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#1 2004-06-22 21:28:55
- PurduesUSAFguy
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Re: Who's going to the Mars Society convention?
I was just wondering who here is going to the convention in Chicago?
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#2 2004-06-22 23:43:29
- Josh Cryer
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Re: Who's going to the Mars Society convention?
Doesn't look like I'm going this year, it's still way up in the air.
Some useful links while MER are active. [url=http://marsrovers.jpl.nasa.gov/home/index.html]Offical site[/url] [url=http://www.nasa.gov/multimedia/nasatv/MM_NTV_Web.html]NASA TV[/url] [url=http://www.jpl.nasa.gov/mer2004/]JPL MER2004[/url] [url=http://www.spaceflightnow.com/mars/mera/statustextonly.html]Text feed[/url]
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#3 2004-06-23 05:03:10
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Re: Who's going to the Mars Society convention?
Barring some unforeseen development, I'll be there.
Build a man a fire and he's warm for a day. Set a man on fire and he's warm for the rest of his life.
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#4 2004-06-23 06:21:20
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Re: Who's going to the Mars Society convention?
Chicago? I am already here.
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#5 2004-06-23 06:32:52
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Re: Who's going to the Mars Society convention?
*Chicago? :down:
Have been to it twice; that was one time too many.
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blocking the scenery, breaking my mind
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can't you read the sign?!"
I'll wait for Boulder, CO or a nicer location. And that's only if my husband agrees to come with me.
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#6 2004-06-23 09:11:43
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Re: Who's going to the Mars Society convention?
I'll be on my way to the east coast.
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#7 2004-06-23 16:28:42
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Re: Who's going to the Mars Society convention?
So you're going clark? Dang, that's three guys already. I want to go. We'll see what happens.
Some useful links while MER are active. [url=http://marsrovers.jpl.nasa.gov/home/index.html]Offical site[/url] [url=http://www.nasa.gov/multimedia/nasatv/MM_NTV_Web.html]NASA TV[/url] [url=http://www.jpl.nasa.gov/mer2004/]JPL MER2004[/url] [url=http://www.spaceflightnow.com/mars/mera/statustextonly.html]Text feed[/url]
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#8 2004-06-23 21:28:17
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Re: Who's going to the Mars Society convention?
So you're going clark? Dang, that's three guys already. I want to go. We'll see what happens.
I owe clark a dinner and some soju.
As a buddy of mine once said, "Ain't never, ever, bought a friend a drink and found out I lost money on the deal."
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PS - you too, Josh.
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#9 2004-06-23 21:32:59
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Re: Who's going to the Mars Society convention?
It's looking like I'm going, just so long as nothing comes up at work.
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#10 2004-06-23 21:55:16
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Re: Who's going to the Mars Society convention?
It's looking like I'm going, just so long as nothing comes up at work.
I will buy you a drink as well. Even if you are a Republican.
:;):
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#11 2004-06-24 05:41:48
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Re: Who's going to the Mars Society convention?
So it looks like we'll all be drinking.
The Prophet has seen the future and it is good. 
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#12 2004-06-24 09:24:24
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Re: Who's going to the Mars Society convention?
Don't want to be accused of standing anyone up, but...
I'll be on may way to the east coast, with belongings in tow.
I do find the offer tempting though. Thanks.
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#13 2004-08-16 10:57:36
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Re: Who's going to the Mars Society convention?
Bump.
So, just days away. So far it looks like both Bill and myself will be there for sure. Anyone else able to confirm?
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#14 2004-08-16 11:47:58
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Re: Who's going to the Mars Society convention?
I'll be there; in fact I'm presenting 2 papers. I had to convince the boss to let me take time off; I always planned to go but my contract is renewed every 2 months so scheduling vacation time is difficult. I'm taking Wednesday off for driving time, it's a 12 hours 45 minute drive plus customs and gas stops, I've driven it before. Never stopped in Chicago before though, just passed through. Highways look about the same as Toronto, a bit more dense than Washington or Miami. Manhattan is a world of its own. I'm sorry I'll miss Cindy; I would liked to meet you. At conventions we stay in the hotel most of the time anyway, just go out for dinner once or twice. You could take a cab from the airport. Why don't you come, you would enjoy it. Please, please, please, please, please.
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#15 2004-08-16 13:49:54
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Re: Who's going to the Mars Society convention?
