April 2020 Jim Phillips, F158824, once considered running for a city council seat in Beaverton, Oregon, where he and his wife, Ann, lived. But he dropped the idea after she…
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Richard “Doc” Scranton offers an unvarnished look at his career. By John Johnston, Associate Editor April 2020 Retirement has been good to Richard “Doc” Scranton and his wife, Laurie, F219098,…
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These FMCA members take in the history and sights of northwest Nevada. By Russ Olmo, F313969 April 2020 Members of the Sierra Hi Rollers chapter pride ourselves in being a…
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RVing offers a welcome respite for a hardworking farm family. By John Johnston, Associate Editor April 2020 We spread it on toast, plop it on baked potatoes, and place pats…
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Members enjoyed sharing ideas, laughter, and food. By Sue Cipa, F431859 April 2020 When they learned that the Great Eastern Area Rally (known by many as GEAR) would not happen…
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Membership in this Midwest Area club has tripled the past few years. By Pat Stien, F414917 March 2020 The Over the Hills chapter had a very busy 2019. Our 45th…
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The FMCA family responded to a member during his time in need. By Gary and Glenda Milner, F409834, FMCA National Vice President, Midwest Area March 2020 When FMCA members are…
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March 2020 During the many years that he owned a charter bus company, Richard “Dick” Hammann, L40104, welcomed such high-profile passengers as Liberace, Frank Sinatra, the Four Tops, Billy Joel,…
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In their time of need, a family turned to the FMCA campground. By John Johnston, Associate Editor February 2020 Of all the benefits available to FMCA members, one in particular…
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Rocky and Julie Naylor’s converted Greyhound packs the “wow” factor. By John Johnston, Associate Editor February 2020 Whether they’re attending a classic car show, visiting a national park, or hanging…
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Paul and Betty Byrnes, F493073 Occupations: Paul: Retired dealer for a water-treatment company. Betty: Retired special education teacher/consultant and real estate agent. Home: Cape Coral, Florida. RV: 2015 Thor A.C.E.…
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Anniversary rally harks back to the 1960s. By Dixie B. Helms, F462713 February 2020 What comes to mind when you think back to 1969? Maybe Neil Armstrong’s famous quote, “That’s…
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February 2020 The story of Owen and Vivian Autry’s decision to join FMCA is short but sweet. The couple, who owned four Baskin-Robbins stores, learned about the RV organization from…
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Members stayed busy with numerous rally activities. By Gary Cipa, F431859 February 2020 Penn Coachmen members celebrated the chapter’s 50th anniversary during a rally held September 19 to 22, 2019,…
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Join these FMCA members as they explore sites in Oklahoma and Texas. By Delores Holloway, F278472 An adventure awaits Red River Rovers chapter members every time we arrive at a…
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Motorhome travel has helped fuel a life-changing transformation for this Arizona couple. By John Johnston, Associate Editor January 2020 Most people can point to specific moments that changed the trajectory…
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This Arizona chapter travels together to places both near and far. By Clint Smith, F245135 January 2020 The Tucson Drifters chapter is known for traveling farther and more often than…
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Jarnuary 2020 When the California Coasters chapter held a rally in Coos Bay, Oregon, in September 2019, members visited Washed Ashore Gallery in Bandon, Oregon. Washed Ashore is a project…
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January 2020 In the 1960s, when FMCA was a fledgling association beset with growing pains, a small group of people devoted their time and talent to ensure its ultimate success.…
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Rally-goers return to a Pennsylvania campground that holds fond memories. By Elaine Mills, F104146 January 2020 Nearly 50 Capitol chapter members, old and new, gathered for a rally from October…
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Walter “Lee” and Joy Atterholt, F500402 Occupations: Lee: Retired Navy nurse and retired California peace officer. Joy: Retired schoolteacher. Home: Redlands, California. RV: 1998 Beaver Monterey 3600 motorhome. Pets: Two…
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Highlights included games, fellowship, and dinner. By Betty Williams, F318716 January 2020 Olympic Snowbirds members celebrated the chapter’s 35th anniversary at a September 2019 rally held at the Port Townsend…
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Members celebrated at a September rally. By Rachel Schlepp, F432889 December 2019 Oregon River Ramblers members celebrated the chapter’s 20th anniversary at a rally held September 20 to 22, 2019,…
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This new FMCA chapter focuses on a luxurious fifth-wheel brand. By Jeff Engel, F481953 The group called Teton Club International (TCI) was started in 1990 by Robert “Boots” Ingram. He…
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RVing makes new adventures possible for a family of four, including their 16-year-old with disabilities. By John Johnston, Associate Editor December 2019 A few years ago, when Donn Hensel first…
