blue beret magazine may 2015
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May 2015
... in a NEW Airstream
Flying Cloud!Bunk/twin/queen
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See our new Live Riveted
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Presidents Corner
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Copy Deadline for the August issue is June 15.
Whats Inside... Vol. 51 May 2015 Issue No. 5
Presidents Corner ....................................2Club News ..................................................6
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Region News ............................................48Airstream 937-596-6111 ........................52
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Event Schedule ........................................57Classifieds................................................65Coupons ...................................................66
803 E. Pike StreetJackson Center, OH 45334-0612
Phone 937-596-5211FAX 937-596-5542
www.wbcci.org
Wally ByamCaravan Club
International, Inc.
INTERNATIONAL EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE
President ...................................... Joe Perryman1st Vice President ...................Jim Schwerdfeger2nd Vice President ...................... Richard Girard3rd Vice President ..............................Jim CockeRecording Secretary ....................Euna RidenourTreasurer ......................................... Adolf KnoppPast President .................................John Stumpf
REGION PRESIDENTSRegion 1 ...........................................Ernie BauerRegion 2 ...................................... Pat McFaddenRegion 3 ........................................Matt HackneyRegion 4 .........................................Marjorie LotzRegion 5 ...................................Monte BarksdaleRegion 6 ....................................... Lonnie CarverRegion 7 ........................................Gail HarrowerRegion 8 ........................................Glenn WatersRegion 9 .........................................Andy SelkingRegion 10 ...........................................Carol OrtizRegion 11 ....................................... Roger PruterRegion 12 ................................Robert Stansbury
Parliamentarian ....................... Carolyn Florence
COMMITTEESBlue Beret ...............................Cecelia StansburyBudget ................................................June RyanCaravan ............................................Chuck KipleCommunity Service ........................Janet KendigConstitution & Bylaws ........................Don ShaferElectronic Communications ........... Damon BealsEthics & Grievance ...............Barry HeckenswilerFamily & Youth .................................Linda AmmeHistorian .................................... Tim KendziorskiIntl. Relations ................................ Jim ElmlingerLegislative .......................................Richard JirusLifetime Membership ................... Richard GirardMarketing .................................. Fred RichardsonMembership .............................. Helen BourgeoisNational/Special Events .............Marque MooneyNominating ......................................John StumpfPlanning Guides/Merit Awards ..Karin KurkowskiPublic Relations/Rally Promotions .. Hazel KnoppTechnical ................................. Howard Lefkowitz
WBCCI STAFFCorporate Manager andBlue Beret Managing Editor ........... Lori Plummer [email protected] Beret Editor ................................Deb Sailor [email protected] Director ...................... Tara Hodges [email protected] Services .........................Julie Rethman [email protected]
CONTRIBUTING EDITORSRegion 1 ..........................................J. Rick CipotRegion 2 ...........................................Kathy BlakeRegion 3 ......................................Joan AndersonRegion 4 ...........................................Nancy BrettRegion 5 .......................................Patsy MarstonRegion 6 ........................................... Sidra SpiesRegion 7 ............................... Region 7 MembersRegion 8 .............................Hugh & Jane BartlettRegion 9 .........................................Andy SelkingRegion 10 ........................................ Mona HeathRegion 11 .......................................Nancy FisherRegion 12 .............................Kia Kelley-Johnson
on the cover...- Strive for adventure no matter how far the journey. Whether heading to the down-under or up to the arctic circle, our travel trailers were built for international adventure. When traveling to the most northern parts of the globe, youre still at home.
Adventure - inspired by Airstream.
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Helen Bourgeois Chairman
R & R Redux
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Lori Plummer, Corporate Manager
h qHeadQuarters NotesPlease welcome our newest Dealer Sponsor!
Lazydays RV Tucson, AZ
Note their full page ad on page 13. When you are in their area, be sure to stop in and welcome them to the WBCCI family.
Tara Hodges Membership
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Check out the International Rally Exhibitors Section on page 35 for a listing of those who will be attending the International Rally in Farmington, New Mexico ...
and don't forget to register! (coupon on page 38)
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Dr. Harold Kingdon, WBCCI #14383 International Chaplain
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The International Peace Garden (IPC) is a 501(c)(3) organization (45-0368420) in North Dakota and a registered charity (127250181RR0001) in Manitoba. Donations, with checks payable to "International Peace Garden Inc." in either US Funds or Canadian Funds can be mailed to the addresses shown below. Identify "WBCCI Project" on checks.
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Helpful Ideas,For ALL AirstreamersSIDRA SPIES, May 2015
Unit 29, Pensacola, FL [email protected]
The Holidays of May: Dont forget!!!
May 5 Cinco de Mayo May 10 Mothers Day May 16 Armed Forces Day May 18 Victoria Day May 25 Memorial Day
On this Memorial Day, salute those brave-hearts who lay down their life defending the nation.
