BigBlueDog,
Trying to get a yearly get together for a week or so is an excellent idea. It was discussed on the old forum and never real came together. We could work on it, but I would allow some time, maybe strive for next spring or early summer.
It would have to be at a time where there is not major conflicts with some of the big bike events and should be somewhat central to allow for as many as can to come.
Ideally somewhere that has plenty of scenic riding and that is biker friendly, also reasonable accomodations and support.
More towards the east, but one of the best places I know, is over in Tennessee around Maryville-Knoxville. This allows for great riding at Deals Gap, Foothills Parkway, Smoky Mts., Cherohala, Hellbender and the Snake up near Shady Valley. Also Knoxville is very good for Motorcyclist and the rates are good. They have the Honda Hoot there ever year as well as many other model specific runs.
It is a not too bad of a run for the Great Lake area, the OK and AR, etc crew. Little long for some of the western crew but would give them and excellent reason to make that cross country ride.
Let's discuss this in the near future and start putting out some feelers and go from there. We could make some basic reaserch and than nail down an area and check out the logisitics, lodging, support, etc.