Hey,
I am doing the BP MS150. I am from out of town--Florida. And I luckek up and joined a team early on. I heard that was the best thing to do d/t the size of this. (I must admit my Team Co-Captian is FABULOUS)

The Hilton Garden Inn is where I am staying...but that is PRE ride. (Friday night)
You are looking for Sat. night. Go to the Web Site, there is the riders booklet about what to do, etc.
It is a big PDF, don't print it, but you can get some info and print the pages you need.

Yes, you will be "camping" at the fair grounds. That is the best option.
I think there was some info on teh website about some hotels around Grange (?)--not sure of any vacancies.

I must say this one is BIG and there are more logistics involved than many others I have done.

Good luck. I you want to contact me just sen me a PM...I'll see what help I can offer.

K