theChad Posted April 19, 2022 Share Posted April 19, 2022 ATTENTION: Route change through Prescott. See details below! The 13th Anniversary of the annual Father's Day Cruise and Picnic is again scheduled for a wonderful drive to Cottonwood. The route via Skull Valley worked well last year, so I've updated the route accordingly to bypass downtown Prescott square. The last few years, several of us have driven around the corner from the park and grabbed a cold beer at THAT brewery. This is the weekend before Father's Day so everyone can still celebrate the holiday with family. The picnic destination in Cottonwood's Garrison Park has plenty of picnic bench seating under a huge ramada, and additional shade trees for those that want a true blanket picnic. You are required to bring your own sack lunch for a picnic. There's one large sized ramada with 6 picnic tables, a nearby restroom, and a playground. WHEN: Saturday, June 11th (Weekend before Father's Day) Destination: Garrison Park, Cottonwood, AZ (Picnic spot) Route: Google Maps Link (Also see below) Who: ACE members post up in this thread if you can make it, I'll update the 1st post with the list. @theChad +theSon - He's 16 now Should HE be allowed to drive a portion this year? @SixAddict +1Son w/Vette @Chameleon +1 @Footsam +1 @Randy Stone +1 @Vette R & D +1 @BlackDog @1 Sik GS +1 @chris & debby +1 @HOXXOH +1 @CrimsonNCream @geoWorm +1 @Jim W @nort99 +1 @Nvrl8t +1 @roneva +1 @aenigma +1 @taburris +1 @Madjam @steel99 +1 Some Camaro guy +Caboose pass @Kahuna1 ++more FB Group folks Extender32 +1 Dave64 +1 Logistics & Directions: Multiple valley congregation points will form and all proceed to the McDonalds @ I-17 / Carefree Hwy for the launch point or meet at the spot on the North edge of Wickenburg. SOUTH / EAST Side:AZ Mills El Pollo Loco (east side of mall) - Travel Time to McDonalds launch ~40 minutes - Suggested Departure 7:30am North Phoenix Launch Point: Departure Time @ 8:15AM McDonalds @ Carefree/I-17 (3140 W Carefree Hwy - Just East of I-17) West Phoenix Launch Point: Departure Time @ 8:15AM Greenway Crossings (Northeast corner of Loop 303 and Greenway Road) 16572 W Greenway Rd Surprise, AZ 85388 West / Yuma / Wickenburg: DQ/Mobile Gas @ 93N. & Vulture Mine Rd. - Departure Time @ ~9:15AM Pioneer Park / Prescott: Pioneer Park bio-break pitstop at the Kayla's Hands Playgroup parking lot (on top). - Departure Time @ ~10:45am Prescott ACE folks can join up here! Route: Google Maps Link Carefree Highway (AZ-74) to Wickenburg. AZ-89N toward Congress, up Yarnell Hill to Prescott - Copper Basin Rd. At Park Ave, turn right (North) to the tee (Gurley St.) Jog Right, then Left, back onto Grove Ave. Careful of the DIP ! Drive North, jogging left to stay on Miller Valley Rd., continuing North, past the Hospital at Whipple St. At Commerce Drive, turn Left (North), to Pioneer Park (Kayla's Hands Playground) - Departure @ 10:45 to 89A up Mingus Mountain, through Jerome, to Cottonwood's Garrison Park for the picnic. The THAT brewery stop is literally around the corner from the park and will be after lunch and has a large parking lot. What to bring / extra Info: Sack lunch & Drink Picnic blanket, folding chair - On-site facilities provide 6 picnic tables under the ramada. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Extender32 Posted April 19, 2022 Share Posted April 19, 2022 We're in. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SixAddict Posted April 20, 2022 Share Posted April 20, 2022 We are in. My son is in also. (With his own vette). 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chameleon Posted April 20, 2022 Share Posted April 20, 2022 IN! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Footsam Posted April 21, 2022 Share Posted April 21, 2022 David and Cindy are In! Let the son drive! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Randy Stone Posted April 28, 2022 Share Posted April 28, 2022 OH Yea, Count Trish and I in for this. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vette R & D Posted April 29, 2022 Share Posted April 29, 2022 Ron and Debbie are in! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chameleon Posted April 29, 2022 Share Posted April 29, 2022 On 4/19/2022 at 12:08 PM, theChad said: @theChad +theSon - He's 16 now Should HE be allowed to drive a portion this year? Oh, absolutely! I suggest I-17 from Camp Verde back to your house, so you can enjoy an extra beer at the brewery before departure! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BlackDog Posted April 29, 2022 Share Posted April 29, 2022 I'm in! Looking forward to it! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1 Sik GS Posted April 29, 2022 Share Posted April 29, 2022 Dee & I are in! Looking forward to it. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