Spring is here and summer is fast coming. Hope you are planning your trip to the International in Farmington, NM in June. Enjoy this simple recipe at rally gatherings.
Early Spring and SummerGet Ready Nows the time to clean your trailer, get ready for those upcoming rallies.
1. Wipe down and clean all surfaces. Use vinegar on the windows for a great shine. Clean all curtains and bedding, flipping the mattress (do vacuum the mattress and box springs).
2. Vacuum all chair and sofa cushions and coverings. Move the furniture and clean underneath. Spray all cushions with Febreze.
3. Vacuum and clean the shelves. Wash all your eating utensils as well as plates, etc.
4. Go through your foods and cooking supplies. Update or restock if needed.
5. Clean the refrigerator and replace the baking soda to keep it fresh smelling.
6. Dont forget to clean the bath area. Put in new soaps and personal hair and body products. Update cleaning supplies and polish the chrome faucets with Bounce sheets. They work!
7. Clean out and update any medications and first aid supplies.
8. Check to be sure you have a good assortment of tools to fix anything inside and out.
9. Change filters in air conditioners and clean fan screens.
Any child can tell you that the sole purpose of a middle name is so he can tell when he's really in trouble.
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I want my children to have all the things I could not afford. Then I want to move in with them! - Phyllis Diller
Warm Beef Stroganoff Sandwich Several times requested! This open faced sandwich is an excellent addition to any get together.
2 lbs lean ground beef C chopped onion 1 tsp salt tsp garlic powder tsp pepper 1 loaf French bread 16 oz. sour cream softened butter for bread 2 tomatoes, seeded and diced 1 large diced bell pepper 3 C shredded cheddar cheese
In skillet, brown and drain beef and onion. Add salt, pepper & garlic powder. Cut bread into two lengthwise halves. Butter both and place on baking sheets. Remove meat mixture from heat; stir in sour cream. Spoon onto the bread. Sprinkle with tomatoes, green peppers and cheese. Bake at 350
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Rally Exhibitors SectionCome and visit our displays at the 58th International Convention/Rally!
A & W DesignsCustom embroidery and
custom laser artwebsite: awdesignslaserart.com
Blue OxReceiver mount tow bars, vehi-cle baseplates, supplementary braking systems, weight distrib-
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Mary KaySkin care, makeup, fragrance, etc. Place your order anytime during the year and I will send you what you need and I pay
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Pampered ChefCookware, cutlery, textiles.
Check out my website, place your order by June 18, put my address in ship to, and order will be here by June 25. I will have when you get to Farm-ington. My address: Michelle Huwe, 1515 Zuni Dr., Farm-
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Lori at [email protected]
Sky Med(Corporate Sponsor)
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Walker ElectricGreg Walker
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Convention/Rally Parking Pass Receipts will be mailed beginning January 15, 2015. Make checks payable to: WBCCI Mail to: WBCCI, P.O. Box 612, Jackson Center, OH 45334 Canadian Checks must be imprinted US Funds -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
58th International Convention/Rally Farmington, New Mexico
June 26 - July 4, 2015
LAST NAME ___________________________ FIRST__________________WBCCI #_______SPOUSE/PARTNER____________________
ADDRESS_______________________________________________________________________________________________________
CITY_____________________________________________________ ST/PROV _________________ ZIP/POSTAL CODE___________
RALLY FEES INCLUDE 30 AMP ELECT, WATER , PUMP OUTS Number Fees Fees Amount Mark boxes that apply: prior to Jan. 1 after Jan. 1 Airstream w/2 adults @ $425.00 @ $450.00 __________ First International Airstream w/1 adult @ $350.00 @ $375.00 __________ Additional adult in Airstream @ $125.00 @ $135.00 __________ Staying Off Site _____ Youth (Ages 4 - 19) @ $ 60.00 @ $ 60.00 __________ I Want to Park in the Dog Section Youth after two full youth pmts: _____Youth (Ages 4 - 19) @ FREE @ FREE Vintage Parking Not bringing Airstream DEDUCT $200.00 DEDUCT $200.00 __________ WBCCI Life Members DEDUCT $5.00 DEDUCT $5.00 __________ Handicap Parking Application on file at Headquarters TOTAL FEES INCLUDED $ __________ FEE REFUND POLICY All rally fee refund requests must be postmarked by May 15, 2015, and must include the complete pass receipt. All cancellations will be assessed a $30.00 administrative fee. There will be no refunds if postmarked after May 15 except as approved by the International Rally Committee. Make checks payable to: WBCCI Canadian checks must be imprinted US FUNDS
MAIL IN FARMINGTONAll mail for members attending the International Convention/Rally
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FedEx or UPS PackagesWBCCI Property RoomName, WBCCI #_________McGee Park, San Juan County Fairgrounds#41 County Road 5568Farmington, NM 87401
Standard MailName, WBCCI #_________P.O. Box 448Bloomfield, NM 87413-0448
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Carol White #3855, Chairman
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APPLICATION FOR HANDICAPPED PARKING58th WBCCI INTERNATIONAL RALLY
Last Name ______________________ WBCCI No. ______________
First ____________________________ Age ____________________
Address ________________________________________________
City ______________________ State/Prov______Zip ____________
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Submit a copy of your handicap placard issued by your
State or Province to:
WBCCI, PO Box 612, Jackson Center, OH 45334
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VOLUNTEER COUPON
58th WBCCI INTERNATIONAL RALLY
The International Rally Committees need volunteers. Early parking is avail-able for most persons who are accepted for service. Please mark your pref-HUHQFHLQWKHUVWFROXPQ(QWHU0IRUPDQDQG:IRUZRPDQLQWKHsecond column. The Committee Chairman will contact you later if selected.
