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Tue, 12 November 2013 12:22  |
Ultravan Owners
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I was wondering the following:
How often is there a GMC rally?
How many usally show up?
Tony (Ontario Canada)
Marie and I are blessed to have had a 2nd chance to buy our farm.
Still hoping and more importantly praying to be able to build a garage.
Our 1970 Ultravan #520 has an Olds Toronado 455 in back.
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| Re: [GMCnet] How many GMC owners go to a rally? [message #229511 is a reply to message #229508] |
Tue, 12 November 2013 12:31  |
powerjon
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Tony,
The GMC Great Lakers MHC has 6 rallies from May thru October. Please visit our website and look and also go to the newsletters and you can review the report on the rallies. <http://www.gmcgreatlakers.org>
We average typically about 32 coaches in the past few years, but this year the average is up. The Sept rally had 36 coaches and the October rally had 42.
Tony we have 8 of our club members are from the Ontario area and you could also check out the Heritage Cruiser too.
<http://www.gmcheritagecruisers.com>
Joining your regional club has many benefits. Check us out!
JR Wright
GMC Great Laker MHC
GMC Eastern States
GMCMHI
78 GMC Buskirk 30’ Stretch
1975 GMC Avion (Under Reconstruction)
Michigan
On Nov 12, 2013, at 1:22 PM, Tony <Ultravanman248@yahoo.com> wrote:
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> I was wondering the following:
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> How often is there a GMC rally?
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> How many usally show up?
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> Tony Ontario Canada 70 Ultravan #520 with an Olds Toronado 455 under the bed, in back. Like to have a 78 GMC, twin beds in back, one couch up front. If you have one that is on the road & you're willing to sell it - let us know.
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| Re: How many GMC owners go to a rally? [message #229514 is a reply to message #229508] |
Tue, 12 November 2013 12:36 |
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A bit of a loaded question. We have regional rallies, super-regional rallies, and international rallies. The regional rallies include clubs like The Sunshine Statesmen in FL all the way to the Cascaders in the NW. There are lots of those clubs that get between 5 and 30+ coaches per rally probably.
Then there are some super-regional rallies, like Western States, which can draw a lot coaches. Not sure of the numbers there, but I'm sure someone will join in. The Eastern States rallies aren't as popular, but that area is often covered by GMC International rallies, which draw between 100-250 coaches recently, but in the heydey drew much, much more. Those rallies happen twice per year.
How many of the regional, super-regional, and international rallies consist of the same core? Probably a lot of crossover, but I'd say between 500 and 750, at least, different owners attend one level of rally per year. That's my guess anyway.
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| Re: [GMCnet] How many GMC owners go to a rally? [message #229518 is a reply to message #229514] |
Tue, 12 November 2013 12:47 |
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keep in mind that most rally do not provide lunch, so take something
to eat for lunch.
Should you have children, make them behave , or leave them home.
When our kids were young, they minded us as made sure they were not
creating any problems.
On 11/12/13, Jeremy <jtknezek@hotmail.com> wrote:
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> A bit of a loaded question. We have regional rallies, super-regional
> rallies, and international rallies. The regional rallies include clubs like
> The Sunshine Statesmen in FL all the way to the Cascaders in the NW. There
> are lots of those clubs that get between 5 and 30+ coaches per rally
> probably.
>
> Then there are some super-regional rallies, like Western States, which can
> draw a lot coaches. Not sure of the numbers there, but I'm sure someone will
> join in. The Eastern States rallies aren't as popular, but that area is
> often covered by GMC International rallies, which draw between 100-250
> coaches recently, but in the heydey drew much, much more. Those rallies
> happen twice per year.
>
> How many of the regional, super-regional, and international rallies consist
> of the same core? Probably a lot of crossover, but I'd say between 500 and
> 750, at least, different owners attend one level of rally per year. That's
> my guess anyway.
> --
> Thanks,
> Jeremy Knezek
> 1976 Glenbrook
> Birmingham, AL
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| Re: [GMCnet] How many GMC owners go to a rally? [message #229539 is a reply to message #229518] |
Tue, 12 November 2013 14:27 |
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> Should you have children, make them behave , or leave them home.
