The Pilgrimage

Jantz · #1 10-05-2009, 11:01 AM

Thanks everyone for all the information and advice. Sounds like there is alot more to see than just the Hall. I will be sure to give Don a call. I would like to bring home a momento of the trip and what would be better than a T206.

Thanks

Jantz

BillyCoxDodgers3B · #2 10-05-2009, 11:30 AM

You're hitting Cooperstown at the very right time--the leaves, the lake and the quietness of the town in Autumn make for a perfect time to go.

FYI, you can get into the HOF for free if you make an appointment to do some research at the National Baseball Library (part of the HOF). This is a good idea if travelling solo; not so good if you're taking the family. Do yourself a favor and come up with a list of players who you might want to find out more about. There is so much material simply languishing in that library, waiting to be discovered by the right person. So much information that is being ignored.

Also, if you're into vintage wire photos, you should make up another list of players whose photos you'd like to examine. Their collection is beyond belief. I was given access to the actual photos back when I was there; I don't know if they are so casual anymore.

Kawika · #3 10-05-2009, 01:50 PM

Best place for vintage cards in Cooperstown? The BBHoF gets my vote.

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GrayGhost · #4 10-05-2009, 02:23 PM

Yes, looks like a decent enough selection of the cardboard heroes.

murcerfan · #5 10-06-2009, 11:06 PM

http://www.cooperstownbrewing.com/tours.htm

Jantz · #6 10-07-2009, 01:36 AM

Murcerfan - Thank you for the link. After living in Germany for 2.5 years I am quite a fan of beer. I will have to stop by there and have just one.

...well OK maybe two.

Jantz

bigtrain · #7 10-07-2009, 07:51 AM

I have a summer home in Cooperstown and will be there this weekend to close the place up for the winter. This is a great time of year to be there, no crowds, beautiful foliage, etc. Be sure to check the Hall of Fame website and also the chamber of commerce. www.cooperstownchamber.org There is always something going on. We went to the giant pumpkin festival a couple of weeks ago. The winner was over 1500 lbs. Then they hollow out the pumpkins and try to make boats out of them. Hilarious!
I believe that Harmon Killebrew will be there this weekend doing an event at the HoF. The Hall of Fame Fantasy camp is the following weekend. You can watch the games at Doubleday Field. Not sure who will be there this year but I have seen George Brett and Ozzie Smith in the past couple of years. If you plan to go during the World Series, there is a program where you can watch the Series at The Hall of Fame, you need tickets in advance but it is very cool as they have trivia contests between innings, serve hot dogs, etc.
I agree with Ted that should check out Portabello's Restaurant in Fly Creek. Also, if the tour boat is still running, you should take a tour of Otsego Lake. If you are into fishing, as I am, this is a great time of year. The boat yards are closed so you can't rent a boat but can still probably get a charter and fishing guide. Spending a morning on the lake is beautiful.