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Pigeon Forge, TN....Hudsons in the Heartland Meet
  • BJ__TNBJ__TN
    Posts: 1,211Platinum Member
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    I know that many of You are getting ready for OKC and the Nationals, but if you can't make the Nationals remember that The Hudsons in the Heartland Meet will be held Oct. 27-29. Will be a lot cooler and You have Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg to Explore!
    As in the past, the meet will be held at the Vacation Lodge. Located at traffic light #7, in the Heart of Pigeon Forge, TN. Come join the Smoky Mountain Heartland Chapter and the Mid-South Chapter as we celebrate with our Hudsons and Our friends, New, Old, and some that we haven't even met yet.
    Call the Vacation Lodge at either their, Toll Free # at 1-800-468-1988 or Locally at 1-865-453-2640 and make Your reservations. Ask for Kathy and make sure to tell them You are with the Hudson Club. I know that times are hard for everyone but, If You can't make the nationals, come be with us.
    Mr. Banker and the staff have gone, above and beyond our expectations to help Us make this meet, a success. There will be music and a lot of fellowshiping to enjoy. You can go 5 short miles back into Sevierville and visit the Floyd Garrett muscle Car Museum, or the Warbirds Museum, Next to the airport in Sevierille, or cross the mountains into Cherokee NC to visit Harrah's Casino or just take in the beauty of the Great Smoky Mountains and Check out the Cherokee Indian reservation and the Arts and Crafts offered there. Hope to see you there!
    Bob Hickson
  • HudzillaHudzilla
    Posts: 1,283Platinum Member
    A great meet . A great location Bob.
  • BJ__TNBJ__TN
    Posts: 1,211Platinum Member
    Hudzilla wrote:
    A great meet . A great location Bob.
    Thanks Lance. Also a shameless bump!
    Bob
  • KdancyKdancy
    Posts: 1,056Platinum Member
    My wife and I made our first one last year. We thoroughly enjoyed the meet and entertainment!
    Kerry
    Wellborn, Florida
    http://s294.beta.photobucket.com/user/studebaker2/library/
  • bobdriveshudsonbobdriveshudson
    Posts: 582Platinum Member
    Bumped again and have reservations for this year, we'll be there.
    Thanks, Bob Parks
  • BJ__TNBJ__TN
    Posts: 1,211Platinum Member
    Judy and I will be there, God willing. I'm going to try to get GWEN there this year also. I need to get her out of the garage and cleaned up. I've been starting her every other week, but haven't been able to drive her. I may have to get my Son or my Neighbor to drive her over there. My heart condition effects how much I can drive. Especially w/o power steering. We will be there Friday Morning.
    See You there!
    Bob Hickson
  • Sunset Classics
    Posts: 103Hitchhiker
    I'll be there, too ... but Billy, the 800 number is wrong ... it's -1998, not -1988. -1988 gets you a nice lady in Santa Barbara, CA. She said to tell you "Hi" !!
  • Kevin C.Kevin C.
    Posts: 409Platinum Member
    Now that we are both retired Judy and I are hoping to make the meet this year. Everyone we have talked to has said that it is a terrific meet.:woohoo:


