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    • 18 Feb 2025
    • 12:30 PM
    • DER Dutchman 3713 Bahia Vista Street, Sarasota, Florida
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    Don’t miss the annual highlight of the Florida Snowbird Season, the DRV Owners Travel Club Luncheon on

    Tuesday, February 18, 2025 from 12:30pm - 2:30pm!!  

    Come see friends from around the country, share travel experiences, plan trips together and enjoy the camaraderie of fellow DRV owners!


    This event is open to ALL DRV owners whether they are members of the DRV Owners Travel Club or not. We also welcome former DRV owners and those interested in meeting DRV owners! 


    Servers will provide individual checks to all guests.

    All attendees will be entered for door prizes!


    Don’t forget to wear your DRV Owners Travel Club or SOITC name badge!


    Please register by February 5, 2025, so we can plan for the appropriate number of guests.



    Once again, this year's Luncheon will be held at Der Dutchman, a casual Amish kitchen featuring a buffet of classic fare, plus a bakery with pies & other treats. Der Dutchman is in Sarasota in the Pinecraft area just off I-75. Featuring Amish-style meals and known for Broasted and Pan-fried chicken, mashed potatoes, and their hot buffet. Visit their Amish-style bakery for homemade breads, pies, and cookies.

    DER DUTCHMAN  3713 Bahia Vista Street Sarasota, FL, USA

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    Hosts:
    Lowell & Marsha Briggs
    (717) 870-2701
    Paul & Margie McClellan
    (260) 224-8642

    • 19 Feb 2025
    • 11:30 AM - 2:30 PM
    • The Hub Grill and Bar 1925 S. Sossaman Road, Mesa, AZ 85209
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    Don’t miss the annual highlight of the Arizona Snowbird Season, the DRV Owners Travel Club Luncheon on

    Wednesday, February 19, 2025 from 11:30 - 2:30!!  

    Come see friends from around the country, share travel experiences, plan trips together and enjoy the camaraderie of fellow DRV owners!


    This event is open to ALL DRV owners whether they are members of the DRV Owners Travel Club or not. We also welcome former DRV owners and those interested in meeting DRV owners!


    Servers will provide individual checks to all guests.

    All attendees will be entered for door prizes!


    Don’t forget to wear your DRV Owners Travel Club or SOITC name badge!

    Please register by February 5, 2025, so we can plan for the appropriate number of guests.





    This year's luncheon will be held at The Hub Grill and Bar. The Hub has been rated for many years as Mesa's Best Place to Watch a Game and Mesa's Best Wings as well as many other awards. The food is great with a large variety of offerings to whet the palate and a fine collection of craft beers to wash them down!



    The Hub Grill and Bar

    1925 S. Sossaman Road
    Mesa, AZ   85209

    For more info:  www.hubgrill.com 

     Hosts: 

    Ardis and Joe Schenk - ARDIJOES2@GMAIL.COM  - (989) 450-4440

    Sharon and Ken Robinson - rob-in-sons@hotmail.com - (574) 286-1336

    • 05 May 2025
    • 3:00 PM
    • 10 May 2025
    • 11:00 AM
    • Shawnee Forest Campground
    • 11
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    DRV Owners Travel Club invites you to the 2025 North Central Regional Rally in Vienna, IL. 

    Come join us for a week of fun, food and fellowship at Shawnee Forest Campground from May 5 - 10, 2025!  Enjoy time together with new and old friends, visit Superman in nearby Metropolis, see beautiful quilts at the National Quilt Museum and taste amazing donuts from Red's Donut Shop! There are so many things to see and do in the area!!

    Join us at SHAWNEE FOREST CAMPGROUND located on the outskirts of Vienna in Southern IL, the Gateway to the Shawnee Wine Trail and Shawnee National Forest. Be sure to visit the campground's website for more information.

    This area is known to have lots of activities for nature enthusiasts. Nearby, the Shawnee Hills Wine Trail presents a scenic journey through Illinois' premier wineries, while the forest itself has diverse terrain, including the awe-inspiring Garden of the Gods and the majestic Jackson Falls. 

    For those staying at the Shawnee Forest Campground, there are two large catch-and-release ponds teeming with fish, accompanied by two miles of walking paths throughout the camp.  More campground details include:

    • Big Rig Friendly
    • All sites have Water, Sewer, 50amp, 30amp, and 20amp service. 
    • Each site also has a picnic table and a fire ring. Firewood is located at the office for sale for our campers - $8 a crate or 2 for $15
    • 2 Shower Houses:  Each with two individual full restroom set ups with private shower, sink, and commode. Located in the center of the shower houses are laundry rooms. 
    • There is a pavilion in the center of a cul-de-sac of sites.  
    • Open Year Round we cater to extended-stays and overnight.
    • Two miles of walking paths circle around the entire campground and our two large ponds. There is a smaller pond located closer to the road. These ponds have bluegill, bass, and catfish for catch &release fishing. 
    • Finally, we do have Wi-Fi, but it is Campground Wi-Fi. Sometimes it works well. Sometimes it does not work particularly good at all. 

