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The opinions expressed in this publication are those of the authors and do not necessarily reflect the viewpoints of Teton Club International or any of its officers.
Any technical advice is not intended to substitute for the advice of a professional mechanic or authorized RV service technician and TCI accepts no liability.
The newsletter is published quarterly in February, May, August, and November. Deadline for articles is the 20th of the month preceding publication. All let-ters, articles, art, and photographs are subject to editing, alteration, or may be condensed.
Please mail or email all articles to: Tom Wilby, TCI Editor 428 Childers St PMB 22565 Pensacola, FL 32534 Email: [email protected] Phone: (386) 561-0958
President’s Message..………….…..1
Your TCI Officers……………....………2
Sunshine Corner.……….……………..3
Past President’s Message…....…..3
TCI Business Meeting Report..…..4
TCI Rally Highlights.…..…….…..…5-7
Technical Article…..……….………... 7
Rally Registrations……………….8-11
Welcome New Members……......13
Announcements.…….………...12-13
Dues Forms………...…………...…...14
TCI New Member Form……………15
A PUBLICATION OF TETON CLUB INTERNATIONAL * VOLUME 23: NO 4 * November 2012
A Message from the President
A ll indications are that our club’s future is once again secure. We have a full slate of officers, the consoli-dation of the Northeast and Southeast regions into
one East Region has been completed and Laura Schrock #1407 has stepped forward to serve as Newsletter Editor. Thanks to Tom Wilby #1450 for the years of service he has given as the Newsletter Editor and his willingness to help
Laura transition into her new position. We also owe a debt of gratitude to our outgoing President, Walt Sullivan, for guiding the club through these transi-tions.
The 2012 Rally at Willow Tree RV Resort in Longs, SC was rated a big suc-cess. Nancy’s and my gratitude goes out to all who attended and worked so hard to make everything happen. There were 15 rigs and a cabin occupancy, which gave us a total of 31 attendees. The RV Resort itself is awesome and Manager Tammy Watson and her staff bent over backwards to ensure that we enjoyed their facility and had everything we needed. Each day started with a grand gathering and fellowship among friends. Isn’t that what the Te-ton Club is all about?
As we go forward I, too, hope to be able to continue to strengthen the club. The economy has given us a knock for sure. Diesel at $4+ a gallon limits travel and suppresses attendance at club events, however, I would like to encourage all who can to continue to be active in the club’s events. The Rocky Mountains may divide the continent, but they should not divide the club. The 2013 Rally Master, Lavern Thomas #1213, has a bang-up event planned for her rally next year, and Carole Gilfedder # 64 has already started work on the club’s 25th “Reunion Rally” where she aspires to bring together “old timers” who no longer travel to mingle again with the current member-ship. Carole has asked for everyone’s support to help locate all former Teton-ers, so if you know of any former members, please pass Carole their address.
And so, as we enter another exciting club year, let me wish you all safe travels and I hope we meet on the trail soon.
Regards, Pete Greig #789, President, TCI
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TCI International 2012-2013 Officers President……………………….…...……..Peter & Nancy Greig #789
1st Vice President……………...……...LaVerne Thomas #1213
2nd Vice President………………...…..Carole Gilfedder #64
3rd Vice President……………...…….. Dennis Inman #1184
4th Vice President……………...…….. Bob Clark #1313
Secretary/Treasurer……………...…...Stephanie Engel #316
East Region 2012-2013 Officers Co-President ................................... Ervin Schrock #1407
Co-President ................................... Dennis Inman #1184
1st Co-Vice President ..................... Donald & Sylvia Wright #1013
1st Co-Vice President ..................... Jerry & Dori Gardner #1150
2nd Vice President ......................... Franz & Helen Petersen #1567
3th Vice President…………….……..…Jeff & Stephanie Engel #316
Secretary/Treasurer ....................... Sylvia Wright #1013
Historian ......................................... Sue Elliott #1466
Sunshine Committee
Chairperson……………………………...………Karen Cole #1504
Newsletter Editor
Chairperson……………………………...……...Tom Wilby #1450
Webmaster
Chairperson……………………………...…Jeff & Stephanie Engel #316
Southwest Region 2012-2013 Officers
President………………...Walt & Ardeth Rice #1553
1st VP…………………..…Chuck & Norma Kearns #1568
2nd VP………………..…..Pete & Bobbie Stifle #1428
3nd VP………………..…..Vacant
Secy/Treas………..…....Karen Cole #1504
Historian………….………Sharon Grooms #1213
Northwest Region 2012-2013 Officers President ........................................ Dennis & Jacki Dunne #1287
1st Vice President .......................... TBA
2nd Vice President……………………………Gary & Margaret Wood #1615
Secretary/Treasurer ........................ Larry Hall #912
Historian…………………………………….Sharon Grooms #1213
By-Laws Committee
Chairperson ………………………..…...…..…N/A
NE……………………………………..…………....N/A
NW………………………………….…….......…...N/A
SE……………………………...……..……….…….N/A
SW…………………………………..…...….……...N/A
Membership Committee
Chairperson ………...……………….………...N/A
NE……………………………………...…………...N/A
NW…………………………………………...……..N/A
SE……………………………………………..…....N/A
SW…………………………………….…….……...N/A
Historian
Chairperson……………………………...…Vacant
2013 Rally Calendar
TCI East Region Rally: Branson Stagecoach RV Park, Branson, MO April 28–May 2, 2013
TCI SW Region Rally: Dakota Ridge RV Park, Golden, CO August 5– August 12, 2013
TCI NW Region Rally: TBA TBA
TCI International Rally: Emerald Desert RV Resort, Palm Desert, CA November 8-14, 2013
TCI Club Officers
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Past President’s Message
Well, Here We Are At The TCI International Rally...Where Are You?
