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  • EmBleve
    EmBleve Posts: 3,019
    cutz wrote:
    Sameoldfriend wrote:
    I live within half an hour of Alpine... True there isnt any any public transportation, however; It is very common for a group of people/bars/clubs/maybe even churches to book a private bus company to take them to and from the venue. They allow you to drink on the bus, and bring grills etc... and they park right near the gate. They also will stop wherever you want along they way. Just something to think about. Not to expensive either. Probably a few hundred bucks / 50ish people if it were organized right???

    Alot of times, and the cheaper route is that its a school type bus w/out a bathroom. It would be very easy to organize a group of people to group up and pitch in on a bus from any community within 60 miles of the venue. If/when its announced send me a pm and i can help find a bus service if needed.

    If someone is worried about bars/restaurants around there venue...there are tons. After all , it is Wisconsin, the drinking capitol of the US. You might not find them in a search, but they are all over the place, in the middle of nowhere. A busdriver will know dozens of places to stop otw. Bars in the middle of nowhere are part of the "Wisconsin charm" just ask anyone from the chicago area. Would be fun for someone used to barhopping in a city.

    This is a GREAT idea. Alot of us may want to do this. I know i will, if i can't get a hotel that is CLOSE. THANKS!!
    I agree, it is a great idea.
  • PRLJM1
    PRLJM1 Posts: 584
    EmBleve wrote:
    Payson wrote:
    Which hotel is it? I was in the area today and I heard that Hwy 83 was under major construction north of I-43.
    The Sleep Inn; the map says it's right at 43 and 83.

    Should be good there. I'm pretty sure the construction is further north and in town more.
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  • benbomb3
    benbomb3 Posts: 71
    Alpine is basically between Elkhorn and East Troy and I live in Elkhorn. I can tell you that the Hampton Inn and AmericInn in Elkhorn will be the two nicest hotels. The Hampton is basically brand new. The Crossroads Motel is not a bad place at all and is the closest to the venue (although Elkhorn is not big, they are all within 15 mins). The Thomas Motel is an absolute dump, don't stay there unless it is a last resort.

    Like a previous poster said, there are plenty of bars around, you just have to be willing to mingle with some harmless locals. I would definitely recommend the Hampton if you can get a room there. You are within walking distance of Culvers/McDonalds/Cousins and also a grocery and (more importantly) liquor store.

    If this does happen during Labor Day, that just so happens to be the weekend of the Walworth County Fair that takes place in Elkhorn. Lodging could be a little bit more in demand due to this. Also, if you're staying for the weekend and have some time to kill, go check out the fair and get a cinnamon roll from the Silver Dollar Bakery. You will NOT be disappointed.
  • Sprunkn7
    Sprunkn7 Posts: 5,286
    Thanks for the above info!
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  • TroubledSoul
    TroubledSoul Posts: 1,374
    i think the hampton was booked out about 2mths ago
    Yeh I've seen Pearl Jam, too. But I can't remember the dates.
  • RedMosquito22
    RedMosquito22 Posts: 8,158
    benbomb3 wrote:
    Alpine is basically between Elkhorn and East Troy and I live in Elkhorn. I can tell you that the Hampton Inn and AmericInn in Elkhorn will be the two nicest hotels. The Hampton is basically brand new. The Crossroads Motel is not a bad place at all and is the closest to the venue (although Elkhorn is not big, they are all within 15 mins). The Thomas Motel is an absolute dump, don't stay there unless it is a last resort.

    Like a previous poster said, there are plenty of bars around, you just have to be willing to mingle with some harmless locals. I would definitely recommend the Hampton if you can get a room there. You are within walking distance of Culvers/McDonalds/Cousins and also a grocery and (more importantly) liquor store.

    If this does happen during Labor Day, that just so happens to be the weekend of the Walworth County Fair that takes place in Elkhorn. Lodging could be a little bit more in demand due to this. Also, if you're staying for the weekend and have some time to kill, go check out the fair and get a cinnamon roll from the Silver Dollar Bakery. You will NOT be disappointed.


    Now I want a cinnamon roll with my morning coffee. Damn you. hahahahahahaha
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  • EmBleve
    EmBleve Posts: 3,019
    Payson wrote:
    Should be good there. I'm pretty sure the construction is further north and in town more.
    Good news. Thank you, I appreciate it!
  • cowboypjfan
    cowboypjfan Posts: 2,453
    What's up with Delevan? Seems nice and close to a couple of lakes.

    Thoughts on staying here?
  • newhall3
    newhall3 Posts: 62
    I booked a room at Country Inn & Suites, based on its proximity to Alpine Valley. Any locals have any info on that place? Not going to be in the hotel room much, but just curious. Thanks!
  • ScReaMing LunGs
    ScReaMing LunGs Posts: 171
    I'm looking at some other bands that are available around that date...

    Foo Fighters, Kings of Leon, Neil Young are all currently not booked to tour for that weekend. Assuming that one or two of these bands join PJ along with Soundgarden and Alice in Chains, is Alpine Valley large enough to accomodate the massive crowd that will be sure to want to come?
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    jordn6971 Posts: 675
    ScReaMing LunGs wrote:
    I'm looking at some other bands that are available around that date...

    Foo Fighters, Kings of Leon, Neil Young are all currently not booked to tour for that weekend. Assuming that one or two of these bands join PJ along with Soundgarden and Alice in Chains, is Alpine Valley large enough to accomodate the massive crowd that will be sure to want to come?

