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Chapter 32 Verde Valley

Primary area of interest: All of Arizona north of Phoenix


(This page maintained by Julie Nowell. Last modified: 1/5/2012 10:09:34 AMCentral time.)


History of Verde Valley Escapee Chapter 32

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.

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)

REMINDER: CHAPTER 32 2011 dues ($5.00 ea) are due in Jan. and delinquent in May. Any member whose dues are not paid by May 1 shall be dropped from the chapter rolls. Make check payable to Verde Valley Chapter 32 and mail to Jean Bass PO Box 722, Congress, AZ 85332.

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.


Do plan to come to the Spring Rally.


SPRING 2012 RALLY

RALLY HOSTS: Willard & Jean Bass 435-590-8463
RALLY CO-HOSTS: Charles & GraceAnn Carter 316-651-7710
DATE: March 12 - 16, 2012
LOCATION: La Paz County Park, Parker, AZ
DIRECTIONS:
FEES: Camping $18.00 per day (water/electric - 22 sites only)
dry camping: $12.00 per day
Rally fees: 7.50 each
Spring Rally 2012 Registration form.pdf (.pdf)
Spring Rally Schedule-2012.pdf (.pdf)

FALL 2012 RALLY

RALLY HOSTS: Needed
RALLY CO-HOSTS: Needed
DATE: TBA
LOCATION: TBA
DIRECTIONS:
FEES:
Camping Fee:
Rally Fee:
Dog Fee:

We promise a good time for all, so mark your calendars.


Events:
WESTERN RALLY - LODI, CA
DATE: April 15-19, 2012 at the Lodi Grape Festival in Lodi, CA.


Our 51st Escapade will be held in Sedalia, Missouri - September 16 - 21, 2012
Information will be available at Escapees.com.



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 January 30, 2012.

Time: 11:30 AM

Location: Fireside Bar and Grill on Hwy 60 east of Wickenburg.

Meal:
(1) Char-grilled hamburger + side $7.95
(2) Chicken breast sandwich grilled, bbq, or fried with ff $8.45
(3) Cobb salad $8.45.
The sign-up sheet will have these menu choices to help the chef make preparations.


Sign-up at North Ranch Club House or call Don Lynn, 928-685-3396.
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.

EVERYONE IS WELCOME

Do come to the chapter luncheons thru the fall - winter season

Make plans to join us for the luncheon. Come join in for an hour or so of conviviality.

Happy Winter

Chapter Officers

President - Jerry Zolna (Linda)
P.O. Box 448
Congress, AZ 85332
602-717-3373
E-MAIL: azjayzeeatyahoodotcom
VP - Don Lynn (Cynthia)
P.O. Box 1194
Congress, AZ 85332
928-685-3396
E-MAIL: cyn.don.lynnatgmaildotcom
Secretary - Shirley Taylor (Carl)
1169 S. Main St.
Manteca, CA 95337
209-815-3339
E-MAIL: NinerNutataoldotcom
Treasurer -
Chuck Van Winkle (Kathie)

180 Rainbow Dr. #8085
Livingston, TX 77399
928-685-3835
E-MAIL: ckvanwinkleatmsndotcom
Other Contacts
Sunshine - Elly Smith (Gordon)
P.O. Box 531
Congress, AZ
(928) 685-3649
E-MAIL: northranch2001atyahoodotcom
Historian -
Donna Francis (Larry)

P.O. Box 388
1315 Joplin St. S.
Salem, OR 97302-2315
928-985-3563
E-MAIL: for.donfraatyahoodotcom

WAGON MASTER -
Jim Williams (Linda)

110 Rainbow Dr. #1087
Livingston, TX 77399-1010
928-685-3868
E-MAIL: Jimlin01ataoldotcom
Newsletter- Larry Francis (Donna)
P.O. Box 388
1315 Joplin St. S.
Salem, OR 97302-2315
928-985-3563
E-MAIL: lef97302-newsletteratyahoodotcom

Contact - Bob Kominski (Judy)
28303 N. 243rd Dr.
Wittman, AZ 85361
E-MAIL: DieterkatPeoplepcdotcom
Membership Chairman - Jean Bass (Willard)
PO Box 722
Congress, AZ 85332
E-Mail: jbass58atyahoodotcom