Blue Beret August 2013

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President’s Corner

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Forty-three years ago, our good friends in Hamil-ton, Ohio (John and Dorothy Hartleb, members

of the Cincinnati Ohio Unit of WBCCI), told us that we needed to buy an Airstream trailer and join the Wally Byam Caravan Club. We had four children, and my wife didn’t work outside the home. We found a 1959 twenty-four foot Airstream trailer whose owner, because of poor health, could no longer use it. We took our two boys, ages 9 and 6, and our 18 month old twin daugh-ters to look at the trailer. The owner sold the trailer to us at a price we could afford, which included all linens, dishes, and the hitch! We attended our fi rst International Rally in 1971 when we traveled from Hamilton, Ohio, to Salem, Oregon. We were gone 23 days and spent a total of $500.00 on gas for our tow vehicle, meals, and two new tires for the trailer.

In 1974, we outgrew the 24 foot trailer and bought a 1966 thirty foot trailer from the Airstream dealer in Cincinnati, Ohio. We used it for 25 years and sold it for the same price we paid for it 25 years earlier.

Altogether, we have owned fi ve trailers and now, because of four back surgeries in the last two years, we have had to give up the trailer for a motorhome. The motorhome has allowed us to continue traveling and remain in the Wally Byam Caravan Club, the Airstream Owners Association.

I assume the reigns of this great club from John Boutwell, a man I have known many years and admire greatly.

We met Clay and Esther Garrison many years ago. They had the privilege of traveling with Wally Byam. Clay commented that Wally often said that if you were asked to do a job and could do it, then you should do it. Wally also said that no matter how bad the enter-tainment was, you didn’t get up and leave before the entertainment was over!

We have had the good fortune, in my opinion, of belonging to the greatest travel club there is. We have met many Airstreamers over the years who have become life-long friends. This is like a second family to us.

I never expected to become International President of this great organization. I am honored to assume this new role. It is not a one-man show – it is a team effort with very capable volunteers. We are also very fortunate to have an excellent staff at Headquarters under the capable direction of Cindy Reed, Corporate Manager.

Sandy and I will do our best to fulfi ll our duties in the club this next year.

Wishing everyone safe travels,

John and Sandy Stumpf

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What’s Inside... Vol. 49 August 2013 Issue No. 7

President’s Corner ....................................2Club News ..................................................6

Welcome New Members ...............................................................................................6Membership ..................................................................................................................8Introducing the new WBCCI Member’s Press Kit .......................................................9Kansas City Missouri Unit Celebrates 50th Birthday .................................................10Letters to the Editor.....................................................................................................14Inspiration 101 ............................................................................................................15Heritage .......................................................................................................................16Airstream Tech Help Group ........................................................................................20Helpful Ideas for ALL Airstreamers ..........................................................................24WBCCI Kids Page ......................................................................................................25Airstream Parks Association .......................................................................................272013 Host to Host Program .........................................................................................29Congratulations Talented Airstreamers! ......................................................................29In Memoriam...............................................................................................................41

International Rally ...................................31Caravans ..................................................32

The Civil War is Over! ................................................................................................32

National Rallies ........................................3450th National Mardi Gras Rally ..................................................................................34Texas Vintage Airstream Rally ....................................................................................3451st Swiss Festival National Rally..............................................................................35

Special Event Rallies...............................35Storytelling Special Event Rally .................................................................................35Sun Valley Jazz Jamboree Rally ................................................................................36Columbus Day & Canadian Thanksgiving Rally ........................................................36

Intra Clubs ................................................37Vintage Airstream Club ...............................................................................................37

Region News ............................................38Airstream • 937-596-6111 ........................42

From the Vice President ..............................................................................................42Schu’s News ................................................................................................................43

Event Schedule ........................................49Classifieds................................................57Coupons ...................................................58

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INTERNATIONAL EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE

President .........................................John Stumpf1st Vice President ......................... Joe Perryman2nd Vice President .................Jim Schwerdfeger3rd Vice President ....................... Richard GirardRecording Secretary ....................Louise HumbleTreasurer ........................................... Ron GordyPast President .............................. John Boutwell

REGION PRESIDENTSRegion 1 ..........................................Ray RichardRegion 2 ...................................... Pat McFaddenRegion 3 ...................................... Jay ThompsonRegion 4 .........................................Marjorie LotzRegion 5 .............................................. Barry BellRegion 6 ....................................... Lonnie CarverRegion 7 .............................................Linda AgreRegion 8 ...................................Leonard SullivanRegion 9 ........................................Linda KnezekRegion 10 ...........................................Carol OrtizRegion 11 ....................................... Roger PruterRegion 12 ................................Robert StansburyParliamentarian ..............................Dona Garner

COMMITTEESBlue Beret ...............................Cecelia StansburyBudget ................................................June RyanCaravan ............................................Chuck KipleCommunity Service ........................Janet KendigConstitution & Bylaws ........................Don ShaferElectronic Communications ........... Damon BealsEthics & Grievance ....................Karin KurkowskiFamily & Youth .................................Linda AmmeHistorian .......................................... Marla BradyInt’l. Relations ................................ Jim ElmlingerLegislative .......................................Richard JirusLifetime Membership ................... Richard GirardMarketing .................................. Fred RichardsonMembership .............................. Helen BourgeoisNational/Special Events ........... Carolyn FlorenceNominating ................................... John BoutwellPlanning Guides/Merit Awards ............Joan LahrPublic Relations .......................Rhonda ColemanRally Promotions .....................Rhonda ColemanTechnical ................................. Howard Lefkowitz

WBCCI STAFFCorporate Manager andBlue Beret Managing Editor ..............Cindy Reed [email protected] Beret Copy Editor .......................Deb Sailor [email protected] Director .......................... Deb Mann [email protected] Services .........................Julie Rethman [email protected]

CONTRIBUTING EDITORSRegion 1 ..........................................J. Rick CipotRegion 2 ...................................... Pat McFaddenRegion 3 ......................................Joan AndersonRegion 4 ...........................................Nancy BrettRegion 5 .......................................Patsy MarstonRegion 6 ....................................... Lonnie CarverRegion 7 ............................... Region 7 MembersRegion 8 ...................... Betty & Leonard SullivanRegion 9 .........................................Andy SelkingRegion 10 ...........................................Carol OrtizRegion 11 ........................................... L. LawsonRegion 12 .............................Kia Kelley-Johnson

on the cover...John and Sandy Stumpf, 2013-2014 International President and First Lady

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Remember the variations on this joke? “If you tell your mate how good looking, smart and successful you are, that’s advertising. If you get someone else to tell them how good looking, smart and successful you are, that’s public relations.”

It’s effective—and important—to inform local reporters about our club and events. Through the news media we can attract potential members, build goodwill in the WBCCI re-gions and communities we visit during rallies and caravans, and educate the public about the history of Wally Byam and our American-made Airstreams.

A new “Member’s Press Kit” is now available to make it easier for Unit and Region Offi cers, rally hosts, and public relations volunteers to attract positive attention to the WBCCI through local press coverage of our events.

Created by a public relations and marketing professional, the tips and materials in the Member’s Press Kit provide step-by-step instructions and guidance to help you:

• Identify media outlets, reporters, and their audiences• Plan your news• Deliver your message through press releases, media

alerts, pitches, media kits, interview skills

Contact [email protected] for a copy of the Member’s Press Kit on disc, or fi nd it online. Here’s how:

1. Visit www.wbcci.org. Locate the “Home” tab on the left.2. Using the drop down menu under “Home” and select

“Regions and Units”. Slide to the right and view the list to the end.

3. Select “Member’s Press Kit” and start spreading the word about our wonderful club and your exciting local Unit today!

Have you also noticed the updated information about the WBCCI on www.wbcci.org? Thank you to the Electronic Communications Committee for placing the material online. Links are now ready to support your Unit, educate reporters

by Rhonda ColemanPublic Relations, Marketing Committee

about our club, and position the WBCCI as a trusted resource for information about Airstreaming. Visit the following pages; you may be surprised what you’ll learn about:

• The WBCCI and Airstream’s founder, Wally Byam: http://wbcci.org/club-information/about-us

• Our club, yesterday and today: http://wbcci.org/club-information/about-us/history

• Frequently Asked Questions: http://wbcci.org/club-infor-mation/about-us/faq

• What members are saying about WBCCI: http://wbcci.org/club-information/about-us/testimonials

• And more! Visit www.wbcci.org and use the “Club In-formation/About Us” drop down tab

There’s a fundamental truth about public relations: if you don’t make your own news, someone will make it for you. To illustrate that point, here’s one more joke—

A reporter was walking down the street when, to her hor-ror, she saw a fi erce dog suddenly attack a small child. A man on the street rushed forward, grabbed the dog with his bare hands, and wrestled it to the ground. After several minutes of a life-and-death struggle, the man killed the beast and thus rescued the child. The reporter ran to the man as he lay on the ground, gasping for breath.

“What a story!” she said. “Local hero saves child!”

The man regained his feet. “Actually, I’m just visiting the area,” he said. “I’m chairman of a Fortune 500 company, just in town to give a speech.”

The headline next day read, “Corporate Fat Cat Strangles Family Pet.”

Have fun spreading positive news about the WBCCI!

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ters to the Editor Committee will respond as needed. Be sure to include your full name and WBCCI number.

DISCLAIMER: The Letters to the Editor Committee reserves the right to edit or withhold any letter received and will only publish those that are considered benefi cial to the club as a whole and as space is available. Letters may be addressed to [email protected] and must include writer’s full name and WBCCI number to be considered noteworthy for publication.

Clubs are made up of people - not machines. People have souls - machines don’t.

We found the letter to the editor in the May issue of the Blue Beret especially disgusting. It tells us the writers believe that what you drive or tow is much more important than what you contribute to WBCCI.

The letter writers tell us there’s a “minority” of the membership who are trying to “perpetuate a faction” within the club. At a recent meeting of the Columbus Ohio Unit we looked around the room and this is what we saw:

Motorhome Owners: 1 term as Region 4 President, 10 terms as Columbus Ohio Unit President (in fairness, 1 of these owns an Interstate and will probably continue as members regardless), and 1 National Caravan Leader who has led 5 National Caravans. In the logic of the letter writers this is the “minority” that’s trying to “perpetuate a faction” within the membership of the club.

Trailer Owners: 4 terms as Unit President.

Motorhome owners are the minority in WBCCI, but among the active mem-bership, we’re proud of the huge impact we’ve made on the club.

We’re 24-year members of WBCCI who currently own a motorhome, having owned 6 trailers in the past. After we purchase a replacement “SOB” (non-Thor if we can’t be WBCCI members) motorhome, we’ll still be active in FMCA (an all-brand RV club) and enjoy interac-tion with the people who are members.

We realize that we’re part of the mi-nority and the motorhome proposal faces stiff opposition, but we love WBCCI for the people and we hate to see a few members vigorously driving another nail into the club’s coffi n.

Look up the 4 writers of the subject letter in our annual directory and you’ll fi nd minimal involvement in WBCCI - the facts speak for themselves. They’re trying to eliminate factions in the club? Really?? Late-model Airstream motorhomes? We wonder how many of these people buy 7+ year-old motor vehicles to travel the continent !

Clubs are made up of people - not machines. People have souls - machines don’t.

Ron & Cyndi Carnein WBCCI #9424

Dear Editor:Hello from Colorado, Airstreamers!

I have only been a member for 2 years but have enjoyed meeting everyone out there along the road. No doubt, our common love of Airstreams makes for the friendliest folks around.

I’d like to hear from maybe some more non-traditional folks out there. Are there many “solo” travelers out there (whether married or single)? How about people who prefer boondocking in a remote na-tional forest somewhere where the dogs

can run like the wind? Any ‘Streamers out and about who use their trailer as a basecamp while they spend 3 or 4 days hiking the high country when summer opens up above treeline? Have limited time for trips in your busy schedule?

Write me with your active outdoor passions and let’s see who is out there? Who knows…a group of us could meet once a year in the Sierras for hiking, Cascades for mountain biking, Nantahala for kayaking, Wind River Range for a yoga/meditation retreat, or climbing at Yosemite.

Ok, ok…it’s probably crazy. But you don’t know if you never try. So if any of this strikes a chord with you, shoot me email and let’s see what happens?

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Have you seen Big Bird? No, not the waddling yellow guy from Sesame Street. THE PHEASANT. Not just any pheasant. The World’s Largest Pheasant: 28 feet tall, 40 feet long from its beak to the tip of its tail, and crushing the scales at 22 tons. Now that’s one GIANT Ringneck Pheasant!

This Big Bird, standing proudly atop a 12 foot high building, is the pride and joy of Huron, South Dakota, the site of this year’s WBCCI International Con-vention/Rally. I made my pilgrimage to see the bird yesterday and, of course, snapped my obligatory photo on my iPhone. In all fairness, I should add that this overstuffed winged creature is more than just a show-piece. It represents the excellent pheasant hunting that is char-acteristic of this region of the country.

Well, now that I have disclosed the geographical location from which I write this article (State Fairgrounds in Huron, SD), let me expand a bit on what I see as foundational aspects of our International Conventions/Rallies. In addition to the colorful pageantry, the entertainment, the multitude of seminars and activi-ties, the necessary business meetings, and the camaraderie (fun, fellowship and adventure), there are two elements that I particularly appreciate about our club: (1) respect for God and (2) respect for country (both the U.S. and Canada).

To these I would add a third impor-tant element that impresses and amazes me, and that is the charitable generosity of our WBCCI members. While this is evident in the Unit and Region lev-els, it is particularly signifi cant at the International level. Each year several thousands of dollars, hundreds of stuffed toys, blankets and other basic items are donated to charities in the community where the Convention/Rally is held. In addition, thousands of dollars are given to a local family that has a child with a severe physical need, blood is given to the Blood Bank, hundreds of pounds of tabs from aluminum cans are converted

to cash for the Ronald McDonald House. And this year, Units and Regions have been collecting money to bring to the International Convention/Rally to be combined and given to the Wounded Warrior Project. As I said, I am amazed and impressed by the caring generosity of WBCCI members.

I was reading the April, 2013 Good Sam Highways magazine recently and was struck by the editorial “Letter” written by Chairman and CEO Marcus Lemonis titled, “What It Means to be a Good Sam-aritan.” Here he explains that the foundation of the Good Sam Club was built around the Biblical Parable of the Good Samaritan. Being a Good Sam member means helping others. A couple of pages over, the headline reads, “Fun, Fellowship and Philanthropy.” I not only like the alliterated sound of that, I like the sentiment it expresses. A sentiment that is also an apt description of WBCCI. God does love “a cheerful giver.” I pray that respect for God and country, and benevolent generosity will never cease to be hallmarks of our organization.

I conclude with the words of a poem that I believe capture the essence of who we are: “Lord, you brought us all together, only you know the reason why. We try to help each other, with your guid-ance from on high. We share each other’s burdens, our laughter and our tears. You share our every action, every thought and all our fears. May we always walk together, hand in hand with God above; As we travel down life’s highway, walk-ing in God’s glorious love” (“Friends” by Judy Saville).

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by Marla Brady, Historian

The early beginnings of WBCCI are inextricably tied to the Airstream Company. Wally Byam was the company founder; and, as we all know, was the innovator

and leader of some of the most well-known journeys by travel trailer that were ever undertaken. Adopting the term "caravan", Airstream owners began caravanning all over the North American Continent and the world. They were a group of adventuresome travelers, with Airstream travel trailers as their common bond, sharing their interests and experiences with each other.

Wally Byam had traveled with small groups of friends to Mexico and Europe in travel trailers since about 1936. But the fi rst offi cial "Wally Byam Caravan" was from Texas through Mexico, Guatemala, El Salvador, Honduras and Nicaragua from December 1951 through March 1952. 63 trailers began the caravan but only 14 completed the trip.

It was designated Caravan #1 and was operated under the sponsorship of the Airstream Company. Hence, it was the fi rst Airstream Company Caravan.

Then, in Nova Scotia, Canada, in 1955, a group of Airstream owners on caravan decided to make it offi cial - a club devoted to trailering with an Airstream - The Wally Byam Caravan Club was born. The "International" was added in 1962. The formation of this club enabled the expansion of activities for Airstream owners to include local clubs (now called Units), local rallies and the yearly International Rally.

Over the years, many people have contributed their time, vision, expertise, and enthusiasm to help grow and maintain WBCCI through good times and rough times. From the fi rst Club President, "Pop" Riley, to the current Club President, John Stumpf; from all the Offi cers, Committees and Headquarters Staff to every member who has participated in the many activities of the WBCCI, they have all made history with their Airstreams.

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Figure (7) illustrates the typical furnace confi guration that we use in our RV’s.

Figure (7) Typical Furnace

The previous discussions about propane appliances are directly applicable to an RV furnace. With a furnace, we are heat-ing the air which must be circulated throughout the RV, usually by providing a duct type distribution system. This means we need a blower to distribute the heated air inside the RV and also a separate blower for the combustion system. The combus-tion blower draws outside air into the burner and exhausts burned gases from the chamber.

Furnace Operation

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This is accomplished by using one motor with a double shaft, Figure (8) and two different type squirrel cage blower blades, Figures (9) and (10), both having their own separate housings.

The combus-tion chamber is isolated from the RV interior and uses the smaller blower

to draw air in and exhaust the burned gases. This chamber provides the heat for the air fl ow going through the interior duct system. A much larger squirrel cage blower is needed for the large volume

of interior air fl ow required. Since hot air rises most fur-nace installa-tions use duct-ing on the fl oor level for maxi-mum heating

effi ciency. Con-versely, cold air drops so for maximum effi ciency air conditioners should be located on the ceiling and use ceil-ing duct systems. Since our RV’s are poorly insulated compared to our homes maximizing effi ciency should be a major concern for designers.

The 12 VDC enters the furnace through a circuit breaker which limits the maximum current draw. This can also serve as combination on/off switch. The power then goes to the wall mounted thermostat which allows you to set the desired RV ambient temperature. This can be a simple analog device which uses a mercury switch. In newer RV’s, the thermostat is usually a digital unit which can be used to control all of the temperature appliances in the RV. This

could include multiple air conditioners, heat pumps, furnaces, heat strips and fans.

When the temperature gets below the set point, the contacts close and apply 12 volt power to both the circuit board and a heavy duty relay. The relay starts the air fl ow by applying power to the motor. Power is also applied to the circuit board, Figure (11), which controls timing, mo-tor functions and gas ignition. A furnace requires some special timing since we

are circulating air throughout the RV. The timing circuit keeps the blower

running for about 15 seconds to purge the combustion and air chamber. A sail switch is included, Figure (12), which monitors the interior air fl ow to insure that the burner cannot be lit unless air is circulating through the heat ducts.

With the sail switch closed, power will be supplied to the gas valve, Figure (13). Similar to the water heater “eco” a high temperature limit switch in series with the gas valve, Figure (14), and is normally in the closed position. If the furnace overheats, this switch will open and cut off the propane supply by remov-ing power from the gas valve solenoid.

Once the gas valve has opened the circuit board generates a high voltage which is used to automatically light the gas burner through a spark probe, Fig-ure (15). There are two types of spark generators each with a thermocouple, much the same as the water heater. Again the thermocouple must be in the fl ame in order to generate the millivolt signal that tells the circuit board to keep the gas valve open and thus the burner operating.

If the thermocouple does not detect a burning fl ame within 6 or 7 seconds, then the valve will automatically be turned off, effectively turning off the gas supply. After a 25 sec purge of gases and any leftover propane from the combustion

Figure (10) Circulation Blower

Figure (12) Furnace Sail Switch

Figure (8) Blower Motor

Figure (9) Combustion Blower Figure (11) Furnace Circuit Board

Figure (14) High Temperature Limit

Figure (15) Furnace Spark Probes

Figure (13) Furnace Gas Valve


chamber, the system will try again to light the burner. The burner is similar to the water heaters and also uses a jet to shape the gas for optimum heating.

As long as the thermostat is below the set point, the blower will continue to operate. So even if the burner has been turned off the blower will still be operating. To start the system again you must turn off the thermostat manually and then restart the furnace.

When the thermostat senses that the set point has reached the proper temperature, it will open the switch removing power from the ignition system and turning off the gas valve. The blower will run for about 90 seconds clearing out the air and combustion chamber and then automati-cally shut down the system.

Figure (16) illustrates a typical analog thermostat which is designed to control your furnace, air conditioner and if avail-able a heat strip. These new combination thermostats are nice because they use one temperature monitoring system (with sensor and temperature setting) that serves the entire climate needs for the RV.

Older RV’s have a simple thermostat which just handles only the furnace that is virtually identical to the older home units. These are inexpensive and avail-able at any hardware store. Older units have controls for the air conditioner and heat strip on the ceiling unit itself, with a manual temperature adjustment.

The most advance thermostats are the digital Climate Control Centers which provide control for all of the RV temperature related equipment. These can include multiple location sensors, air conditioner, furnace, heat pump and heat strip. There can be four different zones with a different set of climate control equipment in each zone. This one CCC allows you to monitor and adjust different temperatures for each piece of equipment in the RV. Once it is set up

correctly and you learn how to use it, the CCC, illustrated in Figure (17), provides the ultimate in RV comfort.

The wall unit is coupled to a control board installed in the front main air con-ditioner using a 4-wire telephone plug type cable. The control board has a set of dip switches which allows you to set-up each zone with its individual sensor and climate control equipment. You can have air conditioning in the front and heat in the rear at the same time.

The CCC converts its sensor inputs and desired equipment settings into a computer signal and feeds it into the control board computer. The control board converts the computer signals into analog voltages and operates a set of relays which are used to operate the physical equipment through contact closures. Essentially instead of you turn-ing off the furnace when it is getting too hot, you tell the CCC what temperature you want, it uses its computer to tell the control board computer to turn the furnace off or on for you. Fortunately this complex system is pretty reliable and trouble free.

TroubleshootingWhen troubleshooting for an electric

problem, make sure the tank gas supply valve is turned off. When you cycle the furnace for testing, it has built in time delays which will make sure you wait until any released propane or exhaust gases have been dissipated.

The furnace is much more reliable than the water heater because its electronics and major components are located inside

the RV and not exposed to moisture and dirt. However, it is also much harder to get to the components for testing or replacement. This means for many tests you will have to remove it from the RV. For older RV’s you remove the furnace from the inside. For newer models you usually remove it from the outside. In either case you must disconnect the gas line, electrical connections, several round ducts and remove mounting plates and sealing material on the outside furnace fl anges. Once you have decided which area might be causing the problem, thor-oughly check those accessible compo-nents before you remove the entire unit.

Nothing Works

1. Check the 12 volt source, circuit breaker, main input wire plug and particularly the ground lugs.

2. Check the heater circuit breaker and on/off switch. You can use several terminal lugs (which are accessible without removing the furnace) to see if 12 VDC is getting into the unit.

3. The motor relay has burned contacts or is burned out and is not feeding 12 volts to the motor. This prevents the motor from starting and with no air fl ow the sail switch will not turn on. Older units have a separate relay while newer furnaces have the relay as part of the circuit board.

Air is on but burner is off

1. Similar to the water heater the 12 volts must get to the gas valve so listen for the valve click about 15 seconds after the blower has turned on. The 12 volts must go through the thermostat, sail switch, temperature limit switch and fi nally the circuit board to get to the gas valve.

2. The thermostat should be checked next by setting it so that it calls for heat. Using the six pin plug, Figure (7), the wires on pins 2 and 5 are from the thermostat. If you short these together the gas valve should click and you should hear arcing from the spark probes. Of course only do this with the gas turned off. You can also

Figure (16) Analog Thermostat

Figure (17) CCC Digital Thermostat

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use an ohmmeter (should measure about 45 ohms) to see if the solenoid has continuity.

