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vajeep · 03-07-2006, 08:23 AM

Hey all I wanted to start a thread for the 2006 Cherry Blossom Rally.(April 6-9) This will be our first, but we have seen the photos and comments from years gone by and are looking forward to this one!!

Here is a link if you are interested:http://www.servintfree.net/wbcci-dc/...tml#_April_6_–

Matt Worner · 03-10-2006, 05:50 PM

Abe and Melissa are sure to have a great time at the Cherry Blossom Rally. The farm is a wonderful site and a fun time is always had by all. If you are in the area there will be open house on TWO days, Friday afternoon and Saturday afternoon. This will give folks who want to go downtown for the Grand Parade on Saturday an opportunity to see how others have done some of the things you are considering for your vintage rig, or just see some of the ideas in the newer ones. For guests, Saturday open house is usually easier.

CBR 1999 was our first rally ever, and I personally haven't missed one yet. Pam was home for one, and will be home for this one, as well.

Find the signup sheet at:
http://autos.groups.yahoo.com/group/WBCCI_WDCU/files/

Matt Worner
WBCCI 4971
WDCU, VAC
Your host for CBR 2006

LuminumTraila · 03-10-2006, 06:40 PM

How do you decide on the date for this rally? Is it set around the Cherry Blossom Festival? I'd like to plan ahead for next year and I'm wondering what dates I should look for.

-J

rideair · 03-10-2006, 07:58 PM

That would be correct! It's the same weekend.

Paul Waddell
WDCU 1270

myboyburt · 03-10-2006, 08:41 PM

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Originally Posted by dougjamie

How do you decide on the date for this rally? Is it set around the Cherry Blossom Festival? I'd like to plan ahead for next year and I'm wondering what dates I should look for.

-J

Hi dougjamie,

Leon and I are planning on attending this rally next year. Could not do this year as our Airstream is at GSM having her exterior restored. I believe there could be a number of NEU members interested. Maybe we should plan an express caravan...

LuminumTraila · 03-10-2006, 08:48 PM

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Originally Posted by myboyburt

Hi dougjamie,

Leon and I are planning on attending this rally next year. Could not do this year as our Airstream is at GSM having her exterior restored. I believe there maybe a number of NEU members interested. Maybe we should plan an express caravan...

This would be sooo great! I was thinking that even if the whole family can't go (because of school, work, etc.), I could take the trailer down solo for the (relatively) short trip. Caravanning would be even better!! Mom's weekend out!

You're having the exterior restored? SO Cool! Can't wait to see the finished product.

LuminumTraila · 03-10-2006, 09:03 PM

For those who have to think waaaay ahead, here's some information for the 2007 Cherry Blossom Festival in DC:

"The 2007 Festival will be March 31 - April 15, 2007, with the Parade on Saturday, April 14.
2007 will celebrate the 95th anniversary of "The Gift of Trees" and be a memorable year with many special events planned."

-J

Matt Worner · 03-11-2006, 05:16 AM

To expand on what Paul said, CBR is anchored around the Saturday of the Cherry Blossom Festival Grand Parade. If next years parade is on the 14th then the rally would be 12-15th April (Thursday to Sunday). Good Lord willing and the Creek don't rise, I'll be there the Sunday before to start setting things up. Jim and Clayton Rogers usually have no problem with folks rolling in a couple of days early and hanging out until the following Monday or Tuesday. It definitely is a laid back affair.

Hope to see you all there,
Matt

Chuck · 03-11-2006, 07:25 AM

just curious...why is the rally fee so high, when its being held on private property?

yukionna · 03-11-2006, 08:58 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Matt Worner

Abe and Melissa are sure to have a great time at the Cherry Blossom Rally. The farm is a wonderful site and a fun time is always had by all. If you are in the area there will be open house on TWO days, Friday afternoon and Saturday afternoon. This will give folks who want to go downtown for the Grand Parade on Saturday an opportunity to see how others have done some of the things you are considering for your vintage rig, or just see some of the ideas in the newer ones. For guests, Saturday open house is usually easier.

CBR 1999 was our first rally ever, and I personally haven't missed one yet. Pam was home for one, and will be home for this one, as well.

Find the signup sheet at:
http://autos.groups.yahoo.com/group/WBCCI_WDCU/files/

Matt Worner
WBCCI 4971
WDCU, VAC
Your host for CBR 2006

I don't have a yahoo id. Is the sign-up sheet located anywhere else where I don't need to create another sign-in to access?

myboyburt · 03-11-2006, 09:06 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by yukionna

I don't have a yahoo id. Is the sign-up sheet located anywhere else where I don't need to create another sign-in to access?

Here's another URL link from the first post - takes you to the sign up sheet:

http://www.servintfree.net/wbcci-dc/...tml#_April_6_–

Matt Worner · 03-11-2006, 10:05 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by chuck

just curious...why is the rally fee so high, when its being held on private property?

Price has historically been pretty much break even. Continental breakfast each day, rental tent for gathering (with heat when needed), evening meals, one catered one pot luck, it just kind of adds up. I always felt that a buck and a quarter for two folks for four (or more) days was rather reasonable...

Matt

rideair · 03-12-2006, 06:51 AM

Matt,I thought dinner Sat. night was "Black Tie". Glad to hear I don't need to bring the tux!Paul WaddellThe "1stVP" WDCU (to be impeached)

vajeep · 03-13-2006, 02:16 PM

We are looking forward to seeing you all at the Rally!!!
Any others from Virginia?

SilverRanger · 03-15-2006, 10:47 AM

The CBR sounds like a good time. Only about an hour and a half drive, and we really love the DC area. I am assuming this is boondocking. Can someone who has been to this rally give me some insight on what to bring?

Shacksman · 03-21-2006, 04:16 PM

Latest on the CBR rally is there is still room for more trailers. We have electric and water available. Bring cords and hoses and you will be able to hook up. We have port-a-potties if you don't want to use your trailer bathroom. We put up a 30 x 60 tent for meetings and meals and good times. There will be vintage open house for all the old trailers. Dust off those trailers and come on out! http://www.servintfree.net/wbcci-dc/....html#_April_6_–

Doug

Shacksman · 03-21-2006, 04:37 PM

Should mention that this rally is open to anyone with an Airstream WBCCI or not. Come out and see what it is all about http://www.servintfree.net/wbcci-dc/....html#_April_6

Shacksman · 03-22-2006, 10:47 PM

More have signed up but there is room for you. We get all kinds at CBR. Last year we had a Squarestream, a funeral hearse, a police comand center, Vintage Thunder, and other Argosys and a new off the line CCD, and all sorts of vintage trailers. We like everyone to come out old and new. Some people have never seen a new Airstream up close. Check out our site and get those trailers rolling. Doug
http://www.servintfree.net/wbcci-dc/....html#_April_6

vajeep · 04-01-2006, 02:46 PM

Hey Doug,
Just 4 nights before we head up to the Rally!!
How many people are attending?

What are you bringing for pot luck?

We are having great weather here in Richmond VA...

SilverRanger · 04-01-2006, 02:57 PM

We just signed up for CBR. Looking forward to meeting you and other forum members. We're greenhorns. It's only our second rally, so we would appreciate any tips.