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January 2015 VOLUME 01 ISSUE Four

A Monthly newsletter for the members and friends of the San Diego CA Unit of the Wally Byam Caravan Club International

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Newsletter Contents

Message from our New President……..…

Message from our New President….......Page 2

San Diego Elected Unit Officers…………...Page 3

Chula Vista’s December Rally ….……….........Page 4

Chula Vista’s December Rally ….……….........Page 5

Clive & Sarajane’s New Years Rally…......Page 6

Airstream Issues of the month…….....….Page 7

Treasury Report……………………..…….....….Page 8

Guajome County Park Rally Oceanside CA

Feb 13-15…………………………………..……...Page 9

Dos Picos County Park Rally, Ramona CA

Mar 20-22…………………………………….……Page 10

Dos Picos County Park Rally coupon

Cali Rally Letter from Jim Polk………...…Page 11

Cali Rally Flyer /Coupon…….……..……....Page 12

2015 San Diego Rally Schedule……….….Page 13

Birthdays / Anniversaries / Message from the

Editor ………………………………………......….Page 14

My Bio:

In 2005 we joined WBCCI’s San Diego Airstream Unit. Trish, my wife, and I traveled a lot since that time. Other than traveling to local rallies with our Club, we made several extended trips back East. We remember many of our travel experiences with pleasure and joy.

I’m originally from the Rhode Island. I came to California in 1975. I am a retired Naval Supply Officer and a retired attorney. My area of practice was Family Law. I was a Rotarian, and president of my Pacific Beach Rotary Club for one year. My wife is a retired teacher. I have twin sons, Vince Jr. and Steve, and a daughter, Debra-Lee. I have 7 grandchildren. We currently have a “4-legged child” by the name of Finnigan McCool, an 18-month-old German shepherd. Besides spending time with my lovely wife, I enjoy gar-dening and planting tomatoes each year.

The Inauguration:

Thank you all for attending our annual Christmas festivities. The luncheon was held at the GALLEY AT THE MARINA in Chula Vista, CA. There were approximately 40 Members present. In a cheerfully decorated dining room, our members enjoyed a satisfying lunch. The tinsel and trim of tree and apparel donned by member contributed to the magic of the season.

Our lovely and talented Bev Kuhn, mistress of ceremonies, began the process of inaugurating the following Members as Officers of our club for the year 2015: Continued on next page.

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Inge’s Cooking Corner

Message from our President

Message from President Vince Campanella

Special Thanks:

We like to extend a special thanks to Dick Mathies for a successful 2014 year. Thanks to his leadership, his rallies were always memorable and fun. Membership grew thanks to his efforts. His humor and patience brought out the best in people. He’ll be a hard act to follow. Let me add kudos to Inge Stein for her professional job as newsletter publisher/editor. She has done an exceptional job. Each month she posted an informative newsletter that reflected the fun & camaraderie of our rallies. She kept us updated on everything from favorite recipes to rig maintenance and safety issues. We can’t forget Irene Blacklock who has served as Secretary this past year. Her well-organized minutes kept a complete record of the activities of the club. This is a position that requires an unyielding spirit that few members can master as well as she did. Irene, thank you for a job well done. At the very essence of our Club’s survival is the job of Membership Chairman. Dan & Marcy Smith have performed this job admirably. I would like to extend the Club’s hearty thank you for your tireless efforts and the superb job you have done in bringing new members into the unit. You always make everyone feel “at home” and welcome. Then there is Joe Thomas. Joe, our webmaster, has taken a job which most find intimidating. It is through Joe’s initiative and superior computer skills that we maintain and promote our Website. The task of maintaining and updating content on a website is behind-the-scenes. Finally, I would like to congratulate Rick Blacklock and Bill Wright, the outgoing Trustees who have performed with merit this past year. Both Members have contributed more than their fair share of club advancement over the years. Much of the clubs current success can be attributed to their participation, past and present.

Plans:

Now, as president, I am excited that we will have a year of enjoyable camping adventures with the 2015 schedule posted on the website. I appreciate all of the volunteers who agreed to Host and Co-host these Rallies. It is these volunteers who will keep us going strong throughout the year. Everyone contributes something unique to the camping experience. For anyone interested in Hosting or Co-Hosting, there is a Manual on our website that will tell you everything that you need to know “how to Host a Rally”.

Volunteers, the key to success:

In addition to hosting a Rally, we need people to help set-up the gathering/eating area and cleaning up afterward. This would assist the Host/Co-Host in meeting the requirements of their Rally schedule. If anyone has any ideas about what we can do to enhance our weekend experience, please share them with us. I will be happy to help you implement your suggestions to the best of my ability. We really need you.

