TENTATIVE Event Schedule for MH99 (AF99-West :) (long)

["Buchholz, Steven" <Steven.Buchholz@kla-tencor.com>]

In an attempt to drum up more support for including the Monterey Historics
as an "officially sanctioned" AudiFest event, I thought I'd post the current
TENTATIVE listing of the events that are being planned as part of the
Monterey Historic Automobile Races/Pebble Beach Concourse d'Elegance ... it
was put together by Mike Veglia (thanks Mike!) and is certainly still a work
in process.  Some of the names and places may change, but you can see the
sorts of things that are anticipated ... I have to say that any and all
suggestions for changes and/or new events are welcome too!

> If we choose to make it a qlist event as well (AudiFest) we can certainly
> feel free to schedule other events in addition to the "official" ones
> listed here.  This listing is being prepared by the group that is working
> through AQCUSA and Audi in preparation for the coming event.  
> 
> The biggest thing that I see that is missing is a driving event.  I
> personally think that the best alternative would be to stage an autocross
> type of event at the nearby Marina airport.  Thinking about it now, MH
> attracts a lot of marque clubs, and Marina is a well known venue for AX
> events around here ... this may not be as easy as I once thought.  There
> are a couple of "nearby" race tracks (Buttonwillow and Thunderhill) which
> would probably be available on a weekday either before or after the
> historics for a track event.  I've never had anything to do with a track
> event, so I don't feel qualified to run it myself ... but then I'm
> convinced that it would be the perfect icing for the cake, so if noone
> else steps up to the plate I might just do it myself!  BTW, I've already
> got Scott Fisher signed up to put together a driving event on local roads
> so that you out-of-towner can have a sampling of the boring roads we have
> to put up with in this area ... :-)
> 
> Steve Buchholz
> San Jose, CA (USA)
> 
> P.S. - there are two e-mail lists that anyone wanting to keep up to date
> with the planning as it progresses might want to consider scrubsiding to
> ... first is the AF99 list, which is the list where discussions about the
> locations and events for quattro list members to get together (such as the
> Pikes Peak Hillclimb for the past two years) are discussed.  The second
> list is created to be a list for San Francisco Bay Area Audi/quattro fans
> to talk about local activites, but currently this list is primarily being
> used to discuss preparations for the historics).  If any of you wants
> information on subscribing to either or both lists let me know and I'll
> get it to you.  
> 
> ... did I say the following list is the TENTATIVE schedule? ... :-)
> 
> 
> MH99 tentative schedule of events and alternate activity advice
> 
> Check-In
> Wednesday-Sunday, August 25th-29th
> All registrants are required to check in with us to pick up their Corral,
> dinner, and their information packets. Check-in will be held at the
> following sites:
> 
> Butts Audi Welcoming Reception
> Wednesday, August 25th, x to x PM
> The first event of the "weekend" (if you didn't arrive earlier to enjoy
> the "Pre-Historics" the weekend prior) is the Welcoming Reception, held at
> Butts Audi , Wednesday evening. Butts Audi is the local dealer, and can be
> found at (? Address #) Geary Plaza in Seaside. Hors d'oeuvres and drinks
> will be served. 
> 
> Wash and Vacuum Session
> Thursday, August 26th, x to x AM
> Butts Audi, (? Address #) Geary Plaza in Seaside, will sponsor a car
> cleaning corral on Thursday morning. Free water, soap, towels and rags
> will be on hand. Premium car care products will be available to purchase.
> This event will be an excellent opportunity for you to clean and detail
> your car after your drive to the Monterey Peninsula. Coffee and pastries
> will be offered. For those who wish to have detailing done for them, we
> have made arrangements with the following car detailers to perform the
> work for a fee. 
> 
> Rally
> Thursday, August 26th, x to x PM
> 
> The Rally will be a group drive that starts at (Barnyard Shopping Center?
> This seems like a good spot as we could then view the PB Rally as it
> passes down Carmel Valley Road-insert plug for the Carmel Motoring Company
> here too*it is a cool store!). It promises to be a great drive down the
> coast Highway 1 to Big Sur and back. (?) This drive is well known as one
> of the most scenic drives in the nation and must not be missed. The start
> will be begin at (?) and you will be self-guided with a map provided in
> your member packet. (?)
> 
> The Second Annual Pebble Beach Tour
> Thursday, August 26, 10:00 AM starting time
> The following is an activity some people may wish to take in on an
> individual basis.
> Open only to cars participating in Sunday's Pebble Beach Concours
> d'Elegance. It will commence at
> 10:00am at the Polo Field in the Del Monte Forest in Pebble Beach. Just
> under 50 miles, The Tour will wind its way through 17 Mile Drive in Pebble
> Beach and visit Pacific Grove, Monterey, Carmel Valley, Carmel and will
> finish back at the Polo Field in Del Monte Forest.
> 
> Concours Italiano
> Friday, August 27, 9:00 AM to 4:30 PM
> Concours Italiano is a celebration of Italian style, centered around 500
> Italian automobiles held at the Quail Lodge Resort in Carmel, California.
> In 1999, Concours Italiano celebrates 100 years of Fiat, with a
> comprehensive and exciting array of Fiat automobiles.
> 