> When our kids were young, they minded us as made sure they were not
> creating any problems.
>
leave the old farts home , and bring the kids
fewer problems :>)
gene
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> On 11/12/13, Jeremy <jtknezek@hotmail.com> wrote:
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> >
> > A bit of a loaded question. We have regional rallies, super-regional
> > rallies, and international rallies. The regional rallies include clubs
> like
> > The Sunshine Statesmen in FL all the way to the Cascaders in the NW.
> There
> > are lots of those clubs that get between 5 and 30+ coaches per rally
> > probably.
> >
> > Then there are some super-regional rallies, like Western States, which
> can
> > draw a lot coaches. Not sure of the numbers there, but I'm sure someone
> will
> > join in. The Eastern States rallies aren't as popular, but that area is
> > often covered by GMC International rallies, which draw between 100-250
> > coaches recently, but in the heydey drew much, much more. Those rallies
> > happen twice per year.
> >
> > How many of the regional, super-regional, and international rallies
> consist
> > of the same core? Probably a lot of crossover, but I'd say between 500
> and
> > 750, at least, different owners attend one level of rally per year.
> That's
> > my guess anyway.
> > --
> > Thanks,
> > Jeremy Knezek
> > 1976 Glenbrook
> > Birmingham, AL
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| Re: [GMCnet] How many GMC owners go to a rally? [message #229540 is a reply to message #229538] |
Tue, 12 November 2013 14:30 |
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yep was a fun gig
read about it here, and down load the tech presentations
http://gmcws.org/blog/?p=1906
and link them to your blogs and web pages
gene
On Tue, Nov 12, 2013 at 12:13 PM, Emery Stora <emerystora@mac.com> wrote:
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> On Nov 12, 2013, at 11:34 AM, gene Fisher <mr.erfisher@gmail.com> wrote:
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> > gmcws had 260 this last month
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> I think that need clarification. The 260 is the number of people. If
> there were 2 in each coach that would be 130 motorhomes.
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> Also, it was not GMCWS. It was a three club rally for GMCWS, 49ers and
> Cascaders.
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> I think 130 was a great turnout.
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> As a longtime member of GMCWS I wish I could have been there but it was
> just too close to the timing of the GMCMI convention for me to make it.
> Stan Edwards drove the 2240 miles from Branson to Coos Bay but he was going
> over 600 miles per day on some days.
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> Emery Stora
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| Re: [GMCnet] How many GMC owners go to a rally? [message #229542 is a reply to message #229518] |
Tue, 12 November 2013 14:35 |
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| jimk wrote on Tue, 12 November 2013 13:47 |
keep in mind that most rally do not provide lunch, so take something
to eat for lunch.
Should you have children, make them behave , or leave them home.When our kids were young, they minded us as made sure they were not
creating any problems.
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Hey, I totally agree, but this isn't exactly the best way to show the clubs as family friendly. We've brought our daughter to some rallies and it's been great. We've brought her to other rallies and it wasn't the best idea. At Dothan for GMCMI I left the kids (up to 3 now) with my wife and went with the dog since there wasn't much for the little ones to do at the Peanut Festival Fairgrounds. I agree there is a time and place, but lets at least try to be welcoming.
Please be aware of how things read. And for those of us with families, check out the opportunities and options in the area ahead of time. We need some young families and young blood to keep the coaches and clubs running in the future.
Thanks,
Jeremy Knezek
1976 Glenbrook
Birmingham, AL
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| Re: [GMCnet] How many GMC owners go to a rally? [message #229548 is a reply to message #229542] |
Tue, 12 November 2013 15:12 |
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I wanted to chime in on this as well. I am 37, my wife is 34. I have a 7
year old son (Oliver) and an 8 week old daughter (Emmeline). Oliver had been
on 5 continents by the time he was 5. If you teach your kids to behave, they
will most of the time. But kids will be kids. It's a life full of learning.
