Happy Wanderings. Upcoming Rallies. Years of Happy Wandering. SNOWFLAKES, FRIENDSHIP and WINTER CHEER. March Rally. April Rally

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26 Years of Happy Wandering Happy Wanderings Vol.

the Happy (OK) Wanderers Rallies. I hope that your time off during the winter allowed you to become healthy, wealthy, and wise; well at least healthy!

Take the time now to fill out BOTH registration forms and send them in BEFORE you forget about it.

Check out pages 5 and 6 for details SNOWFLAKES, FRIENDSHIP and WINTER CHEER Greeted by sparking snowflakes atop winter tablecloths of white and black, the annual Christmas Luncheon hosted by Julie

The elegant clear snowflakes, which changed colors, were sitting on magnolia leaves and surrounded by pine cones.

1 26 Years of Happy Wandering Happy Wanderings Vol. XXVI The Official Newsletter of the Happy (OK) Wanderers Issue 1 March, An Affiliated Chapter of the Family Motor Coach Association more information Well, it is time to start making plans to attend the Happy (OK) Wanderers Rallies. I hope that your time off during the winter allowed you to become healthy, wealthy, and wise; well at least healthy! Please note that this newsletter contains the registration form for both the March and April Rallies. Also, be aware that there are some early deadlines for reserving camp space and for registering. Take the time now to fill out BOTH registration forms and send them in BEFORE you forget about it. Mary and I will probably not get to see you till the September Rally in Durant because of my hip replacement and rehab. So be safe and have... Happy Wanderings South Central Area FMCA April Rally Colbert, OK April 20-23, Rally registration is Included in this Newsletter. Check out pages 7 and 8 for details. Upcoming Rallies March Rally Coyote Ranch Resort, Jelly Stone Park Wichita Falls, TX March 16-19, Rally registration is included in this Newsletter. Check out pages 5 and 6 for details SNOWFLAKES, FRIENDSHIP and WINTER CHEER Greeted by sparking snowflakes atop winter tablecloths of white and black, the annual Christmas Luncheon hosted by Julie and Steve Bivin at their church in Stroud was a wonderful time of feasting and friendship. The elegant clear snowflakes, which changed colors, were sitting on magnolia leaves and surrounded by pine cones. The centerpiece of the appetizer table featured a large glass Story Details by Von Stogner bottle filled with gold ornaments. All were indicators of the winter cheer appreciated by the Happy OK Wanderers. The menu of prime rib, salad, baked potatoes, and carrots was a feast for kings. The cake squares served in glass and topped with strawberry mousse was a feast for angels. Prior to the lunch, all enjoyed a magnificent selection of over twenty appetizers as members shared stories and holiday plans. President Rita Team welcomed all to the festivities and thanked the hosts. Host Julie Bivin introduced her Sunday School class members who prepare the luncheon as a fund raising event to support their church activities and needs. Second Vice- President Dick Stickle thanked all those who have Story Continues on Page 3

March Page 2 Rally Host for Rally Schedule For March 7-10, FMCA s 95th International Rally Chandler, Arizona DATE March 16-19 LOCA- TION Coyote Ranch RV Resort Wichita Falls, Texas HOSTS Tommy & Rita

Colbert, Oklahoma Frank & Cyndi Timchak, Chuck & Annie Myers, Leroy & Lois Hinderliter, Jack & Wanda Meader, Faye Shelton Elected Officers President Rita and Tommy Team 1st Vice-President Frank and

