POTN - Seattle Meet - March 31 and April 1

[coreypolis]

March 31 - Urban photography in Seattle
Time - 10AM
Location - Quest Field Parking Lot

alternatively 9:30am at MI Pres


We'll be doing some urban photography in Seattle, where ever we want to go. Pike Place, Pioneer Square, Iternational District, the Waterfront, Science Center, Space Needle, Freemont, Queen Anne, Gas Works . . . Where ever you want to go!








Here's my suggestion. Meet on MI and carpool and/or meet at Quest Field parking Lot

The reason why I suggest here is that its easy to find (stadiums are hard to miss), its relatively safe (my brother manages one of the bars next door) and that its convenient for where ever people want to go. Its blocks from the ITL district, pioneer square and the water front. Theres trolleys at the water front for those that want to do Pike Place. In the ITL district you can get a main line bus (ride free in downtown area) towards the space needle.

For those coming from the Eastside or that don't want to deal with parking, lets carpool.

Mercer Island Presbytarian parking lot (also a park and ride), 30 seconds off the freeway, easy to find, and 5 minutes from downtown Seattle.

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v721/viperx27/map1.jpg

For those that want to meet in Seattle, I suggest the Quest field open parking lot next to the king street station. Probably $10 for all day. There might be cheaper lots around to the south if you are frugal.

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v721/viperx27/map2.jpg

for the real penny pinchers you can try this area for free, usually only can't park there on game days, and the home opener isn't till Monday the 2nd.

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v721/viperx27/map3.jpg

[coreypolis]

April 1- NorthWest Trek
http://www.nwtrek.org/
Meet at NW Trek 9:45

[ibdb]

I'm in for Saturday. My primary areas of interest are probably Pioneer Square, Pike Place Market, the International District, and the waterfront (not necessarily in that order).

And the trolley is currently not running (at least according to their website), but they do have a free bus running a similar loop. Not nearly as photogenic, though. ;)

[dougbutch]

Count me in for NW Trek on 4/1. I can drive 2-3 others as well. I live in Gig Harbor and hope to go for the Seattle meet as well.

If someone needs a ride to NW Trek it will be the old "1st come 1st served." Let me know and we can arrange a meeting place. Seems this link is getting quite confusing, at least for me. Email direct at dougbutch@comcast.net

[T.D.]

April 1- NorthWest Trek
http://www.nwtrek.org/
Park is open 9:30 - 4pm

Running Count for 4/1 NW Trek. If you're bringing someone else let me know!
12 People as of 3/3 11am. 15 gets us a discount, 20 allows us to get special catering (I think)

coreypolis +1
Permagrin +2
Pepperoni +1
Tish
Burntbizzkit
Timbernet
Saravrose
Dougbutch

Count me in for NW Trek on 4/1.

[coreypolis]

Noted guys, it should be fun.

I emailed the park already to see if they can do anything more photo friendly for us. The have dedicated photo tour days, but unfortunetly it won't be on 4-1.

[pepperoni]

Thanks for the new thread. Check the sig.. ;)

:cool:

[Permagrin]

April 1- NorthWest Trek
http://www.nwtrek.org/
Park is open 9:30 - 4pm

Running Count for 4/1 NW Trek. If you're bringing someone else let me know!
13 People as of 3-5 8:30pm. 15 gets us a discount, 20 allows us to get special catering (I think)

coreypolis +1
Permagrin +2
Pepperoni +1
Tish
Burntbizzkit
Timbernet
Saravrose
Dougbutch
T.D.

Corey, it's back to Permagrin +1 (but that's a for sure thing). :)

[Digivaler]

Awesome idea. Count me in.
Now, I wish I have a 200mm len.
I hope my 24-70mm len will suffice.

[saravrose]

So, is that fifteen?.. yipeee.... I'm excited finally a valid reasont o escape the snow!!..

[puddlepirate44]

Sari, why are you up so early?

[saravrose]

Sari, why are you up so early?

I currently have a towel over my head, eating microwaved macaroni and cheese It's not chicken!! I have to go to work in half an hour... But, three more shifts and I shall never again operate on such extreme hours again!! :D :D .. The next time I plan on getting up at five in the morning shall be in Africa and my attitude will be much different.

sari

[puddlepirate44]

I currently have a towel over my head, eating microwaved macaroni and cheese It's not chicken!! I have to go to work in half an hour... But, three more shifts and I shall never again operate on such extreme hours again!! :D :D .. The next time I plan on getting up at five in the morning shall be in Africa and my attitude will be much different.

sari

:D:D :D

[rambler71]

Count me in +1 for the NWTrek day.

