VOLUME XLIV, ISSUE 9 JUNE JULY 2015 NORVA NEWS. President s Message

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1 VOLUME XLIV, ISSUE 9 JUNE JULY 2015 NORVA NEWS President s Message There are currently about 6,000 members of WBCCI s Region 3, participating in local Airstream clubs all along the east coast of the U.S., from Virginia to Florida. During May, 245 Airstreamers arrived in 132 trailers and motor homes to attend the annual Region 3 Rally, this year in Charleston, S.C. Notably, 14 members of NORVA were among them, and they included one NORVA couple publicly recognized by Region 3's President Matt Hackney for their many years of service to the Region 3 leadership. Matt expressed thanks for the work of Cecil Hoosier, who not only serves NORVA as our storekeeper, but has also been serving as the official photographer for Region 3. And Cecil s wife Della, who is NORVA s terrific newsletter editor, was lauded for her great work as the Region 3 recording secretary. Cecil and Della announced to the rally attendees that they would soon be stepping down from their Region assignments and both received heartfelt applause for jobs exceptionally well done! Their selfless volunteer service, along with their dedication to WBCCI and Airstreaming, is absolutely inspirational. Luckily for us, they will continue to be treasured NORVA members and our good friends for many years to come! I found the information shared at the Region 3 rally was interesting and timely. As 2015 NORVA unit president, it is my job to represent our club and vote on issues at the upcoming international meeting of WBCCI delegates. This will happen at the end of the month during the big WBCCI rally in Farmington, N.M. So far, owners of 375 Airstream trailers and motor homes have signed up for the International rally. More are expected. I am pleased that several NORVA unit members will be making the long trip out west to attend. Included on the International Rally agenda will be voting by the delegates to elect new WBCCI officers, and to consider a new secondary name for the club. The official name will remain unchanged: (the Wally Byam Caravan Club International ), but the proposed secondary name is Airstream Club International. A parliamentary procedural change is also being put up for a vote. It is proposed that delegates follow the lead of the International Board of Trustees and allow time-consuming roll call votes to be dispensed with if unanimous consent for an issue is requested and approved without objection. This would be a time saver, because conducting roll call votes on every issue takes a very long time. If you are a regular member of the NORVA Unit, please let me know your thoughts, yea or nay, on these proposed changes so I might cast our votes accordingly at the delegates meeting. Simply me at Lbrodsky@cox.net. If you are an affiliate member of NORVA, you will be represented by the delegate from your primary WBCCI unit (contact your primary unit president to express your views on these issues). Right after the Region 3 rally ended, many of us enjoyed this year s NORVA Unit Caravan, Travels With Dick and Jane, Part III. As you can see elsewhere in this Inside this Issue newsletter, we had beautiful spring weather as our caravan toured South Carolina 3 Region 3 Rally and North Carolina, with a focus on Revolutionary War battlefields. Many thanks to 4 NORVA Caravan the Arnolds for leading a fun-filled, educational caravan. Enjoy your summer travels and stay safe! 7 New Members 8 Sugar Creek Caravan

