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Old Mar 16, 2020 | 04:58 AM
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I wanted to let everyone know that I am continuously monitoring the effect that Covid-19 is having on all of us. At this time, there is no plan to cancel the event. I'm talking to the management at Fontana and, like everybody else trying to decide what to do. I will keep you informed and if there are any changes, I will let you know as soon as I find out. Naturally, if RtD2020 is canceled, registration fees will be returned.

Stay safe, wash your hands a lot, and I hope to see you soon.

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Old Mar 16, 2020 | 04:39 PM
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Not much we can do but wait and see how things play out.
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Old Mar 20, 2020 | 04:53 PM
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The border is closed to tourism beginning tonight- Friday, March 20- first day of spring. Only essential travel is allowed...I don't know if us Canadians would be able to convince the US border patrol that RTD is "essential" travel.

I mean, I know it is essential.

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Old Mar 20, 2020 | 05:03 PM
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Originally Posted by darcyw
The border is closed to tourism beginning tonight- Friday, March 20- first day of spring. Only essential travel is allowed...I don't know if us Canadians would be able to convince the US border patrol that RTD is "essential" travel.

I mean, I know it is essential.

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Just keep your fingers crossed that it ends in 30 to 45 days.
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Old Mar 21, 2020 | 07:12 AM
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My post is a little pessimistic, I want this event to happen but I'm starting to have my doubts. If it's doesn't happen hopefully Fontana will also issue a refund, or at least a credit to be used at a later date.
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Old Mar 21, 2020 | 08:08 AM
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On another event that was cancelled Fontana and they did offer a credit for any reservations already made. That event was rescheduled for August at Fontana. Stay safe people.
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Old Mar 21, 2020 | 09:56 AM
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A FYI for all. I'm checking with Fontana to see if there's another date available. I'll know more on Monday and as soon as I find out what's happening, I'll post it here.
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Old Mar 21, 2020 | 11:50 AM
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Graham County will close the Skyway to traffic on March 27th and the close US129 and CR28 to non-residents traffic. Police will be asking for proof of residency.
https://wlos.com/news/local/graham-c...tions-in-place
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Old Mar 21, 2020 | 01:24 PM
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Originally Posted by Bama Dave
Graham County will close the Skyway to traffic on March 27th and the close US129 and CR28 to non-residents traffic. Police will be asking for proof of residency.
https://wlos.com/news/local/graham-c...tions-in-place
Who the hell are you going to pass covid 19 to on the Skyway or 129?
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Old Mar 21, 2020 | 01:30 PM
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Originally Posted by Lovetodrive2000
Who the hell are you going to pass covid 19 to on the Skyway or 129?
Skyway has many places to stop and enjoy the view. Anything an infected person touches can infect others.
129? Ever stop at Deals Gap? Touch the dragon sculpture?
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