Calgary Nude/Glamour Workshop * thread 2

Canon EF 28-135mm f/3.5-5.6 IS USM

06/27/2008 11:53:43 AM · #201

Originally posted by fanatic:

Heeeeelllllllllloooooooo from germany!!!! Two days left, our journey starts on sunday. Is there someone, who can tell me something about the weather in canada? do i have to take a jacket with me? Or only t-shirts and short bermudas?

many greetings

fanatic

Well thats kinda hard to pin down weather wise as we can have a foot of snow in the am and be +30C in the afternoon...

And yes snow is very possible in July :P but its been pretty good here lately so most likely it will be mostly sunny and in the mid-ish 20C's

-dave

ralph

Nikon Z9

06/27/2008 11:57:51 AM · #202

leaving this afternoon for the long drive / couple days in Manitoba on the way ...
think i may see some Rural Landscapes on the way ;) !!

SJCarter

Canon EOS-7D

06/27/2008 01:07:09 PM · #203

Sounds like packing for this trip is going to be the challenge topic for the week... HA! (checklist: winter parka, hiking boots, sweatshirt, t-shirts, jeans, shorts, swimming trunks, sandals, sneakers, laptop, camera gear, backpack, etc. - Continental Airlines is gonna kill me with extra luggage charges! HAHAHA!)

I'll certainly be one of those without a vehicle (and arriving at YYC around 2:15pm), so if there are other suggestions for transportation, I'd appreciate it. I assume that I can get a cab, right?

Another stupid question... How many places take US$ and/or VISA? I assume that I'll need to change some money at the airport?

I'm really looking forward to meeting you all!

Jimmy

Citadel

Nikon D7500

Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 24-70mm f/2.8G ED

06/27/2008 01:17:53 PM · #204

Originally posted by SJCarter:

Some places will take USD but at par. VISA? Most places. I'd get some Canadian though. Not sure about the exchange rates at the airport. You might take a bit of a hit compared to other places. i.e. the bank

ralph

Nikon Z9

06/27/2008 01:20:52 PM · #205

Originally posted by SJCarter:

Another stupid question... How many places take US$ and/or VISA? I assume that I'll need to change some money at the airport?
Jimmy

most places take Visa/MasterCard/Interac -- you can use US$ but it will cost you 5-15% depends who is ripping you off .. there will be a money exchage place at the airport it MIGHT be cheaper than some other places -- it is easier to exchange us <-> cnd in canada than the usa ...

BeeCee

Nikon D40

Nikon AF-S DX Zoom-Nikkor 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 ED

06/27/2008 01:33:22 PM · #206

Okay, I didn't realise the OVC was attached to McMahon. That makes it MUCH easier!
Now if I only weren't staying in the NE it would be simple, since I drive past the stadium coming into town from BC. I wonder if I can get my sister to move her house before then??

So we're arranging something for Friday evening, right? Right? (I want to see how these pros work with hangovers...)

ralph

Nikon Z9

06/27/2008 01:35:47 PM · #207

Originally posted by BeeCee:

So we're arranging something for Friday evening, right? Right? (I want to see how these pros work with hangovers...)

good question / my Friday evening just came free (+/- wife & kids ..)

Citadel

Nikon D7500

Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 24-70mm f/2.8G ED

06/27/2008 02:02:55 PM · #208

Kilkenny's Irish pub in Brentwood (just north of the University) is nice.

Just a thought.

Nikon AF-S DX Zoom-Nikkor 17-55mm f/2.8G IF-ED

06/27/2008 03:14:56 PM · #209

Originally posted by SJCarter:

justamistere doesn't mind hanging out till you arrive I can prob drive you at the same time as he is getting in at 1:10pm so after the flight is delayed and he gets through customs it should be close to 2:00pm anyway lol :P

shoot him a PM and or Ill try to do the same, my memory is like a siv lately...

-dave

justamistere

Nikon D3s

06/27/2008 03:54:22 PM · #210

I PM'd Dave. I don't mind anything, I'm easy to get along with.

I prefer Mastercard over American Express or Visa. Cash in CN is the best.

Since there is a stampede I expect you may get transportation by horse, or does stampede refer to the crowds crushing you? I may wear a hat I got from Ottawa, I gave my cowboy hat to my Sister in LA (Louisiana)?

