Originally Posted by chattiesmom (Post 2078444)

I will support the meetup no matter where it is located and whether or not I can attend. For the good of the group, so to speak. I think that ONLY those people who are serious about attending should have a say so about the location/venue, and each person should be willing to help support the event. :D

Originally Posted by chattiesmom (Post 2078444)

I have read every single post and what I am about to say may upset a lot of people but here goes anyway.

In order for the meet up to be successful it has to be in a location/venue that is going to be "doable" for the largest number of members. I WANT to be part of the next meet-up - I was not able to participate this year, mainly because of issues with my leg. I have my preferences of what type of atmosphere would be most pleasant for ME, but this isn't about ME it's about a huge group of people with diversified interests and needs.

I will support the meetup no matter where it is located and whether or not I can attend. For the good of the group, so to speak. I think that ONLY those people who are serious about attending should have a say so about the location/venue, and each person should be willing to help support the event. That is why I mentioned a small $10 fee to participate in the selection process once a list of possible locations has been determined. This would help weed out a lot of people who don't really plan to attend anyway and help defer unexpected costs. I mean, most of us are willing to blow that much on an impulse purchase, why not put it to work for the greater good of helping a lot of people. I also think that the selection process should be made by donating members - those members that have made a commitment to YT.

If it were just all about ME, I would like to rent a resort that also has cabins and camping. It would be so awesome to sit around a campfire with our babies and talk and laugh and sing "campfire songs". To relax and let loose, not wear makeup or bother about "looking pretty" just to be ME. I know a lot of people would think I have lost my marbles, but if the meetup was just about me that is what I would prefer. There are places I would rather NOT go, but I won't refuse or be mad if one of those locations are chosen. Anyway I guess I've said enough :D

Originally Posted by 2blkcatsmom (Post 2078525)

i also think you should pay to vote then you know who is for real about going

Originally Posted by LuvMySissy (Post 2076494)

My personal vote would be for San Diego or NYC - both are very dog friendly cities. NY is definitely more expensive, but CA is not. Hotels in the San Diego region are priced just like anywhere else and the whether is fairly constant and not ungodly hot either. Food and shopping is also just like other areas, though there are some really great specialty boutiques. Also, in that area - usually the most you may have to deal with is wildfires and they tend to stay more northern than San Diego.

Vegas is definitely NOT a dog friendly city. I've never been to the Tampa area, so I can't really comment on that. But, I think Orlando is overdone and the various attractions (Disney, Sea World, Universal) are definitely not dog friendly. Chicago would be really fun and you always have the option of the lake front also. An East Coastish destination such as West Virginia might also be nice, just not a city I'm familiar with. I also think Nashville would be a great location.

But, for me - ultimately it doesn't matter where the next one is as I plan to be there regardless!!!!!!!!!!

Originally Posted by Izzy Princess (Post 2078493)

Amen Jodie.

Just my two cents...look at all the YTers who said they were coming to this meetup and didn't (wasn't it like over 200 people jumped on the band wagon and we ended up with 40:confused:). We were so worried that Lisa would be getting stuck paying the hotel fees and thank goodness that the Holiday Inn was so gracious to work with her and no monies came out of her pocket to pay for those not going).

I, too, understand that things happen and the economy is sucking right now and Lord knows what could happen in a year but perhaps once a location is determined then you take registration deposits and see who for sure is going and then you decide on your hotel.

I still like the Nashville/Tenn area though as well as San Diego!!! Two places I have never been to but would like to. :D

Originally Posted by daisy mae06 (Post 2077272)

I would also Like to Put Out here My Idea......


I think It would be great to take over a camp ground......

One that has Cabins for those that don't like to Tent camp and also

electric for the ones who need it.

I think that would make it FUN and more affordable for more people.

I think the cost is what held many from attending the KC one.

Originally Posted by Izzy Princess (Post 2076355)

We need to pick a place that is:

Dog friendly
Cost effective
Fun with things to do (like doggie parks, doggie bakeries, shopping, outdoor eating)

So, I like San Diego, Nashville, Chicago (maybe NYC).

