The Chicago Poker Run
 

The Chicago Poker will be held on July 22-23. I just got back from the Miami Boatshow Poker Run and have a huge response for this event.

www.chicagopokerrun.com

for info. or call 708/207-6555

Mark Smith

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When you get on the Chicago Powerboat Club board, click on "Chicago Poker Run".

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Any hotel info? Where is everyone staying?

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Base camp for the event will be at Harrah's Casino and Hotel

It is a pretty awesome hotel, you can check out their website.

http://www.harrahs.com/our_casinos/ech/index.html

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What makes this location perfect , is the hotel is in the marina area, so you can walk from your boat to the hotel and all the parties :drink: It will be first class

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Thanks, trying to make plans to attend. Do I have to be a member of COPS? What do we need to do to join?

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I am pretty sure that you do not need to be a member to attend. If you do want to join it is only $50.00 and it comes with several shirts and a hat, so it is almost like you get your money back :D

The membership application is on the COPS web site, just click on the link in the first post. It is a pretty long application, I found when signing up I was able to click past a lot of the questions at the end.

I hope you make it, I hear they already have a lot of boats signed up

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Sorry for the very late response. Ms PatriYacht is correct. The Chicago Poker Run is open to non Chicago Powerboat Club members. For more information on the Poker Run or the club membership check out www.ChicagoPowerboat.org
You can also reach me at 708-218-1566. I would be happy to answer any questions.

Dan

Thanks Donna I owe you some BEEMANS! :eek: :drink:

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The dates for the Chicago Poker Run have changed to July 22-23 due to air restrictions caused by the Gary air and water show and recommendations from the US Coast Guard. If you have already reserved a room at Harrah's please contact them directly to change your reservations. Sorry for any inconvenience this causes. For those who have not signed up please visit our website for details and registration.

www.chicagopokerrun.com

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This weekend works out great because there is no poker runs or races in the area.

Mark Smith

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Mark,
Welcome back from vacation. Now get to work!!! :evilb: :D
Dan

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Watch for our Extreme Boats Magazine Advertisement. Hope to see lots of OSO members at the run.
Dan

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whats are the stops? we need more info... :p details my friends details!!

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The main event takes place at Harrahs/Robert Pastrick. The run will go downtown to Chicago. There will be 3 stops in the city. This is where the 3 helicopters will get a chance to take get video and photos of the run with a beautiful view of the Windy City. We will also have video coverage at the yacht club/Monroe harbor. The afternoon runs will take place toward Michigan City. The dinner and awards presentation will take place at Resorts(formerly Harrahs) Casino Ballroom. Cocktails, sit-down dinner, awards presentation, and DJ dancing will all take place at Harrahs.
Be sure to sign up today www.chicagopokerrun.com

If you have any questions, call me at 708/207-6555.

Mark Smith
Chi-Town Hustler

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Watch for our Ad in the new Extreme Boats Magazine. Vol 2 issue 3. Hope to see many OSO members on the run. Remember this run benefits a great charity.
Dan

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Ttt

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Still looking for volunteers for the poker run. If you are interested, please post or give me a call.

Mark Smith
708/207-6555

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Currently working with Resort's Casino and other nearby hotels to get even better rate. More information will be posted as soon as it becomes available. There will be a limited supply of these discount rooms so book right away.

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We will have the team from Extreme Boats Magazine covering our event. Casey, the publisher, will be in a Helicopter taking pictures for an upcoming issue. :D :D Check out EBM and see the fantastic articles and photography. They have the best Poker Run coverage in the industry. Seven full color pages on average.
Thank you Extreme Boats Magazine!

Dan

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To book your hotel for the Chicago Poker Run, the only Poker Run with card stops in Chicago, at Resort's Casino for $125/ night (Fri & Sat) call Georgia at 219-378-3229. The rate is $89 on Sunday if anyone needs to stay for permit / wide load towing on Monday. Mention The Chicago Poker Run for the discounted rate. The Hotel property is 21 and over due to Indiana State law. The Hotel, Casino and Marina are all adjacent to one another for easy access by foot to all the events and your boat. Book soon as there are a limited number of rooms available.

Steve

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Downtown42,
I know with the new boat that money is tight, but will you be attending our Poker Run? One of the best deals out there. Grand Ballroom sit-down dinner/awards banquet. Restaurant sit-down lunch. Beautiful Chicago Skyline. You need to show-off that beautiful boat with Myco trailer. Good Choice with the trailer too.

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Money is really tight and with the new job I need some more deals in the bank before I can play. I truly am sorry, but will see you guys around NPoint this summer.

Is your OE getting painted?

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Paint is done. Cover blew off delivering to MO. All I have now is a full cover. Trying to get everything together. Trying to get it done for Oshkosh.

Dave, did you get a freebee poker run with the boat?

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nope

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Dave,
Hope sales are good for you so you can make the run. If not there is always next year or some of the fun runs. Looking forward to seeing your boat. I'm jealous!!! :evilb: :D
Dan

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Hope I'm together by then.... :mad:

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You don't need no stinkin seats. Who is doing the vinyl?

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Me... :cool:

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Here is the overview of Robert Pastrick Marina and Resort's Casino. You can walk to your room at the Resort's Casino Hotel. The rooms are suites and are half price if you mention the Chicago Poker Run. There are a limited number of rooms available for the poker run. Sign up right away.

There will be a limited number of slips available for the poker run. The first to sign up gets the slips. Shower facilities are available to use.
www.chicagopokerrun.com

click on each picture to enlarge.

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To download an application click below. Also you can sign up online at www.chicagopokerrun.com you do not have to be a member of CPC to attend this event.

http://documents.clubexpress.com/doc...Y3clByVw%3d%3d

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No problem....just remember to bring some extra oil! :evilb: :drink:
Dan

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Dude I am SOOO in for this one! Can't wait to do my first "official" Poker Run...and get some camera time with the new boat! I quote "official" cause I'm not sure the one on the Calumet counts! Just waiting on insurance for the Fountain, then I'll be signing up. This is gonna be a blast.

I think Michelle and I are just going to stay at Hammond...finish the run, throw the boat on the hoist and drive over....how far is it on land, timewise, between Hammond and Pastrick?

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Mike,
It's a 10 to 12 min. car ride from Hammond. I'm running back to Hammond to put the boat on the lift before the party. We have a room at Resorts for Friday and Saturday. I know after the party I won't feel like driving. :drink:

Last year a group of boaters stayed around Sunday and ran over to Michigan City. We could do Matey's or the Yacht Club for lunch. What does everyone think?
Dan

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sounds like a great plan dan.............m.m..........

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You know I'll be up for a lunch run Sunday. Who knows maybe they will even be open this time. :drink:

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will there be any Pork chops this year?? :p

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Does anyone have room for 1 experienced boater passenger?

My Father is in Geneva, IL, and does not have enough time to make it to VA/DC very often to ride on my boat. He is 65, but still runs with the big dogs. I would love to be able to find him a seat/bolster to make the Chicago Run, or even just a couple stops on his home turf. (He can have his Wife pick him up somewhere.) Gas, beer. food, etc. etc., covered without question.

Thank you all very much.

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I know what it is like my Dad is in NY and I wish he had more time to spend boating with us.

Donna

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I'm sure we can make them special for ya. :D :D