3. Check for 12 volts on the gas valve solenoid. If it is not present the sail switch is the next best candidate. You can usually get to this component and remove it for an easy ohmmeter test. Be sure to operate the sail during the test by pushing and holding it so the switch is in the on position.

Air and Gas Valve are OK

1. Similar to the water heater, the board may be defective and not generating the high voltage or the spark probe wires may not be close enough to-gether (1/8 inch).

Burner will not stay lit

1. Again check the position of the ther-mocouple in the fl ame or it may be defective.

2. If the thermocouple is good then you may have a defective circuit board.

Burner making loud noises

1. Air gas mixture incorrect or burner chamber has foreign material in it and needs to be cleaned.

Defective Thermostat

If you have either a four or fi ve button digital CCC and you have determined it might not be working correctly you are faced with a dilemma. Since it is es-sentially a computer and it is connected to another computer (control board mounted in the air conditioner), how do you know which end is bad? Or could the 4-pin telephone type connection between the computers be bad?

The fi rst step is to remove the ther-mostat from the wall and unplug the cable. This is a special cable and not a standard phone cable. Remove the air conditioner cover and unplug the CCC cable. Do an ohmmeter test to determine if any of the wires are broken or shorted. Especially check for shorts to ground. If you fi nd a problem you can make a new

cable, just make sure the wire color se-quence is confi gured as shown in Figure (18). You can also build a test cable to

make sure the built in wires are not shorted or broken. Home Depot has a phone cable kit for about $11 which has RJ11 plugs, the proper crimping tool and a good set of instructions.

If the cable is OK, the best op-tion you have is to connect a new CCC to the built

in cable and if the problem is still there the control board is defective. Other than fi nding a dealer or repair shop with Do-metic board testers (I have never found any repair shop with this equipment), I know of no other way to determine which component is bad.

If your furnace does not work and you or your service shop has determined that the problem is in the control board, it is most likely the control board furnace relay. This requires replacement of the complete board which is quite expensive. If everything else on your control board works, then you can just purchase an inexpensive house thermostat (less than $20), install it somewhere near the CCC and run two new wires from the furnace.

MaintenanceThe principle maintenance for the

furnace is to keep the burner area and the jet clean and remove any nests. At least once a year, check all of the wire connections and grounds. Also check the fl ange seals on the outside of the RV to make sure they are properly caulked. Periodically turn on the furnace during the summer months to make sure it is working. Most campers do not use the furnace very often but when it’s really needed, you don’t want any surprises.

continued next month

Figure (18) CCC Cable

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Helpful Ideas For ALL Airstreamers Auugust 2013 SIDRA SPIES

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August is here and summer is waning. It’s still hot and important that we don’t overdo. I have had two requests to repeat the article about the importance of drinking plenty of water. You can live for a long time without food, but only days without water. Drink Up!!!

ABOUT DRINKING WATER? Why it is so important to drink!!!

The following will probably amaze and startle you!

One glass of water shuts down midnight hunger pangs for almost 100% of the dieters studied in a University study. Lack of water is the #1 trigger of daytime fatigue. Preliminary research indicates that 8-10 glasses of water a day could significantly ease back and joint pain for up to 80% of sufferers. A mere 2% drop in body water can trigger fuzzy short-term memory, trouble with basic math, and difficulty focusing on the computer screen. Drinking 5 glasses of water daily decreases the risk of colon cancer by 45%, plus it can slash the risk of breast cancer by 79%, and one is 50% less likely to develop bladder cancer. Are you drinking the amount of water you should every day? (No kidding, all of the above are true...)

Of course, too much water may have strange side effects.

Sent in by David White, Unit 29

With the warmer weather, beware of the heat and not overdoing it. Also keep an eye out for family and friends so all remain safe. Listed here

are danger signs of overheating. Watch for someone looking nauseated, or oddly pale and clammy. These are early signs of heat exhaustion. Ask if they are OK, fan him and encourage him to move to a cooler spot and sit down. If his skin is red or he seems disoriented, he may be on the verge of heatstroke. Call 911 or flag down a ranger, lifeguard, police or fireman. ACT QUICKLY!!!

Not to be forgotten, WATCH OUT FOR YOUR PETS. Be sure they have plenty of water and shade.

Overheating (heat prostration) can kill an animal. Never leave an animal alone in a vehicle, since even with the windows open, a parked car, truck or van can quickly become a furnace. Parking in shade offers little protection, as the sun shifts during the day. When traveling, carry a gallon thermos filled with fresh, cold water.

Don’t force your animal to exercise after a meal in hot, humid weather. Always exercise him or her in the cool of the early morning or evening.

In extremely hot weather, don’t leave your dog standing on the street, and keep walks to a minimum. He is much closer to the hot asphalt and his body can heat up quickly. His paws can burn since they are not protected by shoes.

Never take an animal to the beach unless you can provide a shaded spot and plenty of fresh water for her to drink. Rinse her off after she has been in salt water.

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NORTH TEXAS AIRSTREAM COMMUNITY

Wanderers Welcome HereOur newest Airstream Park, the modern North Texas Airstream Community, Inc. (NTAC)

was founded by members of the North Texas Unit in 1991, just 22 years ago. Like most Airstream Parks, it is owned by its shareholders who annually elect a Board of Directors to run and manage day to day operations. Rich Luhr, Publisher of Airstream Life, described NTAC as; “it’s an Airstream Park on steroids,” when he last visited. He was impressed by the robust growth and vitality of the Park.

When you pull into the beautiful new Terraport, which offers 24 spaces for rallies and caravans, you can help yourself to a library, dog park, on-site coin laundry, free Wi-Fi, clubhouse, mail, fax & copy services, wide paved streets, potluck on Tuesday nights and other park amenities! NTAC is a 50 acre gated community with 154 sites located just off I-35 in historic Hillsboro, Texas. Hillsboro has a great regional hospital, community college, many nice restaurants, churches and an Outlet Mall. The park has permanent homes consisting of one and two story villas and one

story brick houses, most with built-in RV ports. Also, spacious RV lots with three point hookups. All villas and houses are custom built. The park is located conveniently between Dallas-Ft. Worth and Waco.

Wintering at NTAC is a Snowbird’s dream. “Winter Texan” rates are available for as little as $100/month.

Overnight parking is just $15.00, weekly rate is $90.00, monthly rate is $350.00.

YOU ARE INVITED to attend NTAC’s Second Annual Open House, October 20-22, 2013. Attendees at the Open House receive three nights FREE parking on the new Terraport, four FREE meals, guided tours of available villas, houses and lots, lunch at Hill College, power point

presentation, happy hours and this year special discount pricingon any NTAC owned lot (four at this writing). You can make your reservations by calling Office Manager Pat Lovelace at 254-582-5566. Visit the park online for more information, pictures and directions at: www.ntaci.org

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• Tennessee Cumberland Plateau Campground (TCPC)• Texas Airstream Harbor, Inc (TAHI)• Top of Georgia Airstream Park• Virginia Highland Haven• Washington Land Yacht Harbor

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Willie Mae Kennedy Celebrates 100th Birthday! by Donna Scott

Willie Mae Kennedy(5156)(Picture by Charles McFarland)

On May 13, an amazing lady celebrated her 100th birthday. Willie Mae Kennedy’s fun filled entertaining celebration was hosted by her great nieces and nephew. The party was held at the North Texas Airstream Community in Hillsboro, Texas where she resides. There were about 200 friends and relatives in attendance.

Willie Mae is a Charter Member of the North Texas Unit and a pastNTU President. She attends all NTU rallies held at NTAC and occasionally will stay in a hotel or cabin in order to attend an out of town rally.

She is active with her church activities, and plays games of forty-two, bridge and beanbag baseball at NTAC and in the community.

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at the 56th International Rally Huron, SDWill & Karen Kushto, WBCCI #2518

Keystone Pennsylvania Unit

The wonderful Host-to-Host Program pairs Airstreamers with local families in order to meet new people, share in the town & Airstream rally activities and in general, have fun. At the 56th Interna-tional Rally in Huron, SD, Larry & Kathy Warren, WBCCI #3995, enlisted eager Airstream volunteers while Bob & Carol Place sought out enthusiastic Huron families. To get acquainted, Bob & Carol invited small groups to their home for a social on the deck overlooking the beau-tiful James River. Will & I were paired with two great local families, Larry & Beth Picek and Arnie & Kris Claeys. They welcomed us into their homes, treated us like family, and introduced us to their friends. We shared an opening reception in the “Friendship Center”, happy hours, a concert in the park, the Airstream rally shows & activities, and a closing pot luck supper. Will met several new golfi ng buddies and tried out the local links. We strongly recommend the program and plan to volunteer again in Gillette, WY. It’s a great way to enhance the International Rally experience while being an Airstream ambassador.

Best of ShowArt Show Contest

Inabelle Sides, #2329, Region 3

Best of ShowPhoto Print Contest

Terrol Rogers, #296, Region 7

Closing Pot Luck Dinner Cake

Will Kushto, Bob & Carol Place, Karen Kushto, Kris & Arnie Claeys

Kathy & Larry Warren with Carol & Bob Place

Kathy Warren signing Will up for next year.


Gift and LegacyMost of us donate to charities because we believe in their missions and want them to do well

and to continue. Our Club is not a charity, but we do believe in the Club mission: Wally Byam Caravan Club International, Inc. is a diverse community of Airstream owners with a commitment to Fun, Fellowship and Adventure. Therefore, it is up to us to keep the Club strong for ourselves and for those who will follow us.

Gift and Legacy

___Yes, I/we would like to make a cash donation to WBCCI in the amount of $_________________

___Yes, I/we have named WBCCI in our will/trust.

_______________________________________________________________________ ______________My/Our Name(s) WBCCI#

_______________________________________________ ____________________ ______________My/Our Address State/Prov Zip

My/our gift is in honor of ______________________________________________________________________

My/our gift is in memory of ____________________________________________________________________

Please notify the following that I have made this gift:_________________________________________________________________________________________

I/We wish to designate the following for our gift:___WBCCI General Fund; ___Other ____________________________ ___I/We wish to make our gift anonymously

After completing this form, please mail it to WBCCI, PO Box 612, Jackson Center, OH 45334-0612. Thank you so much for your gift and for providing more security for our wonderful club now and in the future.

TWO WAYS TO GIVE1. A cash gift - you can designate someone you would like

to honor with this donation or make it in memory of someone and an acknowledgment will be sent upon request.

2. A gift through your will or trust.

LEVELS OF GIVINGAMAZING ALUMINUM...$1,000 to $4,999SHINING SILVER...$5,000 to $24,999WALLY’S GOLD...$25,000 or moreContributions to WBCCI are not tax-deductible.

YOU CAN HELP!Has your life been enhanced with Club activities such as rallies, caravans, friends and all sorts of new

adventures? If you’re like so many other people in the Club, you want to see these opportunities continue for a very long time. Over the many years of the Club, the International Board of Trustees has worked very hard to keep membership dues low. However, during economically challenging times, they have to make adjustments. If your WBCCI membership has enhanced your life, you can help keep our Club strong by giving a gift.

ALL donations will be recognized in the Blue Beret. Gifts of $1,000 or more will be placed on the “Friends of WBCCI” wall at headquarters.

Please complete the form below and mail to: WBCCIP.O. Box 612Jackson Center, OH 45334-0612


WALLY BYAM CARAVAN CLUB INTERNATIONAL, INC. 57TH INTERNATIONAL CONVENTION/RALLY

JUNE 28 - JULY 4, 2014 GILLETTE, WYOMING

REGISTRATION

Convention/Rally Fees for registrations received prior to January 1, 2014, will be $495 for couples, $395 for singles, and $125 for each additional adult. Convention/Rally fees for the first 1000 to register include 30 amp electricity, water, and sewer (No 3 amp electricity or generator section available).

Rally Fees received after January 1, 2014, will be $520.00 for couples, $420 for singles, and $135 for additional adults.Through the courtesy of Airstream, Inc., all members pre-registering on or before January 1, 2014, will be eligible to participate in a drawing for up to a total of $2,000.00 in awards. The award may be redeemed at any Airstream Dealership or at the Jackson Center Service Facility for parts and service.

Free parking in the Bull Pen, with no services, is permitted only for the one night before your parking date. Additional nights in Bull Pen parking prior to your parking date will be at the rate of $26.00/night, with no hook-ups.

FEE REFUND POLICY All convention/rally fee refund requests must be postmarked by May 15, 2014, and mustinclude the complete pass receipt. All cancellations will be assessed a $50.00 administrative fee. There will be no refunds if postmarked after May 15 except as approved by the International Rally Committee._________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Convention/Rally Parking Pass Receipts will be mailed beginning January 15, 2014.Make checks payable to: WBCCIMail to: WBCCI, P.O. Box 612, Jackson Center, OH 45334Canadian Checks must be stamped “US Funds”

-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------57th International Convention/Rally

Gillette, WyomingJune 28 - July 4, 2014

LAST NAME ____________________________________________ FIRST__________________________________WBCCI #_____________

SPOUSE_____________________________________

ADDRESS___________________________________________________________________________________________________________

CITY__________________________________________________________ST/PROV ________________________ ZIP__________________

RALLY FEES INCLUDE FULL HOOK-UPS (30 AMP ELECT, WATER , SEWER)Number Fees Fees Amount Mark boxes that apply:

prior to Jan. 1 after Jan. 1Airstream w/2 adults @ $495.00 @ $520.00 __________ First International Airstream w/1 adult @ $395.00 @ $420.00 __________ Staying Off Site Additional adult in Airstream @ $125.00 @ $135.00 __________ Bringing a Dog_____ Youth (Ages 4 - 19) @ $ 65.00 @ $ 65.00 __________ Vintage Parking

Youth after two full youth pmts: Handicap Parking_____Youth (Ages 4 - 19) @ FREE @ FREE Application on file at HeadquartersNot bringing Airstream Deduct $150.00 Deduct $150.00 __________WBCCI Life Members Deduct $ 5.00 Deduct $ 5.00 __________

TOTAL FEES INCLUDED $ __________

FEE REFUND POLICY All rally fee refund requests must be postmarked by May 15, 2014, and must include the complete pass receipt. All cancellations will be assessed a $50.00 administrative fee. There will be no refunds if postmarked after May 15 except as approved by the International Rally Committee.

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THE CIVIL WAR CARAVAN - REVISITING THE PAST

The third segment of the three-year American Civil war caravan came to a close on May 14, 2013. What compelled 25 people to sign up for all three years, eight for two years, and 16 joining in for the last segment? Could it be a love of history in general? Maybe it was a specifi c fascination with the Civil War. Maybe it was both with some other things mixed in. Whatever the motivation for joining the caravan, the grapevine tells us the 35 day caravan was well received!

High accolades were lavished on the park rangers, volunteers, and docents who interpreted battles and other places. These included Richmond, Petersburg, Pamplin Park, Sailor’s Creek, High Bridge, Appomattox, Lexington, Cedar Creek, Belle Grove, New Market, Antietam, Gettysburg, Lincoln’s Cottage, Manassas, Chancellorsville, Fredericksburg, Newport News, Hampton, Berkeley and Shirley Plantations, Fort Monroe, Lee Hall and Endview.

THE CIVIL WAR

IS OVER!

Marion Pember, Chairman, WBCCI Caravan PromotionsI know, you are going to tell me the Civil War has been over for a long time. If you are talking about the real war, you

are correct. Even so, from time to time I hear people say the South will rise again! What I am referring to is the Civil War Caravan that ran for three years. That might be stretching it somewhat. It did run for at least a month each year for three years running. It started in 2011 and the last segment ran this year, 2013. Ed and Beth Jones were the leaders all three years. What follows is information received from Beth.

WBCCI Civil War Caravan -photo by Dale Spillman, #15880

photo by Dale Spillman, #15880


photo by Dale Spillman, #15880

Civil War Cannons photo by H.V. Martin, #7588

These articulate historians made his-tory come alive for the caravaners. Their explicit explanations of successful or disastrous battle strategies. In museums and on plantations, they provided facts which made history come alive. Added insights also helped make the presenta-tions come alive. Park rangers caught in a “Stump the Ranger” game, answered fl awlessly questions from vociferous caravan Civil War history buffs. Hats off to the rangers!

Gettysburg received the most votes as the favorite stop. Even so, there were 11 other locations that received votes in that category.

A real plus to the caravan were the caravaners themselves. They personal-ized the caravan by telling family stories, reading of actual diaries or letters from ancestors who fought in the war, and a presentation on Clara Barton - a distant relative of one caravaner. Other activities included the preparation of a delicious tripod tented turkey roast dinner, a pre-sentation on the 20th Maine at Gettysburg, an open but guided discussion on the book Team of Rivals and a report on the Battle of the Volcano - California’s claim to fame in the War.

WONDERING ABOUT THE FUTURE

Now it’s me, Pember, back again. If you don’t recognize all the names mentioned, it provides a good reason

for you to either do a lot of research, or better yet, go on the three segments of the Civil War Caravan. Alas, that may be diffi cult to do. You see, Ed and Beth Jones will not be leading it again. But there is hope - I hope. Someone out there must be thinking this would be a great caravan to lead. Ed and Beth have all the contact information and materials ready to hand off to you. Here is how you take over this caravan, or at least get more information before making a decision. Call Ed and Beth at 703-780-6597 or email them at [email protected]. Then contact Chuck Kiple at 641-777-3288 or email [email protected]. Chuck is the National Caravan Chairman and you will need to discuss this with him. So you can’t be ready by 2014. It’s okay for the caravan to rest a year and be ready to start up again in 2015. Come on one of you Civil War buffs, step up to the plate! Even if you aren’t a Civil War buff, you can do it.

“Sunken Road” Antietam -photo by Dale Spillman, #15880 Gettysburg -photo by Dale Spillman, #15880


Co-chairs: Fred and Judy [email protected]

or 512-261-0122

Texas Highland Lakes Unit of WBCCI, sponsor of the National Texas Vintage Airstream Rally, is excited about holding its 8th such event in conjunction with the City of Gonzales, Texas’ annual “Come and Take It!” historical festival weekend on October 3-7, 2013.

Each year on the fi rst full weekend in October, Gonzales commemorates the fi ring of the fi rst shot for Texas freedom. The town comes alive for a three-day “Come & Take It!” event with a giant parade, carnival, street dances, food booths, biergarten, special music and entertainment, battle reenactment, arts and crafts booths, photography and art shows.

All owners of Airstreams – both vin-tage and newer models - are invited to join Texas Highland Lakes Unit to celebrate the history of Airstream and the history of Texas at Gonzales the fi rst weekend of October in 2013. Additional information and a registration form will be provided through www.THLU.org. For further information contact co-chairs: Fred and Judy Hazen at [email protected] or 512-261-0122.

Airstream History to Join Early Texas

History CelebrationTexas Vintage Airstream

RallyGonzales, TX

October 3 - 7, 2013

50th National Mardi Gras RallyUNO Lakefront Arena

New Orleans, LouisianaFebruary 26 - March 5, 2014

(7 nights)

By: Lonnie Carver

The Greater New Orleans Louisiana Unit invites you to attend the 50th National Mardi Gras Rally, February 26 - March 5, 2014, held at the University of New Orleans Lakefront Arena.

New Orleans is a wonderful city to visit at anytime! Rich in history and tradition, not to mention our wonderful cuisine and museums. Visiting New Orleans during our Mardi Gras season is the very best time to enjoy all that New Orleans offers. Our Unit is anxious to show you how the locals celebrate Mardi Gras. Attending the National Mardi Gras Rally is the best way to take advantage of all that New Orleans has to offer.

You will spend 7 nights in New Orleans on the campus of the University of New Orleans. The sites offer full hookups (water, 30/50 amp electric and sewer). We have a jam packed program for you to enjoy! You will view 10 parades in reserved seating. Coffee and continental breakfast each morning starting on February 28, 5 delicious New Orleans creole/Cajun meals. Visit the D-Day Museum and Mardi Gras World (where the Mardi Gras fl oats are made). Enjoy a River Boat cruise down the Mississippi River. Attend the New Orleans School of Cooking, where you will see a cooking demonstration and learn a little history of our wonderful food! Of course, you will get to eat the food that was prepared before your eyes! You can’t really visit New Orleans without experiencing a Mardi Gras Masquerade Ball, so join in the fun and merriment and plan on wearing a costume or Mardi Gras mask! Our ball will have dinner, dancing and of course some Mardi Gras entertainment! And yes, we will also have a King Cake Party! Transportation will be provided for all of the events during the Mardi Gras Rally. The fi rst evening, Wednesday, February 26, we will have a “get to know each other” Margarita party with plenty to eat and drink.

The Rally fee is $1200.00 for two ($740.00 for one), which includes parking, tickets for all events, transportation to and from all activities, 5 catered meals plus all the fun you can handle! If you want to arrive before February 26, early parking will be available starting on Monday, February 24. The early parking is $40.00 per night extra.

Our unit is so anxious to welcome you to New Orleans. Plan to join us for the National Mardi Gras Rally! We will show you a good time! For more info, feel free to contact Lonnie Carver, Ph. 504-957-9362 or email: [email protected] see the registration form located in the Blue Beret.

Laissez Bon Temp Rouler!!(Let the Good Times Roll!)

S T A N D B Y O N L Y


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Storytelling Special Event Rally

Jonesborough, TNOctober 3 - 7, 2013

Harry Herrmann Imbued with the natural beauty of Northeast Tennessee,

Jonesborough has played host to the National Storytelling Festival since its inception in 1973. Tucked away near the Blue Ridge and Great Smoky Mountains, Tennessee’s oldest town offers historic charm, modern services and small town hospitality. It is a storybook setting for three days of storytell-ing festivities. The picturesque place is where the storytelling revival began, and where thousands return each year to share the time-honored tradition.

Take advantage of early parking September 29 - October 2 at only $22.00 per night with full hook-ups. Come early and have time to do some touring in the East Tennessee, Southwest Virginia, and Eastern North Carolina area.

A must visit is the Gray Fossil Site only 2 miles from camp (discovered in 2000 and is one of the largest, deepest fossil sites in the world with fi nds of red panda, rhinos, camels, alligators, tapirs, saber-tooth tiger, elephant, etc.), tour Bristol International Speedway, attend a play at the famous Barter Theatre in Abingdon, Virginia, and have lunch at the historic Martha Washington Inn, take a day trip to Asheville, North Carolina to tour the Biltmore Mansion, visit Natural Tunnel, Virginia or visit the home of President Andrew Johnson with lunch at the historic General Morgan Inn in nearby Greeneville, Tennessee. We will be available to offer any guidance, suggestions or directions.

If you plan to come early, you will want to also get tickets for the Donald Davis performance on Wednesday evening, October 2. You can order those when you call for your fes-tival tickets. Mr. Davis is a retired Methodist minister and a favorite storyteller of many. If you have never heard him, you have missed a real treat.

Everyone is responsible for ordering their tickets to the festival. You can call 800-952-8392 (ext 221) or check online at www.storytellingcenter.net. Check the coupon section in the back for the registration form. We hope you will plan to come join us for this exciting event.

51st Annual Swiss Festival National Rally

Sugarcreek, OhioSeptember 21 - 29, 2013Hosted by Land-O-Lakes

of Ohio Unit

Joann Cubbison, RegistrationIt’s not too late to sign up for the Swiss Festival National

Rally. If you have ever thought you might want to attend, now is the year. Land-O-Lakes of Ohio Unit celebrated its 50th WBCCI National Rally last year and it was completely sold out. You don’t want to miss out on this rally. People keep coming back year after year.