December’s Rally:

“ Christmas is the season for kindling the fire of hospitality in the hall, the genial flame of charity in the heart.” ~Washington Irving

Traveling to December’s rally at Chula Vista RV Park was a bit challenging for most of us who had to tussle with the unavoidable downpour. When we arrived Friday night, we had the daunting task of setting up in the pouring rain. After that, the rain subsided so we were able to resume our socializing. Rick and Irene Blacklock stepped forward as host for our recuperating President, Dick Mathies. They provided a great menu on Friday night, which was catered by the Olive Garden. They organized all of the duties as excellent Host. Thank you for an outstanding job. During Friday night happy hour, Donna Westerman’s talents on the piano kindled the joy of the season by playing Christmas songs. After dinner, Donna and Phil Westerman led the group in singing Christmas carols. Thank you for the musical moments, Donna & Phil. See photos on page 4.

January Rally:

This January 2015, our rally will be in Palms Spring. It’s a time that I know most members will look forward to getting away from our coastal community to enjoy the mild climate in Palm Springs. The theme of this rally is “Opportunity” and there are many places explore in that area. We also have planned a baby photo contest. If infant photos are not available, any of your childhood pictures will be welcomed. They will be displayed in a protected enclosure and returned to you at the end of the rally.

Hope to see you all there! Happy 2015 to all.


President: Vincent Campanella

1st VP: Art Reifman

2nd VP: Kelly Crawford

Trustee: Beverly Kuhn

Trustee: Dan Nixon

Trustee: Donna Westermann

Trustee: Hal Morris

Secretary: Patricia Campanella

Treasurer: Kelly Crawford

Newsletter Editor: Inge Stein

Membership: Dan & Marci Smith

Web Master: Joe Thomas

2015 San Diego Unit Elected Officers



Chula Vista’s December Rally

Yasin and Brisjon

Christmas Carols with Phil & Donna

AC & Dorothy

Let it Rain Let it Rain

Zella and Richard

Mike and Meg Bob & Grace Nibbles..Mmmm Good to see you again Dave

Continued next page

Frank Laura and Joe



Continued: Chula Vista’s December Rally

Bill, Rick & Irene

SATURDAY’S OFFICERS INSTALLATION LUNCH

Kelly our treasurer and new

Prez. Vince Campanella Bev our Trustee with Vince

Misc. Pictures from Chula Vista December Rally

President: Vince C

Trustees : Bev Kuhn, Dan

Nixon and Donna W.

Even with the rain and heavy winds in the evening the days were wonderful with full

sunshine. We welcomed in the new officers at the annual Installation luncheon at the

Marina Restaurant. Santa and the Elves were a joy to watch. Marla was so kind and

gave me a Christmas present of a pair of Airstream Pajama’s so us girls dressed up in

our fancy dud’s “Pajamas”. Sarajane got caught in her pj’s at our November Rally at

Stagecoach in Julian. Had to add her to our “Sisterhood” We should call ourselves the

“Sisterhood of the Travel Pj’s”. Laura and Frank’s granddaughters shared

in the festivities. Noted on the right and mid bottom page.

“Thank you Rick and Irene Blacklock for a wonderful Rally. Inge Stein

Photos by Inge Stein and Bobbie Kingsland”



THIRD ANNUAL NEW YEARS RALLY AT THE NEWPORT DUNES Article written by Sarajane

WE HAD SUCH A GREAT TIME AT OUR NEW YEARS PARTY. I LOOK FORWARD TO IT EVERY YEAR. RENEWING FRIENDSHIPS WITH

OLD FRIENDS AND MAKING NEW ONES.

THIS YEAR THERE WERE OTHER AIRSTREAMERS IN THE PARK WHO JOINED IN OUR FESTIVITIES.

OUR POTLUCK DINNER ON THURSDAY NIGHT WAS FUN AND WE ALMOST FINISHED DINNER,WHEN THE RAIN CAME. THAT NIGHT

WE HAD 60 MPH TRAILER WASH AT NO CHARGE! THE WEATHER WAS SUNNY BUT A LITTLE CHILLY .

NEW YEARS EVE WE HAD OUR PUB CRAWL INSIDE AND IT WAS FUN. “WHAT GREAT FOOD IT APPEARED AND DISAPPEARED!”