2 PAGE 2 NORVA Officers Lew Brodsky, President lbrodsky@cox.net Bill Williamson, 1st President wewmson@embarqmail.com Dick Arnold, 2n Vice President pwft1980@hotmail.com Jane Quinn, Secretary jkquinn66@verizon.net David Baker, Treasurer camadden@aol.com Lloyd Ulrich, Membership Director lloydugator@yahoo.com Della Hoosier, Newsletter Editor hoosierw@sprynet.com Kathy Simmons, Legislative Director edsimmjr@aol.com Cecil Hoosier, Storekeeper hoosierw@sprynet.com Ed Jones, Parliamentarian thunderhorse16@yahoo.com Dick Arnold Past President pwft1980@hotmail.com Bridgewater Lawn Party Rally July 14-19, 2015 NORVA NEWS This rally will start on July 14, Tuesday afternoon around 4 PM at the Rockingham Fair Grounds in Harrisonburg, VA. The camping fee is around $25 a night payable at end of the rally. Reservations have been made. On Wednesday July 15, we will tour Grand Caverns, America's Oldest Show Cave. The senior rate is $16 that you will pay at the entrance. The tour is about 70 minutes long and walking distance is about 1 mile with some steps. On Thursday July 16, we will carpool to Cass, WV for a 4.5 hour ride on the Cass Scenic Railroad up to Bald Knob. Bald Knob at 4600 feet is the third highest peak in WV. The rate is $52 for a senior. Since I have to prepay for reservations, I need a FIRM commitment by for the train ride before June 1. You can repay me at the rally or send a check right away. There will be a full schedule in the July newsletter for this fun summer event in the Shenandoah Valley. There will be an opportunity for you to volunteer to help at the Fireman s Bingo Tent. November Rally and AARP Class Jack and Janice Hornbeck More details in the August Newsletter, such as rally fees. NORVA Members Our president must vote at the delegates meeting for the International Officers. He needs to know how to vote. Here is the list of officers that are nominated for office. A no-reply means Yes but send Lew your negative votes at lbrodsky@cox.net He needs to know by June 10. You may read the bio's of each of these in the April Blue Beret. Thanks Della International President James (Jim) Schwerdfeger International First Vice President Richard Girard International Second Vice President Jim Cocke International Third Vice President Barry Bell Recording Secretary Euna Ridenour International Treasurer Richard Turner International Nominating Committee Helen Bourgeois International Nominating committee Patti Reed Two other items Is in Lew's presidential message which are: A Secondary Name for the club "Airstream Club International" A Parliamentary Procedural change as to how the delegates vote

3 VOLUME XLIV, ISSUE 9 PAGE 3 The Region 3 Rally Ladson North Carolina This rally was held at Ladson North Carolina at the Exchange Park Fairgrounds. Matt Hackney and his group set up a wellorganized rally. There were seminars to attend and tours to take, and breakfast each morning. We had several people attend the seminars. One such seminar was the system to monitor tire pressure on the trailers and toe vehicles. Some folks attending were Bill Williamson, Edgar Simmons, Ralph Uttech, Della and Cecil Hoosier and Lew Brodsky. Others may have but this writer does not remember. The Sky Part of the group before the Library of Congress Med seminar followed breakfast and just about everyone attended. There were also leadership classes. Several planned tours for the asking or signing up were to be had. Edgar and Kathy Simmons along with Cecil and Della Hoosier took the Carriage ride through Charleston and the boat ride around the Harbor which was a bundled package. Along the way we saw the walking tour which included Lew Brodsky, Ed and Beth Jones. Tom and Fred Carmichael enjoyed golfing. Louis Uttech enjoyed all the entertainment and ice cream. Different units made breakfast each morning. Served on one morning was Oatmeal and ice cream. If you have never had this combination try it you will be surprised. They also had toppings to garnish. The other breakfasts were just as tasty, pancakes and sausage, also breakfast casserole with biscuits. On Thursday evening were the opening ceremonies. The flag bearers presented their flag when their unit was recognized. After all the announcements were completed ice cream was served. Lots of fellowship was enjoyed while savoring the ice cream. Friday and Saturday evening both had great entertainment after announcements. One young lady, Jocelyn Oldham, sang and had a system set up to where she could record herself and then sing along with the recording. For example she recorded the harmony and sang the melody. Saturday evening the entertainment was a band known as the Black Bottom Biscuits. The Region 3 business meeting was held on Friday morning. Matt Hackney went over things that was happening at International. He read two proposals that were going to International for the delegates vote. A nominating committee was elected and they were Jay Thompson, Don Allen and Alicia Rafter to select nominees for office the next two years This was a great rally, thanks to Matt Hackney and his crew.

