Updated 7/12/09

Northern California, Nevada, Utah

January 2009 Update:

HAPPY NEW YEAR!!! 2009 is upon us and September is closer than you think.

If you have not decided to go to Bowling Green, I encourage you to start now. You do not want to miss this grand opportunity to share in the limelight of this National Caravan and in the comradery of your fellow Corvette enthusiasts from all over the world. If you can't make the complete trip, plan on a portion that is closer to your restraints. "Support Cars" are always welcome.

The route, departure times and hotel information are posted below.

We will depart from Club Auto Sport on Saturday morning at 11:00am. You can find directions to this fine commercial garage condominium on their website www.clubautosport.net. There will be a pancake breakfast for you prior to our departure time. The San Jose Fire Museum will be in charge of the breakfast.

When departure time comes, we will be escorted by the California Highway Patrol to the freeway under the auspices of the 9-11 Foundation. Their office is a block away. (hint)

We are scheduled to have a parade lap and barbeque at Miller Motorsports Park when we arrive in Salt Lake City.

All Northern California, Nevada, Utah participants should sign up for the Miller Motorsports stop in Salt Lake promptly. A head count is needed.

Miller Order Form
Miller Flyer

Our midday stop in Grand Junction will be at the same shopping center that was used in 2003. The Grand Junction Team is working on gas discounts at a local station.

We are working on two more stops and will let you know of the new developments as they solidify.

Flags and Static Clings are now available for sale. Flag $15 each. Static Cling $10 each.

The Caravan Celebration is from September 3 thru September 5. This schedule is an overview for our caravan. The departure times may change to facilitate event time arrival.

The travel times are computer generated. It may take some of you a little longer, but I know there is an "A" type personality hidden in most Corvette owners, so some may make it a little faster.

FRIDAY NIGHT AUGUST 28, 2009 - SAN JOSE
HOLIDAY INN SAN JOSE
PHONE M-F 8 A.M. TO 5 P.M.
1-408-793-3947 / STEPHANIE JAMES
EMAIL stephaniej@hisanjose.comstephaniej@hisanjose.com
60 Blocked Rooms are under "Corvette Caravan" $79.00 + FEES.

SATURDAY NIGHT AUGUST 29, 2009 - RENO/SPARKS
GRAND SIERRA RESORT AND CASINO
1-888-877-8944 Monday through Friday 9 A.M. to 5 P.M. for personal service, or leave a message.

SUNDAY NIGHT AUGUST 30, 2009 - HILTON SALT LAKE CITY AIRPORT
5151 W WILEY POST WAY
SALT LAKE CITY, UTAH 84116
INDIVIDUAL CALL IN:
Each individual guest must make their own reservations by calling 1-801-539-1515 by 6/31/2009. They must identify themselves as members of the Corvette Caravan 2009 Group. All reservations must be guaranteed and accompanied by a first night room deposit or guaranteed with a major credit card. $75.00 for the night (plus fees). The West parking area will be our departure point the next morning.

MONDAY NIGHT AUGUST 31, 2009 - DENVER, COLORADO
This night will be up to you to get your reservations. The departure point will be the Aurora Sports Park Tuesday morning. Your room should be within the Aurora area or the airport area. Check on MapQuest or a similar site for proximity of the hotels and park.

TUESDAY NIGHT SEPTEMBER 1, 2009 - TOPEKA, KANSAS
The following hotels are in the same area of Topeka, just off of Hwy 70. They are listed with the least expensive first:
Super 8 1-785-273-5100
Sleep Inn & Suites 1-785-228-2500
Country Inn & Suites 1-785-478-9800
Candlewood Suites 1-877-660-8545
Holiday Inn Express 901 SW Robinson Ave. 1-800-345-8082

WEDNESDAY NIGHT SEPTEMBER 2, 2009 - EVANSVILLE, INDIANA
The following hotels are in the same area of Evansville, Indiana. They are listed with the least expensive first:
Studio Plus 1-812-479-0103
Comfort Inn East 1-812-473-3600
Fairfield Inn 1-812-471-7000

THURSDAY NIGHT SEPTEMBER 3, 4 & 5, 2009 OR YOUR DEPARTURE DATE -
BOWLING GREEN, KENTUCKY
This will be your hardest reservation. For up to date information go to this web site http://www.visitbgky.com/caravan/ or call 1-800-326-7465 and talk to Duncan Hines. You will have to be very diligent to get your reservation made. Not everyone will be able to stay close to Bowling Green. There will be cancellations 90-60 days before the event when unfilled blocks and cancellations are returned to open status.

As always, if you have any questions please contact me, nor_cal_caravan09@msn.com or (707) 263-0823.

Thanks,

Steve Cleveland
Captain

Welcome to the home page for the Northern California Caravan
Labor Day Weekend 2009

Hello, my name is Steve Cleveland. I will be the Captain for the NorCal Caravan for 2009. I participated in the 50th Anniversary Caravan in 2003 and the experience was unbelievable and I am very excited about returning to Bowling Green and the NCM.

If you have participated in a prior Caravan, you know how exciting it is to be a part of a "world wide" supported event. I say "world wide" because there will be participants from outside of the USA to augment the "Greatest Sports Car in the World" enthusiasts here in the States.

        One block of six at Rio Vista, the 2003 Starting Point
If you have not participated in an event like this, don't miss this opportunity to experience the Corvette Community in a grand way. There will be many friends and acquaintances made from all over and you will have a better understanding of why Corvettes and their owners are envied. To be able to walk up and discuss the love of the your hobby with someone or a group that you have not met prior to that moment is remarkable, especially when all they want to do is expand on the pride of ownership and the exciting adventures the Corvette brings to us.

So, don't hesitate and plan your 2009 vacation around this fantastic event! You know it will be a great experience.

Thanks,

Steve Cleveland
Captain

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Steve Cleveland
nor_cal_caravan09@msn.com