Dragon Con 09 Parade Info

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okay all we are all set for the parade there is even a new section in it labeled "Halo"



here is a copy of them email with the basic and i will attach the map for all to see



Parade Morning, Saturday, 9/5:



The parade goes on rain or shine, with the exception of continued downpours and/or weather conditions that threaten the safety of our participants. If the sun shines or the sky is overcast or there's intermittent but clearing rain or it just keeps on drizzling - we'll put on a parade!



Timetable



8:00 - 9:00 AM Parade vehicles arrive for staging

9:00 - 9:30 AM Participant line-up/parade section staging

9:45 AM Line-up/staging of both marchers and vehicles

is final

10:00 AM Step-off onto Peachtree Street





Line-Up/Staging Information:



Where Do We Start: Woodruff Park (Peachtree St and Auburn Ave, about 4.5 blocks south of the Hyatt Regency)



Unless otherwise directed, parade vehicles (cars, trucks, floats) are lined up on Auburn Avenue and Park Place (fountain side of Woodruff Park). D*C Parade Staff will direct you into place.



Marchers are staged on Park Place in front of the Sun Trust Building, on the sidewalk running beside the park, and in front of the fountain on Auburn Avenue. Marchers and motorcycle/scooter riders, should look for a sign with your parade section name on it, or look for like costumes. That’s where you should line-up, not with the cars and trucks.



Please follow the instructions and/or directions from D*C Parade Staff, members of D*C Security, and the ATL PD, only. This greatly cuts down on confusion and reshuffling.



Once we’re ready to go, your parade section will be called “on deck” and then given the 'move out command' meaning you’ll be starting the march on Peachtree. Marchers will be given signals by Leigh Bennett-Conner (X Track Director) who welds a bullhorn with flair. Vehicles will be merged into the parade on the signals from the Parade Staffers who assisted you into staging positions.



Please note, during staging and step-off, we are not yelling at you to be mean or because we’re rude, honest. We really love it that you’re there! However it tends to be a bit chaotic at times, can be extremely loud, and we have to get everyone onto Peachtree Street in a very short amount of time. When you hear your group called, please move forward quickly.



Our Parade Route (see attached map):



From Woodruff Park at Auburn Avenue follows Peachtree Street north to the Hyatt Regency (approximately 4.5 blocks), continuing on Baker Street (two blocks) and turning onto Courtland Street where the parade end at the Marriott back entrance. The route is approximately 1/2 mile long on mostly level streets.



We ask that you move away from the Marriott back entrance area quickly, following the instructions from Parade Staff, D*C Security and/or the ATL PD stationed in that area. If you are meeting friends immediately following the parade, do not plan to meet in there.





A Few IMPORTANT Reminders for Everyone:



1. Use common sense and show courtesy for all involved with the parade.



2. Show up on time and be patient during staging/line-up.



3. Prepare yourself for the weather (bring along water, don’t forget sunscreen, etc.).



4. When tossing trinkets and/or candy to the crowd, please use a slow, low and gentle, underhand toss or place them directly in the recipient’s hands. No overhand or strike-out pitches and no projectiles, please!



5. No flash pots, explosive devices, fireworks or loaded devices of any kind. Absolutely not allowed, period.



6. Non-working or toy/prop weapons (part of your costume) are OK. The Atlanta PD escorts the parade and may make swift response to any action they deem inappropriate or threatening. Think about how you brandish your weapon. A reminder that any weapon carried at D*C must be peace bonded and approved by D*C Security, who will also be on hand at the parade.



7. The Dragon*Con Parade is a politics/issues-free zone and not the appropriate venue for political actions or activities including but not limited to protesting/demonstrating for or against organizations, persons, laws, issues, etc. that impact our everyday lives outside of Dragon*Con. Please be advised that if you engage in these activities while marching, you will be removed from the parade.



8. Participation in the parade is for D*C members only. Some exceptions may be approved beforehand by the Parade Director.



9. If you have a question about whether or not something will be allowed - ask beforehand!!



10. Have fun! Have fun! Have Fun!



The parade and participation in it are subject to local and state laws and statutes. We reserve the right to prohibit and remove any person(s) or prop (including banners, flags or signs, and weapons) from the parade, at any time, that is deemed offensive or obscene, potentially dangerous, a political action, or otherwise inappropriate for the event.



ALSO



we will all meet up in the HYATT lobby at 8:30-8:45 to meet up and walk over to the staging area together so be there dress in armor and ready to go, Where yr Dragon con badge cause i need to attach the parade ribbon to it for you to walk in the parade. also and here is the big one here is the list of people going if yr name is not scratch off you owe me some info thanks



Dreads

Dogwizard

Sean Bradley

bleedoff

Goosebot 5000 +2 + mongoose

cellphonegod

Techbot

ERINocalypse

Farris

pooper

Deadeye

thatdecade

kasper

Kaya Tetsu



Gearsofhalo

Caboos318

link4044



 
yes we actually have a member who will be marching with us and filming the parade for us and thanks to my future in-laws we have a very nice digital camcorder to do it will so everyone will see the video after it up on youtube also if yr name is not scratch off i need contact info form you name cell and email so i can get a hold of you with any changes or updates.



see you all there
 
Is this the final list? I was somehow thinking there would be a bigger group this year - is everyone on this list confirmed? Who are we missing? Inquiring minds want to know... ;)
 
i got pms saying people could not come at the last minute for a lot of reasons so yes the list dropped a lot but anyone not on it who wants to come still can just let me know so i get enough ribbons for everyone
 
Yeah, I don't think my armor is going to be done for D*con. :( I'll try and at least get the helmet done, if not the whole suit. Who's gonna hold the banner? (I'm assuming the banner will be there.) I can do that for the parade if needed, though I think it may be a two person job. I'm really excited about D*con and the parade.
 
okay Kaya Tetsu you and dead eye got banner duty now lol

also Adam do i need a poll for the banner or no i figure i better ask now. also i have a video i will be posting on here soon baout osme help full idea and dues and don't for dragon con look forward to it it will help.
 
Hey Dreads, I'll be there - not in costume, but if you need a helping hand with banners, videography, etc, let me know. :)
 
thank you yodajammies very much yes actually i will need help so thank you. i may switch you with dead eye on the banner then if you do not mind
 
Awesome. Can't wait. My armor isn't perfect (could use a lot more sanding and bondo than I had time for) but it'll be there!



I may not have my cell phone on me since I have yet to figure out how to carry it while in the suit. I'm facing a severe lack of pockets.
 
i sent a pm with my cell number to you dreads. it will be just me as my wife will be walking i think with some of the superheroes in her costume.
 
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