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2-6 OR Corn Cob Campout 37by Vanners for Vanners  at Schroeder Park 605 Schroeder Lane  Grants Pass Or.  Jet boat Dinner Friday night.  corn all weekend.  Float trip bring your boat.  Pre reg for T-Shirt by calling Paul McCain 775-852-5994 Pre entry by 8/5 $60. gate $70.  extra people $$20. trailers $20.  motor homes $90.  for more info contact MA @ onehtma2@aol.com or 253-241-9090 send to Chris Page 15908 79th Ave. Puyallup WA  98375
3-6 NS Canada Cape Brenton Van Association Van Meet a MacKinnon's campground Lake Ainslie Nova Scotia Canada Disney Theme.  More info as available see Maritine Van Council on Facebook
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  FL Labor Day at Jr. and Glenda's.40 Wicklow Ln, Englewood, FL Pot Luck Dinner, FVC Meeting  on Saturday.   Bring a pot luck dish and park in the yard.  be prepared to have fun. Click Here for Map Click here for flier (front)  Click here for flier (back)

Don't forget we will be printing T-shirts.  Bring what you want printed with you.  

FVC meeting

3-6 PA Remember Butler 2010 by Three Rivers Vans at. Theme 4077 best care anywhere.  Butler County Fairgrounds route 422-1127 New Castle Rd  Prospect Pa, Pre reg deadline August 1st.Van and 2 people pre entry $50.00-At the Gate-$55.00 Camping trailer $25.00 -Extra person in van (over 15)-$25.00.Gates open Friday at 12 Noon . For info call Carol at 724-375-6484 or Jim at 412-262-4298  Show and Shine-Goodie bags-Adult games-Late night games-Kids games-vendors and Awards.  Rock-N-Roll Every night.   Water and electric, flush toilets and hot showers. Vans and Panels only
3-6 CT VandangoXII by Starlite Truckers at Brooklyn Fairgrounds 15 Fairgrounds Rd. Brooklyn CT I-395 exit 91 follow Rt 6 West 3 miles to Rt 169 take a left go 1/2 mile.  Pre reg by 8/15 $40. gate $45. extra people $8. trailers under 16' $10 over $15. motor homes $55. Send to Christine Willetts  15 N. Spruce St. W. Providence RI  02914  call Toni 860-376-8140
4 IL Van Show hosted by Hy-Rollin Vans more info to follow
5 IL Vintage Chevy Fest Hosted by Taz 12866 West Counrry Club Ave Waukegan, IL  info 847-560-5147  All Vans welcome.  room for overnight.  $5.00 entry Good Dash Plaques  games 
11 Norway Rebel Vanners Norway Autumn meeting  Tyrigrava (outside Oslo) e-mail american.vans@yahoo.no
10-12 MO

Midwest All Truck National s hosted by Genuine Chevy GMC Truck Club of Kansas City. Benefit for Toys for Tots, Hope House & Operation Breakthrough. Cruise Night, swap meet, live music, burn out contest, loud exhaust contest, high/low contest, food,auction. Info; Gaileen 816-536-4591, email:  info@alltrucknats.com   www.alltrucknats.com

