Cee245 818 #1 Posted March 12, 2022 I've been a long time member and supporter and yet I've haven't made it to a Big Show😔... yet. I'm planning on a trip from Erie area this year. I have lodging booked/figured out already. I've seen enough pics and read a bunch of posts on what goes on there, but was wondering about some details. I gather that I have to buy a $10 membership to Wheel Horse Collectors to sell some of my parts etc, but is there an admission charge/parking? Is there concession stand or something? Porta potty? I would be pulling a 5x10 open utility trailer and my vehicle. Maybe my 417 and various parts. Do people park and set up? Is it sorta like a flea market? I'm planning on going this year and really looking forward to it! It depends on my work schedule, but it should be ok. 5 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
roadapples 6,983 #2 Posted March 12, 2022 Bathrooms and showers on grounds. Local church serves food including homemade pies. Admission and parking are free. Basically flea market for wheel horse tractors and parts only. You'll have a great time. Ask who belongs to Red Square.... 5 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kpinnc 12,005 #3 Posted March 12, 2022 I haven't been since 2008, but if anything it's probably gotten better. Family friendly, very relaxed fun. Bring a pop up shade. Some bring 10x10 style canopies to set up inside the track. It gets pretty hot! Some folks camp on the grounds. Some stay in hotels overnight nearby. Tends to be more than a half hour drive daily for that. More red tractors than anywhere else you'll find! 4 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JoeM 7,873 #4 Posted March 12, 2022 Bring extra cash, lots of good deals on just about everything WH. I always make a list of needs and say I am holding to it.......has not worked out to good. Watch or participate in the Big Show Buy Sell Trade thread if you are looking to sell or want something specific. Take lots of Pics, it goes fast. 3 1 1 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AMC RULES 37,130 #5 Posted March 12, 2022 Will be interesting to see the turn out this year. 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
953 nut 55,189 #6 Posted March 12, 2022 7 hours ago, Cee245 said: I've been a long time member and supporter and yet I've haven't made it to a Big Show😔... yet. I'm planning on a trip from Erie area this year. I have lodging booked/figured out already.It is about time you joined in the fun. What took you so long? I've seen enough pics and read a bunch of posts on what goes on there, but was wondering about some details. If you can't find it there you probably won't find it anywhere. I gather that I have to buy a $10 membership to Wheel Horse Collectors to sell some of my parts etc, but is there an admission charge/parking? Admission and parking are free, most of us will pay our membership dues at the show to show our appreciation for the WHCC hosting this great gathering. Is there concession stand or something? Porta potty? A church group runs the concession stand and they put out some great food. You will be pleased to know that there are real flush toilets and the rest rooms are kept nice. I would be pulling a 5x10 open utility trailer and my vehicle. Maybe my 417 and various parts. Do people park and set up? Is it sorta like a flea market? Just find your spot in the vendor area and have at it, gates open Thursdays morning for set-up and early bargain hunting. I'm planning on going this year and really looking forward to it! It depends on my work schedule, but it should be ok. 5 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ed Kennell 38,136 #7 Posted March 12, 2022 The show is advertised as Friday thru Sunday, but most vendors and flea marketers set up and do their swapping on Thursday. Friday is parade day and Red Square member picture. Most clear out Saturday afternoon after the Raffle. Looking forward to meet you. Look for a trailer full of 5 gallon buckets. 3 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
c-series don 8,688 #8 Posted March 12, 2022 (edited) Generally just be prepared to be in a Wheel Horse wonderland! I call it my annual pilgrimage! I attended the second or third show and have only missed three since then. Dang kids graduating high school, I asked if they could just video it and that didn’t go over well 😂 Then I had to go to a friends wedding one of those years. I can’t wait to see everyone in June 👍🏻 Edited March 12, 2022 by c-series don 5 1 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
squonk 41,067 #9 Posted March 12, 2022 (edited) You won't be able to sell out of your trailer in the "infield" ( horse shoe shaped) area. You will have to find a spot out in the perimeter. Edited March 12, 2022 by squonk 4 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Cee245 818 #10 Posted March 12, 2022 Thanks for the responses everyone. I'm looking forward to meeting you all! I did reply to the buy sell page, we'll see how that goes. It's probably going to be like going grocery shopping when starving for me. Lol 2 1 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Pullstart 62,834 #11 Posted March 12, 2022 Looking forward to seeing my tractor friends again soon! @Cee245 it seems like your questions have been answered, so cee you there! Oh- Friday night is the ice cream social before parade night. Don’t spin out early in favor of dinner, it’s a blast! 