F or those who attended we had a great time and as always a learning experience. This is the close of my term as President and I’m Passing the Baton to Peter Greig #789. Your 2013 President will lead us forward with his large smiles, jokes and character references which
we all need in this depressed economy. Welcome Peter Grieg #789 and thanks for doing the task ahead of you.
This year's TCI Rally left us with the wants and needs to rally forward into the future. As membership declines and our wishes inclines, take the time to invite a Tetoner to rejoin and reinforce this group of your family of friends. I wished that I could have taken all the e-mails and suggestions I received in 2012 from this group and made those wishes come true. And my wish for 2013 is that those that keep suggesting step forward and help improve and support your membership.
Forks RV was unable to attend this Rally through missed communications on our part . Many Tetoners received information and generous gifts and door prizes were provided from Forks RV. Thank you Jay Troyer for Forks RV support. Forks RV Manu-facture is showing they want to help support this group. Out of that someone will buy one of the finest fifth wheels being built today.
We have only opened the door to Forks RV Manufacture in a small way. Maybe in the future Forks RV and Tetoners can be-come closer in our Family Of Friends circle.
Gosh as I was writing and rewriting this short exit note, Tetoners have stepped up! As we leave your 2012 Rally all office posi-tions are filled! “Hear say” we have future offices that Tetoners will want to step up and fill . Thanks Tetoners.
“YOU CAN REJOIN IF YOU NO LONGER HAVE A TETON"
Previous Teton owners who have purchased a different rig can and do rejoin. Become one who helps continue this Club.
For fear of missing many names I will only say thank you to all Tetoners for reaching out and helping me through this season.
Thank you.
Walt Sullivan #1286, Past President 2012
Sunshine Corner
G et Well cards were sent to Ina Ebert #950 and Jacquita and Bill Davis #831, and
“Thinking of You” cards went to TCI friends Cel and Doyle Elkins and Julie and Allen Terrell.
I also sent a few email messages to follow up on earlier illnesses.
PLEASE don't forget to let me know if you know of anyone who is hurting in some way. I can be reached at [email protected] or 925-708-3655.
Karen Cole #1504
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TCI Business Meeting Summary
T he business meeting at Willow Tree Resort was called to order by TCI president, Walt Sullivan #1286.
Minutes, an audit report, and the treasurer’s report were all presented and approved.
Dennis Inman #1184 was elected 3rd VP. He will tentatively hold his rally in Elkhart, Indiana in 2015.
Bob Clark #1313 was elected 4th VP. With the assistance of the Godwins #835, their rally will be held in 2016.
Stephanie Engel #316 was elected Secretary/Treasurer. Several people ran for the position and were thanked by everyone at the rally for stepping up to help.
Laura Schrock #1407 agreed to take over the club’s newsletter, after transition help from Editor, Tom Wilby #1450. The Board and membership spoke highly of Tom’s excellent newsletters, and extended their appreciation for a job well done.
By-Laws and Amendment Changes were made:
Article I-2 (Membership) was changed to be consistent with a by-law change made two years ago. It now reads, “The TCI, Hereafter called “club,” shall be a non-profit organization made up of private owners of approved recreational vehicles, paying annual dues to the International Organization.”
Article I-7 (Membership) was changed to read, “Anyone that is current on the payment of dues shall have the right to vote at the International business meeting.”