In most of our travels, we had 2 camps of older folks. One set would want to
be babysitters, the other would be grumpy :) We just don't hang around the
grumpy people. Problem solved.
When we travel, we figure out things for the kids to do. We plan on trying
to visit some rallys this coming year, but our stay at the rally might be
cut short due to the kids. When you have kids sometimes you have to be
flexible, all good parents know that. Looking at the pictures from rallys,
my wife and I will be some of the younger folks there. That's ok, the
knowledge and stories and wisdom from the folks at the rallys are what we
are looking for. I have always wanted a GMC RV since I saw one in the movie
Stripes. When we were considering one, I let my son make the final decision.
He chose the GMC. (I would have overruled him like a good parent :)
It seems like most folks in my generation, and younger generations are
missing people in their lives to give them wisdom. As grandparents, make
sure you take the time to bestow the wisdom and guidance of life and
everything to those who will listen. Your generations (which seem to be
pretty varied from what I have observed) are seasoned and have made to the
best with what you have had. My generation had everything handed to us, and
for the most part, we have screwed it all up. A few of us recognize the
value of what your generations have to offer. :)
Anyhow, if you see our family at a rally, we will be the ones making sure
our kids are trying to be respectful and polite. Tell us good stories, we
are willing to listen. Thanks for your ear.
:)
Brian Oakes
Burleson, Texas
75 Glenrook - "Harvey" - We think it's actually an Eleganza II now...
TZE165V101227
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jimk wrote on Tue, 12 November 2013 13:47
> keep in mind that most rally do not provide lunch, so take something
> to eat for lunch.
> Should you have children, make them behave , or leave them home.When
> our kids were young, they minded us as made sure they were not creating
any problems.
Hey, I totally agree, but this isn't exactly the best way to show the clubs
as family friendly. We've brought our daughter to some rallies and it's been
great. We've brought her to other rallies and it wasn't the best idea. At
Dothan for GMCMI I left the kids (up to 3 now) with my wife and went with
the dog since there wasn't much for the little ones to do at the Peanut
Festival Fairgrounds. I agree there is a time and place, but lets at least
try to be welcoming.
Please be aware of how things read. And for those of us with families, check
out the opportunities and options in the area ahead of time. We need some
young families and young blood to keep the coaches and clubs running in the
future.
--
Thanks,
Jeremy Knezek
1976 Glenbrook
Birmingham, AL
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| Re: [GMCnet] How many GMC owners go to a rally? [message #229550 is a reply to message #229548] |
Tue, 12 November 2013 16:12 |
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Brian, Plan on International Rally this Spring. It will be in Montgomery,TX, north of Houston. Great KOA with lots of stuff. Including an indoor heated pool. Hows that for kid friendly?
Tom, MS II
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| Re: [GMCnet] How many GMC owners go to a rally? [message #229558 is a reply to message #229538] |
Tue, 12 November 2013 17:22 |
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..... it (3 club rally) was just too close to the timing of the GMCMI convention for me to make it. Stan Edwards drove the 2240 miles from Branson to Coos Bay.....
Rob Mueller and I made both. We cheated and took air miles. It was a great rally.
John Sharpe
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| Re: How many GMC owners go to a rally? [message #229566 is a reply to message #229508] |
Tue, 12 November 2013 17:55 |
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Back to the original question. As Jim K said, there are rallies, and there are rallies. A lot of folks go to their local club rallies every month or so. Fewer to to adjoining clubs rallies. For instance, a lot of people belong to Sunshine Statesman, DixieLanders, and Eastern States, etc. On any given month there is at least one rally but very few make them all.
On BIG rallies, like the semi-annual GMCMI and something like the tri-club Coos Bay rally, there seems to be in the 125ish number. Based on the two GMCMI rallies I've attended, about 1/2 are the same folks and the other half are more geographical closer. For instance, in Dothan, there were a bunch of folks from Florida and only a relative few from Canada and the frozen north. In Branson, there were few from Florida but a good many from up north and Canada.
There seems to be a distance thing that limits how far folks are willing to travel. For some folks there is no limit but others need it to be in their backyard, so to speak.