9-12 Finland Journeyman Finland to be announced.  e-mail  American.vans@Yahoo.no
10-12 IN Institution XVI by Hoosier Van Congress At Black Swan Lake Dryden Rd Clear Spring IN.  pre reg by 8/15 $35. gate $40 extras pre reg  $10 gate $15, Pop ups pre reg  $5. gate $10.all other trailers pre reg $10 gate $15 Saturday night pig roast $7.00 per person.  for more info contact 317-258-1288 send pre reg to Susan Martin 1120 N. Wittfiels St. Indianapolis, IN  46229
10-12 WI  Harvest Ball Truck-in #29 by Corn Belt Van Council Crawford County Fairgrounds Hwy 131 S. Gays Mill WI  pre reg by 9/1 $35. gate $40 extras $10. Send to Narly 15336  3St Clear Lake, IA  50428 262-515-4421
10-12 CO The H.A.V.E.'S 4th Annual Pikes Peak or Bust Truck-in "This One's 4" You by the H.A.V.E'S and The H.A.V.E. N.O.T.S at Lost Borro Campground, Cripple Creek, CO  4013 Teller Rd. #1 Cripple Creek CO  80813 pre entry by 8/1 $35. Gate $40. club trailers $10. sleeping trailers $15. extra people $10. campground serving and All-u-can eat breakfast $3.50 and dinner Specials Saturday only   contact Brady Fandrey  punkybrew20@msn.com 720-207-1578 or Cindy-Lou 719-229-7242 4snymph@comcast.net  
16-19 PA Keystone  Madness 2009 by Performance, (the eVANt does not start until Thursday 9/17.  You may come as early as 9/13 and pay $5.00 per night to camp). at Schuylkill county Fairgrounds, Summit Station PA pre reg by 9/1  $35.  $75.motor homes   by 9/1 (club affiliated only) gate $40.motor homes $80.extra people $10.  trailers $15.  1 free club trailer. Friday Road Rally/Poker Run. for more info contact Performance Inc. PO Box 815 Pottstown, PA   19464 or Chas 610-469-0604 or Dimples  610-850-1292 www.performanceinc.org   
17-19 CA Dazed and Confused #7 by Wheels of Confusion at Glen Ivy RV Park 24601 Glen Ivy Rd. Corona, VA  92883 Pre reg by 9/1  $48.00 Gate $58. trailers pre reg $60 gate $70. extra people $10.  Dogs $5. per dog must be leashed.  T-Shirts  pre-reg s,m,l,xl $15. $15. XXL, XXXL $17. send to Tom Chronister  11632 flamingo Dr Garden Grove, CA  92841 714-530-8435 bigford@packbell.net 
17-19 WI Octoberfest Truck-in By Bar City Vans  at La Crosse Interstate Fairgrounds, West Salem Pre reg by 9/10 $40 gate $45. Extras $10. Send to Bar City Vans  N2798 Garbers Rd. La Crosse, WI  54601 vans and Panels only info call Dee 608-785-1571
24-26 OH Last Chance by TIT Tall Timbers camp ground just outside of  New Philadelphia PA  more to come
24-26 CT SMUT Run II Smutkeyeer Club by SMUT Truckers at Brooklyn Fairgrounds 15 Fairgrounds Rd.  Brooklyn CT I-395 exit 91 follow Rt 6 West 3 miles to Rt 169 take a left go 1/2 mile. $40. extra people $5 sleeping trailers $10.  send to Joe Menge  70 Station St. Coventry, RI  02816
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1-3 NC GSVR VI hosted by the Southeast Van Council at Flaming Arrow Campground ( 1-877-497-6161   info@flamingarrowcampground.com ) Highway 441 Cherokee, NC.  For info contact Boot at 843-241-5091,  or southeastvancouncil@yahoo.com  Music, pot luck dinner, parade through Cherokee, NC, and an awards ceremony with free catered dinner.  All vans, panels & enthusiasts are welcome.  GSVR VI special rates:  $45.00 w/water and electric for 2 nights.  Click here for flier
1-3 TX 2010 Beach Bash @ 1246 Tinkle, Carystal Beach TX by the  BudMan Vans and Texas Van Federation.  Saturday Boiled Shrimp and Crabs, van show.  There will be water and electric, live band, surf fishing (with TX license) T-shirts by pre order.  Gate fee is $30.  no charge for trailers.  For more info contact Lee 817-292-5878 or iseible@seilelfamily net 
8-10 WI Grease by Hy-Rollin Vans at Wadsworth County Fairgrounds RT 11 Elkhorn WI pre entry by 10/1 $40 gate $45. Sleeping trailers $15. extra persons $10.  send to Hy-Rollin Vans  C/O Taz  12866 W. Country Club Ave Waukegan, IL  60087  847-560-5147 Thursday $20.  
8-11 RI End of Summer Party by Narragansett Van and Panel Truckers. at Doc & Dee's Playground, Hope Valley RI.  401-539-2118   I-95 exit 2 follow signs to RT 3 N. go up the hill past Edwards Garage and take the next left onto Fenner Hill Rd.  Follow for about 1.5 miles take a left into the 3rd house on the left #189  no Electric heater or blankets
8-10 CA 38th Annual West Coast Van Nationals @ King City Salinas Valley Fairgrounds Vanners in Wonderland. California's Premier Event Pre entry by 9/24 $35.00 Gate $40.  Motor Homes $45. gate $50 small trailers $10 over 10 Ft. $20.  Makes checks payable to Kathy Willis and send to 4136 Carola Ave. San Jose, CA  95130 Katcruzr@aol.com 408-249-4451 please pre-order t-shirts by size
8-10 PA Summerset by PennsylVANia Van Council. Fair Grounds 601 E. Market St.  Gratz PA  contact  Phil Martin 507-374-5534 orJim Thorne PO Box 406 Reading PA 19607 thornevan@aol.com bring a canned good and treats for the kids. $40.00 at the gate.  $35.00 pre-reg, extra people $10.00 Campers up to 16 ft $20 over $25. all motor homes $75. plus one can of food
15-17 IA HOAVC Monster HAVOC #32. Jasper County Fairgrounds, Colfax, IA. Trick or treating, live music, free beer, games, food, heated buildings. Pre-reg (10/1) $30, gate $35, extras $10, trailers $10, Thursday night $15. Info: www.hoavc.org, email: hoavckc@gmail.com
15-17 NH Frost Bite Frolics by All 4-Wheel Drive Vans and Car City Truckers @ Stateline Campground, RT 20 S  850 Winchendon Rd.  Fitzwilliam NH.  Trick or Treat  for more info call Barry 978-630-1154 winter, Summer 603-585-9137
