GMCnet a Chapter Member

[mr.c]

I learn more from this net than anywhere else... Would like to meet all of you.
How about coming to the great southwest. I would invite all of you the the Western
States Rally I am hosting on Oct 5 to 10 during the Kodak International bloon
fiesta but I don't think all of you would fit. If you want to come, let me know.

Al Chernoff
77 Eleganza II

> I think a GMCnetters Chapter would be an excellent idea. I know I have much
> more interface with all you than I do with local chapters. How about the Oregon
> Coast for the first chapter meeting????
> Gary
> '77 Kingsley
> North Bend, Oregon Coast (wet and green)
>

>
> > Maybe we should become a chapter member??? Plus, would be nice
> > to have Patrick as one of the guest speakers?? Intl could use
> > some fresh blood. We have many members in the Sunshine Statemen
> > that are also members in the Great Lakers, Dixielanders and other
> > clubs also.
> >
> > What do you think GMCnetters? Shouldn't we be recognized too? As
> > I recall from Patrick we have had up to 300 members?? That is bigger
> > than most of the other "clubs".
> >
> > Just my rambling .02
> >
> > Mike F.
> >
> > >>
> > >> If you read the next to last paragraph on the front page of the
> > >> GMCMI Myrtle
> > >> Beach 1999 Spring Convention notice, it talks about "Chapter
> > >> parking...".
> > >> Guess you understand the GMCnetters, in this instance, are not
> > >> considered a
> > >> chapter! And if they were, a coordinator has to contact Ralph
> > >> Luby by March
> > >> 1st, to make it happen.
> > >>
> > >> Paul Bartz
> > >>
> > >> From: Patrick Flowers [mailtoatri63]
> > >> Sent: Monday, January 18, 1999 10:10 PM
> > >> Subject: Re: GMC: GMC Myrtle Beach Rally
> > >>

> > >> There was some chat about us 'Netters' getting together prior
> > >> to attending
> > >> the Myrtle Beach Convention in March.
> > >> Any further plans or discussion. I think it would be great for us to be
> > >> able to arrive together (and therefore be located close together). Any
> > >> Thoughts?????
> > >> Thom,
> > >> The Sunshine Statesmen are planning to meet at Ocean
> > >> Lakes(about .5 mi south
> > >> of Lakewood) on Friday and Saturday prior to the Int'l Rally officially
> > >> starting up on Sunday. BTW, arrival time has nothing to do
> > >> with your site
> > >> location. Sites are preassigned and you're given pre-printed
> > >> stickers for
> > >> coach and toad upon arrival.
> > >> BTW, the "GMCnet Gathering" will likely be Monday afternoon.
> > >> We'll post the
> > >> precise time and location on Sunday afternoon to give everyone
> > >> more notice
> > >> than we managed at Marion.
> > >>

 

[darren paget]

This idea may have some merit. What kind of support could we expect from the people
who use this site. We can work through the red tape with some perseverance. This
would probably be the only duo-country coast to coast chapter. Personally I am for
the effort. Darren

> I think a GMCnetters Chapter would be an excellent idea. I know I have much
> more interface with all you than I do with local chapters.

 

[darren paget]

You people reply and I will keep a running tally. Those for and against our own
chapter. Do you think we will reduce the size of other existing chapters?
Darren

> I agree.
> Ted Schurman
> 73 Glacier VA
>

 

[darren paget]

Way out on a limb here. Can we not just have our own association? Stand
alone, outside FMCA. More fuel for the fire. Darren

>
> > Guess I could go buy a $100
> > antique, like "73-'78, junked SOB, and then join everything.
> Roger,
> Make sure it's a Class "A" $100 SOB. Then you've got to buy a tag.
>
> Lanier

 

[gary miller]

I think a GMCnetters Chapter would be an excellent idea. I know I have much
more interface with all you than I do with local chapters. How about the Oregon
Coast for the first chapter meeting????
Gary
'77 Kingsley
North Bend, Oregon Coast (wet and green)

