Kentucky

 Since 1971, Morgan County and thousands of visitors have celebrated the Sorghum Festival.  The mule-drawn cane mill, steaming vats, and little jugs of sorghum molasses set the stage for three full days of Kentucky mountain heritage.  Live music, a parade, the Old Country Store, Sorghum Queen crowned at annual Bowl Game, and 100 art and craft displays fill West Liberty with sight, sound, and excitement.

 We will be camping at Paintsville Lake campground. This is a beautiful Corps of Engineers park that is leased to the State of Kentucky. There are many activities in the area including fishing, flea markets, and of course many nice places to eat. If you have not already made your campground reservation please phone  (606)297-8486 and tell them you are with the Airstream group.

Click this .pdf for complete rally  details.  2010-sorghum-festival-rally.pdf

The Kentucky Unit of WBCCI welcomes all Airstream owners to attend our first Buddy Rally of the camping season at Levi Jackson State Park in London, KentuckyLevi Jackson State Park offers activities for people of all ages. In addition the park is located between the cities of London, Ky and Corbin, Ky and very close to Cumberland Falls. There are many historical sites and interesting places to visit. To make your campground reservation please phone 606-330-2130 and ask for a space in loop A or B. Let them know you are with the “Airstream Group” and receive a 10% discount. There will be a $10/person rally fee to cover the cost of food and small donation to the Historical Society.Please click the following link for a tentative list of activities.    levijacksonagenda.pdf

Time to mark your calendars for the first rally of the season! Yes, Kentucky Derby weekend is just around the corner and that means the Governor’s Derby Breakfast on the State Capital Grounds in Frankfort, Ky. We will gather at Elkhorn Campground to share in the Great Food! Great Outdoors! and Great People!Frankfort is a nice town to explore. Many museums, antique shops, coffee shops the Salato Wildlife Center and of course the many activities Derby day on the Capital Grounds. Maybe you will have the winning horse in our annual pot and carry away loads of cash.

Several members of the Kentucky Unit traveled from their winter roosting places in Florida to the Space Coast to view the last night shuttle launch. Tom & Millie along with Larry & Kathy packed up their moon pies, mars bars, and blue moon beer to meet up with 18 other Airstream Units on Monday 08 Febuary at 0430 in the morning to see a spectacular sight.

The Kentucky Unit Christmas Luncheon is a seasonal tradition that many members look forward to all year long. This year the luncheon will be held Sunday December 06, 2009 at 2:00pm EST at the Stone Hearth Restaurant located in Elizabethtown, Ky. Enjoy great food, camaraderie… mingle with old friends and make a few new ones.

MARK YOU CALENDARS NOW!!!

The cost of the buffet is $11.95 per person.   We had some Teddy Bears donated that were originally collected for International, which we will be giving to 2^nd Vice President Bob Gregory for the Logan County Sheriff’s Department.  Each family is asked to bring either a Teddy Bear or a bag of canned and non-perishable goods, which will be donated to the food bank.  In today’s economy, there are many who are struggling to feed their families and we have an opportunity to give back.  If you prefer to make a cash donation, that will also be appreciated. 

 Since this will be my last Newsletter, as President, I would like to say thank you to all who have pitched in numerous ways to make this year a successful one.  If I tried to name each one, I am sure I would leave someone out, so please know that all of your efforts are greatly appreciated.  It has been a pleasure to serve as your president and I look forward to many more years of fun and fellowship with our wonderful Kentucky Unit friends.  

 See you down the road,

Shala Wilson

Enjoy the  peaceful surroundings and fall colors of Pennyrile Forest State Park. Enjoy a meal at the Clifty Creek Restaurant at the Park Lodge or tour the beautiful Adsmore House in Princeton, Ky. Most importantly come enjoy the Fellowship of other Airstreamers at our Installation Rally October 08 thru 11.

Once again David and Peggy Bishop have graciously invited all Kentucky Unit members to their farm along Highway 127 to partake in the worlds longest yard sale. This rally is usually one of our best attended. So come join the fun and see if you can find that special treasure that you just can’t live without.

Click link below for rally photos

127rallyphotos.pdf

McKenzie, Lillie, Savannah, Lindsay and Justin present food they had collected to Deanna Phillips director of  the Grayson Community Food bank.

The park at Carter Caves had quite a bit for the kids to do; swimming, horseback riding, miniature golf and playground activities. The children did them all. In addition to  several sessions  roasting marshmellows and a lot of bike riding. A great time was had by all.

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