4 PAGE 4 Traveling with Dick and Jane Part III NORVA NEWS Dick and Jane have led three NORVA caravans and each one was great in its own character. This caravan was no different. We left the Region 3 on Sunday morning after breakfast heading out on our journey. The group included Lew Brodsky and Paisley, Cecil and Della Hoosier, Ed and Beth Jones, John and Donna Pennington, Ralph and Louise Uttech, Bill Williamson and we were joined at the first stop by Jackson and Mary Ann McBroom. When trying to decide what tidbit to write about I ask Cecil what he thought. I mentioned the BMW plant and he said the thought the Freightliner plant was better. We also saw four sites that represented the Revolutionary war which were Cowpens, Kings mountain, South Carolina Confederate Relic Room and Military Museum, and Guilford Courthouse. There is not enough space to share everything so let me focus on a couple. At the BMW plant our tour guide was very personable and gave us ear phones and safety glasses. The BMW S come into the plant from the paint section on a convey belt. When they come into the plant the doors are taken off. Apparently the doors are complicated. Each car was ordered and paid for by an individual or a car dealer. Safety is very important in the plant. We had a path to walk which put us in single file. Our leader would take us to a spot and then explain what we were seeing. At one place we saw a robot that picked up the small glass that goes into the back of the X3 or X4 and put glue on it. Then the robot handed the glass to an associate to put in place on the car. One interesting thing is that the parts to the cars must be at the workstation. Associates make regular deliveries to these spots in time before the worker needs the part. If the venders do not deliver the parts on time, the venders are charged a high fine. We moved to the spot where the doors are put back on the car. Before we made it to that point we saw the cars lifted upon their side so a gas tank could be put on. Everything is done so it is ergonomically correct so the associate does not have to attached parts in and uncomfortable position. We walk down to the end of the line to see when the car is designated a BMW car. They have a sensor on hood that holds all the information for that car. After passing all quality control steps it is given an ornament that says this is a BMW. To do them they put the part in and smack it with a rubber hammer. It is like spanking a new born baby. BMW 007 Car BMW Car and Trailer At the Freightliner plant they build chaises for school busses, UPS trucks, RV s and commercial busses. We had plenty of time just to stand and watch things being put on the chaises. The line begins with two still beams. The workers begin by putting in cross supports and bolting them in place. As the frame moves down the line different associates add things in order. It is amazing how they get everything in place. We saw some of the biggest motors, wheels that are used for motor homes, buses and ups trucks. There are lots of air guns to tighten up bolts and nuts. They had this special machine that could tighten about eight lug nuts at one time. They have picnic tables set up so they can take lunch near their workplace. Arrangements are made for venders to come as specific times to sell lunch; Today it was BoJangels. A question was asked about turnover in personal. Older folks with families seem to stay and work. Young folks do not like to stay too long they do not like the hard work. The plant is very efficient, but they are working on ways to make things better. One thing they would like to get rid of the air guns and go to battery to get rid of noise. This is just a couple of the things we saw. As a member of WBCCI gives you many opportunities to see the country and enjoy sights you may not know about. Our unit has offered many great opportunities to visit historical sites, travel short distances and fellowship with one another. So grab your gear 1 hook up the Airstream and see the USA a little at a time. 1 Special Agent Gibbs

5 VOLUME XLIV, ISSUE 9 PAGE 5 NORVA Members Where are they? 2015 International Rally June 26-July 4 Cecil & Della Hoosier Ed & Beth Jones Lew Brodsky & Paisley Dick and Jane Arnold Bill Williamson Canadian Rocky Mountains Caravan August 11 September 3 Kevin and Jane Quinn Rocky Mountain High USA Caravan September 8 28 Kevin and Jane Quinn A Few Pictures from Region 3 Campground Exchange Park Gracie and Paisley with owners Jackson McBroom and Lew Brodsky Dick and Jane Arnold along with Louise and Ralph Uttech NORVA Caravan To Sugar Creek September 22-October 9 Bill Williamson Leader Jack &Janice Hornbeck Lloyd & Elaine Ulrich Cecil & Della Hoosier 2016 September The American Revolution in the Northern Colonies Ed & Beth Jones Leaders Lew Brodsky Dick and Jane Arnold Lew Brodsky, Beth and Ed Jones, Della Hoosier, Ralph and Louise Uttech, Jane and Dick Arnold, Donna and John Pennington, Fred and Tom Carmichael

6 PAGE 6 NORVA NEWS Traveling with Dick and Jane Part III Pictures Restored 611 Engine Train Ride Cowpens Tour Billy Graham Library Paisley enjoying a drink Guilford Courthouse Tour