theChad Posted April 29, 2022 Author Share Posted April 29, 2022 16 hours ago, Chameleon said: Oh, absolutely! I suggest I-17 from Camp Verde back to your house, so you can enjoy an extra beer at the brewery before departure! That's a great idea! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave64 Posted April 30, 2022 Share Posted April 30, 2022 Count us IN 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chris & debby Posted May 1, 2022 Share Posted May 1, 2022 Debby and I are in, looking forward to it 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HOXXOH Posted May 7, 2022 Share Posted May 7, 2022 Liz, my youngest daughter, will be going again this year. I'm still not up to letting her drive in the twisties. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chameleon Posted May 8, 2022 Share Posted May 8, 2022 22 hours ago, HOXXOH said: Liz, my youngest daughter, will be going again this year. I'm still not up to letting her drive in the twisties. What? Why not? Where is your sense of adventure??? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CrimsonNCream Posted May 13, 2022 Share Posted May 13, 2022 I am in. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
geoWorm Posted May 16, 2022 Share Posted May 16, 2022 Payton & Mary are in. We be staying at Hampton Inn Happy Valley Friday night. Any good dinner spots around that area? Cheers Payton 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HOXXOH Posted May 16, 2022 Share Posted May 16, 2022 39 minutes ago, geoWorm said: Payton & Mary are in. We be staying at Hampton Inn Happy Valley Friday night. Any good dinner spots around that area? Cheers Payton That area is loaded with restaurants. Pretty much any kind of food you can imagine within 1 mile of your hotel. Get a list from the front desk. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BlackDog Posted May 17, 2022 Share Posted May 17, 2022 On 5/15/2022 at 7:38 PM, geoWorm said: Payton & Mary are in. We be staying at Hampton Inn Happy Valley Friday night. Any good dinner spots around that area? Cheers Payton Depends on what you're looking for, and how much you want to spend. Osteria Mia is an excellent Italian place, but higher price point. If you're early enough, The Stillery is a new western bar. Good food, and live music everyday. It's crazy busy though. Many other options too. Enjoy! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
theChad Posted May 17, 2022 Author Share Posted May 17, 2022 On 5/15/2022 at 7:38 PM, geoWorm said: Payton & Mary are in. We be staying at Hampton Inn Happy Valley Friday night. Any good dinner spots around that area? Cheers Payton I've eaten at quite a few places in downtown, all good. And a bonus if you like wine. Look in this general area. All walking distances.https://g.page/merkinvineyards?share Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheCMSH Posted May 17, 2022 Share Posted May 17, 2022 Its mostly corporate dining in that general area. Mellow Mushroom, PF Changs you cant really go wrong. I would recommend Pita Jungle, local Phoenix chain, Mediterranean food; usually pretty solid. If you go west on Happy Valley across the freeway about a mile, look for Humble Pie. Gourmet pizza place, usually really solid as well Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Extender32 Posted May 22, 2022 Share Posted May 22, 2022 We are more than likely out as we are making an unplanned trip back home tonight due to a death in the family. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SixAddict Posted May 23, 2022 Share Posted May 23, 2022 7 hours ago, Extender32 said: We are more than likely out as we are making an unplanned trip back home tonight due to a death in the family. Sorry to hear this Gregg, thoughts and prayers for you and yours. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chameleon Posted May 25, 2022 Share Posted May 25, 2022 I am +1 now. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
theChad Posted May 25, 2022 Author Share Posted May 25, 2022 On 5/22/2022 at 2:48 PM, Extender32 said: We are more than likely out as we are making an unplanned trip back home tonight due to a death in the family. My condolences. We'll catch ya next time. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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