10-11 RI End of Summer Party by Narragansett Van and Panel Truckers. at Doc & Dee's Playground, Hope Valley RI.  401-539-2118   I-95 exit 2 follow signs to RT 3 N. go up the hill past Edwards Garage and take the next left onto Fenner Hill Rd.  Follow for about 1.5 miles take a left into the 3rd house on the left #189  no Electric heater or blankets
22-24 VA Halloween HAVOC 16 by Van Masters in Motion and Nomads van Club.  At Hidden Acres Campgrounds Bowling Green VA pre reg by 9/30  $50 gate $55. extra people pre $20. gate $25. trailer 1 axle pre reg $35 gate $40. 2 axle pre $40. gate $45. motor homes  pre $90. gate $95. children 12 and older $20.   send to All in One Van Alliance PO Box 28084 Baltimore MD 21229 call 6 deuce 410-780-0606
29-30-31 FL FVC Van Insanity - Florida Keys - hosted by FVC at the Sunshine Key Campground MM 39 just south of the 7 mile bridge. Pre-reg ONLY BEFORE October 1, 2010.  $75 per van (2 people).  $15 extra people.  $105 sleep-in trailers, and motor homes. Limited number of sites at this price.  Info: Spookytooth 954-695-5786   Click here for flier. 
30 nv Halloween Party by Michelle, at 308 Lilac Lane, Las Vegas NV time O'Darkish or anytime after 4 PM. a costume makes it fun for everyone-be creative.  (or come as your ghoulish self if you must) Beer, wine, appetizers, witches brew or BYOB if those are not to your taste.  Let Michelle know if you are coming by calling 702-885-6139 or Lilsis74@sbcglobal.net.
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6 RI Halloween Party hosted by Getaway Truckers at Riverside Sportsmen's Assoc. Riverside RI for more info contact Dave Getaway @ 20 Pleasant Dr . Rochdale, MA  01542  508-892-8390 davebvan@charter.net 
14 CT Fill A Van wtih Toys for Tots hosted by Ultimate Truckers Wolcott Ct.  contact Todd 203-879-2704
13 FL Florida Van Council meeting at Florida Campland on hwy 15 in St. Cloud Fl  There will be a Pig Roast/
20/21 ME Dead Bird Day at the Dave Cave #3 with Dave Astro in Woolwich, Maine.  Check out Vannin.com for updates
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4 RI 27th Annual Truckin for Tots hostef by NE Truckin for Tots committee West Greenwich Elks, West Greenwich, RI info contact Dave Getaway @ 20 Pleasant Dr . Rochdale, MA  01542  508-892-8390 davebvan@charter.net
4 MO 34th Annual Christmas Party by Three Trails Vans @Pleasant Valley Community Center, Pleasant Valley, MO  7 PM  - midnight. music by Noone's Tunes, smacks and set ups provided by 3 trails Plenty of hotels close by
4 Sweden Van Council meeting Karlstad Sweden  e-mail. american.vans@yahoo.no
4 FL Broward Chapters Christmas Party at Lew and Agnes's.  Bring a covered dish, an auction gift valued at $10. and drinks.  Camping in the yard.  412 Louisiana Ave.  St. Cloud, FL  407-892-6796
18 FL Christmas Party at Coastal Vans.  Bring a covered dish, auction gift valued at $10. and your drinks.  Camping in the yard.  683 S. Center Ormond Beach, FL  386-673-2149
31 - 1/2 FL New Years Eve at the Chester Ranch.  12251 S.E. 66 th place Morriston, FL  32668  352-489-6479 Cost $10.00 per person.  From I-75 take Rt 40 west to Rt 41 north for 5 miles to 80th street west to Rt  121 south to CR 337 north to 120 CT east to 66 PL south the house is on the left.  From US 19 N turn right on to RT 121 and left on CR 337 to 120 Ct east to 66 Pl right  bring a covered dish and what you are drinking for New Years
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14-16 VA Freeze out by Freebird Vans of VA, Rockahock Campground, Lanexa, VA  more to came as available
14-15 FL Vanners for Vanners Vanners for Vanners Will be held at Doe Lake in the Ocala National Forest. Pre reg by 12/1/10 is $45.00 after 12/1/10 it is $50.00.  You must let us know if you are coming by 1/1/11.  We must know you are coming so we have enough food.
Doe Lake is located in the South West corner of the Ocala national Forrest.  GPS coordinates are N 29. 2.370 W 81  49.158  From Rt 40 out of Ocala take Rt 314A south which turns into SE 95th St and then into 182 Ave.  You are looking for Forest road 573/14 turn left and go .9 mile and turn right at the sign for Doe lake.  From the turnpike take exit 296 which is RT. 470 E to RT. 33 N to 27 N. to 25 N. to 42 E.  when you turn on 42  for 7.4 miles till you get to the blinking light at 182 Ave. Turn north and go 4.1 miles to Forest Rd 573/14  go right for .9 miles and the grounds are on the right.  From the east take 42 cross over RT. 19 and keep going until you get to about 10-12 mile until you get to the blinking light at 182 Ave and turn right  Follow the above directions.  
There are beautiful bathrooms with handicap showers.  A large Historic building built by the CCC.  The building is all wood including beautiful hard wood floors.  There will be no GLASS, SMOKING or PETS in the building.  No arrivals before 3 PM on Friday and the gates will be locked except for emergencies on Saturday night at 8 PM.  Breakfast will be served Saturday and Sunday.  Dinner Saturday night and soup on Friday night.  There is no stove or oven so if you bring something to cook you must a container.  Send Pre-reg to Randy and Jean Connell at 12595  137th St. N.  Largo, FL   33774  For info call Randy and Jean 727-517-0183
rtwvan@tampabay.rr.com  or Judith at 407-484-2234 judpilon@aol.com  There are plenty of fire rings and water faucets.  No electric in the sites. Bring fire wood  CLICK HERE FOR FLIER  Click Here for Map
 