Choice Man/Woman Name of Committee ______ ______ Bands, Concert & Stage Instrument____________________________ ______ ______ Building Security ______ ______ Cargo ______ ______ Carpenter ______ ______ Community Service ______ ______ Grounds after Rally ______ ______ Information/Lost & Found ______ ______ Message Center/Scooters ______ ______ Parade ______ ______ Parking ______ ______ Registration ______ ______ SanitationBBBBBB BBBBBB 7UDIF&RQWURO ______ ______ Transportation/Shuttle/Tractor ______ ______ CB Radio/Wally Byam Control ______ ______ Water
Name __________________________ Spouse _________________
Address ________________________________________________
City ______________________ State/Prov______Zip ____________
WBCCI # __________________ Phone ________________________
E-mail __________________________________________________
Mail to: WBCCI, PO Box 612, Jackson Center, OH 45334
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Byam's Birthday - July 4, 1896Milt Burton #3887, Parade Chairman
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Marion Pember, Chairman, WBCCI Caravan Promotions
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36th National Potlatch & Salmon RallyOlympia, Washington
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Santa Fe Experience Special Event Rally
Santa Fe, New Mexico July 8 - 12, 2015
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MAY 26-31 2015 AIRSTREAM
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NEW TECH SEMINARS 10+ seminars presented by Airstream staff and other experts. Something for all levels of experience!
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AN ACTIONPACKED SCHEDULE Join competitions like Human Tow Vehicle, Rivet Masters, or Wallys Silent Bullhorn, showcase your talents in the Aluminum Gong Show, socialize with fellow Airstreamers, tour the factory, relax with daily Yoga, check out the new Airstreams on display, participate in the Dutch Oven Brunch, and more!
(All activities and events are subject to change before event dates.)
ADULTS: $95 each KIDS 15 & UNDER: FREE with a paid adult and campsite CAMPSITE: $235 for the entire 5 nights of the event. (Includes 1 complimentary pump-out valued at $20 and optional boondocking available over Memorial Day weekend at no extra charge.)
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Sep 26-Oct 29 N-45-I Gone to Texas - Leaders: Snow Ph. 832-217-4508 / Kindle Ph. 713-907-4624
Sep-Oct TBA N-45-M The American Revolution in the Northern Colonies - Leaders: Jones Ph. 703-780-6597
Oct 4-Nov 12 N-45-E Southeast Coast Spectacular - Leaders: Carnein Ph. 623-974-4762
TBA N-45-B Taste of the Blue Ridge - Leaders: Matkovich Ph. 708-567-4686
REGION CARAVANSJun 13-23 R-283 Silver Trails to New Mexico - Regon 7, Leader:
Agre, Ph. 320-295-1117
UNIT CARAVANSJul 15-25 U-417 The Revolutionary War in the Hudson Valley -
Metro New York Unit, Leaders: Hammer, Ph. 516-330-7522 Aug 2-22 U-415 Lake Superior Circle Tour - Ontario Canada
Unit, Leaders: Mattila, Ph. 613-258-2842Sep 20-Oct 3 U-416 Columbia River Gorge - Portland, Idaho Unit -
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Jun 26-Jul 4 2015 International Convention/Rally, Farmington, New Mexico
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Apr 30-May 4 TX Vintage Rally, Bellville, TXAug 3-9 Potlatch & Salmon Rally, Olympia (Lacey), WASep 14-20 Pendleton Round-up, Pendleton, ORSep 26-Oct 4 Swiss Festival, Sugarcreek, OHOct 2-6 Balloon Fiesta Rally, Albuquerque, NM
