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Anyone from Cleveland have room for one more? I'll gladly chip in for gas and what not,even will consider traveling to C-Bus or Natti if I cant find a ride from Cleve. My car cant handle trip to Tenn and then potentially sitting in line for multiple hours. Thanks for any help in advance.
Every year, it's the worst part of the drive from Buffalo. It takes so long. And there is nothing but rest stops and Jesus signs. The one upside, is that we usually travel at night. So, just as the sun starts to rise we get to that beautiful "Welcome to Kentucky" sign and then the one thing that I like almost as much as the festival itself. It brings me a kind of fundamental happiness that I can't quite put into words. Any guesses?
Hey, besides the Jesus signs we also have signs for fireworks and porn shops, don't forget those. And perpetual construction. My favorite has always been the sign On I-90 ear the PA line that offers both fireworks AND karate supplies. Talk about one-stop shopping. Driving back from Kentucky to Cinci right at dawn is kind of pretty.
Anyway, what was the sight that makes you happy, other than leaving Ohio?
Hey ya'll, ive met some cool people carpooling from here before so thought id try again this year. I have a 5 seater kia rio thats pretty great on gas but can only hold so much other stuff besides people, it is a hatchback tho so that helps. Last year we had 2 people and about 4 peoples stuff in it, tents, etc. I'd love to find some people to go down with me or a convoy or perhaps somebody else with a better vehicle situation who wants to offer me a ride! either way get at me
Hello my fellow Ohioans! When is everyone heading down (day/time)? My groop is planning on staying in Nashy Wed night(leaving Cbus at 1pm EST) and waking up early Thu morning to get to the Farm. What's the typical wait time to get into the campgrounds Thu morning? Any advice for this first-timer would help!
Hello my fellow Ohioans! When is everyone heading down (day/time)? My groop is planning on staying in Nashy Wed night(leaving Cbus at 1pm EST) and waking up early Thu morning to get to the Farm. What's the typical wait time to get into the campgrounds Thu morning? Any advice for this first-timer would help!
My group got in line around 3AM, coming from Toledo, though we also went down to Nashville and came in from the south since they have had luck with that in getting a good camp site (last year was my first year). It worked out well for us, and we got in a little before 7.
As for advice:
To start, bring at least one spare set of keys. Make sure to keep all sets with different people. Last year my friend lost his only key to his car, and it turned into a $300 lesson for him to get a new one. Since there is only one company allowed on the farm for towing and lock smithing, it can be expensive and a long wait.
Now, know that your vehicle will be searched by the staff, and possibly by local law enforcement (not even including the possible random traffic stops you might face). Plan accordingly. Don't do anything stupid either if law enforcement searches you. They will tell you that if you have anything illegal, you'll be issued a fine, but allowed to go in to Bonnaroo so long as you tell them rather than them searching your vehicle. Take that for what it's worth.
Once you get to your camp, set up and immediately study your surroundings. Take note of what camp area you are in, what pods you are near, where you are in relation to rows/columns in regards to the roads. Look at the camps near you. Are there any unique tents nearby? Does one have a flag? Is it a good flag, like a Michigan Wolverines flag? (Don't kill me ) Make a note of where you are on your map if you have one. When drunk, it is exceptionally easy to get lost in the campgrounds.
After that, if you have time before centeroo opens, get some rest. The days get hot early, and you may find it hard to sleep after even 10 AM. Last year, Pretty Lights went on until about 5:30 AM, and it was too hot for me to sleep at 10 AM. Catch a little sleep throughout the days when you can. It helps to keep you fresh for the night, and the night life of Bonnaroo is something you don't want to miss.
Bring your own water. Bring a lot of it. Bring empty water bottles for the water stations. The water at those stations will have traces of sulfur and you will taste it. For people used to tap or purified water, it can upset your stomach to drink it. If you can, use the water stations for cleaning and keeping cool as opposed to drinking. However, note that some will have noticeably less of a sulfur taste. Visit those whenever you want to refill or have a drink. Bring some of your own food as well. It's expensive to eat at Bonnaroo, but worth it if you want to spend the money.
