Bunnies and mooses and groupies, Oh my!!! The Wilderness Lodge groupies thread. 4.0

[lisah0711]

Lisa - Yes, I headed back so soon but it wasn't really a Disney trip save for the fact I stayed at SSR. I never stepped foot inside a park for the 6 days we were there. Spent almost all of our time at the softball field. The family is heading back for President week and staying in a Fort Wildreness Cabin. Got a great AP rate.

Glad to hear that you had a good time and enjoy your trip next month!

Eliza, I will echo what others have said here. We just went for our first Christmas trip -- it is getting too hard to miss school. We were up at o' dark thirty and at rope drop every day. Gathered fast passes, took a break in the afternoon and did just fine. It wasn't the same as January when we usually travel but it worked for us.

Horselover, glad that you are okay after your accident. When I had a deer collision it knocked out my front headlight -- although you couldn't tell from looking at it -- so be sure they check your headlights. DH had a deer collision a couple of weeks after mine, no damage to the deer or the vehicle but DS came home and reported "Dad hit a deer and said a bad word!"

Happy belated birthdays to DLI and Jimmy!

Have a great day groupies!

 

[twinklebug]

10 day countdown to Kidani (not VWL, but the next best thing ) I always get excited & nervous about long trips. Finally called my mom to tell her we'll be in the area. She's doing her usual "you couldn't possibly stay entertained at disney for all that time, so we'll have to 'rescue' you" bit. This is why I didn't want to tell her too early - can you imagine all the plans she'd have made for us?

OK - I thought about keeping it a secret, but I just told DD she'll be doing the Richard Petty Drive Along experience while we're down there. She's not quite a nascar fan but loves race cars & cars in general... she was crying! Typically Disney charges $109 for this... with our APs it'll be free with the promotion so why not try it? BTW - I won't be going for the ride although I love driving and the G-force feel as I know I'll embarrass myself getting out of the car as there are no doors (I seriously believe a moose would have an easier time of it, antlers and all. )

Horselover - sorry to hear about your incident. Glad you're OK. My ex hit a deer on 495 in a Lincoln Continental. It destroyed the car's grill, hood and windshield. After an impact like that needless to say the critter didn't fare well. A tow truck operator stopped by to ask the ex if he could take the deer. The State trooper who stopped by after the tow truck left was more interested in who took the animal than in the condition of the car. Seems it's illegal to take deer even if it's roadkill.

Poor Bambi

 

[Inkmahm]

10 day countdown to Kidani (not VWL, but the next best thing ) I always get excited & nervous about long trips. Finally called my mom to tell her we'll be in the area. She's doing her usual "you couldn't possibly stay entertained at disney for all that time, so we'll have to 'rescue' you" bit. This is why I didn't want to tell her too early - can you imagine all the plans she'd have made for us?

OK - I thought about keeping it a secret, but I just told DD she'll be doing the Richard Petty Drive Along experience while we're down there. She's not quite a nascar fan but loves race cars & cars in general... she was crying! Typically Disney charges $109 for this... with our APs it'll be free with the promotion so why not try it? BTW - I won't be going for the ride although I love driving and the G-force feel as I know I'll embarrass myself getting out of the car as there are no doors (I seriously believe a moose would have an easier time of it, antlers and all. )

Horselover - sorry to hear about your incident. Glad you're OK. My ex hit a deer on 495 in a Lincoln Continental. It destroyed the car's grill, hood and windshield. After an impact like that needless to say the critter didn't fare well. A tow truck operator stopped by to ask the ex if he could take the deer. The State trooper who stopped by after the tow truck left was more interested in who took the animal than in the condition of the car. Seems it's illegal to take deer even if it's roadkill.

Poor Bambi

How do you get Nascar ride for free? What promotion?

We're here at Beach Club villas and loving it. Epcot was empty today. Ate at Chefs de France for the first time ever and thought it was really good for lunch. In a few minutes we leave for our beloved lodge- eating dinner at Artist Point tonight.