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Jul 8-12 Santa Fe Experience, Santa Fe, NM Aug 2-8 Galax Old Time Fiddlers Convention, Galax, VASep 10-13 Old Thresher Days, Yuma, COSep 30-Oct 4 Storytelling Festival Rally, Jonesborough, TNOct 10-18 Sun Valley Jazz Jamboree Rally, Ketchum, IDDec 28-Jan 1, 2016 Rose Parade Rally, Pasadena, CA
NATIONAL CARAVANSMay 7-Jun 18 N-44-A1 Viking Trail Caravan - Leader: Hilton Ph. 352-205-9928Jun 1-20 N-44-J Taste of the Blue Ridge - Leader: Matkovich Ph. 708-567-4686Jul 8-Aug 17 N-44-I STANDBY ONLY Nor by Nor East Caravan -
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Leaders: DeLeeuw Ph. 517-250-5060 / KielSep 8-28 N-44-D STANDBY ONLY Rocky Mountain High USA -
Leader: Leach Ph. 281-536-6185
2016Feb 5-Mar 25 N-45-G Florida Fantasy - Leaders: Skipper Ph. 850-877-1729Mar 8-23 N-45-L Cajun Country - Leaders: Boudreaux Ph. 985-209-0376Mar 24-Apr 12 N-45-K Georgia Plantation - Leaders: Montague Ph. 850-212-3726Apr 17-May 15 N-45-F Springtime in Kentucky - Leaders: Hilton Ph. 352-205-9928Jul 12-Sep 12 N-45-C Alyeska, the Great Land - Leaders: Johnjulio
Ph. 814-484-7221Jul 13-Aug 19 N-45-A STANDBY ONLY Nor by Nor East - Leaders:
Walbridge Ph. 781-254-6399Jul 21-Sep 1 N-45-D2 The Viking Trail - Leaders: Hilton Ph. 352-205-9928Aug 20-Oct 10 N-45-H Southwest Adventure - Leaders: Thompson Ph. 850-212-4719 / Glassey Ph. 206-605-2986
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REGION 1 Region 1 Website: http://region1.wbcci.net
May 29-31 Region 1 Meeting/Rally, Franklin &W\)**UHHQHOG0$
Cape Cod Massachusetts Unit -www.capecod.wbcci.net
Charter Oak Connecticut Unit - www.connecticut.wbcci.netMay 3 Bus. Mtg/Luncheon Noon, Ingallineras home, 210 Colby
Dr., East Hartford, CT, Jerry Ingallinera 860-289-9149, email: [email protected]
May 15-17 Portuguese Maritime Rally (Fall River/New Bedford, MA), Westport Camping Grounds, 346 Old County Rd., Westport, MA, Val Galasyn 860-546-9298, email: [email protected]
May 29-31 Region 1 Mtg/Rally, Franklin Cty. FG, 89 Wisdom Way, *UHHQHOG0$(UQLH%DXHUHPDLOHUQLHEDXHU#LFORXGcom
Jun 4-7 Joint New York City Rally w/New England Unit & others, Liberty Harbor Marina, 11 Marin Blvd., Jersey City, NJ, Per Hamnqvist 603-866-6440, email: [email protected]
Jun 19-21 Lobster Fest at the Marina/Buddy Rally, Portland Riverside Marina, 37 Riverside St., Portland, CT, Bard Fuller 860-621-9246, email: [email protected]
New England Unit - http://newengland.wbcci.netMay 1-3 Chillyman/Bus. Mtg/Buddy Rally, Salisbury Beach SP, MA,
I-95N, exit to Salisbury, Michelle Plunkett 603-325-8984, email: [email protected]
May 22-25 Jamfest Rally, Mi-Te-Jo CG, Milton, NH, http://mi-te-jo.FRPHOGZSDYLOOLRQLQEDFNEULQJ\RXULQVWUXPHQW0DU\Hickman 508-776-1309, email: [email protected]
0D\ 5HJLRQRII\HDU0LQL5DOO\0WJ)UDQNOLQ&W\)**UHHQHOG0$KWWSZZZIFDVFRPGLUHFWKWPO7\H0RWW716-866-2503, email: [email protected]/ Ernie Bauer 978-399-3183, email: [email protected]
Jun 4-7 NYC Base Camp Rally, Liberty Harbor Marina, Jersey City, NJ, http://www.libertyharborrv.com, Per Hamnqvist 603-866-6440, email: [email protected]
Jun 19-Jul 27 Caravan to/from & around Four Corners area including Farmington, Per Hamnqvist 603-866-6440, email: [email protected]/Doug Hart 617-337-2933, email: [email protected]
Jun 26-28 Lake Pemaquid Buddy Rally, Lake Pemaquid CG, Damariscotta, ME, http://www.lakepemaquid.com, Heather Lawler 207-831-4732, email: [email protected]
Quebec Canada Unit - http://unitquebec.wbcci.netMay 29-31 Region 1 Mtg/Rally, Franklin Cty. FG, 89 Wisdom Way,
*UHHQHOG0$(UQLH%DXHUHPDLOHUQLHEDXHU#LFORXGcom