You will park in Winklepleck Grove just outside of Sugar-creek for 8-9 days of fun & fellowship. There will be tours during the day through this beautiful Amish country and entertainment every evening. You will also want to take in those delicious home cooked Amish dinners in an Amish home or restaurant. There are also many gift and antique shops in nearby towns that you may want to visit. Winklepleck Grove overlooks a 27-hole golf course so you golfers may even want to take in a game of golf.

Thursday is a day in the park with a hobby show, fl ea mar-ket, golf tournament, horse shoeing, buggy rides, fresh popped popcorn all day, and homemade putt-putt ice cream being made right there in the park. You will also want to watch or help stir the ham & bean supper being cooked over the open fi re. The Amish school mothers will have homemade baked goods for sale to have along with those beans.

On Friday & Saturday, shuttle buses will take you into downtown Sugarcreek for the Swiss Festival festivities.

Clip the coupon in the back of this Blue Beret and mail it today. For further information contact Joann Cubbison, Reg-istration Chairman, Ph. 740-452-4311, cell 740-607-4233 or email [email protected].

CARAVANS ARE WELCOME


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Columbus Day & Canadian

Thanksgiving Rally

Provincetown, MAOctober 10 - 14, 2013

DottieWalbridgeThe Cape Cod Massachusetts Unit

announces the 5-day “Columbus Day & Canadian Thanksgiving Special Event Rally” in Provincetown, MA, on the tip of Cape Cod. This rally will be held the weekend of October 10-14, 2013, at the Coastal Acres Camping Court in Provincetown. This campground is within walking distance of downtown P’town. The rally celebrates Christopher Columbus for his successful voyage to the “New World” and for Canada’s Thanksgiving to celebrate a thriving harvest. The afternoons are free for you to tour P’town, area beaches, ride the bike trails, visit fl ea markets and the many gift shops, go on an optional whale watch, eat at local restaurants or just sit back and relax and enjoy “Ole Cape Cod.”

The highlight of this rally is the op-tional New England “Lobstah” dinner which includes: steamed clams, clam chowder, potato salad, corn on the cob and rolls. There is also a BBQ Chicken/BBQ Ribs option for those who do not want to partake of the lobster.

The rally fee includes camping for 4 nights, 2 full breakfasts, 2 continental breakfasts, and a dessert social.

Coastal Acres has W & E and a dump station. Early and late parking is avail-able for an additional fee.

Please note: This rally is located in a highly sought-after location and will sell out quickly. You will be notifi ed if you are assigned to the standby list. This year we are limited to a maximum of 30 Airstreams. A coupon is provided in this Blue Beret.

Sun Valley Jazz Jamboree Rally

River Run Ski Lodge Parking Lot

Ketchum, IdahoOctober 12 - 20, 2013

RB BerndSwing on over to the Sun Valley Jazz Jamboree Special Events Rally. This

happens during a glorious Indian Summer week in fabled Sun Valley, Idaho, nestled in the heart of the Sawtooth Mountains during the peak of autumn colors.

Over forty of the best Swing, Dixieland and Traditional Jazz groups from around the world take the stages daily in ten action packed venues from Wednesday, October 16, through Sunday, October 20. (By popular demand, the rally starts on Saturday the 12th). The music groups rotate through the venues. They play about 40 minutes at a venue, there is 20 minute break and a new group then performs. All this for your listening and dancing enjoyment to the sounds of ragtime, jazz, big band, and swing music and even Cajun from the streets of New Orleans, the Roaring ‘20s and the Big Band Era. Special events include a Pianorama, Tuba Tirade (that’s 6 or 7 Tubas - in concert (?), Marching Band Salute, a traditional Big Band Bash, a jazz worship service Sunday, impromptu jazz sessions, plus new events, all provided by jazz legends of today. The jamboree offers free shuttle bus service from our RV site to all music venues and downtown Ketchum. Most venues provide dance fl oors, food and drink. (See the web site at sunvalleyjazz.com).

Sun Valley and the surrounding Sawtooth Mountains comprise one of America’s premiere destinations, with a wealth of entertaining, educational, exciting activities in which to partake away from the music venues - all accessible and guaranteed to make your Rally stay most enjoyable and memorable.

RV parking (dry) is available beginning at noon Saturday, October 12, through Monday, October 21. Parking is adjacent to the magnifi cent River Run Lodge at the base of Baldy Mountain and overlooks the Big Wood River and the Wood River Valley biking and hiking trails system. RV’s must be self-contained, however free use of luxurious bathroom and shower facilities at the lodge (a short 3-minute walk) are available. Generators are allowed with quiet hour restrictions from 10 pm to 7 am. The parking fee for the entire week is only $30.

The Rally fee of $125 per person includes your Sun Valley Jazz Jamboree All-Events pass, Rally administrative fee, use of River Run accommodations, and free shuttle bus service. Parking is not included in the Rally Fee but paid separately. (See coupon). Volunteer opportunities are also available. All-Events Pass and parking fee costs will be refunded for volunteers who contribute about 12 hours of work. Ask us for details if interested. (The Jamboree organizers look forward to and plan on our help.)

We start the rally on Saturday afternoon (12th) to be there to watch the Trailing of the Sheep through Ketchum on Sunday and take in some of the Trailing of the Sheep Festival that weekend. Visit trailingofthesheep.org for more details. If you are not interested in these activities and just want the music, you can wait until Tuesday the 15th to come in. The price is the same.

Contact hosts R.B. or Zelma Bernd, WBCCI #306, 9101-39 Steilacoom Road SE, Olympia, WA 98513 or call us at 360-459-4342, e-mail [email protected], with any questions.


Vintage Airstream Club

Bob HermanContributing Editor

The above photo is from the New York Finger Lakes Rally. David (Mike) Clack made T-shirts from Brody’s drawing (below) and sold them to benefi t Make-A-Wish foundation. Between the shirts and two raffl es (fl ower arrangement and a basket containing wine, chocolate and other goodies), he made $370 for that charity.

The photo of the group are standing in front of Tye Mott’s trailer in Randolph, NY.-photo by Mike Clack and submitted by Melissa Craven Fowler

The New York Finger Lakes Unit and “Brody” Raise Money for the Make-a-Wish Foundation

VINTAGE RALLY:National Texas Vintage Rally, October 3-7, 2013, Gonza-

les, TX, contact Fred or Judy Hazen, [email protected] or 512-261-0122

Bob Herman, 407-810-5579 or email: [email protected]

This is part of the work paper used in Brody’s kindergarten class where he did the Airstream art work. We have a 30 foot classic.

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REGION 2 2 Pat McFadden, Contributing Editor http://region2.wbcci.net

Well, this is the August Edition of the Region 2 contribution to the Blue Beret, and by this time, the International Rally is history. The fi rst thing that must be said is: Thank You, Kathy and Gene, for the six years of service to our Region 2, for a job well done and greatly appreciated by all. While you can take some time off, don’t forget that your duties remain as an offi cer!!! And we all look forward to your continued advice and guidance. Enjoy your time on the road.

Also completed is the Pennsylvania State Rally held at Penn Wood Campground, and we all know that has to have been another huge success. As the summer continues, it is hoped that everyone is wearing out those tires and getting some valuable miles on our treasured Airstreams, and see the USA in so very special of a way. And, don’t forget to head for the beaches and see just how well New Jersey has come back from the “Super Storm Sandy”. As they are saying: “Stronger than the Storm”.

Before we know it, the fall season will be upon us and other special rallies and events will be right around the corner. The Ontario Canada Unit will be conducting their “Get Your Act Together Fall Rally” at the end of August in Drayton, Ontario, and the New Jersey State Rally is planned for September 20th thru the 22nd in Cape May, New Jersey. Other unit functions are also in the works, so check them out and have a great time on the road and meeting fellow Airstreamers around the country.

Finally, let me say that I am honored and humbled to have been elected president of Region 2: it has been a long journey. Many issues are upon all of us within WBCCI, and I hope that we can all contribute our time and talents for the betterment of WBCCI, and get the Club back on the track to greatness in every way. I am open to all that you have to say, and hope and trust that you will feel free to contact me and let me know what is on your mind and what you think we can do to improve, at every level. I need your support and your ideas: I am at your service.

Enjoy the rest of the summer, and I hope to see you down the road. And, thanks, Judy! And, thanks Fred and Sharon!

Rest in peace, Joey, you are missed already.

REGION 3 3 Joan Anderson, Contributing Editor http://region3.wbcci.net

Putting together a rally is a really big job – just ask anyone who has been involved. Whether it is a unit, state, region or international rally, it takes lots and lots of patience, perseverance and at least some previous experience to keep everyone and everything on track up to and during the event itself. While lots of us attend rallies and enjoy the fellowship, the food and the fun, just how many of us are working participants? Not all of the jobs require 100 percent of your time. Many jobs just last for only one meal, just one event or maybe even only for one hour! One of the greatest enjoyments of going to a rally can be working at the rally – getting involved, making friends, and having a sense of accomplishment at the conclusion. All these make and add to the rally’s event’s memories!

At the Region 3 Rally Round the Rock, held at the beautiful Stone Mountain Park near Atlanta, Jay and Elna Thompson, Dick and Judy Martiny and Matt and Beth Hackney can attest to the hours of planning and implementing that go into running a successful region rally. Many of the participants also volun-teered for the event. Arrival and parking, GAMs, breakfasts, grilling your own meals, tours, clean-up, fl ea market and table and chair set ups, seminars and much, much more required people giving a little of their time for the good of the event.

The volunteers/participants were asked: In three words or less, please describe an Airstream rally (unit, region or international rally):

Della Hoosier (Northern Virginia) – CamaraderieRon Allen (Florida) – Romantic, relaxing, invitingFran Perrucci (South Florida) - For the people!Alicia Rafter (Florida Treasure Coast) – Friends, fun, foodMax Joseph (South Florida) – Opportunity to expandGeorge James (Western North Carolina) – Great family fun!Ralph Uttech (Northern Virginia) – Organized informed funJohn and Dee Lloyd – (Eastern North Carolina) - Friends,

fun, memoriesMary and Joe Scudder – (Eastern North Carolina) – Quaint,

quality, intimateThe South Carolina Coastal Unit put their responses

together – Fun, healthy, fatteningFun, friends, food Aluminum, hardware, hitches Friends, fun, entertainment Fun, friendship, food Friends, fellowship, adventure Escape from reality!

REGION 4 4 Nancy Brett, Contributing Editor http://region4.wbcci.net

Greetings from Region 4!With the conclusion of the 56th International Rally in

Huron, Region 4 President Karin Kurkowski and First Mate Larry have “retired.” Region 4 members thank you for your six years of dedication and hard work.

Region 4 welcomes the 2013-2015 Offi cers: President Marjorie Lotz and First Mate Guy; First Vice President Gary Olinger and First Lady Shyrl; and new Second Vice President Don Hetzler and First Lady Marian. Please send them your newsletters and schedule of events. Incoming Presidents - it’s time to contact President Lotz for your fall installation.

There is still time to attend the Michigan State Rally August 7-11, in Frankenmuth. Please call Dave Brendel at 1-248-887-4687. There will be a tour of the St. Lorenz Lutheran Church in Frankenmuth which includes a museum and a log cabin replica. There is early parking on Tuesday, a Saturday breakfast and a catered dinner. The Michigan Rally is noted for its generosity and will be raising money for a local charity.

The 51st Swiss Festival National Rally, September 21-29, in Sugarcreek, Ohio, gives you the best in rallies - the fellowship of a nine day rally which includes a Day in the Park - bean soup over an open fi re and popcorn; nightly entertainment, local

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tours of old world crafts, wonderful cheese shops to visit, and great restaurants to enjoy. On Friday and Saturday, a shuttle bus ride will take you to the 61st Ohio Swiss Festival known for its entertainment, “The Throwing of the Stone,” kiddie parade and Grand Parade. Please contact Joann Cubbison for more information at [email protected] or phone 740-452-4311.

Remember to check the activities section in the Blue Beret for upcoming rallies and to reserve May 19-25, 2014, for the Region 4 Rally at the Allen County Fairgrounds, in Lima, Ohio.

Safe travels – see you down the road!

REGION 5 5 Patsy Marston, Contributing Editor http://region5.wbcci.net

Wasn’t it a great International? Unfortunately I did not attend, but I know it was a great International.

I’ve been to 15 and I know there is no such thing as a bad International Rally. Some are really hot, or really raining, or really muddy, or really dusty, but they all turn out to be a great time! The summer is halfway over when you are reading this, and the best camping season is ahead of us. Fall in Region 5 is beautiful and a wonderful time to be camping; I hope you take every advantage of it. I hope everyone received the email from President Barry Bell with the attachment about the Region Rally. It is certainly worth the time to read it. Sorta makes you want to go start packing the Airstream.

Barry and Karen are hoping you will be in the Blue Grass State with them in September. Barry sends this note to all:

Have you ever dreamed about having a Region Rally where the camp sites are as nice as you fi nd in a state park? Ever dreamed about visiting the state park lodge and enjoying award winning cuisine? Ever thought about having the use of a conference center for your enjoyment and entertainment?

Well, it is happening. Our Region 5 Rally is going to be held in a state park in Kentucky. Airstreams will be parked together in the campground amidst the trees. In addition to all the Region activities, you have full access to all the park amenities. The Region 5 Rally is in General Butler State Park in Carrollton, Kentucky, on September 11-15. It is preceded by the Computer and Mobile Technology Rally on September 8-10. Registration forms are in the Blue Beret, or you can register for the rally online by using this link - http://region5.wbcci.net/. Barry Bell

If you have slipped up on sending your registrations, don’t let that keep you at home. Y’all come, anyway.

Point to Ponder: Everyone is gifted, but some people never open the package.

REGION 6 6 Lonnie Carver, Contributing Editor

Another successful International Rally is over! What a great time everyone had in Huron, SD! Region 6 was well represented at International. Our Region hosted our annual Region Luncheon in Huron on July 1st.

All of the members of Region 6 would like to thank our outgoing President, Kathleen Hedgepeth, for all of her hard work and dedication to the Region. She did a fantastic job leading our Region the past two years...actually it’s been longer than that, she served the entire six year term, starting back in 2007 when she was installed as 2nd Vice President in Perry, Georgia. Wow, time fl ies when you are having fun. She is a great lady and we all wish her well in her future travels! I am counting on her to guide me through the next two years. I appreciate all of the help and support the Region has given me so far!

We all need to work to increase membership in our great club. Speaking of membership, congratulations to Helen Bourgeois, wife of our 1st Vice President Charles Bourgeois. She is the new WBCCI Membership Chairman, replacing Don McKelvay. Let’s all help Helen out and start recruiting new members!

Congratulations are also in order for Euna Ridenour, who is currently the Greater News Orleans LA Unit Treasurer. She has been asked by Jim Schwerdfeger to serve as International Recording Secretary in 2015-2016. We are all very proud of Euna and appreciate the dedication she and Hugh show to our great club! Way to go EUNA!!

Speaking of stepping up the plate and volunteering…we still are looking for a 2nd Vice President for Region 6. Yes, it’s work, (not too much!) and YES, it is lots of fun!! You get to meet so many wonderful folks in the Region, you will LOVE it! Please consider volunteering, we need you. Please contact myself or Charles Bourgeois if you are interested.

Safe travels everyone! See you down the road!!

REGION 7 7 Linda Agre, Contributing Editor http://region7.wbcci.net

Living in a B-VanBeing a widow who does not feel safe towing around a ’34

Classic Airstream with a slide and which weighed over 11,000 pounds by herself, I opted for a B-190 Airstream van. It’s my “running around” vehicle. It’s my “go to a rally” vehicle. It’s my “winter home” (January thru April), except for this year in which the winter in Minnesota extended a little longer.

Now anyone who has owned a B-van will agree with me. B-vans are fun! Besides you meet the most interesting people. The ones that come up to you in the RV park and say, “You don’t live in that thing, do you?” “May we take a peek?” “Why it even has a bathroom?” Believe me the B-van is good for a laugh. Sometimes I even get invited to Happy Hour or invited to go shopping. I have to be very careful when I go shopping. I can only purchase things that will fi t.

It has taken me a couple of trips, rallies, and caravans to downsize the number of “things” I take with me. You can dry off after a shower with a hand towel instead of a bath towel. Four hand towels replace 1 bath towel. You only need two forks, two spoons & two knives. For company? No room to entertain guests. One fork, spoon, & knife for breakfast and one fork, spoon & knife for dinner. You know you only do dishes once a day or maybe every other day, and you never turn down the chance to eat out.



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Now being a woman who likes clothes and shoes, and I love shoes, now there is a problem! I did get that one fi gured out, take two pair with you and if you need another pair, go out and buy them.

Dirty clothes?? What and where do you store dirty clothes? The problem is not enough clothes to last, the problem is where to keep the dirty ones? Can anyone in the B-van community help me out? Where do you put the dirty clothes?

Wave when you meet a B-van, is just might be me. See you down the road from anywhere it is above 65 degrees.

P.S. Did I mention I’m full time and love it?

REGION 88 Leonard & Betty Sullivan,

Contributing Editors, http://region8.wbcci.net

A declaration is in order that Fred Steurer has completed an outstanding, exemplary tenure as Region 8 President! Everyone who has attended the last two region rallies will recall the good facilities, the unique entertainment which was lots of fun, plus the food was gr-gr-great! Dottie, of course, was a superb helpmate and her creative touch and hard work could easily be seen throughout the planning and running of the region rallies. A good job, well done can be said to both Fred and Dottie!

Certainly, as usual, we have a challenge to membership. Some units have become small enough the multiple tasks to keep the unit running has become a stalwart endeavor for those willing to do the job. A big thank you is in order for those who have done so much for everyone’s benefi t. And for those of you with health issues, we thank you for all that you have given to create fun and fellowship in the unit. We all know of such hard-working members, please give them an appreciative hug!

This fall many interesting rallies are planned in Region 8. The rallies are like being with family, good food, plenty of laughs and a time to catch up with good friends. If you are new to Airstreaming, attending rallies is a way to learn “tips and fi xes” for your Airstream. Remember you are always welcome at any unit rally in any region of WBCCI. Always try to let the host know you are coming. Attendance at such rallies is a way to explore different areas of our country.

Region 8 is “Streamin’ to the North Star of Missouri, Kirksville” this next April for our region rally. Those who have gone to the Missouri State Rally in Kirksville, say it is a good place for a rally. We have a great building, water and electric parking sites, and we are planning for you to have great food, entertainment, fun and fellowship. If you have a hobby, collectibles, quilts, crafts or whatever to share with others, we are planning a “Show and Tell” time. Bring your stuff and share!

We enjoy reading your unit newsletters. We can be reached by e-mail if you have anything you wish to communicate.

REGION 9 9 Andy Selking, 1st Vice President http://www.region9.wbcci.net

Region 9 was well represented in Huron at the WBCCI International Rally. A big thanks to the many of you who worked various jobs at the rally including Welcome Com-mittee, Verifi cation Committee, Water Committee, Sanitation Committee, Photography, Offi ce Work and many more jobs I haven’t mentioned. The rally was a huge success because of all the volunteers that logged in many hours. It was especially fun to see Past Region 9 President and First Lady, Doug and Sheryl Wylie, welcome us when we came in.

The WBCCI band and choir were both fortunate to have many Region 9 members within their ranks. Good job musi-cians. The music you provided added greatly to the enjoy-ment of the rally.

A great time was had by all at the Region 9 luncheon. Good food and good friends, that’s the Airstream way. And it is always fun to meet with fellow Region Niners and discuss how hot it’s going to be when we head back south.

I was very proud to represent the great states of Oklahoma and Texas at the rally. I met lots of people from all over, but didn’t have any problem bragging about Region 9 and all that happens there. I invited many I met to come visit us in Region 9 and promised them we would show them a good time.

If you were not able to attend this year’s International Rally, please consider joining us next year in Gillette. I know you will have a good time and make some new friends. Our circle of friends grows larger every year we go.

Where Airstreamers gather, fun happens!See you down the road!

REGION 11 11 L. Lawson, Contributing Editor http://region11.wbcci.net

The end-of-summer winds make people restless.~ Sebastian Faulks

Denver Unit, Jaws, Awe & “A Little” Spas Rally, Lake City, CO, August 22 - 25, 2013

The Denco Unit brings us this aquatic-themed gathering at Woodlake Park Campground on Highway 149 in Lake City. Space is limited, so register sooner! Enjoy fi shing, spa-ing, scenery, and history on the Lake Fork of the Gunnison River.

To register, contact hosts Pat & Tamara Phalen [email protected] 303.940.7475

If you are hosting an upcoming Airstream rally or event in Region 11 that you would like to promote in this section of the Blue Beret, please send details to [email protected] 55 days before the fi rst of that month’s issue!


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REGION 12 12 Kia Kelley-Johnson, Contributing Editor http://region12.wbcci.net

When was the last time you looked at Region 12 Event Schedule in the Blue Beret? Our Region 12, California and Nevada, has some of the west’s best camping experiences. No matter what time of year you go, or where you decide to go, from the Sierra’s mountains, to the beautiful scenic deserts or the coast and inland valleys, we’ve got it all.

Stepping out of our comfort zone can be challenging. By the time you read this, three Region 12 units decided to try out a dry-campout in June. Experienced dry-campers helped out the newbies. Now that is camping in the tradition and spirit of Wally Byam. I’m sure there will be some great stories from that multi-unit rally.

And more changes coming: news that the HOBO rally held in February each year will have its last year in 2014. This provides an opportunity to rebrand and update this event starting with the new location in Victorville, CA. This will also give our region a rally in the spring and a rally in the fall.

Don’t forget to register (and bring your wine glass) for the “Silver Among the Vines” Rally in Lodi, October 10-15, 2013.

Rose Parade is on again for December 28, 2013 to January 1, 2014. The school district parking lot has been reserved. This is the Rose Parade’s 125th year and this year’s theme is “Dreams Come True”.

Lastly, Region 12 wishes to send Connie Squires a big round of applause for writing this column for the last three years. She did an outstanding job of providing interesting information about Region 12. Thanks Connie.

If you’re on Facebook, check us out at: http://www.face-book.com/groups/wbcciregion12/

In MemoriamThe offi cers and members of

Wally Byam Caravan Club International, Inc.express their sympathy to the families and

friends of these departed members.

Boyd, James (124-ON, Canada) .................#4839Caley, Nelson (081-OH) ...............................#3053Chatelain, Barbara (128-LA) .....................#19830 PFL Louisiana Acadiana UnitDahl, Hans (112-WA) ..................................#15931Duckett, Barbara (162-FL) ...........................#5091 PFL Florida Treasure Coast UnitFodor, Joseph (068-NJ) .............................#14516 Pres. Watchung New Jersey UnitFord, Marjorie (002-NY) .................................#291 PFL Region 2Garrett, Lionel (124-ON, Canada) ...............#3262Gartman, John (104-TX) PP Texas Hill Country UnitHinsley, Melvyn (095-TN) ..........................#21707 PP Tennessee UnitJohnson, Joyce (038-FL) ............................#9938Komen, Mary (112-WA) ..............................#29550Martin, Philip (167-MA) ..............................#12527 PP Cape Cod Massachusetts UnitSmith, F. Philip (166-MD) .............................#5549 PP Central Maryland UnitSmith, Jean (112-WA) ..................................#5929

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Justin Humphreys

Greetings from your extended Airstream family here in Jackson Center, OH! I hope this article fi nds you out and about in your Airstream enjoying this beautiful country of ours this summer!