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18-19 CA Council of Councils by Left Coast Vans at Radisson Suites Hotel 7762 Beach Blvd, Buena Park CA  hotel 714-739-5600 all rooms are suites. with Bedroom, living room and private bath.  Room rate with tax is $94.15 includes breakfast buffet, Closest airport is John Wayne.  www.radison.com/hotels/cabuena  more info as available.
http://www.2011cofc.exofire.net/  say you are with the Council of Councils.  Van show, hot wheels race, Hollyood theme
25-26 IL 38th Annual Ground Hog Party  Vanners in Paradise by Vannatics. Friday night Pool Party with free beer music by the Noon's.  Saturday Pool party with music, Saturday  night Band, free beer, games, door prizes and free chili and fixins, free breakfast both days. NEW LOCATION  Best Western Carlinville Inn 19067 West Frontage Rd Raymond IL  62560 reservations call 217-324-2100.  Rooms are $66.00 per night.  39 South of Springfield exit 60 on hwy 55.  All this for $20. for $20.00 per adult for both nights or $15.00 for Saturday night.  Limited number of T-Shirts so pre order yours.  Call Daren 217-652-6968 or Stan 217-638-1928
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19 MD 38th Anniversary Bull and Oyster by Nomads Van Club at Martin's East  9000 Pulaski Hwy Baltimore MD  410-686-8500 9PM till 1 AM Open Bar Top Shelf, Dance music, Donation TBA semi-formal for ticket info call Swat 410-367-7952 or Eric 410-892-2079
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6-8 OH