White Mountains New Hampshire Unit - wmu0065.wbcci.netMay 8-10 Capital of NH Rally/Bus.Mtg., Fitzgeralds Compound,
Concord, NH, Joe Fitzgerald 603-724-8059, email: MMW]\#JPDLOFRP
Jun 12-15 Buddy Rally, Button Bay SP, 5 Button Bay State Park Rd., Ferrisburg, VT, Kit Wheatley 802-899-2839, email: [email protected]
REGION 2 Region 2 Website: http://region2.wbcci.net
May 28-31 Region 2 Rally, Centre Cty FG, Centre Hall, PA
Sep 9-13 PA State Rally, Harrisville, PASep 18-20 NJ State Rally, Newton, NJ
Al-Mon-O Pennsylvania Unit - http://al-mon-o.wbcci.netMay 28-31 Region 2 Rally, Centre Cty FG, Centre Hall, PA
Berkshire New York UnitMay TBA Luncheon, David/Gary Levinson 845-562-0091Jun TBA Luncheon, Barbara Bondar 845-323-2375, email:
Central Maryland Unit http://centralmarylandunit166.wbcci.netMay 15-17 Bus. Rally, TBA, Tom PotterJun 21-23 Rally, Lake Anna SP, VA, Ted Belleavoine
Central Pennsylvania Unit http://centralpennunitofwbcci.blogspot.com/
Delaware Valley New Jersey Unit KWWSGYQMXZEFFLQHWMay 28-31 Region 2 Rally, Centre Cty FG, Centre Hall, PA
Delmarva Unit - http://rehobothboardwalk.com/wbdelmarvaMay 28-31 Region 2 Rally, Centre Cty FG, Centre Hall, PA, Malcolm
Comstock 302-724-0654, email: [email protected]
Hudson-Mohawk New York Unit - http://hudmo.wbcci.netMay 28-31 Whittle Rally, Lake George RV Park, 74 St. Rt. 149, Lake
George, NY, Geoff Whittle 518-783-1606, email: [email protected]
Jun 19-21 Rally, Arrowhead Marina, Scotia, NY, John Vettovalli 518-922-7053, email: [email protected]
Keystone Pennsylvania Unit - http://keystone.wbcci.net
Metropolitan New York Unit - http://metrony.covvo.com
Mid-Atlantic Unit - http://midatlantic.wbcci.netApr 30-May 3 Maintenance Rally, Howard Lefkowitz 301-649-3373May 28-31 Region 2 Rally, Centre Hall, PA
New Jersey Unit -KWWSVLWHVJRRJOHFRPVLWHWKHRULJLQDOQMXQLWMay 22-25 Pre-Region 2 Rally/Memorial Day at the Shore, Jersey
Shore Airstream Haven CG, Charlie Petrillo 732-533-9713, email: [email protected]
May 28-31 Region 2 Rally, Centre Cty FG, Grange Encampment, Centre Hall, PA, Judy Coupe 267-261-1392, email: [email protected]
New York Finger Lakes Unit - KWWSQ\QJHUODNHVZEFFLQHWMay 16 Welcome Back Luncheon, Community Rest., Cortland,
NY, John Hussar 607-797-4083, email: [email protected]
Jun 12-14 Rally, Williamson Firemans Field, Williamson, NY, Dave Horn 585-659-8378, email: [email protected]/Ray Wagner 585-334-0816, email: [email protected]
Ontario Canada Unit - www.ontarioairstream.orgMay 8-10 Eastern Ontario Spring Shakedown, Wesley-Clover Park,
411 Corkstown Rd., Ottawa, ON, book site directly at [email protected] or 613-828-6632, advise Rob Douglas 613-736-0560, email: [email protected]
May 11-14 South/Western Ontario Spring Shakedown, Seaforth FG, 140 Duke St., Seaforth,ON, register with Ken Shand 519-440-0792, email: [email protected]
May 15-18 Spring Rally, Tavistock FG, Queen & Maria St., Tavistock, ON, Terry Thompson 519-536-7772, email: [email protected]
May 28-31 Region 2 Rally, Centre Cty FG, Centre Hall, PAJun 2-10 Caravan to NY Rally, Kerry Mattila 613-258-2842, email:
[email protected] Caravan to International Rally
Penn-Lehigh Unit http://penn-lehigh.wbcci.netMay 28-31 Region 2 Rally, Centre Cty FG, Centre Hall, PAJun 13-20 Presidents Caravan Douthat & Fairy Stone SP, VA,
George Collister
yy 802-899-2839, email:
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Pennsylvania Unit - www.pennwood.orgMay 1-3 Kentucky Derby Rally, Penn Wood Airstream CG, see
website for directions, Adrian Vergot, email: [email protected]
Jun 5-7 All American Beach Party Rally, Penn Wood Airstream CG, see website for details & directions, Skip Cook, email: [email protected]
