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VA or MD members
I'll be near Leesburg VA for a two week training class from 19 Apr thru 30 Apr. My employer (the Air Force) seems to think they can teach this old dog some new tricks. I think they're out of their mind, but....
It's going to be just like I was back in middle school, we even have a field trip on 26 April, to Antietam Battlefield. So, anybody know any good things to see/do in the area on the weekend (24-25 April)? I know the usual like the Smithsonian, etc. I lived in the DC area for a few years in the mid-80s - first at Crofton MD, then at Aquia Harbor VA (just south of Quantico). edit: Sorry for the mis-post, guess this should have been in the not-SVX forum |
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Lee, assuming you have a chopper at your command on the 25th, why not set it down in Silver Spring, close to Rt29 & New Hampshire Avenue, where upon the WSSC facility parking lot, an autocross will take place. Featured at this gathering will be Harry's (newsvx) red beast, and a bevy of Harry wannabes, including me, & a few other names you'd know from this group.
I know Crofton fairly well. From what section/street did you once hail? Ron.
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I used to live in Herndon, VA for two years and moved away just last June ('03). The new Air & Space Museum is open in the Dulles Town Center area.
Other than that, if you want to have a crazy night on the town go to the Adams Morgan area in DC, but if you want something more refined check out the restaurants/ clubs in the general vicinity of the Washington Monument/ national Galleries. Oh btw, parts of Manassas have developed into very quaint little spots. You can find bars and restaurants catering to all tastes from jazz to poetry reading. Have a great time! -Chike
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Crofton: My brain isn't as good as it once was (and it was never that good), but I seem to remember Swinburne (sp?) Ave. I was only there for about 4 months in 1984, renting, until I bought the place in VA. In Aquia Harbor I lived on the corner of Dewey Dr and ??? - there goes my brain again - automatic shutdown when it overheats. |
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I recommend a cooler for brain overheating. A wine cooler, that is. WSSC is Washington Suburban Sanitary Commission - It's a semi-abandoned site with a big 'ole parking lot that the local Mercedes-Benz club uses to prove WRXes can whoop most Teutonic products. I notice that Leesburg is right on the path from Harry's new nest in Stephans City, VA. Perhaps I can alert Harry that you need a lift. Seriously, we'd love to have a Floridinian SVXer join the fun. And, yes, they start in the wee hours of Sunday AM. You'll have to cancel church. Ron.
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I expect to be there. looking forward to putting faces with names. edit: I'm guessing I should take 29 off 495, then what to do at the intersection w/New Hamshire? Last edited by lee; 04-13-2004 at 06:16 PM. |
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Assuming you'll be heading northeast, crossing over the Cabin John bridge on 495, you'll take 29 (Colesville Rd.) north off of 495, & eventually cross over New Hampshire Ave. Take a right at the 2nd light (I believe) past N.H. Ave, on Industrial Parkway & drive a couple blocks straight 'til you dead end into an open chain link gate at the facility. Take a right after the gate & wind your way all the way to the back of the complex. If you spot an SVX or two, you'll know you're there. I'll PM you later with my cell # & any more details needed. Be sure to rent an STI so you can give Harry a good race. Ron.
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Got it, thanks. Printed out a Microsoft Streets & Trips route sheet. Program claims 55 minute drive, which I'm guessing is OK for a Sunday morning.
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Sunday morn coupled with an STI equals 30 minutes tops. Start your engines! Ron.
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Hey Lee. Since Ron never seems to get there until after lunch time, I'll send you a PM with my cell phone number as well.
Look forward to meeting you. -Mike
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Be very afraid. Ron (revving the 4 banger).
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So are you actually going to race it Ron? Your 240 is in G-stock, just like the SVX. I would think it could be pretty competitive in that class, but I haven't driven one for a long time...
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Bring an extra helmet for me. ....and a blindfold for you. You're ridin' shotgun. Ron.
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I'll try to be there around 8AM, willing to assist in pit chores or whatever. |
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