Well its nice to finally get the chance to get back on the forum, this tax season is killing me. Anyway, I'd like to thank blackxfire for his efforts so far in getting the Newport meet together. I wish that I could have helped more since I'm the local guy but for now I'll continue to help blackxfire with information gathering.

I'm not sure if blackxire reported back on the mansions but the fees are $1,000 plus for lawn pictures. I suggested that we should probably stick with one of the public parks which do not require fees or reservations (unless you're reserving a site). There are a couple great spots in Newport right on the water, Brenton Point Park and Fort Adams. Both will offer great opportunities for pictures with the ocean as our back drop.

Brenton Point State Park: http://www.riparks.com/BRENTON.HTM

Fort Adams State Park: http://www.riparks.com/fortadams.htm

I think that the focal point of the meet would be the drive down Ocean Drive:

Ocean Drive: http://www.oceandrivenewport.com/
(not the greatest site but it gives you an idea)


There is no shortage of restaurants either in Newport, our biggest probablem will be deciding which one to go to:

http://www.newportri.com/newportri07/dining.html

Thanks again blackxfire and if anyone has any questions or wants me to find out some info on a particular interest just let me know.