Bill and I have returned from an overnight visit to Ruben's Campo in San Felipe January 20th, during which we spent several hours chatting with camp manager Aaron about accommodations for the EDR on April 19 and 20.
The truth of the matter is this:
THERE ARE STILL APPROXIMATELY 15 6-MAN PALAPA HUTS AVAILABLE AT RUBEN'S CAMP.
According to Aaron, he has in fact been turning away requests for accommodations on the 19th and 20th of April that he has received by email, but only because these requests did not bear the subject EL DIABLO RUN in the reference heading.
Our recommendation to anyone who has been recently denied a reservation at Ruben's Campo:
RESEND YOUR REQUEST VIA EMAIL TO AARON, BUT MAKE SURE THE SUBJECT LINE CLEARLY STATES "EL DIABLO RUN" in both the reference heading AND the body copy of your email.
Aaron is a smart and consciencous guy, and he wants nothing more than to satisfy every request for lodging that he receives for our event.
Unfortunately, English is Aaron's second language, so a bit of coaxing, cajoling and hand holding may be required to get your reservation in good order.
Like so many of our other amigos south of the border, our friend Aaron's attitude on topics like space reservations and sleeping arrangements is very relaxed. When we told him EDR riders were getting nervous about the availability of accommodations at his super accommodating camp, he said, "Don't worry my friend--we can sleep 400 people at my camp! Everyone will be happy!"
We thanked Aaron for his accommodating attitude, but asked him to work extra hard to take care of any group or individual who wants to reserve a palapa for the 19th and 20th.
With all this in mind, please visit the "Where" page on the EDR website and send Aaron a new request for space. Thanks for your patience and understanding. if you have any problems, please make billdozer on the JJ aware of them.