Palmetto State South Carolina Unit

We had our first get-together of the New Year on Saturday, January 14th at Mutt’s BBQ in Greer, SC from 11:00 to 2:00. 25 members attended and enjoyed a few hours of conversation and good food and a brief discussion of upcoming events. Our next get-together is a rally at the New Green Acres RV Park in Walterboro, SC, Feb 9-12. It will be a joint rally with the Coastal Unit of South Carolina and promises to be a lot of fun. Here are some photos from the luncheon.

Many thanks to our hosts, Chuck and Beth Lee, for allowing us to meet at their lovely, historic home in Greenville, SC for our annual Holiday Brunch. 24 members attended this year, and we all enjoyed the festive setting, wonderful food, and beautiful piano playing provided by Beth (with some Christmas caroling lead by Luci). Dick gave us a short Holiday message. We missed Diane and Sarah who were out due to illness or injury, and all the others who were not able to attend.

Many folks from both North and South Carolina units pulled together to help make the 2011 Carolina’s State Rally fun and successful (and many thanks to Alicia from the South Florida unit.) The weather was a little rainy but we had pretty Fall weather for the “Day In The Park” Game Day on Friday and the Saturday Open House that welcomed interested people from the community to tour both vintage and newer Airstreams. The Male Fashion Show certainly drew some laughter, and we enjoyed fine professional entertainment other nights. The Yesterukes once again were a big hit. Generous donors and bidders made the Silent and Live Auctions a success. We had outstanding items this year that made for some competitive bidding!

We also held the Officer’s Installation on Wednesday night, other events included a  Joker tournament, Card Bingo,  crafts, and a safety lecture. Thanks to Dick Martiny and his wife from Region 3 and everyone who helped with set-up, clean-up and food. We had a great emcee and tons of help from many people. Hope to see you all next year! 

We had 9 units at our June Rally and 3 grandchildren attended: Hannah -6 years old, Max - 8 years old and Drew -9 years old. The kids enjoyed a busy weekend, doing crafts, playing games and riding their bikes in the rain! They watched Yogi Bear (the movie) and enjoyed popcorn and lemonade on Friday night, followed by some wonderful s’mores made on a fire under the shelter. Saturday morning came with pancakes and sausage on a stick (pretty tasty!) and scrambled eggs. They had a lot of craft time on Saturday due to the rain; decorating sun visors, making door decorations and a beaded bracelet. A visit to the creek rounded the day out.  What a lot of fun it was for the kids and their grandparents. These kids will have great memories of the fun times they had camping with their grandparents and their Airstreams.  

We wish four of our members safe travels as they head to the International Rally. Jake and Diane are first timers but we know that Martha and George will show them the ropes. Thanks to them for representing us. Wish we could all join them! Have fun!

There were 13 units at our May “Buddy Rally”, although no-buddies showed up. We had two visitors from out of state, Florida and North Carolina, and we enjoyed having them. Sarah was testing menu items for the upcoming Carolinas State Rally, so you know we had good food to enjoy. Conversation was lively about the constitution changes and amendment votes at the International Rally (voting has been postponed until next year).  We also discussed the State  Rally and how we can make it more fun and entertaining than ever before….make plans to attend this October, 12-16, 2011.

We had a great turnout for the first camping rally of the 2011 season. We had more units come than planned for, so we even used their overflow parking! We enjoyed a wonderful BBQ meal prepared by Bill.  We had wonderful weather and had fun shopping f0r bargains at the flea market adjoining the campground. Plans are set for a repeat next year.

Some past and some new members joined us at our annual Anniversary luncheon at Silver Bay Restuarant in Simpsonville, SC on Saturday, Feb 12.  A business meetng was held and we discussed the coming rally at the RV Barnyard in Lexington, SC . (March 18-20) . If you plan to attend, you must make your own reservations at the park. The phone number is 800-633-6351.  We will be enjoying both eating out at nearby restuarants as well as a special group meal featuring BBQ provided by new member Bill. Looking forward to our first rally of the season! 

Here are a few photos from past rallies, to tide us over during these long winter months.  Help create new rally memories in 2011!