    Explore the Best Things to Do Around the Campground

    Shawnee National Forest


    Covering around 280,000 acres of federally managed land, Shawnee National Forest lies in Southern Illinois, bordered by the Mississippi and Ohio rivers. Its diverse terrain includes woodlands, hills, and lakes, with highlights like the Garden of the Gods' ancient sandstone formations and the scenic Rim Rock Trail. Jackson Falls boasts steep bluffs and a stunning waterfall, perfect for an adventurer.

    Shawnee Hills Wine Trail


    Within the Shawnee National Forest, you'll find the Shawnee Hills Wine Trail, Illinois' premier and oldest wine trail. Twelve distinctive, family-owned wineries showcase a wide array of nationally and internationally celebrated wines.

    Tunnel Hill Bike Trail


    The Tunnel Hill Bike Trail is a bicycle path spanning from Harrisburg to Karnak, Illinois, tracing the route of an old railroad. Originally part of the Cairo & Vincennes line, later incorporated into the Southern Railway, this 45-mile trail ceased operations in the late 1900s. Today, it provides an ideal route for both hiking and biking adventures.

    Rally Fees

    The rally fee of $120 for two attendees includes a catered dinner and five continental breakfasts. There will be other group activities to enable everyone to meet up with new and old friends.  Sign up now to be sure you are included in all the activities! We are limited to 30 rigs.  Campground registration is available now. Please contact the campground directly at (618) 658-0619 and mention that you are part of the DRV Owners Travel Club rally. The nightly rate is $35.20 a night with up to 4 extra days prior/following at the same price.

    As always, both members and non-members are welcome to attend. If you aren't a member, you'll save money by joining! Join us now!

    • 03 Aug 2025
    • 5:30 PM
    • 09 Aug 2025
    • 3:30 PM
    • Timberland Acres RV Park
    • 0
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    DRV Owners Travel Club invites you to the 2025 Eastern Regional Rally in Trenton, Maine!

    Come join us for a week of fun and fellowship at Timberland RV Park from August 3 - 9, 2025. There will be group activities to enable everyone to meet up with new and old friends.


    Find your best vacation yet at TIMBERLAND ACRES RV PARK located in Trenton, Maine!

    Timberland Acres is just 14 miles from Acadia National Park entrance and nearby Bar Harbor. This area offers up the true beauty of Maine to any guest who visits. Register now as there are only 35 sites reserved for this rally! Be sure to visit the resort's website! for an inviting video introduction.

    Rally goers will enjoy:

    • A Pavilion Building for our use during the Rally
    • Big Rig Friendly
    • Pull-through sites.
    • Pet friendly
    • Full Hook Up
    • Internet
    • Laundry
    • Picnic tables & Fire rings on each site.
    • Timberland Acres Scoops & Snack Bar
    • Propane, ice, beer, firewood, souvenirs, and RV supplies are sold on site.

     

    Your journey has landed you in Trenton, and new adventures are calling your name.

    Acadia National Park

    Acadia National Park may appear small on a map, but the park encompasses 50,000 acres along the Atlantic Coastline of Maine — including Mount Desert Island, Schoodic Peninsula, Isle au Haut, and other outer islands. 60 miles of coastline, 33 miles of scenic motor roads, 45 miles of carriage roads, and more than 150 miles of hiking trails provide numerous ways to explore the park.

     

    Your ride on the Downeast Scenic Railroad

    Your ride on the Downeast Scenic is an adventure that takes you back to a time of elegant travel in lovingly restored one-hundred-year-old passenger coaches. For an hour and 45 minutes you leisurely roll along twelve miles of well-maintained tracks that were a huge part of Maine railroad history.

    (2024 Price $23.00 - &25.00 a person) 




    Join us for a two hour, fully narrated nature cruise of Frenchman Bay and enjoy the breathtaking scenery of coastal Maine, Acadia National Park, the islands of Frenchman Bay and Bar Harbor.

    Our Acadia nature cruises leave daily from Bar Harbor, Maine in search of eagles, porpoises, seals, and other interesting marine mammals and birds. We also feature views of timeless mansions, Egg Rock Lighthouse and occasionally migrating birds that have ventured into Frenchman Bay. (2024 Price $49.00 - $65.00 a person)

    Welcome to The Great Maine Lumberjack Show

    Logging Sports Entertainment at its finest.

    12 exciting events packed into an hour and 15-minute show.