Article V (Elected Officers) was changed to add additional confidentiality to member information. It now reads, “The Interna-tional Secretary/Treasurer shall control the money assets; shall cause a fiscal year-end report to be published in the first newsletter of the new fiscal year, showing the balance of all accounts; shall provide for an annual audit of the books prior to the annual business meeting; keep and maintain a confidential data base of past and current members; and should attend all International rallies.”
Article VIII-3 (Definitions) was changed to include the TCI Board in major appointments. It now reads, “APPOINTED OFFI-CERS: Non-voting, shall mean the Newsletter Editor and Webmaster. These positions shall be appointed by a majority vote of the Board. Committee Chairs as appointed by the President.”
Article VIII-3a (Definitions) was added. It reads, “Webmaster: The webmaster must request permission of the Board to move ‘tetoners.org’ from the current web hosting provider to another. This requires a majority vote of the Board.”
George Hooper #454
Teton Tillie’s Tips
S o, you’re checking out a camping site to see if it suits your needs and you want to know if your satellite dish has a clear view of the satellite. SatFinder (Satellite Finder) is a smart phone app which will help you to set up your satellite dish.
Access the app, hit the camera icon, and point your phone to the sky. When the crosshairs and circle match up, you’ll know you have a clear view of your satellite. The app also has a built-in compass which will help you find proper satellite azimuth and can use augmented reality to show where the satellite is on camera view.
The satellite list is complete and includes all television satellites, so the app should work worldwide.
Just go to the Google Play Store and download this FREE app. Apple ITunes also has similar apps.
Submit your Teton Tillie Tip to Tom Wilby #1450 at [email protected]
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The One Show at Myrtle Beach Alabama Theatre
F riday night’s TCI adventure began with a caravan to the Myrtle Beach Alabama Theatre to see a presentation of “The One Show.” The theatre and production have been voted the num-
ber one live entertainment production by Myrtle Beach visitors and locals. This new Myrtle Beach show combined extraordinary talent, great production numbers, computer-driven lighting/visual effects, and plenty of costume changes--an outstanding variety production.
Many of the Tetoners felt that the best part of the show was the comedian. He did a great job and really had the audience laughing as the set was changed and the cast prepared for the next song. The dance numbers were fast-paced, the comedy was side-splitting, and feet-stomping music had the whole audience wanting more.
George Hooper #454
2013 TCI Rally Highlights
Cross Stitching with Kay
B less her heart.....once again Kay Hooper #454 offered to teach a cross stitch class which she has been graciously doing at the international rallys for as long as I can remember. There were seven of us that attended the class and as always, Kay had such patience with
us all. I don’t think that any of us actually finished the Christmas decoration but we sure had a great time visiting and catching up on what’s been happening for the past year. Thanks Kay for a fun afternoon and I’ll be looking forward to it again when I see you in 2014.
Sherry Cox #892
The USS North Carolina Battleship
T he USS North Carolina Battleship is one of five ships named North Carolina. The first ship was Ship of the Line; it was in operation from 1821 to 1867.
The second one was the Confederate Ironclad; it was in operation from 1863 to 1864. The third one was the Armored Cruiser; it was in operation from 1908 to 1921. The USS North Carolina Battleship was the fourth one; it was in operation 1941 to 1947. This is the one we toured. It is 728ft 8 5/8 inches long.
They definitely used every inch. The sleeping bunks were stacked 5 high. The galley was huge, of course they were feeding about 2,300 crew members. They even had potato peeling machines. They could carry 120 days of food.
All the guns on the deck were really amazing. The smaller ones could shoot 6,000 feet. Not sure how far the big guns could shoot. The deck even carried two airplanes. Climbing the ladders for all nine levels was very interesting. No wonder the sailors were thin. The noise level on the ship must have been unreal. No wonder most of the guys are deaf now.
If you are ever in the area, you should try and visit it.
The fifth and last is an Attack Sub, started operation in 2008 and is still in operation.
Laura Schrock #1407
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A Trip to Brookgreen Gardens
T he trip to Brookgreen Gardens was wonderful. The weather was beautiful and we had a great time. First thing we noticed as we were on our way to the pontoon ride was a funny looking squirrel that none of us had ever seen before. It was fairly large, and had a long nose, white face, and black around its head and
eyes, along with rings around its tail. Since we didn’t know what kind of squirrel it was, our Rally Master Pete Greig #789 gave it the name of Black Masked Ringtail Squirrel. Well, we thought that was a pretty good name until Pete asked one of the workers in the garden what it was. Turns out it is a Southern Fox Squirrel. So, we all learned something!