> Maybe we should become a chapter member??? Plus, would be nice
> to have Patrick as one of the guest speakers?? Intl could use
> some fresh blood. We have many members in the Sunshine Statemen
> that are also members in the Great Lakers, Dixielanders and other
> clubs also.
>
> What do you think GMCnetters? Shouldn't we be recognized too? As
> I recall from Patrick we have had up to 300 members?? That is bigger
> than most of the other "clubs".
>
> Just my rambling .02
>
> Mike F.
>
> >>
> >> If you read the next to last paragraph on the front page of the
> >> GMCMI Myrtle
> >> Beach 1999 Spring Convention notice, it talks about "Chapter
> >> parking...".
> >> Guess you understand the GMCnetters, in this instance, are not
> >> considered a
> >> chapter! And if they were, a coordinator has to contact Ralph
> >> Luby by March
> >> 1st, to make it happen.
> >>
> >> Paul Bartz
> >>
> >> From: Patrick Flowers [mailtoatri63]
> >> Sent: Monday, January 18, 1999 10:10 PM
> >> Subject: Re: GMC: GMC Myrtle Beach Rally
> >>

> >> There was some chat about us 'Netters' getting together prior
> >> to attending
> >> the Myrtle Beach Convention in March.
> >> Any further plans or discussion. I think it would be great for us to be
> >> able to arrive together (and therefore be located close together). Any
> >> Thoughts?????
> >> Thom,
> >> The Sunshine Statesmen are planning to meet at Ocean
> >> Lakes(about .5 mi south
> >> of Lakewood) on Friday and Saturday prior to the Int'l Rally officially
> >> starting up on Sunday. BTW, arrival time has nothing to do
> >> with your site
> >> location. Sites are preassigned and you're given pre-printed
> >> stickers for
> >> coach and toad upon arrival.
> >> BTW, the "GMCnet Gathering" will likely be Monday afternoon.
> >> We'll post the
> >> precise time and location on Sunday afternoon to give everyone
> >> more notice
> >> than we managed at Marion.
> >>

 

[ted schurman]

I agree.
Ted Schurman
73 Glacier VA

>
> Maybe we should become a chapter member??? Plus, would be nice
> to have Patrick as one of the guest speakers?? Intl could use
> some fresh blood. We have many members in the Sunshine Statemen
> that are also members in the Great Lakers, Dixielanders and other
> clubs also.
>
> What do you think GMCnetters? Shouldn't we be recognized too? As
> I recall from Patrick we have had up to 300 members?? That is bigger
> than most of the other "clubs".
>
> Just my rambling .02
>
> Mike F.
>
> >>
> >> If you read the next to last paragraph on the front page of the
> >> GMCMI Myrtle
> >> Beach 1999 Spring Convention notice, it talks about "Chapter
> >> parking...".
> >> Guess you understand the GMCnetters, in this instance, are not
> >> considered a
> >> chapter! And if they were, a coordinator has to contact Ralph
> >> Luby by March
> >> 1st, to make it happen.
> >>
> >> Paul Bartz
> >>
> >> From: Patrick Flowers [mailtoatri63]
> >> Sent: Monday, January 18, 1999 10:10 PM
> >> Subject: Re: GMC: GMC Myrtle Beach Rally
> >>

> >> There was some chat about us 'Netters' getting together prior
> >> to attending
> >> the Myrtle Beach Convention in March.
> >> Any further plans or discussion. I think it would be great for us to be
> >> able to arrive together (and therefore be located close together). Any
> >> Thoughts?????
> >> Thom,
> >> The Sunshine Statesmen are planning to meet at Ocean
> >> Lakes(about .5 mi south
> >> of Lakewood) on Friday and Saturday prior to the Int'l Rally officially
> >> starting up on Sunday. BTW, arrival time has nothing to do
> >> with your site
> >> location. Sites are preassigned and you're given pre-printed
> >> stickers for
> >> coach and toad upon arrival.
> >> BTW, the "GMCnet Gathering" will likely be Monday afternoon.
> >> We'll post the
> >> precise time and location on Sunday afternoon to give everyone
> >> more notice
> >> than we managed at Marion.
> >>

 

[mike finnicum]

Maybe we should become a chapter member??? Plus, would be nice
to have Patrick as one of the guest speakers?? Intl could use
some fresh blood. We have many members in the Sunshine Statemen
that are also members in the Great Lakers, Dixielanders and other
clubs also.

