SUMMER FRENZY in York, PA

[Aaron]

Team 11 is intrested in going... if we get everything working again, or even if we don't

[MrsT]

According to Ron Karpinski, these teams have shown interest:

7
84
116
306
339
341
365
487
539
768
111
1123

Harass your mentors....get your team on that list!

How about a leisurely summer road trip??......we're 1-2 hours from Philadelphia, Baltimore, Gettysburg, Washington

Or an outdoor adventure??......Corry Robotics may be CAMPING nearby.....like they did for the MD state fair

Lisa T

[MrsT]

According to Ron Karpinski, these teams have shown interest:

7
84
116
306
339
341
365
487
539
768
111
1123

oops....that should be 1111 .....not 111

[dk5sm5luigi]

I haven't heard much about this in a while. From the last post it looks like you are short a few teams. Are you still looking for more?

[MrsT]

Here's the latest from Ron Karpinski:

One month to SUMMER FRENZY!!

15 teams have shown interest and some (3) even have actually sent checks. THANK YOU.

7, 84, 116, 225, 306, 339, 341, 357, 365, 487, 539, 768, 1111, 1123 & 1279.

The $150 entrance fee was only meant to make sure teams were serious about attending.
(IF we needed the money to hold this event it would be cancelled!)
We are fortunate to have gotten sponsorship to cover the arena and court to fulfill our intent of returning that money to you.
A lot of work has gone into this event, in lieu of a deposit check, we need your commitment (by email) that you will attend NOW.
THIS EVENT DEPENDS ON YOU.

The parking is FREE!
The arena is AIR CONDITIONED!

We are trying to fill out a 16 team schedule. (teams 11 & 859 ?)
If you know of any other Teams have them contact me ASAP.

Schedule: Saturday August 14th
Pit opens at 7:30
8:00 - 9:00 Practice
9:00 Opening Ceremonies
9:30 Qualifying Matches (4)
12:00 - 1:00 Lunch
1:00 - 3:30 Qualifying matches (4)
3:30 Alliance selection
4:00 - 5:00 Elimination Matches
5:00 Awards

Sunday August 15th 9:00 - 3:00, for those interested, the court will be used for promoting FIRST.
We will be doing Demos and have several robots for the public to actually use.
If you wish to participate please let me know.

There will be NO IR Beacon for autonomous.
The only rule changes will be to have only 10 point penalties for minor violations (DQ's for serious violations).

Please visit the York County Fairgrounds web site (www.yorkfair.org) for directions, lodging info. If you need assistance please contact me.

Cabin Fever Model Engineering Show (www.cabinfeverexpo.com )will be our host for this event. There will even be RC cars and boats sailing on a lake. ($7 admission to the public).

Questions? Suggestions? Send them along.

If you'd like to come, please contact Ron directly at rgk@ycs.k12.pa.us
Thanks
Lisa

[Ashley Weed]

I'm hoping being the countdown to Summer Frenzy is real close that someone from 225 or the vicinity of York, PA is lurking the forums. I am trying to find information regarding the actual fairgrounds and if there would be enough parking area to park a 30 foot motor-home. Do they have special RV parking? Any information would be helpful, thanks.

[Dave_222]

As far as i know 222 plans on attending. Should be a great event.

[Dorienne]

Just letting you know, Team 007 is definitely coming to Summer Frenzy. See you guys there!
--Dori

[Greg Perkins]

Ill see you all there, I SHALL BE REFFING!!! anyone stop me and say hi, it will be the farthest competition i''ve been to that i reffed at. I shall be there in tow with ashley.

[Rabbit222]

I'm looking forward to this comp. It's gonna be big and good luck to all teams going.

[MrsT]

The frenzy is rising!!!

Mike Wade delivered court today. Ron Karpinski said the venue is awesome (I couldn't make it over today) and the Iron Fever sponsor guy is already talking about NEXT YEAR!

Update on teams. It was last posted that these would attend:

7, 84, 116, 225, 306, 339, 341, 357, 365, 487, 539, 768, 1111, 1123 & 1279

For various reasons 306, 365, & 1279 have regretfully dropped out, but 11 may attend.

I just burned 2 disks of Frenzy music.....nice mix of alternative, rock, techno, hip hop, and silly dance types. Volume level will be at the discretion of Iron Fever Sponsor guy.

There is enough sponsor $ to return your entry fees AND a little prize money!

We've got a lot of locals that have never seen our bot in action. Please help us put on a good show. What we lack in numbers, we'll have to make up in SPIRIT!


Lisa T

[westfalia]

i can't wait till this saturday! woohoo! who cares how many teams are there, we'll definitely show all the spirit we can, I know Miss Daisy will! (For all who don't remember, we typically have a nice african drum along with us to boost the groove... that's me) I've been to the cabin fever expo for the last two (?) years now, and I can tell you, we'll be competing in the right place- talk about a good audience, knowledgeable engineers all wondering what type of energy fuels our robots... If this expo is anything like the cabin fever one, the reason I mention fuel is because half the show is gas-powered engines, and the other half is air-pressure engines. when I go I always keep a lookout for inexpensive used tools. I'll do the same at this one.. if i have free time! See you all there.

[JudyVandy]

Chuck's getting ready to travel. We're bringing him in a van this time--the truck just may be a little too exposed to the weather this weekend!

We're looking forward to seeing everybody there and having a great time!

[OZ_341]

Team 341 is looking forward to seeing everyone at Summer Frenzy.

Can't wait to play!!

Thanks to Team 225 and Mike Wade for putting together this event.

I second that, I'm so excited to be able to come! Just 19hrs, 20mins. until we're in the bus...19hrs, 18mins...17mins...225 and Mr. Wade have always put on one of the best off-season comps, and I'm not sure if I can wait that long until it begins .