It was great to see so many of you at the International Rally in Huron, SD. As always, everyone made us feel right at home. I want to personally thank John and Sandie Boutwell for their service to the club this past year as President and First Lady. As many of you know, John stepped up to the role as President a year earlier than expected and did so with a great attitude. I enjoyed working with him over the past year and getting to spend some quality time with both John and Sandie. They are great people and I won’t soon forget all they have done for both Airstream and me. Thank you John and Sandie!

In addition to myself, my boss, Bob Wheeler, CEO and President of Airstream, also joined me at the International Rally. Bob and I had a chance to present to the group during the rally and provide an update of Airstream. I appreciate the WBCCI giving

us the opportunity to speak to everyone. In addition to the presentation, Bob and I were able to mingle with many club members in the rally park. To our delight, many customers gave us a tour of their Airstream and what they have done to personalize their trailer. It never ceases to amaze me how creative and resourceful our customers are when personalizing their Airstream!

During the rally, our dealer from Anoka, MN, Shorewood RV, displayed new Airstreams. I want to thank the General Manager of Shorewood RV, Jeff Nobbe, for taking time away from his busy dealership this time of year to support the WBCCI Rally. It was great having Jeff and his team during the rally and his support was very much appreciated by all. Thank you Shorewood RV!

Since the last time I wrote, Airstream has been very busy! In the middle of May, we had our National Dealer Meeting in Reno, NV. It was a very successful dealer meeting. The National Dealer Meeting affords us the oppor-tunity to strengthen relationships with our dealers and to understand what our dealers need in selling and servicing Airstreams. Once we got back from the dealer meeting, the Alumapalooza rally came to Jackson Center. The rally had over 140 Airstreams in attendance and allowed for a lot of interaction between Airstream employees and our customers. I’d like to thank Arbogast RV out of Troy, OH, for supporting the event with several trailers on display for Airstreamers to see.

We have increased production one more time and have been hiring quite a few people. Airstream began the year with about 335 employees, but that has grown to approximately 400 employees. It is great to see so many new faces in the plant. It is because of customers like you who are passionate about Airstream that we are able to have the best job in the world of producing the most iconic trailer on the road. We love what we do and want to thank each of you for the opportunity to do it every day!

On behalf of 400 hard working families in Jackson Center, OH, we appreciate your passion for our products. It means the world to all of us!

Safe travels and Happy Airstreaming!!!

Justin Humphreys


Dave Schumann, General ManagerCustomer Relations Group

Thanks to everyone that stopped by the booth at the Rally to say hello and share information. I love the feedback and the challenge of “TRYING” to answer your questions. Hope to see ev-eryone again next year in Gillette, WY.

Something’s got to give!Another one bites the dust...we had

a window shatter in the door of our 28 ft. trailer. This happened during an end of day wash - blazing hot glass and cool water - and blamo! The window shattered.

Note to self: trailers to be washed in the morning or after dark only!

A customer recently sent me this note about a window in their 2013 Airstream. Whenever I give a seminar concerning exterior maintenance, I always go over some basic rules such as: never wash the trailer in direct sun or in the heat of the day. Wash when trailer surface temperatures are cooler, such as early morning or early evening when possible. Many times I get

the impression from the audience that they are not buying into the need to be cau-tious about high surface temperatures on the aluminum and glass on their Airstream.

One reason we suggest washing when cooler is to avoid water spots from the rapid drying of water on the warmer surfaces which can leave mineral deposits. Water spots can be hard to remove if left on for long periods without cleaning.

Other reasons to be cautious are the expansion and contraction of the aluminum and glass used on your Airstream.

What would cause the glass to break? Here is an explanation I found on Yahoo Answers that I believe helps explain some possibilities.

Glass will break when internal stresses are set up which can cause the glass to fracture. These stresses are set up when the temperature of the glass is not uniform from one area to another of the glass. So, it is not so much a function of the temperature as the speed of a change in temperature which makes certain parts hotter or cooler than others.

If you heat up a piece of glass very, very slowly, you can bring it to an extremely high temperature without any ill effects. Similarly, if you cool it very slowly there will be no ill effects. However, if you heat it or cool it very quickly, it could break.

Shatt ered main door glass from sudden temperature change - rare occurrence, but it does happen.

WBCCI Internati onal Rally, Huron, South Dakota

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If you have a topic for this column, please send your suggestions to:

Dave Schumann, Airstream, Inc., 419 W. Pike Street, Jackson Center, OH 45334

If your topic is published, you will receive a “Schu’s News” t-shirt!

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That is the general principle. Whether the fracture will occur depends on the glass and the extremes to which the glass is subjected. For example, Pyrex is specifi cally manufactured to withstand sudden, rapid temperature changes or by extreme heating of one section of the glass but not the rest. Also, modest temperature changes will not create the stress levels needed to cause breakage, and very thin glass will usually cool or heat more evenly since the heat has a chance to dissipate more quickly and evenly.

Glass with imperfections, small fractures or under pressure is more prone to break under extreme temperature changes. The thicker the glass the more susceptible it is to temperature variations.

Glass breaking due to temperature variations while washing your Airstream is not common, but it can happen.

Windshield Wiper Blades

A customer asked me at the Rally about the correct wiper blades for his 2004 Land Yacht Motor Home. He stated he had problems fi nding replacement blades that fi t the contour of his windshield. The wiper blades for a 2004 Land Yacht are 28 inches long. They are a Trico product. The Airstream part number is 511419-105 for a complete assembly (arm and blade). The blades are $33.05 each, meaning you will need to purchase two of them per Motor Home. I have had customers that have been able to fi nd replacement blades at NAPA automotive stores.

What’s new? Stainless Steel External Shower Compartment

Airstream Service Department/Store has come up with an aftermarket stainless steel option for External shower compart-ment used on our Airstream trailers.

The compartment can be purchased through your local Airstream Dealer or our online store at www.airstream.com.

Airstream Part Number: 39768W

Grandma’s AgeA little boy asked his grandmother how old she was.“39 and holding,” she replied.“Well, then, how old would you be if you let go?”

Have a great month and we will see you on down the road!

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This itinerary may be changed or modified at any time without advance notice at the will of the caravan travel consultants. This itinerary is theexclusive property of Overseas RV Camping Caravans. Although the consultants have made every effort to provide accurate, up-to-dateinformation they accept no responsibility for loss, injury or inconvenience from unplanned sightseeing occurring to any person as the result ofusing this information.

ITINERARY FOR THE 40 DAY ITALY, ALPS & THEMEDITERRANEAN CARAVAN IN THE SPRING OF 2014

AIRSTREAM’S

Overseas RV Camping CaravansJim & Sally Elmlinger, Caravan Travel Consultants

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Caravanning doesn’t get any better than this!

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Held In sunny warm Tucson, AZ

at Lazydays RV Resort

From February 4th to 9th 2014 Trailer with one adult (5 nights) $345.00 _____________

5 nights arriving on Feb 4th

Additional Adult in same trailer $120.00 _____________

Number of kids #________ X $55.00 _____________

For seminars, entertainment and meals only (No Campsite):

Walk in attendance, per person $120.00 _____________

Alumafiesta Mens T-Shirt

S M L XL XXL $20.00 _____________

Alumafiesta Womens T-Shirt

S M L XL $20.00 _____________

Want more than one? Just note it here and do the math!

Make checks payable to “Alumafiesta” Plan for 5 fun filled days in the warm Tucson area. We will

TOTAL DUE (payable by check or Credit Card) _____________ take you places you never knew existed, teach you about

about the Desert Southwest and make you feel like a kid

Payment received ☐ (staff use only) ____________ Again! Register today!

First Attendee Name _____________________________Second Attendee Name _____________________________________ Kid Name(s) ______________________________ _____________________________________ ________________________ Cardholder Name ______________________________________ Card Number ______________________________________

Security Code ____________ Expiration Date ________________ The address below is your billing address; if mailing address is different please let us know; email address is important for updates!

Address______________________________________________ City/State/ZIP __________________________________

Home Phone _________________________________________ Cell Phone _____________________________________

Email Address________________________________________ Trailer or Motorhome Model _______________________

Mail it to: R&B Events LLC, 3959 Van Dyke Road #295, Lutz FL 33558 Checks made payable to R&B Events.

Or you can register on line at www.alumafiesta.com A few things you should know: Taking photography or video for commercial purposes at the event is prohibited without express written permission of Airstream Inc. and R&B Events LLC. No refunds (whole or part) for late arrival. If you must cancel, please note that refunds are limited by our published refund policy on our web sites for the event. We strongly recommend investigating trip cancellation insurance if you might have to cancel at a late date. Refunds will be made to the credit card or PayPal account that was originally used to make the payment. Please note that t-shirts and other merchandise orders are not returnable or refundable. Alumafiesta is a production of R&B Events LLC. By registering for and attending this event you agree to hold R&B Events LLC, Airstream Inc., Church Street Publishing Inc., organizers, volunteers, and sponsors of the event harmless for any damages, losses, or injuries that you may incur while attending the event. Please check our website for insurance recommendations.

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Trailer with two adults (5 nights) $335.00 _____________ First attendee name ______________________________

OR

Trailer with one adult (5 nights) $265.00 _____________ Second attendee name ___________________________

Handicapped space request $100.00 _____________ Limited space available, preregistration REQUIRED

Includes 30 AMP Power

30 AMP Power Upgrade $100.00 _____________ Limited to availability!

Kids under 15 years old $FREE # of Kids_____ Kids Names _____________________________________

EXTRAS

Alumaflamingo T-Shirt S M L XL $20.00 ______________ Womens cut Want more Shirts, just note it here, we will

Take care of it for you!

Alumaflamingo T-Shirt S M L XL XXL $20.00 ______________ Mens cut

Subtotal _______________

Florida State Sales tax (Subtotal X .07) _______________

TOTAL DUE ______________ You can pay by Check or Credit Card

Cardholder Name ______________________________________ Card Number ___________________________________

Expiration Date ________________ Security Code __________

If Billing address is different than below, please note it here:

Address______________________________________________ City/State/ZIP __________________________________

Home Phone _________________________________________ Cell Phone _____________________________________

Email Address________________________________________ Trailer or Motorhome Model _______________________

Mail it to: Alumaflamingo, 3959 Van Dyke Road #295, Lutz FL 33558

Or you can register on line at www.alumaflamingo.comA few things you should know: Taking photography or video for commercial purposes at the event is prohibited without express written permission of R&B Events LLC. No refunds (whole or part) for late arrival. If you must cancel, please note that refunds are limited by our published refund policy. Registrations canceled with refund before November 1, 2013 will be charged a $25 cancellation fee per group (not per person). Cancellations received in November 2013 will be charged $75. Cancellations received from December 1,2013 through January 31, 2014 will be charged $150.00 per group. Credit can be transferred to an upcoming event with a $25.00 fee as long as cancellation is received BEFORE the event starts.

IMPORTANT: No refunds will be issued for cancellation after January 1, 2014 for any reason.

We strongly recommend investigating trip cancellation insurance if you might have to cancel at a late date. Refunds will be made to the credit card or PayPal account that was originally used to make the payment. Please note that t-shirts and other merchandise orders are not returnable or refundable. Alumaflamingo is a production of R&B Events LLC. By registering for and attending this event you agree to hold R&B Events LLC, Airstream Inc., Church Street Publishing Inc., organizers, volunteers, and sponsors of the event harmless for any damages, losses, or injuries that you may incur while attending the event. Please check our website for insurance recommendations.

Held at the The Sarasota County

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2014

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INTERNATIONALCONVENTION/RALLY

2014Jan 5-11 IBT Rally, Rayne, LouisianaJun 28-Jul 4 2014 International Convention/Rally, Gillette, Wyoming

NATIONAL RALLIESAug 7-11 Potlatch & Salmon, Lacey, WASep 9-15 Pendleton Roundup, Pendleton, ORSep 21-29 Swiss Festival, Sugarcreek, OHSep 23-27 Antelope, Medicine Bow, WYOct 3-7 TX Vintage Rally, Gonzales, TXOct 4-8 Balloon Fiesta, Albuquerque, NM

SPECIAL EVENT RALLIESAug 1-4 Montana Wild West Fest, Missoula, MT - New Dates &

LocationAug 4-10 Galax Fiddlers Convention, Galax, VASep 5-8 Old Threshers, Yuma, COOct No Tall Stacks & Turkey till 2014 Cincinnati, OH & Brookville, INOct 3-7 Storytelling Festival Rally, Jonesborough, TNOct 4-8 Balloon Fiesta, Albuquerque, NMOct 10-14 Canadian Thanksgiving & Columbus Day Rally Provincetown, MAOct 12-20 Sun Valley Jazz Festival, Ketchum, IDDec 28-Jan 1, 2014 Rose Parade Rally, Pasadena, CA

NATIONAL CARAVANS2013Jul 8-Aug 23 N-42-F STANDBY ONLY The Maple Leaf Trail

Caravan - Leader: Leach Ph. 281-536-6185Jul 11-Sep 6 N-42-B STANDBY ONLY The Viking Trail - Leader:

Carnein Ph. 623-974-4762Aug 1-15 N-42-K Fly, Drive Alaska - Leader: Matkovich Ph. 708-567-4686Aug 22-Oct 14 N-42-E1 Southwest Adventure - Leaders: Thompson Ph. 850-766-0036 / Montague Ph. 850-212-3726Aug 26-Oct 20 N-42-E2 Southwest Adventure - Leader: Glassey Ph. 206-605-2986Oct 20-Nov 15 N-42-I STANDBY ONLY Where Da Heck is

Chokoloskee? Leader: Courtney Ph. 513-325-02192014Feb-Mar N-43-K Florida Fantasy - Leader: Skipper Ph. 850-528-0437Mar-Apr N-43-M Georgia Plantations - Leaders: Thompson Ph. 850-766-0036/Montague Ph. 850-212-3726Apr 24-May 15 N-43-A STANDBY ONLY Springtime in Kentucky -

Leader: Wilson Ph. 270-782-6554 or 270-792-3814Jun 2-22 N-43-N Taste of the Blue Ridge - Leader: Matkovich Ph. 708-246-8309 or 708-567-4686Jul 6-Aug 22 N-43-C STANDBY ONLY National Landmarks West -

Leader: Glassey Ph. 360-459-5608Jul 12-Sep 12 N-43-G Alyeska, the Great Land - Leader: Johnjulio Ph. 216-533-1752 or 216-533-1752Aug 25-Oct 15 N-43-J STANDBY ONLY Southwest Adventure -

Leader: Glassey Ph. 360-459-5608

Sep 7-Oct 5 N-43-I Watch it Made in the USA - Leader: Hilton Ph. 352-205-9928Sep 10-Oct 10 N-43-B The Great River Road - Leader: Andrzejewski Ph. 603-770-1609Sep 22-Oct 25 N-43-L Gone to Texas - Leaders: Snow Ph. 832-217- 4508 / Kindle Ph. 713-907-4624Oct 7-Nov 15 N-43-D Southeast Coast Spectacular - Leader: Carnein Ph. 623-974-4762Oct 19-Nov 14 N-43-O Where Da Heck is Chokoloskee? - Leader:

Courtney Ph. 513-325-02192015 N-44-A Viking Trail Caravan - Leader: Carnein N-44-B Golf-N-Around - Leader: Skipper

REGION CARAVANSAug 27-Sep 9 R-282 Island Treasurers Caravan - Leaders: Van

Iderstine/McGill Region 10

UNIT CARAVANSAug 5-23 U-406 Lake Superior Circle Tour - Leader: Mattila,

Ontario Canada UnitSep 14-Oct 5 U-408 Autumn with the Anasazi - Leader: Collins,

Idaho Unit


REGION 11 Region 1 Website: http://region1.wbcci.net

Aug 8-11 Region 1 Rally “Puttin’ on the Airs”, Berlin, CTOct 10-14 Canadian Thanksgiving & Columbus Day Rally Provincetown, MA

Cape Cod Massachusetts Unit - www.capecod.wbcci.netAug 8-11 Region 1 Rally “Puttin’ on the Airs”, Berlin Lions Club

FG, East Berlin, CT, Ray Richard 203-804-3732, email: [email protected]

Aug 23-25 Chocolate Lovers Rally II, Deer Run RV Resort, Schaghticoke, NY, Deer Run Dr. from Rte. 67 nearby Mechanicville, NY, Rich Walbridge 781-254-6399, email: [email protected]

Sep 6-8 Campin’ on the Cape Business Meeting/Installation Rally, Barnstable Cty FG, 1220 Nathan Ellis Hwy., East Falmouth, MA, on Rte. 151 (Nathan Ellis Hwy.) between Rte 28 & Rte 6, Rich Walbridge 781-254-6399, email: [email protected]

Charter Oak Connecticut Unit - www.connecticut.wbcci.netAug 8-11 Region 1 Rally, Berlin FG, 480 Beckley Rd., East Berlin,

CT, Ray Richard 203-804-3732, email: [email protected]

Aug 23-25 Joint Rally w/New York Finger Lakes, Cape Cod Massachusetts Units, Deer Run CG, 200 Deer Run Dr., Schaghticoke, NY, Fran Ingallinera 860-874-7700, email: [email protected]

Sep 6-8 Rendezvous, Fisherman’s Memorial State Park, Rt. 108, 1011 Point Judith Rd., Narragansett, RI, Bard Fuller 860-621-9246, email: [email protected]

Sep 15-22 Adirondack Balloon Festival Rally, Floyd Bennet Memorial Airport, Queensbury, NY, Charlie Wilson 203-240-3019, email: [email protected]

New England Unit - http://newengland.wbcci.netAug 8-11 Region 1 Rally, Berlin FG, Berlin, CT, Ray Richard 203-

804-3732, email: [email protected] 30-Sep 2 Great Outdoor Adventure Rendezvous, Androscoggin

River, Bethel, ME, Brian Platt 978-388-5620, email: [email protected]

Sep 20-22 Business Meeting/Installation Rally, Lake Forest CG, East Wakefi eld, NH, J. Rick Cipot 203-743-7664, email: [email protected]

Quebec Canada Unit - http://pages.infi nit.net/wbcciAug 8-11 Region 1 Rally, Berlin Lions Club FG, 430 Beckley Rd.,

East Berlin, CT, Ray Richard 203-804-3732, email: [email protected]

Sep 13-15 Installation Rally, 1140 Chemin Louis Garneau, Yamachiche, QC, Peter Kenny 819-669-3607, email: [email protected]

White Mountains New Hampshire Unit - wmu0065.wbcci.netAug 8-11 Region 1 Rally “Puttin’ on the Airs”, Berlin Lions Club

FG, East Berlin, CT, Ray Richard 203-804-3732, email: [email protected]

Aug 22-26 Buddies on Button Bay Rally, Button Bay State Park, Vergennes, VT, Jerry Carruba 802-485-3792, email: [email protected]

Sep 18-29 Mountaineers to Seashore Caravan/Business Meeting, from Holden, ME & returning to Fryeburg, ME, Franklin Sanders 802-767-3611, email: [email protected]

Sep 30-Oct 3 Fryeburg Fair Rendezvous (extension of caravan), Fryeburg, ME, Jerry Carruba 802-485-3792, email: [email protected]

REGION 22

Region 2 Website: http://region2.wbcci.net

Jul 31-Aug 4 PA State Rally, Limestone, PASep 19-22 NJ State Rally, Cape May Courthouse, NJSep 26-29 NY State Rally, New Paltz, NY

Al-Mon-O Pennsylvania Unit http://al-mon-o.wbcci.netJul 31-Aug 4 PA State Rally, Penn Wood Airstream Park, 4 mi. S on SR

66 from exit 64 I-80Sep 27-29 Rally, Maple Spring CG, “The Deer Hunter”, Harrisville, PA,

Bernie Solomon 724-863-1456

Berkshire New York UnitAug TBA Picnic, Barbara Bondar 845-679-9238, email: jazzladyb@

hvc.rr.comSep TBA Picnic, M. Russell 845-266-3177, email: maggieder@

earthlink.net

Central Maryland Unit –http://centralmarylandunit166.wbcci.netAug 17 Luncheon Noon, Hellas Rest., 8498 Veterans Hwy.,

Millersville, MD, Jan Hartig 301-464-2636, email: [email protected]

Sep 6-8 Delaware State Samboree, Delaware State FG, Harrington, DE, Dale Hartig 301-464-2632, email: [email protected]

Central Pennsylvania Unit –http://centralpennunitwbcci.blogspot.comJul 31-Aug 4 PA State Rally, Penn Wood CG, PA Unit Doug Field 724-

834-1031/814-764-5936, email: dfi [email protected]/Jason Smeed 814-764-6448, email: [email protected]

Aug TBA Rally, Dennis Ober 717-572-8335, email: [email protected]

Delaware Valley New Jersey Unit – http://dvnju.wbcci.netAug TBA Ron AmmeSep 19-22 Come Out & See Our Turkeys Rally, Jersey Shore Haven,

728 Dennisville Rd., Cape May Court House, Pat Berkey 856-816-5469, email: [email protected]

Delmarva Unit - http://rehobothboardwalk.com/wbdelmarvaAug TBA Roger Sansom 410-251-8574, email: rogerealtor@gmail.

comSep 13-15 Rally, Crisfi eld, MD, Mason 302-222-0300, email:

[email protected]

Hudson-Mohawk New York Unit - http://hudmo.wbcci.netAug 23-25 Chocolate Lovers Joint Rally w/NY Finger Lakes, Cape

Cod MA & Charter Oak CT Units, Deer Run CG, Deer Run Dr., Schaghticoke, NY, Claudia Stark 518-449-2427, email: [email protected]

Sep 12-15 Installation Rally, Lake Lauderdale CG, Cambridge, NY, Dana King 845-361-3843, email: [email protected]

Keystone Pennsylvania Unit - http://keystone.wbcci.netJul 31-Aug 4 PA State Rally, Penn Wood Airstream Park, PA Unit, www.

pennwood.orgAug 16-18 Yule Be Camping Rally, Jersey Shore Haven, 728

Dennisville Rd., South Seaville, NJ, Bud Cattell 484-363-1424, email: [email protected]/Wayne Fitzgerald 215-441-5015, email: [email protected]

Sep 13-15 Installation Rally, TBA, Wilson Yerk 215-630-4056, email: [email protected]/Barry Heckenswiler 215-257-3712, email: [email protected]

Metropolitan New York Unit - http://metrony.covvo.comAug 14-18 Fun by the St. Lawrence Rally, CG TBA, 1000 Islands

Area, NY, Bob Novak, email: [email protected] 26-29 NY State Rally, Ulster Cty FG, 249 Libertyville Rd., New

Paltz, NY, Mark Hammer, email: [email protected]


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Mid-Atlantic Unit - http://midatlantic.wbcci.netAug 2-4 Buddy/Dry Camping Rally, 7604 Picnic Woods Rd.,

Middletown, MD, Marc Stachowski/Marty Gallagher 301-371-8645

Sep 21-29 Swiss Festival Rally, Sugarcreek, OH, Howard Lefkowitz 301-649-3373

New Jersey Unit http://sites.google.com/site/theoriginalnjunitAug 16-18 Christmas in August Rally, Jersey Shore Haven,

South Seaville, NJ, Judy Coupe 267-261-1392, email: [email protected]

Sep 20-22 NJ State Rally, TBA, Judy Coupe 267-261-1392, email: [email protected]

New York Finger Lakes Unit - http://nyfi ngerlakes.wbcci.netAug 9-11 Election/Coolest Small Town in America Rally, Hickories

Cty Park, 359 Hickories Park Rd., Owego, NY, on Susquehanna River, off NY 17C E, R onto Hickories Park Rd., through park, beyond Blue Pavillion, starting point for caravan through PA starting Aug. 12, John Hussar 607-797-4083, email: [email protected]

