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Attention Pet Parents
By Sue Fromholzer
It has been brought to my attention that your fur babies want to be the center of attention at Campvention. Well, don’t you know that it is a tradition that they are highlighted in their own parade! This year the contest will take place on Hawaiian day. You must attend the pet parade meeting on Monday to be registered and official. So, bring the appropriate attire and join us center stage for the best show of the week.
Aloha
C.A.M.P. @ Campvention 2024
By Mark Brayman, C.A.M.P. Chair
Greetings everyone and happy spring,
The Campvention C.A.M.P. Committee (Campers Actively Moving Program) has been “Actively” putting the final touches on this summer’s program. Our hope is that you will participate in any or all of the opportunities listed. From simple on grounds strolling (including a perpetual option, see below) to local area exploring on foot, via a bicycle or in a canoe or kayak. (Rental info below). How about trying a little Pickleball or perhaps some Disc Golf? These two activities will be available on site at the fairgrounds. Let’s get moving this June with FCRV.
Plan for the following activities;
Paddling on the nearby historic Erie Canal: Tuesday 11am. We will line up at the fairgrounds and drive to a nearby launch at the Frankfort Harbor Marina and Park. We will paddle from there out to the canal. At that point we will travel west through lock E19 experiencing the “lift” of the lock as we continue our journey. After a lunch/snack stop (you pack) we will do more paddling west to a safe and accessible pullout location. The distance and controlled canal water flows should allow for all abilities to participate. In regards to rentals: It appears that the best place to find rentals is in and around Utica, NY which is ten miles from the fairgrounds. https://eriecanalway.org/explore/watertrail
Bicycling on the Erie canal trail: Wednesday morning. This 350+ mile trail runs east west and borders the town of Frankfurt to the north. Our plan is a 20-mile round-trip trek to a scenic water feature just off the path. The trail is located close enough to the rally site that we plan to ride out and return together. The canal trail is nearly flat so your focus can be on the surrounding beauty and not overworking your muscles. https://eriecanalway.org/explore/cycling
It should be noted that this trail is also used by hikers, runners and walkers so if at any time during the rally and you have the urge, head over. You won’t be disappointed.
In regards to rentals: It appears that the best place to find rentals is in and around Utica, NY which is ten miles from the fairgrounds.
Disc Golf: An on-site disc golf scramble is being planned in the schedule. This activity is intended to introduce attendees to this fun outdoor sport. If you’ve ever tossed a frisbee or considered it this activity is for you. No experience necessary! Equipment provided however if you own a set of disks or a portable target/basket please bring them along to Campvention. The scramble play will be similar to regular golf. Participants will play as teams with each member tossing one disc at the same target. The team will then toss from the spot of the best toss and so on till a team member lands inside the target. This way everyone can enjoy the game regardless of ability. This also makes for a great ice breaker since we usually play with teams of ten. By the end of the round (9 baskets) you will have discovered some new friends and have had lots of fun.
Note: If there appears to be enough interest there may be an opportunity to travel to a nearby public course where we can really test our skills. https://udisc.com/courses/herkimer-college-disc-golf-pJIR
Pickleball: All abilities- Time has been allotted in the schedule for this popular activity. While the committee has a limited amount of equipment (we have enough for one court). The event will take place in an indoor setting (perfect size for court length) which could accommodate (width wise) a few more nets etc. Please bring gear if you have it. It would be appreciated Thanks
Daily Fairground morning walking: The schedule will include a morning walk which all are welcome to participate in. A meeting location will be listed in the program for the daily 8am group walk. In addition, just to change things up a bit and if you want more opportunities to stay fit, a perpetual walking/running route through the fairgrounds is planned. This honor system activity allows attendees to follow a designated route at their leisure. A sign-up ledger location will be designated where you can indicate your progress. This activity will extend from the second early arrival day to noon on Friday.
Campvention 2024 Entertainment
By Mike & Carol Burns, Entertainment Chairs
Sunday – 5:00 pm Camden Continentals – Fife & Drum Corps – (https://www.camdencontinentals.org)
In the mid-1800s the Taberg (NY) Fife & Drum Corps was created under the direction of Alanson White. Mainly playing at political rallies and patriotic celebrations, in 1945 the band moved to Camden and was renamed the Camden Continentals. The corps now has an active schedule of approximately 15 events per year at parades and musters. The Camden Continentals mission is to entertain the people of Central New York while promoting patriotism and a general sense of esprit de corps within our community.
