I am out, you can keep my signup fee. The distance/cost does not tip the scales compared to some other things. My GF asked if I would participate in her son's Scouts camping weekend, happens to be the same weekend. I told her 2 months ago that I had my mind made up, but as this is unfolding, I cannot justify it.
If I lived within 100 even 300 miles I would stop in for a day at least, but this is not the case.
Thanks again for all your efforts. If the venue gives you a hard time with a refund let me know I don't want to see you get stuck paying for the cancellation.