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Public Transportation is always a big plus for any tournament to pool more participation. As well as a place to eat that is within walking distance.
If I did not have a friend to travel with this time. I probably could not attend this one easily. Right now if that friend is still going, then I'll be there.
There is a #43 Stonechurch bus you can take from downtown Hamilton; runs every 30 mins, stops at 7pm. It takes almost an hour to take you by the playing site according to its scheduele. It does not run on Sunday. http://www.hamilton.ca/CityServices/...rentSchedules/
The other bus #44 Rymal that passes by next closest does not run on Saturday or Sunday.
They are not that close; there are some divier cheaper places also not that close such as the Red Rose or Pine but you couldn't pay me to stay in any of those.
Last edited by Zeljko Kitich; Saturday, 19th February, 2011, 01:28 PM.
I'm not sure if I am going to play in this one, but it looks like an enjoyable tournament to consider. Could you notify me of the new location?
Zach Dukic
Saltfleet High School is the newest high school in the area so its a pretty nice building. This includes an interesting sitting area outside the cafeteria we will be playing in.
It is located on 108 Highland Road West, which you get to by just taking highway 20 (Centennial Parkway N) exit from the QEW. Just go straight up the mountain until you reach Highland Road then turn right. For people coming from Niagara region the drive will be shorter than it was to downtown.
:DFOOD
There is Turtle Jacks Muskoka Grill and Shawarma Hut in the same plaza as Boston Pizza! It is walking distance from school. This area offers variety for everyone. If you have a large group of people that wants to eat, analyze and talk this place is for you. :D Looking to get a quick pita on the go - Shawarma Hut is your place. :). There is also SUBWAY at 1775 Stone Church E, Hamilton, 5 min driving. TIM HORTONS, other restaurants, gas stations are 5 min away on car on Mud Street West. Easy access from Upper Centennial Parkway. :D
PARKING
Besides school parking there is lots of parking around school. Saltfleet Secondary School is located in residential area.
Thank you Bob! Another BUMP for 2011 Hamilton Winter Open.:D
If Jean comes plenty of options for the free soup we've offered him.
Saltfleet High School is the newest high school in the area so its a pretty nice building. This includes an interesting sitting area outside the cafeteria we will be playing in.
It is located on 108 Highland Road West, which you get to by just taking highway 20 (Centennial Parkway N) exit from the QEW. Just go straight up the mountain until you reach Highland Road then turn right. For people coming from Niagara region the drive will be shorter than it was to downtown.
Thanks Garvin, I know how to get there because right by there is the saltfleet soccer field, and saltfleet was in our division. Thanks for the details looks like it will be a luxurious tournament as well!
Umm... why am I on the pre-reg list? Mikhail Egorov just talked to me about the tournament this weekend, I didn't even know about it till then and I'm not even sure if I'm going. Can I be taken off? Also my name is spelled wrong, please and thank you.
We have the same problem in Brampton. Mon - Fri there are lots of buses going near the Schools but when the weekend comes some of those buses don't run or they take 1 hr to get to the destination.
I think this should be a heads up for Organizers who want to take advantage
of the cheaper rates of High School facilities. However they should chose a location that anyone can get to without always car pooling.
NOTE For the future:
I don't drive so if I have no friends going to an out of town tournament and I cannot get there by public transportation then I don't even consider going.
I guess on a funny note if John Brown can't get to the tournament then how many others are you going to lose as entries.
Maximize your pool of players don't segregate the non drivers.
Believe me Jean, I am too smart to ever take that job!
Oh sorry Bob..
Maybe Bob is smart enough to not want that job...
Just imagine: a volunteer position where you get to devote almost all of your time pleasing no one and just treading water and dancing on the head of a pin.
The line forms to the right, wait - no it doesn't!
Marshall Bob you done know what you were a doin' when you a pinned that tin star on your chest, you a knew being CFC Pres would have a lot of quick draws gunning for a ya, so get on with 'er and get 'er done fast or end up on boot hill, lucky for you they can't a shoot straighter than a knight moves- just in case though I'll be leavin' that trusty old steed Resignation out back for ya
Last edited by Zeljko Kitich; Friday, 25th February, 2011, 05:11 PM.
Hi, is it possible to fide-rate this event? thanks,
Sorry, no. To fide-rate an event you need to register the event with FIDE 6 weeks in advance.
We have not perceived much demand for fide ratings at our Hamilton weekenders. However, the Hamilton crew is fide-rating our bigger project this year, the Ontario Open. :)
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