Horizons Unlimited Travellers Meetings

Photos from the Meeting by Bob Barron

Bob spent the whole weekend photographing and documenting everything, did a great job, and very generously made a CD available at only US$5 (and spent half the night Saturday and Sunday morning burning them for those smart enough to order in advance) They sold so well we're planning on doing it again next year!

You can get your copy of the CD with 71 photos from the meeting Bob can also supply high quality prints at a reasonable price.

Bob is also interested in doing similar work at other events, so if you're interested, ; I think he did a great job.

Photos from the Meeting by Bob Barron

Thumbnails from the CD

Photos from the Meeting by Bob Barron

Thumbnails from the CD

Photos from the Meeting by Bob Barron

Thumbnails from the CD

Photos from the Meeting by Bob Barron

Thumbnails from the CD

Photos from the Meeting by Bob Barron

Thumbnails from the CD

Photos from the Meeting by Bob Barron

Thumbnails from the CD

Photos from the Meeting by Bob Barron

Thumbnails from the CD

Photos from the Meeting by Bob Barron

Lead organisers Dick and Karen Fawcett: they did a great job! Thanks!

This is the lady to be nice to - she feeds you! Charlene Powell, Ironhorse

Jim Donaldson, 2004 organiser and all-round helpful guy

Photos from the Meeting by Bob Barron

Photos from the Meeting by Bob Barron

btdt...

nice camping spot eh?

Photos from the Meeting by Bob Barron

Photos from the Meeting by Bob Barron

Photos from the Meeting by Bob Barron

Seminars were very popular

Most of the attendees - many were still out riding!

(click the group shot for a larger picture)

Remember, if you want the Cd or a print, contact Bob Barron here

Membership - Show you're proud to be a Horizons Unlimited Traveller!

Just to clarify the membership situation: Currently there is no requirement to be a member to access the website, the HUBB or to receive the monthly e-zine. For now, what you get for your membership contribution is our sincere gratitude, good karma and knowing that you're helping to keep the motorcycle travel dream alive.

One benefit we can provide now is that if you decide you want a t-shirt, mug, fleece jacket or other Horizons logo product from the Souk, you can purchase Member logo products at the basic price. Just let us know and we can arrange access to the Members Private Store.

You can help!

If you have a few minutes, please download the poster (Adobe pdf format) and print off a few and hand them round your club or your local bike shop or anywhere seems like a good place.

(You may need to right click and choose "save target as...")

2005 Poster in pdf format (884kb) full colour poster or 2006 poster here soon!

Thanks for the help!

The Meeting Location for 2004 - 2006

Iron Horse Motorcycle Lodge, Cabins and Campground
1755 Lower Stecoah Road,
Robbinsville
North Carolina 28771

For more information:
Telephone: 1-828-479-3864
Email Ironhorse Lodge

More info on their website, and a review of Iron Horse in "Motorcycle Consumer News." (128kb .pdf)

Getting There - GPS, Maps

If you're heading down from the north, check out this thread on the HUBB!

GPS Co-ordinates: N35 deg 23' 20", W83 deg 40' 38"

Iron Horse is located in Graham County, North Carolina, on Lower Stecoah Road just north off Highway 28. A short 30 minute ride to the Tail of the Dragon at Deals Gap and the scenic Cherohala Skyway, two of the best motorcycle destinations in the United States.

more maps here

Other Accommodation Possibilities

Note: Camping is NOT included with your admission to the meeting. Reservations for camping (not required, but requested) and cabins, bunkhouse, rent-a-tent, (REQUIRED) here. Book EARLY!

Other accommodation possibilities are a little ways away - details to come.

Suggestions anyone?

Information about the area

Can you supply us with links, and other info on the places to ride, and interesting things to see in the area? Let us know here.

• Ironhorse is in Graham County, NC. www.grahamchamber.com promotes the county and has driving directions to Graham County from Asheville, Atlanta and Knoxville. Even though the directions are not directly to Ironhorse, this site might be useful.

• Great information on the "Tail of the Dragon" - otherwise known as US129, near Deal's Gap, with 318 curves in 11 miles, can be found on the "official" Tail of the Dragon website. An awesome road! We will have a few maps from the website, but it would be wise to print your own in advance. Available here. There is also info on Deals Gap, Cherohala Skyway and 2 Dual Sport rides.

• North Carolina's 'Scenic Byways' website has a lot of great information on various scenic roads in North Carolina. They also sent Karen a book she says is great. It will be on display at the Meeting. Viewable online in pdf format or can be ordered from their website for only $5.00 each.

• Rafting is available nearby at Wildwater Rafting, and at The Falling Waters Adventure Resort there's whitewater rafting, mountain biking, horseback riding, fishing, canoeing and kayaking.

• Wheels Through Time Museum a "35-year collection of rare American motorcycles and automobiles...230-vehicle collection in the lovely community of Maggie Valley, North Carolina, located just a few miles off of I-40 and the Blue Ridge Parkway. Maggie Valley is a quiet community of 400 people nestled in the heart of the Great Smoky Mountains." Owner Dale Walksler has very generously donated door prizes for our meeting, and wants to invite you to come visit the museum - he'll be delighted to meet you!

Local Hosts

Karen and Richard Fawcett are co-organizers of this event. Thanks!

If you have any questions, they can be contacted here:

live in the area and will be at the meeting, and since they're in the tourism industry, have offered "local knowledge" if anyone has any questions.

And a special thanks to all the local sponsors and supporters!

• Wheels Through Time Museum in Maggie Valley, NC - "rare American motorcycles and automobiles"
• Bluemoon Cycle in Norcross, GA. - "one of the largest volume BMW motorcycle dealers in the Southeast."
• Fraziers Harley Davidson in Buford, GA. - "Our goal is simple. We want to keep everyone happy."
• Atlanta Triumph Ducati in Atlanta, GA. - " a haven for motorcycle enthusiasts to hang out and discuss bikes with like minded fanatics."
• Franklin Motorsports in Franklin NC. - A new Honda dealer that has been very generous! No website yet...
• Precision Cycle & ATV Sylva, NC. - a full-service shop - "Mechanics are the backbone of the business"
• Smith Power Sports "products to make your outdoor living easier and more enjoyable. We offer experience, fair prices, and a friendly atmosphere." Kawasaki and KTM."
• Mortons BMW, Fredericksburg, Virginia. Mortons have been a long-time Horizons Unlimited supporter, so a special thanks to them, and for coming all the way to the meeting! Say hi to Steve, he'll be wandering around...
• BMW Motorcycles of Atlanta, "the leading BMW dealer in the southeast, with all the latest models, genuine BMW accessories and your exclusive source for BMW clothing in Georgia"

Please drop in for a visit and thank them for their support.