John... not having done this trip I was wondering if you could fill in some blanks. Would the majority be camping or staying in a motel. Where are the camping facilities compared to the track. What fees would be associated with it....meal provisions, bike security, any information would be appreciated. Sounds like a great trip. 
last year we camped. Other than the weather it was great. The people were loads of fun at the camp site. I trailered my bike & had lots of camping & cooking gear. Pete brought even more stuff like an awning and more cooking stuff. All the trailers, bikes and tents are in the same area so security is a non-issue. 'Bama people are lots of fun; the Velvet Elvis guy goes there for the fishing..wow. What a blast.
The camping was pretty reasonable, I would imagine we paid around $100-$150 for all the races, paddock, and camping, perhaps less looking at Lloyd's post. There were port-a-potties at the camping area (also woods behind the you) and showers in the pits. The only real problem was the showers were only open early unless you buy a paddock (you will want one anyway to meet the riders), but the shower facilites are nice & indoors but over whelmed by the volume of people.
There are plently of motels. I would guess the ones off the interstate by the track are probably booked. There is also bikers camping area called "29 Dreams" about 15 miles from the track. And eastern Birmingham is maybe 10 miles away, I booked a room at the BestWestern there but cancelled the reservation once we decided to camp. Should be no trouble to get a room if camping ain't your style. Last year everyone camped.
John