The Camden Continentals will step off in formation and parade around the Campvention grounds at 5 pm. They will conclude near the stage, where they will perform a few numbers before providing accompaniment for the national anthems.
Opening ceremony:
Erin White, NYSA & FCRV Teen Queen 1999 – National Anthems
Monday – 7:00 pm – Announcements Grit & Grace (http://www.gritngraceband.com/)
Since 2011, Grit N Grace has been entertaining audiences regionally in NY as well as neighboring states with their unique blend of high energy country, rock, and dance music for a show that is enjoyable for all ages.
Tuesday – 7:00 pm – Announcements
FCRV’ Got Talent Showcase
Wednesday – 7:00 pm – Announcements Big Fez and the Surfmatics (https://bigfezmusic.com/home)
Big Fez & the Surfmatics are a four-man group performing classic surf and beach music from the early 1960’s and beyond. While all four members are journeymen musicians who have individually developed their craft through rock, country, bluegrass, and Celtic music, it is the music of their youth, the “music of the surf”, that has brought them together to form this outstanding combo.
Thursday – 7:00 pm Announcements
Awards and Drawing Day –
Friday – 7:00 pm – Announcements
Leslie Tallmadge – Campfire sing-along
With a decade of experience as a Girl Scout leader and camp counselor, Leslie has collected hundreds of camp songs. She has performed many times to appreciative audiences at Camp Amahami, and during COVID kept the Camp spirit alive through Facebook Live campfire sing-alongs.
Campvention 2024 Seminars
By Mike & Carol Burns, Seminars Chairs
Seminars are scheduled daily at 10 am and 2 pm (mostly). They will cover both conservation and local history/interest and alternate topics by time. All presenters have volunteered to join us, and several will have their products (honey, maple, books) available immediately following their session.
Monday:
10 am Sunny Hunny Farms – Tracy Robbins-Garrison
Sunny Hunny Farms, owned by Violet Robbins and Tracy Robbins-Garrison, in Amsterdam is a licensed nursery with an apiary for beehives. The mother and daughter have just opened a seasonal store at their 18-acre farm to expand access to its fresh cut flowers, potted plants, fruits, vegetables, honey and bee products.
2 pm Origins of the Erie Canal – Craig Brack
“The Mind-sets and Motivations Which Created the Erie Canal” will explore several major events in the early history of our country which led to the construction and success of the canal. In particular, there were at least three such events which occurred from 1776 to 1815 which led directly to the ultra-expensive construction of the canal starting in 1817. This will help you better understand and appreciate your trip along the nation’s first highway.
Tuesday 10 am The Oneida Indian Nation – Jessica Farmer (www.oneidaindiannation.com
The Oneidas are an indigenous nation of American Indian people whose sacred and sovereign homelands are located in Central New York. The Nation was a key ally of the United States during the Revolutionary War, and it has been a cultural and economic anchor for the region. 2 pm Mud Road Sugar House – Vern Duesler III (www.mudroadsugarhouse.com)
Over five generations, Mud Road Sugar House has grown from to a 4000-tap operation encompassing several hundred acres of sugarbush. Like most operations it is family owned and operated by Vern Duesler III (Margaret), sons D.J. (Erica), and Chad (Lindsay) and the grandchildren. Hear from the source how sap is made into syrup and taste the goodness that nature provides.
Wednesday 10 am Invasive Species – Addison Kubrick (www.capitolregionprism.org)
Invasive species are any non-native species (plant, animal, microbe, etc.) that have the ability to cause harm to the environment, economy, and/or human health. The Capital
Region Partnership for Invasive Species Management works in collaboration with partner groups to promote prevention, education, and outreach strategies, create early detection and response networks, and execute best management practices for invasive species control.
2 pm Revolution in the Valley – Ft. Stanwix National Monument Staff (www.nps.gov/fost)
For centuries, the Oneida Carrying Place, a six-mile portage connecting the Mohawk River and Wood Creek, served as a vital link for those traveling by water from the ocean to the Great Lakes. When Europeans arrived, nations fought for control of the carry and the rich resources of North America. Learn how this strategic location became the lynchpin that allowed our nation to survive.
Thursday
10 am Haunted Mohawk Valley – Dennis Weaver (https://www.facebook.com/GhostSeekersOfCentralNY/)
The Mohawk River winds through central New York, and along its meandering path residents and visitors have encountered the supernatural. In Utica, ghosts grace the stage of the Stanley Theater; Spirits of Revolutionary War soldiers still march on the Oriskany Battlefield and linger in Schoharie’s Old Stone Fort; and some former residents of Beardslee Castle in St. Johnsville, Boonville’s Hulbert House and the Seashell Inn of Sylvan Beach have resisted vacating.
