different than any other show that has seats. Like who sits down in the pavilion of a show anyways? Granted i will not try or get PIT seats because i don't want to be shoved and shit. I'd much rather have my own personal space / seat. Just say the PIT takes up the 1st 10 rows at the Gorge. So the first row of seats is row 11. Why would you be able to see better if the people in front of you were standing in a specified spot or just clustered together in a PIT? It's the same thing or am i missing something? It's not like i ever get within the 1st 10 rows anyways through the WH so the only people it hurts is like '98 maybe '99 members that are used to getting great ass seats.

Have you ever been to the Gorge? They have a hard enough time keeping chairs in row form. There are no "sections" at the Gorge, either. So while they may try and make multiple levels, the entire thing is going to turn into one giant clusterfuck. How are they even going to designate a pit area? It's going to be a joke.

I have a feeling the Gorge may turn into a repeat of RFK in 2001.

[27Ravens]

Can you imagine what the sprint to GA Pit is going to be like from the front gate all the way down that hill? Im predicting a few epic spills.

[thejokell]

Can you imagine what the sprint to GA Pit is going to be like from the front gate all the way down that hill? Im predicting a few epic spills.

Might be worth going just to see that. :)

[hoggdogg]

I'm imagining a bunch of underage drunks face diving down the hill... LOL

I needed that laugh today too- thank! :D

[27Ravens]

Not take that thought and throw some flip-flop sandals in the mix..that should get you through the rest of your day :thumbsup

[hoggdogg]

Not take that thought and throw some flip-flop sandals in the mix..that should get you through the rest of your day :thumbsup


LMAO!!! Yesssss... I may sit at the top of the lawn so I have a prime spot, just in case this does go down.

[toyota]

Have you ever been to the Gorge? They have a hard enough time keeping chairs in row form. There are no "sections" at the Gorge, either. So while they may try and make multiple levels, the entire thing is going to turn into one giant clusterfuck. How are they even going to designate a pit area? It's going to be a joke.

I have a feeling the Gorge may turn into a repeat of RFK in 2001.

i know when they do GA PIT seating at starlake for shows they put up a gate / fence thing around the pit and you have to enter through a specific spot they also have security at the front of the stage looking straight on in to the crowd to make sure no one jumps the gate.

[MUZZ]

You making the trip Muzzy?

Yes, this will be my first trip to the gorge. You?

[thesavageguy]

Can you imagine what the sprint to GA Pit is going to be like from the front gate all the way down that hill? Im predicting a few epic spills.
Can ALL GA people get down into that section? Or will there be special GA PIT tickets?

Thats a huge question in determining where I'm sitting.

[thejokell]

Can ALL GA people get down into that section? Or will there be special GA PIT tickets?

Thats a huge question in determining where I'm sitting.

GA and GA Pit are the same thing.

[toyota]

Can ALL GA people get down into that section? Or will there be special GA PIT tickets?

Thats a huge question in determining where I'm sitting.

do you mean GA as in lawn? I'm sure there will be GA Pit tix. i'm not really sure what you're asking???

[thesavageguy]

Will a GA Lawn ticket get you into the pit?

Or will only a GA PIT ticket get you into the pit?

[toyota]

Will a GA Lawn ticket get you into the pit?

Or will only a GA PIT ticket get you into the pit?

there will be pit tix, and lawn tix. not having different tix would create a fiasco. plus they are different prices.

[thesavageguy]

Thats what I was hoping for. If they are GA PIT tickets, then thats probably where I will be.

Where are you seeing the pricing?

[Tikiman111]

Anyone been to the wild horse campground? I'm just curious if it is worth reserving a spot there rather than grabbing a camping ticket from the warehouse?

[toyota]

Thats what I was hoping for. If they are GA PIT tickets, then thats probably where I will be.

Where are you seeing the pricing?

on the WH if you go under the request tickets link then click on the date then this pops up for the gorge:

GA Pit Standing: $70.00
Reserved Seating: $70.00
GA Lawn: $48.50

[toyota]

Anyone been to the wild horse campground? I'm just curious if it is worth reserving a spot there rather than grabbing a camping ticket from the warehouse?

never been to either but i will be at wildhorse this year. i've heard the gorge camp ground sucks compared to wildhorse..... although, i'm going off of hearsay

[jbcii55]

where there is love.............................................. I'LL BE THERE!!!! (site 121 at Vantage Campground) !!!! Yeah!!!

[Tikiman111]

never been to either but i will be at wildhorse this year. i've heard the gorge camp ground sucks compared to wildhorse..... although, i'm going off of hearsay

Yea I went to the gorge campground as well and I've heard wildhorse is much better. Just trying to get some fellow DPers to share some stories because I'm highly considering going back to the Gorge this year.

[clwatt3]

Anyone been to the wild horse campground? I'm just curious if it is worth reserving a spot there rather than grabbing a camping ticket from the warehouse?

Do it!

[Tikiman111]

Do it!

I'm excited already for this! I haven't been there since 2005.

[PhishDMB]

Yes, this will be my first trip to the gorge. You?