[Mark_Cohran]

I'm iffy for NW Trek (my wife is flying back from San Jose that day, but if I can get my daughter to pick her up from the airport, then I'm in).

Mark

[ibdb]

I know more of us are going to be in Seattle than just me and Corey. I'd probably drive him crazy trying to pick his brain, so for his sake, who's going to be there, and what areas are you interested in exploring? ;)

[timbernet]

I can't wait to go to Seattle, but I have no clue what I want to see ;-)

I don't really care for the Space Needle ... but I am open to anything.

[coreypolis]

I know more of us are going to be in Seattle than just me and Corey. I'd probably drive him crazy trying to pick his brain, so for his sake, who's going to be there, and what areas are you interested in exploring? ;)
So do I ;)


It wan't real clear from the other thread who was ctually going, and it really doesn't matter all that much, so I figure we can update the for sures as we go.

[coreypolis]

If its a nice day out some might be intrested in a harbour cruise. I think its an hour long, and ~$15. http://picasaweb.google.com/coreypolis/SeattleCruise

Theres the underground tour, but I haven't done that in atleast a decade, and doubt it really photographic friendly.

[burntbizzkit]

I'll be in Seattle on 3/31 :D

[saravrose]

If its a nice day out some might be intrested in a harbour cruise. I think its an hour long, and ~$15. http://picasaweb.google.com/coreypolis/SeattleCruise

Theres the underground tour, but I haven't done that in atleast a decade, and doubt it really photographic friendly.

I went to the underground tour.. and allthough it was entertaining and really interesting it might not be that great for photos... The cruise was great though i've done them both and enjoyed them both...

oh, and i'll be there.. :D :D

[Tish]

+ 1 for NWTrek--I'll bring my husband & his P&S. :lol:

I'm tentative for Seattle; will let you know as we get closer to the date.

[hard12find]

I'm in for 3/31 Seattle, plus easypic10D and one other.........
Pass on NW trek.....
How about 10 am at Quest Field??
Jim

[Mark_Cohran]

If its a nice day out some might be intrested in a harbour cruise. I think its an hour long, and ~$15. http://picasaweb.google.com/coreypolis/SeattleCruise

Theres the underground tour, but I haven't done that in atleast a decade, and doubt it really photographic friendly.

I did it a couple of years ago, and you're right, it's not very photographic friendly - but it's kind of fun.

Mark

[waffles]

I will be in Seattle.... given that I dont have to work.

[hard12find]

10 AM Quest Field, seattle urban photography, 3-31-2007 for Day 1 of the NW POTN Meet........Sound good to every one??

[coreypolis]

works for me

[Strayz]

If anyone wants to Drive from portland I am all for chipping in some cash. I think that would be about the only way I could make this, I just dont trust my car that far. :)

[<AkulA>]

Count me and my g/f in for both days! I'm excited!

[SeattleJerry]

I am not going to be able to make it. Need to work that weekend. Was looking forward to it as well. Hopefully I can make it the next time.
Have fun everyone.

SeattleJerry

[coreypolis]

"Hi Corey

Thank you for your inquiry about our photo tours, an option that we can give your group is to set up a private photo tour for your group. This, of course, would be contingent upon availability. Is April 1st your groups only available date? The cost for a private photo tour would be $450.00; the advantage of course, is that your group would be the only people on the tram and you could have more than 15 people. The reason we limit the number of people on the general public photo tours is when you get a group of photographers plus all their equipment on the tram space to spread out can be an issue.

Please let me know if this option is of interest to your group, if so, I will check on availability for a private photo tour. Tour times would probably be from 8-10am.

We would be thrilled if you wanted to share the images with us. I also wanted to let you know, this year NW Trek is sponsoring a photo contest (look for details on our web site at www.nwtrek.org ) there are categories for all levels of photographers.

Thank you for considering NW Trek and I look forward to working with you and your group. Hope to see you at Trek very soon!"

[coreypolis]

Yeah or nay?
I'm guess with more than 15 people, and many without long lenses, this is over kill, especially the price hike. Normal price is 11.50 IIRC, groups get in for $9, this is $30.

speaking of finances, the group rate has to be paid in advance (21 days). I'll ask her about what options we have.

[saravrose]

Yeah or nay?
I'm guess with more than 15 people, and many without long lenses, this is over kill, especially the price hike. Normal price is 11.50 IIRC, groups get in for $9, this is $30.

speaking of finances, the group rate has to be paid in advance (21 days). I'll ask her about what options we have.