Sep 20-21 Installation/Business Meeting Rally, 1000 Islands Adventure, Cedar Point State Park, 36661 Cedar Point S.P. Dr., Clayton, NY, from SR 12 E, S of Clayton, Ted Smith 315-649-2954, email: [email protected]

Ontario Canada Unit - www.ontarioairstream.orgAug 2-5 Get Your Nickels Worth Summer Rendezvous, Mine, Mill

Local 598/CAW CG, 2550 Richard Lake Dr., Sudbury, ON, Jack Corrigan 705-694-5364, email: [email protected]

Aug 5-23 Lake Superior Circle Tour Caravan, begins in Sault Ste. Marie, ON, TBA in newsletter and Blue Beret, Kerry Mattila 613-258-2842, email: [email protected]

Aug 30-Sep 2 Get Your Act Together Fall Rally, Drayton FG, 49 Elm St., Drayton, ON, Duncan McCallum 519-927-5024, email: [email protected]

Penn Lehigh Unit – http://penn-lehigh.wbcci.netJul 31-Aug 4 PA State Rally, Penn Wood Airstream Park, Limestone,

PA, Doug Field 724-834-1031/814-764-5936, email: dfi [email protected]/Jason Smeed 814-764-6448, email: [email protected]

Aug 22-25 Buddy Rally, Numidia Historic Airport, Numidia, PA, Rt. 80, Buckhorn exit, Rt. 42 S, entrance to airport on L

Sep 27-Oct 5 PA US Rte 6 Caravan, Glen Lippincott

Pennsylvania Unit - www.pennwood.orgJul 31-Aug 4 PA State Rally, Penn Wood CG, Doug Field 724-834-

1031/814-764-5936, email: dfi [email protected]/Jason Smeed 814-764-6448, email: [email protected]

Aug 30-Sep 2 Installation Rally, Penn Wood CG, Doug Field 724-834-1031/814-764-5936, email: dfi [email protected]/Jason Smeed 814-764-6448, email: [email protected]

Washington DC Unit - http://wdcu.wbcci.netAug 22-25 Lake Glory at Knobels Rally, Lake Glory CG, Catawissa,

PA, see web for details, Nick Iverson, email: [email protected]

Sep TBA Hudson Rally, see web for details

Watchung New Jersey Unit - www.watchungunit.orgAug TBA Buddy Rally/Business Meeting, George Kiesel 908-996-

6949Sep TBA NJ State Rally, TBA, Joe Fodor 732-287-1179, email:

[email protected]


Aug 4-10 Galax Fiddlers Convention, Galax, VASep 20-22 Virginia Commonwealth Rally, Natural Bridge, VAOct 16-20 Carolinas State Rally, Cleveland, SC

Big Bend Florida Unit - http://bigbendfl .wbcci.netSep 19-22 Rally, Top of GA, Helen, GA, Mac Palmer 229-294-0419

Carolinas Unit of North Carolina - http://carolinasnc.wbcci.netAug 1-4 Rally, Zooland Family CG, 3671 Pisgah Covered Bridge

Rd., Asheboro, NC 336-381-3422, Kenneth Dorn 919-630-6999, email: [email protected]

Sep 5-8 Rally, Dan & Lisa Matthews Farm, 7801 Lake Wheeler Rd., Raleigh, NC 919-772-3499, Kenneth Dorn 919-630-6999, email: [email protected]

Coastal Georgia - http://coastalgeorgia.wbcci.netSep 3-8 Rally, Top of GA, Helen, GA

Eastern North Carolina Unit - http://encu.wbcci.netSep 20-22 Wilmington KOA, 7415 Market St., WIlmington, NC 888-

562-5699, Fay Sloan 843-774-9564

Everglades Florida Unit - http://everglades.wbcci.netAug 20 TBA, Chuck Bergman 239-772-7130/239-281-4337

Florida Unit www.airstream-adventures.com/FU/Florida_Unit.html

Florida Springs Unit - http://fl oridasprings.wbcci.net

Florida Suncoast Unit - http://suncoast.wbcci.net

Florida Treasure Coast Unit - http://ftcu.wbcci.net

Georgia Unit - www.topofgeorgia.netAug 28-Sep 2 Labor Day Rally, Top of GA Airstream Park, Helen, GA,

Steve Rosenthal 770-842-4652, email: [email protected]

Northern Virginia Unit - http://northva.wbcci.netAug 16-18 Buddy Rally, KOA, Campground Road, Harper’s Ferry,

WV, from Metro Washington, take I-270 N to Frederick, MD, near I-70 jct., follow signs to US 15 S/US 340 W, stay on US 340, cross river into VA and enter WV, just past National Park, turn L on Shoreline Dr., R on Campground Rd.

Sep 20-22 VA Commonwealth Rally, Yogi Bear Jellystone Park, Natural Bridge, VA, from Natural Bridge, VA, take VA 130 E to Arnold’s Valley Rd., R on Arnold’s Valley Rd. across James River to James River Rd. on L, follow signs to CG, Harold Hamlett 804-769-0812, email: [email protected]

Palmetto State South Carolina Unithttp://palmettostate.wbcci.netAug 9-11 Dog Days Rally, Palmetto Cove RV Park, 521 Table Rock

Rd., Cleveland, SC 864-836-6221, Ken Whitman 864- 415-5944, email: [email protected] 13-15 Apple Picking Rally, Palmetto Cove RV Park, 521 Table Rock

Rd., Cleveland, SC 864-836-6221, Ken Whitman 864- 415-5944, email: [email protected]

Piedmont North Carolina Unit - http://piedmontunit.wbcci.netAug 8-11 Rally, Cross Winds Family CG, 160 Campground Lane,

Salisbury, NC, Guy 704-560-3075, email: [email protected]

Sep 12-15 Rally, Miles Motors RV Park, 15 Patton Cove Rd., Swannanoa, NC, Porter 336-302-0792, email: [email protected]

Shenandoah Valley of Virginia Unit http://shenandoahvalleyofva.wbcci.netSep 20-22 VA Commonwealth Rally, Natural Bridge, VA

South Carolina Coastal Unit - www.sccoastalunit.comSep 6-8 Buddy Rally, Santee State Park, [email protected] or

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South Florida Unit http://southfl orida.wbcci.netTidewater Virginia Unit - www.tidewaterwbcci.netAug 15-17 Rally, TBA, Ed Whitacre 757-566-4824/757-532-7072,

email: [email protected] 20-22 VA Commonwealth Rally, Yogi Bear Jellystone Park,

Natural Bridge, VA

Virginia Unit - http://virginia.wbcci.netAug 1-4 Rally, Pocahontas State Park 804-796-4255, 10301 State

Park Rd., Chesterfi eld, VA, from jct. of VA 288 & VA 10, proceed S on VA 10, R on Rt. 655 to Park entrance on R, Russ Harper 804-357-4260, email: [email protected]

Sep 20-22 Commonwealth Installation Rally, Yogi Bear Jellystone Park Camp-Resort, 16 Recreation Lane, Natural Bridge, VA, from Natural Bridge, VA, take VA 130 E to Arnold’s Valley Rd., R on Arnold’s Valley Rd. across James River to James River Rd. on L, follow signs to CG, Harold Hamlett 804-769-0812, email: [email protected]/Robert Lee 434-426-0956, email: [email protected]

Western North Carolina Unit - http://wnc.wbcci.netAug 29-Sep 1 Apple Festival Rally, Park Place CG, Hendersonville, NC,

downtown Hendersonville, Dan McIntyre 828-712-3298Sep 19-21 John C. Campbell Folk School Rally, State Park,

Hayesville, NC, Dan McIntyre 828-712-3298

charter.net REGION 44 Region 4 Website: http://region4.wbcci.net

Aug 7-11 Michigan State Rally, Frankenmuth, MISep 21-29 Swiss Festival National Rally, Sugarcreek, OH

Akron Ohio Unit - www.akronwbcci.comAug 8 Alumni “Senior” Luncheon 1 PM, Golden Corral Rest.,

4910 Dressler Rd. NW, Canton, OH, Alan Jackson 330-483-4614, email: [email protected]

Aug 15-19 Joint Rally w/Mohican Valley OH Unit, TBA, Lloyd Garner email: [email protected]/Alan Jackson 330-483-4614, email: [email protected]

Sep 4-8 Mystery Rally, Ron Swan 330-875-1601, email: [email protected]

Sep 21-29 Swiss Festival National Rally, Winklepleck Grove, 2800 Winklepleck Rd. NW, Sugarcreek, OH

Appalachian Unit of West VirginiaAug 25 Picnic 1 PM, Camp Creek State Park, exit to state park

from I-77 and follow signs to state park, Donnie Bailey 303-253-4409

Auglaize Valley Ohio UnitSep 5-8 Celebration/Installation Rally, Richardson’s, 19907

Buckland-Holden Rd., Cridersville, OH, from N, I-75 to St. Rt. 65, then S apprx. 6 mi. to Buckland-Holden Rd., L (E) 1 mi. on L, from S, I-75 to St. Rt. 67, E to St. Rt. 65 in Uniopolis, N 2 mi. to Buckland-Holden Rd., R (E) 1 mi. on L, Tom Richardson 419-221-2626

Cincinnati Ohio Unit - http://cincinnati.wbcci.netSep 5-9 Fall Fling, Greene Cty FG, Xenia, OH, take US 68 to

Ankeney Mill Rd., which turns into Fairground Rd., FG will be on R, Bob Drake 513-523-1067

Cleveland Ohio Unit - www.cleveland.wbcci.net

Columbus Ohio Unit - email: [email protected] 15 49th Birthday Celebration/Picnic Noon, High Banks Metro

Park, 9466 Columbus Pike (SR 23 N), Lewis Center, OH, Pat Badgero 614-360-1168, email: [email protected]/Paul Thompson 937-470-2711, email: [email protected]

Sep 27-29 Joint Buddy/Election Rally w/Cincinnati OH & Miami Valley of OH Units, Darke Cty FG, 800 Sweitzer St., Greenville, OH, Jean Patton 614-457-2629, email: [email protected]

Land-O-Lakes of Ohio UnitAug TBA Installation RallySep 21-29 Swiss Festival National Rally, Winklepleck Grove,

Sugarcreek, OH, from I-77, take exit #83, go W on Rt. 39 toward Sugarcreek, turn R onto Beldon Pkwy., watch for WBCCI signs, Joann Cubbison 740-670-4233, email: [email protected]

Mahoning Valley Ohio Unit - www.mvou.wbcci.netAug 15-18 D-Day Conneaut, Indian Trails Twp. Park, Rick Richardson

440-964-2723, email: [email protected] 15-18 Rally, Canfi eld, OH, FG, Bob White 330-792-9669, email:

[email protected]

Miami Valley Unit of Ohio 1st Wed each month Breakfast 9 AM, Roush’s Rest., 405 W. Main St., Fairborn,

OH, Ralph Reboulet 937-433-0632, email: [email protected]

Michigan UnitAug 7-11 Michigan State All Unit Rally, St. Lorenz CG, Frankenmuth,

MI, Dave Brendel, email: [email protected] 12-16 Rally, Ionia, MI, TBA

Mid-Eastern Michigan UnitAug 7-11 MI State Rally, Frankenmuth, MISep 19-22 Buddy/Installation Rally, Lost Lake Woods Club, Lincoln,

MI, take US 23 N from Standish, go through Tawas & Oscoda & proceed N to Harrisville, turn L (W) on M 72 at traffi c light in Harrisville & go until you reach Barlow Rd., (about 5 mi.), school sign at Barlow, turn R (N) at Barlow & continue until you see red & white fence posts, short distance until you reach Lost Lake Woods Club gate on L, pick up phone at gate & punch 1111 & tell offi ce you are visting the Ruess’, please make reservations, Bob Ruess, 989-736-7683, email: [email protected]

Mohican Valley Ohio UnitAug 24 Election/Picnic 11:30 AM, Ron & Audrey Ault, 4992 Iberia-

Bucyrus Rd., Galion, OH, Audrey Ault 419-468-6537, email: [email protected]

Aug 15-19 Joint Rally w/Akron OH Unit, Lloyd Garner 419-752-0041, email: [email protected]

Sep 21-29 Swiss Festival, Sugarcreek, OH

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Sep 9-15 Region 5 Rally & Computer Rally, Carrollton, KY

Barry Bell 317-965-6400

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Illinois Lincolnland Unit - http://Lincolnland.wbcci.netAug 2-5 Rally, Driftwood CG, 2300 Bonansinga Dr., Quincy, IL,

George Devaull 217-222-2880, email: [email protected] 30-Sep 2 Annual Threshermans Joint Rally w/Northern IL Unit, 4H

CG, Pontiac, IL, Monte Barksdale 815-458-3895, email: [email protected]

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1st Thur each month except December Luncheon 11:30 AM, Golden Corral, Lima Rd., Ft. Wayne,

IN, S from I-69 on Lima Rd. approx. 2 blocks, Fred Bennett 260-244-4507

Aug 1-4 Grandkids Rally, Caboose Lake CG, Remington, IN, Fred Bennett 260-244-4507, email: [email protected]

Sep 8-10 Computerfest Rally, General Butler State Resort, Carrollton, KY, Bob Green 765-644-5289, email: [email protected]

Sep 11-15 Region 5 Rally, General Butler State Resort, Carrollton, KY, Bob Green 765-644-5289, email: [email protected]

Sep 19-22 Installation Rally/Fish Fry, Old Mill Run CG, Thorntown, IN, Bob Green 765-644-5289, email: [email protected]

Kentucky Unit - http://kentucky.wbcci.net2nd Tues each month except December Dinner, 6 PM, Jane Miller, 502-777-4363, email:

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Aug 1-3 127 Yard Sale Rally, Bishop Farm, 515 Frank Grider Rd., Russell Springs, KY, David Bishop 270-866-2831, email: [email protected]

Sep 11-15 Region 5 Rally, General Butler State Park Northern Illinois Unit - http://northernillinois.wbcci.netAug 16-18 Rally, Starved Rock State Park, Rte. 178 & Rte. 71,

Utica, IL, Brian McFarland 773-248-3735, email: [email protected]

Aug 30-Sep 2 Annual Thresherman’s Joint Rally w/IL Lincolnland Unit, 4H CG, 18142 4H Park Rd., Pontiac, IL, Monte Barksdale, email: [email protected]

Sep 6-8 Road America Rally, Elkhart Lake’s Road America, N7390 St. Hwy. 67, Plymouth, WI, http://www.roadamerica.com/, Bob Whitesell 773-286-8278, email: [email protected]

Southern Illinois Unit - http://southernillinois.wbcci.netAug 16-18 Children/Grandchildren Rally, Whittington Woods CG, IL

37 N of Benton, IL, from I-57 take exit 77, E to IL 37, go S 1/4 mi., Jim Hutchens 618-528-3009, email: [email protected]

Sep 6-8 Rally, Pinckneyville City Park, 700 Fairground Rd., go W on Rte. 154, turn S at Grant St., travel to County Rd., turn R, FG straight ahead, Art Meier 618-322-8246, email: [email protected]

Southern Indiana Unit - http://southind.wbcci.netSep 30-Oct 5 Installation/Rolling Rally, Vine Grove Optomist CG, Vine

Grove, KY, leave Oct 2, return Oct 6, Ishmal Miller 270-521-7591/270-869-5572

Ishmal Miller 270-521-7591 REGION 66 Oct 3-7 Storytelling Festival, Jonesborough, TN, Harry & Teresa HerrmannOct 22-27 Region 6 Rally, Gadsden, ALNov 14-17 Alabama State Rally, Foley, AL

Alabama Unit1st Sat each month Luncheon 1 PM, TBA, Birmingham, AL, call for directions,

Maxine Fikes 205-798-17352nd Sat each month Luncheon 11:30 AM, TBA, Tuscaloosa, AL, call for

directions, Ruth Hollingsworth 205-345-6077, email: [email protected]

2nd Mon each month Dinner 6 PM, TBA, Montgomery, AL, call for directions,

Paul Aehnlich 334-277-9647, email: [email protected]

Sep 19-22 Rally, Lakeside Landing RV Resort, 4600 Martin St. S, Cropwell, AL 205-525-5701

Oct 22-27 Region 6 Rally, River Country CG, 1 River Rd., Gadsden, AL 256-543-7111

Arkansas Razorback Unit 1st Thurs bi-monthly Starting Feb-Luncheon 11:30 AM, TBA, Carole Barton 479-

890-6116, email: [email protected]

Sep 12-16 Election Rally, Riverside RV Park, 50 Riverfront Dr., North Little Rock, AR (GPS address: 250 S. Locust), make your own reservation 501-340-5312, ask for site with McNairs and Airstreamers, 15% discount with Golden Age Passport, Bill McNair 501-206-6927, email: [email protected]

East Tennessee Unit

Aug 1-4 Fly your Flag Rally!, TCPC, 13 Airstream Dr., Crossville, TN, Donna Carr 865-216-2094, email: [email protected]

Sep 26-29 Election Rally, Around Pond RV Park, 615 Van Hill Rd., Baileyton, TN, Nancy Curlett 423-272-8499

Greater New Orleans Louisiana UnitAug 10 2013-14 Planning Meeting, TBA, Horace Evans 504-239-

7463, email: [email protected] 12-15 Joint Election Rally, TBA, Horace Evans 504-239-7463,

email: [email protected]

Louisiana UnitSep 12-15 Installation Rally, Sun Roamers RV Resort, Picayune, MS,

Larry Boudreaux 985-446-1931/985-209-0376

Louisiana Acadiana UnitSep 12-15 Installation Rally, Lagneaux’s CG, Lafayette, LA, exit #97

on I-10 S to LA Hwy. 93 for 3/4 mi., turn R on US 90 W for 2 mi., turn L to LA Hwy. 724 (Fieldspan) for 4 mi., look to L after stop sign for Lagneaux’s CG sign, turn L to CG, Claude Porter 601-278-9599, email:[email protected]

Memphis Tennessee Unit - http://memphis.wbcci.netAug 10 Luncheon Noon, TBA, Brian Atchley 901-682-9698, email:

[email protected] 6-8 Election/Business Rally, Wall Doxey (Hummingbird

Festival) Holly Springs, MS, no rally fee, from MS Hwy. 78 near Holly Springs, go S on Hwy 7 approx. 7 mi., entrance will be on R (unit tries to reserve along Sites #21-32), Brian Atchley 901-682-9698, email: [email protected]

Mississippi Unit 1st Tue of each month Luncheon 11:30 AM, Sal and Phil’s, 6600 Old Canton Rd., Jackson, MS, J.C. Prather 662-210-0458 /Evelyn Hitt

601-992-1405, email: [email protected]

Sep 11-15 Election Rally, Dewayne Hayes CG, Columbus, MS, from town, W 4 mi. on US 45 to Hwy. 373, W 1.5 mi. to Stenson Creek Rd., NW 2 mi. to Barton’s Ferry Rd., W .5 mi (L), J.C. Prather 662-210-0458

Oct 16-19 Election Rally, Lake Tiak-O’Khata, Louisville, MS, SR 25 1 mi. S SR 15 intersection, J.C. Prather 662-210-0458/Ethel Grisham 662-837-3320

Nashville Music City Tennessee UnitAug 17 Luncheon 11:30 AM, The Catfi sh House, 3424 Tom Austin

Hwy., Springfi eld, TN, David Joiner 931-552-3814, email: djmuffi [email protected]

Sep 19-22 Election Rally, Canal CG, Grand Rivers, TN, Don Gordon 731-456-2298, email: [email protected]

Pensacola Florida UnitAug 16-18 Let’s Play Games & Ice Cream Rally, Mystic Springs Cove,

591 Mystic Springs Rd., McDavid, FL, located approx. 27 mi. N of Pensacola, FL, Henry Foster 850-266-4665, email: [email protected]

Sep 19-22 Installation Rally, Mystic Springs Cove, 591 Mystic Springs Rd., McDavid, FL, located approx. 27 mi. N of Pensacola, FL, Henry Foster 850-266-4665, email: [email protected]

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Minnesota Unit http://minnesota.wbcci.netSep 13-15 Installation Rally, Airstream Park, Pete Yanke

North Dakota Peace Garden Unit - www.nodak.wbcci.netSep 12-15 Installation Rally, Icelandic State Park, Cavalier, ND, ND

Hwy. 5, 5 mi. W of Cavalier, Don Thomson 701-365-8662, email: [email protected]

Wisconsin Unit - http://wisc.wbcci.netJul/Aug TBA Kids & Family Campout, TBAJul 24-Aug 3 Caravan & Attend Region Tall Ships Rally, Madison, WI, to

Duluth, MN, and return, Steve Piotrowski 608-255-3953, email: [email protected]

Aug 16-18 Meet Northern Neighbors & Learn about UP Rally, Marquette, MI, take Hwy. 41 to Marquette, MI, Jane Carmichael 906-225-0406, email: [email protected]/Karen Suksi 906-226-0407, email: [email protected]

Sep 6-9 Joint Rally w/N. Illinois Unit, Road America Vintage Races, N7390 Hwy. 67, Plymouth, WI, take Hwy. 67 to Road America race track, Don Stenz 920-946-4122, email: [email protected]


Greater Kansas Unithttp://greaterkansasunit.wbcci.netAug 16-18 Rally, tentative location Camp Pawnee, Larned, KS, Lee

Cantrell 785-468-3579, email: [email protected] 19-22 Mystery Caravan, Bob Brown 785-823-7952, email:

[email protected]

Greater St. Louis Missouri Unit - http://gslunit.wbcci.netAug 15-18 Come & Go Rally, Pere Marquette State Park, Grafton, IL,

Ray Kolley 314-330-0736, email: [email protected] 19-22 Historic Springfi eld Rally, IL State FG, Springfi eld, IL, Joe

Bublis 314-631-8873, email: [email protected]

Iowa Unit - http://iowaunit.wbcci.netAug 15-18 Do Nothing Rally, Fiscus Grove, Liscomb, IA, Helle 319-

270-1189, email: [email protected]/mulbrook 319-329-6627, email: [email protected]

Sep 19-22 Christmas in September Rally, Island CG, Adel, IA, Dale Lafrentz 712-654-4655, email: [email protected]

Kansas City Missouri Unit - http://kansascityunit.wbcci.netAug 3 Luncheon 11:30 AM, Summit Hickory Pit, 1012 SE Blue

Pkwy., Lee’s Summit, MO, Jack Clements 816-519-7309Sep 19-22 50 Fabulous Years Rally/Business Meeting/Election,

Kansas City East KOA, 303 NE 3rd St., Oak Grove, MO, Ben Corder 816-565-1722, email: [email protected]

Missouri Delta Unit - http://modeltaunit.wbcci.netAug 16-18 Annual Business Meeting/Election, Little Ole Opry CG,

Burfordville, MO, 5 mi. W on MO 34 from jct. with MO 72, Jim Mesko 573-364-8873, email: [email protected]

Sep 20-22 Installation Rally, Cape RV CG, Cape Girardeau, MO, Jim Mesko 573-364-8873, email: [email protected]

Missouri Greater Ozark Unit http://mogreaterozarkunit.wbcci.netSep 19-22 Rally, Arrowhead RV Park, El Dorado Springs, MO, Bruce

417-833-9412, email: [email protected]

Nebraska Unit - http://nebraskaunit.wbcci.net2nd Mon each month Luncheon Noon, Old Country Buffet, 144th & West Center

Rd., Omaha, NE, Dan Hoyt 712-642-2927, email: [email protected]

Sep 12-15 Rally, Riverside Park, Neligh, NE, John Sutton 402-416-9946, email: [email protected]

North Iowa Unit - http://northiowaunit.wbcci.netAug 8-11 Sweet Corn Days Rally, Dallas Cty FG, Adel, IA, Scott

Jensen 515-993-1989, email: [email protected] 5-8 Buddy Rally, Hagge Park, Sac City, IA, Jim Macumber 712-

654-3062

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Oct 3-7 National Texas Vintage Rally, Gonzales, TX

East Texas Lakes UnitSep 7 Luncheon Noon, Sirloin Stockade Rest., 2508 W. 7th

St., Corsicana, TX, Paula Boyd 972-287-5690, email: [email protected]

Heart of Texas Camping Unit http://sites.google.com/site/hotc99clubTBA Monthly Activities TBA, please visit our website

North Texas Unit - http://ntxu.wbcci.netSep12-15 Rally, TBA, Earl Elam 907-315-4856, email: ehelam@clear.

