Topic: New Years Unofficial Rally with non-hosts (Read 22756 times)

Ken & Sheila · « **on:** August 10, 2008, 12:50:41 PM »

Place: Catalina State Park, Oro Valley, AZ
Dates: We will be there Dec 26 (Fri) through Jan 3rd (SAT) - I assume most will arrive Monday 12/29 and leave on the 2nd or 3rd.
Type: unorganized
non-RallyMaster: Ken&Sheila

Please note that Catalina State Park does not take reservations. (it did not fill last year)

Ken

Betty Brewer · « **Reply #1 on:** August 10, 2008, 04:43:01 PM »

Ken and Shiela,
January 1, 2009 marks the beginning of my year to plan the vacations. We plan to be there . Will likely arrive 12/29 as we make our way "home" from Albuquerque for Christmas. Maybe ealier.

Betty and Terry

Wendy · « **Reply #2 on:** August 10, 2008, 07:07:06 PM »

We're not sure what we're doing this winter other than either Death Valley or Anza Borrego for Christmas and maybe a Death Valley Rally before or after Quartzite. Mike is insisting that we will NOT be in Colorado this winter (wonder whose turn it is to decide where we go?) But if we're in the area, we'll be there.

Isn't there an old song about "What Are You Doing New Year's"?

Wendy
Cortez CO

Ken & Sheila · « **Reply #3 on:** August 10, 2008, 07:48:54 PM »

Betty,

I glad you and Terry will be coming again. Fred and Daisy are also hoping to come.

Wendy,

I hope you and Mike can make to Catalina.

Ken

rhmahoney · « **Reply #4 on:** August 10, 2008, 07:54:01 PM »

Mahoney has marked his calendar.

mariekie · « **Reply #5 on:** August 13, 2008, 04:02:43 PM »

Since Catalina State Park is so to speak in our backyard (8 miles away), we will drop in and meet some of the forum members. Betty this is a great way to visit!!

Marie

BernieD · « **Reply #6 on:** August 13, 2008, 05:11:06 PM »

Quote from: wendycoke on August 10, 2008, 07:07:06 PM

We're not sure what we're doing this winter other than either Death Valley or Anza Borrego for Christmas and maybe a Death Valley Rally before or after Quartzite.

Wendy

Keep us up to date with your DV plans. We want very much to go back soon. Christmas/New Year or a post QZ (not pre) rally works.

Betty Brewer · « **Reply #7 on:** August 13, 2008, 06:04:01 PM »

Quote from: mariekie on August 13, 2008, 04:02:43 PM

Since Catalina State Park is so to speak in our backyard (8 miles away), we will drop in and meet some of the forum members. Betty this is a great way to visit!!

Oh Come on you guys,

Bring your motorhome down and party with us for New Years. I promise we will celebrate on New York time and it won't be a late night. I will also try to retrieve my own shoes this year. Marlene please wear pink shoes!

I want to go to Tubac again. You guys could be such wonderful tour guides! Even if you don't bring your rig we'll be happy to have you come on by and meet Forum members!

Betty
In Peggy's Cove

mariekie · « **Reply #8 on:** August 13, 2008, 10:53:52 PM »

Betty,
If it depended on Chuck we will be there with the motor home. As you know, there is sooooo.....much to see and do in our area. Why not get the ladies to do Tubac?

Marie

Ken & Sheila · « **Reply #9 on:** August 14, 2008, 11:20:22 PM »

Betty, Tubac is always worth a visit.

We bought a beautiful piece of copper "yard art" in Tubac a few years ago. One of the few things that we have in storage.

Summerhaven (top of Mt Lemmon) is also fun to visit. Someday I want to drive the back road to the top of Mt Lemmon - from Oracle, but the road will be close for the winter.

We haven't been to the desert Sonora Museum in many years and will probably make visit this year.

ken

lucyakers · « **Reply #10 on:** August 23, 2008, 12:51:21 PM »

I marked George's calendar. Mine already marked this year.

We heard it was a great time last year.

Ken & Sheila · « **Reply #11 on:** August 23, 2008, 10:20:35 PM »

Lucy,

We are glad your and George are coming to Catalina SP for New years.

You need to call Pat and Jim Dick and tell them they need to join us!

ken & sheila

Tom · « **Reply #12 on:** August 23, 2008, 10:35:42 PM »

You're unofficially on the hook Ken. This topic is linked on our web site.

Ken & Sheila · « **Reply #13 on:** August 24, 2008, 04:47:52 PM »

Tom,

If I can unhost a rally two years in a row, anybody can do it.

Actually we will plan a few events, but I will count on Betty to pitch in as usual. Russ hosted the actual new Years party at his coach last year.

ken

Tom · « **Reply #14 on:** August 24, 2008, 06:37:50 PM »

Wish we could be there.

Lorna · « **Reply #15 on:** August 25, 2008, 09:11:06 AM »

Wish we could be there, too, since last year was so much fun, but the lot in Texas is needing our attention for at least this winter. We have a buddy pad with full hook-ups for anyone who would like to visit us. There are more pads available with our neighbors or a COE park a few miles away and many things to do in the area (San Antonio, Austin, Fredicksberg, etc).

