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DeepDiverBob
June 19th, 2007, 09:42 AM
OKay, I am setting up a poll here to see how many people will be at Mermet Springs on August 25, 2007 AD.
sobfrogg
June 19th, 2007, 09:56 AM
I hate to say no, but being not sure I have to. If I go it will be a last min thing and I will pack the truck and take off.
Dark Wolf
June 19th, 2007, 08:47 PM
I will be there! Which reminds me, are you guys camping, or getting a motel room. If it is a motel, which one are you all staying at? Look foreward to meeting you all.
do it easy
June 19th, 2007, 08:52 PM
I'm planning on being there.
VuDuLou
June 19th, 2007, 09:49 PM
...me too, plan on camping...
MgicTwnger
June 19th, 2007, 10:22 PM
Oh yeah..........
theskull
June 19th, 2007, 10:48 PM
I'll be there, and am willing to share my pizza.
And I'll be roughing it--most likely at the Metropolis Inn.

theskull
DeepDiverBob
June 20th, 2007, 06:45 AM
I'll be there. I am going to wait and check the weather first, before deciding to pack a tent or get a room.
nauifins73
June 20th, 2007, 08:04 AM
And I'll be roughing it--most likely at the Metropolis Inn.

theskull

I like your idea of roughing it - where do I find this Inn?

Thanks
MgicTwnger
June 20th, 2007, 08:16 AM
I like your idea of roughing it - where do I find this Inn?

Thanks

http://mermetsprings.com/accommodations_05.htm
DeepDiverBob
June 20th, 2007, 08:19 AM
Metropolis Inn is right off highway 24, make a right, and its on the right at the first stop light. There are 4 or 5 hotels right there to choose from. But with the casino there, you might want to make your reservations now. If they bring in some act, the hotels can fill up quickly. I was there one time and got the last room at the Inn, because David Allen Coe was in town. Also, with the Metropolis Inn, ask for the Divers Discount.
Dark Wolf
June 20th, 2007, 08:59 PM
All right, I got my reservations for the 24th and 25th at the Metropolis Inn. Ought to be a great time!!

OK, everyone tell me what you drink, and I will help The Skull out with the beer! So let's hear it, don't be shy!
VuDuLou
June 21st, 2007, 09:23 AM
...I will come with a 'loaded cooler' as well...
VuDuLou
June 21st, 2007, 09:30 AM
...Hopefully, I will be able to bring some of my VuDuBrew, hefe weizen home brew...it has a history of 'evaporating' rapidly...
sobfrogg
June 21st, 2007, 10:29 AM
MMMMMMMMMM Home Brew :) :) :)
regul8r
June 25th, 2007, 07:09 AM
Okay.. I'll be there. Going to bring a friend. So thats 2 more.
I see they have cylinders for 10.00 a day. I take it that includes the first air fill? And it looks like they charge 7.00 a fill after that. Do they have any specials like 2 days unlimited fills for 30.00 or anything. I mean hey if we are there to dive I would like to knock out 4 dives a day or so.
MgicTwnger
June 25th, 2007, 08:22 AM
Unless things have changed in the last couple of weeks, $10 gets you a full tank for the day, $15 for the weekend, no discount for multiple fills.
scububa
June 25th, 2007, 01:32 PM
Unless things have changed in ...gets you a full tank for the day, ... no discount for multiple fills.

A full tank for the day... Does that mean they keep it full for you all day long?
MgicTwnger
June 25th, 2007, 01:40 PM
A full tank for the day... Does that mean they keep it full for you all day long?
No, you rent a tank, it comes full. Refills you pay for.
regul8r
June 26th, 2007, 09:19 AM
WOW! Mermet Inn is 59.07 with taxes? What is wrong with the Day Plaza Inn? It appears to be the cheapest.
Course from what I am reading everyone seems to be staying at the Mermet Inn?
MgicTwnger
June 26th, 2007, 09:37 AM
WOW! Mermet Inn is 59.07 with taxes? What is wrong with the Day Plaza Inn? It appears to be the cheapest.
Course from what I am reading everyone seems to be staying at the Mermet Inn?
The Day Plaza Inn is a Day's Inn that lost it's franchise because it was such a dump. From all reports it has gotten much worse.
The Metropolis Inn, which is what I believe you are talking about, is the cheapest in town, the Travelodge in Paducah is about $10 cheaper if you don't mind the extra few miles.
MgicTwnger
June 26th, 2007, 09:38 AM
Has anyone reserved a pavillion at Mermet?
regul8r
June 26th, 2007, 09:41 AM
The Day Plaza Inn is a Day's Inn that lost it's franchise because it was such a dump. From all reports it has gotten much worse.
The Metropolis Inn, which is what I believe you are talking about, is the cheapest in town, the Travelodge in Paducah is about $10 cheaper if you don't mind the extra few miles.

