Alumalina 2018

[rcw2002]

This is Bob and Rosa #104 on the list. We are really looking forward to the October Rally! If we get there a day or two in advance will that be a problem, do we need to advise the park in advance?

[sandlapper]

Originally Posted by rcw2002

This is Bob and Rosa #104 on the list. We are really looking forward to the October Rally! If we get there a day or two in advance will that be a problem, do we need to advise the park in advance?

Howdy there folks, we are really looking forward to having you with us in October. Come on in whenever you want, no need to make any advanced reservation with the Campground, we will all settle up later.

Late October in the Blue Ridge Mountains will be spectacular and well worth the extra days. Leaves should be awesome, days pleasant, nights cool, hospitality unbeatable. You will like it.

[ITowSilver]

Yesterday a spot opened in the 2018 Gone To Texas rally that we were wait-listed for. It overlaps with Alumalina so we must cancel. Good luck and have a great time.

[sandlapper]

Originally Posted by ITowSilver

Yesterday a spot opened in the 2018 Gone To Texas rally that we were wait-listed for. It overlaps with Alumalina so we must cancel. Good luck and have a great time.

Thanks for checking out folks, we will miss you but know you will be having a great time on the Caravan. Safe and happy travels, maybe see you next year.

[Al 61 Bambi]

John:

Wife Lisa, daughter Hope (10), would like to join you and the others for our first ever organized camping adventure of any kind. Scott Whitmire was working on our camper last year and I made a quick visit after the sun went down to get an idea of what to expect this year. I really enjoyed Scott's vintage movie too! We can't wait to join you. Thank you in advance for adding us to your list of guests!

-Bret, Spartanburg, SC

[Fair_Enough]

Hi John... Sandlapper,
Just saw this yesterday and my wife and I would love to join you. Just us two.

First Airstream gathering for us.

Clinton and Jeanette Johnson from Hilliard, FL
Handle: Wolfwhistle
Airstream we call, Home Remedy
Its said to be cheaper than therapy, but I'm not so sure.

[Al U. Minium]

Also a first timer for rally.

What, if any, differences should I plan for or bring, as compared to a single space 4 day camping trip?

I am thinking extra water hose, for example, if the water bib is further away.

Also, do you get packed in where you can't or don't want to get your TV out---so plan to bring all groceries with you?

At this event will there be a lot of vendor booths, scheduled panel discussions, and so forth, to attend, or is a day more like chill around your camper, walk around and chat?

Really looking forward to seeing all the Airstream coaches in one place!

I am the other half of 161thewildhare on the list. 30 Serenity 2017, our first season with it.

[Bounder]

Hello, Carole and I will be attending. We sometimes travel with the Florida Suncoast Unit. Looking forward to being there.


This will be our first time at Alumalina.

[printcessltd]

hi John
Please put me on the list
Cherylanne Weaver from the Carolinas Unit

[SCFamily]

Marty, Amy, Emma, and Luke Patterson. Looking forward to seeing y'all again!!

[gypsydad]

Originally Posted by Al U. Minium

Also a first timer for rally.

What, if any, differences should I plan for or bring, as compared to a single space 4 day camping trip?

I am thinking extra water hose, for example, if the water bib is further away.

Also, do you get packed in where you can't or don't want to get your TV out---so plan to bring all groceries with you?

At this event will there be a lot of vendor booths, scheduled panel discussions, and so forth, to attend, or is a day more like chill around your camper, walk around and chat?

Really looking forward to seeing all the Airstream coaches in one place!

I am the other half of 161thewildhare on the list. 30 Serenity 2017, our first season with it.

We attended last year and will be there again this year. There were several scheduled "classes" on useful information which you can attend, like "how your brakes work", "traveling to Alaska", "boondocking", "basics of setting up an AS", "latest updates on the AS Wally Byam official membership club", etc...very good topics. There was (will be again, I hope) a "craft beer" event where folks swapped their favorit beers...(i will be bringing some from my son's Hi Sign Brewery in Austin, again)...there are planned breakfasts and dinners...a margarita happy hour, and all sorts of stuff...one of the local dealers brought out a new AS for folks to see...you can choose to participate or just hang out with new friends...it's a lot of fun.
Many of us had TV's but most everyone I saw was chilling with new friends...