Ken & Sheila · « **Reply #16 on:** August 25, 2008, 10:21:15 PM »

Lorna,

Sorry you'll miss the rally.

We plam go to the Austin // San Antonio area in February or March. We are starting our "search". If your around, we will stop by.

ken

KodiakRV · « **Reply #17 on:** August 26, 2008, 06:46:36 PM »

Quote from: Lorna on August 25, 2008, 09:11:06 AM

Wish we could be there, too, since last year was so much fun, but the lot in Texas is needing our attention for at least this winter. We have a buddy pad with full hook-ups for anyone who would like to visit us. There are more pads available with our neighbors or a COE park a few miles away and many things to do in the area (San Antonio, Austin, Fredicksberg, etc).

Lorna -- How far away from Austin are you? Our son lives there.

Lorna · « **Reply #18 on:** August 26, 2008, 09:46:21 PM »

Ken and Sheila

We will be there in Feb and March for sure just let us know when you will be in the area.

Frank

We are about 75 miles from Austin.

Daisy · « **Reply #19 on:** August 27, 2008, 01:51:56 PM »

Ken:

Fred and I are planning on New Years again. We so enjoyed last years there.

Daisy

Pierat · « **Reply #20 on:** August 27, 2008, 03:10:26 PM »

Like Marie, Catalina State Park is practically in our back yard, too. We will plan to drop by and introduce ourselves, and look forward to meeting you all. We've never "not rallied" before.

Ken & Sheila · « **Reply #21 on:** August 27, 2008, 09:37:38 PM »

Daisy,

Glad you will be joining us again.

Pierat,

Look forward to meeting you.

ken

ArdraF · « **Reply #22 on:** November 15, 2008, 06:22:17 PM »

We've been a little slow at making this year's plans, but we're planning to attend 2008 New Year's at Catalina State Park. We expect to arrive on Sunday, Dec. 28th. It sounds like you all had fun in previous years so it's about time we finally joined you. We'll look forward to seeing everyone.

ArdraF and JerryF

Ken & Sheila · « **Reply #23 on:** November 15, 2008, 08:53:44 PM »

Ardra and Jerry,

Glad you will be joining us this year.

ken & sheila

lucyakers · « **Reply #24 on:** November 20, 2008, 11:58:38 AM »

What about the group area? Anybody know? It says they take reservations for that but maybe it is inappropriate?

Are we doing electric or Quartzsite-dry?

RLSharp · « **Reply #25 on:** November 20, 2008, 05:05:22 PM »

Quote from: Wendy on August 10, 2008, 07:07:06 PM

We're not sure what we're doing this winter other than either Death Valley or Anza Borrego for Christmas and maybe a Death Valley Rally before or after Quartzite.

Wendy,

Are there still plans for some sort of Death Valley Rally after Quartzsite? We have never been to DV and are talking about a trip there this year. After Quartzsite might work well for us. Would pre- or post-Quartzsite likely be the best weather?

Richard

Ken & Sheila · « **Reply #26 on:** November 20, 2008, 07:42:50 PM »

Lucy,

The group area is nice, but strictly dry camping.

The regular sites (we will be in the "new" area) have 50 amp power and water, but NO reservations. Last year it never filled, but did get down to only a few open sites.

ken

BernieD · « **Reply #27 on:** November 21, 2008, 08:43:20 AM »

Quote from: RLSharp on November 20, 2008, 05:05:22 PM

Wendy,

Are there still plans for some sort of Death Valley Rally after Quartzsite? We have never been to DV and are talking about a trip there this year. After Quartzsite might work well for us. Would pre- or post-Quartzsite likely be the best weather?

Richard

Richard

As of right now, Marlene and I are planning on going to DV after QZ, even if Wendy doesn't show

We've been there a couple of times after QZ and don't remember any weather issues.

lucyakers · « **Reply #28 on:** November 21, 2008, 09:27:25 AM »

So I shall plan on luxury, as opposed to Quartzsite-style! Be my first-time use of the microwave!

Barb · « **Reply #29 on:** December 11, 2008, 10:36:09 AM »

Frank and I are currently at Catalina State Park. I thought I'd share some info with those who are coming for the rally. Exits 254 - 258 on I-10 are still closed. There is still road construction on Oracle Rd. And the have the barriers right on the white line dividing the lanes from the shoulder. Very Tight. The signs for the park are down, due to the construction.

The new Walmart and Best Buy are open. If your coming down Tangerine Rd, you can turn right into the mall. Drive through, cross Oracle and right into the park. But beware.......The have put 10" x 5' speed bumps in. Very Nasty.

If your coming in after 5:00, the dump station on the road is closed at night. And the pull-thru site have the hook-ups in the back. We pulled in, disconnected the toad, and than had to back-up.

All the sites in campground B are sat fri, and have 50A with water. Fire Danger is extremely, extremely High.

Have Fun, Happy Holidays and Happy New Year

Travel Safe and may the road be smooth before ye

Barb

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