jcgoble3 Posted January 21, 2014 Posted January 21, 2014 https://www.cedarpoint.com/blog-article/online-fun/Love-Coasters-Check-Out-These-Events Millennium Walkback: Members of approved coaster clubs can show up at the Marina Gate 10 minutes before the start of early entry every Saturday and Sunday (except opening day) and will be walked back to Millennium Force for the first ride of the day, then can enjoy early entry. All participants must show a current membership club from an approved club; no non-member guests. Coaster Campout: Ever wanted to pitch a tent and sleep overnight INSIDE the park? On Friday, July 18, you can do just that. Evening ERT on the 18th and morning ERT on Saturday the 19th is included, and there is no charge for the event beyond regular admission. At least one person in the party must be a member of an approved coaster club, and that person must make the reservation. Discounted hotel rates will be available for those who want to attend, but do not want to sleep in a tent. I wasn't planning to go to CP this year, but suddenly the Coaster Campout seems VERY interesting.... 13 Quote
BB1 Posted January 21, 2014 Posted January 21, 2014 Again, BB1's Club is not invited, such a shame tis it. Sounds fun, and a great time for those invited. Quote
malem Posted January 21, 2014 Posted January 21, 2014 ^ Pay the $9 and join Coaster Crew as well, then. 6 Quote
rcwizard13 Posted January 21, 2014 Posted January 21, 2014 Again, BB1's Club is not invited, such a shame tis it. Sounds fun, and a great time for those invited. What is this club of yours? My curiosity is peaking. 3 Quote
MDMC01 Posted January 21, 2014 Posted January 21, 2014 The Millennium Walkback sounds really cool- I've actually been contemplating heading up to The Point sometime this summer (2014) and the ride I'm most excited about riding is Millennium Force, so I may have to participate one weekend! EDIT: Also, the camping event sounds cool too and think it would be awesome if an event like this occurred at Kings Island as I never had the chance to enjoy the old KI campgrounds. 7 Quote
XjoshhyX Posted January 21, 2014 Posted January 21, 2014 I think me and a couple of my buddies might partake in the camping event! Sounds awesome! 1 Quote
PhantomTheater Posted January 21, 2014 Posted January 21, 2014 Sleep in the park? Now I can have my CP dreams in CP! 7 Quote
thedevariouseffect Posted January 21, 2014 Posted January 21, 2014 Been there done that, it's not as fun as you think Especially Mayfly season may still be in effect slightly. If I end up staying here, next few weeks will tell, if any grassy area stays, I already know where I'm staying But lot goes on at night, so sleep may not be happening, especially if they're doing late, and early ERT. Seriously though, you're not missing much 3 Quote
Ride On_17 Posted January 21, 2014 Posted January 21, 2014 Ok, this is awesome. I can't wait for these events, especially the camping. 4 Quote
jcgoble3 Posted January 21, 2014 Author Posted January 21, 2014 If I end up staying here, next few weeks will tell Wait, there's a chance you won't be going to Guam? Sweet! But lot goes on at night, so sleep may not be happening, especially if they're doing late, and early ERT. Who needs sleep that night? Just ride Top Thrill Dragster in the morning. That launch will wake you up in a hurry. Front seat on Millie has the same effect. I can testify from experience that they both work. 7 Quote
thedevariouseffect Posted January 21, 2014 Posted January 21, 2014 Might not go, right now with the way the AF is cutting, I need to score well on this PT test, if not, they're only going to spend money to send top people there. Stuff is shaky atm, I want to ace this test and be done, don't get me wrong. If I stay however, I'm not complaining I have alot here that I want to stay for. Hell Lindz is enough for me to stay atm. Giving up a 2.5 year relationship and putting it on the sidelines for two years is somewhat nerve wracking. 7 Quote
malem Posted February 6, 2014 Posted February 6, 2014 Details for the Campout have been posted: https://www.cedarpoint.com/online-fun/coaster-campout Some highlights: Admission is free both days (but coaster club membership is required of the person who registers) 1.5 hours of Maverick/Skyhawk ERT Friday night 2 hours of Millennium Force/Gatekeeper ERT Saturday morning Dinner (on Friday) and breakfast (on Saturday) are included Maximum of 4 people per tent Campsites are in the Antique Cars area. Participants will be chosen by lottery 3 Quote
APE Posted February 6, 2014 Posted February 6, 2014 I don't really care for the whole lottery thing. Hopefully the wife and I get selected its one of the few things this summer we were looking forward to getting to do. 2 Quote
Ride On_17 Posted February 7, 2014 Posted February 7, 2014 I wish it was a first come, first serve basis for who got in. I'm sure there are going to be so many people trying to enter. Sure, the lottery system makes it more fair but it makes chances of getting in a lot slimmer. I really hope I get in. Quote
