wolfe_man Posted April 23 Report Share Posted April 23 Hello my fellow umpires, I'm seriously thinking about going to the Mid-American Camp this year. Is anyone else going? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
johnnyg08 Posted April 23 Report Share Posted April 23 8 minutes ago, wolfe_man said: Hello fellow umpires, I'm seriously thinking about going to the Mid American Camp this year. Is anyone else going? I'm not going, but I have gone before. You should go! It's a great camp! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wolfe_man Posted April 23 Author Report Share Posted April 23 1 minute ago, johnnyg08 said: I'm not going, but I have gone before. You should go! It's a great camp! Thanks. I am pretty confident I'm going. Did you get your own room while there or share with a fellow camper? It's an 11 hour drive from here, so may fly and just get my own room. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
johnnyg08 Posted April 23 Report Share Posted April 23 1 minute ago, wolfe_man said: Thanks. I am pretty confident I'm going. Did you get your own room while there or share with a fellow camper? It's an 11 hour drive from here, so may fly and just get my own room. I had a roommate when I went last time. If I go again, I would get my own room because I'm older and crabbier now. 🙂 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wolfe_man Posted April 23 Author Report Share Posted April 23 7 minutes ago, johnnyg08 said: I had a roommate when I went last time. If I go again, I would get my own room because I'm older and crabbier now. 🙂 That's what I'll have to decide... do I want a partner? Hmmm Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
concertman1971 Posted April 23 Report Share Posted April 23 Went last year. GREAT camp. I shared a room but it was a guy I had roomed with before. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kylehutson Posted April 23 Report Share Posted April 23 I didn't share a room when I went. It was worth the extra money to me. YMMV. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wolfe_man Posted April 23 Author Report Share Posted April 23 27 minutes ago, kylehutson said: I didn't share a room when I went. It was worth the extra money to me. YMMV. I'm leaning on solo myself. Then can sleep when I want without interruptions. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SeeingEyeDog Posted April 23 Report Share Posted April 23 Obligatory...(he said he sleeps when HE wants "without interruptions"...) Championship Sunday... Random Umpire#1: I thought @wolfe_man was on this game today to close camp? Random Umpire#2: Nah, he ain't worked a game the entire week of camp. Random Umpire#1: Wow...so, he's workin' hard in his room on his mechanics and rule book study? Random Umpire#2: Nah...he just told his family he was "going to umpire camp" so he could enjoy a quiet hotel room to himself with the A/C cranked and get caught up on his sleep this week... Random Umpire#1: (thousand yard stare...) That's a pro move right there... Radom Umpire#2: That's Wolfe...always with the pro moves... ~Dawg 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wolfe_man Posted April 24 Author Report Share Posted April 24 I can sleep at home... If I pay $1600+ (total cost of trip for me to go) then you can rest assured that I'll not be sleeping in and missing the opportunity to get the feedback I so desire for me to grow as an umpire! But I smile upon the jokes. Thanks for the laugh. Hotel $650 (avg $210/night plus tax) Airfare $325 Camp cost $311 (with processing fee included) Rental car $250 Other misc expenses $250 A weekend of great instruction, invaluable feedback and a possible opportunity to move into the CBUA ranks - Pricele$$ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SeeingEyeDog Posted April 24 Report Share Posted April 24 @wolfe_man, thanks for being a good audience for my amateur hour and have a great camp, brother. We can't wait to hear your tales... ~Dawg Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GreyhoundAggie Posted April 24 Report Share Posted April 24 I went twice abouyt 6-7 years ago. Well worth the money and instruction. I'm looking to a do a 3 man camp next time i do one now. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kylehutson Posted April 24 Report Share Posted April 24 By my calculations, you could drive it for about $200 in gas[1] (granted 11 hours isn't "nothing", but I drove to Cincinnati from about 2 hours west of KC a couple of years ago - it's not SO bad) AND you get to write off $900 for your mileage on your taxes. I used an AirBNB to save more money when I've been to that location. Based on last year's 3-man camp (mostly the same instructors), I wouldn't do that now that they have the hotel closer than some of the parking spaces you could get otherwise. If I was going this year, I'd stay at the camp hotel. You really don't *need* a rental car, either if you're staying at the hotel. Getting to and from the airport to the hotel is the main thing. After that, there will be plenty of guys around that would be happy to give you a ride to any restaurants, etc. Dang, I might have to come up some time during your camp just to meet you face-to-face. [1] based on 25 mpg Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MidAmUmp Posted April 25 Report Share Posted April 25 On 4/23/2024 at 6:46 AM, wolfe_man said: Hello fellow umpires, I'm seriously thinking about going to the Mid American Camp this year. Is anyone else going? I’m going 🙋♂️ 4 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wolfe_man Posted April 25 Author Report Share Posted April 25 11 hours ago, kylehutson said: By my calculations, you could drive it for about $200 in gas[1] (granted 11 hours isn't "nothing", but I drove to Cincinnati from about 2 hours west of KC a couple of years ago - it's not SO bad) AND you get to write off $900 for your mileage on your taxes. I used an AirBNB to save more money when I've been to that location. Based on last year's 3-man camp (mostly the same instructors), I wouldn't do that now that they have the hotel closer than some of the parking spaces you could get otherwise. If I was going this year, I'd stay at the camp hotel. You really don't *need* a rental car, either if you're staying at the hotel. Getting to and from the airport to the hotel is the main thing. After that, there will be plenty of guys around that would be happy to give you a ride to any restaurants, etc. Dang, I might have to come up some time during your camp just to meet you face-to-face. [1] based on 25 mpg Thanks for this. I have considered a drive, but that's either leave very early on Thurs morning to get there in time for Camp in the afternoon and arrive mind-dead from the drive... or leave on Wednesday, but then that adds another hotel cost and another day off work. Plus, it's Interstate 70 almost the whole way from here. And with