Chapter 32 started with an idea, a great idea, to have an Escapee chapter in the Verde Valley area. Many people visited the beautiful Verde Valley in March of 1991. Some just wanted to get together with other SKPs while others dreamed of a co-op in the area.
The desires and dreams of more than 50 people resulted in Chapter 32 becoming an official reality on March 20, l991. officers were elected, By-laws adopted, and a name chosen.
In April, l991, weekly luncheon meetings were started at Sasabees Restaurant in Cottonwood. Each week, new members joined the Chapter. By June, l991, there were more than 125 members.
Members discussed plans for a Co-op, a Retreat, or a new type of park - a combined Co-op/Retreat. The new concept, a Co-op/Retreat, was the most popular plan. Members were surveyed as to their desire for a small lot or a large lot. The search for a suitable site in Verde Valley continued.
By July, l991 the membership was close to 300. The idea for a logo was discussed.
The first rally was scheduled with Chapter 21 (Benson) on December 4,5, and 6 at Fountain Hills. There were 35 rigs in attendance.
By the time the Chapter was one year old, there were almost 304 memberships.
The search for a suitable location for a co-op continued across Verde Valley. Because of many unmanageable situations, the direction changed, and North Ranch became the best option. On September 21, l992, the existing park, North Ranch, was turned over to Rainbow Parks. After a survey was sent out to rename the park, it was decided to maintain the name North Ranch. The next five years were very arduous and frustrating until we were able to move onto our lots in April of 1997. It would be l999 before we received our deeds to the 436 lots. While the wait was long, it was worth it.
Chapter 32 split in l999. Chapter 32 covers Phoenix north, east and west. Phoenix south, east and west is now Chapter 45.
Chapter 32 holds two rallies a year, one in the fall and one in the spring.
Newsletter
Our Newsletter is usually published twice a year.
April 2006 Newsletter(.pdf)
November 2006 Newsletter(.pdf)
April 2007 Newsletter(.pdf)
November 2007 Newsletter(.pdf)
February 2008 Newsletter (.pdf)
May 2008 Newsletter
December 2008 Newsletter & 2009 Spring Rally Registration form(.pdf)
May 2009 Newsletter (.pdf)
Fall 2009 Newsletter (.pdf)
April 2010 Newsletter (.pdf)
Membership
To join or pay your annual dues, please submit a Membership/Renewal Application form attached. This form can be downloaded from this Web Page. Membership dues of $5.00 per person includes a one year subscription to our newsletter (two issues). Membership Dues are payable on 1/1 of each year. If you have any questions, send an email to our Membership Chairman.
Membership Renewal Application form(.pdf)
Upcoming Rallies and Events
Chapter Voice Mail Information: 888-757-7701 ext. 8032
Rallies:
Please contact the Wagonmasters if you have any questions concerning the Rally.
We promise a good time for all, so mark your calendars.
FALL 2011 RALLY:
RALLY HOSTS: tba
CO-HOSTS:
DATE: October 18-23, 2011
LOCATION: White Tank - Maricopa Regional Park, Surprise, AZ
DIRECTIONS: North on Hwy 303 to Olive. West 4 miles on Olive to the White Tank Mountain Regional Park entrance.
FEES:
Camping:
REGISTRATION DEADLINE:
SPRING 2011 RALLY
RALLY HOSTS: tba
DATE: tba
LOCATION: tba
DIRECTIONS:
FEES: Rally fees -
Camping fees
REGISTRATION DEADLINE:
Events:
Our 50th Escapade will be held September 12–17, 2010 at the Elkhart County 4-H
Fairgrounds in Goshen, IN.
Information available at Escapees.com.
Our 51st Escapade will be held in Gillette, WY
Luncheons:
Luncheons are held the last Monday of the month at 11:30 till whenever - October through April.
The next Verde Valley Chapter 32 luncheon will be in October - stayed tuned for more information.
Time: 11:30 AM
Location: TBA
Sign-up at North Ranch Club House or contact Jean Lumbard 928-685-3606.
Wear your Name Tag!
If you are from an area other than North Ranch, notify our contact person, Bob Kominski at Dieterkatpeoplepcdotcom or call 623-388-0507.
Come join us, EVERYONE IS WELCOME
Make plans to join us for the luncheon. Come join in for an hour or so of conviviality.
Happy travels and have a great summer!