1 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Cee245 818 #12 Posted March 12, 2022 6 hours ago, 953 nut said: 14 hours ago, Cee245 said: I've been a long time member and supporter and yet I've haven't made it to a Big Show😔... yet. I'm planning on a trip from Erie area this year. I have lodging booked/figured out already.It is about time you joined in the fun. What took you so long? Lol! I really don't have a good reason why... My brother lives in Carlisle(20miles from the show) We have a place in Renovo, Pa (Clinton county) which is about 2.5 hrs away. So either way I'll plan the trip with my wife and kids. 3 1 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wallfish 16,994 #13 Posted March 12, 2022 2 minutes ago, Cee245 said: with my wife Mine will only go just to make sure I don't have a good time! LoL 12 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Cee245 818 #14 Posted March 12, 2022 @wallfish mine is pretty cool. I showed her a nice 416h with 42" RD. 1550 hrs or so. and I thought it was way too high for my tastes, but she thought it was a good deal at about 2500. So, to me my budget is 2500 for whatever i want! She realizes this is my hobby that i love and doesn't get upset that i have 4 tractors when i could easily just have 1 with my 416. 2 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Pullstart 62,834 #15 Posted March 12, 2022 13 minutes ago, Cee245 said: wife and kids. there’s something for everyone! 5 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ed Kennell 38,136 #16 Posted March 12, 2022 56 minutes ago, wallfish said: Mine will only go If there is a 5 star hotel and an indoor mall on the fair grounds. 9 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
squonk 41,067 #17 Posted March 12, 2022 58 minutes ago, wallfish said: Mine will only go just to make sure I don't have a good time! LoL Well the van would get cleaned better! 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Horse Newbie 7,069 #18 Posted March 12, 2022 14 hours ago, kpinnc said: I haven't been since 2008 I’m going to drag you up this year… 1 1 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Horse Newbie 7,069 #19 Posted March 12, 2022 I hope to camp on the fairgrounds… Will have a truck and 10x6 utility trailer. How does parking work with a trailer ? Can you sleep in the bed of a truck in the camping area ? Do most people stay on the grounds , without having to go to a store ? If I sleep in the truck bed, can I drive the truck out to a store ? Is ice available on site ? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Handy Don 12,213 #20 Posted March 13, 2022 (edited) 3 hours ago, Horse Newbie said: I hope to camp on the fairgrounds… Will have a truck and 10x6 utility trailer. How does parking work with a trailer ? Can you sleep in the bed of a truck in the camping area ? Do most people stay on the grounds , without having to go to a store ? If I sleep in the truck bed, can I drive the truck out to a store ? Is ice available on site ? The organizers want trailers parked at the far end of the parking lot. Camping trailers go in the camping area. Typically, you'd not park a truck in the camping area unless it has a camper back (and you pay the fee for camping--it was $20 a night last year). Driving in and out of the camping area is discouraged and is prohibited during quiet times (10pm - 7am?) Don't know about sleeping in a truck bed. Anyone else? I believe most attendees stay at hotels, B&Bs, etc. in Chambersburg, Gettysburg or other near-ish towns. A goodly number camp on the grounds and come fully provisioned. Many meet offsite for breakfasts or dinners and lunch onsite. For regular car/truck parking you are free to come and go as you wish. Ice--I don't know. Edited March 13, 2022 by Handy Don 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Horse Newbie 7,069 #21 Posted March 13, 2022 5 minutes ago, Handy Don said: The organizers want trailers parked at the far end of the parking lot. Camping trailers go in the camping area. Typically, you'd not park a truck in the camping area unless it has a camper back (and you pay the fee for camping--it was $20 a night last year). Driving in and out of the camping area is discouraged and is prohibited during quiet times (10pm - 7am?) Don't know about sleeping in a truck bed. Anyone else? I believe most attendees stay at hotels, B&Bs, etc. in Chambersburg, Gettysburg or other near-ish towns. A goodly number camp on the grounds and come fully provisioned. Many meet offsite for breakfasts or dinners and lunch onsite. For regular car/truck parking you are free to come and go as you wish. Ice--I don't know. Thank you @Handy Don ! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
squonk 41,067 #22 Posted March 13, 2022 All the ice you want is available at the concession stand. But they close early on Thursday. 1 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rmaynard 15,434 #23 Posted March 13, 2022 On 3/12/2022 at 6:08 AM, AMC RULES said: Will be interesting to see the turn out this year. Having had the 2020 show cancelled due to Covid, 2021 was amazingly attended. Had our friends from Canada been able to attend, I think the attendance would have been the highest ever. Unfortunately this year though, I can't image that the attendance will be as good considering fuel prices. 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JoeM 7,873 #24 Posted March 13, 2022 Don't forget the toga party on Thursday night. That might be a different show 10 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Horse Newbie 7,069 #25 Posted March 13, 2022 Just now, JoeM said: Don't forget the toga party on Thursday night. That might be a different show I just changed my plans… Will now be arriving on Friday… 11 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
