Alabama BamaGanza October 15-18 2015

[SlowrideHD]

I only got on this forum a week or two ago. Just saw this thread. I live in Priceville (just east of Decatur, southwest of Huntsville). Do I need to read all 200+ posts to know what is going on, or just start at the end and work backwards? Haha

[LittlePM]

Originally Posted by SlowrideHD

I only got on this forum a week or two ago. Just saw this thread. I live in Priceville (just east of Decatur, southwest of Huntsville). Do I need to read all 200+ posts to know what is going on, or just start at the end and work backwards? Haha

A few days ago there was a cancellation, you could try calling the park to see if there is still a spot for you, otherwise the park is sold out. Hopefully you can get in.

[PHILIPHD]

Will be there early Thursday afternoon. Unfortunately I am having a hard time finding Halloween décor everybody thinking Christmas already. But will continue trying.

Phil @ Pat

[BamaBob]

Originally Posted by PHILIPHD

Will be there early Thursday afternoon. Unfortunately I am having a hard time finding Halloween décor everybody thinking Christmas already. But will continue trying.

Phil @ Pat

LOL - as organizers we are not in the comptition of course... but TBH, we started looking for halloween decorations in July!

It just kills Anne-Marie and I that holidays are pushed so hard on the consumer! We were in Sam's Club the other day shopping for the Saturday BBQ and Looks like they completely skipped Halloween and Thanksgiving...the Christmas decorations were out all OVER the store!

[Kathy.Hugh]

Originally Posted by PHILIPHD

Will be there early Thursday afternoon. Unfortunately I am having a hard time finding Halloween décor everybody thinking Christmas already. But will continue trying.

Phil @ Pat

If you have a.Party City, Dollar General, etc. they are still showing plenty of Halloween decorations, especially Party City.

[PHILIPHD]

Originally Posted by PHILIPHD

Will be there early Thursday afternoon. Unfortunately I am having a hard time finding Halloween décor everybody thinking Christmas already. But will continue trying.

Phil @ Pat

Found a unique deco item on Amazon.com. Hope it gets here on time.

[Sierra360PDEK]

Originally Posted by PHILIPHD

Will be there early Thursday afternoon. Unfortunately I am having a hard time finding Halloween décor everybody thinking Christmas already. But will continue trying.

Phil @ Pat

Check WALGREENS, we still have plenty in my store, about 30 minutes away in Jacksonville

[5er_tom]

We will be different and decorate FROGS!


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[BamaBob]

Originally Posted by 5er_tom

We will be different and decorate FROGS!


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LOL - maybe vampire fanged frogs?

[BamaBob]

We will be sending out an October BamaGanza update newsletter tomorrow but we wanted to clear up a misconception some people may have on meals at BamaGanza.

The breakfasts sponsored by Hood RV & Bankston Motorhomes on Friday and Saturday are completely FREE to all rally participants. Please feel free to come and enjoy breakfast compliments of the dealerships – there is NO obligation or cost to you!

The FROG BBQ On Saturday is another free meal provided to all Rally participants at no cost to you. Traditionally, folks gather in the afternoon and BBQ the meat provided by Forest River. This year, Forest River will be providing coleslaw, BBQ beans, potato salad, chips and a surprise dessert as well!

POT LUCK MEALS
We have 2 scheduled Pot-Luck Meals (everyone bring a dish to share with your friends):
Friday Night Dinner/Supper
Sunday Morning Breakfast

Dennis, Sandy, Anne-Marie and I hope this clears up any misconceptions folks may have had.

See you in Two Weeks!!

[BamaBob]

BamaGanza October Update

OK Folks THIS IS IT! The final update before BamaGanza ’15! Over the past week we have had a couple of late registrants to the rally – welcome to you all!

Rally Highlights

RV Displays showcasing the newest offerings from Forest River!

🚌 Bankston Motorhomes 🚌 Hood RV of Decatur, AL

Food!

• Friday Morning Pancake Breakfast sponsored by Bankston RV
• Friday Night Pot Luck Dinner (Sign-up sheet at registration)
• Saturday Morning Biscuits, Sausage, Gravy ‘N Waffles Breakfast sponsored by Hood RV
• Saturday night BBQ extravaganza sponsored by Forest River Inc. (FROG)
• Sunday Morning Pot Luck Breakfast (Sign-up sheet at registration)

Activities!

• Best decorated RV/Site. Decorate your rig with a Halloween/Harvest theme!
• Putt-Putt Golf Tournament
• “Walk the falls” tour of the park
• Pioneer Village tour and train ride
• Grill Sergeants Assembly and BBQ
• Corn Hole
• Table games and dominos nightly

Agenda and Schedule of Events

Tuesday, 13 October (Early Arrivals)

11:00 AM -1:00 PM – Early Registration at easy-up shelters between sites C5 & P5

7:00 PM – Join your friends for a campfire social between sites C5 & P5!



Wednesday, 14 October (Early Arrivals)

11:00 AM -1:00 PM – Early Registration at easy-up shelters between sites C5 & P5

Sign-up for “Flash Pot Luck” – who is interested in doing a spontaneous pot luck Wednesday night?!

7:00 PM – Join your friends for a campfire social between sites C5 & P5!