    Yeah 37,000 people I think it's one of the biggest venues in the country.
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  • RedMosquito22
    RedMosquito22 Posts: 8,158
    ScReaMing LunGs wrote:
    I'm looking at some other bands that are available around that date...

    Foo Fighters, Kings of Leon, Neil Young are all currently not booked to tour for that weekend. Assuming that one or two of these bands join PJ along with Soundgarden and Alice in Chains, is Alpine Valley large enough to accomodate the massive crowd that will be sure to want to come?

    Matt isn't going to play 2 sets, so you can pretty much rule out Soundgarden.
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  • cowboypjfan
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    RedMosquito22 wrote:

    Matt isn't going to play 2 sets, so you can pretty much rule out Soundgarden.

    Is that what he told you?
  • RedMosquito22
    RedMosquito22 Posts: 8,158
    crazypjfan wrote:
    RedMosquito22 wrote:

    Matt isn't going to play 2 sets, so you can pretty much rule out Soundgarden.

    Is that what he told you?

    No, but if you've seen how exhausted he is after a PJ show you would know that he isn't going to play another set.
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  • cowboypjfan
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    RedMosquito22 wrote:
    crazypjfan wrote:
    RedMosquito22 wrote:

    Matt isn't going to play 2 sets, so you can pretty much rule out Soundgarden.

    Is that what he told you?

    No, but if you've seen how exhausted he is after a PJ show you would know that he isn't going to play another set.

    I wouldn't rule it out though. Especially if Pearl Jam has some guest drummers...
  • DURP
    DURP OhighO Posts: 2,180
    d2farmer wrote:
    Well, I kind of hope it is at Alpine, since I live in Mil-town and it would only be a 40 minute drive, but I am also kind of hoping it is in Chicago. Is there any chance PJ throws a curveball and has this fest at Soldier Field? It would just be way more convenient for everybody with hotels, travel, location, etc.

    Also, from the looks of it from the 04/08/11 Walworth County Today, Alpine will allow camping this year w/75 sites limited to 6 persons a site and two cars. That just won't be enough IMO.

    http://walworthcountytoday.com/news/201 ... ne-valley/

    Thats what i have been thinking even before the Alpine Valley rumor. Why not Soldier Field? Chicago is a big city with plenty of hotels and has a major airport so people can fly in from around the world. Don't count out Soldier Field just yet (wishful thinking Fingers, toes and testicals crossed)
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  • RedMosquito22
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    DURP wrote:
    d2farmer wrote:
    Well, I kind of hope it is at Alpine, since I live in Mil-town and it would only be a 40 minute drive, but I am also kind of hoping it is in Chicago. Is there any chance PJ throws a curveball and has this fest at Soldier Field? It would just be way more convenient for everybody with hotels, travel, location, etc.

    Also, from the looks of it from the 04/08/11 Walworth County Today, Alpine will allow camping this year w/75 sites limited to 6 persons a site and two cars. That just won't be enough IMO.

    http://walworthcountytoday.com/news/201 ... ne-valley/

    Thats what i have been thinking even before the Alpine Valley rumor. Why not Soldier Field? Chicago is a big city with plenty of hotels and has a major airport so people can fly in from around the world. Don't count out Soldier Field just yet (wishful thinking Fingers, toes and testicals crossed)

    Do you think the Bears want people trampling their field a week before the season starts.
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  • cowboypjfan
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    RedMosquito22 wrote:

    Do you think the Bears want people trampling their field a week before the season starts.

    And for 2 or 3 days worth of trampling? I highly doubt Soldier Field is an option for this. However, I would be on a plane to see them play Wrigley in a heartbeat!
  • Solat13
    Solat13 Posts: 6,996
    RedMosquito22 wrote:
    DURP wrote:

    Thats what i have been thinking even before the Alpine Valley rumor. Why not Soldier Field? Chicago is a big city with plenty of hotels and has a major airport so people can fly in from around the world. Don't count out Soldier Field just yet (wishful thinking Fingers, toes and testicals crossed)

    Do you think the Bears want people trampling their field a week before the season starts.

    Well if there is a football season, the Bears are home on Thursday September 1st so that pretty much ends the Soldier Field idea.
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  • RedMosquito22
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    DURP wrote:
    d2farmer wrote:
    Well, I kind of hope it is at Alpine, since I live in Mil-town and it would only be a 40 minute drive, but I am also kind of hoping it is in Chicago. Is there any chance PJ throws a curveball and has this fest at Soldier Field? It would just be way more convenient for everybody with hotels, travel, location, etc.

    Also, from the looks of it from the 04/08/11 Walworth County Today, Alpine will allow camping this year w/75 sites limited to 6 persons a site and two cars. That just won't be enough IMO.

    http://walworthcountytoday.com/news/201 ... ne-valley/

    Thats what i have been thinking even before the Alpine Valley rumor. Why not Soldier Field? Chicago is a big city with plenty of hotels and has a major airport so people can fly in from around the world. Don't count out Soldier Field just yet (wishful thinking Fingers, toes and testicals crossed)

    The Bears have a home preseason game that weekend(Labor Day Weekend). You can officially forget about Soldier Field. And before you suggest Wrigley Field, the Cubs are at home against the Pirates that Weekend(Labor Day Weekend)
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