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North Tailgate Area

By UNTflyer, in GoMeanGreen.com,

Zone 1 - This is clearly the prime spot. Lots of shade trees, very close to the stadium and the alumni pavillion. Hopefully we will be able to figure out a way to get great tailgate gear in there. If the old Radisson lots are used as a drop zone, this should not be a problem.

Downside - because this is a dense area of trees, I wonder if grilling will be prohibited like it is at the Grove. The Grove does not allow open flames, propane tanks, or generators. But I have heard that the policy on charcoal grills is ambiguous and loosely enforced. Rough terrain may make it difficult to bring in heavy equipment like generators and televisions.

Zone 2 - Another prime spot, but as of now it is not confirmed that tailgating will be allowed in this area. Accesible from the Blue/Red lots, but I think there is a slope there. The pathway will make it easy to roll generators or grills into the area. This is clearly intended to be a high traffic area. Possible location of the player march?

Zone 3 and 4 - Zone 3 is close to the proposed drop zone. This is a great spot for a tent city. I imagine if any vendors like Budwesier set up, this will be the place. I think it may also be a good spot for the old gameday village tents. Zone 4 is close to the Red/Blue parking and is located between the pathways. That thick line of trees should offer shade all day long as we move through the fall and the sun drops lower in the sky.
UNTflyer

South Tailgate Area

By UNTflyer, in GoMeanGreen.com,

So this is just a result of boredom. I have scouted out 4 potential green area tailgate zones for those who will park in Blue or Red.

Zone 1 - Right by the duck pond. Kids will love it, and I think some adults as well. Closest zone to the stadium. Also close to the road where you can ask a buddy to drop off forgotten items.

Downside - ducks may want to wander into your tent area. Few trees.

Zone 2 - Also near the pond, but far enough away to where the ducks probably won't bother you. Also close to the road, but again few trees.

The area between Zones 2 and 3 are certainly usable but kind of bare.

Zone 3 - A very wide open area near an old water hazard. Lots of mature trees. Being close to the cart path may have its advantages. This can accomodate large number of tents.

Downside - looks like a hike to the stadium from here.

Zone 4 - Beautiful and well shaded area. This had a small, dense grove of trees and a couple of rolling knolls. And if you want to tempt the Denia neighbors over for a burger and beer, be sure to let them know we are here! Big disadvantage - this will be a long hike for most parkers.
Harry
GMG Barbershop Podcast #90: RV Part Two

Join Evan and Harry in their annual preseason visit with University of North Texas Athletic Director Rick Villarreal. RV fills the Barbershop Boys in on a number of interesting issues and inside news relating to the Mean Green. Topics include, Apogee Stadium Deal, Tailgating at the New Apogee Stadium, Parking Plans, Head Football Coach Dan McCarney, Football and Basketball Scheduling, Johnny Jones, University of Houston, Apogee Stadium Events, his visit with Scottie Pippin at the Mavericks playoff game, and of course the many fine questions posted by you the great GMG.com Fandom.

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JRock
Here is what I was sent today from NT. It still does not answer the question about dropping things off in the old Radisson parking area then moving car to Fouts.


Here's an overview on tailgating, parking and game day highlights. You can start tailgating as early as 8 a.m.:

Arrive early for a full day of festivities, including the Mean Green March, live entertainment and the Junior Mean Green Fun Zone. Bring your tents, grills, smokers, food and beverages and set up your tailgate party in 26 acres designed to accommodate fans at the new Apogee Stadium. Tailgating opportunities also are available at Fouts Field and other locations on campus.

Tailgating game day parking:

Parking lots around UNT’s Apogee Stadium are reserved for Mean Green Club members.

Fans can anticipate a short walk over the North Texas Boulevard bridge to the stadium grounds. Plans call for a pedestrian bridge crossing I-35E to be ready for the 2012 season.

Paid parking is available at Fouts Field and free parking is available northeast of North Texas Boulevard on the main campus.

For additional information on parking, traffic and pedestrian flow, visit meangreensports.com.

Game day highlights:

• 3 hours prior to kickoff: Enjoy live musical entertainment and the Junior Mean Green Fun Zone featuring rides and games for children of all ages adjacent to Apogee Stadium.

• 2 hours prior to kickoff: Watch the Mean Green March including the Green Brigade Marching Band, North Texas Dancers, North Texas Cheerleaders, Head Coach Dan McCarney and the Mean Green football team.

• 30 minutes prior to kickoff: Fans are encouraged to be in the stands to enjoy the Green Brigade pregame extravaganza and welcome the Mean Green to the field with the traditional public address call of “Heeeeeeeeeeere Comes the Mean Green ...!”

