VP Membership Update – Jul/Aug 2025

Hello Dogwood Family,

We hope that all is well with you and your families.
 
In this article I will be discussing Family RV Association (FRVA) membership. As all of you know, you can't be a member of a chapter unless you join FRVA.
 
As many of you know, FRVA is having some major issues at this time to include a loss of membership, low turnout at national rallies, financial issues, dues increase, and other issues. At the August National Rally in WY there were less than 400 RV's. Compare that to over 7000, yes 7000, years ago when FRVA was in its prime.
 
The annual dues about doubled over the past year and no doubt, some members are considering or have dropped their membership in FRVA. If you are one of those considering dropping out, think about and consider my comments before doing so.
 

As an RV owner, you have made a considerable investment, so $100.00 a year is not going to break the bank. In addition, FRVA provides some great benefits. A few of those include: membership, magazine, discounted RV insurance, RV education, discounted campgrounds, national rallies, and one of the most important, a Medical and Travel assistance plan. This plan itself will cost you over $100.00 a year alone.  FRVA includes it in your membership dues. And most importantly, if you are not a member of FRVA, you can no longer belong to our great Dogwood Chapter and hang out with a group of wonderful friends. Think about it.

 

Our current membership stands at 53. We have made a few adjustments since our last newsletter, but for the most part, our numbers remain steady. And remember, never miss an opportunity to make a new friend and sign up a new member.

 

  

Regards and Safe travels,

 

Jim Buelow, VP Membership

FRVA Dogwood Chapter