2 March Page 2 Rally Host for Rally Schedule For March 7-10, FMCA s 95th International Rally Chandler, Arizona DATE March LOCA- TION Coyote Ranch RV Resort Wichita Falls, Texas HOSTS Tommy & Rita Team, Ron & Evelyn Lee June Guess, Norma Hamel, John & Alma Belzer Jim & Donna Bratcher March Coyote Ranch Resort Wichita Falls, TX April Colbert, OK April Riverview RV Park Colbert, Oklahoma Frank & Cyndi Timchak, Chuck & Annie Myers, Leroy & Lois Hinderliter, Jack & Wanda Meader, Faye Shelton Elected Officers President Rita and Tommy Team 1st Vice-President Frank and Cyndi Timchak New Member Recruitment May 18-21, Little Turtle RV Resort Eufaula, OK June Wonderlust RV Park Eureka Springs, AR May Little Turtle RV Park Eufaula, Oklahoma Randy & Beth Plant, Rod & Ginger Cleavlin, Bob & Donna Waller, Frank & Sandy Taber, Tom Murdoch 2nd Vice-President Dick and Hellen Stickle Host Recruitment 3rd Vice-President Jerry and Jerri Messner Rally Site Coordinator Secretary Lois & Joe Sturgil Treasurer Vera and Joe Bouse National Director Dan Stogner Alt. Nat. Director Jerry Slutz Nominating Committee Dwayne Davis Mary Frizzell Lavonna Kinnamon July FMCA s 96th International Rally Indianapolis, IN September Choctaw Casino KOA Durant, OK October Big Red Barn RV Park Carthage, Missouri October South Central Area Rally Texarkana, AR December 9 (Date and Location is Tentative) Christmas Luncheon Stroud, OK June September October Wanderlust RV Park Eureka Springs, Arkansas Choctaw Casino KOA Durant, Oklahoma Big Red Barn RV Park Carthage, Missouri Dick & Hellen Stickle, Tillman & Mary Frizzell, Dan & Vonieta Stogner Dwayne & Dee Davis Need and Additional Volunteer Neal & Betty VonTunglen Marvin & Chris Curtis Joe & Vera Bouse Joe & Lois Sturgil Jerry & Jerri Messner Michael & Lyanna McKinney Carl & Phala Clough Edd & Louise Alexander Ken & Linda Johnson David & Elizabeth Hubl Member Services - Official HOW WEB-site at com Membership Betty Shedrick Hospitality Lois Austin Webmaster Dwayne Davis Newsletter Earl Powell Chapter Photographer Joe Sturgil Profile Books Cyndi Timchak DA Award Coordinators Earl Powell Frank Timchak Dan Stogner Chapter Clothing Rod & Ginger Cleavelin Devotional Leader Jim Bratcher

March Page 3 Story Continued from Page 1 already signed the roster to host a rally and asked for volunteers to complete the rally host listing. Chaplain Jim Bratcher offered the Christmas blessing.

3 March Page 3 Story Continued from Page 1 already signed the roster to host a rally and asked for volunteers to complete the rally host listing. Chaplain Jim Bratcher offered the Christmas blessing. Our Christmas Luncheon is always a special event because we can enjoy many of our Associate Members participating. Attending were John and Danet Trivette, Frank and Sandy Taber, Judy Janicke, Jerri and Jerry Messner, Rod and Ethel Sartwell, Marvin and Chris Curtis, Tommy and Rita Team, Gary and LaVonda Waldron, Joe and Vera Bouse, Tillman and Mary Frizzell, Ron and Evelyn Lee, Gilbert and Lois Stagner, Carl and Phala Clough, Joe and Lois Sturgil, Neal and Betty Von Tuneln, Frank and Cyndi Timchak, Steve and Julie Bivin, Kent and Lynda Van Fossen, Dick and Hellen Stickle, June Guess, Norma Hamel, Ken and Shirley Absher, Leroy and Lois Hinderliter, Don and Lavonna Kinnamon, Dick and Marlene Pinksraff, M. D. and Terri Gentry, David and Elizabeth Huble, Aaron Huble, Jim and Donna Bratcher, Dan and Von Stogner, John and Alma Belzer, Ken and Linda Johnson, Ernie and Jolene Hartman, and Gary and Dorothy Van Fossen. Julie and Steve also opened their home for additional Christmas cheer to enjoy Julie s famous warm cider and holiday treats and all the festive decorations. RV Mobile Lube Service Directions Service will be provided at the April Rally, April If you are requesting lube service, you are asked to fill out the bottom box on the registration page. This will assist Robert in having enough of the correct supplies available to service our coaches. If you would like to see prices just go to for an up to date price list of services that are offered. Robert accepts cash, check, or credit cards for payment of services If you are having service please arrive Wednesday or before of the rally week to allow Robert enough time to service all of the coaches by Friday Evening. Robert is someone that has serviced several of our coaches for several years. He is well trained and does an excellent job. Where else can you sit in your lawn chair with a cold drink watching you coach being serviced? RV Mobile Lube Service (Please fill out and cut out and include with your April Registration) Brand of Coach (ie. Winnebago, Newmar, etc.) : Size and Brand of Engine (ie 450 Cummins, 350 Cat, etc): Circle items to be serviced: Engine Chassis Generator Special service request: Payment will be made to service provider, cash, check, or credit card accepted Come to FMCA s South Central Area Rally October at 4-States Fairgrounds Texarkana, Arkansas Presented by the Six-State Rally Association All attendees to the Rally my volunteer to work at the Rally (Attendees must sign-up on the SCA Registration Form)

