Bill_Walker Posted August 27, 2017 Share Posted August 27, 2017 I know FB has a "Spring and Fall" thread going, but I think perhaps Fall Torrey merits its own thread. Is anybody going? It's looking like I'll be able to go this year, for the first time in a while, but the guy I talked to at the Chuckwagon says they're booked up, they're not keeping a waiting list, and based on who's booked, he doesn't expect any cancellations. In fact, rooms are scarce all over town. I found a couple of places with rooms for Friday night, but not Thursday or Saturday. The one exception is the Capitol Reef Resort, way the hell out of town toward the park and $239/night. So, maybe I'm not going to Torrey! Link to comment
Doug_Baliko Posted August 27, 2017 Share Posted August 27, 2017 At the time that I called a while ago I was told that I was first on the waiting list. But so far no call with an opening. I guess that this won't be the year that I go to my first Torrey. Doug Link to comment
BrianT Posted August 27, 2017 Share Posted August 27, 2017 I'm IN for fall Torrey. I've never heard of a guy answering the phones or taking reservations there. I'd try calling back and asking for Michelle. She pretty much runs the show when it comes to the reservations there and the one who usually has the waiting list going for us. There's usually some kind of last minute cancellation by someone so it can't hurt to call and ask her to be added to her list if she still keeps one. Link to comment
David13 Posted August 27, 2017 Share Posted August 27, 2017 Bill There will be cancellations. So don't give up yet. It may be that who you talked to didn't know about the waiting list. Sometimes when there is a cancellation, they don't get a chance to call anyone, as someone else takes the room. So you can't really just wait for a call. I was over there yesterday and the weather was great, as it probably will be next month. And Doug, if you haven't been over there, you need to go. It was looking more scenic and beautiful than ever yesterday. dc Link to comment
Bill_Walker Posted August 28, 2017 Author Share Posted August 28, 2017 Yeah, I was surprised not to get Michelle. I don't recall what the guy said his name was, but it wasn't anybody I recognized. I'll try again tomorrow. But all the places I've made back-up reservations in years past are full, too, and that doesn't bode well. Link to comment
Kenny Haynes Posted August 28, 2017 Share Posted August 28, 2017 I hope to be in the area too, but lodging seems tight all over. Ugh. Link to comment
Bill_Walker Posted August 28, 2017 Author Share Posted August 28, 2017 Just called. Got the machine again. I don't know what times they're actually in the office, but it's not any of the times I've called. Link to comment
David13 Posted August 28, 2017 Share Posted August 28, 2017 Bill That guy identified his name as Bill. Michelle is still working there. She was there a couple hours ago. You just need to call at the right moment when she is at the desk and answering. dc Link to comment
Bill_Walker Posted August 28, 2017 Author Share Posted August 28, 2017 So, with a little help from a phone call by someone who shall remain anonymous but whose initials are FB, I'm #5 on the waiting list. But they don't think it's all that likely I'll get a room. I'm going to call some other places in town and see if they're willing to take a waiting list. Link to comment
scout6 Posted August 29, 2017 Share Posted August 29, 2017 Susan and I are in. Looking forward to it. Many years since we have been to Torrey. Link to comment
EffBee Posted August 29, 2017 Share Posted August 29, 2017 I've been in contact with Michelle at the Chuckwagon. She says they're booked up and, while there's a waiting list, she says the people who are already registered are mostly regular Torrey/BMWST event visitors and probably not very likely to cancel. She's checked around a little and yes, most everything else is also booked. However, in the town of Lyman, just 10 miles away on the same Hwy 24 that runs through Torrey, are the Mill Cabins. Here's the email she sent me regarding this: Good morning, I have made quite a few calls and it doesn't look like there are very many options in Torrey for rooms. I did however, check with The Mill Cabins in Lyman and they have a few cabins at $65.00 plus tax, 1-lodge room at $70.00 plus tax for the nights of 09/21-23rd (3 N's), departing on 09/24th. Their website is themillcabins.com or the phone number for Bruce is (435) 491-0426. I will keep looking and let you know if something comes up. Have a great day, Michelle Austins Chuckwagon Motel If anyone is interested, give The Mill Cabins a call. They're going fast. Link to comment