Bring sunscreen and apply it often. Sunburn is an easy achievement, and there are no points to add to your gamer-score for it. Bring a high SPF, especially if you have tattoos. Bring a hat as well, and it can keep you shielded from the sun and provide a way to sleep while keeping the sunlight off your eyes. Use your bandana wisely. Soaking it in cool water and then wrapping it around your neck can keep you cooled off.
Bring a first aid kit. Bring extra supplies for said kit. Remember that you will be on a farm camping for four days, so having the ability to clean and cover cuts can prevent infection. Change those bandages and clean the cuts a few times a day.
Bring insect repellant to keep them off of you. And be aware of your body and surroundings. There are ticks and fire ants at the farm. Not in large numbers, but being aware of where you sit can keep the ants off of you. Check your body for ticks. If you find one, do NOT try to remove it yourself. Go to a medical tent and ask someone there to remove it. The heads can break off under the skin causing infection if you pull them out wrong, so don't risk it.
On the subject of insects, keep your tent zipped up at all times. You may find bear sized spiders (or the elusive spider sized bear) in your tent if you don't.
Get better stakes for your tent and use them. It gets windy out there, and you don't want to get back to camp at night to find your tent blown away because of the stakes not being secured.
Keep your valuables locked up. At Bonnaroo, I doubt most anyone would steal, but theft is typically a crime of opportunity. Don't take the risk and leave anything of value in the open. I attach a lockbox to the car and keep my money in it so that it can't be taken unless the whole car is.
Drink responsibly. Keep yourself well hydrated, and if you drink alcohol, keep drinking water while you do. You do not want a hangover at Bonnaroo, and you especially don't want to get heat stroke or become dehydrated. Keep drinking that water every day and often.
Bring socks and underwear. Bring lots of each. Bring multiple pairs for each day (3 pairs per day at least) and underwear to change into each day. You do not want your feet getting and staying soaked, and it will start to feel nasty between your legs if you don't have anything to change into.
Bring baby wipes. They are a great alternative to a shower to give you a more clean, fresh feeling. Bring toilet paper as well. Bring plenty of it. You don't want to rely on there being any, or on someone providing you some. Also, it means if someone does need it, you will have spare.
Bring a few shirts and shorts so that you can have something to change into if one gets dirty and/or destroyed. Bring comfortable shoes even if you plan to wear sandals, flip flops, etc. The shoes will be good if it rains and at night. Bring warm clothes for night, it can get chilly. Bring a blanket. Having an extra layer to keep warm or a clean and soft spot to lay on the ground can be nice. Emergency blankets work well to keep warm as they are made out of a metal foil to reflect heat back onto you, and they are very light, though not a good choice on comfort. Don't rely on the grass for comfort either. It won't last long.
Most importantly, have fun. Bonnaroo is a great experience, and you don't want to fret over the little things. There is someone or someplace to get the necessities there, and the community is friendly and caring. Help out those who need it when you can. Be kind and understanding. Remember that you will be around people who are not always sober. If someone bumps you, it was an honest accident. Hell, at Paul McCartney last year, I had a girl quite literally fall into my lap. It happens. I was even on the drunk end when, according to my friend, I was on the ground flailing my hands over my head, felt someone's hat, picked it up, said "mine," and placed it on my face. The owner of the hat laughed and got his hat back, no harm, no foul.
Bonnaroo is a time to have fun, so enjoy it. Be friendly, be kind, be helpful, and in turn, I'm certain the rest will do the same for you.
Hello my fellow Ohioans! When is everyone heading down (day/time)? My groop is planning on staying in Nashy Wed night(leaving Cbus at 1pm EST) and waking up early Thu morning to get to the Farm. What's the typical wait time to get into the campgrounds Thu morning? Any advice for this first-timer would help!