March Page 4 Jelly stone Park at Coyote Ranch RV Resort 14145 U. S.

4 March Page 4 Jelly stone Park at Coyote Ranch RV Resort U. S. HWY 287 North Wichita Falls, TX Rally Theme: Rally Menu Thursday - March 16 6 pm Dinner: Baked Potato Bar, Salad, Dessert Visitation after dinner (no activity planned at this time) Friday - March 17 9 am Breakfast: Biscuits, sausage, gravy, juice Lunch on your own 6 pm Dinner: tostadas, dessert Group Game & visit after dinner/games Saturday - March 18 9 am Breakfast: Scrambled eggs/ham, biscuits, fruit 10 AM BUSINESS MEETING Lunch on your own 6 pm Dinner: Hamburger Stew, cornbread, cookies, ice cream Group Game & visit after/games Sunday March 19 8:30 am Breakfast: Rolls & coffee Devotional immediately after breakfast Departure

5 March Page 5 Jelly stone Park at Coyote Ranch RV Resort U. S. HWY 287 North Wichita Falls, TX Directions Southbound: Take Highway 287, exit on Fisher Road, follow signs. Northbound: Highway 287 to Fisher Road Exit, turn left over bridge and follow signs to park entrance. Rally Registration Deadline: March 8, Rally Fee is $15/Person. Check should be made payable to Happy (OK) Wanderers. Completed Registration Form is to be mailed to: Rita Team 5604 NW 120th Circle Oklahoma City, OK Park Registration Deadline: March 8, Call park for reservations. Tell them you are with the Happy (OK) Wanderers. Camping Fee is $35/Night an will be honored before rally beginning March 13, till the end of the rally. Camping fee will be paid to the campground upon arrival and check-in. Hook-ups are 30/50 amp, water, sewer, cable, and limited wifi. Cabins are available, limited number, at $70/Night. Debbie Norton is General Manager of the Campground. Host Committee: Tommy and Rita Team, John and Alma Belzer, Jim and Donna Bratcher, June Guess, Norma Hamel, Ron and Eveyln Lee Jelly Stone Park at Coyote Ranch RV Resort Registration Name: Cell Phone Number: Arrival Date: Departure Date: Number of people attending X $15/person/meal = $ For Associate Members and Guests not attending the full rally I will attend Breakfast, Dinner, on the following day(s): Number of people attending X $5/person/meal = $

