President Debra Dlugosz 904-221-1672 Vice President Harriet Haire 904-824-3846 Secretary Tressa Dishman 904-641-4059 Treasurer Al Richardson 904-264-5003 Newsletter Editor Don Dishman 904-641-4059 dondish37@att.net As a member of the Good Sam Club I pledge to give aid to others in need, respect nature and the environment, give back to the community and those less fortunate, treat others with dignity and respect, and to wear a smile (like Good Sam and Good Samantha s) and promote the pledge of the Good Sam Club to others. Happy Birthday April Trina Snelling - 11th Mary Frederick - 30th Happy Anniversary April Don and Tressa - 16th - 32 years spending quiet time in their rigs resting and relaxing. Kelly s RV Park, Callahan, Florida The March camp out at Kelly s Country RV Park started on Thursday. Arriving for the Early Bird were Don and Tressa, Larry and Harriet, Joe and Buddy, Al, Dave and Lucy; later, Linda and Frank came in and got set up. In between the sunshine and rainy weather, several of us had a challenge getting our satellites set up - true to living the Good Sam ideal, everyone pitched in to help get them set up. Carol and Joe were going to join us, but had to cancel due to an issue with Joe's blood pressure. For 2 o'clock tea time we had chocolate eclair cake. Then the rain really came in most folks ended up On Friday morning, after a delicious breakfast featuring biscuits and sausage gravy, Al went to pick up Della, who had stayed home to get her physical therapy. Then Paula, Jim and Paula's parents joined us, along with their grandson, Cole. Folks spent the day visiting and walking around the park - thanks to the beautiful weather. Most of us went to dinner at St. Mary's Seafood in Callahan. The food was wonderful as usual and so was the service. We returned to Kelly's where some sat around enjoying a good social time. Some played Jokers or Sequence, while others sat and visited. Saturday morning, Sharon and Pam joined us for the day. Also, Hank, Carol and Joe surprised us for the day. For breakfast that Buddy and Joe prepared two casseroles (one bacon, one sausage). We then had our chapter meeting. Since Debbie was sick with a cold, Harriet and Tressa conducted the meeting. Afterward, there was a lot of social time, cards, and board games for the day.
We had tea time, snacks, and relaxed for a while. For dinner, Larry cooked 2 Boston Butts on his new smoker. We had potato bar, coleslaw, bake beans, and all the sides and sweets we could eat. We never go hungry. Once again, Jokers and Sequence was played, while Paula worked with Tressa to help her lean how to hand quilt. On Sunday morning, Tressa left early to attend her church, Sharon was not present, so we waived services Sunday morning. We then packed up and headed home. It turned out to be a very calm and pleasant weekend. Submitted by Harriet Haire Above: Welcome sign at RV Park; Frank setting up his satellite; Holding court - how many people does it take to set up satellites? The trees made it hard to find open spots - but the group never gave up! Below: Tressa and Maggie taking a walk; Cole smelling the flowers while Grandma looks on; Al, Harriet and Tressa conducting the meeting in Deb s absence. Left: Joe and Carol, Hank and Della at the meeting; Maggie enjoying the sunshine, watching folks go by. SHIRT ORDERS - Sharon Bundy has been gathering orders for new shirts (t-shirts/golf) in both Sam and Samantha styles. If you wish to place an order, and have not already done so, please contact her no later than April 30th. Her e-mail address is sharonk2@juno.com. What Else Have We Been Up To? A number of our members attended the Georgia Samboree in Perry. Susan Roche participated in the River Run - being able to cross the bridges and finish! Jim McDade had his left knee surgery. Don, Tressa, John and Sue, along with the pups went to visit the McDade s after he got home. The first of April (yes, Easter Sunday), we went to the VA Medical Center for our regular visit. Thanks to the generosity of folks, we not only had our normal donations, but nearly 100 stuffed animals to raffle off to 2
the residents. Our Lunch Bunch at St. Mary s Seafood was a great success - we had 22 people attending - great food, wonderful time visiting with each other. Above: Activities at the Samboree in Perry, Georgia - Entertainment; Lucy playing bean bag baseball; baseball board; Getaway Sams waiting their turn to play beanbag baseball. Below: Susan Roche showing her medal for completing the River Run Race in Jacksonville.; Visiting Jim and D at their home following his surgery. Maggie and Casey playing at the pet door (at the McDades). GETAWAY SAMS 2015 CAMPOUT SCHEDULE SIGN UP SHEET (Early Bird Dates) MONTH/DATES HOSTS LOCATION Jan. (22) 23-25 Sue & John/ Esther & Gerry Pecan Park, Jacksonville Feb. (19) 20-22 No Host/Scheduled by Deb Trip to