Mar 17, 2017, 10:12 am
Last edit by: Middle_Seat
Dates for 2017 event are: Oct 20-22, 2017
* Event Registration: http://chicagoseminars2017.eventbrite.com - lunch and daily snacks are included in registration (breakfast is NOT included in registration ... see below)
* Hotel registration is in post # 2 (Breakfast for 1 is included in room rate). Host hotel is SOLD OUT.
* Schedule of weekend events is in post #3.
* Current event sponsors in post #4 (and email provided if someone is interested in sponsoring)
* Some info re: charity raffle is in post #5.
* Request for volunteers is in post #6. (volunteers get a thanks & handshake - and an apple).
* A full list of the current speakers is in post #7
The Elk Grove Village Holiday Inn (+1-847-437-6010) shuttle normally leaves the hotel on the hour and the airport on the half hour. Domestic arrivals pick up at Door 2, international arrivals at Door 5E.
* Event Registration: http://chicagoseminars2017.eventbrite.com - lunch and daily snacks are included in registration (breakfast is NOT included in registration ... see below)
* Hotel registration is in post # 2 (Breakfast for 1 is included in room rate). Host hotel is SOLD OUT.
* Schedule of weekend events is in post #3.
* Current event sponsors in post #4 (and email provided if someone is interested in sponsoring)
* Some info re: charity raffle is in post #5.
* Request for volunteers is in post #6. (volunteers get a thanks & handshake - and an apple).
* A full list of the current speakers is in post #7
The Elk Grove Village Holiday Inn (+1-847-437-6010) shuttle normally leaves the hotel on the hour and the airport on the half hour. Domestic arrivals pick up at Door 2, international arrivals at Door 5E.
8th Annual Chicago Seminars - October 20 - 22, 2017
Apr 4, 2017, 3:53 pm
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Keep in mind the part is INTRO not ADVANCED MS. While I am doing about 5k/day that will not be the focus of this part.
The CS are normally upward of 50% new folks who have never been to one of these. Some may never ever have playing with MS ever. Much of what needs to be covered is the basics. Sure I will touch on some of the current "best" choices but much is the risk/reward/types and goals. Much of this is basic and does not change that much.
Now if you want some advanced ideas, just by coming, you can feel free to buy me a beer at the bar and we can chat all you want and share ideas. Really that is half the fun THIS event as we are around all day long to chat with outside the sessions. ^
Apr 4, 2017, 4:46 pm
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A few bits since I was called out ;-)
Keep in mind the part is INTRO not ADVANCED MS. While I am doing about 5k/day that will not be the focus of this part.
The CS are normally upward of 50% new folks who have never been to one of these. Some may never ever have playing with MS ever. Much of what needs to be covered is the basics. Sure I will touch on some of the current "best" choices but much is the risk/reward/types and goals. Much of this is basic and does not change that much.
Now if you want some advanced ideas, just by coming, you can feel free to buy me a beer at the bar and we can chat all you want and share ideas. Really that is half the fun THIS event as we are around all day long to chat with outside the sessions. ^
Keep in mind the part is INTRO not ADVANCED MS. While I am doing about 5k/day that will not be the focus of this part.
The CS are normally upward of 50% new folks who have never been to one of these. Some may never ever have playing with MS ever. Much of what needs to be covered is the basics. Sure I will touch on some of the current "best" choices but much is the risk/reward/types and goals. Much of this is basic and does not change that much.
Now if you want some advanced ideas, just by coming, you can feel free to buy me a beer at the bar and we can chat all you want and share ideas. Really that is half the fun THIS event as we are around all day long to chat with outside the sessions. ^
Apr 5, 2017, 5:06 am
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I adjusted my settings
Last edited by kingrat; Apr 5, 2017 at 8:20 am
Apr 5, 2017, 5:26 am
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hopefully I can make it this year.
Apr 5, 2017, 5:52 am
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Comments Deleted
Last edited by kingrat; Apr 5, 2017 at 8:18 am Reason: Didn't want anyone to have hurt feelings
Apr 5, 2017, 7:30 am
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Just sent an email - sign me up for the Saturday morning 8AM-9:45AM volunteer slot!
Apr 5, 2017, 7:37 am
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Apr 5, 2017, 8:19 am
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Thanks Howie - I deleted all my previous comments and will keep them to myself in the future. See you in Chicago
Apr 5, 2017, 8:32 am
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Feedback is needed, and while suggestions may not be implemented, it is appreciated to receive them because it means someone cares. Attendees and volunteers make this event successful, and I want to ensure it continues to be just that.
Apr 5, 2017, 12:29 pm
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We have a great deal of thin skin people and I don't want to upset anyone and after a few negative personal messages I received I don't I won't say anything else. It also reminds me why I don't use flyertalk.
Apr 5, 2017, 12:36 pm
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IMHO the comments from kingrat were not inappropriate for public posting. We are attending a paid event, not just a community get together, so I think certain expectations are in order. If comments and feedback help improve the content, more power to them.
Apr 5, 2017, 5:00 pm
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Maybe it was appropriate; maybe it wasn't. I think deleting anything on FT because worrying about hurting someone's feelings is a bit silly (but that's just me).
If a public post or a private PM violates TOS, then the mods should be notified. If it doesn't violate TOS & is just snarky, then eh, deal w/ it. Whether it's the kumbaya or the everything sucks category, both go w/ the territory. Shrug.
Cheers.
Apr 6, 2017, 5:38 am
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Which actually is what I think howie was saying. He welcomes input. I didn't actually see the input kingrat provided, as he deleted everything before I logged on.
Maybe it was appropriate; maybe it wasn't. I think deleting anything on FT because worrying about hurting someone's feelings is a bit silly (but that's just me).
If a public post or a private PM violates TOS, then the mods should be notified. If it doesn't violate TOS & is just snarky, then eh, deal w/ it. Whether it's the kumbaya or the everything sucks category, both go w/ the territory. Shrug.
Cheers.
Maybe it was appropriate; maybe it wasn't. I think deleting anything on FT because worrying about hurting someone's feelings is a bit silly (but that's just me).
If a public post or a private PM violates TOS, then the mods should be notified. If it doesn't violate TOS & is just snarky, then eh, deal w/ it. Whether it's the kumbaya or the everything sucks category, both go w/ the territory. Shrug.
Cheers.