All Bluebird Rallies

Vintage Birds maintains this rally listing for all Bluebird Wanderlodge and BMC Coach Owners


Upcoming events

    • Sunday, May 05, 2024
    • Sunday, May 12, 2024
    • Windrock Park Oliver Springs , TN

    Third Annual Jeepin at Windrock Event.

    We are going back to Windrock again in May to test our skill on the trails at Windrock Park. Windrock Park is in Oliver Springs TN and has 73,000 acres of trails that range from gravel roads to OH HECK NO! Bring your Jeep, Side by Side, or other off road vehicle, or rent one from the park.

    They have a great full hookup RV park, Cabins, and a nice camp store. There is plenty to do in the area.

    Simply make your reservation and then Email RShrimp@Yahoo.com with your site information

    Check it out at: https://windrockpark.com/

    Reservations: https://stayatwindrockpark.com/


    • Monday, May 27, 2024
    • Sunday, June 02, 2024
    • McCormick Place, Chicago, Illinois
    Register

    Vintage Birds
    Chicago
    Rally


    May 27 to June 2, 2024

    Depart Sunday June 2 for the Shipshewana Rally

    We will be Dry Camping in the gated secure truck staging area Parking Lot B at McCormick Place which is just south of downtown.

    Long time Chicago residents Dan and Liz Harris, and former Chicago (suburban) residents Gary and Molly Shilling invite you to explore their city with them. Chicago is a World Class City in every way. With so many things to see and do…

    Museum of Science and Industry,

    Field Museum of Natural History,

    Adler Planetarium,

    Shedd Aquarium,

    Art Institute,

    Architecture (from Mies van der Rohe, Adler and Sullivan,  Frank Lloyd Wright, to Architecture Boat Tours),

    Public Art (Calder, Picaso, Miro, etc.),

    Music (esp. the Blues),

    Millenium Park,

    Theatre,

    Baseball,

    Hot Dogs, Pizza, Italian Beef Sandwiches (I’m getting Hungry! Dan has compiled a list of his favorite eateries for us to enjoy!)…and SO MUCH MORE!  

    The trick will be to find a way to do even a fraction of these in 5 days and also sleep! 

    ARE YOU UP FOR THE CHALLENGE?


    Addressing the elephant in the room: Sensationalized crime reports paint a picture about Chicago-and most Cities-that cannot be believed without context and should not keep anyone away… as with any world class city, literally millions of people in the Chicagoland area go to work, school, church, shopping, entertainment venues, bars, restaurants, theatre and sightseeing every day without incident! Being aware and oriented (and part of the Vintage Birds Group!) is the ticket to a GR8 time!


    Our arrival date is Memorial Day, Monday May 27. We will be dry camping in B lot at McCormick Place which is an active secured truck staging area. Not a normal campground by any means but very near downtown and museums. When you make your reservation online you will see that “Leisure Camping” is not allowed. What that means remains to be seen but our plan is to put away any chairs, grills, cook tops, etc. when we are not going to be at “Camp”.

    Google search Parking at McCormick Place Chicago: https://www.mccormickplace.com/getting-here/parking-rates/ Scroll down to Bus and RV Parking. Click on Buy Bus/RV Parking Now. The Rate per day with in and out privileges including tax is $38 for a total of $228 for the six days in Chicago.  all parking fees must be paid online before you arrive. 

    Address: 3050 Moe Drive, Chicago, IL. I am using at 12:00 noon check in time on the 27th and 12 noon check out time on June 2nd.

    Arrive with a full water tank and empty waste tanks. There are NO HOOK UPS; no water, no dump station, no electric hook ups. There are also no restrictions on generator usage. We will be right by Lake Michigan and normally it is “Cooler by the Lake”, as heard on local weather forecasts. Hopefully it will not be hot and without the need for air conditioning. Some reviews of our camping location in Lot B complain of traffic noise (Lake Shore Drive is on the East of Lot B) Train noise (train tracks to the West of Lot B) and truck traffic at all hours. I see truck traffic as a good thing, truckers will not put up with anyone messing around with their trucks while parked. Lot B is a gated lot.

