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fldead1
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Late solo arrival Jul 31, 2018 20:05:28 GMT -5 war fart likes this

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Post by fldead1 on Jul 31, 2018 20:05:28 GMT -5

So I've been twice. First year field of (oh wait) do not mention that (car camping line), and 2 years later in a hotel taking the shuttle. This year I'm flying into Charlottesville around noon on Saturday, and if everything falls into play correctly, I should be knocking on Lockn' festival gates about 2:30ish. Can anyone give me any advice coming in as a late arrival with minimal gear in car camping (Very small rental)? Something xtra I should bring from Wally?

Thanks!

Fldead1

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Andie Bee Old Head Posts: 1,585 If I could add one artist to the 2023 lineup: Dave Mason!! Number of LOCKNs attended: 6	Late solo arrival Jul 31, 2018 21:18:27 GMT -5 buddy74 likes this Quote Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Member Give Gift Back to Top Post by Andie Bee on Jul 31, 2018 21:18:27 GMT -5 Hello there! You've got this! Wet wipes are a godsend when it's hot and muggy.
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Late solo arrival Jul 31, 2018 22:07:31 GMT -5

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Post by smosey wales on Jul 31, 2018 22:07:31 GMT -5

for a short stay you will be good with whatever. Bring in ice for your new found friends.

Too late to die young

Feb 12 Billy Strings NFK
Feb 18 Marshall Tucker Band Philly
Feb 25 Marcus King Band NFK
April 6 Rosanne Cash NFK
April 15 James McMurtry NFK
April 20 Little Feat VaBeach
April 21 Blackberry Smoke NFK
July 2 Last Fair Deal w/John K VaB
July 23 Dave Mathews Band VaB
July 26 Robert Earl Keen C'ville
July 28-31 Floyd Fest BFE
Sept 24 Southern Culture on the Skids VaB
Nov 19 Dark Star Norva
Dec 3 Sky Dog VaB

fldead1 Dire Wolf K.C. Moan.... Posts: 97	Late solo arrival Aug 1, 2018 10:59:43 GMT -5 Quote Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Member Give Gift Back to Top Post by fldead1 on Aug 1, 2018 10:59:43 GMT -5 Ice. Got it. I remember it being expensive. Which CC lot do you guys think I'll end up in? Thx!

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Late solo arrival Aug 1, 2018 11:07:39 GMT -5

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Post by smosey wales on Aug 1, 2018 11:07:39 GMT -5

Can't predict lots yet because we don't know the order they will load them in, but if it's like last year, the Oak Ridge section near the show field entrance was the last one filled.

Too late to die young

Feb 12 Billy Strings NFK
Feb 18 Marshall Tucker Band Philly
Feb 25 Marcus King Band NFK
April 6 Rosanne Cash NFK
April 15 James McMurtry NFK
April 20 Little Feat VaBeach
April 21 Blackberry Smoke NFK
July 2 Last Fair Deal w/John K VaB
July 23 Dave Mathews Band VaB
July 26 Robert Earl Keen C'ville
July 28-31 Floyd Fest BFE
Sept 24 Southern Culture on the Skids VaB
Nov 19 Dark Star Norva
Dec 3 Sky Dog VaB

The Other One Cowboy Neal Posts: 12,099 If I could add one artist to the 2023 lineup: Dead and Company featuring Johnny Slayer Number of LOCKNs attended: 7	Late solo arrival Aug 1, 2018 14:22:01 GMT -5 Quote Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Member Give Gift Back to Top Post by The Other One on Aug 1, 2018 14:22:01 GMT -5 Anti Monkey butt
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fldead1 Dire Wolf K.C. Moan.... Posts: 97	Late solo arrival Aug 2, 2018 21:29:45 GMT -5 Quote Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Member Give Gift Back to Top Post by fldead1 on Aug 2, 2018 21:29:45 GMT -5 Was the food vending good last year? I haven't been for a few years. Local healthy options or just carnival food? Thx for the advice peeps!
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Late solo arrival Aug 2, 2018 21:39:43 GMT -5

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Aug 2, 2018 21:29:45 GMT -5 fldead1 said:

Was the food vending good last year? I haven't been for a few years. Local healthy options or just carnival food?

Thx for the advice peeps!

The food I had was great. Love the Gouda Boys. For a real treat see if you can track down an OG LOTZACheese grilled cheese sammie...I know there was healthy food, I just didn't eat any. Vendor list will be released **soon**...

Every day is just a new chance to stumble. - BMFS
Buy the ticket, take the ride...

the KIND 1/26
Dead Reckoning 1/27
Daniel Donato 2/3
St. Patty's Day Party 3/16
Del McCoury BAnd 4/25
About Time Music Festival 5/3-4
Rooster Walk 5/23-26
Floydfest 7/24-28
Yarnival 10/24-26

fldead1
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Late solo arrival Aug 2, 2018 22:05:37 GMT -5

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Post by fldead1 on Aug 2, 2018 22:05:37 GMT -5

Unfortunately I'm Gluten Free due to RA (I love my breads :{). Fortunately my health has improved greatly since I changed my diet! Enough that I can join all you crazy's for a serious party! So just trying to figure out if I need to bring what I need to live for a couple of days, or can count on some healthier options from the food vendors?

