Emerald Coast Beachcomber Pattern Classic, October 6-7, 2012
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Emerald Coast Beachcomber Pattern Classic, October 6-7, 2012
It's time once again to start planning to attend the Emerald Coast Beachcomber PatternClassic on6 and7 October 2012 (Columbus Day Weekend). The contest will be held on EglinAFB, Test Site C-3, on Florida Highway 285, three miles north ofCollege Blvd, just outside Niceville, FL. Entry fee is $25, cash, check, or money order.
The plan is to conduct the pilots' meeting at 0830 on Saturday andbegin flying at 0900. We will fly all classes, Sportsman,Intermediate, Advanced, Masters, and FAI. FAI will fly P-13 onSaturday and F-13 on Sunday. Awards will be presented through thirdplace in each class.The weight limit in Sportsman is raised to 20 lbs. Again, I will be running an unofficial "Club-Only" Sportsman class. This class is only open to current Eglin Aero Modelllers' mewmbers with no prior contest experience. They will fly in the Sportsman rotation, but will only compete against others in the club-only class. This side enent is unofficial and is intended to grow the pattern community by allowing EAM members the opportunity to participate in a contest in a reduced stress environment.
The plan is to conduct the pilots' meeting at 0830 on Saturday andbegin flying at 0900. We will fly all classes, Sportsman,Intermediate, Advanced, Masters, and FAI. FAI will fly P-13 onSaturday and F-13 on Sunday. Awards will be presented through thirdplace in each class.The weight limit in Sportsman is raised to 20 lbs. Again, I will be running an unofficial "Club-Only" Sportsman class. This class is only open to current Eglin Aero Modelllers' mewmbers with no prior contest experience. They will fly in the Sportsman rotation, but will only compete against others in the club-only class. This side enent is unofficial and is intended to grow the pattern community by allowing EAM members the opportunity to participate in a contest in a reduced stress environment.
For thosewho prefer to camp, I recommend Fred Gannon Rocky Bayou State Park. The Air Force increased security at the field, so we cannot allow overnight camping on the test site. The park is close to the field, about a 15 minute drive, depending on traffic. Their website is:
http://floridastateparks.org/rockybayou/default.cfm
Alternatively, Ithe Niceville WalMart may allow overnight RV parking. The can be reached at (850) 389-3013.
Site security is the same as last year. The gate directly off SR-285 must remain locked during non-duty hours. I will add an event lock to the gate and will e-mail the combination to registered contestants during the week prior to the contest.
Ken Blackwell will be opening registration on the NSRCA District 3 website soon. Please register so we can populate PACSS in advance and have a good idea on how much food and drink we need to bring.
http://floridastateparks.org/rockybayou/default.cfm
Alternatively, Ithe Niceville WalMart may allow overnight RV parking. The can be reached at (850) 389-3013.
Site security is the same as last year. The gate directly off SR-285 must remain locked during non-duty hours. I will add an event lock to the gate and will e-mail the combination to registered contestants during the week prior to the contest.
Ken Blackwell will be opening registration on the NSRCA District 3 website soon. Please register so we can populate PACSS in advance and have a good idea on how much food and drink we need to bring.
More information on the Eglin Aero Modellers flying field is available here:
http://www.eglinaeromodellers.org/
I will again work to get a discount rate at the Quality Inn and will plan a Saturday evening dinner at one of our local establishments. Stay tuned to this thread for more details.
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact me at [email protected] or (850)499-7095.
Rob Campbell
Contest Director
http://www.eglinaeromodellers.org/
I will again work to get a discount rate at the Quality Inn and will plan a Saturday evening dinner at one of our local establishments. Stay tuned to this thread for more details.
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact me at [email protected] or (850)499-7095.
Rob Campbell
Contest Director
08-11-2012, 10:23 AM
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RE: Emerald Coast Beachcomber Pattern Classic, October 6-7, 2012
All,
Here is an update for the Beachcomber Contest. I was able to get a discount at the Niceville Quality Inn. The motel is blocking 15 rooms for us. The nightly rate is $79 (regular is $99). They are located at 101 Hwy 85, Niceville, FL, 32578, Phone: (850)678-8077. Just mention model airplane contest to get the special rate. The Quality Inn is the closest motel to the flying field.