    Our Rally Fee is $100.00 which will include something for breakfast each morning and possibly an evening meal. Outings and attractions are not included in the Rally Fee.

    Next page will have the registration form and mailing information.

    This may not be the cheapest Rally you have ever attended. Chicago is a big city with big city prices.  Parking is expensive and we plan on using Uber, public transportation or walking to limit the hassle of driving and parking. Eating out post COVID has presented patrons with sticker shock and Chicago will be no exception.  Dan has compiled a list of eateries that we Must visit. With our limited time in the city, we will not be able to hit all of them, but we will certainly not be going away hungry. Please note that there will be quite a bit of walking while visiting the city.

    Rally ends Sunday June 2, Shipshewana Rally begins: Dave and Tina’s Rally officially starts on Wednesday June 5th but many will arrive on or before Sunday June 2. This is a great rally and only a short drive (2.5 hrs.) from Chicago. Call Sam at the Shipshewana North Campground (do not book online) 260 768-7770 and tell him you are with the Blue Birds. Address: 5970 Indiana Rt 5, Shipshewana, IN 46565. Normally there are not any planned events, but impromptu activities do pop up. There are RV surplus stores for the guys, shopping for the girls, a large flea market on Monday and Tuesday and an ice cream shop right on site. Don’t be afraid to get on the waiting list at the campground, there are always cancellations.

    Give me a text, email, or a phone call when you register by mail. We will be on the road for a few months and will not pick up the mail until we get home. Questions, information? Hope to see you there!

    Gary Shilling  608 739-1296, gmshilling72@gmail.com

    A rally starts with an idea – getting a bunch of folks together for a good time.  Then, the organizers try to put a framework around “A Good Time” which create the opportunity for a lot of fun.  Some attendees want lots planned,  some want lots of unscheduled time. Some things need good weather,  some things are gr8 for those “less than optimal” weather days.    Our approach is to create a ”potential” schedule.  This is TOTALLY subject to change as we get a little closer and can evaluate weather, performing artist schedules, suggestions from Rally Attendees, etc. etc.  Then, folks can do some, all, or none of…

    (Click to see Hypothetical Schedule)


    Vintage Birds Chicago Rally

    May 27-June 2, 2024, Registration

    Name___________________________________________________

    Spouse, friend, squeeze_____________________________________

    Address_________________________________________________

    ________________________________________________________

    Cell Phone_______________________________________________

    Cell Phone, S,F, Squeeze____________________________________

    Email Address____________________________________________

    Vintage Bird Member_____  Guest_______

    Date you plan on arriving_______________

    Number in your party__________________

    Did you make your parking (camping) reservations_______

    Check #______In the amount of $100.00

    Please make checks payable to and mail to:

    Gary Shilling

    23369 Gingers Drive

    Muscoda, WI 53573

    If you must cancel and call me Before the Rally, I will make sure your Rally Fee is refunded.

    Gary Shilling    608 739-1296     Email: gmshilling72@gmail.com



    • Wednesday, June 05, 2024
    • Sunday, June 09, 2024
    • Shipshewana North Campground, Shipshewana, Indiana

    2024 Shipshewana Not So Mini Rally


    We are planning another Shipshewana mini Rally beginning Wednesday June 5, 2024 until Sunday June 9, 2024 in Shipshewana Indiana. The Rally Location will once again be the Shipshewana North Campground and Cabins (wanabees note, there are a few cabins available here). The website for the campground is 

    http://www.shipshewanacampgroundnorth.com 

    and the phone number is (260) 768-7770. Ask for Uma or Sam and tell them you are with the Bluebird Group. You can also drop my name if need be. 

    PLEASE MAKE YOUR RESERVATIONS BY PHONE AS THERE ARE ADVANTAGES FOR BLUEBIRDS MAKING PHONE RESERVATIONS. ON-LINE RESERVATIONS HAVE SOME STRINGS ATTACHED. DON’T MAKE RESERVATIONS ON LINE.