What do you think GMCnetters? Shouldn't we be recognized too? As
I recall from Patrick we have had up to 300 members?? That is bigger
than most of the other "clubs".

Just my rambling .02

Mike F.

>>
>> If you read the next to last paragraph on the front page of the
>> GMCMI Myrtle
>> Beach 1999 Spring Convention notice, it talks about "Chapter
>> parking...".
>> Guess you understand the GMCnetters, in this instance, are not
>> considered a
>> chapter! And if they were, a coordinator has to contact Ralph
>> Luby by March
>> 1st, to make it happen.
>>
>> Paul Bartz
>>
>> From: Patrick Flowers [mailtoatri63]
>> Sent: Monday, January 18, 1999 10:10 PM
>> Subject: Re: GMC: GMC Myrtle Beach Rally
>>

>> There was some chat about us 'Netters' getting together prior
>> to attending
>> the Myrtle Beach Convention in March.
>> Any further plans or discussion. I think it would be great for us to be
>> able to arrive together (and therefore be located close together). Any
>> Thoughts?????
>> Thom,
>> The Sunshine Statesmen are planning to meet at Ocean
>> Lakes(about .5 mi south
>> of Lakewood) on Friday and Saturday prior to the Int'l Rally officially
>> starting up on Sunday. BTW, arrival time has nothing to do
>> with your site
>> location. Sites are preassigned and you're given pre-printed
>> stickers for
>> coach and toad upon arrival.
>> BTW, the "GMCnet Gathering" will likely be Monday afternoon.
>> We'll post the
>> precise time and location on Sunday afternoon to give everyone
>> more notice
>> than we managed at Marion.
>>

 

[russ bethel]

I think Patrick should be the one to decide if the net should be part of the
international. He started the net and as long as he is able and willing to
keep it going we should not fix it because it is not broken. The net is
such an important tool that it should be kept going. If for some reason
Patrick can't keep it going then I would be in favor of the international
being asked to keep it going.

I think we should have some way to identify ourselves at the rallies. Maybe
a sticker that we could put on our name tag or a separate tag or pin with
the GMCnet logo and our email address. That way we could find each other at
rallies.

I also think that it would be nice to have a session on the GMCnet at the
international rally. That way we could let others know what a big benefit
the net can be to GMC owners or wantabees. Maybe we can talk Patrick in
presenting one. I am sure the international would welcome such a session.

My $,05 worth.

Russ Bethel
rbethel

- -----Original Message-----
From: Mike Finnicum
To: gmcmotorhome
Date: Tuesday, January 19, 1999 1:12 PM
Subject: GMC: GMCnet a Chapter Member

>Maybe we should become a chapter member??? Plus, would be nice
>to have Patrick as one of the guest speakers?? Intl could use
>some fresh blood. We have many members in the Sunshine Statemen
>that are also members in the Great Lakers, Dixielanders and other
>clubs also.
>
>What do you think GMCnetters? Shouldn't we be recognized too? As
>I recall from Patrick we have had up to 300 members?? That is bigger
>than most of the other "clubs".
>
>Just my rambling .02
>
>Mike F.
>
>>>
>>> If you read the next to last paragraph on the front page of the
>>> GMCMI Myrtle
>>> Beach 1999 Spring Convention notice, it talks about "Chapter
>>> parking...".
>>> Guess you understand the GMCnetters, in this instance, are not
>>> considered a
>>> chapter! And if they were, a coordinator has to contact Ralph
>>> Luby by March
>>> 1st, to make it happen.
>>>
>>> Paul Bartz
>>>
>>> From: Patrick Flowers [mailtoatri63]
>>> Sent: Monday, January 18, 1999 10:10 PM
>>> Subject: Re: GMC: GMC Myrtle Beach Rally
>>>

