2010 Drive and Dine Overview 

We had a great Drive & Dine season in 2009!  For more information on last season and a recap, see the season update: http://www.pcapotomac.org/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=56&Itemid=4

To register for any Drive and Dine event, click here: http://www.pcapotomac.org/index.php?option=com_dtregister&Itemid=82  

So make your plans, wash the car, make sure the top works, and haveplenty of sunscreen. We look forward to you joining us during theseason. If you have any questions, contact me.

What is Drive and Dine?

Drive and Dine is an opportunity for PCA Potomac members to get to know each other better and enjoy their cars in a social, non-competitiveatmosphere. A Drive and Dine Event consists of a meeting place, aninformal drive through the country, and lunch or dinner. The meetingplace is usually someplace convenient, the pace can vary from leisurelyto brisk, and the meals can range from basic to lavish, based on theevent. We also try to include some point of interest (national park,historic location, or fun activity) and we always, always take thescenic route!

These events are open to anyone who wishes to attend them, with asmany passengers as can be legally and safely held by the vehicle. Thereis no tech requirement or vehicle restrictions (Porsches Preferred),but we will be driving on scenic, often twisty, country roads so pleasemake sure that your vehicle choice is appropriate. We have seven eventsplanned for the year, most of which take place on a Saturday, one foreach month of the driving season.

Commitment - Time & Money

What kind of commitment is required for a Drive and Dine event? Verylittle. Most events take place on a Saturday or Sunday and will consistof a designated morning or afternoon meeting point, followed by a twoto five hours of driving, dining, and social activity. The itinerary isdesigned so that drivers with time constraints can break off during theday to reduce their time commitment. The registration fee for eventsvaries from free to $10 to $100 and covers the cost of organization,club insurance, printing directions and materials for participants, andany event souvenirs.

Drive and Dine Format

Meeting Point - We will meet at a convenient rally point somewhere in the DC Metro Area.We will meet between 9-10AM for Morning/Lunch Drives and Between 1-2PMfor Afternoon/Dinner Drives. The agenda for the day will be handed outand each car will receive a route map as well as names and phonesnumbers for attractions and restaurants we will be visiting during theday.

Drive - 2-3 hours of driving on scenic roads in caravan in oneor multiple groups depending on the number of cars. During the drive,we will stop briefly for a rest stop and gas at the Rendezvous Point.The Drive will focus on scenic rural roads with an emphasis on fun andsafety. Passing is discouraged.

Rendezvous Point - This is an easily found point known inadvance, where cars who may have become lost or those who did notarrive at the Meeting Point can catch up with the group.

Dining - After the drive, we will stop for lunch or dinner.Restaurants will have ample parking and a variety of items on the menu.We will provide an estimate of dining cost for each individual event inadvance.

Attraction - We will try to arrange for the dining to coincide with a local point of interest, such as a museum or historical site.

Second Drive - If it is a morning event, after lunch and oursite visit, those participants that wish to keep driving canparticipate in a second 2-3 hour drive with different roads from thoseof the First Drive.

Dispersal Point - The Second Drive will return us to a point near the Washington, D.C. metro area from where participants can head home.

On-Line Registration

Please register for each Drive & Dine with our on-lineregistration system. Click Programs, Drive and Dine, Registration andyou will see the events that are open for registration, or to register for any event, click here: http://www.pcapotomac.org/index.php?option=com_dtregister&Itemid=82 . The Registration system says PayPal, but you do not need a PayPal account to use it. You can pay with a credit card on the PayPal page.

Once you have registered, we will provide you additional details. Ifyou decide to pay by check, we will advise where to send your checks.We will require payment in advance for any event that includes a cost.

If you don't want to use our online system, send me an email with the following information:

Member's Name:
Member's PCA Number:
Participating vehicle:
Number of Passengers, including driver:
Will you be joining us for the meal?
Telephone or e-mail address: