Family Matters

July 2023 Patricia “Pat” Snyder, L1852, FMCA’s first life member along with her late husband, George, died January 20, 2023, at age 88. George was instrumental in spearheading FMCA’s Lifetime…

July 2023 Marcia Atkinson, L10327, wife of past FMCA national president Charlie Atkinson, passed away on November 29, 2022, at the age of 88. Charlie and Marcia met as freshmen…

Many attendees bring a flat-towed vehicle to FMCA international conventions and rallies, and you’re likely to see many Jeeps, Fords, and Hondas. But how many Smart cars have you spotted?…

A tribute to FMCA pioneer Genny Jennings, L26, who becomes a centenarian in July. By Robbin Gould, Editor July 2023 From the time FMCA was formed in July 1963, countless…

FMCA has its roots in a gathering that took place 60 years ago in Maine, when a group of RV owners came together to view a total eclipse of the…

This RVing couple recently celebrated seven years of marriage at FMCA’s 106th International Convention & RV Expo in Perry, Georgia. By Debbi Whitehead, F466379 June 2023 On March 17, Don…

June 2023 FMCA recently learned of the passing of Al Talbott, F223128, former national vice president, Midwest Area, who died on August 24, 2022. The Springfield, Illinois, resident was 87.…

Even if you prepare everything for your adventure in advance, it might not always go as planned. By Timothy Tammeling, F480757 June 2023 It was a dark and stormy afternoon…

June 2023 Janice Ricordati, F173709, wife of past FMCA national vice president Robert “Rick” Ricordati, passed away on February 10, 2023, at the age of 91. Janice was born on…

Right on the border of California and Nevada, this freshwater lake in the Sierra Nevada is home to beautiful sights and fun experiences. By Phil Welty, F492381 May 2023 Lake…

Members of this FMCA chapter gathered for rallies at Cactus League spring training and at a renaissance festival. By William Massey, F504824 May 2023 The Southwest Sun Chasers chapter’s Major…

Longtime FMCA members Joe and Ruth DeGrado have accumulated many miles and memories during their decades of motorhoming. By Gary & Glenda Milner, F409834 April 2023 The Cruisin’ Cajuns celebrated…

FMCA’s GM Bus Owners Of New England chapter commemorated 25 years of rallies and friendship in the Northeast. By Steven Arnold, F444094 March 2023 This past August, the GM Bus…

Located on Lake Blackshear, this state park was established as a memorial and pays homage to military veterans via an indoor and outdoor museum. By Elizabeth Castillo, F516827 March 2023…

FMCA’s South Central Area national vice president gave freely of his time to FMCA and other groups. By Rett Porter, F369084, National President March 2023 With great sadness, I must…

This FMCA chapter is fairly new, and its members are passionate about having fun.  By Jerry Allen, F415834, President, & Donna Wilson, F456450, Secretary February 2023 The Freedom Rollers RV…

The wife of FMCA’s third national president helped nurture the association in its infancy and provided her own children with many valuable lessons. February 2023 In the 1960s, Charlie and…

This creative, tightknit community is all about the textile arts. By Glenda Milner, F409834 January 2023 Meet your FMCA On The Road Stitchers chapter. Organized in 2018, the group enjoys…

Josephine Matyas and Craig Jones are recognized for their deep dive into the history and culture of blues music. January 2023 Family RVing readers have been treated to an array…

This FMCA chapter welcomes owners of diesel-pusher or Super C diesel motorhomes and holds an annual event filled with helpful technical info. By Roger Smalley, F447932 January 2023 The Ramblin’…

December 2022 Robert “Rick” Ricordati, F173709, who served as FMCA national vice president, Western Area, from 2012 to 2014, passed away on August 12, 2022, at the age of 93.…

Members of this northeastern Ohio chapter enjoyed a summer rally and welcomed back good friends. By Janet Caldwell, F419800 December 2022 The Western Reserve Buckeyes held their August 2022 campout…

For more than half a century, this chapter has gathered for fellowship and fun. By Evan “Butch” Evans, F325128 November 2022 The Northwestern chapter was founded in 1967 by several…

We’re on the go and on the grow! By Karla Dayhuff, F404927 (K4KLD) November 2022 The Amateur Radio chapter’s “Appalachian Vacation” kicked off the afternoon of Saturday, May 21, with…