 

[horselover]

Horselover, glad that you are okay after your accident. When I had a deer collision it knocked out my front headlight -- although you couldn't tell from looking at it -- so be sure they check your headlights. DH had a deer collision a couple of weeks after mine, no damage to the deer or the vehicle but DS came home and reported "Dad hit a deer and said a bad word!"

Can't get away with anything with kids around! I did check my headlights & directionals & both were ok. Dropping the car off tomorrow at the auto body shop. Hopefully it won't take too long because we don't have rental on our insurance policy. Between the deductible & the rental costs it couldn't have come at a worse time. Sigh. But the car is not totaled & I'm fine so must look at the bright side!

10 day countdown to Kidani (not VWL, but the next best thing ) I always get excited & nervous about long trips. Finally called my mom to tell her we'll be in the area. She's doing her usual "you couldn't possibly stay entertained at disney for all that time, so we'll have to 'rescue' you" bit. This is why I didn't want to tell her too early - can you imagine all the plans she'd have made for us?

OK - I thought about keeping it a secret, but I just told DD she'll be doing the Richard Petty Drive Along experience while we're down there. She's not quite a nascar fan but loves race cars & cars in general... she was crying! Typically Disney charges $109 for this... with our APs it'll be free with the promotion so why not try it? BTW - I won't be going for the ride although I love driving and the G-force feel as I know I'll embarrass myself getting out of the car as there are no doors (I seriously believe a moose would have an easier time of it, antlers and all. )

Horselover - sorry to hear about your incident. Glad you're OK. My ex hit a deer on 495 in a Lincoln Continental. It destroyed the car's grill, hood and windshield. After an impact like that needless to say the critter didn't fare well. A tow truck operator stopped by to ask the ex if he could take the deer. The State trooper who stopped by after the tow truck left was more interested in who took the animal than in the condition of the car. Seems it's illegal to take deer even if it's roadkill.

Poor Bambi

Yay for you & 10 more days! We have 40 to go & I'm counting every one!

Love your DD's reaction to the Petty experience. Hope she has a wonderful time! Hang in there with your mom!

I didn't know it was illegal to take the deer. It's funny that you mentioned the tow truck driver wanting to take it because that's exactly what my mom said probably happened to "my" deer when I went back & it was gone. I'm hoping it just ran off.

We're here at Beach Club villas and loving it. Epcot was empty today. Ate at Chefs de France for the first time ever and thought it was really good for lunch. In a few minutes we leave for our beloved lodge- eating dinner at Artist Point tonight.

I'm so happy to hear you say that. I have a lunch ressie to eat there on our last day in March. Have never been there before but wanted to try something new & it's a pretty easy walk from BCV! Hope your dinner at AP is wonderful!

 

[twinklebug]

How do you get Nascar ride for free? What promotion?

We're here at Beach Club villas and loving it. Epcot was empty today. Ate at Chefs de France for the first time ever and thought it was really good for lunch. In a few minutes we leave for our beloved lodge- eating dinner at Artist Point tonight.

Artists point. Yea! I keep telling myself my kids are mature enough for there, but the two of them keep proving me wrong.

The AP offer is a 3 lap Ride Along for AP holders 14 and up (under 18 need a parent to sign) for free. The typical Ride Along is 8 laps, but is $109. EEK! Right now the promotion is scheduled to go on until March 1st 2010.

It sounds like a lot of fun even just to watch, I plan on filming DD's ride but am not sure where I'll be watching from or how easy it will be to tell when it's her turn. Just head over to the race track, if you're using Disney transportation simply go to the TTC and wait for the racetrack van at a stop out in front of the kennel (just repeating what I've heard) there should be a sign.

They'll take your info, suit you up, bundle you into a car and zip you off. It's first come first serve, No appointment is necessary but my bet is the earlier you go the better. Also, if there's a Nascar event going on I'm sure all rides are canceled or delayed. I saw a list somewhere... if I find it again I'll post a link.

 

[twokats]

twokats--Happy belated birthday! Hope you are staying warm.




Dory: Thanks for the wishes. I have been warm. I am running so much taking care of my family and my mother that I have not really been bothered by the cold this time. Getting a little tired of all the rain, but am so thankful that the temps have stayed above 32. I don't drive on snow and ice.

