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| milzat |
Posted - Apr 27 2009 : 6:56:21 PM
5 US Chapters.
Northeast Chapter:
WI. MI. IL. IN. OH. WV. PA. NY. NH. ME. VT. MA. RI. CT. NJ. DE. MD. DC.
Southeast Chapter:
AR. TN. KY. WV. NC. SC. GA. LA. MS. AL. FL. VA.
Southwest Chapter:
AZ. NM. TX. OK.
Western Chapter:
MT. ND. SD. WY. UT. CO. NE. KS. MO. IA. MN.
Pacific Chapter:
WA. OR. ID. CA. NV. AK. HI.
Mike
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| rolnshar1 |
Posted - Aug 11 2009 : 10:04:59 PM
I am also in Illinois and like the idea of a Great Lakes Chapter. My experience with another group that Kamps together 1 week a year is that the midwest states tend to travel in the region and we do not draw campers from farther away.
Roland & Sharon
The Flamingos
1993 GMC Vandura
2009 Rockwood MiniLite 1809
Nights camped 2008 - 23
Nights camped 2009 - 17 |
| racci_cj |
Posted - May 26 2009 : 9:30:27 PM
Being from Illinois, we agree that it might make more sense to have a 'Great Lakes Chapter' and a 'New England Chapter' due to the distance.
And as noted earlier, I think everyone should be welcomed at another 'chapters' rallies, should they desire. It's nice to have the 'bounderies' to initiate gatherings, but for those who desire to travel out of their own chapter, they should feel welcome at other chapter gatherings. This would especially be nice for those who are on 'border' states. Though we are in Illinois, we tend to camp more in TN and have camped in NC and even FL.
Hope & Paul
2008 Rockwood Signature Ultra Lite 8315BSS
2007 Toyota Tundra 5.7 V8 4x4 Crew Max limited
Camping Days: 2007=25 2008=46 2009=16
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| woody01 |
Posted - May 26 2009 : 3:24:59 PM
Good point Fred I just wanted to make sure we were not leaving any Area out.We also need to spred the word about the Forum. If I am camping I see another Rockwood,Flagstaff or Surv. I tell about the site.
its a good Ice breaker too.That will help get our ranks up if we all do that word of mouth can go a long way.
Steve & Nicole Wood
Luke 9, Morgan 6
2002 F-250 super-duty
2003 Rockwood 8281SS 5er
Nights camped In 2009: 5
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| rvcampers02 |
Posted - May 26 2009 : 03:46:04 AM
I agree with Woody as being in Illinois, Maine is a long way off. However - if it was divided due to number of members in each area, then it makes sense to leave the chapters as is. Most of us on the borders of chapters can always join other chapters as guest members couldn't we? As it sits, we in Illinois would benefit from belonging to three chapters :) and join in activities that are closer to our area - three times more fun for us!
Fred & Marsha
Dogs: Buster & Buddy
'08 Flagstaff RK28SS Super Light 5th wheel pulled with 1/2 ton Ford 150 |
| woody01 |
Posted - May 25 2009 : 4:17:43 PM
We will see what kind of response we get. But it might be a idea
we could have a Great Lakes Chapter and a New England Chapter.
Its a long way from Maine to Mich.
We could include the lake states WI., MI.,IL.,IN.,OH.,PA,& NY
And the New England states ME.,NH.,VT.,MA.,RI.,CT., & NJ.
We will see what everyone else thinks!
Steve & Nicole Wood
Luke 9, Morgan 6
2002 F-250 super-duty
2003 Rockwood 8281SS 5er
Nights camped In 2009: 5
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| milzat |
Posted - May 25 2009 : 08:37:20 AM
Note:
The Chapters can be split, and re-named, if the majority feels they are to large of an area to cover.
Drop me a line,
Mike
Founder/Administrator |
| CanadianAV |
Posted - May 10 2009 : 7:54:52 PM
quote:
Originally posted by Capn Courage
Glad to hear you had a good trip Mike.
I think the break down of the Canadian provinces in my previous post should work well, I was hoping to get more input from the Canadian membership, but I'm thinking everyone has been out camping. Hopefully we will get some responses this week.
I would definitely be interested in looking after the Ontario chapter.