Hope this doesn't come across as being a downer, but don't make plans for wait times to get it. This will be my 7th year and EVERY year has been different getting in line and through the gate. You can't really "plan" for it. Just have to go with it! I've gotten there and driven right from the highway through the gate with no waiting time what so ever and other times I've waited for 6 hours. It's very hit or miss. It depends on when you get there, what entrance you get routed to, when they REALLY open the gates (not always when they say, sometimes earlier, sometimes later) and also how strict the peeps are at the gate letting people through. I've always viewed it as a right of passage in a way. You have to do the time in line to appreciate what's on the other side of the gate. Just make sure you have snacks and TP just in case!
Hello my fellow Ohioans! When is everyone heading down (day/time)? My groop is planning on staying in Nashy Wed night(leaving Cbus at 1pm EST) and waking up early Thu morning to get to the Farm. What's the typical wait time to get into the campgrounds Thu morning? Any advice for this first-timer would help!
I've stayed in Nashville the Wednesday night before for the past couple of years and it has worked out very well. Coming from Ohio as well, I think it is better to head east on I-24 from Nashville rather than take the Chattanooga route that the website recommends.
Hello my fellow Ohioans! When is everyone heading down (day/time)? My groop is planning on staying in Nashy Wed night(leaving Cbus at 1pm EST) and waking up early Thu morning to get to the Farm. What's the typical wait time to get into the campgrounds Thu morning? Any advice for this first-timer would help!
my groop is doing the exact same thing. Leaving Columbus Wednesday afternoon, spending the night in Nashville, and leaving in the morning. Hope to see you guys out.
My husband and I are leaving Columbus Weds. morning and planning on having dinner in Nashville. We will possibly catch some local music. We plan on trying to get in line around midnight or 1 am.
False. And I don't even have emotions related to OSU aside from annoyance at traffic on 315 during football season.
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Whether or not OSU sucks is completely different than Columbus sucking.....
They both suck, ftr.
I do agree Columbus and OSU are totally different beasts. You've lived around Columbus a long time though, right? I'm curious where. I grew up south of Cleveland in a rural area, lived in St. Petersburg (Russia, not FL) for a summer, and moved to Chicago for the last few years for grad school. I am moving back to Columbus later this summer by choice. I think the suburbs can be soul-draining - and they are often what people refer to when they refer to Columbus since there are so many and they sprawl so much - but I have loved living in Italian Village, German Village, Old Towne East, and Clintonville. I could walk to a variety of bars, restaurants, parks, and music venues from each of those places and it was super convenient. I think the actual city of Columbus has a lot of independent food, music, and festivals to offer for a great price. And I honestly don't think I appreciated how unique that was until I had moved around a bit. I'm sure it's not for everyone and probably not worth my continuing the thread. I just love Ohio so much and can't wait to get back to town, sink my teeth into some Hounddog's Pizza and whatever new concoctions Liz Lessner has created, get a great spot on the LC Lawn with a giant group of friends with little effort before ending the night playing darts at Short North Tavern, and take my nephew to the North Market on a weekday when it's quiet since I'll be unemployed with this super useful shiny new degree in women's and gender studies
Anyway, I obviously love Columbus. Of course you can think it sucks! Just wanted to throw out some Ohio love for those who haven't yet experienced the joys of a Columbus summer (they are totally reading a thread called O-H-I-O, right?). I'll be helping a friend at her Comfest booth this weekend if you're in town and want to compare our Columbus experiences over a giant beer in Goodale Park!
Whether or not OSU sucks is completely different than Columbus sucking.....
They both suck, ftr.