We went to the dock for the pontoon ride up a tributary of the Waccamaw River. It went past the areas that were once acres and acres of rice plantations, worked by slave labor. It was fascinating to learn how the land was cleared, dikes and irrigation sys-tems laid, and the rice planted and cultivated. I was surprised to know it was such a huge cash crop as I had always believed that cotton was the big crop all over the South. Now that the land is no longer used for growing rice, it has become overgrown, proba-bly much as it was before it was first cleared. As we cruised along, we got to see a very large alligator lying in an open space in the grass. It must have been at least 12 feet long! The water
was covered with a water plant called a water hyacinth. It was pretty, but is an invasive species that is not native to South Carolina, having been brought in from South America. Like the kudzu from China right?
We enjoyed our day and we have en-joyed the rally here in Longs, SC.
Diana Owen #1546
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Zumba Gold
B right and early at 10 AM, for some, several ladies would show up with their workout clothes and shoes to dance to the wild and crazy music of ZUMBA GOLD. Judy Godwin #835 led these ladies in the newest fad of dancing and exercise. There were at least 4-6 ladies at each class which lasted 30-45 minutes each. No
complaints of pulled muscles, strains, sprains were heard the following mornings. Judy was only able to hold three classes secondary to falling ill with a bad cold and sinus congestion. Her husband was heard saying that she may have to be "put down" and she was sorry she was unable to lead more classes.
Judy Godwin #835
PVC Clothesline
M y wife enjoys hanging clothes outside to dry, so I was sitting in my "man cave" (garage) and came up with this idea for her to hang clothes outside. Here is a list of the components and one may want to modify or change as needed. Also, some pictures to get an idea of how it works. One should be able to hang at least 20 shirts on this.
Materials:
10 foot x 3/4 inch schedule 40 PVC pipe 4- 90 degree 3/4 inch elbows 2- caps
Cut the PVC as following:
2- 4 foot sections 1- 13 1/2 inch piece USE HORIZONTALLY 1- 3 inch piece USE VERTICALLY 1- 3 1/2 inch piece USE VERTICALLY One four foot section will act as a vertical support on the end of the other 4 foot section. The horizontal 4 foot section should have holes drilled into it or notches so that hangers can be used. I did not cement all sections so that I can fold it up for storage. One cap is used on the 3 inch piece, the other cap on the base of the vertical support.
Assembly as follows:
3 inch piece with cap and 90 degree elbow. 13 1/2 inch piece into above elbow with another elbow on the other end. 3 1/2 inch piece into above elbow with another elbow on the other end. 48 inch piece with holes in it for hanging and elbow on end to accept the support. David Godwin #835 [email protected]
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Branson Stagecoach RV Park April 28-May2, 2013 5751 State Hwy 165
Branson, MO 800-446-7110
TCI East Region Rally 2013 Rally Includes:
5 Nights Full Hookups
2 Dinners Including “Chili Dump”
1 Full Breakfast
Showboat Cruise, Lunch & Show
Wine Class Tour
Castle Tour or Titanic
Homemade Ice Cream Social
NAME: Last _______________________________ First ____________________ Spouse /Companion____________________________
Address _____________________________________________________________________ Email ___________________________
City _____________________________ State ____________________ ZIP _____________________ TCI Number ________________
Number of Adults ______________ Guests ________________ Telephone ________________________________________________
RV Make/Model:___________________ Length of RV: _____________ Toad:___________ Hauler/Length:________________
Do you require anything special due to health or other concerns? ________________________________________________________
COST: $520 PER RIG (2 PEOPLE) $320 PER RIG (1 PERSON) $200 EXTRA PERSON (IN YOUR RIG) AMOUNT ENCLOSED: ________.
IF THIS IS YOUR FIRST TCI RALLY, you will probably need club rally badges. If you do, attach a note showing names as you would like them to appear on each badge. Include the state you want on your badge. If we have enough lead-time, you will receive your free badge(s) when you arrive at the rally.
ALL PARTICIPANTS MUST SIGN THE FOLLOWING:
The undersigned hereby releases and agrees to indemnify and hold harmless, Teton Club International and regional officers, of any and all liabilities, claims, losses, damages, injuries and reasonable attorney fees which may rise as a result from, or relate to this rally; or the negligence, omissions or lack of care of its officers during the time period specified above. Cancellation in accordance with TCI by-laws.
Signature: _____________________________________ Date: _________ Signature: _____________________________________ Date: _________
Questions? Contact: Rally Hosts
Don & Sylvia Wright #1013 [email protected]
913-339-8869 C 913-262-9676 H
Make Checks Payable to:
TCI East Region C/O Sylvia Wright #1013 7239 Lowell Dr Overland Park, KS 66204
Payment In Full Due By March 1, 2013
Directions: From junction of Hwy 65 & 165 (Hollister Exit), turn west on Hwy 165. Go Approx. 6 miles to Stagecoach RV Park on your right.