Norm
Capn & Mrs. C
Phoenix The Camping Sheltie
2002 GMC Safari
2004 Rockwood 2304
Eaz Lift WDH
Reese AntiSway
Nights Camped 2008 = 66
Nights Camped 2009 = 7
 
Yep I was out camping. The province breakdown looks good in my opinion
2006 Fun Finder 240X
2002 Chevy Avalanche Z71
Equilizer
Tekonsha P3 |
| Capn Courage |
Posted - May 10 2009 : 7:39:14 PM
Glad to hear you had a good trip Mike.
I think the break down of the Canadian provinces in my previous post should work well, I was hoping to get more input from the Canadian membership, but I'm thinking everyone has been out camping. Hopefully we will get some responses this week.
I would definitely be interested in helping out with the Ontario chapter, with us being on a seasonal site again this year I may not be the best choice for Chapter Captain. However Mrs.C and I would like to arrange a group meet this summer at Campers Cove in Wheatley. If anyone is interested drop me a note and maybe we can put something together.
Norm
Norm
Capn & Mrs. C
Phoenix The Camping Sheltie
2002 GMC Safari
2004 Rockwood 2304
Eaz Lift WDH
Reese AntiSway
Nights Camped 2008 = 66
Nights Camped 2009 = 7
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| milzat |
Posted - May 09 2009 : 5:38:06 PM
O.K. folks.
The U.S. Chapter forums are up.
I'll need Captains for each Chapter. Each Captain will become a Moderator in his/her forum. Present Moderators will have first shot at becoming a Captain, so let me know if you're interested.
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Canadian members, I'll let you all discuss the Chapter names, and area(Province) each Chapter will cover. We'll need 5-6 Chapters.
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Mike
Site Founder/Administrator
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| milzat |
Posted - May 08 2009 : 6:46:57 PM
quote:
Originally posted by woody01
How was your trip Mike????
Great.
We're planning another trip this fall.
Mike
Site Founder/Administrator |
| woody01 |
Posted - May 08 2009 : 4:34:29 PM
How was your trip Mike????
Steve & Nicole Wood
Luke 9, Morgan 6
2002 F-250 super-duty
2003 Rockwood 8281SS 5er
Nights camped In 2009: 5
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| milzat |
Posted - May 08 2009 : 07:36:22 AM
quote:
Originally posted by milzat
Sorry for the delay. Just got home last evening.
I'll try to work on the chapter threads this weekend.
quote:
Canadian members, I'll let you all discuss the Chapter names, and area(Province) each Chapter will cover. We'll need 5 Chapters.
Has anyone come up with any suggestions?
Mike
Site Founder/Administrator |
| milzat |
Posted - May 08 2009 : 07:34:23 AM
Sorry for the delay. Just got home last evening.
I'll try to work on the chapter threads this weekend.
Mike
Site Founder/Administrator |
| woody01 |
Posted - May 06 2009 : 7:29:07 PM
I was just waiting for Mike to get back from his trip and watching for the chapter treads to start.
Steve & Nicole Wood
Luke 9, Morgan 6
2002 F-250 super-duty
2003 Rockwood 8281SS 5er
Nights camped In 2009: 5
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| Capn Courage |
Posted - May 06 2009 : 6:58:42 PM
I am suprised at how few comments this topic has received.
Norm
Capn & Mrs. C
Phoenix The Camping Sheltie
2002 GMC Safari
2004 Rockwood 2304
Eaz Lift WDH
Reese AntiSway
Nights Camped 2008 = 66
Nights Camped 2009 = 4
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| woody01 |
Posted - Apr 29 2009 : 8:16:35 PM
Looks Good Mike it will be interesting to see how it goes.
Steve & Nicole Wood
Luke 9, Morgan 6
2002 F-250 super-duty
2003 Rockwood 8281SS 5er
Nights camped In 2009: 3
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| Draytondave |
Posted - Apr 29 2009 : 8:15:30 PM
The split and the names look really good to me Norm. Another name for Alberta could be Mountain Chapter it is under the Mountain time zone and has a lot of tourisim in Banff,Jasper, Lake Louise and the Ice Field Parkway. Just my .02 worth.
Dave
2002 Ford 5.4 F-150 4x4 XTR.
Monroe coil over rear shocks
Reece W/D Hitch, Twin Reece friction sway bars.
2008 Flagstaff 831RLSS
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| milzat |
Posted - Apr 29 2009 : 7:44:12 PM
OK.