All I would bring outside of your normal camp gear is some extra Opossum sauce...that goes pretty fast at the BBQ!

[ashe]

I am coming. 25ft flying Cloud. Hope to recruit a new Airstreamer to come as well.
Nick Mimken
#5003

[Msmoto]

I am presenting a new idea, at least for me. As my SOB (Some other brand) is not going to be delivered to me by the Alumalina Rally.... and, as I am only about 2 hours away..... I am wondering if I can come down on Friday, stay for the Friday night stuff, and overnight in a nearby motel? Then I would hang around for the possum fest, back to the motel for another night and head home on Sunday.

I think I missed Alumalina last year and do not want to miss two in a row. Just let me know, John. Be happy to cover the expenses for a "day person".

Thanks

[sandlapper]

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4. Cispook…. Sue and Mike
5. Debbi Flick
6. MtnLvrs…. Paula and Larry
7. 247stream…. Bill and Robin
8. Airsuccess…. Chuck and Carole
9. Tusocks…. Mark and Jeannie
10. Lakegirl2006…. Jim and Shelly
11. Rperrym…. Rick and Debra
12. StreamNTyme…. Don and Kate
13. Kathyblake….Kathy and Gordon
14. Chillpoints…. John and Allyson
15. Jimfa440…. Jim and Rita
16. Damascus…. Ray and Carol
17. MsMoto…. Tommie
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68. Boog…. Bob and Phyllis
69. Harryk…. Joyce and Harry
70. Jm2…. Joseph and Gabrielle
71. Midgesa…. Midge
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76. Sctinman44…. Ken and Barbara
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84. SilverLeaf…. Bill and Barbara
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87. TIJO2…. Tim and Mary Ann
88. NHdigger....Bill and Barbara
89. BAB....Barry and Glen
90. John and Linda Foster
91. Ronnie B
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94. Silvereagle2....David and Beth
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97. Streamer77....Mary Anne and John
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100. pickercw....Bill and Cory
101. vettman....John and Cindy
102. LilBigfoot....Don and Jan
103. Frank McFee....Frank and Reba
104. rcw2002....Bob and Rosa
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116. Ratchsc....Jim and Jan
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119. NCMEDIC....Warren and Maureen
120. Lisa and Brett
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125. Tin and Tonic....John and Cecelia
126. Mden....Mike and Michele
127. David J....David and Michi
128. KAYAKAMBERS....Chris and Beth
129. Luckyducks....Russ and Linda
130. The Way....Randall and Connie Anne
131. Wilbur McLamb....Wilbur and Bobbie
132. J-K Georgia....John and Kathy
133. Crosswinds.....Roberta and Bruce
134. DandMA2871....Dave and Mary Anne
135. Mike N Susan....Mike and Susan
136. Stellaluma....Marti
137. maffam1....Mike and Mary Ann
138. CabinCruiser....Jim and Mary
139. TinCan Betty....Bob and Clestine
140. Future Craig....Craig
141. SoftTouch....Geren and Blanche
142. Someday'59....Lynetta, Brian, and the gang
143. SteveTam9310.....Steve and Tam
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145. J2Becker.....John and Nancy
146. gldnpupper27....Daryl and Deborah
147. SilverCocoon….Kikki and Dick
148. rivetsforlife....Judy and Marvin
149. 3dawgnight....Laurie and Pat
150. JConsroe....Jeff, Alisha, Autumn and Willow