>>> There was some chat about us 'Netters' getting together prior
>>> to attending
>>> the Myrtle Beach Convention in March.
>>> Any further plans or discussion. I think it would be great for us to
be
>>> able to arrive together (and therefore be located close together).
Any
>>> Thoughts?????
>>> Thom,
>>> The Sunshine Statesmen are planning to meet at Ocean
>>> Lakes(about .5 mi south
>>> of Lakewood) on Friday and Saturday prior to the Int'l Rally officially
>>> starting up on Sunday. BTW, arrival time has nothing to do
>>> with your site
>>> location. Sites are preassigned and you're given pre-printed
>>> stickers for
>>> coach and toad upon arrival.
>>> BTW, the "GMCnet Gathering" will likely be Monday afternoon.
>>> We'll post the
>>> precise time and location on Sunday afternoon to give everyone
>>> more notice
>>> than we managed at Marion.
>>>
>
>

 

[roger black]

One of the problems I have run into is, without a coach I can't become a
member of FMCA, then that doesn't allow me to become a member of any GMC
club either. Would willingly and quickly join both, in hopes of adding the
vehicle id later, but that's not the rule. Guess I could go buy a $100
antique, like "73-'78, junked SOB, and then join everything.

I'm hurrying as fast as I can, but don't want to make a grievous, rushed
decision on a coach. Maybe they need to set up an associate membership for
wanabe's and hunters.

Such is life
Roger
7? ????

 

[david l greenberg]

On Tue, 19 Jan 1999 16:30:44 -0600 "Russ Bethel"
writes:
>I think Patrick should be the one to decide if the net should be part
>of the
>international. He started the net and as long as he is able and
>willing to
>keep it going we should not fix it because it is not b>> than we
managed at Marion.
>>>>

This has nothing to do with International. They are also a chapter (of
FMCA) just as a "GMC Netters" chapter would be. Patrick would still have
all the automony he now enjoys [g] but Roger is correct as to FMCA
membership. You must own a class A MH to belong to FMCA. Curiously
enough, not ALL GMC chapters (of FMCA) require ownership of a GMC!
Sunshine Statesmen does and several others do.

But non MH owners could still subscribe to the "Net".

I think the idea of forming a Netters Chapter has merit. The basic reqmts
aren't that troublesome. Mainly the chapter has to have two mtgs per
year.

Mike Finnicum does a good job as Treasurer of our chapter so I naturally
nominate him for that job in the new chapter. Also, he now owns 2 (count
'em) two GMCs and he needs the money!

David Lee Greenberg F22009
GMC Motorhome Registry
200 MacFarlane Drive PH4
Delray Beach, FL 33483-6829

 

[roger black]

Heard that visitors are welcome, been invited to a Sunshine State rally.
Don't think a card will stop me from coming with or without a coach if I can
possibly get my wife in her wagon to go.

Roger
7? ????

 

[russ bethel]

Roger,
I attended the GMCMI rally in Las Vegas before I bought my 76 Glenbrook.
I paid for a day pass for 2 days and stayed in a nearby hotel. I was
treated as one of the group. I learned a lot from the seminars that helped
me after I bought my GMC. I think the way I was treated and the support
that I found convinced me to buy the GMC rather than a SOB. Come to Myrtle
Beach even if it is only for a day or two. I am sure you will be treated
the same a I was. After all you are a potential member and that i$
important.

Russ Bethel
rbethel

ps. My wife did not go to Las Vegas with me but she is going to Myrtle
Beach.
- -----Original Message-----
From: Roger Black
To: gmcmotorhome
Date: Tuesday, January 19, 1999 6:10 PM
Subject: Re: GMC: GMCnet a Chapter Member

>Heard that visitors are welcome, been invited to a Sunshine State rally.
>Don't think a card will stop me from coming with or without a coach if I
can
>possibly get my wife in her wagon to go.
>
>Roger
>7? ????
>

 

[roger black]

Dave,
Personally, I think the treasurer should be some who doesn't have a GMC to
support. Chapter may get to keep more of the money that way. Does a
netmeeting count for meetings? We have that every night.

