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2005 West Branch SP

Updated Sunday, June 26, 2005

WHEN: Friday, June 17, 2005 through Sunday, June 19, 2005
WHERE: West Branch State Park
5708 Esworthy Road
Ravenna, OH  44266-9659
(330) 296-3239
WHAT:
  • Pizza party Friday evening
  • Potluck lunch Saturday
  • Possible pontoon boating Saturday afternoon
  • See RV.NET Thread for more information
  • HOSTS: Pam Prihoda (Chemgoddess1) and Stephanie McCartney (MealsOnWheels)

    SUMMARY

    What started as a simple trip turned into a full-fledged rally afterall complete with TP, Flamingos and Giant Bunnies.

    Randy (of MealsOnWheels) began the festivities by entertaining us on the campsite maneuverablility course. We were able to physically move the boat trailer that was in his way while backing up, but the Blazer couldn't be budged. Roger and Cheryl wedged in between the Blazer and Randy's truck to assist .... that could have really left a mark!

    Friday night Chemmie and MOW supplied the group with Wedgewood Pizza. Found out on Saturday that it reheats nicely in pie irons! Food seems to be a motivator with this group . . . it earned me my Flamingos! ArroBast and his family stopped in with a bottle of wine which prompted a wine tasting event. Chemmie introduced the group to roasted Marshmallow Peeps. Yum! It was a good thing Friday was an early night as Larry, our co-founder was called out to work in the morning. Or was he just running away from the 8 foot bunny that mysteriously appeared at Steve's site the day before?

    Our plans for the pontoon boat were thrwarted by cooler temps and the threat of rain. But there was hiking, kayaking, bike riding, wading in the lake and some fishing. Normal camper stuff. And the large open field behind site #115 was the ideal spot for volleyball and croquette. Perfect spot for kids and dogs. Saturday night was the corn roast and pie iron buffet...which turned into a luau of sorts. Steve and John donned the flowered shirts, Chemmie brought out the lais and the Jimmy Buffett CD. Umbrella drinks appeared. And, the best part of the night, Roger and Cindy brought over the Neon Palm Tree! And no campfire is complete without the cooper pipe and rubber hose trick compliments of ssands.

    Michael and William, a couple of kids at the CG, claimed to know all about us and our antics from their father who followed us on the net. Apparently some TP found it's way over to their camper. (stolen quote from ssands) Roger and Cindy got a little Welcome to the Rally TP, also. TP was flying freely that night. Nothing was sacred and no one was safe. The all time TP low (or was it the high?) was when John got wrapped in TP when he fell asleep at the camp fire.

    Our group photo session was early Sunday morning, so not everyone made it. Even the bunny had to be taken out of the box and be reinflated for the event.

    MEMORABLE MOMENTS

  • Roger's helium-filled wheels
  • Roasting marshmallow peeps over the open fire
  • The unveiling of Harvey the Demented Easter Bunny
  • Realizing our notariety among fellow campers...we're legends!
  • TPing strangers
  • TPing a human while they slept
  • We're off to see the Wizard…
  • Reuban pie iron sandwiches
  • Discovering that peach pie irons can cook for over and hour without burning
  • The spontaneous Jimmy Buffett party
  • Larry's illegal parking
  • Dogs, dogs, and more dogs

  • ATTENDEES

    6 RV's in attendance

    Attendee Site # Picture          Attendee Site # Picture
    ArroBast 55          Chemgoddess1 112
    larry cad
    WANTA B RVING
    89          MealsOnWheels 115
    RogerNCindy
    CindyNRoger
    111          ssands
    Hey Sharyl
    93