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FIRE UP · 10-05-2013, 10:38 PM

Gents,
After reading so much about it, and the comments that many of you have stated after attending, as soon as I saw the notice that the 2014 Classes are open for registration, I filled out the form and emailed it right away. Well, that was a couple of weeks ago. Well, I gave it some time, and, after a bit I emailed "Synthia" and asked if she got my email and the registration. Well, no answer from her either.

So, I filled out the registration again and, sent it in again. That was about 4-5 days ago, around the 1st of Oct. Still no response. I certainly don't like to be "pushy" in this kind of situation but, I would like to know if I'm going to be able to attend one of the classes which, would co-inside with camping arrangements/reservations at certain campgrounds/RV parks that are along the route to get there.

So, has anyone registered for any of the classes and had a response. Are we supposed to get a response?
Scott

**Petro** · 10-06-2013, 09:31 AM

Scott;

This past week I called Syndi Hamrick at 864-206-8267. I talked to her and she reserved a spot for me in Sept 2014. I had called her a day earlier and left a message that was not returned. My suggestion would be to call her and recall if necessary.

Don

FIRE UP · 10-06-2013, 12:12 PM

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Originally Posted by Petro

Scott;

This past week I called Syndi Hamrick at 864-206-8267. I talked to her and she reserved a spot for me in Sept 2014. I had called her a day earlier and left a message that was not returned. My suggestion would be to call her and recall if necessary.

Don

Don,
Thanks for the tip. I've already left one message so, I'll just keep leaving them until I either reach her direct or, she gets tires of me filling the message machine. Thanks.
Scott

JFXG · 10-06-2013, 11:12 PM

Bear in mind, Scott, she is one person, and the Camp Freightliner registration is just part of her job. I've been to Gaffney, and I can tell you- Syndi's at top speed and so is her phone. (although I agree-- two weeks with no response is a bit much. Maybe she's on vacation, or been out sick. Who knows?)

Wayne M · 10-07-2013, 09:11 AM

Send an email to Mike Cody. You can find it by searching on the internet as it is posted in some forum. I don't remember which one. Mike is the instructor, and a good one at that. I'd wager he will take care of you if you explain your situation.

FIRE UP · 10-07-2013, 09:54 AM

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Originally Posted by Wayne M

Send an email to Mike Cody. You can find it by searching on the internet as it is posted in some forum. I don't remember which one. Mike is the instructor, and a good one at that. I'd wager he will take care of you if you explain your situation.

Wayne,
I have called Mike on an issue I was having back a while ago because I thought he'd be real good source of info for an answer I was looking for at the time. But, I waited and waited and no call was ever returned.

So, I just called Synthia again, (10-6-13, at 09:50 A.M) so, we'll see what happens. This is now, two "on line registrations", two emails, and two calls. Thanks for the advice.
Scott

P.S. Way back about 6 months ago, plus or minus, when I was thinking of attending a Camp Freightliner class but, saw none available at the time, I emailed Synthia and asked if she ever receives any cancelations and, I'd like to be put on the list if there ever were. She got back to me the next day, if I recall and said that cancelations were extremely rare but, she'd put my name down just in case. So, at that time, she was responding quickly. Not sure what's happening now.
Scott

**Petro** · 10-09-2013, 12:02 PM

I received a confirmation for Camp Freightliner this morning via e-mail from Synthia. I just wanted to let everyone know.

Don

FIRE UP · 10-09-2013, 02:11 PM

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Originally Posted by Petro

I received a confirmation for Camp Freightliner this morning via e-mail from Synthia. I just wanted to let everyone know.

Don

Don,
I too received an email this morning. She had some issues to deal with. So, she's back and, on the job. Now, to just find a place to camp while attending the class.
Scott

MJFZ · 10-11-2013, 03:06 PM

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Originally Posted by FIRE UP

Don,
I too received an email this morning. She had some issues to deal with. So, she's back and, on the job. Now, to just find a place to camp while attending the class.
Scott

I believe they run a shuttle bus between a local KOA and the FCCC training center.

dsbike · 10-11-2013, 04:08 PM

If you don't wan to stay at the KOA, Cherokee Camp Ground in Blacksburg at exit 102 is also a nice place to stay. About 10 miles from FL. If you need more info PM me, I'd be glad to get the Phone # for you. I have no affiliation with this CG other than we are currently staying there.
I received confirmation in about 2 days when I signed up for the Nov 4&5 class.

ernieh · 10-11-2013, 04:19 PM

If you schedule service while at CFL, you can stay at the FL campground. It's first come first serve. 50a electric with water and dump available.

FIRE UP · 10-12-2013, 12:18 AM

Gents,
I most certainly appreciate the suggestions and ideas of where to stay during Camp Freightliner. However, if I'm not mistaken, most of you are suggesting I stay at campground in, around or at, the classes held at the Gaffeny SC site for Freightliner. The class I will be taking is at Winnebago in Forest City IA. In another thread that's related to this, it's been suggested that we can stay at the rally site, after the WIT rally. We'll be looking into that. I sincerely apologize for any confusion. I should have made it clear that, we'll be at the rally and, then taking the Camp Freightliner Class immediately following the rally. Thanks again.
Scott

motohomer · 10-12-2013, 12:29 PM

There will be (always has been) a free 50 Amp row left powered up on the rally grounds for those attending Camp Freightliner after the WIT Rally. No worries.

FIRE UP · 10-12-2013, 01:46 PM

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There will be (always has been) a free 50 Amp row left powered up on the rally grounds for those attending Camp Freightliner after the WIT Rally. No worries.

Thankyou motorhomer, that's very good to know. We'll be certainly looking into that. I certainly don't mind trying different camp spots but, under the circumstances, staying right there might be the best plan. Thanks again.
Scott