SUMMER RALLY AT KIN BEACH, COMOX

JULY 16 – 18, 2008

A Summer Rally was held at Kin Beach Provincial Park, Comox the weekend of July 16 – 18, 2008.

There were 33 coaches attending and our hosts were Lee & Barbara Burnham, and co-hosts, Joe & Stella Blogg.

The weather was wonderful and the setting was beautiful, very close to the ocean.

 More Pictures Click HERE

On Wednesday we were treated to a delicious “Seafood Chowder” made by one of our newest members, Mick Hargreaves.  Buns with meat, cheese, tomatoes & cucumbers followed with cheesecake and carrot cake for dessert.  The evening was spent playing cards and visiting.

 Thursday morning breakfast of pancakes, fruit, whipping cream and sausages was a hit.  Following breakfast we had our choice of two very interesting tours.  One tour was to Filberg Park in Comox which included lunch at the Tea House followed by a very interesting tour of the House and Grounds.  The other tour was to the Air Force Museum including a guided tour of the Museum and Spitfire Aircraft.  Prior to that tour, there was lunch at the Griffin Pub. 

 Upon returning to the grounds, Happy Hour was on, followed by a delicious Pot Luck Supper.  Pies and ice cream ended the meal.

 After supper the answers to the “Do you Know BC” questionnaire were given.  The winner was Else Strand and the person with the least number right (3) was Russ McAvella who received a “Poor Man’s GPS” (a map of BC).  The evening ended with visiting and card games (several members were introduced to King’s Cribbage – an excellent game).

 Sunday Morning featured a “Continental Breakfast” of muffins, bagels, croissants, yoghurt, fruit salad, and beverages.

 A short meeting was held after Breakfast and then it was time to take down the equipment and head for home.  Several members stayed at Kin Beach for a few more days to enjoy the sun and several other members carried on their journey up-island to enjoy some of the sights of the Island.

 There were two 50/50 draws at this rally and the winners were Shona Franz and Kathie Balogh.

 It was a very enjoyable rally and many thanks to the Burnhams for doing such a good job.   

Submitted by Stella Blogg  

FALL RALLY INFO

FALL RALLY

Come one, come all to our rally in the fall

Date: September 26, 27, 28
Place: Easter Seal Camp - Shawnigan Lake, B. C.
Cost: $60 per coach


This is our final rally for the year so we are planning something a bit different. We are very lucky to be able to use the facilities at the Easter Seal Camp. The fields are very large and so we have room for every one. As we mentioned before there will be about 10 electrical services available for an extra $5 per coach and on a first paid basis. Please include this with your registration. I will be notifying the ones we are able to accommodate and refunding the others at the rally.

As usual we will have the potluck dinner on Friday night plus two breakfasts and a dinner on Saturday night. We will also have some musical entertainment to be held inside in the dining hall on Saturday evening from 7:30 - 10:30 (approximately). I am sure you will find this most enjoyable.

We have set aside 10 - noon on Saturday for those wishing to hold a garage sale. Just bring a table and set your valuables on it in front of your motor home.
You are on your own for lunch on Saturday.

A tour is planned to Merridale Ciderworks on Saturday at 2:00. This is a little different than the usual winery tours as they only make cider. It’s about an hour long and they will take us through their orchards as well as their cider house and of course a little tasting. There is an additional charge for this of $6 per person.
Please advise if you are interested in this tour. Tour fees will be collected at the rally.

As there is a low overpass (clearance 11ft) on one of the roads to the rally we will be sending a map later and ask that you study it carefully.I don’t think any of us want to leave our a/c behind. It would be a good idea for you to unhitch your tow vehicle at the designated spots as it is a sharp right hand turn up to the camping area. There will be someone to help you get in and if you have to back up the traffic can be stopped. IF YOU COME BEFORE NOON ON FRIDAY THERE WON’T BE ANYONE TO ASSIST YOU....

Please have your registration money in by September 12 or before so that we know how many to expect and can plan accordingly. Don’t forget - if you would like power send in the $5 with your registration fee.

For those heading north there is a dumping station at the Duncan RV Park at the second set of lights on the left going into Duncan. It is just before the bridge. They charge $5 to be paid at the office. There is plenty of room for large units.
We don’t know about any south of Duncan but will check into it.

Also don’t forget to bring along one gift (new or in good used condition). We are asking this to be a useful gift - not gags or silly ones - and that you wrap it in newspaper so that members will not know what is in the package.