Originally Posted by Tnyorkiemom (Post 2078704)

Nashville has all the pluses we are looking for
1. it has a Drury Inn
2. Major Airport (which is less than 2 mile for the Drury Inn)
3. very Pet -friendly (from what i have been told)
4. Lots of places that would be big enough for every to meet up and have
room for the furbabies

Prices in Nashville are pretty competitive with other places being mentioned

Originally Posted by marcerella02 (Post 2078715)

i would LOVE to go to Nashville!

Originally Posted by 2blkcatsmom (Post 2078737)

so who is the one organizing

Originally Posted by chattiesmom (Post 2077833)

I agree 100%. I would love to have a relaxed meetup with lots and lots of time to just sit and visit. With a lot of activities going on, places to go and things to do, people just don't "visit" as much. If I am going to come to a meetup I want to have time to meet and get to know as many of my beloved YT members as possible.

Originally Posted by Tnyorkiemom (Post 2077838)

i agree that we need to be in a venue that will allow for alot of together time to just sit and "shut the breeze"....but i have a problem with the camping idea ...and the problem is this................some people are getting "up" in age ....now notice i didnt say that nasty three letter word...but camping can be hard on the best healthy wise people...and some couldnt come if they didnt have refrigeration(ie...meds) and such.....and lets face it camping is fun but it can be a little uncomfortable..........JMO ..but i think it would be best to have it in a place that we could be close to a big park with possibly a pavillion (for possibly a monster cookout)and all stay at the same hotel with access to a huge room that all can enjoy......you can still have activities...just not so many as to take up most of the time......again JMO

Originally Posted by chattiesmom (Post 2078444)

I have read every single post and what I am about to say may upset a lot of people but here goes anyway.

In order for the meet up to be successful it has to be in a location/venue that is going to be "doable" for the largest number of members. I WANT to be part of the next meet-up - I was not able to participate this year, mainly because of issues with my leg. I have my preferences of what type of atmosphere would be most pleasant for ME, but this isn't about ME it's about a huge group of people with diversified interests and needs.

I will support the meetup no matter where it is located and whether or not I can attend. For the good of the group, so to speak. I think that ONLY those people who are serious about attending should have a say so about the location/venue, and each person should be willing to help support the event. That is why I mentioned a small $10 fee to participate in the selection process once a list of possible locations has been determined. This would help weed out a lot of people who don't really plan to attend anyway and help defer unexpected costs. I mean, most of us are willing to blow that much on an impulse purchase, why not put it to work for the greater good of helping a lot of people. I also think that the selection process should be made by donating members - those members that have made a commitment to YT.

If it were just all about ME, I would like to rent a resort that also has cabins and camping. It would be so awesome to sit around a campfire with our babies and talk and laugh and sing "campfire songs". To relax and let loose, not wear makeup or bother about "looking pretty" just to be ME. I know a lot of people would think I have lost my marbles, but if the meetup was just about me that is what I would prefer. There are places I would rather NOT go, but I won't refuse or be mad if one of those locations are chosen. Anyway I guess I've said enough :D

Originally Posted by marcerella02 (Post 2078715)

i would LOVE to go to Nashville!

Originally Posted by patty58 (Post 2078811)

OK, I'll give my opinion too. I like the idea of Tn. or San Antonio but I also like the idea of a lodge/campground. Speaking from my experience in KC, I really missed out on getting to know some of the people who attended because the time went by so fast. If we were in a more relaxed atmosphere, like Cindy said, we could get to know each other better. There are some beautiful lodges/camping areas in Branson, Missouri. From my experience, it is dog friendly and there is lots to do. We have stayed at Big Cedar Lodge before and it is beautiful with cabins and lodges.

Originally Posted by daisy mae06 (Post 2078787)

Ok Here is what I would like to State .. My opinion......



I think it should be up to the members that attended the last meet up to choose the next location.. I think it is really only fare to the ones who did go to the first one :D

Originally Posted by chattiesmom (Post 2078822)

I think that this is a fantastic idea :) It would also help eliminate some of the confusion.