This is the map we'll use.
Canadian members, I'll let you all discuss the Chapter names, and area(Province) each Chapter will cover. We'll start with 5-6 Chapters each, US & Canada. We'll see how this goes for starters. If all works out, and we see a need for more Chapters, we'll then redivide the maps.
Mike
Site Founder/Administrator |
| Capn Courage |
Posted - Apr 29 2009 : 7:13:34 PM
How about this for a start.
Maritime Chapter = New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, P.E.I, Newfoundland/Labrador
Quebec Chapter
Ontario Chapter
Prarie Chapter = Manitoba, Saskatchewan
Wild Rose Chapter = Alberta
Pacific Chapter = B.C
we could change the chapter names,but how does the split look ?
Norm
Capn & Mrs. C
Phoenix The Camping Sheltie
2002 GMC Safari
2004 Rockwood 2304
Eaz Lift WDH
Reese AntiSway
Nights Camped 2008 = 66
Nights Camped 2009 = 2
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| Rock8280WS |
Posted - Apr 29 2009 : 06:13:49 AM
What about a Chapter named "Maritime Provinces" or "Maritimes", including New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island and Newfoundland/Labrador. Here in Eastern Canada, we are used to that.
Just my $0.02
Rock8280WS
2008 Rockwood 8280WS Fifthwheel
2000 GMC Sierra
DW & DH + one "Bichon frisé" Alarm System
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| Draytondave |
Posted - Apr 28 2009 : 8:14:55 PM
Looks good Mike, My thoughts would be to have BC and Alberta separate while keeping Saskatchewan and Manitoba together. The distance across the three prairie provinces together would make it tough for some campers to attend rallies while the populations of Alberta and BC could sustain there own events and even share some together. Populations are approx as follows BC 4 million, Alberta 3 million, Saskatchewan 1.2 million and Manitoba 1.1 million.
Dave
2002 Ford 5.4 F-150 4x4 XTR.
Monroe coil over rear shocks
Reece W/D Hitch, Twin Reece friction sway bars.
2008 Flagstaff 831RLSS
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| Capn Courage |
Posted - Apr 28 2009 : 4:50:38 PM
Mike
In my opinion I would like to see it stay all on one map, as far as divisions and chapters I will give it some thought and let you know my ideas. Hopefully some of the other Canadian members will have some input.
I was looking through the member directory and the Canadian members are sure spread out with the exception of a small group of us in southern Ontario.
Norm
Capn & Mrs. C
Phoenix The Camping Sheltie
2002 GMC Safari
2004 Rockwood 2304
Eaz Lift WDH
Reese AntiSway
Nights Camped 2008 = 66
Nights Camped 2009 = 2
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| milzat |
Posted - Apr 27 2009 : 10:36:05 PM
That's possible.
It may take a while, but as soon as the Chapters are finalized, I'll start a forum for each Chapter. This way, if someone is interested in what's taking place in a certain Chapter, they can inter that forum and join in on the discussion.
Mike
Site Founder/Administrator |
| woody01 |
Posted - Apr 27 2009 : 10:27:31 PM
Mike may be add Ohio in with PA & WV Just a thought
Steve & Nicole Wood
Luke 9, Morgan 6
2002 F-250 super-duty
2003 Rockwood 8281SS 5er
Nights camped In 2009: 3
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| milzat |
Posted - Apr 27 2009 : 10:21:33 PM
quote:
Originally posted by Capn Courage
Any thoughts on Canadian chapters Mike
Norm
Capn & Mrs. C
Phoenix The Camping Sheltie
2002 GMC Safari
2004 Rockwood 2304
Eaz Lift WDH
Reese AntiSway
Nights Camped 2008 = 66
Nights Camped 2009 = 2
Yes, Norm. I would not think of leaving our good neighbors out.
We can use the map above or add the map below.
Please give me input on how I should divide the map(Chapter names, etc..).
Mike
Site Founder/Administrator |
| Capn Courage |
Posted - Apr 27 2009 : 9:05:29 PM
Any thoughts on Canadian chapters Mike
Norm
Capn & Mrs. C
Phoenix The Camping Sheltie
2002 GMC Safari
2004 Rockwood 2304
Eaz Lift WDH
Reese AntiSway
Nights Camped 2008 = 66
Nights Camped 2009 = 2
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