Washington DC Unit - http://wdcu.wbcci.netMay 15-17 Gettysburg Rally, Round Top CG, Gettysburg, PA, Carl
McDowell, email: [email protected] Jun 12-14 Delaware Seashore Rally, Delaware Seashore SP,
Rehoboth Beach, DE
Watchung New Jersey Unit - www.watchungunit.orgMay 28-31 Region 2 Rally, Centre Cty FG, Centre Hall, PA, Pat
McFadden 610-529-6560, email: [email protected] TBA Caravan to International, Farmington, NM, Fred Brugmans
908-647-3215, email: [email protected]
REGION 3 Region 3 Website: http://region3.wbcci.net
Apr 29-May 3 Region 3 Rally, Charleston, SCAug 2-8 Galax Old Time Fiddlers Convention, Galax, VAOct 9-11 Virginia Commonwealth Rally, Waynesboro, VAOct 22-25 Carolinas State Rally, Cleveland, SC
Big Bend Florida Unit - KWWSELJEHQGZEFFLQHWMay 15-17 Rally, Fort Clinch SP, Fernandia Beach, FL, Jim Hentz 850-
385-3538, email: [email protected]\ 0LQL&DUDYDQ6WXSHQGRXV6HDVKRUH6ZDPS8QLW
&DUDYDQ%UXQVZLFN6W0DU\*$%LOO&ROHPDQ668-0113, email: [email protected]
Carolinas Unit of North Carolina - http://carolinasnc.wbcci.netApr 29-May 3 Region 3 Rally, Charleston, SCMay 14-17 1600s-2000s Rally, American Heritage RV Park, 146
Maxton Ln., Williamsburg, VA, reservations 800-530-2267 - WBCCI Carolinas Unit, www.americanheritagervpark.com, Conrad & Van de Ree
Jun 11-14 Rally, Highland Haven Airstream Park, 6517 Highland Haven Rd. NE, Copper Hill, VA, 540-651-9050, www.vahighlandhaven.org, Hall & Nesbitt
Coastal Georgia - http://coastalgeorgia.wbcci.netApr 29-May 3 Region 3 Rally, Charleston, SC, Bill Cselle 912-449-5473/
912-288-2501Jun 18-21 Buddy Rally, Sugar Mill RV Park, Thomasville, GA, Bill
Cselle 912-449-5473/ 912-288-2501
Eastern North Carolina Unit - http://encu.wbcci.net
Everglades Florida Unit - http://everglades.wbcci.net
Florida Unit - KWWSRULGDXQLWZEFFLQHW0D\-XQ 'XQHGLQ5DOO\5DQG\*RGIUH\HPDLOUJRGIUH\#FUUFRP
Florida Springs Unit - KWWSRULGDVSULQJVZEFFLQHWMay 14-17 Rally, TBA, Dick Smolk 813-778-2521, email: thesmolks@
msn.com
Florida Suncoast Unit - http://suncoast.wbcci.net
Florida Treasure Coast Unit - http://ftcu.wbcci.netTBA Potluck Luncheon/Dinner, Region 3 Rally, Ladson, SC,
Alicia Rafter 561-965-2175, email: [email protected]
Georgia Unit - www.topofgeorgia.netApr 29-May 3 Region 3 Rally, Charleston, SCMay 20-25 Homecoming/Memorial/Buddy Rally, Top of GA RV Park,
Helen, GA, 5 mi. N of Helen on GA Hwy. 75, Host on Duty 706-878-3590
Jun 17-21 Summer/Youth Rally, Top of GA RV Park, Helen, GA, 5 mi. N of Helen on GA Hwy. 75, Host on Duty 706-878-3590
Northern Virginia Unit - http://northva.wbcci.netMay 3-15 Caravan - Travels with Dick & Jane - III, Leave from
Region 3 Rally, North Charleston, and ending in Raleigh. Cost is $700, Dick Arnold 540-729-2095
Palmetto State South Carolina Unithttp://palmettostate.wbcci.netApr 29-May 3 Region 3 Rally, Ladson, SCJun 12-14 Grandchildren Rally, Palmetto Cove RV CG, 521 Table
Rock Rd, Cleveland, SC, Michael Cesmat 864-877-8612
Piedmont North Carolina Unit - http://piedmontunit.wbcci.netApr 29-May 3 Region 3 Rally, Exchange Park, 9850 Hwy. 78, Ladson, SCMay 31-Jun 16 Taste of Carolina Caravan, North Carolina, TBA, Bob
Bennett 919-467-3681, email: [email protected]
Shenandoah Valley of Virginia Unit -http://shenandoahvalleyofva.wbcci.netMay TBA Rally, Ray Landes 540-289-5389
South Carolina Coastal Unit - www.sccoastalunit.comApr 29-May 3 Region 3 Rally, Ladson, SCJun 5-7 Rally, Colleton SP southcarolinaparks.com/colleton, 147
Wayside Ln., Walterboro, SC
South Florida Unit KWWSVRXWKRULGDZEFFLQHW