NEW YEARS DAY AIRSTREAM ORANGE COUNTY SPONSORED A GREAT BRUNCH WITH ALL THE TRIMMINGS. THE DEALER ALSO

BROUGHT ONE SPRINTER,THE FAMOUS LAND YACHT AND A 23 AND 25 FT TRAILER. THERE WERE 2 TRAILERS SOLD TO THE

ATTENDEES DURING THE RALLY. THESE STREAMERS TRADED UP TO 2015 MODELS .

IT WAS GREAT TO SEE THE DUCTED AIR CONDITIONING TOO. ON THE NEXT DAY WE HAD A SWAP MEET WITH THE FAMOUS TO-

SATTO’S BEAUTIFUL WOOD CREATIONS,CAROL TAGGARTS PLACEMATS, LYONS AND MEUSERS ALSO SOLD SOME GREAT STUFF.

THE AIRSTREAM DEALER SOLD LOTS OF GREAT APPAREL AND THINGS FOR YOUR RIGS.

SOME OF THE LADIES WENT TO TEA WITH ME AT THE PELICAN HILL RESORT AND A LATER THAT DAY WE HAD A DELICIOUS

ITALIAN DINNER CATERED BY MAGGIANOS. AFTER BREAKFAST ON SATURDAY WE BID EACH OTHER ADIEU.

I HAVE SECURED THE SAME GREAT RATES FOR NEXT YEAR FOR 30 SITES. HOPE YOU WILL JOIN US.

Dinner with Friends Clive and Sarajane’s Christmas Decor

Have Dog will Travel

Photos Provided by Sarajane and John Taggart

Nothing like a good cigar

Clive & Sarajane’s: New Years Rally (Newport Dunes)

Carols Placemats

Dinner with Friends Cozying up with friends

Keeping Warm

Happy New Years

This was our first experience for Linda and me with an Air-

stream Rally and thoroughly enjoyed ourselves. Meeting new

friends and learning so much more about our trailer was

awesome. Our son Josh and our dog Gidget enjoyed

themselves too (see attached pictures below). Also, Sarajane

was the ultimate host ensuring a fun time for all.

All the best,

Mike & Linda Greene


While attending the Christmas Rally in Chula Vista this

December, my neighbors Mike and Megan Merkt

noticed that I was slamming the door instead of

shutting the door normally. I own a “2010 Interna-

tional”. Mike came over and suggested that 2 wash-

ers added to the top and bottom hinge would elimi-

nated this problem. He just happened to have a few

extra lying around and was kind enough to install

them for me right there and then. As noted on left

photo, and now the problem is solved. Such an easy

solution for such an irritating problem. Thanks Mike.

Airstream Issues of the Month

In 2010 I had just become the proud owner of my first Airstream

(A 23 foot 2010 International). As a single lady and recently retired I

joined the club and set off for the Rally in Hemet where I first met Abe

Hernandez. Abe is an experienced Airstream Mechanic and has

helped me tremendously throughout these past 4 years. I was

surprised at his reasonable rates; and he extends his services to door

to door delivery. He has checked/packed my tires, installed solar on

the roof, added an extended hitch, created a hideaway door to

extend bathroom and in the process of adding a converter so I can

plug in my coffee pot while on the road. I rely on him to keep me safe

before my long trips across country. I highly recommend him for any

repairs or maintenance you may need. Inge Stein


TREASURY REPORT

Written by Bill Wright and Trish Campanella

After the financial presentation by Unit Treasurer, Kelly Crawford, a few of our members noted that our treasury may have funds in excess of our needs. The question of how best should to use that money was discussed. Some suggest that we use it to attract new members. Others suggest that we use the funds to subsidize unit rallies, the December luncheon or to provide musical entertainment at rallies.

Bill Wright, our former treasurer, spoke briefly about our treasury's history.

Prior to the Region Rally of 2010, the Unit's treasury was financed by members dues. Our Unit dues of $15 covered the publishing and mailing of our newsletter, the cost of the WBCCI badges, the cost of our internet site and a few other administrative items. Overall it was a breakeven situation. Many rally sites could be reserved with little or no reservation fees in a advance.

Over time, things changed. Costs to produce the newsletter went way down with the use of electronic mail and by publishing the newsletter on our web site. With our administrative costs reduced, Bill received approval to lower our unit dues from $15 to $5 per year. This offset the $10 annual dues increase by WBCCI.

Being frugal, our incurred costs were not an issue but over time, cash flow became meaningful. Some of our favorite camp sites started requiring partial, then full payment at the time of reserva-tions. Keep in mind that our Vice President is responsible for making the next year's reservations and it is hard to ask them to personally front these costs. At the time of the rally, the site costs are paid by the rally attendees. Usually, we fill the reserved sites but on occasion, we are short of campers. Since the unit does not ask the rally host to cover these unpaid site fees, the unit needs its treasury funds to keep the host whole. One rally's shortfall can easily consume nearly the entire membership dues received for that year.