Just thinkin' out loud.
Roger
7? ???? who has already tried to officially join but to no avail. Just
have to wait.

 

[patrick flowers]

>
> You people reply and I will keep a running tally. Those for and against
> our own chapter. Do you think we will reduce the size of other existing
> chapters?

I've got mixed feelings about this idea. That may be the result of an
impending paradigm shift. Although there's definitely a social aspect
of GMCnet, I've always thought of it more as a technical resource, not a
social organization. With the exception of GMC Western States and GMC
Int'l, which are chartered as "technical support" organizations, most
GMC chapters are mainly social organizations. Also, this group stands
alone on the internet to debunk some of the misinformation regarding our
coaches. The "insider" nature of FMCA chapters(requiring coach
ownership) doesn't sit well with that mission.

Of course, there's no reason that there couldn't be a formal GMCnet
chapter in addition to the informal organization that already exists.
I'm just not sure what the purpose would be - other than "chapter"
parking priveledges at GMCMI rallies. If that's the only purpose, I'm
not sure it would be worthwhile. I'd rather see us intermingled with
the other attendees with "GMCnet" buttons or nametags that would
identify us, and prompt others to ask about GMCnet. That's a better way
to get our message out.

I have toyed with the idea of GMCnet "rallies", but that's another
thread.

Patrick
- --
Patrick Flowers
Mailtoatri63

The GMC Motorhome Page
http://www.gmcmotorhome.com

 

[bdub]

>You people reply and I will keep a running tally. Those for and against
our own
>chapter. Do you think we will reduce the size of other existing chapters?
>Darren

I'm all for a GMCnet Chapter of GMCMI. I don't really think that it has to
be part of GMCMI though. And as far as rules, Patrick's GMCnet guidelines at:

http://www.gmcmotorhome.com/gmcnetguidelines.html

spell out a pretty good set of requirementsfor membership.

Hell, I figure I'm already a part of it. About all we need is some kind of
pin or decal or letterhead or something.

I bet a bunch of buttons or pins or caps would really start folks wondering
what they're missing.

bdub
'76 Palm Beach
In The Heart o Texas
www.web-access.net/~bmassey/
icq # 202333

 

[patrick flowers]

>
> (On soapbox)
> My only reason for suggesting a "chapter" is so that the GMCMI might
> recognize us as a supportive group rather than a threat.

I don't know that "threat" is the right term, but I definitely have
gotten the feeling on occasion that we're "on their turf". This may
really be an issue with one individual tho'. Nice to have the current
GMCMI Prez, Max Rockafellow, on line with us know. Credibility will
come, it's just a gradual process.

> Patrick, correct me if wrong, but I believe the GMCnetters were not
> really taken seriously at the Marion Rally. While we had many of our
> group there, only about 10-12 got the word and attended our brief
> meeting.

Well, certainly no official recognition, but keep in mind Marion was my
first GMCMI rally and the first attempt to get together as a group. The
poor attendance was really my fault, as I had no idea what to expect
when I got there. We *will* be better organized at MBSC.

> I know a talk was given about the internet at international. But for GMCers
> there were only 3 or 4 serious websites at the time of the rally. I still
> feel it is NOT the internet where I get most of my help with my GMC but
> the GMCnet. And GMCnet had no voice at Marion.
>
> I would really like to see Patrick speak officially at the next rally - if
> he is so inclined.

Max Rockafellow led the internet session at Marion, and did ask me
personally to sit in and make any comments that I felt inclined to. So,
in a way, I did speak "officially" at Marion. I know that's not really
what you meant Mike, but hey - it's a start! As far as my
inclination to speak again, I'd love to see a session on GMCnet and I'd
be glad to lead or assist as requested. Max did say that he would like
to expand the sessions on computers and the net for MBSC. Any update
Max?

> I think what he has started is fantastic! He has also
> done it for all the right reasons.

Thanks!
Patrick
- --
Patrick Flowers
Mailtoatri63

The GMC Motorhome Page
http://www.gmcmotorhome.com

 

[ritch hwang]

Bravo, Arch!!

