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URL:https://element-society.com/events/elements-on-the-dragon-2026/
SUMMARY:Elements on the Dragon 2026
DESCRIPTION:\n\nRSVP on Facebook\n\nJoin us for the 14th annual EOTD. Read 
 the event “discussion” above for detailed info.\nNot a car show\, comp
 etition or proving ground.We abide by all local laws\, speed limits\, camp
 ground and event rules. We are ambassadors for The Element Community.\nMay
  8-10th @ Smoky Mountain Meadows Campground\, Bryson City\, North Carolina
 .Join us for the 14th annual EOTD. Car/tent camping is encouraged but not 
 expected. Bryson City has plentiful housing and amenities for those wantin
 g to attend but not camp. For those flying in\, pick up and drop off servi
 ces are available.\nDrive the infamous Tail of the Dragon with new (or old
 ) friends. Enjoy the untamed beauty of Western North Carolina while you ma
 ke new memories around the campfire. Eat local food\, trade stories and se
 e why over 150 Honda Element Owners make the pilgrimage every year to Elem
 ents on the Dragon.\nThis event takes place over the course of three days.
  Friday\, half of the attendees arrive. If you want a choice in field camp
 ing it is recommended to come Thursday. No events other than check in occu
 r Friday. Food is available Friday-Sun at the campground. Saturday is the 
 first day of the event. Saturday is the busiest day. Guided touring of the
  Tail of the Dragon\, raffle\, and owners party occur Saturday. Sunday has
  2 organized events: free clinic and organized off road drive.\nRegistrati
 on is $14\, per vehicle. Event sticker included. All attendees must regist
 er via Eventbrite\, regardless of camping arrangements. Guests are limited
  to 3 and must arrive and camp in the same site as the registered attendee
 .\nTail of the Dragon driving tours from 9:40AM-3:40PM\, every 40 minutes 
 on Saturday May 10th\nRegistration check in will begin at 8am Friday May 9
 th. Staff will assist you at the gate\, then you will proceed to the campg
 round main office to check in for your camping or purchase accommodations.
  All Elements entering that are not camping must check in with office to g
 et parking pass.\nSpecial Events:-Off-road drive on TBD\, Sunday.-Free cli
 nic\, “common rust issues” Sunday\nItinerary:FRIDAYCheck in begins at 
 campground 8AM\nSATURDAYMorning brief 9:00amDriving groups begin to stage 
 9:40amDinner/party begins at campground at 7Raffle 8:15-9PM\nJoin the beve
 rage swap and bring a 6 pack from your local brewery to share with others!
 \nThis is a pet friendly event\, but we insist pets be leashed and supervi
 sed at all times. This area is at elevation\, with many twists and turns a
 long the route. Keep this in mind when deciding to bring your fur babies. 
 The campground is pet friendly.\nFor those staying the weekend\, the offic
 ial campground is:Smoky Mountain Meadows Campground info:Camping reservati
 ons for $15/night field camping-https://app.fireflyreservations.com/.../Sm
 okyMountainMeadowsPick “other” for unit type\, select arrival and depa
 rture dates between May 5-13\, edit personal info and add group code EOTD2
 6 to see $15 field camping. Pay in person upon arrival (field camping only
 ) available but a reservation is preferred. Other camp site reservations c
 an be made with any dates without the group code.\nFor those traveling fro
 m the west coast\, check out the caravans leaving from the PNW and Califor
 nia: Drive to the Dragon on Facebook. There will also be many caravans lea
 ving from all around the country. Check the “caravan” event discussion
  on Facebook for more info.\nPlease check the discussion posts in event on
  Facebook regularly for more detailed and up to date information. Any ques
 tions\, please ask in the appropriate discussion
CATEGORIES:Element Meet
LOCATION:Smoky Mountain Meadows Campground\, 755 E Alarka Rd\, Bryson City\
 , 28713\, United States
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