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This new FMCA chapter focuses on a luxurious fifth-wheel brand. By Jeff Engel, F481953 December 2019 The group called Teton Club International (TCI) was started in 1990 by Robert “Boots”…
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Highlights included a catered dinner, a craft activity, and a fundraising auction. By Glenda Specht, F426796 November 2019 Members of Pacers Northwest celebrated the chapter’s 30th anniversary at a rally…
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November 2019 Katherine “Kitty” Ammenheuser, A157201, died July 24, 2019, at home in Beaumont, Texas. She was 79. She was the wife of Jim Ammenheuser, who from 1999 to 2003…
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Russ and Laura Hines, F493195 Home: Glen Rock, Pennsylvania. Occupations: Russ: Retired police officer; now a mobile RV service technician. Laura: Registered nurse. RV: 2019 Tiffin Phaeton motorhome. Pets: Axel,…
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Former big-league pitcher Milt Wilcox makes a splash with dock-jumping dogs. By John Johnston, Associate Editor November 2019 Milt Wilcox, F483994, considers himself fortunate that significant portions of his life…
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Members gathered at Route 66 RV Resort for anniversary rally. By Robert Malseed, F237489 November 2019 Chaparral, which was chartered in July 1969 as FMCA’s 14th chapter, primarily represents northern…
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A couple from Omaha, Nebraska, now displays FMCA membership number F500000. By John Johnston, Associate Editor October 2019 Stacey and Shari Froemming bought a motorhome in April 2016, and before…
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Harry and Renee Wright, F477678 Occupations: Harry: Retired insurance company director. Renee: In a second career as owner of a home-based graphic arts and event-planning business. Home: Hudson, Ohio. RV:…
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Rally highlights included tours, presentations, and sharing of memories. By Gene Grimm, F365986, Chapter President October 2019 Days of heavy rains gave way to glorious sunshine during the Ramblin’ NoDaks…
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A 25-year-old motorhome gets a much-needed makeover. By Steve Thomas, F453140 October 2019 There is a moment when you realize you have found the right one in life. I am…
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Members enjoyed good food, fun activities, and fine company. By Barbara Anderson, F50622 October 2019 Members of the Bay Travelers celebrated the chapter’s 25th anniversary at a rally from May…
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September 2019 Many memorable moments make up a wedding day, and that was true on June 28, 2019, when FMCA’s assistant controller, Brian Bacik, married Stephanie Long in the Cincinnati…
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Alan and Paula Grissom, F484042 Occupations: Retired. RV: 2013 Winnebago Journey. Full-timing since: January 1, 2016. Before that, home was Redding, California. Full-timing’s appeal: The freedom to be wherever we…
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By Joe Rossi, F350619 September 2019 In 2014, my wife, Bonnie, and I hosted a rally for the Country Coach Heartlanders chapter at Tropical Palms Resort in Kissimmee, Florida. Seeking…
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This chapter meets at Thousand Trails locations in the Lone Star State. By Paul Pacior, F398530 The Thousand Trails of Texas chapter began in 1986 and is now in its…
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An act of violence hasn’t stopped these FMCA members from helping others unlock their inner creativity. By John Johnston, Associate Editor September 2019 Richard and Michele Fritz, F464306, knew early…
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FMCA has benefited from Bill and Deanie Hendrix’s lifelong association with RVs. By John Johnston, Associate Editor August 2019 FMCA membership number F761 has a long, proud history. It encompasses…
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By Ellen Walker, F455597 August 2019 Florida Crackers members celebrated the FMCA chapter’s 10th anniversary at a rally held April 8 to 12, 2019, in Jekyll Island, Georgia. Betty Duncan,…
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A rally in Elmendorf, Texas, featured fun, friends, and food. By Phyllis Avella, F424750 August 2019 In 1978, Texans Bob and Lavonne Humphreys found it difficult to attend FMCA rallies…
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Alan and Paula Grissom, F484042 Occupations: Retired. RV: 2013 Winnebago Journey. Full-timing since: January 1, 2016. Before that, home was Redding, California. Full-timing’s appeal: The freedom to be wherever we…
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This chapter emphasizes fun, well-planned rallies. By Peggy Jordan, Associate Editor August 2019 If you have a motorhome (any brand is fine) and you live or travel in western North…
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Larry Deese turns humble golf carts into eye-catching vehicles. By John Johnston, Associate Editor July 2019 Let’s say you’re in the market for a golf cart. Not just a run-of-the-mill…
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FMCA University “graduates” its first RVers Extraordinaire. By John Johnston, Associate Editor’ July 2019 Mike Walsh of Franklin, North Carolina, and Jim Johnson of Altoona, Iowa, don’t know each other,…
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July 2019 For at least 10 years, John and Nancy Alguire, F82262, hosted a Fourth of July rally at their Mechanicville, New York, home for members of FMCA’s Bussin’ Buddies…
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Gracie, a 6-pound toy mixed breed pup (poodle, Chihuahua, and Yorkshire terrier), appeared ready to take matters, and the steering wheel, into her own paws after traveling by motorhome from…