[DonC]

I agree with Steve, keep it as small town (rural) as can be done. (something the equivalent size of say, Port Clinton at the largest)
Be sure to warn any and all of the host areas you end up with what they'll be getting themselves into with a bunch of loud and fast cars.
After seeing the DVSF IV cd it looks like they touched on just about all the things that make a gathering like this a winner.
Wish I had more insight into the local area but I've been gone too many years.
DonC