3 pm Rawlings Adirondack Bat Company – TBD (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FQ6LRohZY8I)
One of a few manufacturers of major league baseball bats, Rawlings Adirondack has supplied amateurs, all-stars, and Hall of Famers with the tool of their trade for over a century. Discover how bats are made, why the lumber comes from such a small region, and how they have reacted to the demise of ash due to the invasive Emerald Ash Borer.
Friday – 12:00 Noon, Flag Retirement Ceremony
Canajoharie Boy Scout Troop 81 will lead a retirement ceremony for American and Canadian national flags. Please bring any worn flags that are in need of retirement, and they will be disposed of in a proper and dignified manner.
A flag is considered to be worn when the color has faded, it has developed a hole or the outermost seam (fly) of the flag has become frayed. When a flag becomes tattered and is no longer in a suitable condition for use, it should be disposed of in a dignified manner.
Campvention 2024 TP Raffle
By Kathy Howell, TP Chair
It is almost time for Campvention!!! I am so excited to see everyone. I have begun packing the items for the raffle. I am hoping you are packing something special to donate to the raffle!! We had such amazing participation last year; can’t wait to see the goodies this year.
A glimpse of how TP Raffle works:
Teens will be out and about selling tickets from Sunday evening until just before preview time. Please be sure to ask them who they are, why are they selling, and what can be won. Campers purchase a “card” of tickets for $1.
There are 26 tickets on each card. Included is a “ticket” that says door prize, it is the same as all the other tickets. You use these tickets to win raffle prizes. How do you submit tickets for the prize?? You break the tickets apart and put them in a bag or container. Then bring them to the preview session. Simply put your tickets in the container next to the raffle prize you want to win.
There are cash awards for the teens based on the number of tickets that they sell; every teen that sells tickets will receive a cash award. These are given out at closing ceremonies.
Campvention can always involve a bit of fun and shenanigans; the tickets serve as insurance to not have your rig toilet-papered by the teens. Simply display a card in your rig’s window, and you’re safe, at least from the teens.
Raffle time:
Some people purchase a few tickets; some purchase a lot of tickets. You need a way to keep track of the numbers so you can claim your prize! Here is a picture of Robert, he uses a Lucky Charms box to line his tickets up, and his daughter Carol in the background is carrying her tickets lined up on a tray. Campers use a variety of items to line up and organize their tickets in numerical order. Here is a picture of organizing the tickets, be sure to pack some tape to hold them still. The final drawing is for cash prizes!!
Campvention Parade
By Lynn Tinter, Parade Chair
Have you been making plans for the parade?
Our Campvention 2024’s parade will be Friday at 10am (registration will be at 4PM on Monday in Building C).
All participants or a representative MUST attend to register and receive a number to attach to the float/vehicle from the Parade Committee.
The parade theme is “Camping – Past, Present, and Future”. Be creative – figure out how to depict the past, present, and/or future of camping. This is the 75th anniversary of FCRV, and we are hoping for a large showing at our national Campvention parade. We are planning on a walking and riding parade so start planning your entry. We encourage all state, province, teen, youth groups, retirees, chapters and individuals to participate. Historically, the parades went through the town we were camping in, but in recent times we have stayed on the campgrounds.
Family Fun Day
By Angie Shaneyfelt, Teen Meal Chair
The teen organization will be selling Family Fun Day tickets at registration for their hotdog/hamburger meal being served on Monday from noon to 1 PM. We are trying to keep our costs at $5.00/meal that includes a hotdog or hamburger with chips and water. At Family Fun Day the FCRV Trustees will have games for members to participate in. This is a gathering for all members to mingle with old friends and meet new friends! So, please remember to purchase your tickets at registration. We will also have some extra meals to purchase if you didn’t get a ticket. The teens appreciate your support as they use these profits for their activities this week.