    This is an older campground with mostly 30 amp sites, but a few 50 Amp pull through sites are available. Hopefully we have planned it early enough that we won’t need much air conditioning. We really like this campground as it is quiet and has an ice cream store right on the site. They really like us too.


    We don’t have awards, and we don’t plan tech sessions. We plan nothing because this is the Rally where the Boys go shopping. You read it right, there are several, many, a bunch of surplus stores within striking distance, and we come back with car full of RV trinkets. Some spend thousands, others spend some. The girls, if they trust us to be alone with credit cards, go to town with their own credit cards and shop in all of the quaint little Amish shops. 

    Shipshewana also has a huge flea market every week on Tuesday and Wednesday. You can google that to get the details if you are interested. You may have to come early to go there, but don’t spend all of your money there because there are other, better things to buy. 

    This location offers other services. 

    National RV Refrigeration. Many ‘Bird owners can’t say enough about Leon. Each year Leon works on several Bluebirds. He’s the go to guy for refrigerator problems as several Bird owners can attest. His price is more than fair, he does a really good job, and he’s right next door to the campground. He does air conditioners too. His website is http://www.fixyourfridge.com. If you have a need here, call Leon for an appointment and to make sure he has enough time to get what you need.

    Stuarts Service in Elkhart is an authorized HWH repair facility. The website is http://www.rvleveling.com. You really need to call ahead here for an appointment as it seems they have limited hours. The phone number is on the website.

    Ramco Mirrors is close by in Elkhart, and bird mirrors have been rebuilt here.

    Mr. Wrench Service and Repair 260-768-4216 is a Powertech Service Center


    There are also lots of other RV related manufacturers around the Elkhart area and this is only a half hour away. Lambright’s for furniture is a popular spot, and Bradd and Hall is also nearby. 



    Looking forward to seeing you there !!!



    __________________
    David Styf


    All information is believed to be correct, however, all questions concerning rally information presented on this web site should be addressed to the Rally Host.


    • Monday, October 07, 2024
    • Sunday, October 13, 2024
    • Panama City Beach, Fl
    Register

    VINTAGE BIRDS FALL RALLY

    &

    ANNUAL BUSINESS MEETING

    OCTOBER 7‐13, 2024

    Panama City Beach, Fl


    WE WILL BE STAYING AT

    Sun Outdoor RV Resort

    1957 Allison Ave.

    Panama City Beach, Fl

    850-235-0924

    You are invited to join us for the Vintage Birds 2024 Rally and Annual Business Meeting in beautiful Panama City Fl. We have reserved 40 sites at the Sun Outdoor, the premier RV Resort in the area.

    The official start date is Monday October 7, 2024. The first event will be a meet and greet in the late afternoon for cocktails; we will ask the members of each coach to bring an appetizer and your drinks!

    Check out date is Sunday October 13; the last planned event will be on Saturday evening the 12th.

    When calling for reservation’s (1 850 235-0924) press option #2 to talk to the resort office. Do not take the #1 prompt which the recording says it’s for reservation’s but will take you to a central reservation desk; they may not know what to do with a Vintage Bird. When the office answers tell them you are with the Vintage Birds Rally.

    The nice lady on the phone will ask for a deposit of 1/2 of your total $ amount for your stay when you register. Disclaimer, this is a resort area with resort prices and fees! The discounted rally rate with county and state taxes is $116.93 per night for pull through sites. Back in sites are a bit less. There is a $10 per night “Resort Fee” that has been waived for our Rally. Please verify with the “Front Desk” that you are not charged this fee.

    Refunds: If you cancel up to 14 days before your scheduled arrival date you will receive a 100% refund. If you cancel less than 14 days, you will receive your deposit less $100.

    VB Rally fee is $150 per coach. Please fill out the Registration Form below and send it to Shane along with a check.

    I highly encourage early registrations! If we fill up our 40 sites early, the resort will hold additional sites for us if available. Remember if you cancel up to 14 days before your reservation date the resort will issue a full refund. If you can't attend and call me before the Rally (Gary 608-739-1296) to let me know, I will make sure you will receive a refund for the VB fees paid.

