National Doodle Romp 2016 in Walla Walla?

[Adina P]

I've wanted to do this for a loooong time.  I think perhaps next year might finally be the time to try it out. 

My town, Walla Walla, Washington is way on the other side of the country from many of you.  But it's a quaint town with culture and a bazillion excellent wineries. 

So I was thinking...it might be fun to host the first annual Doodle Kisses National Doodle Romp here.  Super convenient for me, but would any of you travel for it?  After next year we can move it around to different locations.

How many of you would drive over with your doodle(s)?

How many of you would fly over doodle-less?

How many of you are thinking "No way, crazy lady!"?

If enough people are interested...I can get started planning.  I would most likely aim for May when the local wineries host their Spring Release or June when they do some other thing or another.  BUT that means it would be crowded and hotels booked long in advance.

We have the option of a dog park in College Place (the neighboring town) and there is a nice park next to it.  So we could meet at that park and then those that want to let their dogs off leash could meander over there.  The park has benches so we conceivably have a picnic or get catering. 

What sounds best to others?  Would you prefer a more out of the way park without an official dog park?  A hike/walk?  Take over downtown and visit wineries? 

2/19: UPDATE:  I was going with the tentative date of June 9/10 with the option to stay the whole weekend for those who want to, but no official plans for the weekend.  That seems to conflict with one member who REALLY wants to make it.  So now I'm looking at June 23/24.  The previous week is Spring Release weekend for local wineries and while that doesn't actually conflict with us, it might be really crowded.  Please argue with me over this if you need to.  I don't mind. 

[Bev and WILLY]

Hi Adina. I know some members travel with their dogs, so hopefully there are a number willing to come to your area. I don't think I could bring Willy, but would love to visit your area myself as I've never been there and I've heard it's beautiful.

I am willing to have another regional Doodle romp at my home any time this year, so if anyone in the La, Orange County or San Diego area is interested let me know. Are you planning on a visit to Southern California this year? If so, maybe we could plan something around that time.
Bev

[Bev and WILLY]

Tell Clark Willy misses him.

[Nancy, Ned, Clancy, and Charlie]

I have you on my short list for best doodle private home in the world!!!!! 

[Bev and WILLY]

Any time your guys need a romp, let me know. Would love to see you.

[Nancy, Ned, Clancy, and Charlie]

Thanks!  A So. Cal. trip anytime soon, Adina?

[Leslie, Yogi & Maci Bear]

Adina, this sounds fun to me, just really think the location would be difficult for most. There would be a remote chance we'd come with our doodles.

[Saintberdoodle]

We are in the Portland area and would love to drive up.

[Debbie and Morgana Le Fay]

2016 long way off. Don't know if Morgan and I will make it or not.

[Jody Lambright]

Sounds like a fun time. Of course we couldn't make it, we live in Pennsylvania.

[Jaynie Perry]

I live in New Jersey and could not travel that far but it is an excellent idea.  The coast line is always a nice place for a romp! 

[Lucy & AnnaBelle's Mom]

We still have this on the radar and talk about it occasionally.  For me it will depend on who and how many commit.  I would like the dog park/non-dog park park option.  My girls are more people doodles than dog doodles.  It is a really long trek from Ohio, but we are still considering it.  For us before it gets too hot would be preferable as well.  Once you set the timing and I can do a little cost planning we can decide for sure.  I would think probably something catered (although nothing fancy) would need to be since most of us will be traveling and in hotels.

[Ronna, Murphy & Wilson]

I love the idea of a national doodle romp but there is no way I can drive from NC to Washington with my Doodles. And since we already have an annual doodless trip in October ( which everyone is welcome) I would likely not attend without the doodles. I would absolutely consider it if it were somewhere more centrally located. I do think it is a great idea.