Now that is the kind of information I can use. :) Guess I'll go with the Mermet Inn. At least that way we are all close by to socialize if the mood strikes eh?
regul8r
June 26th, 2007, 09:46 AM
I just realized I said Mermet Inn and I meant Metropolis Inn...Anyway.. got my reservations made
DeepDiverBob
June 26th, 2007, 11:19 AM
Has anyone reserved a pavillion at Mermet?

I have inquired, waiting for a response.
theskull
June 26th, 2007, 04:45 PM
For those wanting a bargain, the Motel 6 in Paducah isn't too shabby. I've stayed there a few times when my favorites (already mentioned) were booked up.

theskull
MgicTwnger
June 26th, 2007, 06:13 PM
For those wanting a bargain, the Motel 6 in Paducah isn't too shabby. I've stayed there a few times when my favorites (already mentioned) were booked up.

theskull

Me too. It's fine. I've just made a res at the Metropolis Inn.
DeepDiverBob
June 27th, 2007, 07:12 AM
I have inquired, waiting for a response.

I just received confirmation, we have a pavillion.
terrapinken
August 7th, 2007, 09:51 AM
I will be at Table Rock - Teaching...Teaching...Teaching.. I do love it!!
DeepDiverBob
August 7th, 2007, 10:41 AM
I will be at Table Rock - Teaching...Teaching...Teaching.. I do love it!!

Ditch Table Rock, and take the class to Mermet. (Sorry Slim)
crpntr133
August 9th, 2007, 08:30 PM
I'm out. Wanted to but my rescue class is taking place that week. Don't think I could get them to change the place or date. Sorry guys.
decodiva
August 10th, 2007, 10:22 AM
I cant go either. One of us has to go represent our family at Bobs aunt and uncles 50th anniversary.
MgicTwnger
August 10th, 2007, 10:41 AM
Hey Bob, let's get another head count, this seems to be going down the tubes.:(

I'll be there regardless.
DeepDiverBob
August 10th, 2007, 10:44 AM
Hey Bob, let's get another head count, this seems to be going down the tubes.:(

I'll be there regardless.

She wasn't going to be there anyway. I will be there, because I committed to it, and I am keeping my commitments. Who ever else is there, I will see you there, and we will have a blast.

Needless to say, this will be the last one I try and set up.
MgicTwnger
August 10th, 2007, 10:50 AM
I think a lot of the problem is that we are just too scattered. Any place we pick is convenient for some people and just too long a haul for most.
DeepDiverBob
August 10th, 2007, 11:15 AM
I think a lot of the problem is that we are just too scattered. Any place we pick is convenient for some people and just too long a haul for most.
reason number 2 not to do it anymore. Cant please everyone.
theskull
August 10th, 2007, 12:55 PM
I'll still bring pizza. Looks like a couple Large might do the trick the way the projected attendance is slipping.

theskull
do it easy
August 10th, 2007, 01:44 PM
I'll still bring pizza. Looks like a couple Large might do the trick the way the projected attendance is slipping.

theskull
A few large pies will work, but we're not going to let you off the hook for the beer! :D That's the only reason Ken is showing up and not kicking it with his biker buddies.

Who could pass up free beer and pizza?
MgicTwnger
August 10th, 2007, 01:50 PM
I hate to break it to you, but no booze allowed at Mermet.
do it easy
August 10th, 2007, 01:53 PM
We won't be drinking booze- I'm sure Bill will bring hooch and swill, but not booze.

We could also try alternative beverages, such as Grape Kool Aid, but that might have lasting effects. :D
crpntr133
August 10th, 2007, 05:29 PM
Needless to say, this will be the last one I try and set up.

I belong to a couple dive clubs and we have found out that during the mid summer most people have other things going on. Early spring around Easter or St. Patricks day are good and then something around Halooween is another good time. Between those times things just don't go. We try and do one local club event per month. Again, early in the year and late in the year are your best bets.

Sorry that I won't make it but class needs to come first.