    So, Register Now Please!

    Questions, concerns, ideas, suggestions, call:

    Call Gary Shilling 608 739‐1296 or

    email: gmshilling72@gmail.com


    Vintage Birds Registration Form

    Rally and Annual Business Meeting

    October 7-13, 2024

    Sun Outdoors

    Panama City Beach FL

    Vintage Birds Rally Fee $150.00

    Please make out checks to Vintage Birds

    Mail to:

    Vintage Birds

    C/O Shane Fedeli

    PO Box 70

    Tyrone, PA 16686

    Name____________________________________

    cell phone___________________

    Wife, Husband, squeeze, other________________

    cell phone__________________

    Address_____________________________________________________________

    Type of camping unit___________________________________________________

    Length of camping unit_________________________________________________

    Note: RV resort does not allow pop-ups or tents

    Anticipated arrival date___________________________

    Are you a current member of Vintage Birds?____________

    Are you a Guest______

    Check Number_______

    Made out to Vintage Birds In the amount of $_________

    Questions? Call Gary 608 739-1296

    If you must cancel, please call Gary FIRST (608 739‐1296) before you call

    the campground. We don’t want your site released if we have a waiting

    list!!!



    • Wednesday, October 23, 2024
    • Sunday, October 27, 2024
    • Pine Mountain, Georgia

    WOG Pine Mountain Rally

    October 23 to 27, 2024

    Go to: https://www.wanderlodgeownersgroup.com for more info.


    The WOG Rally camping fee is around $72 daily.
    Pine Mountain has honored those prices the days before and after the official rally dates....A bunch of coaches are here the Sunday before the rally officially starts! Reserve your spot now with a deposit....and all campground fees must be paid in full by August 2024.

    You MUST call the campground directly for rally reservations, Tell them your with WOG.

    WOG Rally Fee

    If you are a member and have posted recently the rally fee is $140 per coach.
    If you are not a member or you never post the rally fee is $200.

    Rally fee payment will be required by July and is non refundable.


    Pine Mountain RV Resort

    8804 Hamilton Road, Highway 27

    Pine Mountain, GA 31822

    (706) 663-4329



    All information is believed to be correct, however, all questions concerning rally information presented on this web site should be addressed to the Rally Host.


Past events

Wednesday, March 20, 2024 Birds at the Beach
Wednesday, February 07, 2024 Bayou Blue Birds Invites You to Love Birds on the River !!
Saturday, January 13, 2024 Birds of a Feather (BoF) Annual Q Rally
Wednesday, October 18, 2023 Wanderlodge Owners Group
Monday, October 09, 2023 VINTAGE BIRDS FALL RALLY & BUSINESS MEETING
Wednesday, September 06, 2023 Bluebird's End of Summer Rally at Ludington, Michigan
Monday, June 19, 2023 FIFTH ANNUAL EVERGREEN RALLY
Wednesday, June 07, 2023 2023 Shipshewana Not So Mini Rally
Wednesday, June 07, 2023 Rolling Through The Heartland Rally
Saturday, April 01, 2023 April Foolishness Rally
Wednesday, March 22, 2023 Birds at the Beach
Wednesday, February 15, 2023 Bayou Blue Birds Invites You to Love Birds on the River !!
Monday, February 13, 2023 Lake Havasu Rally
Saturday, January 14, 2023 Birds of a Feather (BoF) Annual Q Rally
Friday, December 09, 2022 Lone Star Birds Christmas Rally
Wednesday, October 12, 2022 Wanderlodge Owners Group
Wednesday, September 07, 2022 Bluebird's End of Summer Rally at Ludington, Michigan
Wednesday, July 27, 2022 2022 Oswego Harborfest
Wednesday, June 08, 2022 2022 Shipshewana Not So Mini Rally
Thursday, June 02, 2022 Hood River Rally & Ever Green Rally Combined
Saturday, May 21, 2022 Lebanon Rally and Annual Meeting (@FMCA Rally)

All information is believed to be correct, however, all questions concerning rally information presented on this web site should be addressed to the Rally Host.

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