CANCELED: Southwest Tour - Valley of Fire - October 23-25, 2020

[4U2NV]

***EVENT NOTE AS OF SEPTEMBER 25, 2020***

Hello everyone,

I am sad to say that the SW Tour - Valley of Fire trip is cancelled. I am disappointed that the event, which has already been postponed once, is still not at a time when it is safe to travel.

Before coming to this decision, I researched the latest trends on the infection rates for the virus, and the short-term outlook is not good. Forbes reported that the increased travel during the Labor Day weekend has caused infection rates to spike. You can read about that here, Forbes Article Link. Additionally, Johns Hopkins Coronavirus Research Center ranks Clark county (Las Vegas) in Nevada as one of the top ten hotspots in the nation. Here is the Johns Hopkins map of the US indicating all the COVID-19 hotspots.

I would be devastated to hear that anyone has come ill or died due to contracting the virus as a result of attending an event that I organized. This is not the time to be organizing large gatherings of people. It would be irresponsible to move forward and host an event that encourages people to travel at this time. There are too many points of contact when traveling that can lead to catching and spreading the virus. This is not how we will beat this pandemic. The sooner we can get this pandemic under control, the sooner we can travel freely again.

I sincerely hope that the SW Tour - Valley of Fire event will happen next year, but no new dates have been set at this time.

Thank you, and stay healthy!
Jason


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Join the S2KCA Southwest Tour - Valley of Fire
Since we all had so much fun at the Southwest Tour 2019, we wanted to create another event for everyone to enjoy. Our new adventure explores the Las Vegas, NV area. We will travel through the Valley of Fire, enjoy a day on the Las Vegas Strip, and check out the views from Mt. Charleston. We have three full days of planned activities. The event is planned during the Fall weather, so the temperatures will still be pleasant. Join the party with all of our friends in the Southwest region. Everyone is welcome, but you must be an S2KCA member to attend the event.



Day 1 (Friday, October 23) - Welcome to Las Vegas Sign / Mt Charleston / Neon Museum
09:30 - 10:00 -- Leave Hilton Lake Las Vegas Resort and Spa
10:00 - 10:30 -- Arrive at the Las Vegas Sign
10:30 - 11:30 -- Tour the Carroll Shelby Museum
11:30 - 01:00 -- Drive to Mt Charleston
01:00 - 02:00 -- Lunch break at Mt. Charleston Lodge
02:00 - 02:45 -- Tour the scenic stops
02:45 - 03:30 -- Travel to the Neon Museum
03:30 - 04:30 -- Tour the Neon Museum
04:30 - 05:00 -- Return back to the Hilton Lake Las Vegas Resort and Spa


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Day 2 (Saturday, October 24) - Live it up on the Las Vegas Strip
Meet in the hotel lobby and take the shuttle to the Las Vegas Strip. We leave our cars protected in the hotel lot while we take the hotel shuttle to the Las Vegas strip. Do some shopping, maybe a little gambling, and possibly go to a show. Details for the Las Vegas trip can be discussed and finalized once the event is set up.

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Day 3 (Sunday, October 25) - Hoover Dam / Valley of Fire
09:00 - 09:30 -- Leave Hilton Lake Las Vegas Resort and Spa
09:30 - 11:30 -- Arrive at Hoover Dam and do the Dam tour
11:30 - 12:45 -- Drive to lunch at Bourbon Street Sports Bar
12:45 - 02:00 -- Drive to Valley of Fire State Park
02:00 - 04:00 -- Tour the scenic stops in the park
04:00 - 05:15 -- Return to Hilton Lake Las Vegas Resort and Spa

[4U2NV]

New Hotel Reservation Information Posted



HILTON LAKE LAS VEGAS RESORT & SPA
Surrounded by the Mojave’s mountains and desert, the Hilton Lake Las Vegas is a 30-minute ride to the Las Vegas Strip via our shuttle service. This four star resort has a Mediterranean-style spa and a pool with private cabanas. Explore the adjacent attractions in MonteLago, a Tuscan-inspired village with a marina, shops, and water sports or enjoy a massage at the Spa Ravella.