Early arrivals/Late stays are welcome. Mention Teton Rally and rate will be $22 per night. Contact RV Park direct: 800-446-7220
LIMITED NUMBER OF RIGS: FIRST COME FIRST ACCEPTED.
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Dakota Ridge RV Park 17800 W Colfax Ave Golden, CO 80401
303-279-1625 800-398-1625 [email protected] www.dakotaridgerv.com August 5th—12th, 2013
TCI SW Region Rally 2013 Rally Includes: 7 Nights Full Hook-Ups
Bus Ride To Denver Mint, Molly Brown House & Lodo
5 Breakfasts (1 Potluck, 4 Continental)
4 Dinners (1 Potluck, Pizza, Mexican & Chicken)
Ice Cream Social
Tour Of Coors Brewery
Casino Night—Blackhawk
NAME: Last _______________________________ First ____________________ Spouse /Companion____________________________
Address _____________________________________________________________________ Email ___________________________
City _____________________________ State ____________________ ZIP _____________________ TCI Number ________________
Number of Adults ______________ Guests ________________ Telephone ________________________________________________
RV Make/Model:___________________ Length of RV: _____________ Toad:___________ Hauler/Length:________________
Do you require anything special due to health or other concerns? ________________________________________________________
COST: $455 PER RIG (2 PEOPLE) $395 PER RIG (1 PERSON) $100 EXTRA PERSON (IN YOUR RIG) AMOUNT ENCLOSED: ________. IF THIS IS YOUR FIRST TCI RALLY, you will probably need club rally badges. If you do, attach a note showing names as you would like them to appear on each badge. Include the state you want on your badge. If we have enough lead-time, you will receive your free badge(s) when you arrive at the rally.
ALL PARTICIPANTS MUST SIGN THE FOLLOWING:
The undersigned hereby releases and agrees to indemnify and hold harmless, Teton Club International and regional officers of any and all liabilities, claims, losses, damages, injuries and reasonable attorney fees which may rise as a result from, or relate to this rally; or the negligence, omissions or lack of care of its officers during the time period specified above. Cancellation in accordance with TCI by-laws.
Signature: _____________________________________ Date: _________ Signature: _____________________________________ Date: _________
Questions? Contact: Rally Hosts
Chuck & Norma Kernes #1568 [email protected]
720-412-2341 480-398-5885
Make Checks Payable to:
TCI SW Region
Mail To: Karen Cole #1504 230 Rainbow Dr #13031 Livingston, TX 77399
Payment In Full Due By June 1, 2013
Directions: From I-25 & US Hwy 6, go west to slight left onto
US Hwy 40, go west on US Hwy 40 (Colfax Ave) to Dakota Ridge RV Park on your left. For further assistance, call Chuck Kernes #1568.
Early arrivals and or late stays welcome. Call Ann at 800-398-1625, 90 days prior to rally with days & dollars. Rally rate is
$47.97 per night.
Area Attractions Red Rocks Amphitheater
City Of Golden
Bronco Football Pre-Season
Colorado Rockies MLB at Coors Field
FOR SOUTHWEST MEMBERS, PAST & CURRENT AS OF 6/1/2012. The first 20 registrations received, based on postmark, will receive a $150.00 fuel discount. SW members should submit the standard charge stated above less the $150.00. If you are not in the first 20, you will be notified to submit an additional $150.00.
2013 TCI RALLY
“REACH OUT TO THE STARS”
Emerald Desert Resort Palm Desert, California
Nov. 8 (Fri.) – Nov. 14 (Thurs.)
Resort Amenities: 2 pools/spas; driving range/putting greens; billiards; tennis courts; horse
shoes; bocce ball field; pet friendly doggy run. Optional massage therapy; RV washing/waxing.
Rally Includes: 7 nights; paved sites; surrounding grass/landscaping; WiFi included
Fabulous “Palm Springs Follies” at the historic Plaza Theater (bus included)
2 dinners (one includes on-site dinner theater); 1 BBQ picnic
1 full and 5 continental breakfasts Optional Tour:
NASA’S Jet Propulsion Lab, Pasadena, Ca. (bus; full day; 2-1/2 hr. tour; stairs and considerable walking; prior notice for assistance) Spacecraft assembly facility; flight ops.. etc.; Gov. I.D. reqd., e.g., driver’s license/passport.
