Bok Tower Gardens visit (Lake Wales, FL) - 5/22/10

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03/29/2010 06:58:49 PM · #1

A handful of us from our local photography meetup group will be doing an overnight visit up in Lake Wales FL and visiting Bok Tower Gardens on Saturday May 22nd (we're coming up from Palm Beach County on Friday night & will go home Sunday some time).

I was just thinking that it would be very cool if some FL DPCers could meet us there. Anyone interested?

dtremain

Canon EOS 80D

03/29/2010 07:09:54 PM · #2

I'm not in the area, but if I were I would love to go. Bok Tower Gardens is a great setting with tons of great picture possibilities. Do take some time just to sit and listen to the tower. It has been years since I was there.

03/29/2010 07:59:14 PM · #3

YYYEEESSSS!!!!!!!!!! I go to school less than 15 minutes away!!!!!! I have to make sure I am not doing anything but I will be there if I have nothing else going on already!

03/29/2010 08:04:02 PM · #4

That's a long time out yet. If I am not fishing in the Keys at that time, I think that I will be able to make the GTG. I will know more as the date gets closer.
I think that

Ja9 will want to be there. It seems like I remember her mentioning this GTG to me a while back.

03/29/2010 08:05:40 PM · #5

It is a long way off but that is pretty close to my brothers wedding so it will be hectic all during that time period. I will keep you updated!

03/29/2010 08:32:40 PM · #6

I'd be so excited if I got to meet just a few more DPCers! I'll watch this thread and as it gets closer I'll contact each one of you to follow up.

03/29/2010 08:33:23 PM · #7

Originally posted by MelonMusketeer:

That's a long time out yet. If I am not fishing in the Keys at that time, I think that I will be able to make the GTG. I will know more as the date gets closer.
I think that Ja9 will want to be there. It seems like I remember her mentioning this GTG to me a while back.

Ahhhh yep, I'm planning on it...should be a lot of fun...it is a very beautiful place to visit...

03/30/2010 01:05:07 PM · #8

Bump. Any one else interested. DPC'ers nearby could drive instead of renting rooms.

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03/30/2010 01:14:00 PM · #9

I think they open at 8...

I'm also going to plan a nice group dinner for either Friday night or Saturday night, depending on everyone's plans.

Eagle40Fox2

Canon EOS-5D Mark III

03/30/2010 01:49:24 PM · #10

I would like to attend. I will have to check the schedule when it gets closer to the time. I have yet to meet a DPCer so this would be exciting. I have never been to his location either.

03/30/2010 03:18:08 PM · #11

Originally posted by Tammster:

I think they open at 8...

I'm also going to plan a nice group dinner for either Friday night or Saturday night, depending on everyone's plans.

yes, they do open at 8 am.

03/30/2010 03:20:28 PM · #12

What about the time they close? Maybe we can get some sunset shots there? Just a thought. That is if I go I will most likely stay the whole day.

03/30/2010 03:31:13 PM · #13

Originally posted by mbrutus2009:

What about the time they close? Maybe we can get some sunset shots there? Just a thought. That is if I go I will most likely stay the whole day.

6 pm...probably not great for sunset pictures as sunset is around 7:30 ish??? but here is there link for planning a visit...Link

03/31/2010 07:44:19 AM · #14

Yeah, I was thinking about sunrise pictures, too. This is my photography weekend so I would be perfectly willing to get up super early to get some good shots. The thing is, I don't know the area at all and don't know if there are places nearby that would be appropriate.

That stinks that they close before sunset. Wonder if they can offer a special extended time for photography groups. ;o)

03/31/2010 12:23:54 PM · #15

There is a big lake a few miles south of the tower, which may be a good place for a sunrise. Google pic looks like there is a park on the west edge, so sunrise there might turn out Ok.

mbrutus2009 is in that area, so he may be aware of a prime location for sunrises nearby.

JuliBoc

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03/31/2010 01:15:28 PM · #16

I'm hoping to attend. Looking forward to a trip to Lake Wales. Last time I was there was ages ago for my parents 50 wedding anniversary dinner at Chalet Suzanne. My husband and I hope to go back there while we are on the Bok Towers trip.

03/31/2010 01:35:51 PM · #17

Oooh, we were thinking about staying there but decided on one of the hotels. Is that place nearby? Would it be a good option for dinner maybe??

03/31/2010 01:54:52 PM · #18

Originally posted by Tammster:

Oooh, we were thinking about staying there but decided on one of the hotels. Is that place nearby? Would it be a good option for dinner maybe??

not to put a damper on this...but ck out the menu prices....it is quite pricey especially for dinner not to mention it looks like a "nice quiet, cosy place to have dinner with your special one"...oh, but they do have a really nice place for lunch on the grounds. It is very fresh and good...Blue Palmeto Cafe

here is hotel information Hotel

03/31/2010 02:10:31 PM · #19

Originally posted by MelonMusketeer:

There is a big lake a few miles south of the tower, which may be a good place for a sunrise. Google pic looks like there is a park on the west edge, so sunrise there might turn out Ok. mbrutus2009 is in that area, so he may be aware of a prime location for sunrises nearby.

All I can think about right now is the lake as you said. For me I don't know the area all that well because I just go to school here and live on campus. I know where the food is being that I am a college student and I love to eat! Haha!

FourPointX

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03/31/2010 02:14:14 PM · #20

Originally posted by Tammster:

Oooh, we were thinking about staying there but decided on one of the hotels. Is that place nearby? Would it be a good option for dinner maybe??

Was visitng my brother near Orlando yesterday talking about taking a trip to the Gardens this weekend, he says there is a small german shop nearby that sells delicious bread (something along the lines 0f 30 varieties, all fresh) and offers samples of bread and wine. I will check it out further and post here.

Joe

03/31/2010 02:29:58 PM · #21

I'm going to be staying at this hotel....

Hotel

I'm a Hilton Honor Member so I'm glad they have one there...

03/31/2010 02:31:43 PM · #22

It is new too. And VERY nice. Every time my parents come up to watch me play they stay there and it is very nice.

03/31/2010 08:25:11 PM · #23

Originally posted by Ja-9:

Originally posted by Tammster:
Oooh, we were thinking about staying there but decided on one of the hotels. Is that place nearby? Would it be a good option for dinner maybe??

not to put a damper on this...but ck out the menu prices....it is quite pricey especially for dinner not to mention it looks like a "nice quiet, cosy place to have dinner with your special one"...oh, but they do have a really nice place for lunch on the grounds. It is very fresh and good...Blue Palmeto Cafe

here is hotel information Hotel

Chalet Suzanne dinner menu

03/31/2010 09:12:58 PM · #24

Originally posted by MelonMusketeer:

Originally posted by Ja-9:

Originally posted by Tammster:
Oooh, we were thinking about staying there but decided on one of the hotels. Is that place nearby? Would it be a good option for dinner maybe??

not to put a damper on this...but ck out the menu prices....it is quite pricey especially for dinner not to mention it looks like a "nice quiet, cosy place to have dinner with your special one"...oh, but they do have a really nice place for lunch on the grounds. It is very fresh and good...Blue Palmeto Cafe

here is hotel information Hotel

Chalet Suzanne dinner menu

I will say that I've heard that it is superb!!!