    Kevin C.
  • BJ__TNBJ__TN
    Posts: 1,211Platinum Member
    Thanks Park, Looks like my dislexia kicked in again. I appreciate You catching that. It is now correct.
    Bob Hickson
  • SuperDaveSuperDave
    Posts: 2,365Platinum Member
    We missed last year. First time in four years.darn it... We are trying to make it this year.. For Campers, there are several camp grounds near by and the KOA is within walking distance across the street from the Motel. Lots of pull through spaces this time of year .:)
  • BJ__TNBJ__TN
    Posts: 1,211Platinum Member
    Dave,I hope to be there God willing. Judy and I will be in room 212 up next to the Hospitality Room.
    Bob
  • SuperDaveSuperDave
    Posts: 2,365Platinum Member
    BJ__TN wrote:
    Dave,I hope to be there God willing. Judy and I will be in room 212 up next to the Hospitality Room.
    Bob
    I know... You just want to be near the refreshments.. :S
  • BJ__TNBJ__TN
    Posts: 1,211Platinum Member
    Where did the Lone Ranger take his trash? To the dump, To the dump, To the dump,dump,dump.
    Mainly just a shameless bump
  • Sunset Classics
    Posts: 103Hitchhiker
    Another Bump , But this time it's not shameless. We do have a great time as anyone that has been there can attest to. We have had Great Weather, Cold Weather, Rainy Weather. Everybody just makes a good time out of any circumstance. Come Join Us and See for Yourself.....
    Looking forward to seeing old friends and making new ones. so get your reservations now!
    Bob Hickson
  • faustmbfaustmb
    Posts: 1,102Platinum Member
    This will be our 4th? year there, always a great time. I hope to have both Hudson there this year, but I may need to recruit a driver :)
  • hotrodwenchhotrodwench
    Posts: 17Hitchhiker
    :kiss: My favorite car in my favorite place! I definitly want to come!
  • BJ__TNBJ__TN
    Posts: 1,211Platinum Member
    I haven't talked to Kathy at the Vacation Lodge in a while, BUT, We usually fill the Host motel ( VACATION LODGE )so maybe You should get Your reservations soon. Phone #s are in the first post of this thread.
    Bob Hickson
  • hudsn47hudsn47
    Posts: 112Senior Contributor
    We are going, driving the Pacemaker from Huntsville, AL. Looking forward to meeting everyone and going to Dollywood!!
  • BJ__TNBJ__TN
    Posts: 1,211Platinum Member
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    BUMP,BUMP,BUMP Hope to see everyone there!
    Bob Hickson
  • dave sdave s
    Posts: 1,178Moderator
    Mitzi & I will be there for entire week. Just confirmed our reservations from October 23 to 31. We really enjoy Smokie Mountains and need a few more days than meet provides.:)
  • EssexAdvEssexAdv
    Posts: 515Moderator
    BJ i edited out some of the blank bumps you posted and pined this string to the top page. That way you won't need to do anymore shameless bumps and it will be stuck to the top page for all to see

    Also, we are planning on attending this year.... see you there

    Lewis Mendenhall
  • BJ__TNBJ__TN
    Posts: 1,211Platinum Member
    Thanks Lew, It will be good to see you there. I plan on being there on Friday and Saturday, Have to leave early on Sunday so I can get to Church.
    Bob Hickson
  • 53jetman53jetman
    Posts: 871Platinum Member
    BJ - Planning on being there. Becky & I were lucky again to reserve our time share in Gatlinburg for that week, so we'll be close by.

    Jerry
    Jerry
    email: HudsonJetman@mail.com
    2nd Generation Hud-Nut
    HET Tech Adviser on Hudson Jets 1953 & 1954
    HET Registrar of all Hudson Jets
  • BJ__TNBJ__TN
    Posts: 1,211Platinum Member
    Just a reminder.....all rooms are blocked to the H-E-T until Sept 30th. Then they will be open to the public...Thanks to all that can make it. It is the PEOPLE that make it fun.
    Bob
  • PAULARGETYPEPAULARGETYPE
    Posts: 1,238Platinum Member
    STEFI AND I WILL BE THERE ALS OALONG WITH SUNNY AND LINDA CZOLBA FROM OIL CITY PA. WE ARE STAYING THE WEEK ALSO BUT WE ARRIVE ON THE 26TH AND LEAVE THE FLOWING FRIDAY SEE YOU THERE LORD WILLING
  • Sunset Classics
    Posts: 103Hitchhiker
    Joan and I will be at the KOA across the street next to Patriot's Park.We Plan to arrive Thursday afternoon. I assume there will be a "Low Country Boil on Friday night?"
    See Y'all there.
    Dave & Joan Waddell, Orange Blossom Chapter.
    http://www.orangeblossomhet.com/Home.html
  • BJ__TNBJ__TN
    Posts: 1,211Platinum Member
    Hey Dave, Although I am no longer in the planning loop for the meet, I assume that the BOIL will be on Saturday night. As it was the last couple of years. At least I haven't been told otherwise.
    Bob
  • bobdriveshudsonbobdriveshudson
    Posts: 582Platinum Member
    Bring your folding chairs, a lap towel, a TV table to put your food on if you dont want to hold it in your lap or on your knees. These items will help you enjoy your meal, without worrying about someone bumping you, or food in your lap. Or just rough it, eat standing up, one hand on the throttle(fork), the other in the trough(plate). Good entertainment.
  • BJ__TNBJ__TN
    Posts: 1,211Platinum Member
    The main reason for the change from a banquet to the low country boil was due to economic reasons. The last time there at the Golden Corral there was a large descrepancy between the Corral and the Club concerning the numbers attending. I think it was a difference of 20/25 people. We paid the difference out of club funds and since the Golden Corral refused to try to work out things with us. We just told them we would no longer need their facility. By the way the golden corral was the only restaurant that could handle a crown of 100/150 and keep us seperate from the other diners( which they failed to do ). The Boil has been a huge success, and has been less expensive on the Hudsonites that attend.