I'll go with the majority on this one. Allthough it would be entertaining to have a space for ourselves since i've never been there before I can't judge if it would be worth it or necessary...

sari

[T.D.]

Yeah or nay?
I'm guess with more than 15 people, and many without long lenses, this is over kill, especially the price hike. Normal price is 11.50 IIRC, groups get in for $9, this is $30.

speaking of finances, the group rate has to be paid in advance (21 days). I'll ask her about what options we have.

Will they actually stop the tram for a photog group? If so, it's probably worth it.

Also, given that we picked opening weekend of the Washington Spring Break, it may be the only decent option for the tram.

[saravrose]

Will they actually stop the tram for a photog group? If so, it's probably worth it.

Also, given that we picked opening weekend of the Washington Spring Break, it may be the only decent option for the tram.

that's true.. I forgot that were going to be meeting on Spring Break so.. an extra twenty bucks a piece to have the run of the place?... not to mention not having to rub elbows with snotty nosed kids.

sari

[Permagrin]

Will they actually stop the tram for a photog group? If so, it's probably worth it.

Also, given that we picked opening weekend of the Washington Spring Break, it may be the only decent option for the tram.

AKK! say that is not true! (I thought we'd missed spring break...hmmm...have to re-think this...)

[saravrose]

AKK! say that is not true! (I thought we'd missed spring break...hmmm...have to re-think this...)

don't change your mind... :( :( ..

[T.D.]

AKK! say that is not true! (I thought we'd missed spring break...hmmm...have to re-think this...)

I looked it up on the Washington Board of Education website.... :confused::(

[saravrose]

it's not that big of a deal is it?... I mean for the Trek it's probably worth the extra cash for the private tour but for Seattle is it a big thing?... I mean that city is pretty large surely it can hold a group of photographers and some random kids?... we'll just skip the zoo...:cool:

[ibdb]

Definitely not an issue for Seattle unless you pick a big kid magnet, which I don't see as much of a threat. Trek may be another story. It's the opening weekend for Puyallup Schools break (one of the bigger districts in the Trek area), but as a weekend day, it may not make that much difference. Certainly the impact would be more apparent on a weekday.

As for the tram, I'm not going, so take this for what it's worth. For the typical photo weekends that they have from time to time, they remove some windows and stop the trams. I'd defer to Corey for knowledge on what they may do for a special group like POTN.

[coreypolis]

I dunno, it would be nice to have the tram to our selves, but I'm basing this around my own shooting style in that I wouldn't be using a tripod or need tons of space.

It is Sunday and they offered the tram ride in the morning, so you get the benefit of the church crowd and anyone that sleeps in not being there already. If we planned on taking the tram early regardless and just sweet talking them into letting us be all on our own tram, I don't see it as big of an issue. So I guess my vote is for ney, but I can be pursuaded.

I should also mention that the tram animals aren't my favorite, so its not as important to me, but I haven't been since oct. of 03

[<AkulA>]

Well how many people can we fit on one of those trams? The more we get, the cheaper it will be right? So if we could get enough people to make it even cheaper, that would be nice...

[Permagrin]

I dunno, it would be nice to have the tram to our selves, but I'm basing this around my own shooting style in that I wouldn't be using a tripod or need tons of space.

It is Sunday and they offered the tram ride in the morning, so you get the benefit of the church crowd and anyone that sleeps in not being there already. If we planned on taking the tram early regardless and just sweet talking them into letting us be all on our own tram, I don't see it as big of an issue. So I guess my vote is for ney, but I can be pursuaded.

I should also mention that the tram animals aren't my favorite, so its not as important to me, but I haven't been since oct. of 03

Mine either...I was thinking that for that price we'd have more than just a private tram ride...really that's not a great deal...we got pretty good shots taking the tram the normal way.

[coreypolis]

Let me throw one more thing out there. We're trying to go back to the Dominican Republic this summer for doing aid work. We're in the midst of our fund-raising, and looking at what we can do to help pay for the trip.

So I'm offering 1:1 teaching sessions on your choice of topic. Shooting, posing, lighting, printing, software, marketing, branding, getting clients, keeping clients, photo degrees, you name it.

You can do it Saturday or Sunday night, or if you're local really anytime will work.

It would be a tax deductible write off, and you'd be helping some really awesome people.