While traditional orgs are fine (resulting in lots *MORE* piles of paper in
which you can't find anything), and is required in most biz transactions &
political BS, we GMC netters should be able to bypass all that. I hope.

Check out the FMCA & GMCI mailouts for content - more weight in the coach
and mostly advertisements.... Personally I think we've already surpassed
the print & read methodology.

This is a new age. A new "paradigm" if you will. Just check out the new
web pages that's been posted here in the last couple months! Now *that*
is encouraging!

It's anarchy again! (with apologies to Yogi Berra)

>>>> Arch said:>>>
GMCers

Now I am not going to quote anything here because this is to all of
the replies here. I think we should be a chapter. But this chapter is
different. It does not cost us anything to get together, OK ISP fees.
We use our ISPs for more than just GMC net. I think to be a member
the dues should be much higher. You must own a computer and a GMC,
you must also contribute at least 12 ideas a year. Now I know this may
seem a little radical but we are now in the information age. I would bet
that some of you have saved some money because of what someone
said. Then information is money. The whole chapter thing was a good
last year--------this is a new day and age. I dont think this chapter should
be about money but about information. It might not fit all of the rules as
they stand today------------but tomorrow is not that far away. Think about
>>>>>>>>>>>

All in fun, I still have to deal with a rotted frame, sigh

As always, best regards.

~ Ritch & Betty Hwang ~ Clarkston, MI ~ mailto:rhwang
Visit our home page ~ http://www.concentric.net/~rhwang/
~ =^..^= Trinket ~ the shy Persian kitty ~
~ 76 GMC Birchaven ~ FMCA F249339 ~ RVClub 00930 ~ ICQ# 6408591~
(B}>

 

[mike finnicum]

I had no idea what my simple statement would start. But for .02
more:

Dave Greenberg is the expert (at least One) on FMCA chapters, costs
if any, and red tape. The main reason (Dave correct me if wrong) that
all the GMC chapters belong to FMCA is that they provide insurance for
the rallies which would be prohibitive for small clubs.

I am not for or against a "chapter" as such. I'm not sure our group
would need to become an FMCA chapter as we do not hold "physical"
meetings or rallies. I don't think one can fall and get hurt in
Cyberspace! Although we could slip of our chair (or soapbox )

On the other hand, if we became a chapter the cost would be trivial
as all it really requires is that all of our "members" join FMCA
and most of us already have. We could also allow "guests" at the
GMCnet for non-FMCA members or those still looking for coaches. So
no real affect on our group as such. And since our "physical"
meetings would be at another rally - membership there would cover.

>> Do you think we will reduce the size of other existing
>> chapters?
>> Darren

I also do not think we would reduce by even one, the membership of
other chapters. We don't compete with the clubs. We only extend their
original concepts and ideals. Fellowship, support of the GMC motorhome
and information sharing.

(On soapbox)
My only reason for suggesting a "chapter" is so that the GMCMI might
recognize us as a supportive group rather than a threat.

Patrick, correct me if wrong, but I believe the GMCnetters were not
really taken seriously at the Marion Rally. While we had many of our
group there, only about 10-12 got the word and attended our brief
meeting.

While we may be 250-300 GMC supporters strong (as we subscribe and
unsubscribe), we are very IN-visible. Maybe by organizing as a "club",
"group" or even "chapter" we can become more visible and get more
cooperation in having "publicized" meetings at the next and future
internationals.

I know a talk was given about the internet at international. But for GMCers
there were only 3 or 4 serious websites at the time of the rally. I still
feel it is NOT the internet where I get most of my help with my GMC but
the GMCnet. And GMCnet had no voice at Marion.

I would really like to see Patrick speak officially at the next rally - if
he is so inclined. I think what he has started is fantastic! He has also
done it for all the right reasons.
(now off soapbox)

AND...
No, Dave, I do not wish to be Secr/Treas for two groups! One at a time
is enough. I can only handle so much fun.

So maybe it was .05 worth.

