Robert at a Q and A with Fandom Members
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More Useful Festival Information
Beverly Lyons Helpful Hints
Registration-Things To Know When You Arrive:
Once you have checked in at the festival registration table, you will receive your
registration packet that has your festival ID badge and program with the schedule of
the festival’s planned events. The program will tell you what time the Q & A panels
are and which stars will be in them. Make notes on the schedule, on a notepad, or on
your phone of specific events you do not want to miss! The rooms can fill up quickly,
so be prepared to arrive early and wait in line if you want a seat near the front. The
festival will post any hours they will be open early on Wednesday.
NOTES:
1. You can only pickup a preregistration envelope if your name is on it as a registrant.
2. Most of the celebrities you just get in line and wait your turn; however Robert
Fuller has a system where you go to a table not far from registration and sign up for
a specific time slot to visit his table. This system allows you time to see other
celebrities and panels without worrying about missing an opportunity to see Robert.
If you’re a first timer or not there for the full festival, the volunteers will do their best
to make sure you get a time slot.
IMPORTANT: It’s best to pre-register if you can as it saves money and gives the
Festival staff an idea of the number of attendees. If you miss the pre-registration
deadline, you can still register at the venue when you arrive. The lines might be long
so I am posting the link to the Registration form provided on the festival page. You
can go to the festival page and print the PDF version, fill in out, figure out what you
will owe and then turn it in when you get there to get tickets. That should save some
time as it takes a while for people to complete the form!
Link for registration form:
https://flashbackfilmandtvfestival.com/register-here
The First Meeting:
It can be a bit overwhelming to meet Jess, Coop, Kel, Vin, Phil, etc. for the first time,
but Robert is awesome and has an amazing ability to calm your nerves. Just take a
couple of calming deep breaths before your turn at the table comes up. That doesn’t
mean that your brain and your vocal cords won’t fail you, but don’t stress, you will not
be the first or last person to be star struck when you meet him.
Connect with friends:
If someone looks familiar, go up and introduce yourself. Many of us will have on
Robert Fuller Fandom buttons and we should have name tags as well, so even if we
don’t look like our FB profile pic, you should recognize fellow fans. Now is the time to
actually meet the people you know from Facebook only
If you need help - ASK:
If you’re having a problem figuring out what to do and when, ASK! Find a festival
volunteer, or if it’s something about Robert’s schedule someone with an RF Fandom
button or some other indication of being a Robert Fuller fanatic, I mean fan, and
introduce yourself. There will be Fandom volunteers (with name tags) working
around Robert’s table that will be able to point you in the right direction. If that
person can’t help, they should be able to find someone that can!
Cameras, Batteries, Chargers & Memory Space:
Most smart phones have excellent cameras so a separate camera to lug around isn’t
necessary, unless you’re really, really good with a camera.
If you bring your camera, make sure the battery is fully charged, and/or bring a
backup one. Check your memory card for room for lots of photos or make sure you
have an extra card just for festival pictures. (Yes, you will take hundreds of pictures a
day trying to capture all of those special memories, just don’t get so busy taking
pictures that you forget to enjoy the experience.) Oh, make sure you have a
convenient way to charge your phone too! I love my power bank as I can have it fully
charged for quick phone charges during the day and then both can charge at night, if
needed, to be ready for the next day.
Bring Cash:
Bring cash for photos and other souvenirs or memorabilia as most vendors are cash
only. There is no ATM listed in amenities at the venue, but I’ve been told there is a
bank with one nearby.
Don’t get all big bills. Break some of it down into varying denominations, makes
change easier for vendors and tip money readily available.
Don’t keep all your eggs ($) in one basket. You can use extra change purses, snack-
sized ziplock bags, various types of clips, etc. to separate the cash into daily
allowances or just smaller amounts to dig out at one time. I had one ziplock for my
$1 bills and coins which I kept in the small zipped pocket in my bag—no pulling out
larger bills for a cup of coffee.
Favor on-body storage: money belt/fanny pack, anti-theft wallet, neck pouch. (I didn’t
do this one, but the straps on my bag fit over the handgrip sides on my walker. It
didn’t matter if I was walking, had my walker folded by my seat, or had it
folded/propped in front of me on my scooter, my bag was secure.)
Trim your wallet: ID/Driver’s license, insurance card, one credit card (room, meals,
gas, emergencies), with daily cash is a safer option than carrying everything you own
that could allow access to your personal information. If you’re really tech savvy, you
can add your credit card to your cell phone wallet for a “tap and pay” option where
available. Make sure you have your credit card contact information handy if the
unthinkable happens.
Protect Those Autographs:
For the photos you purchase, or movie posters or lobby cards or other paper items,
bring some way to protect them-plastic sleeves, or a 9x11 mailing envelope with
cardboard insert, or make your own. And, if you have extras, you can share with
others you see struggling with precious autographs.
My sister made these personalized ones for us from leftover school supplies-
cardboard, brackets, and plastic protective sleeves for pictures.
What To Wear:
Wear comfortable clothes and shoes. Anything with a western flair is good, but don’t
buy a bunch of western wear if it’s not something you’ll wear again. (Hint: If you’re
bringing a cowboy hat to get autographed, straw is not the best option. Short version
of story, Dawn Wells and Robert were the only ones that didn’t explain to me how
hard it was to sign a straw hat.)
Make a list of clothes and toiletries and accessories before the festival. Put it where
you can find it easily, like in a baggie or plastic sleeve in your suitcase.
I’d put festival jewelry and accessories together so they are ready to grab at a
moment's notice too.
Packing Lists:
We tend to get excited when we hit the
dusty trail to explore the Big Open, so we
may need a reminder of things to pack.
Here are some printable packing lists
from this site in the comments
(one with suggestions and one blank),
so we don’t forget something important.
https://ofthehearth.com/printable-vacation-packing-list/
Be Prepared:
Bring a lightweight shoulder bag/tote or backpack to carry your water, snacks,
phone charger, and all the little things you need or will accumulate during the day.
This frees your hands to take photos or get one of those wonderful Bob hugs. First
time my sister brought a bright colored beach bag and it held everything we needed.
It was lightweight, easy to spot, and had a flat bottom so it would stand up when she
put it down. I had a small backpack that fit nicely in my scooter’s basket and held
necessities I’d need during the day if we got separated. It had a back pocket that held
my photo protectors and I was able to fit all my purchases in it. A backpack with
USB charger is a plus, especially if you travel a lot.
Think About Snacks and Water:
Plan on snacks and water you might want to bring or purchase after you arrive if
flying. Mississippi is hot and humid and you want to stay hydrated. Southern cooking
can be on the “heavy” side, so you may want to have lighter snacks with you. Rooms
should have a refrigerator, so drinks, yogurt, lunchables, etc. should be easy to keep
cold in the room until you head out for the day. We saw one family with an insulated
lunch bag, which would have been perfect for us, plus it would have fit in sis’s bag or
on my scooter.