 Spring Back 2011 at Knox CO Fairgrounds, Mt. Vernon Oh.   Dinner on Saturday night.  Live music Show and Shine, games etc. Pre reg $30. Camp trailers $15. gate $40.  extra people $10.  Send to Vans on the Run, PO Box 247614 Columbus, OH  43224.  Directions Take RT 3 to the North Edge of Mt. Vernon.  Turn West at the flashing light. more info Call 614-268-9060

20-22 MO

Spring Feaver #34 Vanners gone Wild by Vantasia Vans @Down Under Campground Turney MO $30.00 pre entry $40.00 gate, Trailers $10. extra people $10. pre reg by May 6, 2011.  send to Vantasia Vans  727 south 6th St. Edwardsville, KS 66111 contact Don Noone @DNooner@aol.com 913-731-3707 or Ginger 913-441-6794 www.vantasiavans.com 

27-30 IL

Lost Memorial Day Weekend   Hosted by Concerned Vanners at Washington County Fairgrounds, 392 Old Schuyerville RD  Greenwich, NY pre reg by 5/1 $35.00 gate $40. extra people $5. trailers under 16ft $10. over $20.  motor homes  with van pre reg $60. gate $65. alone $50. and $55.  make check to Lucy McCasland mail to   Lost Memorial Day Weekend c/o Lucy McCasland  PO Box 893 Saranac lake, NY  13983  call Willie 803-432-2752 

27-30 IL

36th Mid-west International Truck-in "St. Vanrick Day " e-mail Woody  or Register at the Gate.  Rolling Hills Campground, 3151 County Rd 2800 E, Penfield, IL  Live bands 2 nights, DJ Friday, Games,  pre reg by 5/15 $40. , gate $50. extra people $15. Camper Trailers $20. Thursday night $15.  We Take Paypal::  contact mvlhoward@aol.com 630-363-8267 or  708-359-3274 send to Midwest V ltd  1589 Wolf Rd. Berkeley, IL  60163

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10-12 CA

Misty Mountain HoeDown #28 >> by Bob@yahoo.com or 408-378-5998 or KatCruzer@aol.com 

10-12 Canada Van Fest 16. Canada's Largest  van and truck show at Aylmer, Ont. Canada Pre reg by June 1 $35 at gate $45.  extra people $10. Camping trailers $15. send to Vanfest 225 Hysert St. Grimsby, Ontario Canada L3M4E7 web site is www.Vanfest.vandomain.com   info call Stach 905-643-0162 or e-mail vanfest@hotmail.com  theme is Roaring Twenties,    from the west on 401 take Wellington Rd to Hwy 3 St. Thomas to Springwater Rd. to the Conservation Rd.  From the East 401 to Hwy 73 thought Aylmer to Conservation Rd.  address is 8079 Springwater Road Aylmer, ON  GPS Cords are N 42 45.019 W 81 01.685
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13-16    39th National Truckin. Hosted by Vans on the Run at Guernsey County Fairgrounds Old Washington OH. Pre entry $50. $65.at gate.  Camping Trailers $20. extra people $20.  Early entries will be charged $10 per van and $10. per trailer per day PLUS ONE CAN OF FOOD. Vans and Panels only. Van Judging will begin on Friday and Conclude on Saturday to allow all to participate and compete.  Pre entry Deadline June 1, 2011.  Send pre entry's to Vans on the Run PO Box 247614, Columbus, OH  43224 call D.J. 614-268-9060 or Coop 614-28-71-0563 event emergency # 614-403-9874.  The Event Theme is the Great Depression so on Wednesday night there will be a Free Vanners Night in soup Kitchen.  Best Hobo Camp prize. www.vansontherun.org/ 


                                                 
Important Addresses:

From time to time I have gotten ideas and information from the following newsletters. Thanks for sharing. You may want to contact them if you will be in their area.

 

 

Heart of America Van Council (HOAVC)                              

Minnesota Organization of Van Enthusiasts (MOVE)               

C/o John Bugh 

℅ Nancy Bontreger                 

6001 Crescent Ave

5159 Penn Ave. N                                      

Raytown, MO 64133-3850

Minneapolis MN 55430     

 

 

Northern California Van Council

Ontario Federation of Vanners

(NCVC)

(OFV)                                      

NCVC News

℅ Geoff & Sonya Koome

946 Marilyn Dr.

Lot 28, 3100 Dorchester Rd.

Campbell, CA 95008

Dorchester, Ontario, N0L-1G5 Canada 

 

 

Salt City Vans

 

℅ Bob McCarthy

 

113 Cayuga Ave.

 

Canasota, NY 13032

 

 

 

Wisconsin Van Council

 BeerBob

(WVC)

 Vannernet@Yahoo.com

1302 Michigan Ave.

  www.vannernet.org             

South Milwaukee, WI 53172

 

 

 

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