BeeCee

Nikon D40

Nikon AF-S DX Zoom-Nikkor 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 ED

06/27/2008 03:56:53 PM · #211

Originally posted by dknourek:

my memory is like a siv lately...

-dave

Lately? :)

Dave, you live SE, right?

Nikon AF-S DX Zoom-Nikkor 17-55mm f/2.8G IF-ED

06/27/2008 04:01:54 PM · #212

Originally posted by BeeCee:

Originally posted by dknourek:
my memory is like a siv lately...

-dave

Lately? :)

Dave, you live SE, right?

lol you ooooooo you just wait girl ;)

Yes I live about 3 blocks from the SE South West most part of the city and I really mean theres my house, 3 or so blocks and then farm land lol

-dave

sonofa**** see what I mean, ok I meant SW not SE where I live, its been a seriously horrible couple days, bare with me...

Message edited by author 2008-06-27 16:03:23.

justamistere

Nikon D3s

06/27/2008 04:08:07 PM · #213

Weather in Calgary AB Canada (Airport YYC)

In Celsius from UK!? AND In Fahrenheit

Excellent weather for anything!

Originally posted by dknourek:

...bare with me...

I like your spelling.

Message edited by author 2008-06-27 16:12:55.

Nikon AF-S DX Zoom-Nikkor 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 ED

06/27/2008 04:19:29 PM · #214

Originally posted by justamistere:

Originally posted by dknourek:
...bare with me...

I like your spelling.

Guess I had my mind on next Saturday :P

BeeCee

Nikon D40

06/27/2008 10:05:23 PM · #215

Originally posted by dknourek:

Originally posted by justamistere:

Originally posted by dknourek:
...bare with me...

I like your spelling.

Guess I had my mind on next Saturday :P

Gee, I didn't know you were one of our nude models!

06/27/2008 11:33:29 PM · #216

Originally posted by BeeCee:

Originally posted by dknourek:

Originally posted by justamistere:

Originally posted by dknourek:
...bare with me...

I like your spelling.

Guess I had my mind on next Saturday :P

Gee, I didn't know you were one of our nude models!

Trust me I look better nude in the dark ;)

06/28/2008 02:12:04 AM · #217

Originally posted by fanatic:

Hiya fanatic,

I would absolutely bring some shorts, t-shirts, jeans and a jacket.. the weather here is very unstable.. one moment it can be 30 degrees C. and the next it could actually snow. Be prepared for a variety and you will be golden ;)

Canon EF-S 17-85mm f/4-5.6 IS USM

06/28/2008 02:17:33 AM · #218

Those inquiring about money: When ever I go to the states I use my ATM and seem to have pretty good rates. Of course Visa is accepted everywhere pretty much but it's always good to have a little of the local currency. Banks are still your best exchange rate. Airports aren't too horrible but if you can head to your bank prior to coming.. you'll likely be better off. :)

Transportation.. if you are staying at the university.. I'd call them to find out the best route to the dorms.. There is possibly a direct bus going to and from. Of course Dave is and has been offering rides which is super nice.

Between Peter and Myself we will be picking up Kiwiness, Joey Lawrence, Energy Twins, NewRomancer and company.. Not entirely sure who else is needing assistance or who is renting cars.. If you are absolutely stuck.. drop a line and we'll see what we can work out :)

Getting extremely excited :)

Message edited by author 2008-06-28 02:17:57.

overclover

Canon EOS-40D

06/28/2008 04:04:43 AM · #219

*whistles* Tick Tock, Tick Tock...

Message edited by author 2008-06-28 04:06:47.

lowonenergy

Canon EF 85mm f/1.8 USM

06/28/2008 04:14:18 AM · #220

Shecoya, we will mail you the flight info tonight ok!
One thing I know, we fly early in the morning from Brussels (10 am/pm?) the one in the morning :-P

06/28/2008 10:24:41 AM · #221

Originally posted by lowonenergy:

Shecoya, we will mail you the flight info tonight ok!
One thing I know, we fly early in the morning from Brussels (10 am/pm?) the one in the morning :-P

Sounds good Sander..

We will need:
Airline, flight number, and arrival time and date into Calgary. It should all be on your itinerary (tickets) or the travel agent you bought them from should be able to tell you all that information as well :)