151. DT57....Dennis and Pam
152. msevers....Michael
153. BeachHouse....Mark and Kerry
154. whit222
155. Smyrna215....Charles and Evelene
156. jack9443....John and Merirae
157. Coyote....Ted and Angela
158. Jerry and AnneH
159. jkmeyers....Jack and Kathy
160. Ilmstargazer...
161. Thewildhare....Kimberly and Regie
162. AndiGirl1972....Andrea and Ted
163. Scootercat….Kirk and Mary Anne
164. TommieDee....Tom and Jeanne
165. Smily...
166. StreamNmemee....Bill and Shelley
167. Toppy and Parniece
168. Barretta.....Barrett
169. airstreamhobo.....Dennis and Carol
170. Burrows....Carrol and Jacqeuline
171. MarkFinATX....Mark and Cheryl
172. Matth57....Matt and Nancy
173. Silverskies....Joe and Polly
174. Silver Fern....Nancy and Carl
175. Air88
176. Link2dks....Sue and Dave
177. Silver Otter.... Greg and Linda
178. wldwldwest....Richard and Donna
179. Sharij.....Shari
180. Bob and Caroline
181. Markum....Mark and Mary Ann
182. bbodenstein....Bruce and Claire
183. Monah
184. SilverCabin....Randy and Pat
185. Mike and Lynne Curtice
186. NancyLemonde.....Nancy and Larry
187. GOUSC....Jim and Karin
188. GW Thames
189. h70man....Larry and Terry
190. tncamper....Rob and Bootsie
191. ourweehouse....John and Suzan
192. roger4147....Roger and Robin
193. Two Peas....Kate and Kim
194. Bob and Amy O.
195. DerOstkuste....David and Julie
196. DavidSowder....Gator Dave and Marcia
197. Mansderm....Debbie
198. brooksjj....Jack and Deborah
199. Krlajwvator…..Ken and Joy
200. billb54....Bill and Ellen
201. Colin
202. Lynnsoltys…..Jim and Lynn
203. Burt and Gail
204. chattydonna….Eric and Donna
205. Denny and Laurie
206. FCAthena09....Douglas and Cheryl
207. SMLJeep….Denise and Gordon
208. Chief Simba...Judy, Lisa, with Miss Chief
209. Picker Girl.....Will and Linda
210. dieseleagle….Alice and Brad
211. Guy and Sherry
212. Totoro....Thom
213. OkieHB….Carl and Beth
214. GratefulGal….Steve and Donna
215. NC Camper....Cathy and Bill
216. delrossa….Alan and Joyce
217. nvestysly….Lucius and Danielle
218. SmithFamily1....Kaylin, Matt, and Violet
219. OilnH20....Dave and Jeri
220. Kloud9....John and Suzi
221. Bob and Linda M
222. StanandLynn
223. Xplore....Mike and Bridget
224. Walter and Gracie
225. jimb757....Jim and Jenice
226. Rockytop1974....Frances and Bobby
227. garypilot55...Gary and Michelle
228. jtsmith….Josh, Rachel, & Nolan
229. Dogmobile1....John and Susan
230. carolinagirl….PJ & Angela
231. Chuckhearn….Chuck & Diane
232. PecanMan5....Barry
233. printcessltd….Cherylanne
234. Lowcountrydi….Dianne
235. Bill211....Bill and Sametta
236. Tom and Nancy Sutt
237. Sburrw….Steve and Rachel
238. rv909l....Wayne and Carol
239. Shirley2018...Paul and Sharyn
240. AL 61 Bambi...Bret, Lisa, and Hope
241. Wolfwhistle….Clinton and Jeanette
242. SCFamily...Marty, Amy, Emma, Luke
243. Ashe...Nick
244. Bounder....Carol and I


Welcome everyone. Please give this a look, let me know if I missed anyone.

[gypsydad]

Originally Posted by Msmoto

I am presenting a new idea, at least for me. As my SOB (Some other brand) is not going to be delivered to me by the Alumalina Rally.... and, as I am only about 2 hours away..... I am wondering if I can come down on Friday, stay for the Friday night stuff, and overnight in a nearby motel? Then I would hang around for the possum fest, back to the motel for another night and head home on Sunday.