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Oklahoma Unit Aug 3 Luncheon 11 AM, Western Sizzlin, Tulsa, from I-44, exit on

Sheridan, N to 21st St., turn R, on R, Barney Ratzlaff 918-835-9362

Texas Alamo Unit - http://texasalamo.wbcci.net1st Sat each month Dinner 5 PM, Las Carretas Rest., 3975 Perrin Central, San Antonio, TX, call for directions, Larry Smith 210-857-3287,


Sep 26-29 Installation Rally, Skyline RV Park, 2231 N. Hwy. 16, Bandera, TX, call for directions, Larry Smith 210-857-3287, email: [email protected]

Texas Coastal Plains Unit - http://tcpu155.wbcci.netAug 29-Sep 2 Cowboy Festival Rally, Pioneer River Resort, 122 Maple

St., Bandera TX, Tom Bundy 281-679-6319, email: [email protected]

Texas Gulf Coast Unit - www.texasairstreamharbor.comSep 12-15 Welcome Home Rally, Texas Airstream Harbor, 5 mi. E of

Zavalla, TX, on Hwy. 147, Paul Bevering, 936-465-6458, email: [email protected]

Texas Highland Lakes Unit - http://thlu.orgAug 6 Luncheon 12:45 PM, Luby’s, 5200 Brodie Ln., Austin, TX,

Jimmy Mooney 254-967-5689, email: [email protected] 3 Luncheon 12:45 PM, Luby’s, 5200 Brodie Ln., Austin, TX,

Jimmy Mooney 254-967-5689, email: [email protected] 5-8 “Out on the Porch” Rally, NTAC, Hillsboro, TX, Janie

Haddaway 254-582-3201, email: [email protected]

Texas Hill Country Unit - http://thcu.wbcci.netAug TBA Fall Kick-Off Luncheon, Gayle Ketchum 210-865-8136,

email: [email protected] 11-15 Cowtown w/Class/Business Mtg., Cowtown RV Park, 7000

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Texas Plains Unit - http://www.txplainsrv.com1st Sat each month Luncheon 11:30 AM, Furr’s Family Dining, 6001 Slide Rd., Lubbock, TX, Ellene Osburn 806-829-2165, email:

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1st Wed each month Luncheon 1 PM, Cattle Baron Steaks & Seafood, 418 W. Wadley Ave., Midland,TX, Georgia Summers 432-413-

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1st Sat each month Luncheon 11 AM, Wonderland RV Resort, US 87 & 24th

St., Amarillo, TX, Don Goforth 806-356-0077

ea Thur Balloon Volleyball 1 PM, (meal follows at various locations) 2001 19th St., Lubbock, TX, Sam Spence 806-773-6863

Aug 7-11 Cooler Climate Rally, Pendaries RV Resort, New Mexico Rd. 105, Rociada, NM, Myrna Coffman 806-799-4887

Sep 18-22 Proceed to Perrin Rally, Mitchell Resort & RV Park, 2730 FM 2210, Perrin, TX, Royce Hightower 325-677-3228

REGION 1010 Region 10 Website: www.wbcci10.org

Aug 1-4 Montana Wild West Fest, Missoula, MT - New Dates & Location Aug 7-11 National Potlatch & Salmon, Lacey, WASep 9-15 National Pendleton Roundup, Pendleton, OROct 12-20 Sun Valley Jazz Festival, Ketchum, ID

Alberta-Saskatchewan Unithttp://albertasaskatchewan.wbcci.netAug 29-Sep 2 Hands Across the Border Rally, Moose Jaw, Saskatchewan Len Kroeker 306-692-2054, email: [email protected]

British Columbia Unit - www.airstreambc.comAug 8-12 VAC Wenatchee River Vintage Rally, Wenatchee River

Cty Park, Monitor, WA, Ian Cameron 250-862-2670, email: [email protected]

Sep 26-29 Joint Installation Rally w/North Cascade WA Unit, Eagle Wind RV Park, 26920 52 Ave., Aldergrove, BC, Bob Halliwell 604-870-4840, email: [email protected]

Idaho Unit - http://idahounit.wbcci.net2nd Sat each month Breakfast 8:30 AM, Golden Corral, 8460 W. Emerald St., Boise, ID, Peggy Campbell 208-853-6243

Aug 23-26 Installation Rally, Poison Creek CG, Donnelly, ID, Darrell Ostyn 208-467-2380

Sep 13-16 Send Off Rally for Anasazi Caravan, Lottie-Dell CG, Snowville, UT, Jay Rolls 435-723-0663

Sep 14-Oct 5 Autumn with the Anasazi Caravan, Southern UT/Northern AZ, Jerry Collins 208-867-8739

Montana Unit - http://www.montanaairstreamclub.comAug 1-4 Montana Wild West Fest, Fort Missoula, Missoula, MT, Ron

Green 406-586-0892, email: [email protected] 29-Sep 2 Hands Across the Border, Moose Jaw, Saskatchewan,

Alberta Saskatchewan Unit for directions, Ted Dumont, email: [email protected]

North Cascade Washington Unitwww.ncascadewaairstreamclub.comAug 16-18 Nice Place to Rest Rally, Rest-a-While RV Resort, 27001

N. US Hwy. 101, Hoodsport, WA, Marilynn Sams 360-319-5516, email: [email protected]

Sep 25-29 Joint Installation Rally w/British Columbia Unit, Eagle Wind RV Park, 26920 52 Ave., Aldergrove, BC, Canada, Marilynn Sams 360-319-5516, email: [email protected]

Oregon Unit - www.wbcci-or.org1st Sat each month Breakfast 9 AM, Mark Rest., 9900 SW Canyon Rd., Portland, OR, Bill Leppo 503-647-5710, email: Bill@Leppo.

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Aug 9-11 Mt. St. Helens Rally, Sequest State Park, WA, 63 mi. N of Portland, OR

Aug 23-25 Rally, Hi-Way Haven RV Park, Sutherlin, OR, Dave Pass 503-650-9047, email: [email protected]

Sep 9-15 48th Annual National Pendleton Roundup, Pendleton Community Park, Pendleton, OR, Mona Heath 971-409-9048, email: [email protected]

Sep 27-29 No-Host, Fully Pot-Luck Rally, Tumalo State Park, Bend, OR, only no-hookup sites available now, Terri Warren 503-701-2798, email: [email protected]

Washington Unit www.washingtonunitwbcci.orgAug 6 Board of Trustees Meeting 7 PM, Harmony Hall, WA Land

Yacht Harbor, Lacey, WA, Bob Legg 360-705-4374, email: [email protected]

Aug 7-11 Potlatch & Salmon Rally, WA Land Yacht Harbor, Lacey, WA, Larry Alvar 360-413-7539, email: [email protected]

Aug 10 Meeting TBA, Harmony Hall, WA Land Yacht Harbor, Lacey, WA, Bob Legg 360-705-4374, email: [email protected]

Sep 5 Board of Trustees Meeting 7 PM, Harmony Hall, WA Land Yacht Harbor, Lacey, WA, Bob Legg 360-705-4374, email: [email protected]

Sep 6-8 Anniversary Election & Installation Rally, WA Land Yacht Harbor, Lacey, WA, Bob Legg 360-705-4374, email: [email protected]

Sep 8 Election/Membership Meeting, Harmony Hall, WA Land Yacht Harbor, Lacey, WA, Bob Legg 360-705-4374, email: [email protected]

Sep 26-29 Greater Prosser Balloon Rally, Wine Country RV Park, Prosser, WA, Harold Campbell 206-246-2825

Lacey, WA, Bob Legg 360-705-4374, email: [email protected] REGION 1111 Region 11 Website: http://region11.wbcci.net

Sep 5-8 Old Thresher Days, Yuma, COSep 23-27 Antelope Rally, Medicine Bow, WYOct 4-8 Balloon Fiesta, Albuquerque, NMOct 10-13 Region 11 Rally, Camp Verde, AZ

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Denver Colorado Unit - www.wbcci-denco.orgAug 22-25 Spas & Jaws Rally, Woodlake Park, Hwy. 149, Lake City,

CO, Pat Phalen 303-940-7475, email: [email protected]

Sep 5-8 Old Thresher Days Rally, Old Thresher Grounds & Yuma Cty FG, Yuma, CO, Ross Bohm 970-848-2643, email: [email protected]

Sep 27-29 Raspberry Pickin’ Rally, 3521 New Mexico 434, Angel Fire, NM, Lynn Eubank 575-377-3404, email: [email protected]

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Oct 4-8 Balloon Fiesta, Albuquerque, NMOct 10-15 Region 12 Rally, Lodi, CADec 28, 2013-Jan 1, 2014 Annual Rose Parade Special Event Rally, Pasadena, CA

Central Coast California Unitwww.CentralCoastAirstream.orgSep 13-15 Rally, Ocean Mesa at El Capitan, John Thornton 805-226-

9990, email: [email protected]

El Camino Real California Unit - http://elcaminoreal.wbcci.netSep 18-22 Rally, Woods Valley CG, Valley Center, CA, Jim Randall

760-576-7233/Tom Green 760-754-4681

Golden West California Unit - http://goldenwest.wbcci.netSep 12-16 Rally, Pelican Pt., 1001 Miramontes St., Half Moon Bay,

CA, Dale Harrington, email: [email protected]

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Nevada Unit - http://nevada.wbcci.net1st Sat each month Breakfast 8 AM, Egg Works, 2490 E. Sunset Rd., Las Vegas, NV, 702-873-3447 theeggworks.com, Diane

Hancock 702-521-4720, email: [email protected]

Aug 20-24 Rally, TBA, Moro Bay, CA, Trish Delk, email: [email protected]

Sep 7-22 Caravan to Big Bend, TX, Dave Stahlhut, email: [email protected]

Northern California Unit - http://norcal.wbcci.netAug 1-5 Rally, Porto Bodega RV, Bodega Bay, CA, Larry Larsen

925-944-4739, email: [email protected] 11-15 Rally, Durango RV, Red Bluff, CA, Larry Larsen 925-944-

4739, email: [email protected]

San Diego California Unit - www.airstreamsandiego.comAug 16-18 Rally, Guajome Cty Park, 3000 Guajome Lake Rd.,

Oceanside, CA, from I-5 & Mission Ave (exit 53) E 7.5 mi. on Mission Ave., R on Guajome Lake Rd. to park entrance, Dan Nixon 619-993-3544/760-789-6452, email: [email protected]

Sep 20-22 Joint Rally w/San Fernando Valley CA Unit, San Diego Metro. KOA, 111 N. Second Ave., Chula Vista, CA, jct. I-805 (Exit 8B) & E St., W 1 mi. on E St. to Second Ave, then N (R), 0.9 mi. on R, Dan Smith 858-699-7803, email: [email protected]

San Fernando Valley California Unithttp://sanfernandovalley.wbcci.netAug 8-14 Joint Rally w/Sierra Nevada Unit, Obsidian Dome/

Mammoth RV Park, Mammoth, CA, Bobbi Kingsland 949-689-4378, email: [email protected]

Sep 20-22 Joint Rally w/San Diego CA Unit, San Diego Metro KOA, 111 N 2nd Ave., Chula Vista, CA, Bobbi Kingsland 949-689-4378, email: [email protected]

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Santa Clara California Unit - http://santaclara.wbcci.netSep 12-16 Joint Rally w/Golden West CA Unit, Pelican Point RV Park,

1001 Miramontes St., Half Moon Bay, CA, Dale Harrington

Sierra Nevada Unit - http://sierranevadaairstreams.org/snuAug 8-11 Rally, Obsidian Dome, dispersed area off US

395 S between June Lakes & Mammoth Lakes, CA, Diane Leipper 775-972-5011, email: [email protected]

Aug 30-Sep 2 Cantaloupe Festival, Fallon, NV, Churchill Cty FG on Hwy. 95 S of Fallon, Diane Leipper 775-972-5011, email: [email protected]

South Coast California Unit - http://southcoastcal.wbcci.netAug 2-4 Rally, East Shores RV Park, Scott Weddle 714-323-9368,

email: [email protected] 6-8 Rally, Pechanga RV Resort, Scott Weddle 714-323-9368,


We Survived the Alcan Highwayby Terrol & Don Rogers, #296

After ---4 provinces, the Yukon Territory and Alaska

7 1/2 weeks, 53 nights, 34 camp set-ups Herds of buffalo, Stone sheep, Woodland and

Baranland CaribouBrown, Black and Grizzly Bears & spawning Salmon

Golden & Bald Eagles, Hawks & Falcons, Magpies, Whiskey-jacks and Raven too numerous

to count...Blue-green Alpine Lakes and meadows,

Mount McKinley to Mount Robson and all the mountains in-between,

Plunging waterfalls and death defying canyons and raging rivers...

Amazing scenic drives and meeting people from all over the world...

One ferry ride before the Top-o-the World Highway and another through a beautiful fjord...

2 new tiresa broken hot water tank

a fallen full-length mirror...stray screws and rivets...one lost safety chain...one lost set of keys...

a run-away dog on a mountaintop rest stopan escapee cat in an Edmonton campground...

and a few stray socks...11,907 kms...7441 miles

We have...Survived the Alcan Highway!

and have returned to talk about our amazing summer on the road !

Rest stop along the Alcan Highway - photo by Terrol Rogers, #296


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FLAG POLE HOLDER All aluminum with 2 machined brackets for quick, easy installa-tion. 3 pole holder $150, 5 pole holder $175. Includes shipping in U.S. Contact: [email protected] or call 803-684-5651 for more information. WBCCI #3892

HOUSE FOR SALE: North Texas Airstream Community, Hillsboro, Texas. 2 bedrooms, 2 baths, offi ce, utility room, covered patio incl. furniture, 2-car garage, pad for RV parking, indirect lighting in living/dining room, open view of green belt behind the house, refrigera-tor and microwave included, sprinkler system front and back. Contact: Michael Reynolds, [email protected] or 972-342-3792

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Airstream Parks

RETIRED? FULL TIMER? SNOW BIRD? RALLY PLANNER? CARAVAN LEADER? The North Texas Airstream Community can meet all your needs. We are located on I-35 exit 368A, in the heart of the Dallas/Ft. Worth/Waco triangle in historic Hillsboro, Texas. Stay “For a Night or a Lifetime.” Our clubhouse seats 200 for dinner, new laundry facilities, free WiFi, mail forwarding service. 100% Airstream community. Call 254-582-5566 or visit www.ntaci.org.

TAHI, TEXAS AIRSTREAM HARBOR, INC. Is located in NE Texas on beautiful Lake Sam Rayburn is known for Bass fi shing. A haven for bird watchers. Daily $15. Come visit or stay with us. 5 miles NE Zavalla on Hwy. 147. Contact: TAHI, 714 Angelina, Zavalla, TX 75980, Ph. 936-897-3686. www.texasairstreamharbor.com

PENN WOOD AIRSTREAM PARK - Travel-ing I-80 thru western Pennsylvania or looking for a quiet, all Airstream, summer home for a few weeks or all season? We’re the perfect stop! Full hookups with cable TV & WI-FI.

Reasonable rates, area attractions and site of Autumn Leaf National Rally. Near Clarion, PA - four miles south of I-80, Exit 64 on SR 66; Ph. 814-764-8963; www.pennwood.org Open 5/1 to 10/15.

MYSTIC SPRINGS COVE is an Airstream only park located 25 mi. N of Pensacola, FL, on US 29, between I-10 and I-65 on the banks of the Escambia River. Just 30 minutes to white sand beaches, shopping, museums and a casino. Owned and operated by Unit 29. Open all year with full hookups at $11per day 30 amp/$13 per day 50 amp. Pets welcome and washer/dryer are available. Host oppor-tunities. Now have Wi-Fi. Ph. 850-256-3280.

LAND YACHT HARBOR: Florida’s Best Kept Secret!!! Located off I-95 between Exits 183 & 180, miles to Disney 65, beach 10, Cape 30, leases available to Airstreams, overnight rentals available. Visit us at www.landyachtharbormelbourne.com or phone 321-254-6398. NO PETS.

TOP OF GEORGIA, 7 miles north of Helen, GA on State Road 75 in beautiful North Georgia mountains. Full hookups, cable TV. Free Limited Wi-Fi. $8.00/night, $210.00 monthly. During Rally weeks Rally fees will be an additional charge. Open year around. No reservations. WBCCI members only. No dry camping. Ph. 706-878-3590. www.topofgeorgia.net

ENJOY THE SOUNDS OF NATURE AT JERSEY SHORE HAVEN. Located mid-way between Atlantic City and Cape May, JSH is a quaint Airstream park with wooded sites, 4-point hook-ups, and more. Convenient to beautiful beaches, casinos with shows, amusements, boardwalks, shopping, etc. Lots to do and see in the area. Jersey Shore Haven, 728 Dennisville Road, P.O. Box 99, S. Seaville, NJ 08246. Ph. 609-861-2293, website: http://www.jerseyshorehaven.org

LOOKING FOR RELAXATION WITH PEACE AND QUIET? VIRGINIA HIGH-LAND HAVEN AIRSTREAM PARK is the place. We boast beautiful sunsets in a mountain setting just 5 miles from the Blue Ridge Parkway. Bluegrass music every Friday night at the Floyd country store. Full hookups with free WiFi throughout the park. Located at 6517 Highland Haven Road, NE, Copper Hill, VA, just 23 miles South of Roanoke, VA. Open 5-1 until 10-15. vahighlandhaven.org 540-651-9050

TENNESSEE CUMBERLAND PLATEAU CAMPGROUND – Crossville, TN. An Air-stream only campground on 376 wooded acres, 132 member sites with six visitor lots. Full hookups, 5,000 sq. ft. clubhouse, free wi-fi , video library, kitchen and bathrooms with showers. Laundry facilities, hiking trails, no license required fi shing lake. Rates $18 per night. Open April-October. Visit our website: www.tcpconline.com for directions and moredetails. 865-471-8272

For Sale Trailers/Motorhomes

1984 - AIRSTREAM 31’ EXCELLA, rear twin beds, center bath, awning all sides, rockguards, catalytic heater, air condition, sta-bilizer jacks, microwave, tv. Well maintained, excellent condition. Must sell because of poor health. Call Bill Mangano Ph. 508-829-5978 (Holden, MA)

1994 - AIRSTREAM 35’ MOTORHOME, LEGACY SERIES, 235 Cummins diesel, 6 speed Allison, 117,000 miles, full Zip Dee awnings, Direct TV Dish/receiver, 2 tv’s, NEW fridge, stove, microwave, furnace, air con-ditioning, LED lights, leather captain chairs. Many upgrades. $18,500. E-mail [email protected] (Josephine, AL)

1997 - AIRSTREAM B-VAN MOTORHOME, very good condition, 59,000 miles, includes 21” Samsung TV. $16,500 fi rm. Contact Ph. 616-527-8836 (Ionia, MI)

1999 - AIRSTREAM 35’ CUTTER, 300 cat., 1 slide, all NEW tires, all NEW hoses and belts, satellite, NEW carpet, NEW TV, washer/dryer, no pets, no smokers. Asking $55,000. Call 937-596-6263 or 937-441-1129 (Jackson Center, OH)

2000 - AIRSTREAM 35’ DIESEL PUSHER MOTORHOME, 105,000 miles, 1 slide, good condition, 6 NEW tires, NEWER awnings, NEW Pergo fl oor. $38,000. 239-810-0846 (Jersey Shore Haven Airstream Park)

2001 - AIRSTREAM LAND YACHT 360 XC, clean, fully loaded with many extras, all NEW interior, maintenance records, slide, 300 HP Caterpillar diesel, diesel generator, washer/dryer combo, upgraded oak cabinets, NEW tires three years, NADA priced to sell, $76,500. Will negotiate and send photos. Contact: [email protected] or call 843-774-8493 (Dillon, SC)

2001- 360XL AIRSTREAM MOTORHOME, 330 Cat diesel, Allison trans., low miles, NEW tires, $57,000. email: [email protected], 513-519-4562 or 513-509-5788 (Indi-ana, near Cincinnati, OH)

2002 - AIRSTREAM XC 365 MOTORHOME, 2 slides, Cat diesel, Allison transmission, 60K miles, many extras, call for details and pictures 781-775-2810 or 321-914-0292 or email: [email protected] (Land Yacht Harbor, Melbourne, FL)

2009 - AIRSTREAM 34’ LIMITED, all limited options including hydraulic disc brakes, no slide-out, 50 amp, 2 air conditioners. Pur-chased new, original owner, stored since new in storage sheds, NEW $1500 mattress used 2 months, sliding glass mirror doors replaced with hickory wood doors, king dome satellite and 2 solar panels, 2 NEW AGM batteries. $67,500. Ph. 623-680-0138, #5551 (Goodyear, AZ)


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Park, dine at the Banff Springs Hotel, and tour Lake Louise, Lake Moraine, and Johnson Canyon Falls. Western heritage lives on at Bar U Ranch, Canadian Barn Dance, and Head Smashed in Buffalo Jump- all included in your itinerary. You will cruise the waterway, cross the border, and create memories in Waterton Lake Nat’l. Park and be aboard the Red Jammer buses in Glacier National Park for a sunset photo opportunity. Taking the Crow’s Nest Pass will deliver you into British Columbia for rafting, biking, golfi ng, fi shing, horseback riding, and bird watching. Tribal tours with the First Nations People, voyageur canoe trips through fur trapping country, and hot springs enhance the journey. While in the wine country of Kelow-na, you will visit orchards and vineyards, wine and dine, bike and swim. There are trolley, ferry, and train tours of Vancouver. Whistler provides us with lasting memories of fresh mountain air and the lush tropical rain forest. Your camera, your adventurous spirit and your love for laughter are a must for this caravan! Total Number of Nights: 47, Number of Stops: 18. Leaders: Carlos and Rosemary Leach WBCCI #7712, Address: 2617C W. Holcombe Blvd. #512, Houston, TX 77025-1601, Cell Ph. 281-536-6185, Email: [email protected]. Maximum RVs w/ Leader: 21 RVs, Kitty Fee w/2: $5650, Kitty Fee w/1: $4100, Guest: $1500, Deposit: $500, Can-cellation: $50 before April 1, 2012, Leaders discretion after 4/1/12. Only standby is available- the caravan is currently fi lled.