To see the images from the past 2 years, click HERE (http://polisphotography.com/Dominican/index.html)

[coreypolis]

Well how many people can we fit on one of those trams? The more we get, the cheaper it will be right? So if we could get enough people to make it even cheaper, that would be nice...
thats the thing, they only want 15 :confused:

the actual tram holds a lot of people, 2 per seat, 2 seats across, maybe 15 rosw per car, 3 cars per tram, give or take a few seats

[<AkulA>]

Thats silly, if we have the entire car to ourselves, what does it matter how many people we cram on there???

[coreypolis]

Thats silly, if we have the entire car to ourselves, what does it matter how many people we cram on there???
exactly. But thats there rule in print and in the email. In some ways its a make or break part of the deal. But maybe its something we can talk to them about. I'm guessing most spouces/friends won't be shooting at the same time

[hard12find]

@ $450.00 you would have to have 45 people just to get it to $10 per person...sounds like they are asking too much...if you can take the regular tram for $9.50

[T.D.]

If they take out the windows and actually stop the thing it would be a lot better than the regular. And if you don't have to put up with the tour guide yapping the ENTIRE time, that alone would be worth it. ;)

I'm guessing they have a car or two they use for this kind of thing. Two people per seat just isn't realistic with a camera bag and constantly moving from side to side to get the shots. This sounds like the way to go to me, even though it's more.

[saravrose]

If they take out the windows and actually stop the thing it would be a lot better than the regular. And if you don't have to put up with the tour guide yapping the ENTIRE time, that alone would be worth it. ;)

I'm guessing they have a car or two they use for this kind of thing. Two people per seat just isn't realistic with a camera bag and constantly moving from side to side to get the shots. This sounds like the way to go to me, even though it's more.

It sounds like you've been there and are familiar with what it's like...

[T.D.]

It sounds like you've been there and are familiar with what it's like...


I was there in November 2006 (or was it December?).

[<AkulA>]

Hell, they should park it for the real good stuff and let us get out and shoot for that price!

[pepperoni]

Am I the only one that's willing to pay it?
I think it's worth it. If we want the tram to stop for a minute, they most likely will. If the action is on the other side of the tram from where you're at, you'll have to squeeze in between the family sitting on the good side to get a shot. With more room, and with a bunch of us all after the same thing, that wouldn't be a problem.

$.02

[rambler71]

I am willing to pay as well.... but it would probably only be me not my +1

[jessiper]

Bummer, I just booked a wedding for the 31st. :(

[coreypolis]

Bummer, I just booked a wedding for the 31st. :(
you can still come fo the 1st ;)

[saravrose]

I'm willing to pay it. this is my vacation...;) .. so, i'm cool with splurging a little. and hey, maybe this could make the difference between so-so shots or ones that are worth all the time and effort to get there... :cool: ..

sari

[daletu]

I am new on this board...but please count me in for both days!
I live in Bellevue, can take 3 more people in my car if you need carpool. :)

[hard12find]

Welcome to the forum Dale...looking forward to meeting you.
Jim

[dougbutch]

I think $30-40 for our own tram is very reasonalbe. Count me in. I did not see in their web site that the # was limited to only 15...

Money aside, NW Trek is able to provide folks like us, adults/kids opportunities to be "up close and personal" with a varity of wild life. Without a facility such as this many people would never see a wild animal in their natural habitat.

My .02

[timbernet]

Hell, they should park it for the real good stuff and let us get out and shoot for that price!

Yeah! I am going, and am willing to pay whatever, but it would be nice if they worked with us a bit...

[HighPixel]

This sounds like it would be very fun! Being a newb, I've never been to one....
I'll see if my weekend is open...Just don't want to be shown-up by all the "high $" equipment most of you have in your cam bags..:(

[<AkulA>]

Its not about the gear - its about the people! Nobody cares about the glass, it's who's BEHIND the glass! Just come to have fun! Heck, I'm a noob with semi-nice gear - I should be MORE ashamed, LOL. It's my first meet too, hope to see ya there!

[Digivaler]

Sounds like it will be lots of fun. I'm still in

[saravrose]

This sounds like it would be very fun! Being a newb, I've never been to one....
I'll see if my weekend is open...Just don't want to be shown-up by all the "high $" equipment most of you have in your cam bags..:(

Please come. don't be intimidated by the L's...we were all new once.. Besides, I have your Tammy's first cousin in my kit.. ;)

sari

[timbernet]

Okay - so just confirming - we are going to meet up at Qwest Field @ 10am? Maybe some of us will be there earlier for breakfast or whatever - but the main event starts at 10?

[ibdb]

That's been my impression.

[SLIGHTLY]

Me plus one for both days. Can't wait =)

[Digivaler]

Anyone know a good place to rent a len for a day? How much does it cost?