Aaron88stang Posted February 7, 2014 Posted February 7, 2014 I registered yesterday. When do we find out if we made the cut? Quote
malem Posted February 7, 2014 Posted February 7, 2014 Tony clarified via Twitter that the lottery is only for those wanting to camp inside the park. All coaster club members who register will be able to come to the event, which includes 2 days of free admission to Cedar Point. 1 Quote
Aaron88stang Posted February 7, 2014 Posted February 7, 2014 I just spoke with reservations for the hotel room and the promo rate is only good for Friday night... Quote
APE Posted February 7, 2014 Posted February 7, 2014 I e-mailed them and asked some questions. The registration ends Monday at noon. Shortly after they will do the lottery and let everyone know. If you don't get in you can still take part in the events you just can't camp in the park and can bring one guest with you. Sent from my SAMSUNG-SGH-I747 using Tapatalk Quote
Ride On_17 Posted February 10, 2014 Posted February 10, 2014 Well, I'm now officially registered for the campout. I'm crossing my fingers and am really hoping I get selected in the lottery. I know that I'd still be able to go and do the other events but the camping is the whole reason why I signed up. Quote
jcgoble3 Posted February 10, 2014 Author Posted February 10, 2014 I registered yesterday. I really hope I get chosen, because otherwise I can't do this at all. I don't have the money for a hotel room, so camping for free is the only way I can go. But if I don't get chosen, that's OK also, because I wasn't planning to go to Cedar Point this year anyway. So this would just be a nice bonus. 1 Quote
Ride On_17 Posted February 10, 2014 Posted February 10, 2014 ...I wasn't planning to go to Cedar Point this year anyway. So this would just be a nice bonus. U mad bro? Quote
jcgoble3 Posted February 10, 2014 Author Posted February 10, 2014 ...I wasn't planning to go to Cedar Point this year anyway. So this would just be a nice bonus. U mad bro? ...huh? I knew last fall that I would not have the money for Cedar Point in the budget this year, between the cost of admission (Platinum Pass upgrade/daily tickets) and a hotel room. Overnight travel, period, just isn't in the cards for this year. But if I can camp for free and get free admission, then I'll be grateful for the opportunity, and I'd be a fool to pass it up. 2 Quote
Ride On_17 Posted February 10, 2014 Posted February 10, 2014 Haha I can't even imagine not going to Cedar Point. But the budget issues would definitely make sense. Then hopefully you get to go! 1 Quote
thedevariouseffect Posted February 10, 2014 Posted February 10, 2014 If you can't afford a hotel, just sleep in the car. As an employee, many a night I stayed in the car..especially when pleasing you people during Coastermania..Stayed up late putting the ride to bed and transferring, wake up early to get her ready for y'all One night even got to the ride early and slept in controls lol 3 Quote
jcgoble3 Posted February 10, 2014 Author Posted February 10, 2014 And where do I park the car safely to sleep? I don't think CP allows overnight parking in their main lot, and the hotel lots require a reservation to get past security. Transmitted from Wild Space via my datapad's DROID brain Quote
thedevariouseffect Posted February 10, 2014 Posted February 10, 2014 Lol employee lot by the dorms, HR. Etc...been there done that. Honestly though you can get a hotel for 40 bucks or a tad more down at the Motel 6 off of Rye Beach road and Rt 6 Quote
jcgoble3 Posted February 10, 2014 Author Posted February 10, 2014 You've "been there done that" because you were an employee there. I am not. As for hotels, unless I'm staying in an on-site hotel or camping, I prefer Wyndham brands so I can get (or redeem) rewards points. I could get a room at the Knights Inn in Sandusky for 8,000 points, but for a seven-hour turnaround, I'm very hesitant to stay off-site because that would cut into my sleep time and would mean having to drive in the morning while probably not fully awake. Quote
thedevariouseffect Posted February 10, 2014 Posted February 10, 2014 The hotel I'm referring to is literally 6-7 minutes tops in your driving up the road. I've stayed at the Knights Inn there, it's a bit more expensive during the season. When I can get a King Suite w/ Jacuzzi for 30 or so bucks, I can't do it during the normal season lol. But again, the parking lot next to Louies/Common dorms, easy spot to park and sleep, did it during the season last year. On point parking, yeah they're not going to look through cars. I only got woken up once when I slept on point by a maint. guy making sure I was ok, that was it. But ah well..just throwing it out there 1 Quote
APE Posted February 10, 2014 Posted February 10, 2014 Has anyone received any kind of notification from Cedar Point about the Coaster Campout? Tony Clark said on Twitter people would be notified "soon" three hours ago. I'm wondering what soon means to them? Quote
jcgoble3 Posted February 10, 2014 Author Posted February 10, 2014 ^ Probably a few days. Registration is still open. Quote
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