Also, Jackie Powell, Cody’s mom, is arranging for a Saturday night dinner at Helga’s Restaurant and Bier Garten in Bluewater Bay. Helga’s features authentic German food and authentic German adult beverages. If you are interested in going to Helga’s, please send me an e-mail at [email protected] so I can give a planning number. I will take a final head count at the pilots’ meeting. Helga’s is located at 4504 E Highway 20 Ste B, Niceville, FL, 32578, in Bluewater Bay, near the Winn-Dixie.
Ken Blackwell opened registration on the NSRCA D3 website. If you think you might attend, please go ahead and register so I can get PACSS all set up in advance.
Finally, several of our club members have been busy sacrificing models to the weather gods in hopes of receiving calm winds and clear skies for the contest.
See you in October
Rob
08-11-2012, 10:37 AM
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RE: Emerald Coast Beachcomber Pattern Classic, October 6-7, 2012
I almost forgot, the Quality Inn is holding the rooms and the special rate through September 24th, so if you plan on staying at the Quality, please book before then.
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08-11-2012, 10:42 AM
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RE: Emerald Coast Beachcomber Pattern Classic, October 6-7, 2012
Here is the direct link to the contest registration page.
https://sites.google.com/site/nsrcad...t-registration
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https://sites.google.com/site/nsrcad...t-registration
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09-17-2012, 04:09 PM
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RE: Emerald Coast Beachcomber Pattern Classic, October 6-7, 2012
Well 3 weeks for the contest
For those who need hotel you can check in Crestview there is few hotels and you can get Jamison Inn for about $46 using (name your own price) is about 20 minutes to the field is located in the corner of Hwy 85 and I-10 next to Hooters
For those who need hotel you can check in Crestview there is few hotels and you can get Jamison Inn for about $46 using (name your own price) is about 20 minutes to the field is located in the corner of Hwy 85 and I-10 next to Hooters
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RE: Emerald Coast Beachcomber Pattern Classic, October 6-7, 2012
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Wish I was there, but I am stuck in Germany working. I guess I will do October Fest today. Tell everyone hello and hope to see them in Orlando.
Mike
Wish I was there, but I am stuck in Germany working. I guess I will do October Fest today. Tell everyone hello and hope to see them in Orlando.
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Victor
Wish I was there, but I am stuck in Germany working. I guess I will do October Fest today. Tell everyone hello and hope to see them in Orlando.
Mike
Victor
Wish I was there, but I am stuck in Germany working. I guess I will do October Fest today. Tell everyone hello and hope to see them in Orlando.
Mike
Yeah Mike,
We're all shedding a tear for ya' . . . .
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Yeah Mike,
We're all shedding a tear for ya' . . . .
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Victor
Wish I was there, but I am stuck in Germany working. I guess I will do October Fest today. Tell everyone hello and hope to see them in Orlando.
Mike
Victor
Wish I was there, but I am stuck in Germany working. I guess I will do October Fest today. Tell everyone hello and hope to see them in Orlando.
Mike
Yeah Mike,
We're all shedding a tear for ya' . . . .
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RE: Emerald Coast Beachcomber Pattern Classic, October 6-7, 2012
Sportsman
1. Cody Powell
2. Coby Estes
3. George Gordon
Intermmediate
1. Neil Rivera
2. Mike Williams
3. Ives Lalime
Advanced
1. Victor Diaz ( won all rounds )
Masters
1. John Fuqua
2. K. Lee
3. Ron Vanputte
FAI
1 Chris Odom
Had a blast at the contest, ceiling was low on Saturday but by 11 am it was severe clear and light winds ! Sunday the ceiling cleared up but we had 5 to 10 mph winds out of the North. Bopod the only thing missing was you !
1. Cody Powell
2. Coby Estes
3. George Gordon
Intermmediate
1. Neil Rivera
2. Mike Williams
3. Ives Lalime
Advanced
1. Victor Diaz ( won all rounds )
Masters
1. John Fuqua
2. K. Lee
3. Ron Vanputte
FAI
1 Chris Odom
Had a blast at the contest, ceiling was low on Saturday but by 11 am it was severe clear and light winds ! Sunday the ceiling cleared up but we had 5 to 10 mph winds out of the North. Bopod the only thing missing was you !
10-09-2012, 05:12 AM
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RE: Emerald Coast Beachcomber Pattern Classic, October 6-7, 2012
Great job Robert and thanks to everyone at Eglin for hosting this contest. Chris and I had a good time and we hope to see everyone at the Districts November 3rd and 4th.
Larry
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