Oshkosh - new procedure in Homebuilt Camping - Page 4

LettersFromFlyoverCountry · #31 08-08-2014, 05:54 AM

I didn't get a chance to get his name, but the gentleman who handled us (three times) was simply outstanding. I couldn't ask for more. I was concerned I wouldn't get a spot, but I got one EXACTLY where I wanted.

What would I change? Nothing. It was a fabulous experience and these are some really great folks.

I waved at Jeff a few times but he didn't wave back. That whole focus thing, I guess.

Frank Smidler · #32 08-08-2014, 05:57 AM

I too got in late in the afternoon on Sunday and was at first disappointed that I was in row 320 in the new area for HB camping. In the past I was always closer to the old trailer showers in HBC which was convienent. But after having such easy and direct access to the new North 40 shower house I realy liked the spot. If EAA does not put in a new shower facility for HBC next year I would request an option 4 fingers for the new addition to the north west. Thanks Friday and your team for another great job handling AC traffic on the ground.

scard · #33 08-08-2014, 07:43 AM

Jeff,
Thank you and your team for your excellent service. You guys make it so easy. Thank you. It was a spectacular time as always.

N427EF · #34 08-08-2014, 09:24 AM

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I would request an option 4 fingers for the new addition to the north west

Me too!
The facilities in GA parking are first class.

Had a great time too

sprucemoose · #35 06-29-2015, 05:10 PM

Update for 2015

This thread details a new procedure for parking in the Homebuilt Camping area at Oshkosh. We started this last year (2014) and it was a pretty big success, so we plan to do it again in 2015. If you are not familiar or did not fly in last year, go back to the beginning of this thread and read it. Go ahead, we'll wait for you here.

While we plan to do this again, 2015 will be slightly different. EAA has decided to move the HBC facilities (shower, coffee building and tent) to a different location at the west end of the HBC area. The below picture explains it.

The current location is shown in red, and the blue area is where they will be moving to. This will naturally have an effect on the "1,2,3" system of parking, since what used to be "in the back" is now actually much closer to the facilities.

After much internal deliberation, we decided to keep it simple and use the same numbering system as last year. We will do our best to get everyone to the type of spot that they desire, keeping in mind that there will come a time when the best spot available might not be your first choice. Last year that occurred around noon on Sunday.

Also, keep in mind the new best-kept secret in HBC, which is the new North 40 shower house. For those folks in the far north end of HBC, that shower house is quite a bit closer than the HBC showers, and nicer to boot! That won't help you for the morning walk to coffee, but it is some consolation. Also, EAA reportedly has a new vendor for the shower trailers, so the old one that has served HBC for years will be replaced, and there will be two of them this year.

I look forward to seeing everyone in a few weeks. As always we welcome your feedback. Fly safe and READ THE NOTAM!

AltonD · #36 06-29-2015, 07:39 PM

Jeff, last year, I was parked about 50 yards from the N40 showers. Will that be an option this year? At first, I was a little concerned being away from the masses in HBC, but after getting to know the lay of the land, I actually prefer that location.

BTW, that was Monday morning, 0930 and traditional HBC was slam full.

sprucemoose · #37 06-29-2015, 07:48 PM

It's possible, but it will be luck of the draw. We generally try to fill that area last, as it is quite a ways away from everything. If you arrive on Monday again there is a good chance you will end up there, but no promises.

rvator51 · #38 06-29-2015, 08:08 PM

We stayed in the far north area last year and really enjoyed the N40 showers.

Neal@F14 · #39 06-29-2015, 08:42 PM

The past couple years, I made it a point to walk from HBC to the new N40 showers. They're nice. No waiting and no shortage of hot water either.... well worth the walk. The best time for a nice hot shower is towards the end of the afternoon air shows... No waiting whatsoever.

Bubblehead · #40 06-30-2015, 05:37 AM

The helicopter noise does not bother me much, but the noise from the movie and from the bars do. I love being in HBC but will probably try to get into N40 camping this year to be farther from the noise. EAA also has that lighted parking lot across the road from HBC and last year it seemed like the lights were doing a better job of lighting up HBC than lighting the parking lot.

Oh, and what's a curmudgeon?