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Great Lakes Area ROSS W BOYER, F268985 FMCA National Area Vice President
DESCRIPTION: Apollo Great Lakes Motorhome Club holds five rallies each year one each in May, June, July, August and September. The rallies are usually held in Illinois, Indiana or Michigan with an occasional rally in Wisconsin or Ohio. Our rally schedule calls for rallies to be held the third Friday, Saturday and Sunday of each of the five months. However, it is subject to change if the rallymasters want to incorporate a special event on a different weekend. Members frequently arrive at rally early or stay longer. Although our membership runs approximately 25-30 coaches, we usually have 10-15 coaches in attendance. Our club accepts members from all five states, but in recent years we have not had any members in Wisconsin or Ohio making it difficult to arrange a rally there. The majority of the membership comes from the area along I-74 near the Illinois-Indiana border. Members are part of the 50+ crowd.
CONTACT INFORMATION:
MARY GILLIS P O BOX 574 OAKWOOD IL 61858 Phone: 217-354-2337 Email: pova54@sbcglobal.net Website:
DESCRIPTION: Chartered in 2004, after concluding that motor coaches and casinos seemed like a natural combination, our members have formed tight bonds of friendship. While our name implies we are gamblers, that is far from the draw to join this group. We enjoy good old fashioned fun, food, and camaraderie. We have members who don't even gamble, but just enjoy being a part of our diverse group. Our members are mainly from FMCA's Great Lakes Area, but, Virginia is also represented. We travel to Casinos in West Virginia, Indiana, and Michigan for our rallies. We camp in RV parks when available, but are not adverse to dry camping in the casino parking lots. Wherever we camp, we have a great time. We invite you to attend a rally and see for yourself if this group is a fit for you. Email address: casinocruisers@gmail.com
DESCRIPTION: Frustrated Maestros Great Lakes Area is one of 10 Frustrated Maestros chapters (one for each FMCA area), a group whose interest is to have fun with music and to share our music as volunteers at FMCA rallies and conventions. We have all types of musicians--from retirees and professionals to those who have not played nor sung since high school (actually, at one time we had some high school students in our band), and we also have some who do not perform in our concerts at the rallies but support our group in other ways. We have a main band and chorus, and smaller specialty groups--both choral and instrumental, such as Bluegrass, Jazz ensemble, etc., as well as opportunity for solo and novelty acts in all areas. All types of instruments are welcomed--anything anyone comes up with that makes music! We have no auditions or requirements other than that you have to be a member of FMCA and should have an interest in music. We do not have monthly meetings; the GLASS rally (Great Lakes Area Spring Spree) which is held in Berrien Springs, MI, in May each year is our main rally. We usually have a few days pre-rally, then 2 days of rehearsal and perform a concert each day at the GLASS, as well as having some social events for our chapter at Berrien Springs. We usually are joined by members of many other Maestros chapters from all over the country--and our members also participate as volunteers in other area rallies and FMCA international conventions. Our dues are $10 yearly per coach membership.
CONTACT INFORMATION:
PAUL LONG P O BOX 37 NEW PARIS OH 45347 Phone: 937-437-0693 Email: plong669@aol.com Website:
DESCRIPTION: "Hoosier Cruisers" is a chapter of the Family Motor Coach Association with a membership of over 120 family units. We hold six rallies each year with 25-40 coaches attending. Rallies are held in the Southern, Central and Northern parts of the state. The rallies focus on tours and points of interest that the rally masters believe will be informative, interesting, and fun. The most important thing that happens at the rallies is the reconnection with friends. We share many of our meals together. Sometimes meals are catered and at other times everyone brings their favorite dish. Some of our evening meals are topped off with local entertainment or a campfire where members share great conversation. We welcome all who enjoy the motorhoming lifestyle.
DESCRIPTION: Chartered in 1992, Northern Lights Chapter originally attracted most of its members from Northern Michigan. However, it wasn't long before motor homers from other parts of the state and beyond expressed interest. Today, there are more than 90 NL member families from all parts of Michigan and several other states who look forward to getting together each year at our chapter rallies. Some examples of past rallies: A visit to rustic Beaver Island, a scenic color tour by train, exploring historic places (including Amish country), enjoying great shows, festivals, shopping, and plenty of good food (from potluck meals to fine restaurant dining). Of course, most important, is the opportunity Northern Lights rallies give us to share our love of motor homing with fellow FMCA members. We invite you to visit one of our rallies soon and sample firsthand the Northern Lights experience.