Optional Area Pleasures:
El Paseo (trendsetting fashion/dining/art walk); Palm Springs Celebrity Tours; Palm Springs Tramway; Cabot’s Pueblo Museum; Cabazon outlets; casinos; hot mineral baths (Desert Hot Springs); windmill tours (alternate energy); Joshua Tree National Park; amateur astronomers and more. (Note: Consider an extended SW stay for the Quartzsite, Az. RV, Car, Craft Shows)
Information: contact LaVerne Thomas (818) 843-7379 or [email protected]
(10/15/12)
“REACH OUT TO THE STARS”
2013 TCI Rally Registration November 8 – 14, 2013
Emerald Desert Resort 76000 Frank Sinatra Drive
Palm Desert, CA 92211
(877) 624-4140
www.emeralddesert.com
GPS: Lat 33.772917; Lon -116.338493 Directions: CA Interstate 10, take exit #134, Cook Street. Turn south on Cook, turn left Frank Sinatra Drive. Pass Gerald Ford Drive and move left. Turn left on El Dorado Drive and into resort.
Reservation Options: □ $675 per rig (2 people) □ $195 additional person □ $520 per rig (1 person)
□ $5 per day (overnight guest)
□ $2 per day use guest □ $2 per day per doggy □ $45 JPL Tour (per person)
Contact Resort: $50 night RV, 3 days before/after --- Villas also Available
DEADLINES: ….TCI Reservations July 1…. Full Payment August 1 Mail Registration with payment payable to:
Teton Club International 3700 S. Westport Ave. #2590 Sioux Falls, SD 57108-6390
TCI Number ___________ Arrival Date _____________ Departure Date _________________
Participants Last Name: ________________________ First: _______________ /___________________
Mailing Address: _________________________________City____ ______________ St ___ Zip_______
Tel (c) ________________ (other) ___________________ Email _________________________________
Guest: ___________________________________ Health/Allergy Concerns _______________________
Number of: Members _____ Guests ____ Doggies ______ RV Make: ________________________
Length of: RV ___________ Toad ________ Hauler: ___________ Overall/Total: ______________
This will be our (enter number) ________ International Rally. If this is your first rally, you will need a rally
badge. Please attach a note with names (as you would like them printed) including state you wish to show.
NOTICE - TCI Rally badges should be worn to all events.
ALL PARTICIPANTS MUST SIGN THE FOLLOWING: The undersigned hereby releases and agrees to indemnify and hold harmless Teton Club International Club officers of any and all liabilities, claims, losses, damages, injuries and reasonable attorney fees which may rise as a result from, or relate to this rally; or the
negligence, omissions or lack of care of its officers during the time period specified above. Cancellation Notice RECEIVED After July 31, 2013 Will Reduce Amount of Refund accordingly.
Members Signature (s): _______________________/_____________________________ Date: ____________
Guest(s) Signature: _______________________________________________________ Date: _____________
Information, contact LaVerne Thomas (818) 843-7379 or [email protected] (10/15/12)
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A n n o u n c e m e n t s
NEWEST TETON AVAILABLE!
2008 Royal Reliance 44 ft. A full-timers dream with twin beds and all the extras.
Asking $166,000, Or Best Reasonable Offer.
Contact Darrell Korman #1556 for price and pictures. 760-989-1767 or [email protected]
1996 FL70 FREIGHTLINER WESTERN FLYER 3 door cab on air. Cummins 300 Boosted to 330 H.P & Allison automatic. 130,000 miles, airbrakes, and dryer, air horn, rear axle on air. Mountain Master air hitch. Pac Brake. Alcoa 22.5 aluminum wheels and 6 new 255 80R 22.5 Michelin tires. Near new Radio, speakers, and 6 CD MP3 player. 2 new no maintenance batteries. New backup Camera. New brake control for 5th wheel or trailer. 1 75 gallon diesel tank and 2 air tanks, one is a reserve tank. Serviced recently with Amsoil Synthetic in engine transmission & rear end. 2 Tall smoke stacks. Back seat rolls into a bed. Electric windows and locks with remote control for locks.
Price: $35,000 CONTACT: DON PEACHEY Phone: 661-305-3500 or [email protected]
1999 40’ TETON LAS VEGAS / 1995 WESTERN FLYER FREIGHTLINER FL70 1999 Teton Las Vegas 40 ft, front living room, non-smoking, no children. 4 solar panels & 3000 watt Inverter, 10 batteries, 2 A/Cs, generator prepped with two 40 lb propane tanks. Whirlpool washer & dryer. Side-by-side all electric Whirlpool residential refrigerator. Custom Corian countertops, ceramic tile floors in kitchen & bath area. Queen size bed w/Select Comfort mattress & large under bed storage. New rubber membrane roof. HWH Hydraulic Leveling System & Mor-Ryde independent suspension System. 425 cubic foot basement storage. 1995 Western Flyer FL 70 Freightliner Cummins Diesel, 8.3 liter, 275hp. Automatic Allison 6 speed transmission. All leather interior, Front & rear A/C. Sofa-bed, refrigerator, TV w/VCR. Hydraulic Air Brakes & Pac Brake Exhaust system. Mountain Master Air Ride 5th Wheel Hitch. 30amp Land Line with 25’ cable. Has low mileage of 136,000.