[coreypolis]

Anyone know a good place to rent a len for a day? How much does it cost?
optechs and glazers. glazers has the bigger and better selection, but requires a full deposit, optechs is half, but only have the 300 f4 and 400 5.6

[pixelmama]

Check out Glazer's in Seattle http://www.glazerscamera.com/

[burntbizzkit]

Check out Glazer's in Seattle http://www.glazerscamera.com/

I'm calling them tomorrow for something for NW Trek... you guys better not have already reserved all the good stuff!! :D

[Digivaler]

LOL I'm calling them first thing tomorrow morning.

Thanks everyone!

[Digivaler]

$1,800 deposit... T.T

Can I wrap the len with bubble wrap? LOL

[coreypolis]

$1,800 deposit... T.T

Can I wrap the len with bubble wrap? LOL
what did you get? they want a $5k deposit for a 300 2.8

[MorrieC]

I've been following this posting and would like to join for the group for March 31st outing. So count me in.

NW Trek is a great place but at this time I have to pass on NW Trek.

See you on the 31st.

Morrie

[Digivaler]

what did you get? they want a $5k deposit for a 300 2.8

I haven't got it yet. Just talked with a sale rep at Optechs. I haven't pull the trigger just yet. I'm in the process of getting a slightly used 70-200mm f2.8L IS from my friend's co-worker. If I don't get it, I would probably rent one from Optechs.

[saravrose]

how long do you think we'll need for the Trek?...

[timbernet]

how long do you think we'll need for the Trek?...

One week...

[saravrose]

One week...

haha... if we have a day what is the ideal focal length for the trek?..

[Permagrin]

haha... if we have a day what is the ideal focal length for the trek?..

Chuck will work great in the preditor area. On the tram you can be pretty close to the animals (read that as they can come right up to the tram or be in a field farther away)...I use my 24-105 on it.

[HighPixel]

Since this is a local event, this would be the best place to ask this question...Does anyone know of a local Tokina Dealer. I want to try the 12-24 Af Pro DX before I buy...
Thanks,
Ron

[<AkulA>]

I'll let ya try on my Sigma 10-20 LoL

[mabas9395]

I can't make it that weekend, so I hope this is just the first of many NW Meets.

[Tish]

Hey Corey!

So what's the final verdict? Private tram or the usual tour for NW Trek?

Nancy & Dan would like to come along as well--I need to check to see if they're bringing her young daughter too. Do we have room for two or three more if we're going private tour?

[waffles]

I just found out that I don't have to work that entire weekend. Count me in. If anyone wants to carpool from the Bremerton area, or just ride the ferry across together and walk, send me a message.

[pepperoni]

It's getting closer. Better get those lenses dusted off and polished up. :D

Just a FIY, Nash (Rambler71) and I will be in Portland tomorrow braving the elements shooting the 8-hour endurance race at PIR. Anyone interested in meeting up for a cold, wet handshake, feel free to send me a PM this evening.

[b00ty]

Count me in on Saturday! I'm way excited to meet some POTN'ers :)

[saravrose]

so, my cousin and little girl have decided to drive up with me.. they'll spend Saturday at the zoo and maybe the beach.. But, they'd both like to go to the Trek on Sunday. so, it will be me plus two.

sari

[Permagrin]

yes we're meeting up with our daughter/boyfriend so we've got an extra 2 as well.

[Digivaler]

I'm sorry guys... I got lost in the thread. When is the Seattle downtown meet? And when is the Trek meet?

BTW, checkout the urban section in the next hour or so. I did my first pano shot this morning at 7:00 am!!! :)

[timbernet]

Aww man, the weather isn't looking too great for that weekend... The 10-day only gets to the 27th, so I am hoping it all changes by the time the 31st comes, but it is looking like showers right now... :-(

[ibdb]

I'm sorry guys... I got lost in the thread. When is the Seattle downtown meet? And when is the Trek meet?

BTW, checkout the urban section in the next hour or so. I did my first pano shot this morning at 7:00 am!!! :)
See page 1 - first post in this thread. ;)

[ibdb]

Aww man, the weather isn't looking too great for that weekend... The 10-day only gets to the 27th, so I am hoping it all changes by the time the 31st comes, but it is looking like showers right now... :-(
If there wasn't at least some chance of showers, it wouldn't be Seattle.

Today was supposed to be wet and cloudy all day -- maybe a few minutes of sunshine. It ended up being great -- partly cloudy with lots of sunshine all day. Who knows. . .