CONTACT INFORMATION:
ANNE JOYNER 4810 LAKE SHORE DR GRAWN MI 49637 Phone: 231-276-9017 Email: joynerra@charter.net Website:
DESCRIPTION: The Ohio Nomads chapter of approximately 140 coaches was founded thirty years ago in 1978. We are a diverse group who enjoy the fellowship of campers and discovering new places of interest. Our rally season begins in April and ends in October and we usually stay at fairgrounds around the state of Ohio although Michigan and Indiana hold much interest with our group. We host a holiday party in November and a snowbird luncheon in February in Sebring, FL. Contact Bob or Mary Alice Gast at 513-423-7890 or rgast@cinci.rr.com. for more information.
DESCRIPTION: The Ontario Rovers Chapter was formed on April 20, 1991, in Peterborough, Ontario. We are a friendly group of all ages and from varied walks of life. We have a minimum of two rallies per year and sometimes more in various locations across southern Ontario. Originally, our scope was Southeastern Ontario but we have expanded that to include all of Ontario and the Great Lakes Area. Our chapter membership is not limited and we have an open door policy that welcomes any and all F.M.C.A. members in good standing who wish to join our ranks. We're always looking to increase our membership. New members bring along new ideas and input to make our chapter stronger and more interesting.
Now, wouldn't YOU like to become the newest member of our chapter and share with us YOUR ideas for rallies, games, crafts, seminars and camp outs? If you think you would like to join us, please contact our President, Les Naylor at (416)-284-7714 (summer) (478)-997-1691 (winter) or lesn20002000@yahoo.com
CONTACT INFORMATION:
KATHY CHESHER P O BOX 95 BUCKHORN ON K0L 1J0 Phone: 705-657-9020 Email: kathy.chesher@sympatico.ca Website:
DESCRIPTION: The Roving Wolverines Chapter of approximately 60 coaches is a group of people who enjoy socializing, sightseeing and visiting new areas. We have five planned activities each year. Most years we plan a caravan to various locations in the U. S. Our club would like to encourage you to visit one of our rallies to see us in action and determine if we are a group that you would like to become a member of. Please contact David Flickinger at 1042 N. Robert St., Ludington, MI 49431 or e-mail kdflick@verizon.net.
DESCRIPTION: Tri-State Traveliers Chapter of the Great Lakes Area Motor Coach Association covers the area of southwestern Ohio, northern KY, and southeastern Indiana. The Chapter consists of approximately 100 motor coaches. The Chapter holds a rally each month and most are within 150 miles of Cincinnati and are held on weekends. The January, February, March and December rallies are usually held at a restaurant in the Cincinnati area for lunch or dinner. The April thru November rallies are held at campgrounds and start on Friday, ending on Sunday after breakfast. However, we do have members who come early, either on Wednesday or Thursday. Each month a newsletter is mailed to each member with news of the Chapter.
DESCRIPTION: Winnebago & Friends Chapter was chartered in October of 2008 and functions in the geographical Great Lakes Area (GLA) of Michigan, Ontario, Ohio and Indiana. As of August 2009 we currently have 26 members and usually have 13 to 18 in attendance at our rallies. There are usually 5 to 6 monthly rallies a year presently held within the GLA, beginning with the GLASS Rally held in Berrien Springs, Michigan at the end of May and continuing through September or October. Our Rallies promote fellowship, social activities, good food, and entertainment, and usually start on Friday and end on Sunday, with an occasional weekday rally mixed in depending on venue. Some of us will arrive or extend up to a a day or two as there is usually a lot of activities in the rally areas. Rally fees have typically ranged from as little as $75.00 to $125.00 and include camping and some meals depending on venue. Our members also volunteer at our annual Area Rally and our National Rally when held in our area. Chapter dues are $20 per year and include up to two (2) badges for new members.
Our smaller group of members enjoy socializing, food, fellowships, historical sites, and other places of interest. If you feel this is for you, please contact me at fxmeier3@gmail.com for additional information and an invitation to one of our upcoming rallies.
CONTACT INFORMATION:
FRANK X MEIER 29129 JOHNSTON RD DADE CITY FL 33523 Phone: 586-918-4266 Email: fxmeier3@gmail.com Website:
