There isn't any current plan to video the event. The event is held in a lodge within a large metro park, an amazing setting, surrounded by trees, stream, and an occasional wild animal passing by. What it doesn't have is a strong Wi-Fi single, so streaming live is unlikely to work.
The presentations are always top-notch, but LUO is so much more that can't be shown on a video. There's a lounge like area with fireplace where a lot of small group and one-on-one discussions occur, hands-on demos are taught, and outside where all sorts of projects have been shared in the past. For example, a flying santa sleigh & reindeer blowmold was set-up, fire canisters shown, and the first public showing of the famous "Jump Pole" was demonstrated. Of course there's the fellowship of interacting with a tremendous group of people. LUO has so much more to offer that a video could offer.
Columbus is an easy destination to reach by plane or by car. The airport is very easy to get in and out of, and fares are reasonable. There's plenty to do if you bring the family; kids will love the highly regarded zoo and COSI (Center of Science & Industry). Shopping options galore from new outlet mall to numerous boutiques in the short north area. And if you're a college football fan, no trip to Columbus is complete without a trip to the Horseshoe. And no, I don't work for the Chamber of Commerce :-) Columbus is a pretty cool place.
I encourage you to attend and get the most out of what LUO offers. I'm confident your expectations will be exceeded.