That said, there were a bunch of snowbirds from way north down at the LazyDays rally in Tampa last January.
I've heard quite a few folks indicate that will not attend a rally that doesn't have full hookups. I probably would want at least power.
Perhaps Kim can chime in with the demographics of the GMCMI world.
Kerry Pinkerton - North Alabama
Had 5 over the years. Currently have a '06 Fleetwood Discovery 39L
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| Re: [GMCnet] How many GMC owners go to a rally? [message #229571 is a reply to message #229541] |
Tue, 12 November 2013 18:25 |
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| Robert Mueller wrote on Tue, 12 November 2013 15:31 |
Emery,
That's why John Sharpe and I flew, rented a car, and stayed in the hotel. Much more cost and time efficient.
Personally I cannot see why one would drive those kinds of distances UNLESS you did some touring / sightseeing.
A GMC is a cost effective vacation "machine" it is not for getting from point A to point B.
Regards,
Rob M.
The Pedantic Mechanic
-----Original Message-----
From: Emery Stora
As a longtime member of GMCWS I wish I could have been there but it was just too close to the timing of the GMCMI convention for me
to make it. Stan Edwards drove the 2240 miles from Branson to Coos Bay but he was going over 600 miles per day on some days.
Emery
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"Personally I cannot see why one would drive those kinds of distances UNLESS you did some touring / sightseeing."
Was my point with my other thread. See things you would not otherwise see and enjoy yourself here and back home.
Tony (Ontario Canada)
Marie and I are blessed to have had a 2nd chance to buy our farm.
Still hoping and more importantly praying to be able to build a garage.
Our 1970 Ultravan #520 has an Olds Toronado 455 in back.
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| Re: [GMCnet] How many GMC owners go to a rally? [message #229598 is a reply to message #229542] |
Tue, 12 November 2013 19:48 |
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I like Jeremy's level-headed approach to issues. No wonder his parents and
bird are proud of him. Shall I include the wife, dog, daughter, and twins?
And, his initial response was well put, too. He answered the gentleman's
question instead of getting off on a separate and loosely related issue (I
think it's a disease that involves the fingers). However, I think his
gestimate is a little high based on my overall experience with GMCMI over
eight rallies. Probably the Classics in Texas/Oklahoma draw the largest of
the "social" or regional groups. Great Lakers are probably second in line.
The Midwestern bunch is pretty healthy, too, if jackets mean anything.
However, the Dixielanders aren't to be slighted.
Here's more information that may be of use.
GMC Motorhomes International is a name that has some legacy to it. In
reality, it's made up more of those on the eastern side of the great divide
(Rocky Mountains). They have "conventions" two times per year. Most
technical clubs have two per year. GMC Eastern States, with whom I have some
history but not as much as others, is experiencing some problems with their
rallies. 30 at a rally would be a good number for them but, of recent, some
fewer has been the norm. GMC Western States, another technical bunch, has a
healthy following for those on the left side of that great divide. There are
a few regional groups that struggle to get a dozen old coots together at one
time and in one place.
Several of the websites list the clubs. For instance, you could look here
for the list I assembled <http://www.gmceast.com/lifestyle/gmc_clubs>. It
has 16 clubs on the list. Most owners belong to more than one club.
Basically, there are three technical clubs (seminars are the norm) and many
more social clubs (more rallies with no great agenda planned). If you're
used to organization, you have to throttle back at a social rally and learn
to just shoot the bull or whatever other animal comes along. If you like
organization and programs going, then the technical rallies would fit your
bill.
Byron Songer
Louisville, KY
Jeremy wrote:
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> jimk wrote on Tue, 12 November 2013 13:47
>> keep in mind that most rally do not provide lunch, so take something
>> to eat for lunch.
>> Should you have children, make them behave , or leave them home.When our kids
>> were young, they minded us as made sure they were not
>> creating any problems.