all the truckers on that route, 11 hours is a long drive when you can't just put the cruise on and drive anymore. It's two lane most of the way out there and the trucks keep slowing you down as they take miles to pass another truck it seems. So I've chosen to fly - but I do appreciate you looking into it for me and adding your experience. I have considered just getting an Uber to the Holiday Inn Creekside since it's right at the fields (literally)... but they said there are two sites on the Camp's webpage, so I didn't want to be put in a situation where I needed a car to get to the second location for games and then be dependent on an Uber or bumming off a peer and inconveniencing them when I would have all my gear to take with me. I honestly don't mind spending the $1500 on the trip. From all I've heard over the years, it's well worth it and I'm eagerly looking forward to attending! If I was worried about costs that much, I could always try to talk a local buddy into coming along and sharing costs for hotel & rental car. When I got started umpiring, I did need the extra money. Now, it's more for hobbies, eating out, vacations, etc. so it doesn't hurt me to use the income from my HS season to cover this trip. I thought about it last year, but am ready now to receive more instruction and start looking for the feedback & opportunities to get better and possibly move up to some college baseball. I'd love to meet you face-to-face if you have the time and can make it. It's always good putting names and faces together! Thanks again. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JSam21 Posted April 25 Report Share Posted April 25 @wolfe_man are you doing the two or three umpire camp? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wolfe_man Posted April 25 Author Report Share Posted April 25 2 minutes ago, JSam21 said: @wolfe_man are you doing the two or three umpire camp? I'm doing the two man. It's from 9/5 - 9/8. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JSam21 Posted April 25 Report Share Posted April 25 22 minutes ago, wolfe_man said: I'm doing the two man. It's from 9/5 - 9/8. I will be there the following week for the 3 umpire. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wolfe_man Posted April 25 Author Report Share Posted April 25 3 minutes ago, JSam21 said: I will be there the following week for the 3 umpire. You're further up the road than me, my friend. Maybe in a few years. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Man in Blue Posted April 26 Report Share Posted April 26 I'm contemplating it . . . 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wolfe_man Posted May 7 Author Report Share Posted May 7 Has anyone stayed in the Holiday Inn located right at the complex? I've reserved a room there, but the reviews are not good - especially concerning water pressure, atmosphere, breakfast, etc. For $200+ a night I expect closer to excellent amenities and reviews. For closer to $150, I can stay in much nicer hotels (Marriott, Hilton, Drury Inn, etc) less than 15 minutes away at the airport. I will have a car, so transportation is not an issue. It looks like much better food options up near the airport too. If you don't want to put anything negative out "over the air" here, then please feel free to IM me with your feedback. I found it a little odd that the actual camp website didn't recommend a hotel, now I'm wondering if that was intentional or not. One other question, if I schedule a flight home for 3pm on Sunday - is that too early? I see it's live games on Sat with breakout sessions and an evening session... but Sunday just says live games with no sessions. I'm assuming most go back home on Sunday to be back at their jobs on Monday morning, right? Or do I need to plan for another night there and fly back Monday? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MidAmUmp Posted May 8 Report Share Posted May 8 20 hours ago, wolfe_man said: Has anyone stayed in the Holiday Inn located right at the complex? I've reserved a room there, but the reviews are not good - especially concerning water pressure, atmosphere, breakfast, etc. For $200+ a night I expect closer to excellent amenities and reviews. For closer to $150, I can stay in much nicer hotels (Marriott, Hilton, Drury Inn, etc) less than 15 minutes away at the airport. I will have a car, so transportation is not an issue. It looks like much better food options up near the airport too. If you don't want to put anything negative out "over the air" here, then please feel free to IM me with your feedback. I found it a little odd that the actual camp website didn't recommend a hotel, now I'm wondering if that was intentional or not. One other question, if I schedule a flight home for 3pm on Sunday - is that too early? I see it's live games on Sat with breakout sessions and an evening session... but Sunday just says live games with no sessions. I'm assuming most go back home on Sunday to be back at their jobs on Monday morning, right? Or do I need to plan for another night there and fly back Monday? We don’t recommend a hotel because so many decide to do Airbnb’s or other options and it’s becoming more difficult to deal with getting a discounted group rate with hotels. I’ve personally stayed at the hotel at Creekside. I haven’t experienced any issues that you’ve mentioned. The breakfast is your typical HIE breakfast. As far as Sunday goes, book your flight and you’ll tell us when you need to be at the airport. We will make sure you’re done with your games and get to the airport in plenty of time. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wolfe_man Posted May 8 Author Report Share Posted May 8 2 hours ago, MidAmUmp said: We don’t recommend a hotel because so many decide to do Airbnb’s or other options and it’s becoming more difficult to deal with getting a discounted group rate with hotels. I’ve personally stayed at the hotel at Creekside. I haven’t experienced any issues that you’ve mentioned. The breakfast is your typical HIE breakfast. As far as Sunday goes, book your flight and you’ll tell us when you need to be at the airport. We will make sure you’re done with your games and get to the airport in plenty of time. Excellent feedback! Thank you. That makes me more comfortable. I’m a planner and I’ve got everything ready to go, but started to second-guess it when I found those reviews. Thanks again! I’m really looking forward to coming and learning! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RBIbaseball Posted May 8 Report Share Posted May 8 I was really looking forward to getting to this camp, but unfortunately for me it's about the only weekend that is non-negotiable schedule wise. Are there other camps that offer an equivalent experience/ instruction level this fall? I always got next year I suppose. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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