[xyzcf]

I would love to go to the Outer Banks!

[bookwrmmom]

Xyzcf, I really think the Outer Banks or VA Beach would be the best option for an in between place for people coming from the North or the South. I have seen several comment from as far north as NJ and as far south as GA. So if the beach is of interest then either of those and Wilmington, NC are good options.
Another I can can give input on lodging options for either Outer Banks (usually go a couple times a year) as well as Virginia Beach (from that area and still have ALOT of family there). I guess the next step is seeing when would be a good time for everyone. How soon or far out? Many are on fixed income so if everyone wants the beach sharing rooms, or waiting until after Labor Day (past peak season) are best. Either of those locations can still be expensive even when sharing a room depending on where you stay, especially if people want oceanfront rooms. Now I know the prices are much better at Outer Banks even if you are just across the beach road. Just depends on what everyone wants.

[Blindsided13]

I am interested as long it prior to aug 21 or after September

[DancingInTheRain]

I'm interested too! Just some info on the Wilmington NC area...
My sister and I are renting a beach house right on the ocean in the Topsail/Surf City area (about 15 miles from Wilmington). To rent this house with 5 bedrooms (sleeps 12) was just over $1,000.
We are using Ward Realty. There are other places closer to Wilmington but I think they're a bit pricier.
I'm in PA (close to Lancaster/Harrisburg/Baltimore MD).
Keep me posted:)

[bookwrmmom]

Ok so is we are going to do this we need to get the ball rolling. Let's start by getting some date suggestions.
For me personally the only dates that are a no go are July 4-13 or Sept 17-19 (however I will already be at the Outer Banks for work so.....this could be arranged).
I know many of us would be thrilled with the beach, but none of them are conveniently located to I-95 either 
So that is another question.....convenience or beach...that is the question as well. Does this need to be split between 2 meetings due to some being further north and some being further south. Ok friends let's get this party started with some actual plans being made!

[LearningIamOk]

I have vacation the week of Sept 15. I was considering driving to Ft Drum in upstate NY to visit my son in the Army. He might not be available so that week could work for me.

Beaches are always nice, but cities have plenty to do in them and I can tell you that just being together feels so good. All the meetups I have been involved in are not crying fests, but totally uplifting meeting such strong people. I guess I am voting for convenience.

[Medusa]

Late September might be a challenged for me due to work things as we have a huge audit likely in either late September or early October. We won't be told the dates for a month or so. Also, looks like I may be going on a cruise in November (if I can afford it).

I'm up for the beach or convenience. Have car will travel.

[OceanLady]

Hi all, I am in New Hampshire which is farther north than NJ and 1 hour north of Boston. Anyone vote for a meeting in mid to late July or sometime in August....when it is still warm on the upper east coast for either situation? N. Virginia is prolly 11 or 12 hours from me and NC is too far altogether for me to drive alone.  Maybe 2 meet-ups would work for those of us on the far north and south edges of the Atlantic.  I can drive to NY or NJ in 5 to 6 hours...a much easier drive for me. 

[forthetrees]

I am willing to host a gathering the first weekend of August- about one hour north of Philly.
I have room for 5 people in the house and plenty of room with folks willing to camp or stay in a building that has roof and windows and walls and electricity but no water.
Folks could arrive on the Th. before the weekend.
There are fireworks Fri. nite, tubing down the Delaware, chill in´on the patio and lots of good food.

[LearningIamOk]

FTT, if you are willing to host again, I would love to attend. I would only be able to stay from late Sat afternoon thru Sun. My job is a major impediment to my social life and hobbies.