Southeastern Camping Unit http://secamping.wbcci.netApr 29-May 3 Region 3 Rally, Exchange Park, Ladson, SC, Matt HackneyMay 22-31 Hiking in VA Rally, Virginia Highland Haven, Joe Conoly
Tidewater Virginia Unit - www.tidewaterwbcci.net
Virginia Unit - http://virginia.wbcci.netApr 29-May 3 Region 3 Rally, Exchange Park, Ladson, SCApr 30-May 3 Houston Caldwell Festival, www.houstonfestgalax.com,
Old Cranks CG 276-236-5114, www.oldcranks.com, 407 S. Railroad Ave., Galax, VA, Gary Brink 434-296-1708, email: [email protected]
Jun 3-7 Rally, Westmoreland SP, 1650 State Park Rd., Montross, VA, www.dcr.va.gov/state-parks/westmoreland, Bob Lee 434-525-4290, email: [email protected]
Western North Carolina Unit - http://wnc.wbcci.netApr 29-May 3 Region 3 Rally, Exchange Park, Charleston (Ladson), SCMay 14-17 Swannanoa Rally, KOA East CG, 2708 US 70,
Swannanoa, NC, George James IV 830-460-0628, email: [email protected]
Jun 11-14 Mountain Music Rally, Hiawassee, GA
REGION 4 Region 4 Website: http://region4.wbcci.net
0D\ 5HJLRQ5DOO\0DQVHOG2+Aug 5-9 Michigan State Rally, Ravena, MISep 26-Oct 4 Swiss Festival National Rally, Sugarcreek, OH
Akron Ohio Unit - www.akronwbcci.com0D\ 5HJLRQ5DOO\5LFKODQG&W\)*0DQVHOG2+0DUMRULH
Lotz 937-441-1129, email: [email protected] 11-14 Rally, Ron Swan 330-875-1601, email: jrswan1937@
yahoo.com/Gene Hill 330-896-7050, email: [email protected]
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Applachian Unit of West Virginia0D\ WK5HJLRQ5DOO\5LFKODQG&W\)*0DQVHOG2+
caravan in group, Wayne Barth 304-320-7717, email: [email protected]
Jun 4-8 Joint Rally, Muddy River, Parkersburg, WV, Carmel Porter 304-550-6336, email: [email protected]
Auglaize Valley Ohio Unit0D\ 5HJLRQ5DOO\0DQVHOG2+0DUN0F9LFNHU
2333, email: [email protected] 4-7 Joint Rally w/Cincinnati OH Unit, Poor Farmers CG, 7211
N. Lostcreek-Shelby Rd., Fletcher, OH, Mark McVicker 419-693-2333, email: [email protected]
Cincinnati Ohio Unit - http://cincinnati.wbcci.netJun 4-7 Summer Rally, Poor Farmers Retreat, Fletcher, OH, S on
CR 23 from US 36, E of Fletcher, Sonny Thompson 937-879-9743, email: [email protected]
Cleveland Ohio Unit - www.cleveland.wbcci.netMay 15-17 Rollercoaster Heaven/Lake Erie Island Fever Rally, Cedar
Point Amusement Park/East Harbor SP, 1169 N Buck Rd., /DNHVLGH0DUEOHKHDG2+*DU\&OLIIRUGHPDLOFOLIH#aol.com
0D\ 5HJLRQ5DOO\5LFKODQG&W\)*0DQVHOG2+0DUMRULHLotz
-XQ 6SLULWRI&OHYHODQG5DOO\%XUNH/DNHIURQW$LUSRUWDowntown Cleveland/Shores of Lake Erie, 1501 N. Marginal Rd., Cleveland, OH, RSVP to Kelly@tcgcp/cp,
Columbus Ohio Unit - email: [email protected]\ 5HJLRQ5DOO\5LFKODQG&W\)*0DQVHOG2+
Land-O-Lakes of Ohio Unit - http://landolakesohio.wbcci.net/May 9 Looking for Summer Luncheon 1 PM, Dutch Valley Rest.,
1343 Old Rt. 39, Sugarcreek, OH, from I-77, exit Dover, go 7 mi. W, turn L on CR 46, Ragersville Rd., then L, Bill Watkins 740-361-0728, email: [email protected]
Jun 4-8 Muddy River/Joint Rally w/Appalachian Unit of WV, Parkersburg, WV, from I-77, exit 173, Rt. 95, Camden Ave., E of exit, turn S(R) on Little Kanawha River Rd., proceed 1 mi.+ to travel center on L, CG in back, Carmel Porter 304-550-6336, email: [email protected]
Jun 13 50s Luncheon 1 PM, Nutcracker Rest., 63 E. Broad, Pataskala, OH, from I-70, exit 118 to 310 N, turn R, go 3.7 mi., turn R at light at 310/St. Rt. 16 E, go 1 block, rest. on R, Phyllis Bryan 740-927-1882/614-226-8277
Mahoning Valley Ohio Unit - www.mvou.wbcci.netMay 12-17 Habitat for Humanity Rally, Salem, OH, Joe Rodgers 440-
224-3377, email: [email protected]\ 5HJLRQ5DOO\5LFKODQG&W\)*0DQVHOG2+'DYH