The Unit leadership committee approved his proposition. Immediately a handful of hardwork-ing, dedicated members volunteered put their ideas together and formed a committee to host a Region Rally. The main benefit of hosting a Region rally is that it provides the host Unit with an opportunity to raise money. It was learned that funds received in excess of rally costs were divided between the host Unit and the Region. One third goes to Region while two-thirds remain with the Unit treasury. None of the committee members had experience hosting a Region rally.

It was hoped to get 50-60 rigs at Hemet 2010. A budget was created based on 60 rigs attending. At the set rally fee, our fixed costs were covered and a slight excess would be realized and shared. We were surprised by the results. It might have been due to the creative enterprise of the organizers or most likely, the widespread, fun loving reputation of the Unit, 90 rigs attended! This yielded the windfall excess that pumped up our capital.

Second, the deposit requirements for county and regional parks have tightened. Some of the more popular places require 100% upfront fee, 6-months to a year in advance. It is important to maintain a balance that is available to reimburse the 2nd VP when he/she makes the advance reservations. Simple example: reserve 15 sites, two nights at $45 per night. This is $1,350 per rally and can easily be for 4 to 6 reservations within a year.

How to spend extra money? By-laws put specific restrictions in place. For example, the unit is not allowed to pay for certain things, like treating a new member to complimentary first rally or gas expenses for executive board members, but it can be used to subsidize things like the December luncheon. The topic remains open for discussion. Should the funds raised by the few that worked on the Region rally be used to subsidize current rally attendees or held for future cash requirements? If you have any ideas, please share them with us.


SAN DIEGO UNIT RALLY

March 20 – 22, 2015

KEEP ON CELEBRATING

DOS PICOS COUNTY PARK 17953 Dos Picos Park Road

Ramona, CA 92065 Phone Number: 760.789.2220

Directions: From I-15 in Poway - Take Poway Road (CR-S4) East. Turn Left on Highway 67. Take Hwy 67 North to Mussey Grade Road (approx. 5.7 miles), Turn Right onto Mussey Grade Road and

bear right onto Dos Picos Park Road. Follow this one mile to the park entrance.

RALLY ITINERARY

Arrival Friday March 20, 2015 2:00 pm Check-in 4:30 pm Happy Hour, Bring Drink and Snack 5:30 pm Dinner (Fish, Shrimp and Veggi Tacos; Beans/Rice; made by Abe Hernandez

Dessert – Provided by Hosts)

Saturday, March 21, 2015 8:30 am Breakfast (Quiche/Fresh Fruit/Sausage/Veggi Bacon - provided) 10:30am Unit Meeting 12:30 – 2:30 Abe Hernandez

Seminar Trailer Safety/Backing Up – Ladies Get Your Engines Started 4:30 pm Happy Hour, Bring Drink and Snack 6:00 pm Dinner (Corned Beef/Cabbage/Potatoes/Onions/Carrots/Rye Bread/Sauerkraut/

Irish Soda Bread/Irish Butter – provided) Odd Trailer #’s Bring a Dessert Even Trailer #’s Bring a Salad Following Dinner we will have games provided (Joker, Dominos, etc. in the Pavilion) Sunday, March 22, 2015 8:30 am Breakfast (Hard Boiled Eggs/Fresh Fruit/Irish Soda Bread/Assorted Quick Breads) 1:00 pm Departure


SAN DIEGO UNIT RALLY March 20 – 22, 2015

Dos Picos County Park

Send Check, payable to “Roberta Kingsland” and Return This Coupon to:

Roberta (Bobbi) Kingsland, P.O. Box 8809, Newport Beach, CA 92658

For more information call Bobbi at (949) 689-4378; Email: [email protected]

Or Marla Liberty at 320 E. Acacia Ave, El Segundo CA 90245 (310) 346-0226

Email: [email protected]

Camping Fee (2 nights) $65.00 _____________________

Food $20/person x _______ #people -_____________________

TOTAL _____________________

Vegetarian meals YES (Please Circle)