Yep, booked my Wildhorse reservation today. Last year was my first year and I think it going to be yearly pilgrimage now.


Anyone been to the wild horse campground? I'm just curious if it is worth reserving a spot there rather than grabbing a camping ticket from the warehouse?

Grass, food, cool people (patrons), cool people (owners), flat ground, honey pot's (sani cans) cleaned daily, and showers make Wildhorse where you want to be

[PhishDMB]

Grass, food, cool people (patrons), cool people (owners), flat ground, honey pot's (sani cans) cleaned daily, and showers make Wildhorse where you want to be

add free coffee and jager shots to the list. What else am I forgetting?

[dmbforever]

sounds like there will be a lot of people going to the Wildhorse. I think we should all wear name tags, so we know the the heck is who :sadie

[Tikiman111]

Grass, food, cool people (patrons), cool people (owners), flat ground, honey pot's (sani cans) cleaned daily, and showers make Wildhorse where you want to be

Nice. I'm feeling like this is a must do now.

[PhishDMB]

sounds like there will be a lot of people going to the Wildhorse. I think we should all wear name tags, so we know the the heck is who :sadie

we need a fresh round of Gary! stickers to slap on our tents so we know where eachother are. That way we know where to go when we have an extra jello shot or need a J buddy

[k8m24]

Yeah. Probably not the best time, but it was that or 11 PM, and not gettting back to Baltimore until the next morning. I plan on leaving camp by 8AM Monday, so I make it there by noon. Hopefully.

YOu should leave earlier than 8am... lots of traffic.... id say leave by 7.

[dmbforever]

we need a fresh round of Gary! stickers to slap on our tents so we know where eachother are. That way we know where to go when we have an extra jello shot or need a J buddy

yeah...no kidding!! I'll be camping with Dmbtattoo, you know...the shirtless guy. We shouldn't be to hard to find, plus he has the HUGE Gary! poster.

[DMBTattoo]

why dont we try to all camp near eachtother?

[Postermania]

Okay I did it booked the Wildhorse with the old RV pass. If anyone has any tips on the Gorge please shoot them my way. I appreciate it

[clwatt3]

why dont we try to all camp near eachtother?

Whoever shows up first just needs to tell them if you have more people in your group.

And it helps if you show up on Thursday or early Friday.

[DMBTattoo]

ahhh hmmm gotchya...

[PhishDMB]

why dont we try to all camp near eachtother?

we should. There's already "toupstown" (ants kids) and a Warehouse group site (forget what they call themselves).

This would call for a giant Gary! flag...not optional

[Postermania]

I am shooting for Thursday .

Whoever shows up first just needs to tell them if you have more people in your group.

And it helps if you show up on Thursday or early Friday.

[DMBTattoo]

Yes i was going to camp in Toupstown unless we get a GaryTown going..

[PhishDMB]

Yes i was going to camp in Toupstown unless we get a GaryTown going..

haha, G!burg

[McBong]

Join up with Toupstown! Lets bridge the great divide!

I book my flight Friday when I get paid. :row :row :hysterical

[DMBTattoo]

Join up with Toupstown! Lets bridge the great divide!

I book my flight Friday when I get paid. :row :row :hysterical

this might be a good idea! DavePosters Lane

[McBong]

this might be a good idea! DavePosters Lane

The way I look at it, why separate ourselves, when we can all form one giant metropolis.

[hoggdogg]

where there is love.............................................. I'LL BE THERE!!!! (site 121 at Vantage Campground) !!!! Yeah!!!

Vantage in the house!!! I'm not sure what site we're on yet, but I'll see ya there:)

[thesavageguy]

Its gotta be Garysville up in the Wildhorse! We've got to mob it together.

Our group will be known as the one that leaves considerably earlier for the shows than all the rest.

Let's make a big sign that reads, "im at ur boothz, buyin ur posterz"

[jbcii55]

Its gotta be Garysville up in the Wildhorse! We've got to mob it together.

Our group will be known as the one that leaves considerably earlier for the shows than all the rest.

Let's make a big sign that reads, "im at ur boothz, buyin ur posterz"

I wish everyone knew how much Vantage blows the rest of the campsites away...... You can walk about 100 feet and dive into the Columbia River.....There is cliff jumping right there too (for those who dare) ....and also, a full fledged market about 150 feet away....... The rest of the campsites are just refugee camps that resemble a dust bowl....... Vantage has an indoor swimming pool and also REAL BATHROOMS THAT ARE CLEAN!!! Peace!!!

[thesavageguy]

I've stayed in Vantage and found it not cracked up to be everything everyone thinks it is. Is it cool to swim in the river? Hell yeah! But I'd take driving there during the day over having to drive 30min back and forth from the concert each night. Savage wants to get his drink on!

And I'm sorry, but those bathrooms are maybe clean through N1 at the MOST.

[dmbforever]

Wherever the "ballas" are at....that's where I'm at

[ali815]

So now that the request period is open I have a few questions:

The price for the Gorge is:

$70 GA Pit
$70 Reserved
$48.50 Lawn

So I have different scenarios in my head assuming that the seniority/random nights stay the same but my main thought/question is this:

N1 (for example) would it make sense to choose best available with an early WH Membership because you're more likely to get selected in the "first round" confirmations and then because it's seniority, you've got a great shot of sitting close/getting pit and no shot of getting lawn. Or is that a false assumption?