[<AkulA>]

Check out the rain gear thread here! http://photography-on-the.net/forum/showthread.php?t=290551 - I use the optechs, they are great, but if you keep your hand in the plastic, it gets all muggy and full of condensation, better than direct rain I guess!

[dougbutch]

Has anyone followed up on the tram for NW Treck. Hopefully the decision was made to get one just for us. I don't believe I've seen when/where the group plans to meet.

[pepperoni]

Has anyone followed up on the tram for NW Treck. Hopefully the decision was made to get one just for us. I don't believe I've seen when/where the group plans to meet.


x2

:cool:

[dunnenick]

Hey everyone!
I am new. I just registered. Can I come the the Seattle Meeting on 3/31? And is it ok if a buddy of mine comes, but he has a Nikon.

[<AkulA>]

Sure thing - the meetups are open to anybody who wants to come! Your friend is welcome as well, but he might get a bit of good-natured ribbing for being a Nikon owner! ^^

[Digivaler]

hmm... Mc Ribs... never had those for awhile. Sorry guys got a little sided tracked. Didn't have lunch today.

More the merrier.

[phred426]

I'm friends with Jim (hard12find) and I'm a tentitive show for the 31st in Seattle (weather permitting). I too am quite new to this forum. Meeting a group of "shooters" sounds like a very good idea.

Thanks Jim for the invitation!

[<AkulA>]

Heya Fred, Welcome! Jim is my uncle, LoL - nice to meet ya!

[dougbutch]

I haven't seen any more comments from folks going to NW Trek on 4/1. I changed my schedule around so I could go. Sooo if anyone is interested let me know.

[<AkulA>]

Looks like the first couple of posts on the thread haven't been updated in about a week. Hopefully we can get a tally of all that's going to be there!

[Chandler.]

I was planning on coming to the Seattle portion, but I just got asked to a school dance for that day :(

I can't make it for NW Trek either.

[hard12find]

From the looks of this popular thread, this will be only the second of many NW POTN meets, Bill and Mark Cohren had the first last year......looks like better turn out this year, I am estimating between 30 and 40 for Seattle. Looking forward to meeting everyone, new and old.....
Jim

[jkloef]

Count me in for seattle on saturday! I am game for anywhere. So just to be sure....saturday march 31st Qwest field at 10am? Do we have an organized itinerary or are we just going with the flow?

[timbernet]

March 31 - Urban photography in Seattle
Time - 10AM
Location - Quest Field Parking Lot



We'll be doing some urban photography in Seattle, where ever we want to go. Pike Place, Pioneer Square, Iternational District, the Waterfront, Science Center, Space Needle, Freemont, Queen Anne, Gas Works . . . Where ever you want to go!

Who is coming: (let us know)
Corey Polis
ibdb
Mark Cohran
Timbernet
Burntbizzkit
saravrose
hard12find
easypic10D +1
waffles
<Akula>
daletu


Tish?



Okay Corey - less than a week untill the day - anything else we need to know? Any new updates?

[Digivaler]

You can count me in.

[RedHotLama]

I want to come but i need to get my taxes done that morning. So maybe i will try to find you all later.

[ibdb]

Okay Corey - less than a week untill the day - anything else we need to know? Any new updates?
Weathermen are a little more consistent in their forecasts -- mostly sticking with partly sunny with a chance of showers. Could be a little cool, though. High temp was below 50 on the forecast I just saw.

Anyone, local or not so local, have any specific places on their must go lists? I'm probably going to try to get to the Market early, then head back to Quest Field to meet up with everybody. I'd like to wander around Pioneer Square and maybe the International District -- but other than the Market, nothing's certain.

[rambler71]

This is the site I *kinda* trust as far as weather is concerned....

http://www.wunderground.com/cgi-bin/findweather/getForecast?query=98104

[Permagrin]

Corey (I hope he's still subscribed to this thread...), as far as NW Trek goes, I don't think we have a meeting place or time. It opens at 9:30, closes at 4.

[Kevin034]

count me + the wife in for the following, plese let me know what the meeting point and time are when decided. Thanks.

April 1- NorthWest Trek

[b00ty]

Well, If the weather is going to be as nice as it is today this is going to be an awesome meet! :D

[coreypolis]

ok guys, sorry I haven't been around, but I didn't know I was in charge of all of it.

March 31 -Seattle
10am Quest Field or 9:30am at MI pres (we can get starbucks and/or noahs bagels if you're intrested. I'm not sure how much of the day I can be there, so if someone else can take this on that would be great.