Whip Posted August 30, 2017 Share Posted August 30, 2017 Susan and I are in. Looking forward to it. Many years since we have been to Torrey. Fantastic!!! Link to comment
upfisk Posted September 3, 2017 Share Posted September 3, 2017 We have been IN for a year. Michelle last fall warned that Torrey is becoming very popular and reservations a year out are almost too late. This goes for both fall and spring Torrey. Link to comment
Doug_Baliko Posted September 10, 2017 Share Posted September 10, 2017 If it hasn't already happened by now, I guess that nothing will be opening up. I guess that I'm going back to my alternate plan of Colorado, Wyoming and Montana. The Chief Joseph Highway and Beartooth Highway are nice consolation prizes. I'll make reservations early for next years fall Torrey. Doug Link to comment
Danny caddyshack Noonan Posted September 12, 2017 Share Posted September 12, 2017 Just cancelled our cabin. Hope someone on the forum gets it. Link to comment
Doug_Baliko Posted September 12, 2017 Share Posted September 12, 2017 Michelle just called. She had a few cancellations. I took a room arriving Wednesday departing Saturday. I'm glad that I'll finally get to meet some members and put faces with names. Doug Link to comment
Heck Posted September 12, 2017 Share Posted September 12, 2017 Supposedly the weather gurus are calling for the first good rain/snow event up here in Big Sky Country toward the end of this week... Weather has been quite miserable with all the fires and smoke this summer....I guess it wouldn't be too much to ask for it to stay the course for another couple of weeks??? Link to comment
Bill_Walker Posted September 13, 2017 Author Share Posted September 13, 2017 I got a call from Michelle, and I've now got a cabin for Friday and Saturday. The second bedroom is available if somebody wants it. PM me. I'm in France right now and not getting on the board much. Link to comment
Heck Posted September 16, 2017 Share Posted September 16, 2017 Out. The good news is that someone on the waiting list now has a room at the Chuckwagon if they want it.... Y'all be safe and have a good time. Hope to see you at the UN..... Link to comment
Bill_Walker Posted September 16, 2017 Author Share Posted September 16, 2017 I've now got a room for Thursday, but got moved out of the cabin to a double queen room for Friday and Saturday. Looks like I have a roomie. Link to comment
Doug_Baliko Posted September 16, 2017 Share Posted September 16, 2017 I had to cancel. A project came up at work. I was looking forward to meeting all of you. Doug Link to comment
Heck Posted September 17, 2017 Share Posted September 17, 2017 I've now got a room for Thursday, but got moved out of the cabin to a double queen room for Friday and Saturday. Looks like I have a roomie. Yer Welcome...... Link to comment
fastlarry Posted September 18, 2017 Share Posted September 18, 2017 Fall Torrey for me turned very iffy this evening. I had reservations at the Chuckwagon for Spring Torrey this year and canceled when my wife's total knee replacement and recovery was scheduled on top of Torrey. So, I got a FallTorrey reservation. Tonight coming home from a trip with some of her art museum friends my wife fell in the airport on the operative knee. Really skinned up and bruised, not to mention painful. Have to get her to the surgeon's office for a better look in the morning. I have some health issues too that are popping up. CLL (chronic lymphocytic leukemia ) for which I was treated 3-1/2 years ago seems to be on the rebound and will need treatment of some sort, maybe soon. Maybe I'll see tomorrow. Link to comment
Ron_B Posted September 18, 2017 Share Posted September 18, 2017 Leaving in a bit, will see you all mid-day Thursday. Link to comment
beemerboy Posted September 20, 2017 Share Posted September 20, 2017 Leaving in a bit, will see you all mid-day Thursday. Hey Ron, I'll be a few hours after you arrive but at this point don't know what I'll be riding but I WILL be there! Looking forward to seeing you and all the other perps in a few days!! By the way, this will be the first vacation I've had all year..... Link to comment
David13 Posted September 20, 2017 Share Posted September 20, 2017 Rooms are available at the Chuckwagon. dc Link to comment
LBump Posted September 21, 2017 Share Posted September 21, 2017 I wanted to get there...but can't. Have a great time! Link to comment
Twisties Posted September 22, 2017 Share Posted September 22, 2017 We had been planning to squeeze in somehow, but due to the Chetco Bar Fire, which came within a few miles of us and caused considerable disruption, we've decided to stay put. We definitely need a Co Plateau fix soon. Link to comment
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