7 VOLUME XLIV, ISSUE 9 PAGE 7 Welcome New Members Scott & Kelly Smith Valley High Rd. Herndon, Va WBCCI # 1129 Scott caveman@pacbell.com (Both) Cell Kelly Cell Cell Richard and Donna West Lee Manor Dr. Manassas, Va wldwldwest@aol.com (both) Cell phone (both) Hello from Janice and Jack Hornbeck at their daughters wedding in Colorado Motor Home for Sale Jerry and Mary Arnold have reduced the asking price of their motorhome to $54,900. It can be seen on the Nashville, TN Craigslist. It is a 2000 Airstream Land Yacht XL 390 Diesel Pusher. The NADA book value for an average condition is $65,000 retail and 45,000 wholesale. Editor Note It is time to select new officers! Think about accepting an office. See officer description in directory. Pictures by Lew Brodsky, Cecil Hoosier and Jack Hornbeck The Next Newsletter is August.

8 PAGE 8 CARAVAN TO SUGAR CREEK & COMMONWEALTH RALLIES September 20'to October 12, 2015 TENTATIVE PLAN The plan for the NORVA 2015 caravan to the National Rally at Sugar Creek, Ohio and the Commonwealth Rally is starting to shape up. The caravan fee will include camping fees and some meals going and coming from the rallies. The fees will NOT cover the Sugar Creek or the Commonwealth rally fees. Each unit attending the rallies should make their own rally reservations. When filling out the Sugar Creek Rally coupon indicate that you are in Caravan # 1 NORVA NEWS Some of you may not be able to take the time for the caravan but meet us near the rally in Berlin, Ohio on Friday and go into the rally with the caravan. The trip out to the rally will be leisurely and for the most part off of the Interstates. The return trip to Waynesboro, Virginia will also be leisurely. Sunday, 20 September-Meet at Skyline Ranch Resort campground in Front Royal, pot luck supper, and drivers meeting, get organized. Monday-Depart 0830 via US 340 north to 1-66; west on 1-66 to 1-81; south on 1-81 to US 55; west on US 55 to US 220; north on 220 to junction with US 50; west on 220/50 to Ridgeville, WV; north on 220 to 1-68; west on 1-68 to exit 22; camp at Little Meadow Trust campground Tuesday-Explore Cumberland and Union Town area Wednesday-US 40 northwest to by-pass around Union Town; continue northwest on US 40 to 1-70; West on 1-70 first exit in Ohio, US 250; northwest on US 250 to Tappin Lake State Park. Thursday--Short drive along US 250 to junction of I-77; north on 1-77 one exit to SR 39; west on SR 39 to Berlin, Ohio: (Scenic Hills Campground) Friday-Depart at 12:30 via SR 39 east to Sugar Creek Rally Campground. Sunday 4 October-Depart Rally 0900 via SR 39 east to 1-77; 1-77 south to 1-70; 1-70 east to 1-79; 1-79 south to US 50; US 50 west to Wilderness Water Park (Clarksburg, WV). This is the longest leg of the Caravan, 200 miles. Monday-Depart campground 0900 via US 50 east to 1-79; 1-79 south to exit 57 (US 19); US 19 south to Fayetteville, WV; camp at Mountain Laurel Campground Tuesday- Depart campground 0830 via US 19 north to US 60; US 60 east to 1-64; 1-64 east to 1-81 at Waynesboro, V A. Should arrive at the Commonwealth Rally, Waynesboro North 340 campground by noon as the distance from Fayettevi11e to Waynesboro is miles. Name: Spouse: WBCCI #: Motor Home: Trailer: Length: Number of Persons: Pets Caravan to Sugar Creek and from Sugar Creek to Waynesboro, Virginia Option 1 Caravan to Sugar Creek Only Camping Fees $200 Per Unit Caravan Fees $ Per person Option 2 Caravan to Sugar Creek and return to Commonwealth Camping Fees $ Caravan Fees $100 Per person Option 3 Meet at a campground (TBD) and go into Sugar Creek together No Caravan Fee Camping Fees Are estimated and subject to change Let Bill know which option you want to take Please go ahead and register at the Rallies Please have one half of the caravan and camping fees by 1 august and balance by 1 September. Please put on your Sugar Creek Rally reservation form NORVA CARAVAN. This is the only way the Sugar Creek people will have of knowing how many units will be in the caravan. Mail your coupon to: William E. Williamson, 3237 Farmview Road, Luray, Virginia wewmson@embarqmail.com