     

    Axe throwing. Log Rolling. Underhand Chopping. Power Hot Sawing. Obstacle Pole Relay. Crosscut Sawing. Pole Climbing... And more!

     

     Rally Fees

    The rally fee of $120 for two attendees's includes five breakfasts and two dinners, including a catered lobster* dinner.  You will be able to book your campsite directly with the resort in November 2024. Sign up now to be sure you are included in all the activities! We are limited to 25 rigs.  We will send an email advising when campground registration is available. Call (207) 667-3600 and mention that you are with the DRV Owners Travel Club rally.

    *(Option of a chicken dinner available)

    As always, both members and non-members are welcome to attend. If you aren't a member, you'll save money by joining! Join us now!


    • 07 Sep 2025
    • 3:00 PM
    • 13 Sep 2025
    • 11:00 AM
    • McCall RV Resort, McCall, Idaho
    • 7
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    DRV Owners Travel Club invites you to the 2025 Western Regional Rally in McCall, Idaho.

    We look forward to you joining us for a week of fun times, new adventures, camaraderie and great memories in North Central Idaho!  The rally will be held at McCall RV Resort during the week of September 7 - 13, 2025

    This McCall, Idaho treasure just recently became a member of the G7 RV Resorts family and what a lovely addition it is!  Set in the mountain beauty of McCall, along the North Fork Payette River, the recreation opportunities and natural serenity abound.

    One of the features that makes this a perfect choice for our rally is the unique park campsite layout which provides us with a very private section of the park all to ourselves.  It is designed to allow groups to gather together for outdoor activities, get-togethers and fun times, while still providing plenty of space around your rig.

    Roads and pads are wide and paved with plenty of room to maneuver.  The resort features an indoor heated pool, steam room and spas, along with plenty of meeting space and a magnificent forest setting.  Be sure to visit the resort's website for an inviting video introduction.


    Scenic Dinner Cruise on Beautiful Lake Payette


    We are planning a sunset dinner cruise on beautiful Lake Payette.  This is sure to be one of the highlights of the rally.  This beautiful mountain reservoir is surrounded by national forest and state park land and provides a pristine view of this incredible part of our mountain west.

    Magnificent Scenic Drives and Hiking in Hell's Canyon

    The deepest river gorge in North America offers some of the most breathtaking scenery imaginable.  This geologic wonder has been carved over the centuries by the Snake River.  In addition to scenic drives and hiking trails, guided riverboat tours are also not to be missed.

    ATV Trail Rides plus Hiking and Biking Trails in Ponderosa State Park


    If you’re looking for a place to take out an ATV or UTV, look no further than McCall, Idaho and Ponderosa State Park. With diverse terrain and hundreds of miles of roads, it’s the ideal place to get “off the beaten path.  A guaranteed exciting and fun day for all.  We will plan a group trail ride as the agenda firms up.

    River Rafting on the Payette River


    For the more adventurous in our group, white water river rafting on the Payette River is sure to get the pulse racing.  Just one more opportunity for a memorable addition to the bucket list.

    Relax and Reinvigorate at Historic Burgdorf Hot Springs

    Burgdorf Hot Springs is a rustic, historic resort nestled in the mountains of the Payette National Forest in central Idaho, 32 miles north of McCall.  Open to the public for cabin stays and day-soaks by prior reservation only.  Please make reservations up to 90 days in advance.

    During the Summer (June-October) the resort can be accessed by car via Warren Wagon Road however in the Winter (December-April), access is available by snowmobiles only. 

    World Class Lake and Fly Fishing All Around Us

    What can we say about fishing and Idaho that hasn't already been said?  Anglers travel here from all over the world for a spectacular and memorable fishing experience.  Whether you are looking to cast or troll the the magnificent lakes or fly fish the world famous Snake and Payette Rivers, this is sure to be a once in a lifetime opportunity.

    Five Magnificent Golf Courses Only Minutes Away

    For the golfers in our midst, it's hard to imagine a more scenic and serene venue than the beautiful courses in and around McCall.  Magnificent Rocky Mountain peaks laced by incredible evergreen forests form the backdrop for lush fairways and pristine greens.

    Nearby Tamarak Resort


    The words unspoiled and undiscovered immediately come to mind when you first visit Tamarak Resort.  Tucked away in the rugged Idaho mountains, this pristine wilderness is off-the -beaten-path, making visitors feel like they’ve found a well-kept secret. Here you will find small crowds, few rules, and boundless opportunities to be a trailblazer.

    In addition to magnificent scenery, the resort offers 
    incredible biking trails, scenic chair lift rides, axe throwing and disc golf.

    Rally Fees

    The rally fee of $120 for two attendees includes a dinner, a lunch and 5 breakfasts with an optional dinner cruise for an additional charge.  Sign up now to be sure you are included in all the activities! We are limited to 25 rigs.  We will send an email advising when campground registration is available. 

