Sunday, May 11, 2014

Solomons Island Rally

Anchors Away!  A Dogwood Rally will be held the weekend of June 5 - 8 at the Navy Recreation Area of Solomon's Island, Maryland.  Hosts for the rally are Richard & Elle Bonewitz, Steve & Mary Hall, David & Jackie Gilbert and Regis & Terrie Johnston.  There is a lot to see and do in the area.  Bring your bikes, as there are lots of places to ride on the base. 

Campground: Campsites are $36 per night and include electric and water.  RIchard Bonewitz has already paid a $36 deposit for each site, so please mail him a check for your $36 deposit before May 1.  You will be responsible for paying the balance of your campsite fees when you check in.  Richard will meet all attendees when they arrive to assist in the 
registration process.    

Click here to link to the Navy Recreation's web site for more information about the facility, things to do in the area and directions.  Richard will give the base a list of attendees, so when you check in tell them you are with Dogwood.  Since this is a military installation, there are some special requirements / restrictions.  Each person must present a picture ID for entry into the facility.  Vehicle registration and proof of insurance are also required.  No firearms are allowed.  Bicycle riders must wear helmets, so don't forget your helmet if you plan to ride a bike.

Saturday evening there will be a 2 hour boat cruise upon the Tennison.  The total cost of our private cruise is $400, plus tip, and will be divided between the participants.  The estimated cost per person is $15.
  
Since the price of crabs has risen to around $24 per dozen, the crab feast has been canceled this year.  In the event the prices should drop, we will make an announcement to see if there is any interest in proceeding with a crab feast.

Rally Schedule:
Thursday Night - 5:00 pm Welcome Aboard Happy Hour at Solomons Island Yacht Club
Friday Morning – 9:00 am Continental breakfast (briefing on Solomons area to follow) 
Friday Night –  5:00 cocktails.  Hamburgers and hots dogs for all.  Bring your own beverage. 
Saturday Morning – 9:00 am Special breakfast 
Saturday Night – 5:00 pm - Meet at the museum to board the Tennison.  Boat departs at 5:30.  Bring your own beverage and a heavy hors d'oeuvre to share.   
Sunday Morning - 9:00 am Farewell breakfast  

Rally Fees:  The basic rally fee is $20 per person and covers the cost of Friday, Saturday and Sunday breakfasts and the basic dinner Friday night.  The boat cruise is optional and an additional fee of $10 per person will be charged to cover the costs.  Since Richard moves between WV and MD please be prepared to pay him your fees when you arrive (cash or check).  Do not mail your fees!

Attendees (as of April 29):   Allen, Alexander, Bonewitz, Buchanan, Buelow  Cockrell, Dyke, Eastwood, Gilbert, Greenwood, Hall, Hutson, Johnston, Jones, Reid, Schoolar, Sohles, Tilman, Vreelander, Sharon Fischer and Martha Talent (guests of Cockrells and Gruels), 2 guests.

Reservation Process

1.  If you have not already paid your campsite deposit, please mail a check for $36 to Richard.  

2,  Email or phone Richard and let him know:
  • Your arrival and departure dates.  He is assuming most attendees will arrive on Thursday and depart on Sunday, 
  • If you plan to go on the boat cruise (approximately $15 per person)
If you have any questions, contact Richard at rwitz@aol.com or 301-481-6003.

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