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I went to my first Oshkosh three years ago. It was the first time I lived
within driving distance (Cleveland). The last two years I've flown from
California via airlines. Can't wait to fly the Lancair there!
Some advice, as requested --
#1) There's no such thing as "too early" when making reservations.
#2) If you're going by airlines and Oshkosh itself is sold out, Appleton is a
good alternative. There are regular shuttle busses (buses?). Cost is
reasonable, I think $7 each way. Details are on the EAA web site.
#3) I've always camped. I stay with an EAA chapter I used to belong to when
I lived in Cleveland. They stake out a campsite the weekend before the show
starts. There's always camping space at Camp Scholler, even if you're not
fortunate enough to have someone claim a space before you get there, but it
becomes quite a hike if you arrive late. My son (he's 16 now and I'm 42) and
I take the shuttle from Appleton and walk about a mile from the bus stop to
the camping site. Everything on our backs. The trek back is harder because
we have so much extra stuff.
#4) Camping facilities are excellent, as camping goes. Warm showers, too,
but it's a unique experience hosing yourself down with a kitchen sink spritzer
hanging from the ceiling. (no joke!) You don't need to bring cooking gear.
#5) There's no such thing as "good coffee" at Oshkosh. If you're a Starbuck
snob (as I am) you're roughing it, but it's worth it.
#6) Wear good walking shoes. You'll be walking at least 13 hours per day.
And not minding.
#7) There isn't enough time to see everything. Not even close. Decide early
what to skip. See it next year.
#8) Prepare for every type of weather except snow. A warm jacket, a pocket
sized poncho, and shorts. Hopefully all you'll need are the shorts.
#9) Bring a hat with a big brim. Make sure your ears are covered. You'll be
outside in the sun all day.
#10) Start each day with an empty backpack. A daypack is fine. You'll want
to put all the handouts, catalogs, and new toys in there. (I guess it's
obvious that my son and I spend a lot of time at the exhibitor booths.)
#11) Bring more money than you think you'll need. Actually, plastic is good
-- accepted most places, except maybe for the food stands.
#12) Go to the Lancair dinner. Saturday nite. I'm gonna miss it this year
-- my parents 50th wedding anniversary is in Boston on Sunday -- and I wish it
were possible to do both.
Can anyone add to this? Especially those of you who either fly your own
airplanes there or stay in hotels?
- Rob Wolf
rwolf99@aol.com
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