9 VOLUME XLIV, ISSUE 7 PAGE 9 Joint Rally with Virginia Unit at Douthat State Park September Mark your calendars for a new weekend rally in September at a place NORVA has not been previously! We are joining members of the Virginia Unit (WBCCI 109) and conducting a joint rally at Douthat State Park near Millboro, VA. Rally dates are Thursday, Sept. 10, to Sunday, Sept. 13 (3 nights, or 2 if you can t arrive until Friday). This Virginia State Park is located just west of the Blue Ridge. Covington, Clifton Forge, and Warm Springs are nearby. The rally activities will focus on outdoor activities with lots of free time, and will include opportunities to hike, bike, boat, canoe, fish, or you can just chill out and enjoy the local scenery. Campsites at the state park feature electric and water hookups with dump station. Fee is $30 per night. Hosts for this rally will be Steve and Kay Lambert of the Virginia unit (Phone: , sandkay65@gmail.com). Activities will include a sightseeing trip Friday morning to the nearby C&O Railway Museum, and bike rides and/or walks on the Jackson River Scenic Trail on Saturday for those so inclined. There will be happy hours and campfires each night. Pot luck dinners/cookouts are planned for Thursday and Saturday, so participants should be prepared to bring meat to grill and a dish to share. Grills will be provided. There is no rally fee, but Steve Lambert will collect a small admission fee (group rate) for those who will be going to the C&O Museum. The Lamberts ask that you make your camping reservations directly with the park. Call or go on-line to Douthat has several campgrounds. Try to book into the White Oak campground. If that is full, Whispering Pines campground may be used as overflow. The Lamberts suggest reservations be made as soon as possible because spaces are limited at the park. Make your reservation no later than May. Please complete the coupon below and mail it to NORVA President Lew Brodsky (or the information to LBrodsky@cox.net) if you intend to participate in this rally. Looking forward to seeing you at Douthat! WBCCI JOINT RALLY AT DOUTHAT STATE PARK, MILLBORO, VA, SEPTEMBER 10-13, 2015 YES, THIS IS A RALLY THAT I/WE LOOK FORWARD TO ATTENDING! Name(s): WBCCI# Trailer/MH length: feet address: Contact Phone: Arriving (Day, Date): Departing: Day, Date): Please make your camping reservations directly with the state park: I/We would like to go on the C&O Museum Tour (Friday a.m.): Yes collected. I/We will be bringing bike (s) to ride (Saturday a.m.): Yes No (Circle one) No (Circle one) Small fee to be Please mail this coupon or this information to Lew Brodsky, 6829 Ridgeway Drive, Springfield, VA 22150, LBrodsky@cox.net.

10 NEWS LETTER EDITOR DELLA HOOSIER 3448 HOLLY SPRINGS ROAD AMISSVILLE VA June 26 July 4 July August NORVA SCHEDULE International Rally Farmington New Mexico Bridgewater Lawn Party Host Edgar & Kathy Simmons Case Train Ride Galax Special Event Rally Region 3 Host Julian & Lynne Clements September Douthat State Park Joint Rally Host Steve and Kay Lambert September 20 October 9 October 9-11 Caravan to Sugar Creek OH Leader Bill Williamson Enjoy the Swiss Festival at the Sugar Creek Rally Tours in Amish country Virginia Commonwealth Rally North 340 Campground 1125 East Side Hwy Waynesboro, VA Host Shenandoah of Virginia Unit November13-15 AARP Class at Misty Mountain Host Jack and Janice Hornbeck Dinner at Paul and Cynthia Pearce Lovely Home December 5 or 6 Holiday Dinner Rally Knight of Columbus Arlington Host Fred and Tom Carmichael