Brett 330-757-8751, email: [email protected] 31-Jun 4 Caravan to NYC Rally, Laurel Hills SP, PA, to Bull
Run Ridge Park, Washington, DC, to NYC Rally, Rick Richardson 440-964-2723, email: [email protected]
Jun 4-7 Joint Rally w/New England, Charter Oak CT, Ontario Canada & Metro NY Units, 3rd NYC Base Camp Rally - Liberty Harbor Marina, Jersey City, NJ, Rick Richardson 440-964-2723, email: [email protected]
Jun 14 Picnic Luncheon 2 PM, Burkholders, 2677 Route 46 S, Jefferson, OH, Don Burkholder 440-576-6560, email: [email protected]
Metro Detroit Michigan Unit - http://metrodetroitunit137.wbcci.net
Miami Valley Unit of Ohio - http://miamivalleyohio.wbcci.netMay 6 Breakfast 9 AM, Roushs Rest., 405 W. Main St., Fairborn,
OH, Marian Hetzler 937-689-8301, email: [email protected]
0D\ 5HJLRQ5DOO\5RXQGXSWKH:DJRQ7UDLQ5LFKODQG&W\)*0DQVHOG2+0DULDQ+HW][email protected]
Jun 3 Breakfast 9 AM, Roushs Rest., 405 W. Main St., Fairborn, OH, Marian Hetzler 937-689-8301, email: [email protected]
Jun 4-7 Joint Rally w/Cincinnati OH Unit, Poor Farmers CG, 7211 N. Lostcreek-Shelby Rd., Fletcher, OH, Marian Hetzler 937-689-8301, email: [email protected]
Michigan UnitJan-Dec every Tues: Luncheon Noon, Geraldine Craig 517-321-3468
May 18-24 Region 4 Rally, Roundup the Wagon Train, Richland Cty )*0DQVHOG2+0DUMRULH/RW][email protected]
Jun 4-8 Love Ludington Rally, Ludington, MI, Mason Cty. FG, Ludington, MI, C. Dale Bannon 231-852-0710, email: [email protected]/Tom Peacock 231-843-3820
Mid-Eastern Michigan UnitMay TBA TBA
Mohican Valley Ohio Unit - http://mohicanvalleyohio.wbcci.net/May 14 Final Mtg for Region activities 11:30 AM, Marion
Warehouse, 320 W. Center St., Marion, OH, Norma Gantt 740-389-1810
May 18-24 Region 4 Rally (Roundup the Wagon Train), Richland &W\)*0DQVHOG2+'RQ%HUU\[email protected]
Jun 3-7 Joint Rally & Caravan to New York City, Don Berry 419-564-0876, email: [email protected]
Jun 18 Luncheon Mtg. 11:30 AM, Varsity Grill, 415 Portland Way N., Lexie Berry 419-566-0342, email: [email protected]
Northern Ohio Virtual Airstream Unit - www.campnova.comMay 1-3 Share the Dream Rally, Haydocy Airstream & RV,
Columbus, OH, Thomas Brown 419-238-9479, email: [email protected]
May 21-25 Indianapolis 500, Speedway, Indianapolis, IN, Thomas Brown 419-238-9479, email: [email protected]
REGION 5 Region 5 Website:
http://region5.wbcci.net
Sep 9-13 Region 5 Rally, Goshen, IN
Central Indiana Unit - www.centralind.wbcci.netMay 1-3 Weekender, Brown County SP, 1810 State Road 46E,
Nashville, IN 812-988-6406, Lana Russel 317-410-4750, email: [email protected]
Jun 12-14 Weekender, Ouabache SP, 4030 Indiana 201, Bluffton, IN 260-824-0926, Lana Russel 317-410-4750, email: [email protected]
Illinois Lincolnland Unit - http://lincolnland.wbcci.netMay 15-17 All IL Units Rally, Bo Woods Corps of Engineers CG, Lake
Shelbyville, on I-32, 5 mi. S of Sullivan, IL, W side of rd, Dave Mayo, email: [email protected]
Jun 6 Dinner 4 PM, TBA, Linda Hattan 815-476-6744, email: [email protected]
Indiana Unit - http://indiana.wbcci.net1st Mon each month except December: Dinner 5 PM, Golden Corral,
6FDWWHUHOG5G$QGHUVRQ,16RIH[LW,6FDWWHUHOG5G5REHUW*[email protected]
1st Thurs each month except December: Dinner 6 PM, Golden Corral, 4747 Lima Rd., Ft. Wayne, IN, S of exit 311 I-69, Christopher Seplak 260-409-4750, email: [email protected]
May 14-17 Spring/Election Rally, Pike Lake CG, Arthur St., Warsaw, IN, off SR 15, turn E onto Arthur St. to end of rd, Pike Lake CG on L, Christopher Seplak 260-409-4750, email: [email protected]
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Jun 11-14 Buddy/Children