FCRV’s Got Talent
By Craig Weber, Chair
Campvention this year will feature a new opportunity for members to share or show off, with the “FCRV’s Got Talent” show. This is the fourth month that this has been posted so hurry and sign up. We are looking for anyone, regardless of age, to step up and show off their unique talents at Campvention this year in New York. Singing, Dancing, Story Telling, Stupid Pet Tricks, Comedy Routine, Group Skit, Piano or Instruments. ALL talents are welcome. Please try to keep your talent under five minutes. There will be a keyboard available. Sound guy will be able to handle CDs for you to sing. I hope all of you can find the time to show off your talent. Just click on this link, fill out the simple form, click SUBMIT and I will be in touch. https://fcrv.org/fcrvs-got-talent/
WARNING: If we do not get enough talent signed up Craig Weber will have to tell stories. For Example:
In the deep jungles of Africa there is the small kingdom of Solong. This kingdom has been its own independent country for generations. There are two tribes that live in Solong the Ohmygolly and the Ohmygosh. The king has always come from the Ohmygolly tribe. The current king, Imsilly the 8th, resolves all issues of conflict between the tribes when he rules from his throne. The seat of power, the throne, is solid gold encrusted with diamonds and emeralds. Since king Imsilly the 8th is a member of the Ohmygolly tribe he mostly rules in favor of his tribe when there are disputes. This has kept the Ohmygosh tribe very poor. While the Ohmygolly tribe has fine houses, the Ohmygosh tribe live in grass huts. Several of the men from the Ohmygosh tribe decided to end Imsilly’s rule by stealing the throne. Since, by law, no decisions can be made unless the king is sitting on the throne. Stealing the throne would end the unfair treatment. Late that night 20 Ohmygosh warriors snuck into the castle and stole the throne. When they returned to the village they decided to hide the throne on the roof of their leader’s hut. Hauling it up to the roof and covering it with more grass they were sure that the warriors from Ohmygolly would never find it. The very next day hundreds of Ohmygolly warriors descended on the Ohmygosh village and began searching hut to hut. As the general of the Ohmygolly warriors questioned the leader of the Ohmygosh tribe there came a loud crash. The throne broke through the roof and crushed the leader of the Ohmygosh tribe. This just proves the old saying …… wait for it…… People who live in grass houses shouldn’t stow thrones.
I can do at least an hour of these stories; so, sign up now!
Honey Wagon & Propane Services Info
By Daniel Tinter, Chair
Honey Wagon Service: RV dump service will be provided by Jon’s Johns Portable Toilets on Sunday ($50), Tuesday ($40) and Thursday ($40). Sign up will be at central registration. A minimum of 10 RVs each day must sign up or the service is cancelled for that day. Members are required to be present at their RV at the time of service.
Propane Service: Propane service will be provided by Harbor Point Energy Products on Monday. Sign up will be at Central Registration. Cost will be $4.50 per gallon in cash. Members are required to be present at their RV at the time of service.
Know Before You Go!
By Deb Swanson, Campvention Chair
GETTING THERE:
Do NOT follow GPS directions to exit 31 on I-90. This will take you through downtown Utica. Take exit 30 (Herkimer-Mohawk) and let GPS recalculate you to NY5S bringing you right behind the fairgrounds.
Ice will be available during the day when the office is open. The cost is $3.25/bag and is subject to change.
No open fires are allowed on the fairgrounds. Propane fire pits are allowed in open areas.
HONEY WAGON/DUMP STATION
Pump out service is scheduled for Sun, Tues, Thurs. You must sign up for service at Central Registration. There is a dump station available. For consideration of the people parked by the dump station, please use a sewer hose seal (available on Amazon for $8.62) on your portable waste tank. The cost for service on Sunday is $50 cash. The cost on Tuesday and Thursday is $40 cash. Sign up at Central Registration. YOU MUST BE AT YOUR RIG AT TIME OF PUMPING.
GENERAL INFORMATION
Don’t forget to bring your recyclable shopping bags. Paper shopping bags are available in our stores for $.05 each.
New York has a $.05 deposit on cans and bottles (including water). Cans/bottles without NY printed on them will not be accepted for deposit return. It is illegal to return cans/bottles (even with NY printed on them) if they were not purchased in NY and subject to a $100 penalty per item.
GATE REGISTRATION
When you arrive at the fairgrounds, pull up the roadway a short distance and a parking team member will lead you to the gate registration area. There you will receive your registration packet. A parking team member will escort you to your site. After you are parked, and set up, proceed to the central registration area during the times listed.
CENTRAL REGISTRATION
Central Registration will be in Building C. The registration hours will be:
Saturday 9 am-12 pm and 1 pm-4 pm
Sunday 9:30 am – 11:30 am and 2 -4:30 pm
Stations are set up to receive/provide information regarding the various opportunities to participate while at Campvention. Please return the information cards that you received at gate registration, with your site location and emergency contact information including phone numbers. LIST ONE ON SITE CONTACT AND ONE-OFF SITE CONTACT. Central registration is also where you will pay for activities that you wish to participate in which a fee is required. This is also where you will pay for early days and pump out service so be sure to bring cash, or your checkbook.