I do agree Columbus and OSU are totally different beasts. You've lived around Columbus a long time though, right? I'm curious where. I grew up south of Cleveland in a rural area, lived in St. Petersburg (Russia, not FL) for a summer, and moved to Chicago for the last few years for grad school. I am moving back to Columbus later this summer by choice. I think the suburbs can be soul-draining - and they are often what people refer to when they refer to Columbus since there are so many and they sprawl so much - but I have loved living in Italian Village, German Village, Old Towne East, and Clintonville. I could walk to a variety of bars, restaurants, parks, and music venues from each of those places and it was super convenient. I think the actual city of Columbus has a lot of independent food, music, and festivals to offer for a great price. And I honestly don't think I appreciated how unique that was until I had moved around a bit. I'm sure it's not for everyone and probably not worth my continuing the thread. I just love Ohio so much and can't wait to get back to town, sink my teeth into some Hounddog's Pizza and whatever new concoctions Liz Lessner has created, get a great spot on the LC Lawn with a giant group of friends with little effort before ending the night playing darts at Short North Tavern, and take my nephew to the North Market on a weekday when it's quiet since I'll be unemployed with this super useful shiny new degree in women's and gender studies
Anyway, I obviously love Columbus. Of course you can think it sucks! Just wanted to throw out some Ohio love for those who haven't yet experienced the joys of a Columbus summer (they are totally reading a thread called O-H-I-O, right?). I'll be helping a friend at her Comfest booth this weekend if you're in town and want to compare our Columbus experiences over a giant beer in Goodale Park!
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This is fair, I will rephrase my original statement. Columbus sucks when you are poor. There are a lot of places in Columbus I'd like to move to, but simply cannot
I completely forgot about comfest. If you went, I hope you caught Nick Tolford on Sunday. He was a friend growing up, glad he's getting some good gigs as of late.
I completely forgot about comfest. If you went, I hope you caught Nick Tolford on Sunday. He was a friend growing up, glad he's getting some good gigs as of late.
I have a cousin who used to play in a band with Nick Tolford awhile back. Tolford's new band is pretty good, I hope they keep getting bigger.
I completely forgot about comfest. If you went, I hope you caught Nick Tolford on Sunday. He was a friend growing up, glad he's getting some good gigs as of late.
I have a cousin who used to play in a band with Nick Tolford awhile back. Tolford's new band is pretty good, I hope they keep getting bigger.
Really? What a small world. A group of friends used to play in one of his first bands, Apiero. They were actually really good for a band of a bunch of 17 year olds. That was in like........ 2004ish? Maybe? Idk, I was a freshman or so. I actually still have an Apiero CD. I giggled when I found it a while back.
But yea, the new band is pretty good. I think they played Nelsonville like last year or the year before.
I have a cousin who used to play in a band with Nick Tolford awhile back. Tolford's new band is pretty good, I hope they keep getting bigger.
Really? What a small world. A group of friends used to play in one of his first bands, Apiero. They were actually really good for a band of a bunch of 17 year olds. That was in like........ 2004ish? Maybe? Idk, I was a freshman or so. I actually still have an Apiero CD. I giggled when I found it a while back.
But yea, the new band is pretty good. I think they played Nelsonville like last year or the year before.
My cousin played guitar in The Slide Machine. That was probably around '07 or '08. I think Nick Tolford played bass and sang a little bit.
Post by zenmastermatt on Jul 15, 2014 20:09:50 GMT -5
Sports has always been a very close second behind music as being my favorite pastime. Whenever life starts taking too much of a toll on me I turn to one of those two to take my mind off of things. I followed both my father and grandfather in liking the Cleveland teams. I developed a real relationship those teams.
Cleveland now has two of the biggest stars in sports. LeBron obviously is big because he has proven himself to be one of the best players of all time. Mr. Football is big, well I never exactly figured out a good reason why he is so big, he just attracts attention.
That being said, I truly believe that a championship is going to make its way to Cleveland, and I want, or more so NEED to be a part of that experience.
What I am getting at is I want to move to Cleveland. It is something that I have always wanted to do, but never really put too much thought into it. Well now I want to start putting some thought into it.
The reason I am making this post is I am curious to see if there are any Clevelanders here on this board. It would be nice to have somebody that is familiar with the area, the culture, and all that kind of stuff, it would be nice to 'know' somebody like that, somebody to run questions and curiosities by. I don't really have specific questions, as of yet, but some things that would be useful to know are what parts of town the crime is at. When I first moved to Columbus 3 years ago I knew nothing about the city. All I knew was I wanted an apartment relatively close to where I worked, and I did get that. Problem is I found an apartment in the part of town known as Hilltop, an area that is pretty well regarded as one of the places in Columbus you do not want to live. I wouldn't want to make that same mistake twice.