>
>
>
> Hey, I totally agree, but this isn't exactly the best way to show the clubs as
> family friendly. We've brought our daughter to some rallies and it's been
> great. We've brought her to other rallies and it wasn't the best idea. At
> Dothan for GMCMI I left the kids (up to 3 now) with my wife and went with the
> dog since there wasn't much for the little ones to do at the Peanut Festival
> Fairgrounds. I agree there is a time and place, but lets at least try to be
> welcoming.
>
> Please be aware of how things read. And for those of us with families, check
> out the opportunities and options in the area ahead of time. We need some
> young families and young blood to keep the coaches and clubs running in the
> future.
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| Re: [GMCnet] How many GMC owners go to a rally? [message #229599 is a reply to message #229548] |
Tue, 12 November 2013 19:52 |
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The next time we're in Texas (and that isn't too often but may change), I'll
look you up. We like younger adults with their kids. Especially if they have
pets.
We need younger owners in the groups and they need to feel welcome. Too
often, however, I see us always gravitating to the same bunch.
I was at a rally of SOB owners. There were about 76 people (in forty
coaches). The newcomers were placed with more experienced members and were
expected to eat together at meals. It was our first time and it was great to
be hosted by a couple. We felt welcomed and got to meet more people that
way.
Byron Songer
Louisville, KY
Brian Oakes wrote:
> I wanted to chime in on this as well. I am 37, my wife is 34. I have a 7
> year old son (Oliver) and an 8 week old daughter (Emmeline). Oliver had been
> on 5 continents by the time he was 5. If you teach your kids to behave, they
> will most of the time. But kids will be kids. It's a life full of learning.
> In most of our travels, we had 2 camps of older folks. One set would want to
> be babysitters, the other would be grumpy :) We just don't hang around the
> grumpy people. Problem solved.
>
> When we travel, we figure out things for the kids to do. We plan on trying
> to visit some rallys this coming year, but our stay at the rally might be
> cut short due to the kids. When you have kids sometimes you have to be
> flexible, all good parents know that. Looking at the pictures from rallys,
> my wife and I will be some of the younger folks there. That's ok, the
> knowledge and stories and wisdom from the folks at the rallys are what we
> are looking for. I have always wanted a GMC RV since I saw one in the movie
> Stripes. When we were considering one, I let my son make the final decision.
> He chose the GMC. (I would have overruled him like a good parent :)
>
> It seems like most folks in my generation, and younger generations are
> missing people in their lives to give them wisdom. As grandparents, make
> sure you take the time to bestow the wisdom and guidance of life and
> everything to those who will listen. Your generations (which seem to be
> pretty varied from what I have observed) are seasoned and have made to the
> best with what you have had. My generation had everything handed to us, and
> for the most part, we have screwed it all up. A few of us recognize the
> value of what your generations have to offer. :)
>
> Anyhow, if you see our family at a rally, we will be the ones making sure
> our kids are trying to be respectful and polite. Tell us good stories, we
> are willing to listen. Thanks for your ear.
>
> :)
>
> Brian Oakes
> Burleson, Texas
> 75 Glenrook - "Harvey" - We think it's actually an Eleganza II now...
> TZE165V101227
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>
>
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> [mailto:gmclist-bounces@temp.gmcnet.org] On Behalf Of Jeremy
> Sent: Tuesday, November 12, 2013 2:35 PM
> To: gmclist@temp.gmcnet.org
> Subject: Re: [GMCnet] How many GMC owners go to a rally?
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>
> jimk wrote on Tue, 12 November 2013 13:47
>> keep in mind that most rally do not provide lunch, so take something
>> to eat for lunch.
>> Should you have children, make them behave , or leave them home.When
>> our kids were young, they minded us as made sure they were not creating
> any problems.
>
>
>
> Hey, I totally agree, but this isn't exactly the best way to show the clubs
> as family friendly. We've brought our daughter to some rallies and it's been
> great. We've brought her to other rallies and it wasn't the best idea. At
> Dothan for GMCMI I left the kids (up to 3 now) with my wife and went with
> the dog since there wasn't much for the little ones to do at the Peanut
> Festival Fairgrounds. I agree there is a time and place, but lets at least
> try to be welcoming.