We are not planning organized happy hours but you are most welcome to do these on your own.

A map and more information will follow closer to the rally date.

Please make out your cheques to Marjorie and mail them to her, at the address in her email.

Hope to see you all at the rally!!!!!

Wayne & Marge
Gus & Else
Lorne & Evelyn

North West Area Newsletter & Sept Rally

The North West Area Newsletter, by Judy Keppler can be found on the Vancouver Islanders Web site (link on the left) or HERE. Enjoy.

Also Marjorie Hendricks has indicated by email that their will be a September Rally Friday to Sunday (Sep. 26th to 28th) at Shawnigan Lake Easter Seal Camp. The field is huge and we will have room for anyone wishing to come. We would like to see a great turnout for our last rally of the year. No worries about the weather as the accommodation there is good and "rain proof" We will have facilities such as bathrooms, showers, covered eating areas and some electrical sites that will be available for a fee - more information later on that. There is even a small kitchen for cleaning up after meals.

We are asking each and every one of you for your input as to the type of rally you prefer. Some members have indicated that they would like to be on their own for meals. Would you like to have:
Happy hours as per usual?
Pot luck dinners?
Catered meals?
Breakfasts prepared?
Games - indoors or out?
Tours?

We are also asking each member to bring a useful (new or used in good condition) item that you
no longer need or use. This is for prizes (more information at the rally). Please do not wrap it.

More details to follow.

Here are a couple of pictures at the July Kin Beach Rally, compliments of Marjorie Hendricks.

Comox Rally Details

COMOX VALLEY RALLY

JULY 16 – 18, 2008

DIRECTIONS: Take Exit 117 off Hwy 19 to Courtenay/Comox. Turn Left on Cliffe Ave. (19A). Stay in the right lane for the 17th St. Bridge. Across the bridge, turn left (from either lane) on 19A. As you are passing Super Store, you will turn right at the light, onto Ryan Rd. Continue on Ryan Rd. up the hill and on toward the Air Force Base. Just before the entrance to the Air Force Base, turn left on Little River Rd. than right on Kilmorley Rd. (at the sign for the Griffin Pub). Go left at the fork in the road and right at the bottom of the hill, into Kin Beach Provincial Park. Follow the FMCA SIGNS.

Please DO NOT arrive before 12:00 noon on the 16th. Space may be limited for “toads” but we will need them for transportation on Thursday.

Wednesday, July 16th
12:00 noon – 3:00 p.m. Arrival Time. WELCOME!!!!
Pick up Info. Package from Barb and Lee
3:00 p.m. Beachcombing, settle in, get acquainted again, visit.
4:00 p.m. Happy Hour - If your last name begins with A – H please bring “Appies”. BYOB.
5:30 p.m. Seafood Chowder by Chef Mick!! With meats, buns, dessert, coffee & tea!
Evening – Visiting, cards, games, etc.

Thursday, July 17th GOOD MORNING!!
7:30 a.m. Coffee is on!
8:30 a.m. Breakfast – Pancakes, Sausages, Fruit, Juice.
11:30 a.m. Your choice of Guided Tours:

Filberg Park, Comox. Luncheon at Tea House (menu and prices provided), then a tour of the Filberg Lodge and Grounds. OR

Air Force Museum, guided tour of Museum and Spitfire Aircraft. Lunch at Griffin Pub.

4:00 p.m. Happy Hour – If your last name begins with I – Z, please bring “Appies”. BYOB
5:30 p.m Pot Luck Supper - A – H please bring Salads/Veggies, I – Z please bring Main Meals. Dessert will be provided.
After dinner, answers to “Do you know BC?”
Evening – Cards, games and (hopefully) a BON FIRE!

Friday, July 18th
7:30 a.m. Coffee is On! - One Pot
8:30 a.m. Breakfast – Fruit, Muffins, Bagels, Yogurt, Juice
- Book Exchange right after Breakfast
9:30 a.m. Clean Up and Tear Down
11:30 a.m. Leave the area.

Note: There is a Sani Dump behind Canadian Tire, in Courtenay (Bottom of Ryan Rd.) or the Husky Station on Cliffe Ave., on the left, leaving town ($5.00). Also, one in Nanaimo at Woodgrove Centre (Petro Can).

Remember to wear your name badge at all times or the Sheriff will fine you!

Dogs are most welcome but must have their owners in tow and droppings must be picked up. Remember dogs are NOT permitted in the food area at any time.