6 March Page S. Dickson Dr. Colbert, OK April 20 23, These are the basic times for all meals. More details will be provided on the Activity Sheet in your Arrival Packet. Thursday: April 20 th Supper: 6:00 pm Hamburgers/Hot Dogs, chips & fixin's trimmin's, baked beans, fruit cocktail w/bananas, drinks Evening Entertainment: Surprise! Individual games & fellowship afterward Friday: Breakfast: 8:30-9:30 am Pancakes, sausage, fruit, coffee & juice April 21 1st Lunch: On your own. Supper: 6:00 pm Spaghetti with sauce, garlic french bread, tossed salad, banana pudding, drinks (BRING A BOWL FOR TOSSED SALAD) Evening Entertainment: Card Bingo Individual games & fellowship afterward Saturday: April 22 nd Breakfast: 8:30-9:30 am Biscuits & gravy, fruit, coffee & juice Lunch: On your own Supper: 6:00 pm Meatloaf, scallop potatoes, ice cream with trimmin's & drinks Evening Entertainment: TBA Individual games and fellowship afterward Sunday: Breakfast: 9:00 am Breakfast buritos April 23 rd PLEASE REMEMBER TO BRING YOUR OWN PLATES, SILVERWARE, GLASSES AND BOWLES (WHEN NEEDED) TO ALL MEALS.

7 March Page S. Dickson Dr. Colbert, OK April 20 23, From Tulsa: Take I-44 west to US75, south on US75 to Indian Nation Turnpike, Indian Nation Turnpike (about 41 miles) to US69, US69 into Colbert. Continue on US-69/75 South, Take River Road Exit (very last exit in Oklahoma), Turn right at the stop sign (this will take you to the East side of US-69/75), Turn onto Dickson Drive (1st right), Just before the dead end, Dickson Drive turns left, becomes RiverView Drive and crosses the rail road tracks. Stay right just after the railroad crossing, and the office, located inside the store, is the first building on the right. From Oklahoma City: East on I-40 to Indian Nation Tpk, use same directions as for Tulsa. OR I-35 South toward Ardmore, Exit US- 70 (exit #29) East toward Madill, Continue on US-70 East toward Durant, In Durant take US-69/75 South toward Denison, Texas,Continue on US-69/75 South, Take River Road Exit (very last exit in Oklahoma), Turn right at the stop sign (this will take you to the East side of US-69/75), Turn onto Dickson Drive (1st right), Just before the dead end, Dickson Drive turns left, becomes River View Drive and crosses the rail road tracks. Stay right just after the railroad crossing, and the office, located inside the store, is the first building on the right. Park Reservations: Cancelation: Deadline is Monday, March 27, (They need a heads up to place us all together). Any reservation after this date is not guaranteed to be parked with the club. You will need to call and make your own reservation at the rv park. Riverview park # is: Within 48 hours OR if you cancel late or no show, will cost you for 1 night or all of your stay.!! Credit cards: All credit/debit cards except American Express!! You must tell them you are with HAPPY OK WANDERERS to be parked with the club. Ask about cancellation fees when making reservations with park. Let them know if you are a host or if you have special needs so you can be parked closer to rally room. Cost: Rally fee per night per coach: $30. Rate pre & post rally rate: Waiting for Edna's decision. Cabins: $89.25 when available. 1 cabin at $ (Call ASAP if you would like a cabin and ask for details) Rally Registration: Rally registration fee is $15 per person with checks made payable to Happy (OK) Wanderers and mailed to: Frank & Cyndi Tmchak 611 S. 273rd East Ave Catoosa, OK Hosts: Frank & Cyndi Timchak, Chuck & Annie Myers, Leroy & Lois Hinderliter, Jack & Wanda Meador, Fay Shelton - riverviewcolbert.com April 20 23, Name: Cell Phone #: Arrival Date: Departure Date: Coach Brand: No. of People attending: x $15/person = $ For Associate Members and Guests not attending the full rally: I will attend Breakfast, Dinner, on the following day:: Number of people attending X $5/person/meal = $ Total Enclosed:

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Happy Wanderings RAINBOWS AND LEPRECAHNS. Durant Rally - Registration on Page 6. Happy Wandering! The Official Newsletter of the Happy (OK) Wanderers Happy Wanderings Vol. XXVII Issue 3 The Official Newsletter of the Happy (OK) Wanderers An Affiliated Chapter of the Family Motor Coach Association April, 2018 Durant Rally - Registration on Page 6 more