[thejokell]

So now that the request period is open I have a few questions:

The price for the Gorge is:

$70 GA Pit
$70 Reserved
$48.50 Lawn

So I have different scenarios in my head assuming that the seniority/random nights stay the same but my main thought/question is this:

N1 (for example) would it make sense to choose best available with an early WH Membership because you're more likely to get selected in the "first round" confirmations and then because it's seniority, you've got a great shot of sitting close/getting pit and no shot of getting lawn. Or is that a false assumption?

False assumption. Each night it's completely random on who gets tickets and who doesn't, and on seniority nights seats are THEN given out by seniority. But a first year member and a first day member have the same initial shot at getting tickets.

But choosing Best Available doesn't give you a better chance of making that first round, it only means you have a chance of getting lawn tickets if you DON'T get into that first round.

[ali815]

Oh my gosh. It's been a long week. I knew that but got confused reading the WH Guidelines because it said you have a better shot of getting confirmed by selecting Best Available. It just meant getting confirmed for the show altogether, not reserved like I made it seem in my head. :blush

Thank you for the clarification!!! :)

[McBong]

I wish everyone knew how much Vantage blows the rest of the campsites away...... You can walk about 100 feet and dive into the Columbia River.....There is cliff jumping right there too (for those who dare) ....and also, a full fledged market about 150 feet away....... The rest of the campsites are just refugee camps that resemble a dust bowl....... Vantage has an indoor swimming pool and also REAL BATHROOMS THAT ARE CLEAN!!! Peace!!!
Obviously you have never been to Wildhorse... Has some of the greenest plushy grass I have ever seen. The Cafe is the SHIT, free coffee, shots of Jager from Chef Jerry, and its open 2 hours AFTER the show!!! Free shuttle to and from the venue, it's only a mile out anyways. The Honey Buckets are cleaned DAILY!!! Hot showers, with cold showers too if you don't want to wait in line. I've been to Vantage but its vastly overrated. The river is nice, but it's not worth the hassle of having to drive over there and back, plus Wildhorse has everything you need food wise, and everybody stocks up on so much booze that people GIVE it away my Sunday.


Wherever the "ballas" are at....that's where I'm at
Wildhorse.

[PhishDMB]

I've stayed in Vantage and found it not cracked up to be everything everyone thinks it is. Is it cool to swim in the river? Hell yeah! But I'd take driving there during the day over having to drive 30min back and forth from the concert each night. Savage wants to get his drink on!


...not to mention the cops are brutal, and out in FULL force

[hoggdogg]

...not to mention the cops are brutal, and out in FULL force

true story.
thankfully, I have a sober friend that drives us to and fro. <3 that guy:D

[MUZZ]

wildhorse reserved :wave

[dmbforever]

Does anyone know how often the bus makes trips from the Wildhorse to the venue before and after the show??

[clwatt3]

I think the first bus was at 5, maybe a bit sooner. def before the gates open. After the show as soon as the bus is full it goes back unloads and come back to pick up more people. THe last bus waits awhile, maybe hour and a half after the show.

[dmbforever]

Thanks Chris, just was wondering as far as grabbing posters for the shows.

[wilsonjc]

Just booked my flight.

Trip looks a little something like this:

Sept 1 - Flight from Roanoke to Seattle, picking up rental car, exploring downtown Seattle, Mariners game
Sept 2 - More exploring of Seattle, Perhaps another Mariners game
Sept 3 - Gorge N1
Sept 4 - Gorge N2
Sept 5 - Gorge N3
Sept 6 - Day trip to Portland to explore (I've never been to the Pacific NW before and want to make the most of it)
Sept 7 - Dropping off rental car, flight from Seattle to Roanoke
Sept 8 - Back to work (booo)


Since this is my first Gorge trip and my GF will be with me I am probably gonna go the hotel route. No camping for me.

What do you seasoned Gorge goers think about this itinerary?

Also, how is the drive in and out to the Gorge if you are not camping? is it bad? I know the hotels are 30-45 minutes away but I'm talking more about the ease of getting into the venue and parking and such.

Interested in hearing all your thoughts.

[ali815]

The drive into the Gorge has always been easy as long as you get there decently early. The drive out is terror unless you leave early or buy premier pass - we always just buy it at as we drive in, no need to pre-purchase. Then you have your private exit at the end of the night and you're out of there in a few minutes.

[mxpxillini35]

Just FYI...I think there is a difference between Premier parking and VIP parking.

Premier you buy through ticketmaster and it lets you park close and get in early.

VIP parking lets you park just a tad closer, but you have your own entrance and exit. I'm not sure if you can get in early, but I would imagine that is the case. For the sake of these boards, it puts you closer to the merch booth mid-way down the hill...so you'd be one of the first at that booth...but you're screwed for the booth up at the very top of the venue...

I personally would take VIP if you can find it...but the premier is AT LEAST the way to go if you want to get on the road ASAP...