Have fun y'all

Mike F

 

[mr.c]

The party starts on Tuesday with all sorts of good things to do. Have worked
with Gene Fisher on some ideas for technical sessions and we are working hard
on a great Western States agenda. Can't give you much more, except that
during that time there will be things to do in Albuquerque, perhaps trips to
Santa Fe, a trip to the top of the Sandia's (longest in North America). A
real nice time at the balloon fiesta with activities starting on the 2cnd and
finishing on the 11th. Trips to Old town, and a chance to get to know more
GMCs and a way to find out how to keep them running better.

What more can I say

Regards
Al Chernoff
77 Eleganza II

>
> > Western
> > States Rally I am hosting on Oct 5 to 10 during the Kodak International
> > bloon
> > fiesta b
> Al,
> Send more info - sounds like something I'd like to do. 'sides, ain't never
> seen no real bloon fiesta :>).
> Lanier

 

[thom hole]

I would think that a session on the power and ease of use of our GMCNET
would be great!! The media seems to want to paint a picture of the
internet as 'No place for childred or the faint-hearted'!! ( This is a
direct quote from Peter Jennings - ABC News). I certain that there is lots
of interest in what we are doing. If patrick would agree to be the main
speaker, I would be happy to be the AV guy. I have all of the presentation
hardware and software tools and we could actually SHOW folks how this
works. What do you think, Patrick??

> (snip)
>
>I also think that it would be nice to have a session on the GMCnet at the
>international rally. That way we could let others know what a big benefit
>the net can be to GMC owners or wantabees. Maybe we can talk Patrick in
>presenting one. I am sure the international would welcome such a session.
>
>My $,05 worth.
>
>Russ Bethel
>rbethel
>
>-----Original Message-----
>From: Mike Finnicum
>To: gmcmotorhome
>Date: Tuesday, January 19, 1999 1:12 PM
>Subject: GMC: GMCnet a Chapter Member
>
>
>>Maybe we should become a chapter member??? Plus, would be nice
>>to have Patrick as one of the guest speakers?? Intl could use
>>some fresh blood. We have many members in the Sunshine Statemen
>>that are also members in the Great Lakers, Dixielanders and other
>>clubs also.
>>
>>What do you think GMCnetters? Shouldn't we be recognized too? As
>>I recall from Patrick we have had up to 300 members?? That is bigger
>>than most of the other "clubs".
>>
>>Just my rambling .02
>>
>>Mike F.
>>
>>>>
>>>> If you read the next to last paragraph on the front page of the
>>>> GMCMI Myrtle
>>>> Beach 1999 Spring Convention notice, it talks about "Chapter
>>>> parking...".
>>>> Guess you understand the GMCnetters, in this instance, are not
>>>> considered a
>>>> chapter! And if they were, a coordinator has to contact Ralph
>>>> Luby by March
>>>> 1st, to make it happen.
>>>>
>>>> Paul Bartz
>>>>
>>>> From: Patrick Flowers [mailtoatri63]
>>>> Sent: Monday, January 18, 1999 10:10 PM
>>>> Subject: Re: GMC: GMC Myrtle Beach Rally
>>>>

>>>> There was some chat about us 'Netters' getting together prior
>>>> to attending
>>>> the Myrtle Beach Convention in March.
>>>> Any further plans or discussion. I think it would be great for us to
>be
>>>> able to arrive together (and therefore be located close together).
>Any
>>>> Thoughts?????
>>>> Thom,
>>>> The Sunshine Statesmen are planning to meet at Ocean
>>>> Lakes(about .5 mi south
>>>> of Lakewood) on Friday and Saturday prior to the Int'l Rally officially
>>>> starting up on Sunday. BTW, arrival time has nothing to do
>>>> with your site
>>>> location. Sites are preassigned and you're given pre-printed
>>>> stickers for
>>>> coach and toad upon arrival.
>>>> BTW, the "GMCnet Gathering" will likely be Monday afternoon.
>>>> We'll post the
>>>> precise time and location on Sunday afternoon to give everyone
>>>> more notice
>>>> than we managed at Marion.
>>>>
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