This FMCA chapter hosted a weekend full of fun activities to commemorate its latest milestone year. By Steven Arnold, F444094 A great mix of longtime Bussin’ Buddies chapter members and…

This FMCA group based in western Pennsylvania celebrated its birthday with lots of food and fun. By Aleta Himes, F335003 The Allegheny Mountain chapter’s 45th anniversary occurred in October 2020.…

One RV couple found a Pennsylvania campground that makes a great home base from which to explore a plethora of fun and interesting sites. By Cindy Anderson, F487516 September 2022…

Multiple days of fun, friendship, and festivities. By John & Betsy Aukema, F460879 September 2022 What can we say but a huge “thank you” to everyone who attended and helped…

Honoring a strong past and looking forward to a bright future. By Lynda Micikas, F451914 August 2022 The Colorado Columbines celebrated their 30th year as an FMCA chapter June 9…

Surprises don’t have to ruin an RV journey. By Phyllis Britz, F423634 August 2022 After a fun and activity-packed time at the FMCA International Convention and RV Expo in Tucson,…

A group of RVers created their own version of “Hell’s Kitchen” at a campground on Virginia’s Eastern Shore. By Nicholas Meremianin, F474868 July 2022 It all started when Jason Dudley,…

This new chapter accepts all FMCA members, with a mission to respect others and provide a supportive and fun atmosphere for those who enjoy the RV life. By Tom Wilson,…

By Larry & Debbie Williams, F450660 June 2022 Our introduction to RVing began just like many other families’ stories: a leaky wall tent, a Coleman stove and lantern, and a…

Growing the chapter’s family of military veterans at FMCA’s recent Tucson convention. By Bo deBlieux, F441784 June 2022 The SMART FMCA chapter took the 104th International Convention and RV Expo…

Ann Schipper, F17603, loved FMCA and cherished all the memories and friends she and her husband, George, made through their involvement. Ann served as treasurer of the Central Florida Roadrunners…

RV life leads to endless adventures, beauty, and joy.  By RonnieSue Ambrosino, F328569 Icebergs, whales, snowy mountaintops, owls, and northern lights — do these words conjure up any images? RVing…

Take a look at the little trailer with your heart instead of your eye — you might see something much greater. By Tom Burick, F529976 May 2022 On the surface,…

Laurie Benjamin shared this photo of her grandson, 20-month-old Dakota, the “youngest member” of FMCA’s Camping Squares chapter, posing with 91-year-young Lorraine Brockway, the chapter’s oldest member. In November 2022,…

FMCA charter member Richard “Dick” Parece, F22, died on January 13, 2022, at age 92 after suffering from Alzheimer’s disease for many years. Dick and his wife, Nancy, were instrumental…

One RVer’s travel memorabilia represents more than just his journeys. By Tony Trimarco and sidekick “Maple,” F408182 What started as a collection of vanity license plates has become a traveling…

In 1982 Fred and Luella (Lou) Kennedy joined FMCA and, shortly thereafter, several South Central Area chapters. Fred and Lou jumped into volunteering with FMCA in a big way. Fred…

Members of the Overland Trailblazers West chapter combined off-road fun and area exploration with good food and fellowship at a fall rally in Moab, Utah. By Russ Hill, F398692 March…

Touched by the devastation caused by tornadoes that ripped through a small Kentucky town, one FMCA couple decided to make a difference. By Jim Brooks, F428700 March 2022 Usually, my…

The Penn Coachmen chapter hopes to make this multichapter event at the Pocono Raceway an annual affair, and they had so much fun at the inaugural gathering that next year…

The Pacific Northwest serves as the playground for this group of RV owners, who approach life as a voyage of discovery, which likely has played into the chapter’s longevity. By…

Hal Stewart, F349893, can say that an interest in travel and camping run in the family. Recently, he shared this photo of his great-grandparents Dora and Ed Stewart and his…

By Becky Coulter, F364410 January 2022 Membership in FMCA’s Cuatro Estados chapter generally hovered around 40 RVs, plus or minus. But we achieved some impressive membership statistics in 2021. The…

Chapter members celebrated 15-plus years of fun with a fall rally in Washington’s wine country. By Mark Fredericksen, F426246 January 2022 The pandemic delayed the 15th anniversary celebration of FMCA’s…

By Patricia G. Turpin, F185178 Times change and require at least a little flexibility to keep up. That’s one of the things that has made the Country Coach Texans RV…