Problem is I found an apartment in the part of town known as Hilltop, an area that is pretty well regarded as one of the places in Columbus you do not want to live. I wouldn't want to make that same mistake twice.
I'm very, very sorry that you ended up in Hilltop. As a 911 dispatcher I'm very well aware how bad Hilltop & the Bottoms are. Probably the worst area you could've chosen, next to Miller/Kelton & Cleveland/Weber. Do you still live in Hilltop?
I don't know anything about Cleveland other than what I know from visiting, sorry I can't help there. Downtown area around Quicken Loans & the casino seems ok. Didn't feel unsafe and there is that really cool little alley that was converted into a giant patio thing with lights and bars and shit. But I did get lost after a road closure wouldn't let me on the freeway once and very quickly found myself in the hood.
Problem is I found an apartment in the part of town known as Hilltop, an area that is pretty well regarded as one of the places in Columbus you do not want to live. I wouldn't want to make that same mistake twice.
I'm very, very sorry that you ended up in Hilltop. As a 911 dispatcher I'm very well aware how bad Hilltop & the Bottoms are. Probably the worst area you could've chosen, next to Miller/Kelton & Cleveland/Weber. Do you still live in Hilltop?
I don't know anything about Cleveland other than what I know from visiting, sorry I can't help there. Downtown area around Quicken Loans & the casino seems ok. Didn't feel unsafe and there is that really cool little alley that was converted into a giant patio thing with lights and bars and shit. But I did get lost after a road closure wouldn't let me on the freeway once and very quickly found myself in the hood.
SOMEONE PLEASE HELP THIS MAN!!!!
Yep still in the same apartment in the Hilltop, almost 3 years now. I have been month to month since after year one, and I do love that freedom.
Luckily I am right on the border of what is considered Hilltop, very close to Hollywood casino. I do not feel unsafe living here at all because the apartment complex is very picky on who they allow to live here. The problems that I have living here are the over abundance of homeless people, I have found zero 'hangout' spots where I feel comfortable, and the Kroger that is right up the road from my house has pretty much become my local hangout. And it is the trashiest Kroger I have ever stepped foot in.
All in all it isn't too bad, or I'd have moved already
Problem is I found an apartment in the part of town known as Hilltop, an area that is pretty well regarded as one of the places in Columbus you do not want to live. I wouldn't want to make that same mistake twice.
I'm very, very sorry that you ended up in Hilltop. As a 911 dispatcher I'm very well aware how bad Hilltop & the Bottoms are. Probably the worst area you could've chosen, next to Miller/Kelton & Cleveland/Weber. Do you still live in Hilltop?
How is it being a 911 dispatcher? That sounds stressful as hell
I'm very, very sorry that you ended up in Hilltop. As a 911 dispatcher I'm very well aware how bad Hilltop & the Bottoms are. Probably the worst area you could've chosen, next to Miller/Kelton & Cleveland/Weber. Do you still live in Hilltop?
How is it being a 911 dispatcher? That sounds stressful as hell
It isn't too bad. It can be really stressful at times, but mostly I watch Netflix... lol. You learn to have a very morbid sense of humor and develop a strong disconnect between being on the phone with someone and the reality of what is actually happening. I've had a few calls that scared me, one of which was right near where you live in those shit hole apartments across from Hollywood, but for the most part you learn to leave it at the door.
Luckily that area should be improving-ish soon. I guess they just tore down half of one of the known crack house apartment complexes on Georgesville to make room for casino hotels. That will either help alleviate the homeless population, or they'll multiply. Haven't decided which way it'll go....
) Make a note of where you are on your map if you have one. When drunk, it is exceptionally easy to get lost in the campgrounds. 