PRIZES
Who doesn’t like to win a prize? Door prizes, and raffle prizes, have long been a tradition at Campvention. One year we even auctioned off a large basket donated by a chapter in Canada. This cannot be possible without donations from the people who attend. They can be anything that is new. They can be homemade, or store bought. The more that we have donated, the more door prizes can be given. Use your imagination! Be creative. Even items from the dollar store can make a nice basket. Please be sure to include your name and email address so that the person receiving the prize can properly thank you. \
WILDLIFE
This is the only time of year that Wildlife raises funds for its wildlife grants. Please donate a new purchased, or handmade item, to be raffled off.
Wildlife is again sponsoring a wildlife photo contest. Submit an 8×10 photo for entry. There are prizes for first, second and third place. There will be a youth class, 17 years and younger, and an adult class. Photos can be dropped off at Central Registration. There is also a birdhouse contest. They must be handmade and there is also a first, second, and third place ribbon. These houses will be auctioned off if you wish to donate yours. Drop off at Central Registration.
TP RAFFLE
The teens are holding this raffle again this year. The idea is to “buy” TP insurance when you buy raffle tickets. THIS WILL NOT KEEP YOUR TRAILER FROM BEING TP’d, however, if you are TP’d, the teens will come and clean it up. And just like last year, they will have some fabulous prizes.
ALOHA WEDNESDAY
Dig out those Hawaiian shirts and blouses from the back of the closet and get ready to celebrate Hawaiian Day. The Big Fez will help us celebrate in style.
PET PARADE
Your fur babies are waiting to show off how beautiful they are in our Annual Pet Parade. You MUST attend the Pet Parade meeting on Monday to register and receive the details of the parade.
HUMAN PARADE
The parade theme is ‘Camping Past, Present, & Future’. Entries can be floats, bikes, scooters, golf carts, feet, anything that moves. Make them fancy! You will be judged! There are multiple categories to be judged so look your best!
SITE UTILITIES
WE CANNOT STRESS THIS ENOUGH. Bring extra water hoses if you want a continuous water hook up. Also, bring a multiple water splitter. We definitely could use a 4 or 5-way splitter if you have one. If your rig has a 50 amp cord, bring a 50 to 30 amp dog bone. Everyone needs to bring extra electric (extension) cords no matter what amp plug you have.
MARKETPLACE
This is the place where you can sell your “stuff”. Crafts, baked goods, etc. Pre-registration is required. See Camping Today for the registration form
Marketplace ’24 Info
By Rhonda O’Neal, Marketplace Chair
Hello FCRV members! I wanted to remind you of Marketplace. I am Rhonda O’Neal from Illinois, and I will be overseeing the Marketplace this year at Campvention in Herkimer, NY! Marketplace will be held in Building A which is the main building this year and will be held on Thursday June 27, 2024 from 9:00am-12:00pm. Tables are 6ft long and are available for $5.00 each which includes 2 chairs or you can bring your own chairs. If you are interested in a space, please email me at [emailprotected], and I will send a form to you so you can get a spot reserved. If you have any questions, please feel free to email me, and I will do my best to answer your questions. I look forward to seeing you in Herkimer! If you are not familiar with Marketplace, it is when we give our members time to sell merchandise which mostly consists of handmade items made by our members. If you have a craft that you make and would like to sell it at Campvention , then Marketplace is for you! Plenty of spots are still available.
Teen Sports – Volleyball & Softball
By Angie Shaneyfelt, Teen Sports Chair
Calling all Teens…..we will be playing volleyball Thursday morning at 9:30. Make sure you all show up; even if you don’t play, you need to come to support your fellow teens. Any adults interested in helping and/or participating in the teen volleyball are welcome to come, also. You will be put on a team if there aren’t enough teens.
The annual softball game was originally teens competing against other teens. Then, we transformed the game to adults vs teens, and now we have just decided to mix the teams up. So, any age that wants to play softball, bring your gloves and bats. This includes youth; we need some base runners for older folks! We do have some equipment to provide for members that don’t have any to bring. Just come and play! We had a good turnout of members last year at Richmond and had a very competitive softball game. We need to make sure the membership comes to watch us play. So, when walking to the ball diamond, tell everyone you see to come and join us, either by playing or watching!