• Postgame: Mean Green fans are encouraged to remain in the stands as the Green Brigade Marching Band performs the traditional Green Brigade postgame concert.
Harry
GoMeanGreen.com Barbershop Podcast #90:

Join Evan and Harry in their annual preseason visit with University of North Texas Athletic Director Rick Villarreal. RV fills the Barbershop Boys in on a number of interesting issues and inside news relating to the Mean Green. Topics include, Apogee Stadium Deal, Tailgating at the New Apogee Stadium, Parking Plans, Head Football Coach Dan McCarney, Football and Basketball Scheduling, Johnny Jones, University of Houston, Apogee Stadium Events, his visit with Scottie Pippin at the Mavericks playoff game, and of course the many fine questions posted by you the great GMG.com Fandom. But Wait, there's more!! Stay tuned for all of this cubed in RV Part II.


Here is the direct Link if you don't use the player
All About UNT
Link to UNT News Service
from the article:

The College of Music will receive $10 million:
$5 million for endowed professorships and chairs in music
$3 million to fund touring and recording opportunities for students
$2 million for highly sought-after, competitive scholarships in music

The College of Engineering will receive $6.5 million:
$5 million to create the Charn Uswachoke Center for Energy Efficient Materials, a center that will help UNT and its materials science and engineering department become a leader in energy-related materials research.
$1.5 million to create an endowed professorship in materials science and engineering to attract a top researcher to head the center.

The College of Business will receive $5.5 million:
$5 million to fund the Charn Uswachoke Scholarships for Study Abroad for undergraduate and MBA students
$500,000 to establish the Charn Uswachoke Graduate Suite in the new Business Leadership Building


It should also be noted that in the article it states that "Some of Uswachoke's pledged gift dollars are expected to qualify for matching funds under the state's program to help emerging research universities, such as UNT, become national research universities, which would further boost the impact of his pledge."

From the bottom of our hearts.... we the Mean Green Nation thank you so much Mr. Uswachoke! It's a great day to be part of the UNT Family and Go Mean Green!
emmitt01

My trip to Denton

By emmitt01, in GoMeanGreen.com,

Took my daughter to get signed up for the jr mean green club at the AD event at Beth Marie's. Great time and great ice cream. Only issue is that my daughter spent all week eager to see Scrappy...then hid from him when we got there.

Also had a chance to ask some questions about the stadium, parking, etc. I was told season tickets would go out after the 23rd. Also that MGC members $250 and up would be parking in the victory lots (the dorm lot and the new one being paved just adjacent to it). First come first served. There will apparently be police presence out there the night prior to the first game for those of us camping out. You will be able to drop off your stuff and park away from your tailgate if you have friends without passes. An interesting thing is that they're looking into selling MGC members an extra pass...great if you're like me and your spouse comes later in the day. There is talk of opening the old radisson lot for dropping off your stuff also. The most interesting thing I heard was "the stadium naming gift will be the largest ever at North Texas...for four days." I may have misheard but I'm Lmost certain I heard a $50mil number thrown out for total gifts month period. You do the math. Apparently this next large gift will be spread amongst several departments with athletics potentially seeing a six or seven digit portion of it and some of the money going to name a school on campus.

And then I went to the stadium and noticed it was open after the scrimmage. I sat in my seats for the first time and it was an emotional moment. I even climbed to the top of the wing zone. Let me say this...you won't be going to the concession stand or to the potty too many times from up there. I know it's been said many times before but I'll say it again. We match any place I've been in terms of stadium quality even if not in terms of capacity. And I haven't even been to the club or suite level.

All in all I can say I have never been this excited about where the Mean Green Nation is going and can go.
ntmeangreen11
Thank you, thank you so much for all your hard work. Things are so much better now than they were before you came here.

I sit here today, 2 days away from turning 21, and a normal student my age would be excited to be able to finally drink legally, however that's not the case, I sit here today excited to watch my team play in the palace they so desperately deserved. My first game was homecoming vs. NMSU in 2004, only 14 years old at the time my mom drove myself and 4 friends to the game, saw Buckles light up a WR coming across the middle and I fell in love. Since then we have all been die-hards, it's been very difficult no doubt with kids my age and trying to explain to them the culture change but we are no doubt a legitimate division 1 university who is, all things considered in my opinion the class of the sun belt. Once you add a winning football program in, we're head and shoulders above the other programs.

From the bottom of my heart, as a die-hard lifer who even bought season tickets this season instead of just getting in free, thank you, thank you so much for bringing us this palace and I can't wait to see the mean green take down Houston.

Sincerely, Jake Wilson & the rest of us.
Harry

Thank You Apogee!

By Harry, in GoMeanGreen.com,

I just wanted to let you know how much we North Texas alumni, students and fans appreciate you for your substantial commitment to The University of North Texas. I'll be honest I did not know a lot about your organization prior to the announcement today. From what I am learning you have a great company that is poised for growth. I promise you that I will learn more about you in the coming days and I will share it with everyone that I come into contact with both business and personal. I truly believe you have made a very wise investment in North Texas and that we can really help each other. The future is bright for both of us and we look forward to a long and prosperous partnership!

THANK YOU APOGEE FROM THE FANS OF GOMEANGREEN.COM!!!

WE BELIEVE IN THE MEAN GREEN!

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