April 1 -NW Trek
9:45am
Open to all, there were some that were afraid of the price tag, and I didn’t see 15 that were dead set on it, so I passed. I think it’ll still go really well and be a lot of fun, and the tram is only about 30-60 minutes of the day.

Could be some great photo ops of Mt. Rainier in the morning, might leave a bit of time to pull over along the way

[davidgr]

ok guys, sorry I haven't been around, but I didn't know I was in charge of all of it.

Well of course you're in charge, you started the thread didn't you? :D

Okay, so 10am Sat at Quest Field. How about we meet near the north ticket windows? It will be obvious that we're a bunch of photog's standing around waiting for somebody, huh? :D LOL
I might be coming, along with maybe my daughter.
Weather looks iffy...30% chance of showers...but that's 36 hours away. LOL

[ibdb]

Corey - I think you seemed "official" because you contacted Trek and have been responsible enough to tell people where to go (and I mean that in a good way). ;)

I can't remember from all the various profiles of people coming on Saturday, but if there are folks from out of the area who have any questions, or if anyone feels the need to make a more concrete plan (my wife and oldest son are quite "type A," so I understand :D ), now's your last chance.

[saravrose]

Hi folks.. Okay for a complete turnaround I came home last night... well technically I started driving yesterday and pulled into Boise about an hour ago... I was chatting with my cousin and she's decided that she wants to go to Seattle after all.. Soo suprise of suprises it looks like we'll be in Seattle... The plan is to drive up tomorrow and stay on Queen Anne for the weekend.. So, if nobody minds a bit of a late entry add three more for this weekend.

sari

[coreypolis]

Its kinda hard, especially with saturday since everyone wants to do something different. I think it'll work, but those type A's better ask some questions :)

Weather is awesome today, not as warm as I'd like, but shorts and birkenstocks were more than enough . . . oh wait, I wear them even when its snowing, hmmm

[coreypolis]

of course you're welcome to come sari

[coreypolis]

ok, so if you do plan on coming to MI Pres and carpooling (and especially if you need a ride hint hint) speak up.

[ibdb]

Hi folks.. Okay for a complete turnaround I came home last night... well technically I started driving yesterday and pulled into Boise about an hour ago... I was chatting with my cousin and she's decided that she wants to go to Seattle after all.. Soo suprise of suprises it looks like we'll be in Seattle... The plan is to drive up tomorrow and stay on Queen Anne for the weekend.. So, if nobody minds a bit of a late entry add three more for this weekend.

sari
I promise not to point my camera your way -- wouldn't want to risk scaring you all the way back to San Diego again. :lol::lol::lol:

[ibdb]

Its kinda hard, especially with saturday since everyone wants to do something different. I think it'll work, but those type A's better ask some questions :)

I just know that I'll be eager to start wandering (which is why I'm almost certainly going to go to the market early Saturday before heading over to Quest Field), and as much fun as it will be to visit with everyone, I don't want to end up standing around doing too much of the "What do you want to shoot? I don't know, what do you want to shoot?" dance. :lol: Guess a little of that "type A" is rubbing off on me. :oops:

[coreypolis]

I just know that I'll be eager to start wandering (which is why I'm almost certainly going to go to the market early Saturday before heading over to Quest Field), and as much fun as it will be to visit with everyone, I don't want to end up standing around doing too much of the "What do you want to shoot? I don't know, what do you want to shoot?" dance. :lol: Guess a little of that "type A" is rubbing off on me. :oops:
mini doughnuts from the market are on ibdb everyone ;)

[pepperoni]

Saturday is out for me, so should the Sunday group say 9:45am AT NW Trek?

[b00ty]

Its kinda hard, especially with saturday since everyone wants to do something different. I think it'll work, but those type A's better ask some questions :)

Weather is awesome today, not as warm as I'd like, but shorts and birkenstocks were more than enough . . . oh wait, I wear them even when its snowing, hmmm


Yeah No kidding...I hope saturday is like this! It will be an awesome day of shooting if so.

[coreypolis]

Saturday is out for me, so should the Sunday group say 9:45am AT NW Trek?
opps, yeah. otherwise you won't get there till noon probably

[ibdb]

And this traffic advisory to those of you headed to Trek: Traffic on Meridian (aka 161), the road you'll likely travel for a while once you get off of highway 512, can be a pain. If you're headed out there for opening time, it probably won't be an issue for you, but any later, and on your return trip out of Trek, you might want to give yourself some extra time.

Any other questions about that general area - fire away - I live there. :cool:

[Permagrin]

We may not make the "meeting time" but we'll be there...some of you know what we look like so we're bound to meet up eventually :)

[timbernet]

YAY! I can't wait for this weekend!