Youth
By Dora Lewis
Campvention is next month. CAMPING IS POSTER is one of the many great ways to participate in Campvention. Posters and coloring pages can be done at campouts. Youth ages 5-12 are eligible for the poster and youth from 0-4 can do the coloring page. Poster size is a standard 22×28.
Click on this link for the coloring page. All entries must have members name, age and must be signed by a Field Director or State/Provincial Director. Entries are to be brought to Campvention.
Youth Activities Campvention 2024
By Barb McHale, Youth Chair
Theme: ‘Remembering Our Past…Celebrating Our Future’
There will be youth activities daily Monday through Thursday for the hours of 9-11 am and 1-3 pm. Expect to have fun! Please dress in clothes that can be played in! We will also be using paints frequently. Sneakers should be worn for Tuesday afternoon’s races/activities. For our Wednesday afternoon water activities, you may want to consider wearing bathing suits under t-shirts/athletic shorts and bring a towel.
Expect to participate in numerous fun activities ranging from crafts to obstacle courses, each embracing our campvention theme. Plan to learn about the NY State Bird while you assemble a Bluebird house to take home. We will also construct wooden stilts and land skis to play and compete with. We will be playing some small group games that many enjoyed years ago as well as creating art work with various methods and mediums. Ornaments to remember our time at Campvention will finish out our activities. All supplies will be provided for activities.
Children under 5 must be accompanied by a parent/guardian. Youth 5-8 must be signed in and out by a parent/guardian (or accompanied by). Parents of youth ages 9-12 can choose whether or not to allow their child to sign themselves in and out- a permission statement indicating choice must be signed.
Anyone interested in volunteering with our youth at Campvention should reach out to me soon because there are forms required to be filed. Remember our children are our future. [emailprotected].
FCRV Campvention Parking Information and Tips
By Wayne & Lois Zuhoski, Parking & Layout Chairs
We would love to welcome all of you to the 2024 FCRV International Campvention at the Herkimer County Fairgrounds, 135 Cemetery Street, Frankfort, NY, to celebrate the 75th Anniversary of our organization.
First of all, parking will be Hobo Style. RV Parking locations are throughout the Fairgrounds which will be close to all activities. RV sites will be 25′ x 40′ wherever possible. However, there will be some sites that will be smaller, 22′ wide or 30′ long, so smaller rigs will be located there if necessary. RV power and water connections are clustered throughout the fairgrounds, some with as many as 10 electric and two water outlets at each cluster. Mostly 30 amp with a 50 amp connection at some locations. There are a limited number of 50 amp connections available in the fairgrounds; please be prepared to use the 30 amp connection unless you absolutely need to have the 50 amp connection. The average temperature forecast during the Campvention is in the low 80’s (81º to 83º daytime) and in the high 50’s (57º to 59º at night).
When you arrive at the fairgrounds, enter and continue straight ahead to the Parking & Gate Registration Checkpoint. You will be asked for your attendance confirmation letter, your RV’s Information (size, # of slides, power requirements, and any special needs) and given instructions on how to proceed. If you are towing a vehicle, you will be directed to where you can unhook it, then escorted to the RV Parking location you are assigned. NOTE: New York Safety and Fire regulations require that your RV cannot be blocked in and must be able to pull out in the event of an emergency.
Depending on the type and size of the RV’s located at the power & water connections, you might find that you are located farther away from them then you would normally be. We recommend that you bring and have available some items (listed below) that would help you connect to the RV utilities. Over the years we have been Camping we have found that they have been invaluable to us having a successful camping experience.
Depending on where the water & power inlets are on your RV, they could be as far as away as 110 ft. from where the Fairgrounds connections are. Better safe than sorry…
Besides what you normally carry:
For Water: 3/4in. Brass Garden Hose Wye W/shut-offs, 50′ or longer Drinking Water Hose.
For Power – 50amp RV’s: A 30amp “M” to 50amp “F” adapter, a 50amp Extension Cord 30′ or 50′ long, a 50amp Surge protector.
For Power – 30amp RV’s: A 50amp “M” to 30amp “F” adapter (Not req. here but a good thing to carry if the 30amp outlet’s not working), a 30amp Extension Cord 30′ or 50′ long, a 30amp Surge Protector.
You might want to check in with your camping friends not coming to the Campvention. If they have any of the things above you could borrow, that would be a good idea.
If you do not need to use any of these things and you lend them out to someone else who needs it, remember to mark the items with your name so you can get it back at the end of Campvention.
For everyone’s safety, if you arrive after dusk you will be taken to an open area (no utilities available) to stay in overnight. You will be taken to your assigned parking location the next morning.