$68,000 for both Freightliner and 5th Wheel or $35,000 for Teton 5th Wheel only. Will not sell Freightliner prior to 5th wheel.
Call Fred Riedel #830 at 740-403-3388.
2005 CUSTOM 39’ TETON GRAND FRONTIER $54,500
This unit was built to our specifications: Chassis: Three 8000lb. axles with Mor/ryde Independent Suspension and hydraulic disc brakes with “G” rated tires. We also added a skid roller. Heating & Cooling: Two 34,00 BTU furnaces. Two 15,000 BTU air conditioners/heat pumps. 3 Fantastic Fans. Electrical: Generator prep with 50Amp service located at the front and rear of 5th wheel with a transfer switch. Whole house surge protector. Hughes 50 amp Autoformer. A 2500watt Prosine inverter with 4- 12 volt batteries 3- 120 watt solar panels. 4 dedicated 20 amp outlets, located in the entertainment area , the computer area, kitchen, and in the bay, all of which can be run from the inverter/solar panels. Interior: Custom oak wood throughout, including headboard, custom cabinet above bed, solid oak around all slides and window valances. GE Spacemaker washer and a separate GE Spacemaker dryer, an Amana Radarage convection/microwave oven, an Amana stove range with oven. Two pan-tries with slideout adjustable shelves, solid surface counter with flip extension in kitchen. Tile floor in bathroom and kitchen area. Sealand china toilet. This is a non-smoking, no pet unit that has been lived in at -20 degrees with no problems.
Contact Rick McHugh #401: [email protected]
FOR SALE
2004 Liberty Experience 36’. Great condition. King bed, washer/dryer, solar panels, gas and microwave convection ovens, $36,000
2004 Dodge 3500 dually diesel, Quad cab, AM/FM CD, run-ning boards, Pac Brake only 59000 miles, $20,000
Dennis and Jacki Dunne #1287 208-343-4717
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Welcome New Members NEW MEMBERS
Mark & Gail Hamilton TCI#1629 3435 Cambridge Rd Cameron Park, CA 95682 916-966-8099 [email protected] Vern & Christine Penner TCI#1630 PO Box 5055 Kalispell, MT 59903 406-250-8860 [email protected]
REJOIN
Jim & Debbie Gentile TCI#1614 4709 Bernadette Ave Bellevue, NE 68157 402-516-8535 [email protected] Carl & Tanya Strozewski TCI#1265 PO Box 1155 Bozeman, MT 59771 406-252-1496 [email protected]
Submit Articles The newsletter is published quarterly in February, May, August, and November. Deadline for articles is the 20th of the month preceding publication. All letters, articles, art, and photographs are subject to editing, alteration, or may be condensed.
Please email all articles to: Tom Wilby #1450, Editor [email protected]
SW Region December Luncheon Notice to all TCI Members. The SW Region will have our annual holiday luncheon at the Pala Casino once again this year. The date is the fifth of December and the time would be 12:30 PM. The Casino is located at 11154 Highway 76 in Pala, Ca. 92059. Please notify John and Sharon Ess #900 at 760-310-8923 if you plan to attend.
East Region Luncheon In Florida The East Region will hold a winter luncheon get together at Homer's Buffet in Sebring, FL on Thursday, Jan 17th at 2:00 PM.
Homer’s is just off Route 27 which runs through the city. The restaurant is on the east side of the highway, across the road from Wal-Mart in Sebring. If you are bringing your hauler, there is plenty of parking in the supermarket parking lot alongside the restaurant.
Contact Gary Lonstein #975 anytime at [email protected] or call him at home in Sebring anytime. The number is 863-386-0963. His cell is 914-799-0137. It is important to give him a heads up even if you think you MAY make it, as the size of the room depends on the number of people attending.
GARY LONSTEIN #975
HISTORIAN WANTED
TCI is in dire need of a club Historian. We have not had a Historian for the last three years. Members that might be interested please contact club president Peter Greig #789 at 803-840-1956 or [email protected]
Editorial Philosophy
W e are a Family of Friends, dedicated to the promotion and enjoyment of our Teton RVs and the camaraderie of our members. Reflecting this, the newsletter is looking for positive and upbeat articles that we would be proud to share with anyone, including our children. There will be no profanity or “off-color” articles in the newsletter. Anything that needs to be said can be said in an
adult manner. We do not discriminate against any person, RV or truck.