<blush>
Well, aren't you sweet? I'm truly complimented by your comments, Robert. I would have very much enjoyed meeting you as well and listening to your presentations (hopefully I could understand them...) :laugh:
I can't make it this year, for a variety of reasons. My husband's ongoing health issues would make it impossible for me to attend alone and he's "iffy" about attending a convention; he's not into astronomy and space exploration much.
Maybe that'll change.
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#16 2004-08-16 17:01:16
Re: Who's going to the Mars Society convention?
I'll be there as well, though not every instant. I have a condo the next town over, so I won't be staying at the hotel. Also, my wife has a conference the same weekend that she is organizing, so she's taking our daughter to her conference and I'm taking our son to the Mars Society conference. I'll probably have him with me at the morning plenaries and with friends and relatives the afternoons. So if you want to spot me, look for a 50 year old white man with an 11 month old black baby! Or better, here's my cell phone if anyone wants to arrange some time for coffee/tea: 847-337-7750.
I'm presenting on Thursday afternoon: my essay was one of several that one second prize. Then Sunday afternoon I'm presenting a version of the "Mars 24" concept that you all may have seen, though I have updated my ideas somewhat.
Looking forward to matching some names and faces.
-- RobS (Rob Stockman)
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#17 2004-08-17 02:11:32
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Re: Who's going to the Mars Society convention?
Sounds like a lot of fun guys, sorry I won't be there. 
Some useful links while MER are active. [url=http://marsrovers.jpl.nasa.gov/home/index.html]Offical site[/url] [url=http://www.nasa.gov/multimedia/nasatv/MM_NTV_Web.html]NASA TV[/url] [url=http://www.jpl.nasa.gov/mer2004/]JPL MER2004[/url] [url=http://www.spaceflightnow.com/mars/mera/statustextonly.html]Text feed[/url]
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#18 2004-08-17 07:01:04
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Re: Who's going to the Mars Society convention?
I'm taking Wednesday off for driving time, it's a 12 hours 45 minute drive plus customs and gas stops...
Hopefully you have better luck at customs than I did going to the Toronto conference in '00. Findin' dog hair on my clothes all weekend. :angry: :laugh:
I'll definately try to catch everyone's presentations, hopefully scheduling allows it. And, if anyone wants to catch my heretical contribution it's on Sunday. Unless rescheduled again. ???
Lookin' forward to meeting some of the crew here. Arguing in real time is just so much more efficient.
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#19 2004-08-17 12:24:56
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Re: Who's going to the Mars Society convention?
I'm taking Wednesday off for driving time, it's a 12 hours 45 minute drive plus customs and gas stops...
Hopefully you have better luck at customs than I did going to the Toronto conference in '00. Findin' dog hair on my clothes all weekend. :angry: :laugh:
I'll definately try to catch everyone's presentations, hopefully scheduling allows it. And, if anyone wants to catch my heretical contribution it's on Sunday. Unless rescheduled again. ???
Lookin' forward to meeting some of the crew here. Arguing in real time is just so much more efficient.
The schedule allows little time for private argument.
That said, any NewMarsian who finds me and asks will be treated to one free drink - - domestic beer or equivalent - - no exotic call brands! Strohs for Cobra.
Just remember TANSTAAFL - - I will bend your ear in exchange.
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#20 2004-08-17 13:56:11
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Sigh. Maybe one day.
I've got a huuuuuuge problem with the current American airlines policy of checking backgrounds of European travellers, though. Not that i'd have to worry, I'm clean... But I do not like stuff like that. Even if I understand why.
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#21 2004-08-18 00:48:44
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Re: Who's going to the Mars Society convention?
Scott Davis, of the great Mars Simulation Project, is going too. He won't be giving a talk or set up a table this time, but he will have CD's with him, so if you're interested...
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#22 2004-08-21 12:16:14
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Re: Who's going to the Mars Society convention?
I would love to go to the Mars Society Convention but Chicago might as well BE on Mars 
as I live a stone's throw from dear old London
as a matter of interest anybody on here from London?? a grand chess wizards' convention occurring :
Date : Saturday 28th August 2004
Time : From 11.00 am onwards
Venue : http://www.coventgardenlife.com/places. … =102]Punch and Judy pub Covent garden
40 The Market, The Piazza, London, WC2E 8RF
Pictures from previous grand wizards' conventions held at this venue: http://www.paintedpixels.net/2003london]>> Check here for 2003 pictures << I will be there
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