[Mark_Cohran]

Unfortunately, I'm not going to make it this weekend, but I do hope you all have a great time. Don't forget to post some photos once it's all said and done!

Mark

[ibdb]

Sorry to hear that, Mark. And after all the work you did getting our collective acts together. :(

You do realize that, by my count, this only leaves one of the Boring Boys to represent Oregon on Saturday. You're really sure you're comfortable with that? ;):lol:

[saravrose]

well i'm coming. My cousin is going to play it by ear.. if Abby-girl is feeling up to it they'll more than likely join us for the wandering around stuff.. I also need to take a closer look at this thread and see what the whole plan is.. but, if anybody would like to give me a re-cap on Saturday and Sunday just let me know..

sari

[ibdb]

well i'm coming. My cousin is going to play it by ear.. if Abby-girl is feeling up to it they'll more than likely join us for the wandering around stuff.. I also need to take a closer look at this thread and see what the whole plan is.. but, if anybody would like to give me a re-cap on Saturday and Sunday just let me know..

sari
Corey's updated post #1 and #2 in this thread with times and places. No one, besides me (???) has really expressed much of a preference for where they'd prefer to go on Saturday. If you have any specific questions, fire away. :mrgreen:

[saravrose]

Corey's updated post #1 and #2 in this thread with times and places. No one, besides me (???) has really expressed much of a preference for where they'd prefer to go on Saturday. If you have any specific questions, fire away. :mrgreen:

off the top of my head Pikes Market, china town, Pioneer Square, or the Space Needle.. Or, we could all be completely cheesy and go to the zoo. ;) . i'm pretty easy going i've only been there once in recent years so it's all pretty new to me.

sari

[<AkulA>]

The area around the Science Center and EMP (Experience Music Project) would make for good photos. Theres also a huge fountain in the area that might be cool - I can't remember the name of it off the top of my head, but there was a huge flower memorial set up there after 9/11

[hard12find]

Pike Place market, the waterfront near the coleman ferry docks, science center/emp/space needle/key arena, all pretty close in......should be able to cover all of this area in a couple of hours.....
keeping my fingers crossed for good weather for at least part of the day....
Jim

[pixelmama]

I will be joining the group on Saturday for a fun filled day of urban photography unfortunately I won't be able to make it to NW Trek on Sunday.

[pepperoni]

The forecast looks good for the Saturday group... not so much for Sunday. :rolleyes:

[Mark_Cohran]

Sorry to hear that, Mark. And after all the work you did getting our collective acts together. :(

You do realize that, by my count, this only leaves one of the Boring Boys to represent Oregon on Saturday. You're really sure you're comfortable with that? ;):lol:

I'm sure Oregon will be rep'd quite well. I'd love to come, but we've got a minor famiily emergency that has to be dealt with this weekend. We'll have to do a landscape meet later in the year when it's nice and warm. :)

Mark

[Permagrin]

I'm sure Oregon will be rep'd quite well. I'd love to come, but we've got a minor famiily emergency that has to be dealt with this weekend. We'll have to do a landscape meet later in the year when it's nice and warm. :)

Mark

I'm also sorry you aren't going to make it Mark. One of these days we'll run into one another. Hope your emergency is taken care of painlessly!

[daletu]

Anyone need carpool?!
I live in Factoria, can take three people who live in Bellevue, Issaquah area.
If you need carpool, let me know! :)

[Permagrin]

I'm concerned about the weather. On Sat. in Seattle the rain possibility is up to 53% and in Eatonville on Sunday the rain factor is up to 60%.

[jkloef]

I won't be making this one. This summer would be a great time to do another outing! The weather would probably be a bit better. :) Have fun!

[daletu]

looks like the weather is not doing us a favor.
i will still get up early tomorrow, if it rains heavy, i may skip this one as well. :(

still looking forward to have a good weather for the wild animal park though.

[b00ty]

I checked the forecast, In the morning it's a chance of rain but later in the day it's supposed to clear up.

[<AkulA>]

Actually, from the looks of things, Saturday in Seattle looks better weather wise than Sunday at NW Trek!

[hard12find]

Myself and easypic 10 d will be on our way soon....a little wet this am in Olympia, however the forcast calls for clearing.....
Jim

[Permagrin]

Well the rain for Sunday is now 70% at Eatonville (according to whr.noah.gov) so we've decided to opt out...it's a very long trip for us to end up in the rain. I hope you all have a great time and enjoy meeting others from POTN!