Sunday, October 2, 2011

Highlights from Madison

By Steve Hall

The Rally to Madison was a smashing success by any standard.  Trip planning provided by wagon master Bonewitz was practically flawless.

1st rendezvous was on a Friday, in Washington, PA, where 7 of the 8 coaches attending the rally gathered to ready themselves for the days ahead. Plan was to run as a group to Elkhart, Indiana – purportedly to scope great bargains. Traveling with 7 coaches proved far more challenging than anyone anticipated. However, modern technology prevailed as we all arrived in Elkhart – group intact. Most of the time there, Saturday and Sunday, was spent renewing old friendships and developing new ones. Potluck meals prevailed, resulting in some great meals.

Monday morning began the final run to Madison with a short stop at a Flying J to pick up the 8th coach and arrive at the rally as a group. After a few delays, caused by weak bladders, malfunctioning toll scanners, wrong turns, etc., we arrived at the Farm Park and were positioned in the front row with a great view of the park and lake – also plenty of room to move around. The rally appeared to be a great success as our group of eight did their best to jumpstart the Madison economy.

After Madison, 6 coaches continued the trip – next stop Wisconsin Dells, where we took in the beautiful scenery and a boat ride up the Wisconsin River. After the Dells, 5 coaches proceeded to an Indian reservation casino campground where we tested our gambling skills. Next stop was St Ignace, MI where we enjoyed views of the great lakes as well as a side trip on the ferry to Mackinac Island.

A great time was had by all. In fact, we had so much fun, considering doing another caravan to FMCA rally in Indianapolis in August 2012.

Photos by Dennis Reid.  Click on photo to enlarge.




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