    Bob Hickson
  • bobdriveshudsonbobdriveshudson
    Posts: 582Platinum Member
    Bob:
    Thanks for reminding us about the Golden Corral problem. We enjoyed eating there, but realize there was a problem. The boil is a chance to get all the HET's together and enjoy the music and the door prizes. Thanks for reminding us. Everybody drive safely. Bob P
  • BJ__TNBJ__TN
    Posts: 1,211Platinum Member
    Bob, I would still, recommend the Golden Corral for the small group of Four or Five. The food was always good, and still is, We just could not get to gether on prices and head counts.
    Thanks,
    Bob Hickson
  • 54SuperWasp54SuperWasp
    Posts: 519Gold Member
    Wish you all a nice week-end there. Don't forget to bring back pics and stories to share on the forum. Michel
  • BJ__TNBJ__TN
    Posts: 1,211Platinum Member
    I just checked with the Vacation Lodge and was told they have five (5) rooms left in the whole motel. So if You need a room in the host motel. get your reservation soon.
    Bob Hickson
  • 1934 Terraplane1934 Terraplane
    Posts: 37Greasemonkey
    We'll be there Thursday afternoon, but need to leave Sat. Can't wait to see all our southern friends.
  • bobdriveshudsonbobdriveshudson
    Posts: 582Platinum Member
    The crowd is gathering. Will you be here? Plan on eating with us, tell me where? Bob P
    First day, four 1947 Hudson Commodore coupe/convertibles pulled in (non were mine) and all were from the same HET club.
  • EssexAdvEssexAdv
    Posts: 515Moderator
    :( Well, we tried. After fighting with our 52 for 2days, the timing gear gave out. I was warned about the fiber gears but who would have thought it would give out with 1000 miles on it. My 46 has a fiber gear and it has been good for thousands of miles, guess ill fix that too.

    Oh well, l had it towed to a hotel where we spent the night. In the morning a nice guy named Tony, from Ronoke, a HET member in the Het help group, is going to pick it up and trailer it back to his place. Then he weill trailer it home on Saturday.