The daily resort charge includes:

• Internet Access
• Vegas Strip Shuttle
• Free Parking
• Spa Fitness Studio Access
• Two Bottled Waters Each Day
• Daily Beverage Voucher

Hotel: Hilton Lake Las Vegas Resort and Spa
Check-in: Thursday, October 22, 2020
Check-out: Monday, October 26, 2020
Reservation Link: https://www3.hilton.com/en/hotels/ne...KHF/index.html

Best Rate as of July 30th: $185/night (plus resort fee and tax) Dream Away Promotion Rate - Hilton Honors Member


This rate is subject to change. Make your reservations as soon as possible to guarantee the best rate.

[4U2NV]

Attending List

Post in this discussion thread if you plan to attend the Southwest Tour - Spring 2020 - Valley of Fire. I will update this post with the list of everyone attending the event.

4U2NV - Jason
R.Murphy - Roseanne
Sandman - Sandeep
Fokker - Michael
s2kbobby - Bob & Rachel
jukngene - Gene & Bea
joephotographer - Jim
Kyras - Patty
RobM - Bob & Guest
jgadams - Greg & Karen
AZS2KDancer - Mark & Karen
speedracer - John & Magali
soshfty - Amaan
acr671 - Alexander

[Sandman]

I'm in for this even if I have to ride my bicycle.

[Fokker]

I guess I could tag along.

[s2kbobby]

Bob and Rachel will attend since we missed your Arizona trip last year.

[4U2NV]

List has been updated.

[JoePhotographer]

Booked! It'll be a 2-day drive from OKI, but I'm excited to join you in this tour!

I should be able to get to Tinker AFB (OK), which will break up the trip fairly evenly.

[Fokker]

Booked a room. I'm committed now (to something other than the nut house).

[AZS2KDancer]

We’re going to talk about this and hope to have a decision within a week or so. We only get so many days off each year and we already have three big trips next year. I used to have frequent trips to Las Vegas for many years. The lure of the lights and tables has waned. Yet the dam tour I have not done in decades and it will bring back memories to visit Red Rock State Park again if we can make it.

[R.Murphy]

^^
I have been to the dam and took a tour, but it was quite a few years ago now. I'm looking forward to the driving and the scenery and, of course, seeing people I haven't seen in awhile.

This trip might give me a deadline and incentive for an aftermarket seat cooler project.

[JoePhotographer]

^^
This trip might give me a deadline and incentive for an aftermarket seat cooler project.

Seat cooler project??

[R.Murphy]

Seat cooler project??

With all of these ride and drive events I've been doing, I have found a few things that the newer cars have which I wish the S2000 had. Some things are not possible. Others are achievable. The seats in the S2000 already have perforated sections and air can flow through that. Kits exist for this. I plan to look into that and, if it's doable on my budget and skill set, I plan to give it a shot.

This is something which might be great for a midwinter tech day here in SoCal.

[Stuka]

Sounds like a great idea, let me know how you do! I've often wanted cooled seats, but couldn't come up with a doable solution.
Upholstery is not my best skill, although I can do a great fix on scuffed discolored seat bolsters with leather stain.
FYI To find a $33 to $60 simple solution alternative try Amazon "Air conditioned seat cushion" not factory installed or stock looking but is, I imagine, functional.

[R.Murphy]

Sounds like a great idea, let me know how you do!

Of course I'll post about it. I mean... did you think for even a split second that I wouldn't?

If I'm able to do anything with this idea, I will definitely post in the appropriate sub-forum for that and share with everyone.

[JoePhotographer]

I plan to look into that and, if it's doable on my budget and skill set, I plan to give it a shot.

Keep me posted, as I want to look into that, as well as, seat warmers! It's the Midwest, ya know! Early Spring and Autumn (we drive until the salt and snow stop us!), the warmers would be a nice addition.

[4U2NV]

I discovered that the Carroll Shelby Museum in located in Las Vegas. I am shifting the drive days to add this stop to our trip.

[s2kbobby]

Funny, he doesn't look like Matt Damon.

[Rocketman]

[AZS2KDancer]

That’s funny. I just saw Ford vs Ferrari today.