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Late solo arrival Aug 2, 2018 22:40:23 GMT -5

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Aug 2, 2018 22:05:37 GMT -5 fldead1 said:

Unfortunately I'm Gluten Free due to RA (I love my breads :{). Fortunately my health has improved greatly since I changed my diet! Enough that I can join all you crazy's for a serious party! So just trying to figure out if I need to bring what I need to live for a couple of days, or can count on some healthier options from the food vendors?

I would bring what you need just in case 'cause Lockn's gonna Lockn...

Every day is just a new chance to stumble. - BMFS
Buy the ticket, take the ride...

the KIND 1/26
Dead Reckoning 1/27
Daniel Donato 2/3
St. Patty's Day Party 3/16
Del McCoury BAnd 4/25
About Time Music Festival 5/3-4
Rooster Walk 5/23-26
Floydfest 7/24-28
Yarnival 10/24-26

smosey wales
Merry Prankster

Disguised as a squirrel

Posts: 14,260

If I could add one artist to the 2023 lineup: Anyone? Anyone?
Number of LOCKNs attended: 6

Late solo arrival Aug 2, 2018 23:41:43 GMT -5

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Post by smosey wales on Aug 2, 2018 23:41:43 GMT -5

Aug 2, 2018 22:40:23 GMT -5 The Other One said:

Aug 2, 2018 22:05:37 GMT -5 fldead1 said:

Unfortunately I'm Gluten Free due to RA (I love my breads :{). Fortunately my health has improved greatly since I changed my diet! Enough that I can join all you crazy's for a serious party! So just trying to figure out if I need to bring what I need to live for a couple of days, or can count on some healthier options from the food vendors?

I would bring what you need just in case 'cause Lockn's gonna Lockn...

Agreed but the food in the past has been good, varied and healthy alternatives. If you have restrictions best to eat early as they might sell out esp. with a larger crowd.

Too late to die young

Feb 12 Billy Strings NFK
Feb 18 Marshall Tucker Band Philly
Feb 25 Marcus King Band NFK
April 6 Rosanne Cash NFK
April 15 James McMurtry NFK
April 20 Little Feat VaBeach
April 21 Blackberry Smoke NFK
July 2 Last Fair Deal w/John K VaB
July 23 Dave Mathews Band VaB
July 26 Robert Earl Keen C'ville
July 28-31 Floyd Fest BFE
Sept 24 Southern Culture on the Skids VaB
Nov 19 Dark Star Norva
Dec 3 Sky Dog VaB

fldead1 Dire Wolf K.C. Moan.... Posts: 97	Late solo arrival Aug 3, 2018 21:35:09 GMT -5 Quote Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Member Give Gift Back to Top Post by fldead1 on Aug 3, 2018 21:35:09 GMT -5 Great to hear! I'm sure I'll "get what I need". Had a great week. Gearing up to have some fun!

macfawlty
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Late solo arrival Aug 20, 2018 12:40:24 GMT -5

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Aug 2, 2018 22:05:37 GMT -5 fldead1 said:

Unfortunately I'm Gluten Free due to RA (I love my breads :{). Fortunately my health has improved greatly since I changed my diet! Enough that I can join all you crazy's for a serious party! So just trying to figure out if I need to bring what I need to live for a couple of days, or can count on some healthier options from the food vendors?

I'm with ya. I found plenty of food options. If you're GF, you're probably used to finding something to keep you going and have less appetite than the carb-addicted. The ultra-allergic celiacs might be challenged. Bring some decent plastic cutlery since you won't have the convenience of holding a sandwich, sporks are few and far between and don't work well for anything. Peace Tacos were my fav in previous years... Corn tortillas. I've found that cider on ice is much more refreshing than a beer when it's hot. There were a few good cider vendors last year.

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Late solo arrival Aug 20, 2018 12:50:59 GMT -5 thewomenaresmarter likes this

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Aug 2, 2018 21:29:45 GMT -5 fldead1 said:

Was the food vending good last year? I haven't been for a few years. Local healthy options or just carnival food?

Thx for the advice peeps!

It's not like carnival food. There may be a few carny-type vendors, but they're the exception. It's more like the food-truck options you see in the city or other festivals.

When I first started doing camping festivals I'd bring food and never eat it 'cause the food vendors were so good at the fest. Now, I just bring coffee and something for a quick breakfast bite in the a.m. The breakfast and coffee lines can be pretty long in the a.m. KIND bars are good in a pinch. Festival food has become a big part of the experience for me. I have my list of go-to food vendors I look forward to every year, stuff I can't find at home.

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