Name:________________ WBCCI #__________ Rig Length ______ # of People _________

Greetings Region 12 Unit Presidents, Webmasters and Newsletter Editors: This year, Region 12 officers extend a warm welcome to join us for the inaugural Cali Rally to be held near Santa Margarita, California. Camatta Ranch, nestled in San Luis Obispo County, is comprised of 32,000 acres and is sure to provide a unique, off the grid, drycamp event for all. Unit presidents, we would like to include a member from each unit to be part of the organizing team and re-quest your assistance in finding an enthusiastic volunteer. Newsletter editors and Webmasters, please help us in getting the event publicized in your upcoming newsletter and websites. The agenda is still a work in pro-gress and awaits a creative team, but we look forward to offering a little bit of something for everyone! Questions? Please call or email Jim Polk at [email protected] or 805.646.7293 Warm regards, Jim Polk Region 12 Officers Robert Stansbury, President Tom Smithson, 1st Vice President Jim Polk, 2nd Vice President Cali Rally Organizing Committee Region 12 Officers: Bob, Tom, Jim Central Coast California: El Camino Real: Golden West: Margaret + Brian Handshoe Greater Los Angeles: Alan + Jean Amundsen

Long Beach: Nancy + Tim Murphy SEE FLYER ON NEXT PAGE

mailto:[email protected]



tel:805.646.7293


2015 San Diego Rally Schedule

January 16-18 Emerald Desert RV Resort, Palm Desert, CA Hosts: Trish and Vince Campanella with Mike Scherkenbach

February 13-15

March 20-22

Guajome SD Regional Park, Oceanside, CA Hosts: Hal and Johe, Donna and Phil Westerman

Dos Picos, Ramona, CA Hosts: Victor and Bobbi Kingsland with Marla Liberty

April 17-19

April 16-20

May 15-17

San Diego Unit Rally Anza Borrego Desert State Park, 200 Palm Canyon Dr OR Region 12 Cali Rally, Atascadero Camatta Ranch, Santa Margarita, CA

Golden Village Palms RV Resort, Hemet, CA Hosts: Deanna and Steve Miller: Co Hosts needed

June 6

June 26-July 4

Picnic at Jojoba, 45120 Highway 79, Aguana, CA Hosts: Bev Kuhn with Dana and Joyce Class, Heather and Phil Auchter

INTERNATIONAL RALLY, Farmington, New Mexico

August 14—16

September 25-27

The Oaks Sacred Rock, 1331 Shasta Way, Boulevard CA 91905 Hosts: Marcia and Mark Decoster: Co Hosts needed

Oakzanita Springs, Springs RV Park, 11053 Highway 79, Decanso CA 91916 Hosts: Frank and Laura Tosatto

October 6-11

November 13-15

REGION RALLY, Silver City RV Park, Minden, (Carson City) Nevada Hosts: Sierra Nevada Unit

Pechanga Casino RV Park, Temecula CA Hosts: Bobbie and Dick Mathies, Co Hosts with Rick and Irene Blacklock

December 11-13 Chula Vista, RV Resort, Chula Vista CA Hosts: Vince and Patricia Campanella


Message From the

Editor

Happy New Year to all Airstreamer’s:

Thank you my wonderful Airstreamer’s for a terrific year. And a special thanks goes out to all our hosts and co hosts for making our Rally’s so successful in 2014, without your hard work this would not be possible. I am extremely grateful to all of our members who sent in articles and photos of our airstream adventures through-out the year. It is because of you our newsletter keeps going. A New Year is upon us again. A time to reflect on years gone by and to look forward to new and exciting years to come. I give thanks to all my new and old friends, some I have known for 60 years. May your Christmas be filled with lots of happiness, peace and love... Happy Trails and stay safe! :)

Inge Stein Newsletter Editor

[email protected] 858-335-9885

Westermann Phil & Donna Jan-1 Blaksley Michael & Nancy Jan-14 Towndrow Clive & Sarajane Jan-27 Rozendal Richard & Mary Feb-5 Campanella Vincent & Patricia Feb-12 Auchter Phil & Heather Feb-14 Crawford Kelly & Lisa, Austin Feb-14 Strause Robert & Irene Feb-15 Wright Bill & Cathy Feb-15 Smith/Nichols Dan & Marcy Feb-17

Auchter Heather Jan-14 Schofield Brent Jan-16 Delizo Grace Jan-16 Kingsland Victor Jan-18 Efira Marie Jan-22 Delizo Mike Jan-22 Poll Paula Feb-2 Towndrow Sarajane Feb-3 Johnson Larry Feb-12 Thomas Joseph Feb-12 Filippi Oliver Feb-14 Delizo Bob Feb-14 Poll Ed Feb-16 Blaksley Michael Feb-17 Volk Mark Feb-21 Blacklock Irene Feb-27 Blacklock Rick Feb-27 Kingsland William Feb-28

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