N-42-I WHERE DA HECK IS CHOKOLOSKEE? - STANDBY ONLYSTART: McDAVID, FL 10/20-11/15/2013 STOP: EVERGLADES CITY/CHOKOLOSKEE, FLWe begin in McDavid, Florida, where we will visit the Battleship Alabama in Mobile, Alabama, and the Naval Museum in Pensacola, Florida. We will start our travels by visiting the white sand beaches of Panama City Beach. Then travel the “Forgotten Coast” of Old Florida to Apalachicola and Carrabelle where we will camp just a few yards from the beach. We will see how oysters are harvested--plus eat a few--cruise scenic rivers; kayak & hike. We will take a walking tour of historic Apalachicola. You will see manatees in the wild and maybe an optional horseback ride on the beach. On we will go to Cedar Key for clams and eat the Two-Year-In-A-Row-International-Award-Winning- Champion Clam Chowder. When we get to Homosassa Spring/Tarpon Springs there will be more wildlife, great meals, sponge harvesting tour and some of the best shrimp ever. Moving on to Ft. Myers Beach for the Edison/Ford Tour and a high speed catamaran boat trip to KEY WEST for the day. While in Key West, you will be able to visit Hemingway’s favorite spot for beverage at Sloppy Joes. We will take a guided Conch Train tour of the island with some time left for you to explore the island on your own. We’ll move to Bonita Springs and explore Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary a gentle pristine wilderness that dates back more than 500 years. Here we will walk a 2.25 mile boardwalk meandering through pine fl atwoods, open prairie, and into the largest forest of ancient bald cypress in North America. Nearly 200 bird species are permanent or temporary residents and Corkscrew is world renowned for supporting the largest colony of nesting Woodstorks in the U.S. We will travel on to Everglades City and Chokoloskee seeing lots of alligators, a boat trip through the 10,000 islands, kayak the Everglades, eat stone crab. How about an airboat ride? Ok! You got it. There will be more boardwalks with incredible views and wildlife in Shark Valley. Of course, our fi nal banquet that will be followed by a sunset cruise to the 10,000 islands in Everglades National Park. We hope you will join us for this action packed caravan. How else could you see the World’s Smallest Police Station and the World’s Smallest Post offi ce in one trip; or get to the southern most point in the continental US and the southern most point of paved road on the west coast of Florida? This caravan is active and has some long days away from your rig. Leaders: Jim & Vickie Courtney WBCCI #2804, Ph. 513-325-0219, Email: [email protected], Address: 200 Walnut Hill Avenue #62, Hillsboro,TX 76645, Limit 20 RVs, Kitty Fee w/2 $3600; Kitty fee w/1 $2650; Guest $950. Due to vendor payment requirements, we must receive your $500 deposit no later than October 2012. Cancella-tion: Leaders discretion. Total Number of Nights: 26, Number of Stops: 9. Maximum RVs W/Leaders: 21, Balance Due: $3100.

N-42-K FLY, DRIVE ALASKA 8/1-15/2013START: ANCHORAGE, AK STOP: ANCHORAGE, AKFly to Anchorage, AK. Come a few days early and tour Anchorage on your own. Come and Fly to Alaska, and then drive it with us, Jim & Bobbie Matkovich. Alaska is the last Frontier State. Nothing can fully describe the beauty of the Alaskan landscape. Visiting this beautiful state by RV is the best way to do it. I have traveled there twice with my RV. And there is no other way to see Alaska. And you would be traveling in a Class “C”

2013N-42-B THE VIKING TRAIL - STANDBY ONLY 7/11-9/6/2013START: ST. ANDREW BY THE SEA, NB STOP: N. SYDNEY, NSThe 2013 “Viking Trail Caravan” will travel quickly through New Brunswick and Nova Scotia to Newfoundland/Labrador spending 51 of the 57 days in the Province of Newfoundland/Labrador. This caravan highlights the his-tory of the Province and provides an opportunity to meet and experience the warm hospitality of the wonderful people who live on Newfoundland. We will spend overnight at the Woody Island Resort, so bring an overnight bag. Here we will experience the way of living in Newfoundland prior to 1960 when the Canadian government transported all Newfoundlanders to the mainland, so they could provide medical and educational service. While visiting Newfoundland/Labrador, we will enjoy many activities, such as whale watching in the north sea, attend a playhouse in Stephenville, visit Saint Johns, the oldest city in North America (bus tour), and travel throughout the many peninsulas of Newfoundland. Included in the kitty fee are more than 30 paid activities, more campsites with electric than ever before, boat tours, bus tours, cookouts, dinners, entertainment and all ferry costs to and from Newfoundland. Leaders: Ron & Cyndi Carnein WBCCI #9424, Ph. 623-974-4762, Cell Ph. 614-519-0054, Email: [email protected]. Address: 3700 S Westport Ave. #1704, Sioux Falls, SD 57106. Co-leaders: George & Sharon Hilton WBCCI #7009. Limit 30 RVs.

N-42-E 1 SW ADVENTURE CARAVAN 8/22-10/14/2013START: DURANGO, CO STOP: SANTA FE, NMN-42-E 2 SW ADVENTURE CARAVAN 8/26-10/20/2013START: DURANGO, CO STOP: GALLUP, NMThe 2013 Southwest Adventure Caravan will be in August, September and October capturing the awesome beauty of the fall landscapes. Begin-ing in Durango, you will visit the higher vistas fi rst, before traveling on to lower altitudes hoping to escape early snow. You will discover regions of New Mexico, Arizona, Utah and Colorado that the casual tourist doesn’t see.Taking the roads less traveled you will visit Indian pueblos, festivals, cultural centers and museums. Native American guides will help you to understand their language, customs, and ancient rituals. You will enjoy touring Albuquerque then Santa Fe by trolley fi nding wonderful shop-ping and dining in both. A half-day boat trip on Lake Powell takes you to Rainbow Bridge while a narrow gauge railway delivers you to Silverton from Durango. In Arizona, splash through Canyon de Chelly, then stroll through Antelope Canyon. Keep that camera handy for around every bend there is a new picture opportunity. Raft down the Colorado River and tour Monument Valley, then proceed to the North Rim of the Grand Canyon. Come prepared for all kinds of weather as you travel at high and lower altitudes – cold to warmer temperatures. America the Beautiful passes – formerly called the Golden Age Pass will save you money for entrances into the many parks we explore including Zion, Bryce, North Rim of the Grand Canyon, Arches, Canyonlands and Capitol Reef. Plans are to attend the Balloon Festival near Albuquerque and conclude with a fi nal banquet in Santa Fe. Come prepared to have fun with your fellow caravan-ners and leaders. Co-Leaders: Jay & Elna Thompson WBCCI #7293, Ph. 850-766-0036, Email: [email protected], Address: 9163 McDougal Ct, Tallahassee, FL 32312. Co-Leaders: Winston & Carol Montague WBCCI #5274, Ph. 850- 212-3726, Email: [email protected], Address: 3958 Meandering Lane,Tallahassee, FL 32308. Kitty Fee w/2 $4000, Kitty Fee w/1 $2900, Guests: $1350, Deposit: $200, Payments due: 2/1/13 (50%), 4/1/13 (50%), Cancellation fee: At the discretion of the leaders. Max. RV’s - 32Southwest Adventure Caravan has added a second section under the leadership of Margie & Phil Glassey. Traveling a few days behind Section One, you will see and enjoy the same sights, meeting with us at intervals. We are excited the Glasseys have agreed to lead this and know you will enjoy being with them. Kitty Fee w/2 $4000, Kitty Fee w/1 $2900, Guests: $1350, Deposit: $200.

N-42-F THE MAPLE LEAF TRAIL - STANDBY ONLY 7/8-8/23/2013START: COCHRANE, AB, CAN STOP: WHISTLER, BC, CANCome experience the majestic Canadian Rockies, Alberta prairies, and the Canadian playground British Columbia. On this caravan you will experi-ence the world famous Calgary Stampede and Rodeo, discover million year old dinosaur bones, tour coal mines, and visit a buffalo ranch. Travel-ing the back country there will be secluded camping, cookouts, and Indian lore. Over 100 glaciers line the spectacular Icefi elds Parkway where you will ride a snow coach at Athabasca Glacier, hike trails at Jasper National

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motorhome. You won’t have to drive for days getting to the heart of Alaska with your own rig. There are approximately 586,000 square miles to travel in Alaska. We are just giving you a nice touch of that 586,000 miles in some of the Alaskan wilderness. It is better than any zoo for viewing wildlife. You can view sea life such as humpback whales, blue whales, and orcas on a day cruise or kayaking. On land, you can view grizzly bears, wolves, lynx, moose, and bald eagles in their natural habitats. Alaska also offers the best fi shing in the world! You can’t ask for better fl y-fi shing & saltwater fi shing. You can charter a boat, seaplane, helicopter, or pull off the side of the road and cast your line! There are 3 million lakes, 3,000 rivers and 627 species of fi sh in the Alaskan waters. Mount McKinley is the highest mountain in North America. Denali National Park offers day hiking, mountain biking, and much more. This is an experience of a lifetime. You will have memories forever that you will never forget. You will also have the fun and fellowship with many WBCCI members. Traveling with the WBCCI club has been one of my greatest life experiences. We will do din-ners together, trips together and we will all be in the same campgrounds together every night, unless you take a side trip on your own. We will go to Seward, Homer, Palmer, Denali Park, Talkeetna, and back to Anchor-age. Your kitty fee will include campsites, boat trips, musk oxen farm, Iditarod sled teams, bus ride into Denali park, several meals, plus our fi nal a banquet. You are encouraged to come early and tour Anchorage. You will be on your own and it is not part of the caravan. There is a lot to see and do in Anchorage. KITTY FEE DOES NOT INCLUDE AIR FARE OR MOTORHOME RENTAL. Leaders: Jim & Bobbie Matkovich WBCCI #1790, those interested please Email: [email protected] or call, Cell 708-567-4686, Ph. 708-246-8329. Address: 5823 Harvey Ave., LaGrange, IL 60525. Kitty Fee: $2,000, Kitty Fee w/1: $1,300, Guest $700. Total Num-ber of Nights: 14, Number of Stops: 6, Maximum RV Units W/Leaders: 20, Deposit: $500, Balance Due: 5/15/2013

2014N-43-A STANDBY ONLYSPRINGTIME IN KENTUCKY 4/24-5/15/2014START: CAVE CITY, KY STOP: RENFRO VALLEY, KYBeautiful horses, lush green rolling hills, and home of the Corvette: these are just a few of the words to describe the beautiful state of Kentucky. Kentucky has something for everyone! For the fi rst time, we will begin the 3 week caravan in the Bowling Green area, home of the Corvette, and from there we will travel to 7 different areas, each with its own history, geography and culture. You will have an opportunity to spend a day at the races at the famous Churchill Downs, learn about the bourbon industry, visit a horse farm, spend a morning at My Old Kentucky Home, and visit the childhood home of Loretta Lynn. We will end our journey at Renfro Val-ley, a mecca of bluegrass music that predates The Grand Ole Opry, and Berea, known as the Art Capital of the State. In every area we will sample the southern style “home cooking” without you having to do the cooking. And these are just a few of the many places of interest you will explore! We can’t wait to welcome you to Kentucky, where hospitality is the rule, not the exception! Leaders: Larry & Shala Wilson, WBCCI #10298, Ph. 270-782-6554 or 270-792-3814, Email: [email protected], Address: 1122 Old Main Street, Hartford, KY 42347, Total Number of Nights: 22, Number of Stops: 6, Maximum RV Units/With Leader: 25, Kitty Fee w/2: $2,300, Kitty Fee w/1: $1,700, Guest: TBA, Deposit: $200, Date Balance Due: November 15, 2013, Cancellation Fee: $50 prior to 11/15/13, after this date – leaders’ discretion

N-43-B THE GREAT RIVER ROAD 9/10-10/10/2014START: BEMIDJI, MN STOP: WEST MEMPHIS, ARThe longest National Scenic Byway in the United States is the Great River Road which starts in Minnesota and begins at the headwaters of the great Mississippi River in Itasca State Park. Come with us for an opportunity to explore the many scenic, historic and recreational attractions along the mighty Mississippi as it winds 2,552 miles to the Gulf of Mexico. The Great River Road is the backbone for our journey from Bemidji, MN to West Memphis, AR. Enjoy the sights and sounds as North America’s largest river turns from a babbling brook in the tall pines to a mighty highway of commerce. We will crisscross the states of Wisconsin, Iowa, Illinois, Missouri, Arkansas and Tennessee as we enjoy the old river towns and the modern cities that have played such an important part in the history of our great country. There will be boat trips, bus & trolley tours, dinners and

entertainment including an evening with Mark Twain Himself. Join us for this great 31 day trek as we meander through countryside that provided Tom Sawyer and his friends their boyhood adventures. Leaders: Dave & Linda Andrzejewski, WBCCI #811, Ph. 603-770-1609, Email: [email protected], Address: 196 Rainbow Drive # 9616, Livingston, TX 77399-1096, Limit: 25 RVs, Kitty Fee w/2: TBD, Kitty Fee w/1: TBD, Guest: TBD, Deposit: $250, Cancellation: $100 plus non-refundable deposits before 4/1/14, Leaders discretion after.

N-43-C STANDBY ONLYNATIONAL LANDMARKS WEST 7/6-8/22/2014START: CODY, WY STOP: ARCATA, CAJoin us for the natural beauty of the Northwest after the International Rally in Gillette, WY, as we visit our National Parks, discover other signifi cant landmarks and learn some of the geology, culture, and history as we travel through these six states. We begin in Cody, WY, and travel to Yellowstone National Park to be immersed in the natural wonders of the Rocky Moun-tains. We explore the expanse of Montana’s “Big Sky” country to Glacier National Park and continue on to Olympia, WA, for visits to Mt. Rainier and Mt. St. Helens. Our encounters on the Olympic peninsula include Olympic National Park, the Hoh Rainforest, Victoria, BC and the Pacifi c Ocean where we will sample oysters and salmon and fl y kites on Long Beach. After enjoying the Columbia River Gorge, we will fi nd high desert in central Oregon on the way to Crater Lake. The Rogue River Valley is a shady change on our route back to the Pacifi c Ocean. Here we will see huge sand dunes and some of the oldest Redwoods in the country. We end our adventure on Humboldt Bay with a visit to the Giant Redwoods and fi nal banquet. In all, we will include 19 National Forests, 11 National Parks or Monuments, several state parks, and many interpretive centers. We will savor cookouts, banquets or catered meals at most of our stops. Come join us for tours, boat rides, entertainment and, of course, great fun and fel-lowship along the way. Leaders: Phil & Margie Glassey, WBCCI #5328, Ph. 360-459-5608, Email: [email protected], Address: 9101-69 Steilacoom Rd. SE, Olympia, WA 98513-6127. Limit 30 rigs. Estimated kitty fee w/2: $4,100.00; w/1: $3,200.00, Guest $950.00. Registration deposit: $250.00. Cancellation fee is $50 before 2/1/2014 plus non-refundable deposits. Leaders’ discretion after.

N-43-D SOUTHEAST COAST SPECTACULAR 10/7-11/15/2014START: REHOBOTH BEACH, DE STOP: JEKYLL ISLAND, GAIf you love seafood and want to explore the historic southeast coast of the United States, this is the caravan for you. We’ll visit an historic U.S. Life-saving Service Station (predecessor to the Coast Guard) in Delaware, eat seafood, spend a day at the Chincoteague Oyster Festival in Virginia, visit countless museums, lighthouses and beaches, eat seafood and see the sights in the historic southeast. Did we mention that we’re going to eat sea-food? We’ll also attend Morning Colors and graduation ceremonies at the U.S. Marine Corps Recruit Depot at Parris Island. The caravan will travel about six weeks starting at the Delaware Seashore State Park (south of Rehoboth Beach) and traveling through coastal Maryland, Virginia, North Carolina, South Carolina and ending at the Georgia Sea Islands. The kitty fee includes campgrounds, most with full hookups, many meals, boat, carriage and bus tours, museum admissions and much more! Leaders: Ron & Cyndi Carnein, WBCCI #9424, Ph. 623-974-4762, Email: [email protected], Address: 3700 S. Westport Ave. #1704, Sioux Falls, SD 57106, Total Number of Nights: 39, Number of Stops: 11, Maximum RV Units/With Leader: 20, Kitty Fee w/2: $3,725, Kitty Fee w/1: $2,950, Guest: $775, Deposit: $250, Date Balance Due: 2 installments, 4/1/14 & 7/1/14, Cancellation Fee: $50 before 4/1/14; Leaders’ discretion after.

N-43-G ALYESKA, THE GREAT LAND 7/12-9/12/2014START: DAWSON CREEK, BC STOP: PRINCE GEORGE, BC“The Land of the Midnight Sun”- The Alaska Caravan will start in Dawson Creek, BC, where the Alaska Highway begins at Mile Post 0 and travel for 1,500 miles to Fairbanks, AK. We will be travelling through Yukon Territory to Whitehorse, where we will turn North and travel up to Dawson City, YT where we will ferry across the Yukon River and drive the famous “Top of The World Highway,” to the town of Chicken, AK and then an optional visit to Eagle (pop. 15). It should be noted that the Top of The World Highway could be dusty or muddy. As we continue our journey, we will experience many activities such as “Klondike Kate’s,” Laird River Hotsprings, take the River Boat Discovery in Fairbanks, and experience a real Alaska Salmon

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Bake and Dinner Show. We will see many glaciers, visit Denali National Park, Mount McKinley, Juneau, pan for gold, travel along the famous Alaska Pipeline, and visit the North Pole, (home of the real Santa Claus). On our return south, we will drive the Cassiar Highway through British Columbia and back into Alaska, stopping at Hyder, AK (the last Frontier) and end the Caravan at Prince George, BC. You will enjoy unprecedented wildlife viewing opportunities, world class fi shing, and astonishing scenery on this “Once in a Lifetime Adventure!” Leaders: Bill (JJ) & Sandy Johnju-lio, WBCCI #242, Ph. 814-484-7221, Cell 216-533-1752, Email: fl [email protected], Address: 6193 Althom Road, Tidioute, PA 16351, Limit: 35 Units, Kitty Fee w/2: $6,500, Kitty Fee w/1: $4,800, Guest: $1,700, Deposit: $500, Cancellation: $50 before 01/15/2014, leaders’ discretion after that date.

N-43-I WATCH IT MADE IN THE U.S.A. 9/7-10/5/2014START: BOWLING GREEN, KY STOP: COATESVILLE, PADuring this WBCCI National Caravan, we are going to have the oppor-tunity to see people and machines make some of the products that are very familiar to us, such as the new Chevrolet Corvette, Harley Davidson motorcycles, Mack trucks, Kentucky Bourbon whiskey, baseball bats, Hershey chocolate, money at the U.S. National Mint, and more. You will learn how these products are made, and learn the history of what these companies did to grow and prosper. Many companies have a museum and company store that we will visit as well. After completing this educa-tional and fascinating journey, you will marvel at the behind the scenes processes involved in manufacturing these products. And you will be proud of the hardworking American people and companies that make it all possible. This is the second in the series of Watch It Made in the U.S.A. WBCCI National Caravans. Each caravan in this series is unique and will never be repeated. In other words, if this caravan is of interest to you, then you should consider signing up now - because it will never be done again. Leaders: George & Sharon Hilton, WBCCI #7009, Ph. 352-205-9928, Email: [email protected], Address: 214 Rainbow Drive #11436, Liv-ingston, TX 77399, Maximum RV Units/With Leader: 20/21, Total Number of Nights: 28, Number of Stops: 10, Kitty Fee w/2: $2,800.00, Kitty Fee w/1: $1,960.00, Guest: $840.00, Deposit: $500.00, Date Balance Due: July 1, 2014, Cancellation Fee: $100.00 before May 1, 2014. Caravan Leaders discretion after May 1, 2014.

N-43-J STANDBY ONLYSW ADVENTURE CARAVAN 8/25-10/15/2014START: DURANGO, CO STOP: POJOAQUE, NMThe 2014 Southwest Adventure Caravan will be in August, September and October capturing the awesome beauty of the fall landscapes. Beginning in Durango, we will visit the higher vistas fi rst, before traveling on to lower altitudes hoping to escape early snows. Bring clothes for all climates! We will fi nd what’s around the corner in this four-corners region of CO, UT, AZ, and NM, that tourists may not usually see visiting Indian pueblos, reserva-tions and learning about their cultures from Native guides. The grandeur of the scenery will amaze us as we ride the train up the mountain to Sil-verton, CO, hike to the “Palace” in Mesa Verde, or bounce into Monument Valley (seen in car commercials and movies). Moab, UT offers gorgeous views in the surrounding National Parks and excitement with “slick-rock riding” in the ultimate jeep. Whether using a camera at Capitol Reef Na-tional Park or riding a mule into Bryce Canyon, the parks will captivate us. After seeing the North Rim of the Grand Canyon, we’ll spend a relaxing 5 days beside Lake Powell and enjoy a ½ day boat trip, a raft fl oat trip and a tour through the unusual Antelope Canyon. Our fi nal 2 weeks will take us to NM exploring Gallup, Albuquerque, and Santa Fe, where we will be a part of the Hot Air Balloon Festival, we will trolley through town, we will savor local cuisine and we will visit Taos. America the Beautiful passes (formerly Golden Age Pass) will save you $ for fees in Zion, Bryce, Capitol Reef, Arches, Canyon lands and North Rim Grand Canyon National Parks. Come prepared to have fun with your fellow caravaners and leaders! Leaders: Phil & Margie Glassey, WBCCI #5328, Ph. 360-459-5608, Email: [email protected], Address: 9101-69 Steilacoom Rd. SE, Olympia, WA 98513-6127, Limit 30 rigs, Estimated kitty fee w/2: $4,300.00; w/1: $3,300.00, Guest $1,2500.00, Registration deposit: $200.00, Cancellation fee is $50 before 2/1/2014 plus non-refundable deposits. Leaders’ discre-tion after.

N-43-K FLORIDA FANTASY 02 - 03/2014START: TALLAHASSEE, FL STOP: MILE MARKER 39 (KEY WEST, FL)This caravan begins in Tallahassee where we will tour the Capital of Florida (3 days). Tour the Dudley Farm Historic Park in Alachua (2 days). Visit with the Manatees in Crystal River (2 days). Attend Alumafl amingo in Sarasota (8 days) (included in the Kitty Fee). Go to Busch Gardens and have a luncheon cruise in Seffner/Tampa Bay (4 days). In Titusville, our stay includes the 7 night/8 day cruise (base price of cruise included in the Kitty Fee, upgrades available). While in the Titusville area, we will take a bus to the Kennedy Space Center and to “Epcot” at Disney World in Orlando (13 days). From Titusville we will travel to Palatka to see Historic St. Augustine on the Red Train Tour and cruise on the Matanzas River (4 days). Our travels then take us to Umatilla in Central Florida (4 days). In Stuart (3 days), we will take a swamp tour. In Florida City we will visit the Everglades National Park and take an air boat ride to see alligators. Our fi nal stop will be at Mile Marker 39 in Big Pine Key in the Florida Keys (5 days). We will travel by bus to Key West; tour Key West by the Old Town Trolley, see the “End of the Road” Mile Marker 1 and Tour the Hemingway House. This caravan is very active and has some long days away from your rig. Leaders: Jim & Sheila Skipper, WBCCI #3178, Ph. 850-877-1729 (home), Cell 850-528-0437 or 850-519-1976, Email: [email protected], Address: 9150 Seafair Lane, Tallahassee, FL 32317, Maximum RV Units W/Leader: 26, Total Number of Nights: 50, Number of Stops: 10, Kitty Fee w/2: TBD, Kitty Fee w/1: TBD, Guest: TBD, Deposit: $250.00, 1st Payment: October 1, 2013, Balance due: November 1, 2013, Cancella-tion: $50 plus non-refundable deposit prior to November 1, 2013. Leaders’ discretion after November 1, 2013.