> To purchase tickets in advance until August 1st, 1999 (no waiting in
> line), mail a check, or fax credit card, to:
> Mail: P.O. Box 1015, Mercer Island, WA. 98040 USA.
> Fax: USA + 425-646-5458
> Email: concours@maseratinet.com
> 
> We need to decide if this will be an individual activity, or if we wish to
> pursue corral space there (like Porsche did). If we do make this an
> official event, the starting time for the corral is between 7:30 and 8:00
> AM. I would also suggest we make a morning driving event along with this
> event*starting at The Hyatt, south on Hwy 68 to Salinas, south on Hwy 101
> to Greenfield, north on Carmel Valley Road to the Quail Lodge Resort.
> 
> Club Banquet at The Hyatt
> Friday, August 27th ?:00 PM
> This event is our club banquet for the weekend. This will be a gathering
> not to be missed featuring guest speakers from Audi*
> 
> 
> Monterey Historic Auto Races
> Friday through Sunday, August 27th through 29th, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM
> Friday's events are all practice sessions. 
> Saturday and Sunday fields are different cars racing each day. Practice
> sessions are in the morning, races are in the afternoon. Bring plenty of
> film, sunscreen, and good walking shoes. Plan to spend some time wandering
> the paddock area to view the historic racing cars close-up. The Quattro
> Club Corral will be open for those cars who hold passes at (?:00) AM.
> There will also be a Parade Lap at lunchtime for a limited number of
> Corral participants. We will also be holding an Audi Concours event in the
> Corral area.
> 
> 
> Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance
> Sunday, August 29th, 10:30 AM to 4:30 PM
> Exhibiting prewar and postwar along with the latest in concept car
> designs, the Pebble Beach Concours
> is the premiere Concours in the world. This event is located at The Lodge
> at the Pebble Beach Resorts(r), on the 18th Fairway adjacent to the
> Pacific Ocean Coastline. Take Highway One to the Monterey Peninsula.
> Follow "Pebble Beach Concours" signs to 17 Mile Drive in Pebble Beach, CA.
> Prewar Feature 1999 
> Packard
> Postwar Feature 1999 
> Audi
> New and Special Classes
> Annual Concept Car Display on Upper Lawn 
> Second Annual Tour of the Monterey Peninsula 
> Lagonda's Centennial 
> 40th Anniversary of the Maserati 5000 GT
> For Additional Information:
> P.O. Box 1288
> Carmel Valley, CA 93924
> Phone: (831) 659-0663 * Fax: (831) 659-1822
> E-mail: info@pebble-beach-concours.com
> 
> Other Auto Related Events
> Various dates and times throughout the weekend.
> The following are events that will be of interest to the automotive
> enthusiast. There are not formal plans for club members to take in these
> events as a group but we encourage you to check them out if interested.
> 
> Christie's at Pebble Beach Resorts
> For catalogs and information:
> Phone: 800/395-6300 fax: 310/385-2699 
> 
> Blackhawk Collection Exposition of Classic Cars at Pebble Beach Resorts
> For catalogs and information:
> Phone: 510/736-3444 fax: 510/736-4375 
> 
> 14th Annual Monterey Sports Car Auction at the Doubletree Hotel at
> Fisherman's Wharf
> For information:
> Phone: 800/211-4371 fax: 519/351-1337
> 
> Brooks Car Auction Carmel
> For information:
> Phone: (415) 391-4000
> 
> Other Non-Auto Related Events
> There are many interesting activities and places to visit on the Monterey
> Peninsula. Included in your information packet please find more
> information on the Monterey Area. Some highlights include:
> 
> Monterey Bay Aquarium
> Time: Allow approximately three hours for your aquarium visit. The
> aquarium is designed as a self-guided tour, with volunteer guides at
> various locations.
> For information:
> Phone: (831) 648-4860
> Web: http://www.mbayaq.org/
> 
> Group Drives
> There are a number of group drives of various lengths being considered at
> this time. The planned drive is the Rally on Thursday, August 26th. Maps
> for all other routes considered will be provided for those who wish to
> explore on their own or in smaller informal groups.
> 
> Hearst Castle
> Located 90 miles south of Monterey is the famous Hearst Castle. Plan to
> spend an entire day if you wish to make this trip and tour. Reserve your
> tour tickets well in advance for this popular attraction.
> For information:
> Phone: (800) 444-4445
> 
> Wine Tour
> A map of area wineries with tasting rooms will be provided for you to use
> for a self-guided wine tour. There are 6 wineries in Carmel Valley alone!
> 
> Point Lobos State Preserve
> Put on your walking shoes, pack a lunch and water, and head out to see
> some of the most beautiful natural beauty the world has to offer. Point
> Lobos State Preserve offers walking trails with unsurpassed scenic beauty
> made famous in photographs by some of the most famous nature photographers
> in the world.
> For Information:
> Phone: (831) 624-4909
> 
> Golfing
> If you are a golfer you already know of the Monterey Peninsula. Make your
> plans well in advance as most courses are booked way in advance.
> Information:
> Web: http://www.monterey.com
> 
> Ocean Activities
> The Monterey area is world famous for scuba diving. There are many
> businesses that offer scuba equipment rentals, classes, and group
> excursions. There are kayak rentals and chartered boat rides available at
> the wharf and Cannery Row areas.
> 
> Shopping
> Carmel offers a unique shopping experience that should be considered for
> those not interested in automotive enthusiast activities.
> 
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