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Inspired--FIRST ANNUAL SLEUTH CONVENTION???
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Orbitrux
Orbitrux
Well-Connected

Feb-15-2005 21:15

I've had this idea before, but the recent exploits of TAKKDD have solidified my idea that it might actually be possible: The First Annual Sleuth Convention. Why not?

The ideal place would, of course, be the mecca of it all--Boulder, Colorado. But if Ben & Sunny don't want all the hoopla so close to home, anywhere else would be fine as well. We could plan it a few months out so that people have time to plan up & save for airfare, etc. Those who are interested can come and meet those they know (and don't know) from Sleuth.

Want even more fun? What if everyone dressed up like a character from Sleuth (your character, the butcher, the lady with the magnifying glass, Larry the Toe, etc)?

Would anyone besides me & Moonshh be interested? Or is this a totally lame idea?

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Det.Fresh
Det.Fresh
Well-Connected

Feb-16-2005 09:50

I love the Idea..
It would be nice to put faces and lives with all of slueth!
Alex Why can't I be 12???? :(

Jojo
Jojo
Old Shoe

Feb-16-2005 11:40

I'd come...if I can.

reda
reda
Well-Connected

Feb-16-2005 12:27

I like your idea jstkdn, although USA is a bit far and expensive for me I guess. I do find your no 6 funny, LOL if u are not an american then you are in 6) foreigners ;)

Sleuth Admin
Sleuth Admin
Tale Spinner

Feb-16-2005 14:49

I'd be interested in meeting some sleuths, but I don't think boulder is convenient for very many people. Seems like it would be more reasonable to try to organize something where there are more players. Sunny and I have lots of friends in New York, so if any of you east coasters would be interested in heading there, that would be fun.



Reverend
Reverend

Feb-16-2005 15:03

New York! Count me in!

Orbitrux
Orbitrux
Well-Connected

Feb-16-2005 16:52

I agree that New York is a good idea. It's easy to watch airfare prices and good a good price there. Plus there are hotels and extra-curricular activities abound.

Originally I had the idea of just having our agency get together (a smaller gathering, less to coordinate), but then I thought--why not invite everyone? Certainly it would be easier to get small, regional groups together, but I think getting everyone together would be fun, too. I realize international people and younger players are at a disadvantage, but perhaps with enough advance notice we can get a few of you to join us!

If people continue to express interest in this (I'll keep watching this message over the next few days), then I'll spearhead getting a group of people who are willing to coordinate and set it up. Jstkdn, given your experience in this sort of thing, your efforts would be appreciated if you have the time and motivation. :)

Moonshh
Moonshh
Well-Connected

Feb-16-2005 17:08

Seattle?????

Ben and Sunny aren't voting for Seattle???

*mourns*

racedogg2
racedogg2

Feb-16-2005 17:30

I live in New York. What city in New York?

Orbitrux
Orbitrux
Well-Connected

Feb-16-2005 17:31

erm--New York City. You know, where the salsa is made?

jstkdn
jstkdn
Well-Connected

Feb-16-2005 17:45

Sure Orbitrux. I think the most important thing is A LOT of notice like 8-10 months ahead you communicate the date and start polling for locations.

For some reason, I don't think you can guarantee a BIG gathering, until at least of a lot of small gatherings take place. That are easy to coordinate. The "Detective X, is coming to see me, anyone wants to join?" We had gatherings that 5-10 people easily would show up. Find out where everybody is, and invite them first.

And then meanwhile organize a BIG get together, spring 2006, in NYC. People can save time, and holidays. You will find many people let their decision depend to spend the time and cash, if people are going that they met before, or they are close to. We had a community to which at about 120 actual people whom posted (other were lurkers), during ExtravaGANza's 40-60 would show up. The majority from the US and Canada, but also people from Sweden, England, The Netherlands. A lot of people made sure that their holiday in the US, was combined with the gathering.

What you have to keep in mind. Setting something like this up in terms of time and location. It can get quite political. Some people would push, to have it be in their barn, in North Dakota, in the middle of winter. You will end up disappointing people. Voting is key, based on a small selection of cities. The time just needs to be picked strategically, Spring will be the best option in terms of weather, airline and hotel costs etc.

My advise for now is. Organize your Underground party, post that anyone is welcome. And you may be surprised. Or better, organize a local party. Like in your house, and then say anyone is welcome.

In any case. If anyone ever travels to Amsterdam, pop me a note. Same way as Ben and Sunny did. "Hey we are coming to Amsterdam this year, will you be around?" Or as I did this weekend "Hey, anyone wants to meet me in DC?"

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