While we encourage technical articles that point out problems and offer solutions, we will not print negative articles that directly attack TCI, its Members, or Teton Homes.
The newsletter accepts no advertising but will print notices of sale for a club member's Teton trailer and/or tow vehicle. Following TCI Board guidelines, sale notices will be brief, including member name and TCI number; vehicle/trailer make, model and age; a few descrip-tive words, and the member’s phone number and/or address. Tom Wilby, Editor
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LAST NAME ____________________ FIRST _________________ SPOUSE /COMPANION ____________
ADDRESS __________________________________________________________________________
CITY __________________________________ STATE/PROVINCE ____________ ZIP ______________
TCI NUMBER _________ TELEPHONE _________________ EMAIL ____________________________
TETON MODEL/RV/YEAR _____________ REGION JOINING _______________ AMOUNT ENCLOSED ______
MAKE CHECK PAYABLE TO: ____________REGION TCI U.S. FUNDS (Example: Southwest Region TCI)
MAIL TO:
Regional Club Membership Dues Please fill out the membership dues form below, and send your check for $10.00 (US funds) to the Treasurer for the Region you are joining. Duplicate the form, or include the information below on a sheet of paper, for more than one Region. [ Revision: July 2012 ]
[ REVISION: NOV 2012 ] LAST NAME ____________________ FIRST _________________ SPOUSE /COMPANION ___________
ADDRESS _________________________________________________________________________
CITY ____________________________________________ STATE __________ ZIP ____________
TCI NUMBER _________ TELEPHONE _________________ EMAIL ___________________________
TRAILER/RV MODEL, YEAR ____________________ TRUCK MAKE & YEAR _______________________
PLEASE CIRCLE ANY/ALL REGIONAL TCI CLUBS YOU ARE JOINING (or re-joining): E NW SW
MAKE OUT YOUR $25.00 (US FUNDS) DUES CHECK TO: TETON CLUB INTERNATIONAL, AND MAIL TO:
Check here if this address is different from your mailing label or
other TCI information and you wish to have it changed.
20__ TCI International
East Region: Sylvia Wright #1013 Sec/Treas.
7239 Lowell Dr
Overland Park, KS 66204
Northwest Region: Larry Hall #912 Sec/Treas
PO Box 20185
Keizer, OR 97307
Southwest Region: Karen Cole #1504 Sec/Treas
230 Rainbow Dr. PMB 13301
Livingston, TX 77399-2013
TCI, Sec./Treas. 3700 S. Westport Ave #2590 Sioux Falls, SD 57106-6360 [email protected]
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Camaraderie with other Teton owners who also love RVing
Four newsletters a year with Teton related information
Three regional club rallies each year
Our annual Teton Club International Rally
An active Teton club email network and Tetoners.org website
PLUS. . . Two sets of TCI club logos and member numbers for your RV.
Also, rally name badges with member name and number, when you attend your first rally.
LAST NAME ______________________ FIRST _____________________ SPOUSE/COMPANION __________________
ADDRESS ____________________________________________________ EMAIL ____________________________
CITY ___________________________ STATE _________ ZIP _______________ PHONE _______________________
TETON 5TH WHEEL MODEL/SIZE ______________________________________ TOW VEHICLE ____________________________
NAMES AS YOU WANT THEM TO APPEAR ON YOUR TCI CLUB BADGES: YOU: _____________________________________________________
SPOUSE/COMPANION BADGE NAME: ______________________________ STATE YOU WANT ON BADGES: ________________________
MAKE OUT YOUR $25.00 DUES CHECK (US FUNDS PLEASE) TO: TCI CLUB INTERNATIONAL . MAIL TO: TCI Secretary/Treasurer 3700 S. Westport Ave. #2590
INTRODUCED BY : ________________________________________ Sioux Falls, SD 57106-6360
You are invited you to join The Teton Club International, a club dedicated to
helping fellow owners enjoy their Teton RVs to the fullest. You have purchased the finest 5th wheel RV in
America. Now join the finest RV club in America!
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NEW MEMBER REGISTRATION FORM
“A FAMILY OF FRIENDS”
Hello, Teton Owner! Former Teton Owners Are Welcome To Rejoin TCI
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Tom Wilby TCI Editor C/O TCI 3700 S. Westport Ave. #2590 Sioux Falls, SD 57108-6390
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