Also to horselover, glad you are ok.

Happy belated birthdays to Eliza, JimmyTammy and DLI.

 

[horselover]

So I'm driving to work this morning & come around the bend & there in the middle of the road are 3 big deer just standing there staring me down. I of course stop. They don't move & then a 4th deer comes out of the woods (the baby). As soon as the baby ran across they left. As if that wasn't enough on the way home from work as I'm driving by the same spot I look to the side & there is one still standing there watching! Do you think deer seek revenge on people?

 

[stopher1]

as I'm driving by the same spot I look to the side & there is one still standing there watching! Do you think deer seek revenge on people?

Wow. Hopefully you won't find them in your driveway next...

 

[stopher1]

Our DME tags arrived in the mail Saturday for our planned March visit to the Lodge. We secured the services of my in-laws to come from the west to stay with our kids while we're gone (actually booked their plane tickets too) - I've got the time-off request approved "tentatively" so as long as this pesky little potential hiccup with work doesn't flare up - we'll be at the Lodge in 37 days. And to top it off, my DW came sidling up to me yesterday nudging me with her shoulder asking what we're doing for our anniversary since her dad let it out of the bag that they're coming in March so we can get away. I really hope this works out...

 

[jimmytammy]

So I'm driving to work this morning & come around the bend & there in the middle of the road are 3 big deer just standing there staring me down. I of course stop. They don't move & then a 4th deer comes out of the woods (the baby). As soon as the baby ran across they left. As if that wasn't enough on the way home from work as I'm driving by the same spot I look to the side & there is one still standing there watching! Do you think deer seek revenge on people?

In the words of Carol Ann from "Poltergeist 2", their back!! I cant help but joke with you a bit, horselover. We have a lot of deer in our neck of the woods and see them sometimes in our yard. 4 have been hit and killed in just the past month right at our house. Its sad but just when you think they are all gone, you see another one that isnt familar.

All the deer around our place, I have yet to hit one. But 2 yrs ago, Tammy and I were driving on Hwy 12 near Bodie Lighthouse on the Outer Banks, when wham, out of the blue a huge deer smashed into the side of our van. I saw his eyes right at me! We were traveling about 25 mph, so cant imagine how it feels to be zipping along with the same impact. I dont think it killed the deer, but have a feeling he would remember me seeing me so close up

 

[MiaSRN62]

I'm driving by the same spot I look to the side & there is one still standing there watching! Do you think deer seek revenge on people?

Too funny horselover ! Watch your back I say !

Maria

 

[jimmytammy]

Tammy and I were on the computers a few days back when I discover that we can purchase a Sunpass(the tag you see on FL. vehicles for toll roads to keep them moving along while the rest of us have to divvy up dollars and cents). We started taking the toll rd 417 that connects I-4 to WDW from around Sanford to bypass Orlando. It costs about $6.50 but is worth it to me for the road less hassled.

Anyway, I get excited cause I find out we can buy one where you pay for it as needed. Tammy has a friend that lives in Congress Park in Orlando that got us one from a local grocery store and sent it to us by mail. In essence, we will feel like Floridians zipping through the toll booths, and we wont be slowed down by change counting, therefore, we will arrive at WL that much sooner

 

[Muushka]

Artists point. Yea! I keep telling myself my kids are mature enough for there, but the two of them keep proving me wrong.

The AP offer is a 3 lap Ride Along for AP holders 14 and up (under 18 need a parent to sign) for free. The typical Ride Along is 8 laps, but is $109. EEK! Right now the promotion is scheduled to go on until March 1st 2010.

It sounds like a lot of fun even just to watch, I plan on filming DD's ride but am not sure where I'll be watching from or how easy it will be to tell when it's her turn. Just head over to the race track, if you're using Disney transportation simply go to the TTC and wait for the racetrack van at a stop out in front of the kennel (just repeating what I've heard) there should be a sign.