Thursday, 15 October

10:00 AM – BamaGanza Registration Opens at Campground Office

5:00 PM – Caravan leaves for No-Host dinner at Top of the River in Gadsden

7:00 PM – No-Host social and campfire at the covered pavilion



Friday, 16 October

8:00 AM – 10:00 AM Pancake Breakfast at Haney Hall Sponsored by Bankston Motorhomes

10:00 AM – 4:00 PM -- Hood RV of Decatur & Bankston Motorhome RV show – Sites P2-P4, C8, and D13-D17

10:30 - ~12:30 – Putt-Putt Golf Tournament. Meet at the course for registration at 10:30, shotgun start at 11:00. The course features a beautifully landscaped layout that takes you past cascading waterfalls, over and around streams, and around the natural rock formations found at Noccalula Falls. The course was designed to be fun for all. ($3.50 a person to participate)

2:00PM – Tour the Pioneer Village. A pioneer village has been assembled near the overlooks and footbridge at the top of the falls. It features an original 19th century covered bridge as well as a blacksmith shop, log cabin, historic school building and more (Park Admission is $6 & $4 for seniors.) Admission includes a ride on the replica C. P. Huntington train.

6:00PM – until? BamaGanza No-Host Pot Luck – bring a covered dish to the pavilion to share with your friends.

After potluck: Table Games for interested folks: Yahtzee, Farkle, Mexican Train Dominos & others – please feel free to bring your favorite game.


Saturday, 17 October

8:00 AM – 10:00 AM – Southern Style Breakfast (Biscuits n’ gravy, sausage and Waffels) at Haney Hall Sponsored by Hood RV of Decatur.

10:00 AM – 4:00 PM -- Bankston Motorhome Hood RV of Decatur RV show – Sites P2-P4, C8, and D13-D17

10:30 AM – Meet at Haney Hall for a walk to Noccalula Falls. The trail will take us by the river and behind the falls where we can see the falls from a different perspective! Caves open into the ravine and in places the historic carvings left behind by soldiers of the Civil War can still be seen.

2:00 PM – 6:00 PM – BamaGanza Grill Sergeants! Come over to the pavilion and help your friends BBQ ribs n Chicken for tonight’s feast! Bring your corn-hole boards and ladder golf for an impromptu game!

5:00 PM BBQ Dinner. Ribs, chicken, potato salad, coleslaw, BBQ Beans and chips courtesy of the Forest River Owner’s Group.

6:30 PM – until? Entertainment provided by Heaton Brothers Band (Southern-Rock & Country.)
(It is requested each rig chip in $20 to tip the band.)


Sunday, 18 October

8:00 AM – 10:00 AM Pot-Luck farewell breakfast – bring a dish to share with your friends!

9:00 AM -Discussion about BamaGanza 2016, plans for future campouts & rallies

Hugs, farewells and safe journeys for all our fellow FROGs (NO Goodbyes allowed!)


Monday, 19 October - ?? (Late Departure)

Relax and enjoy extra days camping at Noccalula Falls Park!

[dblr]

Bob, looks like a great time really wish it was not so far from us!!!!!!!

[plshilo]

WOW, Bob Sounds Great......See you in 10 wake-ups....

Phil & Linda

[BamaBob]

Originally Posted by dblr

Bob, looks like a great time really wish it was not so far from us!!!!!!!

HEY Rennie -- it's only a "few" hours further than Mayberry

Also, one of our RV dealers is busting it to get a Riverstone display unit at the Rally! You KNOW you want to see one

[LittlePM]

The weather looks perfect for a weekend campout. We will bring some wood for the camp fire

[Ramblin Recks]

Bob, Thanks for the agenda, we can't wait to get there!

[dblr]

Originally Posted by BamaBob

HEY Rennie -- it's only a "few" hours further than Mayberry

Also, one of our RV dealers is busting it to get a Riverstone display unit at the Rally! You KNOW you want to see one

Hey Bob I am game but somebody who wishes to remain nameless ( Beth) still works so camping local so she can also.

Guess what???? I got to see the River Stone plus visit the factory already, now let's hope they get one so YOU can see it

Have a great rally!!!!!!!!

[BamaBob]

Originally Posted by dblr

Hey Bob I am game but somebody who wishes to remain nameless ( Beth) still works so camping local so she can also.

Guess what???? I got to see the River Stone plus visit the factory already, now let's hope they get one so YOU can see it

Have a great rally!!!!!!!!

ACK! You lucky dog! So what did you think? Is it gonna replace your Cedar Creek?!

[BamaBob]

Originally Posted by Ramblin Recks

Bob, Thanks for the agenda, we can't wait to get there!

Looking forward to seeing y'all as well!! The rally is gonna be a blast!

Originally Posted by LittlePM

The weather looks perfect for a weekend campout. We will bring some wood for the camp fire

GREAT Idea!! The long range weather forecast says sunny, with daytime temps in the 70's and nighttime temps in the 50's - PERFECT Campfire weather!!


I spoke with Donna at the Campground today and the whole staff is SUPER excited about BamaGanza, and can't wait for the rally to begin!

Anne-Marie and I will be on site by noon this Sunday so if anyone wants to jump the gun and come a day or two earlier, come on down!

Campground Update:

As of today we have SOLD OUT THE CAMPGROUND!


Donna said there are 1 maybe 2 water/electric sites left, but all Full Hookup sites are booked! There is a central dump station, so if you are reading this and thinking you may want to attend, give the Noccalula Falls Campground at: 256-543-7412 and tell them you are with the FROG Rally!

[fella10]

Bob, we're able to get away sooner than first thought, so this morning also talked to Donna and she said they're having an "old tractor" event Fri. and Sat. at the campground,.......now, Lord willing, we'll be arriving on Fri. 9th - leaving 21st......
looking forward to our very first FROG rally and anxious to meet other frogs