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. 

[Kaitee and Orwell]

Orwell and I could definitely come to this provided it would take place on a Saturday or Sunday. (: We're about 4 hours away. 

[Helga, Nimbus, Sierra, Clooney]

My kids are heavily campaigning for a June date. I didn't even think of this as a family trip, just my husband, the dogs and I. But all three of my (adult) kids love the idea of an RV trip up north.

Since they are all in college, a mid June date would be best.

[Jennie Lynn Cecchini]

What a fun idea.  I would love to come.  My doodle is the best traveling buddy.  I live in California so this would be a great road trip.  : )  Thanks for the idea and invite.  Hope something works out.

[Diane, Hurley and Sidney]

I am interested. Hurley is interested.  Please keep me in the loop.

[Helga, Nimbus, Sierra, Clooney]

Adina, do you have any idea whether it's going to be May or June? I would like to book an RV and decide if my kids are going to be with us or not (the RV size would be very different). So, June would be preferred for us.

[Adina P]

How soon do you need to know?

[Adina P]

I prefer June too because it will be warmer.  I'm not a big fan of rain, that's why I live on the southeast end of WA and not Seattle :-)

[Helga, Nimbus, Sierra, Clooney]

The sooner the better. I need to know if the kids (college students )can come along or if it's too early for them. I have to find a rental RV accordingly.
Thanks.

[Leslie, Yogi & Maci Bear]

We are curious if this might still be happening. Any new ideas or plans?

[Adina P]

Yes, but it seems nobody likes to plan as far ahead as I was hoping so when I talk to local folks they all have no info to give me because it's too far away.  I'll get on it again after summer.

[Nancy, Ned, Clancy, and Charlie]

Thanks!  Looking forward to our road trip to Washington!

[Helga, Nimbus, Sierra, Clooney]

Me too.