They'll take your info, suit you up, bundle you into a car and zip you off. It's first come first serve, No appointment is necessary but my bet is the earlier you go the better. Also, if there's a Nascar event going on I'm sure all rides are canceled or delayed. I saw a list somewhere... if I find it again I'll post a link.

I have done the ride-along (paying for it at Lowes). It was 3 laps, sadly not 8. I think when you do the driving experience, it is 8 laps. Mr Muush did the driving.

It was a lot of fun. And when I saw what the driving experience entailed, I understood why they charged what they did!

Enjoy!

So I'm driving to work this morning & come around the bend & there in the middle of the road are 3 big deer just standing there staring me down. I of course stop. They don't move & then a 4th deer comes out of the woods (the baby). As soon as the baby ran across they left. As if that wasn't enough on the way home from work as I'm driving by the same spot I look to the side & there is one still standing there watching! Do you think deer seek revenge on people?

Our DME tags arrived in the mail Saturday for our planned March visit to the Lodge. We secured the services of my in-laws to come from the west to stay with our kids while we're gone (actually booked their plane tickets too) - I've got the time-off request approved "tentatively" so as long as this pesky little potential hiccup with work doesn't flare up - we'll be at the Lodge in 37 days. And to top it off, my DW came sidling up to me yesterday nudging me with her shoulder asking what we're doing for our anniversary since her dad let it out of the bag that they're coming in March so we can get away. I really hope this works out...

Awwwww What a great husband you are!

Tammy and I were on the computers a few days back when I discover that we can purchase a Sunpass(the tag you see on FL. vehicles for toll roads to keep them moving along while the rest of us have to divvy up dollars and cents). We started taking the toll rd 417 that connects I-4 to WDW from around Sanford to bypass Orlando. It costs about $6.50 but is worth it to me for the road less hassled.

Anyway, I get excited cause I find out we can buy one where you pay for it as needed. Tammy has a friend that lives in Congress Park in Orlando that got us one from a local grocery store and sent it to us by mail. In essence, we will feel like Floridians zipping through the toll booths, and we wont be slowed down by change counting, therefore, we will arrive at WL that much sooner

My kind of thinking! That traffic can be a pain. Last time we drove, we were going to be driving through Orlando right at peak traffic time (5 PM). So we stopped at the outlet stores in St. Augustine and then had late lunch/dinner to slow us down. It worked out great and we were heading to OKW, so the urgency just wasn't there. But this Dec, we will be at VWL, so time will be an important factor! I might try to talk Mr Muush into 417. Thanks for the tip.

 

[Granny]

Hi Groupies!

Sorry I missed all the birthday celebrations...but a belated to Eliza, Jimmy and DLI!!

I really feel out of sorts with my WDW planning as it's already February and I haven't booked anything for this year. I'm in the job search mode so it's hard to book something without knowing what's going on in that part of the life.



But I do have a trip booked next month for DW, DD and myself to go visit my other DD in Ireland! My older daughter is studying abroad near Dublin and we are going during the younger daughter's spring break March 13-20. That's right...we'll be in Ireland for St. Patrick's Day!

So we're very excited about that trip which has been in the works for quite a while.

Also, please don't worry about my work thing. I've had some offers but have been enjoying my time off since Christmas. Now I'm ready to get back into the work thing but will be looking for something with more flexibility. I'm in a better position than many who have been laid off due to my age and the age of my daughters.

I am hoping to book a trip to WDW some time in April or May for DW and I. And probably a return trip to Hilton Head in October or November since we enjoyed that so much. I'll post the dates when I book them.

Best wishes to all Groupies, and may God bless you all.

 

[eliza61]

Hi Groupies!





But I do have a trip booked next month for DW, DD and myself to go visit my other DD in Ireland! My older daughter is studying abroad near Dublin and we are going during the younger daughter's spring break March 13-20. That's right...we'll be in Ireland for St. Patrick's Day!

So we're very excited about that trip which has been in the works for quite a while.

Also, please don't worry about my work thing. I've had some offers but have been enjoying my time off since Christmas. Now I'm ready to get back into the work thing but will be looking for something with more flexibility. I'm in a better position than many who have been laid off due to my age and the age of my daughters.

