Steem Saturday VS Working in the Middle of nowhere???

So I have to now choose between making money or spending money to gain knowledge, what to do?

So I have been so amped for the Steem Saturday that I found out about thanks to Hive account@jacor, only to find out yesterday that I have to go work that weekend in literally the middle of nowhere. the amount of nowhere is emphasised in the events name, "The Road to Nowhere", as the road running into the town literally stops at a mountain and goes ... guess where??? NOWHERE!!!

Here is the link to the post about Steem Saturday for anyone interested in the event: https://steemit.com/sports/@sportspodium/steem-saturday-registration-is-now-live-for-9th-september-2017

So now I have to choose do I go and work the event and make some cash or go to Steem Saturday that is going to cost me more than I would make that weekend, but could help me a lot in building great connections and learning more about this incredible platform???

Let me know your opinion in the comments and If anyone one would like to cover my expenses for the trip donations are welcome. (Nudge, Nudge, Wink, Wink)