As for the oct 6 blackhatter par
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Member No.: 325
Joined: 10-November 05
Here's the latest on the bookings. I've reserved the lower level of the "Elephant and Castle" pub in Rideau Centre for 6 pm on Saturday, 06 Oct 07. Anyone can start showing up around 5:30ish if they so desire. This pub closes as of midnight, however there are a lot of bars/pubs within a 2 block radius for those who plan on making it an alnighter. For those who do not know Ottawa, the Rideau Centre is right beside the Parliament grounds, University of Ottawa, NDHQ, the Byward Market and a 3 minute walk from the National War Memorial.
I'm closing a deal with the Westin Hotel, which is attached to the Rideau Centre, to get a special rate for this reunion. I will have confirmation within a day or 2, and by Friday I will be able to post the hotel details and room rate. The good thing about the Westin is that all you need to take is the elevator and you will be at the pub. No need to go outside, drive or take a cab. I've talked to 4 other hotels in the immediate vicinity and their rates averaged $150 per night plus taxes/charges. These other hotels were either a 3 minute walk to a 20-25 minute walk from the pub.
I chose the Westin due to the fact that it is all under one roof and it is a nicer end hotel. I should be able to secure a rate somewhere around the $150 range when their regular rate is usually between $190-220. Standby for more details as soon as I get confirmation. I will post the exact rate along with the reservation number, hotel address and any other details that you will need to quote so as to get this rate.
I hope that most people will be happy with this plan. The Westin is the only hotel who was willing to accommodate a deal for us. I'll post the exact room details as soon as arranged.
Later...
Mike.
so there you go you guys that know the ottowa area,you can make your cheaper arrangements, this is open to still serving members and all till 109 lets meet and greet and talk about old times,myself wild billy Fawcett and Bruce Montrose are coming togethor from the east,I sure would like to see again all trades from the rcds,12rbc,8ch and straths that i served with since 76 to 96 and all others before and after.
heres a reason to get out of dodge for a couple of days.
Don Barry
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