I am hoping to book a trip to WDW some time in April or May for DW and I. And probably a return trip to Hilton Head in October or November since we enjoyed that so much. I'll post the dates when I book them.

Best wishes to all Groupies, and may God bless you all.

Hey Granny,
Glad to hear from you. Wow what an exciting trip. Ireland is on my top five places to visit. You're going to have to fill us in on how the Irish celebrate St. Patty's day.
mini trip report is definitely going to be required.

 

[Granny]

Hey Granny,
Glad to hear from you. Wow what an exciting trip. Ireland is on my top five places to visit. You're going to have to fill us in on how the Irish celebrate St. Patty's day.
mini trip report is definitely going to be required.

Of course there'll be an off-topic short trip report, complete with pix!

I'm told that St. Patrick's Day in Ireland is not as big as in the United States. Somehow, going to the bars for a drink doesn't strike them as anything special.

 

[bobbiwoz]

Granny, have fun in Ireland.

Actually, I came on the thread to ask if anyone has seen otters around the VWL, the lake or anywhere near there recently?

Bobbi

 

[jimmytammy]

Hi Groupies!

Sorry I missed all the birthday celebrations...but a belated to Eliza, Jimmy and DLI!!

I really feel out of sorts with my WDW planning as it's already February and I haven't booked anything for this year. I'm in the job search mode so it's hard to book something without knowing what's going on in that part of the life.



But I do have a trip booked next month for DW, DD and myself to go visit my other DD in Ireland! My older daughter is studying abroad near Dublin and we are going during the younger daughter's spring break March 13-20. That's right...we'll be in Ireland for St. Patrick's Day!

So we're very excited about that trip which has been in the works for quite a while.

Also, please don't worry about my work thing. I've had some offers but have been enjoying my time off since Christmas. Now I'm ready to get back into the work thing but will be looking for something with more flexibility. I'm in a better position than many who have been laid off due to my age and the age of my daughters.

I am hoping to book a trip to WDW some time in April or May for DW and I. And probably a return trip to Hilton Head in October or November since we enjoyed that so much. I'll post the dates when I book them.

Best wishes to all Groupies, and may God bless you all.

Hey Granny

We are going to be at WDW from Apr 30 til May 7. Maybe we will finally get to meet!

 

[horselover]

But I do have a trip booked next month for DW, DD and myself to go visit my other DD in Ireland! My older daughter is studying abroad near Dublin and we are going during the younger daughter's spring break March 13-20. That's right...we'll be in Ireland for St. Patrick's Day!

So we're very excited about that trip which has been in the works for quite a while.

Oooooo Granny that sounds wonderful! Ireland is high on my list of must visits. Land of my ancestors you know (some of them anyway)! Can't wait to hear all about it. We need a leprechaun smiley. I guess the shamrock is close enough.

 

[KAT4DISNEY]

The AP offer is a 3 lap Ride Along for AP holders 14 and up (under 18 need a parent to sign) for free. The typical Ride Along is 8 laps, but is $109. EEK! Right now the promotion is scheduled to go on until March 1st 2010.

It sounds like a lot of fun even just to watch, I plan on filming DD's ride but am not sure where I'll be watching from or how easy it will be to tell when it's her turn. Just head over to the race track, if you're using Disney transportation simply go to the TTC and wait for the racetrack van at a stop out in front of the kennel (just repeating what I've heard) there should be a sign.

They'll take your info, suit you up, bundle you into a car and zip you off. It's first come first serve, No appointment is necessary but my bet is the earlier you go the better. Also, if there's a Nascar event going on I'm sure all rides are canceled or delayed. I saw a list somewhere... if I find it again I'll post a link.

Thanks for the info on the ride-along. I had seen the info and wanted to try it at the end of the week but didn't know how to get there. I don't know what I'll think if I get to do it. I've been in a car going about 80-90 (not me driving!) and it scared the bejezus out of me! I've been hang gliding and that didn't scare me as much! Still, gotta try and do it!

Horselover - how you doing? Are you in hiding? Maybe a protection program?! Don't let them know you are afraid!