    As always, both members and non-members are welcome to attend. If you aren't a member, you'll save money by joining! Join us now!

    • 19 Oct 2025
    • 9:30 AM
    • 25 Oct 2025
    • 10:30 PM
    • Kerrville, Texas
    • 71
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    DRV Owners Travel Club invites you to the 2025 International Rally in Kerrville, Texas!

    Come join us for a week of fun, fellowship and informational seminars at Old River Road RV Resort from October 19 - 25, 2025.  There will be group activities and catered meals to help you meet new friends and reconnect with those you already know!  Activities have been chosen to provide a better understanding of your DRV Luxury Suites as well as opportunities to explore the area.  They include:

    • Manufacturers, service technicians and other owners will share the tips and tricks they've learned to make travel safer, easier, more reliable and ultimately more fun! These seminars are especially valuable to new owners. 
    • Group meals, happy hours and campfires are where you will meet kindred spirits with tales of the road. 
    • A DRV dealer who will show the newest additions to the DRV family of 5th wheels! 
    • A day trip to Fredericksburg to visit wineries, the National Museum of the Pacific War, great restuarants and lots of shopping!
    • The annual DRV Owners Travel Club business meeting for important updates and decisions regarding our amazing organization.


    The Old River Road RV Resort is an amazing RV park!  Amenities include:

    • Spacious FHU pull-thru sites with plenty of luxury amenities all within walking distance of your site!
    • We offer RV sites that are gravel sites. All RV sites are full hook-ups 50 amp electricity, water, and sewer. 
    • Private bathrooms
    • Fitness room, hot tub, & swimming pool
    • Fishing
    • Fenced pet area
    • Laundry facilities
    • WI-FI and TV

    The DRV Owners Travel Club group rate for your campsite is only $45/night and can be extended up to four nights before and after the rally for DRV Owners Travel Club rally participants! To make campground reservations call Monday - Friday at (830) 634-2993. Be sure to identify the DRV Owners Travel Club Rally for your special rate!  Be sure to visit the Website for more information.

    Area Activities


    True Texas Ingenuity

    Covering 9 million acres, the Texas Hill Country American Viticultural Area (AVA), stands as the 3rd largest AVA in the nation and is home to over 100 wineries with over 60 being members of Texas Hill Country Wineries.  Amidst the captivating landscape, approximately 1,000 acres of vineyards flourish, giving rise to delicious varietals rivaling and at times surpassing those grown in France, Italy and Spain - despite the area's rich German heritage. Harnessing true Texas ingenuity, wine growers in this region embrace the challenges and complexities of its unique terroir in order to bring you the best of Texas wine.  

    Immerse yourself in history

    Our founders knew this was someplace special when they settled here in 1846. Behind the elegant shops and fine dining, you can feel the authentic German soul and see reminders of our heritage in the historic buildings along Main Street, the German cuisine at local restaurants, and the welcoming spirit of our people in the city of Fredericksburg. Come and explore the Texas Hill Country.

    The paintings, drawings, and sculptures at the Museum of Western Art tell the stories of the Wild West and the American frontier. The museum focuses on the work of living Western artists while temporary exhibits highlight masters of the past, artifacts, and history.

    Kayak the Medina River

    Winding through tunnels of towering bald cypress trees on its way to Bandera, the Medina River doesn't get the crowds that flock to the Guadalupe River. So you have most of it to yourself as you spend a couple of hours of bliss in a kayak rented at the Old River Road RV Resort.

    The Alamo, a pivotal site in the Texas Revolution, now stands as a testament to courage and sacrifice. This historical shrine, located right in the heart of downtown San Antonio, offers visitors a glimpse into Texas’ storied past.

    The Alamo is like nowhere else: the jewel of Texas heritage and historic destination that will create memories that will last a lifetime.

    Rally Fees

    Your rally fee ($425 for member couples) includes nine catered meals - three of which are dinners, a night of professional entertainment, BINGO, our annual cornhole tournament, transportation to a day in Fredericksburg for shopping and wine tasting fun, an ice cream social, a progressive Happy Hour, campfires, seminars, and so much more.

    As always, both members and non-members are welcome to attend. If you are not a current DRV Owners Travel Club member, you'll save money by joining!  
    Join The DRV Owners Travel Club 

    Rally check-in and Vendor Fair begins at 10:00, Sunday, October 19th!!  That evening gather for an ice cream social to kick off the week with friends!

    Register now for this incredible week of fun and learning!

    Come Enjoy True Texas Hill Country Traditions!!!

    More Information Contact:

    Carolyn Kahler
    President, DRV Owners Travel Club
    President@DRVOwnersTravelClub.com
    (505) 301-7938

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