>
> Please be aware of how things read. And for those of us with families, check
> out the opportunities and options in the area ahead of time. We need some
> young families and young blood to keep the coaches and clubs running in the
> future.
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> Thanks,
> Jeremy Knezek
> 1976 Glenbrook
> Birmingham, AL
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| Re: [GMCnet] How many GMC owners go to a rally? [message #229605 is a reply to message #229548] |
Tue, 12 November 2013 20:21 |
Carl S.
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| Brian Oakes wrote on Tue, 12 November 2013 14:12 |
I wanted to chime in on this as well. I am 37, my wife is 34. I have a 7
year old son (Oliver) and an 8 week old daughter (Emmeline). Oliver had been
on 5 continents by the time he was 5. If you teach your kids to behave, they
will most of the time. But kids will be kids. It's a life full of learning.
In most of our travels, we had 2 camps of older folks. One set would want to
be babysitters, the other would be grumpy  We just don't hang around the
grumpy people. Problem solved.
When we travel, we figure out things for the kids to do. We plan on trying
to visit some rallys this coming year, but our stay at the rally might be
cut short due to the kids. When you have kids sometimes you have to be
flexible, all good parents know that. Looking at the pictures from rallys,
my wife and I will be some of the younger folks there. That's ok, the
knowledge and stories and wisdom from the folks at the rallys are what we
are looking for. I have always wanted a GMC RV since I saw one in the movie
Stripes. When we were considering one, I let my son make the final decision.
He chose the GMC. (I would have overruled him like a good parent
It seems like most folks in my generation, and younger generations are
missing people in their lives to give them wisdom. As grandparents, make
sure you take the time to bestow the wisdom and guidance of life and
everything to those who will listen. Your generations (which seem to be
pretty varied from what I have observed) are seasoned and have made to the
best with what you have had. My generation had everything handed to us, and
for the most part, we have screwed it all up. A few of us recognize the
value of what your generations have to offer.
Anyhow, if you see our family at a rally, we will be the ones making sure
our kids are trying to be respectful and polite. Tell us good stories, we
are willing to listen. Thanks for your ear.
Brian Oakes
Burleson, Texas
75 Glenrook - "Harvey" - We think it's actually an Eleganza II now...
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jimk wrote on Tue, 12 November 2013 13:47
> keep in mind that most rally do not provide lunch, so take something
> to eat for lunch.
> Should you have children, make them behave , or leave them home.When
> our kids were young, they minded us as made sure they were not creating
any problems.
Hey, I totally agree, but this isn't exactly the best way to show the clubs
as family friendly. We've brought our daughter to some rallies and it's been
great. We've brought her to other rallies and it wasn't the best idea. At
Dothan for GMCMI I left the kids (up to 3 now) with my wife and went with
the dog since there wasn't much for the little ones to do at the Peanut
Festival Fairgrounds. I agree there is a time and place, but lets at least
try to be welcoming.
Please be aware of how things read. And for those of us with families, check
out the opportunities and options in the area ahead of time. We need some
young families and young blood to keep the coaches and clubs running in the
future.
--
Thanks,
Jeremy Knezek
1976 Glenbrook
Birmingham, AL
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Brian,
Too bad Texas is such a big state. If you weren't so far from El Paso, you could have joined Marcel, Gary, and Ingo (and wives) and come to the Saguaro Jetset rally last weekend at the Triangle-T Guest Ranch in Southeast Arizona. There would have been plenty of things to occupy the kids and plenty of grandparent types to help entertain them. Even though the youngest of us in attendance were in out 50s, we know how to have fun.
The El Paso guys are closer to Arizona than to the area where the Texas clubs are and joined us.
Carl Stouffer
'75 ex Palm Beach
Tucson, AZ.
Chuck Aulgur Reaction Arm Disc Brakes, Quadrabags, 3.70 LSD final drive, Lenzi knuckles/hubs, Dodge Truck 16" X 8" front wheels, Rear American Eagles, Solar battery charging. GMCSJ and GMCMI member
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