    So all looks like it will work out. As
    it stands now, I'll pick up a rental car and stop by be the meet on Friday for a bit. Hope this is a relaxing day. After the last 2 days, I need it. :S
  • SuperDaveSuperDave
    Posts: 2,365Platinum Member
    We made it to the KOA 'bout 11:30 AM Thursday..WENT BY THE HOTEL ON OUR WAY IN BUT DIDN'T SEE ANY HUDSONS. will Grab a bite to eat and stroll over.. If the rain co-operates.:whistle:
    Dave & Joan
  • dave sdave s
    Posts: 1,178Moderator
    Look in parking garage. There were at least 5 there at 11 am Thursday
    SuperDave wrote:
    We made it to the KOA 'bout 11:30 AM Thursday..WENT BY THE HOTEL ON OUR WAY IN BUT DIDN'T SEE ANY HUDSONS. will Grab a bite to eat and stroll over.. If the rain co-operates.:whistle:
    Dave & Joan
  • faustmbfaustmb
    Posts: 1,102Platinum Member
    I counted 17 cars last night, including my truck for the brief time I was there.
  • SuperDaveSuperDave
    Posts: 2,365Platinum Member
    Saturday is going to be a great day!! No rain and lots of great Hudson Folks!:cheer:
  • bobdriveshudsonbobdriveshudson
    Posts: 582Platinum Member
    What a day, lots of cars and parts for sale in back. Guess you missed it but get your reservations for next year. Vacation Lodge at Pigeon Forge, TN. Maybe next year. Bob P
  • SuperDaveSuperDave
    Posts: 2,365Platinum Member
    What a great day!Weather was great! Sold a hundred dollars worth of parts..... for $50.00 but lightened the load! LOL. Met some nice folks... And thanks Bob, for the ride back to the campgrounds. It was a bit cool! See Y'all next year.
  • faustmbfaustmb
    Posts: 1,102Platinum Member
    Had a great time. Finally got the truck out to a meet :)

    Met lots of great folks, and am able to put some faces to a lot more people on here as well as other HET members.

    Looking forward to this years national even more now. WIll post some pics after I get them off my phone :(
  • BJ__TNBJ__TN
    Posts: 1,211Platinum Member
    I agree with Matt, I had a great time. I met several people that I had talked to here, but NOW I can put a face to the Name! Attendance was down somewhat, due to the economy and the weather they had forcasted was wet and cold. They got it right on Thursday and Friday, Then Saturday was absolutely beautiful. Quite a few parts changed hands. And the Low Country Boil was a success as usual.
    Bob Hickson

    Thanks to all that were there
  • EssexAdvEssexAdv
    Posts: 515Moderator
    Boy I had a great time... once I got there!!!! This was my first time at the meet... it won't be my last. Sorry I didn't get time to properly introduce myself to the organizers but next time I will

    Lew
  • dave sdave s
    Posts: 1,178Moderator
    Mitzi & I had great 8 days in Pigeon Forge area. We will be back. It is always great to get togther with our HET friends, Thank you to Bill, Molly and all who make this a great meet.
  • Sunset Classics
    Posts: 103Hitchhiker
    HELP! :woohoo:

    I sent the Hudson Essex Terraplane Club "Welcome Center" banner to the Pigeon Forge meet with Carl Wennberg. I need to send the banner to Mike Cherry so that he can take it to Laughlin, Nevada for the economy run this weekend, but I can't get in touch with Carl. I called the motel Sunday morning but he had already checked out and he does not answer his home phone. If he is headed back to Maryland he may be hampered by the snow. If someone has Carl's cell phone number could you please send it to me at my email address HETForkner@aol.com (drop the HET). If someone else ended up with the banner please call me or send me an email ASAP so that I can give you instructions to get it sent to Mike Cherry.

    Thanks for your help

    John Forkner
    Hudson Essex Terraplane Club
    New Membership Coordinator
    HETForkner@aol.com (drop the HET)
    913-592-2288
  • hudsonsplasher1hudsonsplasher1
    Posts: 532Platinum Member
    Did anyone take pictures for those of us that couldn't make it?
    Thanks in advance.
    Gene.
  • SuperDaveSuperDave
    Posts: 2,365Platinum Member
    John, Not to worry.. I have it and will email you ASAP
  • bobdriveshudsonbobdriveshudson
    Posts: 582Platinum Member
    Now I know what we were hauling. Glad you were able to find and get it. Bob
  • Sunset Classics
    Posts: 103Hitchhiker
    Here are some pics I posted on Facebook -

    I loved seeing the (3) 47 verts in a row :) Also enjoyed talking to Dave & Keith about the truck with a 289 , small Hudson community we live in...

    http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.221159604616719.53978.179663045433042&type=3&saved#
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