Savannah, GA March (26) 27-29 Harriet & Larry/Joe & Buddy Kelly s RV Park, Callahan, FL April (23) 24-26 Tressa & Don/Linda & Frank Wilderness RV Resort, Silver Springs, FL Kate & Nate (shadow) May (21) 22-25 Al & Della/Bob & Sheila Travelers Campground. Alachua, Fl June (25) 26-28 D. & Jim/Dave & Lucy Big Wheel, St. Mary, GA July (23) 24-26 Susan & Robert/Carol & Joe TBA Aug. (27) 28-30 Open Sept. (24) 25-27 Bobby & Darlene/ Camp Blanding (?) Oct. (22) 23-25 Deb/Paula & Jim Tropical Palms, Kissimmee, FL Nov. 17-22 Fall Samboree* Eustis, FL Dec. 31, 2015 Sharon and Pam Bundy TBA** Jan. 3, 2016 and Chapter Officers *All attendees at Samborees are asked to participate in planning/hosting a day of activities (meals, meetings, etc.). ** See note about New Year s Celebration Camp Out on Page 5. All Member Rigs are to host/co-host at least once during they year. Please also remember that, as Good Sam embers, we all pitch in to help each other where every and when ever needed. 3
GETAWAY SAMS APRIL CAMPOUT SCHEDULE Early Bird: April 23, 2015 Campout: April 24-26, 2015 Make reservation to Wilderness RV Park (352) 625-1122 RSVP to: Tressa/Don Dishman (904) 641-4059 or Linda/Frank Diegel (229) 485-8880 Rally Rate: $20.50 plus tax per night NOTE: ALL ACTIVITIES AND TIMES SUBJECT TO CHANGE. Thursday 4/23/15 Campers may begin to check in around noon Dinner On your own or at Lena s Seafood, 18478 E Hwy 40 Evening Cards and socializing in Lodge Friday 4/24/15 9 a.m. Breakfast Danish, Fruit, Apple and Cranberry Juice Coffee Available - in the Social Hall 10:45 a.m. Lunch On your own 2 p.m. Tea Time bring drinks/snacks as desired 6 p.m. BubbaQue s, 10863 E Hwy 40 Evening VA Bingo (proceeds to go to VA Fund fun prizes to winners), Cards and socializing in the Lodge Saturday 4/25/15 8:45 a.m. Breakfast French Toast, Sausage, Fruit, and Juices Coffee Available - in the Social Hall 10 a.m. Chapter Meeting Location TBA 11:45 a.m. Lunch On your own 2 p.m. Tea Time TBA 6 p.m. Dinner Baked Zitti, bring complimentary dishes* Coffee provided - in the Social Hall Evening Jurassic Park (bring dimes), Cards and socializing Sunday 4/26/15 9:30 a.m. Devotional in the Lodge Travel Home! Have a safe Trip Home Sayonara See You at the Next Camp Out Travelers Campground. Alachua, Florida PLEASE BRING YOUR DRINKS, PLATES, CUPS AND SILVERWARE TO ALL PROVIDED MEALS. * There is no stove available in the Social Hall. Amenities at campground: Jan s River Park Café; a convenience store (with WHOOPIE PIES and other tasty goodies!). 4
From D McDade: SPECIAL NOTES ABOUT FUTURE CAMP OUTS Early info on the June 25 th - 28 th camp out. Location: Big Wheel RV Park, 6031 Charlie Smith Sr. Hwy. St. Marys, GA. 31558. They have all pull thru sites on cement pads, 30/50 amp service, with the clubhouse just a short distance from each site. Early Bird (3 nights stay, with Passport America) site fee is $98.88 tax included, $25.00 required deposit in advance, non-refundable but reusable, balance due $73.88. A 2 night stay with Passport America is $59.33 tax included, $25.00 required deposit in advance, will result in a balance due $34.33 upon arrival. Owners are Ron & Karen Moody, require the advance $25.00 reservation deposit. For Reservations call 912-576-2404. They also prefer, cash, check or money order upon arrival, as they are not set up to take credit/debit cards. Directions: take exit 3 off I95, turn left at light (Rte 40). Go approx. 2 miles, turn left on King s Bay Rd. Go 2.9 miles to Spur 40 turn left (Kings Bay Naval Base is at that intersection) Pass Riverwalk, approx. 3.1 miles, Big Wheel is on the left side. For those of you who no longer have RV s or would prefer to stay at the Navy Lodge, please feel free to contact the Kings Bay Naval Base MWR office for reservations. Military ID REQUIRED. Tentative plans are for a Scavenger Hunt, Where are we?, Color My World fun, Card Bingo, etc., an Early Bird Taco Bar plus ice cream, 2 cooked breakfasts, 1 potluck (Ham provided) and 1 evening eat out at the Millhouse Steakhouse. FALL SAMBOREE - November (17 EB) 18-22, Eustis, Florida. Mark your calendar and hold the dates! The theme this year is "Memories of Christmas Past" - so get your thinking caps on for our Chapter s participation. Watch for the registration form, which will be added as soon as it is available. NEW YEAR S CELEBRATION CAMP OUT Note that the dates have been changed to December 31 through January 3rd, as the 4th weekend falls on the Christmas weekend. Due to the time of year, locating a campground to hold the camp out is more of a challenge. Therefore, please let either Al Richardson and Sharon Bundy know (by May 1st) if you are considering attending. Sharon and Pam will be responsible for activities during the weekend, with the exception of the Party and the New Year s Luncheon, which will be hosted by the Chapter Officers. 5