Bayfield Vette Fest

Oh Yea !!
Just because the math suggests the overall chance of rain is low,
this % has nothing to do with the possible reality of us sitting in our cars,
top up, and watching it rain !!!!
Guess the question we need to ask...is it worth the risk of getting the car wet,
in 'exchange' for the good humour and friendship that we shall experience
with C.F. members and others in attendance.Add to....the opportunity to
travel in convoy up to Bayfield, after meeting at the ungodly hour of 6am!!

Your call, Tony, welland.
 
All set to go from Owen Sound at 6:15 am. Sky very threatening. Lightening off in distance...and then...it starts to rain! Waiting it out at home. As of 9am rain has quit. Waiting for roads to dry...10 am is final chance to go.
 
What a great day. It's the first anniversary of my puchase.
To celebrate, my son and I met up with Manny and Carmen at the predetermined 6:00 am start, driving back to London to pickup James (Maddox) for the 2nd annual 'Cruise to Bayfield'. Traffic was moving along very nicely on the 401 with an F150 and Rav 4 hoofing it along briskly. So as to not impede traffic flow, Manny set our pace keeping up with them comfortably.
We picked up James and our mini convoy was off to Bayfield, the next leg in our adventure. It was quickly noted that there seemed to be an abundance of Ontario's finest patrolling the secondary highways (for our protection of course). It was reassuring to know that they were strategically positioned (sometimes almost hidden with some sort of electronic equipment in hand). I figured it was to ensure that our entourage passed safely without any criminal forces interferring with our arrival.
At one point just prior to arrival, our windshields became dampened with rain pellets but certainly not our spirits. Fortunately, it was not enough to have to pull over and lift the top. The dark clouds passed quickly they were not to be seen or heard from again.
After a marathon session of detailing/bug splatter removal, we ventured off to have our fill at the local fireman's breakfast. The line initially seemed intimidating due to its length but due to speedy and efficient cafeteria-style serving manner, we were fed quickly and able to return back to the Fest.
With over 215 cars in attendance, there was alot of Corvette eye candy in the beautiful park setting with every era being well represented. During my tour of the attending Vettes, I realized I had forgotten my camera, so alas no pics were taken by me (sorry).
Several of us in left in the early afternoon (including Manny) to enjoy other summer endeavors only to find several new officers lurking about ensuring our safe passage home again. Infact one such patrolman even ventured prominently passed us waving an index finger to remind us of their ever-watchful presence. We vacated the left lane momentarily allowing him to pass freely without us delaying his forward pursuit.
With the great cruise, good food and beautiful car scenery, it truly was a really fun day to be a Vette owner. Can't wait till next year to do it all again ...
 
LOL Terry, sounds like an event and you guys and gals had fun.
I hope you were equally 'polite' and appreciative to the local constabulary for their concern......:D

So nice to have peeps around lookin' after us ....

C.
 
Finally got away at 10 am after the roads dried up a bit. Made it to Bayfield around noon. We were entrant number 221. Hooked up with the great folks in our Suageen Shores Corvette Club for a relaxing afternoon and then dinner in Goderich before our convoy home. Lots of beautiful Vettes to be seen. Looking forward to next year!
 
Here's some pictures from this year's event:

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My wife with our '75 coupe after helping with the cleanup!

General pictures from the show:

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Great time up at Bayfield this weekend--lots of familiar faces!!
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Fireman's Breakfast always a hit and always a line up!!
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Nice rear end!!
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The centre section of the Bayfield show
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A nice row of oldies
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Some vintage cars that where present.
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El'Greco and Heather.
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Terry and his Carravagio---excellent!!
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The new Paulisher mobile--- nice choice Pauly!!!
 
Awesome pictures! Thanks for posting guys!

Manny! You changed the front of your car! No more ACI?
 
Guess where I live?

Thats Amazing.. never been to the show...:nono: I have a Corvette now :canada: and get this!!!:eek: I LIVE 10 MILES away IN Clinton....:banghead:
 

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