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Welcome to the
Sunshine State

The Florida West Coast Region extends a cordial invitation to join us for the 1988 Winter National Meet at The Pier in St. Petersburg.
     St. Petersburg is a beautiful city of 240,000 people (fourth largest city in Florida) with Tampa Bay on its east coast and the Gulf of Mexico on its west coast. The average high temperature for February is 70 degrees, the lowest is 50 degrees, and the water temperature is at 65 degrees. The greater St. Petersburg area attracts over four million visitors annually and , in addition, there are numerous attractions close by, such as Bush Gardens, Cypress Gardens, Sea World, Disney World, EPCOT Center, and many glorious beaches.
    While ar The Pier, you may wish to visit the H.M.S. Bounty which is docked there. Take a museum stroll along the downtown waterfront and visit the Salvador Dali Museum, Museum of Fine Arts, Florida International Museum, featuring the Titanic Exhibit, and the Museum of History. Plus there are many fine shops and antique shops along Beach Drive.
     The host hotel, St. Petersburg Bayfront Hilton, is only three blocks from the show field. There will be a shuttle to and from the RV parking, host hotel, and the show field.
    There will be a shuttle for the judges from the Judge's Breakfast to the show field on Saturday.
     Remember, this is peak tourist season! The week prior is the Grand Prix in St. Petersburg and the fourth annual Harley-Davidson Show on The Pier. The week following is the debut of our new baseball team- The Devil Rays, so early registration is a must!!
    We hope you will make a vacation trip while you are here.

REGISTRATION DEADLINE FEBRUARY 14, 1998

Car Hauler Parking NOT AVAILABLE at any downtown hotel. All car haulers must be parked in designated parking lots. Security provided. Flea Market Located at The Pier. Spaces are 15' x 27' @ $30.00 per space. All vendors' RVs must be self contained, and will be on concrete. Please bring appropriate materials for tie-downs. Set- up may begin Thursday, AM. Car Corral Space is limited. $20.00 per car. RV Parking Lot 51 has been designated. All motor homes must be self contained, Flat fee of $35.00. Show Field The Pier. The St. Pete Municipal Pier overlooks beautiful Tampa Bay with twenty unique shops and five different eateries. Plus the World famous Columbia Restaurant on the fourth floor. Early Bird Welcome Party Thursday PM. For those arriving early, please join us on the 15th floor at the Hilton. "Red Sails In The Sunset" Social Friday PM. There may not be any Red Sails, but come and enjoy one of St. Petersburg's spectacular sunsets while relaxing with old and new friends at The Pier, overlooking beautiful Tampa Bay, featuring Spanish and seafood hors d'oeuvres, plus cash bar.

In Lieu of Ladies
Tour
There are a variety of shops an Beach Drive and also at The Pier A shuttle bus will be provided. Please wear your ID badges for possible discounts.

Awards Banquet
Sunday. A social hour (with cash bar) will be held just prior to the banquet at the Hilton. This will be a reserved, seated dinner with your choice of either beef or chicken. Requests regarding seating may be made at the registration Desk. Childrens Menu (through age 10): hamburger and french fries. Seating capacity: 600

Farewell
Sunday AM. Before leaving us, please stop by for coffee and donuts. Details at the Hilton

Directions
To the host hotel, rv parking, car hauler area, show field, and flea market:

From North or South -take I-275 to I-175
(exit 9) to first street south.

Click here for map to the pier

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