I think I missed Alumalina last year and do not want to miss two in a row. Just let me know, John. Be happy to cover the expenses for a "day person".

Thanks

Hey- just wondering...why your not bringing an AS to an AS rally? Isn't that what this event is for....ASers? Curious AS minds want to know....

[sandlapper]

Originally Posted by Al U. Minium

Also a first timer for rally.

What, if any, differences should I plan for or bring, as compared to a single space 4 day camping trip?

I am thinking extra water hose, for example, if the water bib is further away.

Also, do you get packed in where you can't or don't want to get your TV out---so plan to bring all groceries with you?

At this event will there be a lot of vendor booths, scheduled panel discussions, and so forth, to attend, or is a day more like chill around your camper, walk around and chat?

Really looking forward to seeing all the Airstream coaches in one place!

I am the other half of 161thewildhare on the list. 30 Serenity 2017, our first season with it.

Gypsydad laid it out nicely. A couple more thoughts....

We will all be parked Rally style...meaning side by side, back end to back end, in rows, everyone with their own hook ups at the rear of the trailer, on grass, mostly flat and level. The ''streets'' are paved.

There is plenty of room to open up your awnings, set up your camp, and your TV will not be locked in, you can park right in front of your trailer or we have some extra parking space available as well. There is plenty of room to move around, accessibility is easy.

No extra equipment necessary, just the usual stuff you already carry. Camping World is on the premises if you forget something.

As for groceries and provisions, we will be providing a Thursday night hot dog feast, a Friday morning continental breakfast, Friday night possum bog (not to worry, tastes just like chicken), and a Saturday night fish fry. Saturday morning breakfast is a pot luck, everyone contributes. 2 miles away is civilization with a big grocery store, Lowes, and restaurants.

We have the use of the humongus pavilion, where we will offer seminars, displays, movies, crafts, flea market and a central gathering point. We will have lots to do or you may just want to hang out....it is all good.

Looks like we will likely have 250-300 Airstreams on site so plenty of eye candy and treatment for alumanitus.

We are finalizing details and very soon we will post the schedules and the details, so stay tuned. You will also get a paper copy in your rally packet. No one will be left guessing, we will take excellent care of you.

You will like it.

[sandlapper]

Originally Posted by Msmoto

I am presenting a new idea, at least for me. As my SOB (Some other brand) is not going to be delivered to me by the Alumalina Rally.... and, as I am only about 2 hours away..... I am wondering if I can come down on Friday, stay for the Friday night stuff, and overnight in a nearby motel? Then I would hang around for the possum fest, back to the motel for another night and head home on Sunday.

I think I missed Alumalina last year and do not want to miss two in a row. Just let me know, John. Be happy to cover the expenses for a "day person".

Thanks

Tommie, come right on, glad to have you any way you can make it. We have had folks do the motel thing several times. The Marion location is not isolated like the other venues and should have multiple choices for staying over. Sure beats staying home.

[sandlapper]

Originally Posted by gypsydad

Hey- just wondering...why your not bringing an AS to an AS rally? Isn't that what this event is for....ASers? Curious AS minds want to know....

Well yes, pretty close. We have always welcomed everyone to Alumalina, how better to introduce a non streamer to the world of silver. In the past 11 gatherings there have only been a couple and we love them as well. Who knows, they may be in an Airstream now, parked right beside you.

[Boog]

Originally Posted by sandlapper

We have always welcomed everyone to Alumalina, how better to introduce a non streamer to the world of silver. In the past 11 gatherings there have only been a couple and we love them as well. Who knows, they may be in an Airstream now, parked right beside you.

A very welcoming bunch indeed. We showed up to an Alumalina (Wateree) in a home built camper and were made to feel like family. This year, we'll be in an Airstream .
Before Alumalina:

After Alumalina:

[labalope]

Megan and I will be there again, We also will be bringing some of our wines for a free wine tasting as per last year, No sales just good wines some gold medal winners also. sign will be out in front of unit. Marion is a great place been there several times when in the bus first time in Airstream, Labalope