N-43-L GONE TO TEXAS 9/22-10/25/2014START: HILLSBORO, TX STOP: KERRVILLE, TXThe letters GTT were familiar in the United States during the early 1800’s. They meant GONE TO TEXAS. Come with us and see why it was the place to be as we travel from Hillsboro just south of Fort Worth, “Where The West Begins”, to the beautiful Texas Hill country west of San Antonio. Along the way we will visit Buffalo country, Indian Country, Oil Patches, Carlsbad Caverns, Texas Salt Flats, Old Missions, Cavalry Forts, travel along the United States/Mexico border, A PASSPORT WOULD BE REQUIRED FOR ANY TRAVEL INTO MEXICO. (NOT A CARAVAN ACTIVITY) A World Famous Observatory, Mystery Lights at Marfa, Big Bend National Park, The “Hanging Judge,” The Alamo, an Exotic Game Ranch, a Dude Ranch, and much more. Leave a message for your friends - GTT. Moderate hiking may be required on some events. Leaders: Lyle & Peggy Snow, WBCCI #7358, Ph. 832-217-4508, Email: [email protected], Address: 20935 Jessica Rose Ln., Spring TX 77379, Co-Leaders: Bill & Dorma Kindle, WBCCI#4126, Ph. 713-907-4624, Email: [email protected], Total Number of Nights: 34, Number of Stops: 14, Maximum RV Units/With Leader: 20, Kitty Fee w/2: $2,000.00, Kitty Fee w/1: $1,650.00, Guest: $450.00, Deposit: $250.00, Date Balance Due: 5/1/2014, Cancellation Fee: $50.00 prior to 5/1/14, Leaders’ discretion after 5/1/14.

N-43-M GEORGIA PLANTATIONS AND MORE 03 – 04/14 TBDSTART: TALLAHASSEE, FL STOP: WASHINGTON, GAThis new, shorter caravan will explore the plantations of Georgia and also North Florida around Tallahassee, but it will also have much more to offer. Plans are still underway but include an opportunity to visit 3 or 4 planta-tions, an 1880’s village, Callaway Gardens and Butterfl y House, not to mention eating at a number of “Southern” establishments. Spring will be a colorful time to visit the area and enjoy the beauty of the South. Co-Lead-ers: Winston & Carol Montague, WBCCI #5274, Ph. 850-878-1281, Cells 850-212-3726 or 850-491-7444, Email: [email protected], Address: 3958 Meandering Lane, Tallahassee, FL 32308. Co-Leaders: Jay & Elna Thompson, WBCCI #7293, Cells 850-212-4719 or 850-766-0036, Email: [email protected], Address: 9163 McDougal Court, Tallahas-see, FL 32312, Total Number of Nights: 18, Number of Stops: 6, Maximum RV Units/With Leaders: 22, Kitty Fee w/2: $1,600, Kitty Fee w/1: $1,300, Guest: TBD, Deposit: $200, Date Balance Due: TBD, Cancellation Fee: At the discretion of the leaders.










N-43-N TASTE OF THE BLUE RIDGE 6/2-22/2014START: CHEROKEE, NC STOP: STAUNTON, VACome with us as we travel the Blue Ridge Parkway from end to end. It will be a 500 mile adventure as we explore the history of the area. Enjoy the scenery, listen to the mountain music, and soak up the beauty of this unique roadway and the surrounding area. The driving route will cover the entire Parkway and our stops will allow us to experience things like train excursions, Early American history, the biggest private home in the U.S.A, some Civil War history, a winery or two, mountain crafts, and much, much more. A word of caution: The Blue Ridge Parkway is a winding 2 lane scenic road with a speed limit of 45 mph (you should drive slower than that to take maximum advantage of the scenery). It extends for about 500 miles through the Blue Ridge Mountains of North Carolina and Virginia. The road goes up and down and around the mountains - often - and the elevation varies from 650 to 4900 ft. Our longest travel day will be about 140 miles. If you think this adventure is for you, your equipment should be in top shape. Leaders: Jim & Bobbie Matkovich, WBCCI #1790, Ph. 708-246-8309, Cell 708-567-4686, Email: [email protected], Address: 5823 Harvey, LaGrange, IL 60525, Limit: 20 RVs, Kitty Fee w/2: TBD, Kitty Fee w/1: TBD, Guest: TBD, Deposit: $250, Cancellation: $100 before January 4, 2014. Leaders’ discretion after Jan. 4, 2014.

N-43-O WHERE DA HECK IS CHOKOLOSKEE? 10/19-11/14/2014START: McDAVID, FL STOP: EVERGLADES CITY, FLWe begin in McDavid, Florida, where we will visit the Battleship Alabama in Mobile, Alabama, and the Naval Museum in Pensacola, Florida. We will start our travels by visiting the white sand beaches of Panama City Beach. Then travel the “Forgotten Coast” of Old Florida to Apalachicola and Carrabelle where we will camp just a few yards from the beach. We will see how oysters are harvested--plus eat a few--cruise scenic rivers; kayak & hike. We will take a walking tour of historic Apalachicola. You will see manatees in the wild and maybe an optional horseback ride on the beach. On we will go to Cedar Key for clams and eat the Two-Year-In-

A-Row-International-Award-Winning- Champion Clam Chowder. When we get to Homosassa Spring/Tarpon Springs there will be more wildlife, great meals, sponge harvesting tour and some of the best shrimp ever. Moving on to Ft. Myers Beach for the Edison/Ford Tour and a high speed catamaran boat trip to KEY WEST for the day. While in Key West, you will be able to visit Hemingway’s favorite spot for beverage at Sloppy Joes. We will take a guided Conch Train tour of the island with some time left for you to explore the island on your own. We’ll move to Bonita Springs and explore Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary a gentle pristine wilderness that dates back more than 500 years. Here we will walk a 2.25 mile boardwalk meandering through pine fl atwoods, open prairie, and into the largest forest of ancient bald cypress in North America. Nearly 200 bird species are permanent or temporary residents and Corkscrew is world renowned for supporting the largest colony of nesting Woodstorks in the U.S. We will travel on to Everglades City and Chokoloskee seeing lots of alligators, a boat trip through the 10,000 islands, kayak the Everglades, eat stone crab. How about an airboat ride? Ok! You got it. There will be more boardwalks with incredible views and wildlife in Shark Valley. Of course, our fi nal banquet which will be followed by a sunset cruise to the 10,000 islands in Everglades National Park. We hope you will join us for this action packed caravan. How else could you see the World’s Smallest Police Station and the World’s Smallest Post offi ce in one trip; or get to the southern most point in the continental U.S. and the southern most point of paved road on the west coast of Florida? This caravan is very active and has some long days away from your rig. Leaders: Jim & Vickie Courtney, WBCCI #2804, Ph. 513-325-0219, Email: [email protected], Address: 200 Walnut Hill Avenue #62, Hillsboro,TX 76645. Limit 20 RVs. Kitty fee w/2 TBD; Kitty fee w/1 TBD; Guest TBD. Due to vendor payment requirements, we must receive your $500 deposit no later than October 2013. Cancellation: Leaders discretion. This is a preliminary schedule, things may change somewhat. Price to be determined. Approximate travel will be 27 days, 9 stops, 745 miles, but again, this may change. Please contact us if you are interested in this caravan.


NATIONAL CARAVAN APPLICATION(please type or print clearly - every blank must be fi lled in)

Caravan # _________________ Caravan Name _________________________________________________________________________

Last Name _______________________ First______________________Spouse_____________________WBCCI# ____________________

Summer Address __________________________________________________________________________________________________

Phone # _______________________________EMail __________

Winter Address: From: _______ To: _____________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Phone #________________________________Email ____________________________________________________________________

# of Adults__________Children_________Pets_________Ham #___________________MH/T_________ft. Handicapped?

Amount Enclosed: (US$) _______________________Check #________________

Make checks payable to: WBCCI National Caravan

Mail to: Caravan Leader




VIRGINIA COMMONWEALTH RALLYYogi Bear’s Jellystone Park

Natural Bridge, VirginiaSeptember 20 - 22, 2013

WBCCI # _________________ Unit _________________________

Name ___________________________ Spouse _________________

Address ________________________________________________

City_________________State/Prov_________Code _____________

Home Phone_________________ Cell Phone _________________

Arrival Date ________________________________

Rally Fee:$50 per person x________ = $ TOTAL $

The focus of the Rally will be a joint installation event for all WBCCI Units in Virginia. Other attractions include Natural Bridge as well as nearby caverns, trails and historic areas, such as Lexington.The rally fee includes, among other things, entertainment, two dinners and two breakfasts. Park administrators have reserved space for our group at at a 15% discount. To make reservations, call 540-291-2727 or 540-291-1941. The discounted rate for both Friday and Saturday nights will be $86.80. To reserve a site, a deposit must be made at the time of registra-tion and the complete fee paid by Sept. 1. If you would like to check in earlier or stay later, they will offer a special group rate of $29 plus tax per night.

Make checks payable to: Virginia Unit 109Mail registration & check to:

Frank Bobbitt, 1025 Greenberry Rd., Fancy Gap, VA 24328Phone: 517-290-6953, email: [email protected]

THE CANADIAN THANKSGIVING & COLUMBUS DAY RALLY

Hosted by the Cape Cod MA Unit at theCoastal Acres Camping Court

Provincetown, MAOctober 10 - 14, 2013

Name________________________Spouse ____________________

Guest __________________________________________________

Address ________________________________________________

City___________________State/Prov__________Code__________

WBCCI #____________ Airstream/MH Size: __________________

Phone ____________________ Cell _________________________

Email: __________________________________________________

Handicapped: _____________ Pets: ________________________

Rally Fees:Airstream w/2 $230.00 $ Airstream w/1 $209.00 $ Optional Lobster Dinner $35.00 pp $ Optional BBQ/Chicken & Ribs Dinner $29.00 pp $ Optional Adult Guest $81.00 $ Optional Child Guest 12 & under $24.00 $ Optional Early/Late Parking $47.00 per night $ TOTAL $

Make checks payable to: Cape Cod MA UnitMail to: Trevor Lake, Treasurer

315 Oak St., Marshfi eld, MA 02050

WBCCI # _________________ Unit __________________________

Name ___________________________ Spouse _________________

Address ________________________________________________


Phone_________________ E-mail ___________________________

Airstream Model___________Length_______License # _________

Rally Fee:Airstream w/1 adult $ 95.00 $__________Airstream w/2 adults $150.00 $__________Extra Person $ 75.00 $__________

Children 7-14 $ 25.00 $__________Children under 7 FREECamping fee per night is $15; nights ____ x $15 =

TOTAL $__________

Enjoy the magnifi cent autumn colors of New York State at the beauti-ful Ulster County Fairgrounds in New Paltz, NY. This is a great area for antiquing, hiking, climbing - the Gunks! - and visiting picturesque villages and charming local festivals.Per night camping fee includes camping at the fairgrounds (rally water and electric - bring extra water hoses and power cords - with dump sta-tion available). Rally fee includes three breakfasts and two dinners, daily seminars and classes, evening entertainment and campfi res. Nailed Shutt band returns!

Make checks payable to: WBCCI Metro New York UnitMail to: Mark Hammer, 1647 Park Ave., New Hyde Park, NY 11040

AUTUMN IN NEW YORKNew York State Rally 2013Ulster County Fairgrounds

249 Libertyville Rd., New Paltz, NYSeptember 26 - 29, 2013

Ph. 845-255-1380 / 845-255-1701



51st Annual SWISS FESTIVAL NATIONAL RALLY

Sugarcreek, OhioSeptember 21 - 29, 2013

“In the Heart of the Amish Country”Hosted by Land-O-Lakes of Ohio Unit For 51 Years

WBCCI # _________________ Unit __________________________

Name ___________________________ Spouse _________________

Address ________________________________________________

City_________________State/Prov_________Zip _______________

Phone_________________ E-Mail __________________________

First Timer______ Pets/Dogs______

Coming w/Caravan - Leader Name __________________________

______Motorhome size_________Trailer Size _________________

Offi cer - Specify National or Region Number Title _____________

Adults_______Children_______

NOTE: WBCCI dues must be paid to attend the rally.

Rally Fee:Airstream w/2 adults $190.00 $__________Airstream w/1 adult $140.00 $__________Adult Guest $ 90.00 $__________Children under 18 NC $__________TOTAL $__________

ACTIVITIES: ______ Hobby Show ______ Flea Market ______ Golf ______ Handicapped

Come join us for a fun-fi lled rally! Park at Winklepleck Grove for 9 days of fun, excitement and new things to see and do. You will be provided with water, 3 amp electric, nightly entertainment and a wide variety of tours. Visit the many gift, antique and craft shops, and enjoy a delicious home-cooked Amish dinner in an Amish home or a nearby restaurant. You may even want to take in a game of golf at the 27 hole course adjacent to the grove.A day in the park will feature a hobby show, fl ea market, golf tournament buggy rides, horse shoeing, homemade ice cream and a ham and bean soup supper cooked over an open fi re. Enjoy fresh popcorn all day. On Friday and Saturday, September 27 and 28, shuttle buses will take you to downtown Sugarcreek for the festival festivities.CANCELLATIONS: 10% service charge prior to August 31. After Sept. 1 refunds at discretion of chairman. PARKING: Starts at 8:00 AM, Septem-ber 21, no early parking except caravans of 5 or more (pre-registered) may park 1 day early on Friday, Sept. 20 until 3:00 PM.

Make checks payable to: Swiss Festival National RallyMail to: Joann Cubbison

2202 Hazel Ave., Zanesville, OH 43701Ph. 740-452-4311, Cell 740-607-4233

Email: [email protected]

50th NATIONAL MARDI GRAS RALLY Hosted by the Greater New Orleans LA Unit

Wed., February 26 - Wed., March 5, 2014UNO Lakefront Arena, New Orleans, Louisiana

WBCCI # _________________ Unit __________________________

Name ___________________________ Spouse _________________

Address ________________________________________________


Email ___________________________________________________

Phone # ___________________ Cell Phone # _________________

Winter/Summer Address: __________________________________

________________________________________________________

Rally Fee: $1,200.00 for 2 persons (7 nights parking included) $740.00 for single $460.00 for each additional personEarly Parking will be available beginning on Monday, Feb. 24 at $40.00 per night. Please add to the total if you plan to arrive early.

Deposit: $600.00 (balance to be paid by December 31, 2013)

A confi rmation email with detailed information and driving directions will be sent once your deposit is received.

Make check payable to: GNO LA Unit - National Mardi Gras RallyMail to: Lonnie Carver, P.O. Box 1131, Slidell, LA 70459

Ph. 504-957-9362 • Email: [email protected]

STANDBY ONLY

NEW JERSEY STATE RALLYJersey Shorehaven Airstream Park

728 Dennisville Rd.Cape May Courthouse (for GPS), NJ

September 19 - 22, 2013

WBCCI # _________________ Unit __________________________

Name ___________________________________________________

Cell Phone ______________________________________________

Rally Fee: $ 22.00 pp x_____ = $__________Saturday dinner only: $7/pp x_____ = $__________

Total: $__________

All campsite reservations need to be made with the park - 609-861-2293. Shaded 4-point hook-up sites are limited. Request rally rates if you’re staying in the fi eld. Camping fees will need to be paid upon arrival at the offi ce. Camping fee: Rally fi eld (water-electric): $18/night. 4-point hook-up: $38/night. Sign-up deadline: September 7, 2013

Make checks payable to: NJ State Rally - WBCCIMail to: Fred Brugmans, 91 Hillcrest Rd., Warren NJ 07059

Ph. 908-647-3215



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If you have pictures depicting WBCCI caravans and rallies, please share them with us. Th ese pictures may be used for promotional material, the Membership Directory, “Blue Beret” cover, or published in “Club Scenes”. Pictures should be of rally/caravan activities. When choosing a photo, consider the potential member and what would entice him/her to join the club. Please include a description of the picture, member names, specifi c rally/caravan, dates, etc. and send to [email protected] or WBCCI, PO Box 612, Jackson Center, OH 45334. NOTE: Original photos or .jpg fi le formats are preferred.

Blue Earth, MN, the home of the Jolly Green Giant-submitted by Frank Anderson, #2056

Northern California Unit members enjoy a guided tour of the Bale Grist Mill in Napa Valley -submitted by Bob Vasser, #26071

Washington DC Unit Installation Rally at the Shenandoah Wine Festi-val -submitted by Nick Martines, #4469

Western NC Unit Caravan on the Blue Ridge Parkway-submitted by Renate Preissler, #2361

A very tranquil place - Kanawha State Forest, photo by Fred Hazen, -submitted by Judy Hazen, #2347

Nebraska Unit Spring Rally at the Nemaha County Museum, Auburn, NE -submitted by Betty Ann Sutton, #2279


Welcome to the Airstream Owners Association

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2014 International Dues - $65.00 plus unit dues



REGION 5 RALLY“Unbridled Spirit”

General Butler State ParkCarrollton, Kentucky

September 11 - 15, 2013Register Now! Online or Mail

WBCCI # _________________ Unit __________________________

Name ___________________________________________________

Address ________________________________________________


Phone ____________________ E-mail _______________________

Trailer (_____) Motorhome (_____) Length __________________

Rally Fee:4 nights Sept. 11-15 2 Persons per Rig $199.00 4 nights Sept. 11-15 1 Person per Rig $160.00 2 nights Sept. 13-15 2 Persons per Rig $ 99.00 2 nights Sept. 13-15 1 Person per Rig $ 60.00 Extra Camping Nights:Sunday, Sept. 8 $ 16.00 Monday, Sept. 9 $ 16.00 Tuesday, Sept. 10 $ 16.00 Sunday, Sept. 15 $ 16.00

TOTAL $

Payment for additional person $39.00 and fee for tours will be col-lected on site.

Make check payable to: Region 5 WBCCI Mail to: Ron Gordy, Region 5 Treasurer, 202 McCutcheon Dr., Lafayette IN 47909

REGION 5 COMPUTER AND MOBILE TECHNOLOGY RALLY

General Butler State ParkCarrollton, KY Cabin 325

Sunday, September 8 - Tuesday, September 10, 2013

Last Name ______________________ First __________________

Spouse ___________________ Guest _______________________

Street __________________________________________________

City_________________ State/Prov_______ Code ______________

Phone ____________________ Hdcp Parking: Yes No

WBCCI # __________ Region_____________ Unit ______________

Rally Fee:Trailer/Motorhome - 2 persons $70.00 $ Trailer/Motorhome - 1 person $65.00 $ Additional persons each $10.00 $ Sun. Pizza Party (optional) _____ea. at $ 7.50 $ TOTAL $

Rally Fee includes three nights of parking, breakfasts Monday and Tues-day and two full days of seminars Monday and Tuesday. IMPORTANT: Sites for the Computer and Mobile Technology Rally partici-pants are being grouped together, but these sites will only be held through August 8. Anyone registering after that date may not be parked with the other Airstreams.

Mail registration (including SASE for receipt), with check payable to “Region 5, WBCCI” to

Ron Gordy, Region 5 Treasurer202 McCutcheon Drive, Lafayette, IN 47909

SUN VALLEY SWING-N-DIXIE JAZZJAMBOREE RALLY

River Run Ski Lodge Parking Lot, Ketchum, IdahoOctober 12 - 20, 2013

WBCCI # __________ Last Name ___________________________

First: _____________________ Spouse ______________________

Address ________________________________________________


TP: _______________________ Cell: _________________________

Email: __________________________________________________

Volunteer to work a shift: Yes____No_____ (# volunteers) _______

Rally Fee:Per person $125.00 x_____ = $__________Parking $ 30.00 $__________Total $__________

Rally Fee: $125 Fee includes: Sun Valley Jazz Festival “All Events” pass ($120 per person (incl tax) before July 31); admin. fees $5, access to River Run and all Sun Valley facilities (no charge). Parking is $30. Can-cellation Fee: Before Oct. 5th - $25; after Oct. 5th - no refund.

Make checks payable to: WBCCI Caravan (that’s the acct. we are using)

Mail check to: R.B. Bernd9101-39 Steilacoom Rd. SE

Olympia, WA 98513-6118


MICHIGAN STATE RALLY“Little Bavaria the Second Time Around”

St. Lorenz Campground400 Churchgrove RoadFrankenmuth, MI 48734

August 7 - 11, 2013

WBCCI #____________ Unit________________________________

Name ___________________________ Spouse _________________

Address ________________________________________________


Phone_________________ E-mail ___________________________

Motorhome: ______ Length of Trailer: _______ ft.

Rally Fee: w/2 Adults w/1 AdultAirstream Wed - Sun $165.00 $147.50 = $ Airstream Thurs - Sun $137.00 $124.00 = $ Airstream Fri - Sun $109.00 $100.00 = $ Additional adults $100.00 x _____ = $ Children $ 15.00 ea. x _____ = $ Wed. dinner (non workers) $5.00 ea. x _____ = $ Optional Tues. Parking $ 20.00 x _____ = $ TOTAL $

Age of Children/Grandchildren

Join the Michigan Units as we gather in Frankenmuth to celebrate the heritage of the area. Tours, Past President Luncheon, swap meet, craft/hobby show, catered dinner, full breakfast on Saturday, entertainment and hospitality. Early parking on Tuesday. Parking is between 8 AM - Noon and 1 - 5 PM. There is no parking after 5 PM. You will need to have a free fl ow-ing Y for the water hook-up. GPS Location: 43.342293,-83.748356

Make checks payable to: WBCCI Michigan State RallyMail registration to: David Brendel

5162 Ormond Rd., White Lake, MI 48383-1476Ph. 248-887-4687, email: [email protected]

WBCCI # _________________ Unit__________________ ________

Name ___________________________ Spouse _________________

Address ________________________________________________


Phone_________________ Email ____________________________

Number of Persons ________ Handicapped ___________________

PARKING FEE: PAY UPON ARRIVAL. Do not include parking fee with registration.

CAROLINAS MOUNTAIN JAMBOREE and INSTALLATION RALLY

Host: Palmetto State SC Unit 22Palmetto Cove, Cleveland, South Carolina

October 16 - 20, 2013

Rally Fee:$55.00 per person if paid by Sept. 1, 2013 $_____________

$60.00 per person if paid after Sept. 1, 2013 $_____________

$35.00 per person by Sept. 1, 2013 for arrival on Friday $_____________

Children 16 and under are free

TOTAL ENCLOSED $_____________

Send Registration Coupon, check, and stamped self-addressed business envelope for complete Rally Program brochure, directions to the rally, and receipt. Know what’s happening before you get there!

Make checks payable to: WBCCI, Carolinas State RallyMail to: Fred Brandt, P.O. Box 444, Lyman, SC 29365

STORYTELLING SPECIAL EVENT RALLY Camping at Appalachian Fairgrounds

Gray, Tennessee for the National Storytelling Festival

Jonesborough, TennesseeOctober 3 - 7, 2013

WBCCI # _________________ Unit __________________________

Names __________________________________________________

Address ________________________________________________

City ______________________ State/Prov_____Code ___________

Phone ____________________ Cell _________________________

Email __________________________________________________

Handicapped______________Amount enclosed _______________

Emergency Ph._______________________ ____________________

Please circle type: MH TR Slideouts Length________

Fee: $90 for 4 nights parking w/full hookups for fi rst 30 trailers. (This year we offer only parking.) Early parking begins Sunday, Sept. 29 at $22 per night, so come visit the area. Each person is responsible for obtaining their own tickets to the Storytelling Festival. Brochures and direc-tions will be mailed when you register. (Refund minus $5 cancellation fee.) For further info contact: Harry Herrmann, Ph. 865-300-7551 or email [email protected]

Make checks payable to: Harry HerrmannMail to: Harry Herrmann

12176 Brookstone Dr., Knoxville, TN 37934-4779



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