There are eight chapters in California to choose from and we welcome you
to join any and all that appeal to you. Most of our chapters are
geographically based. The three chapters in Northern California include:
the “Diablo Ramblers” based in the Concord /North Bay area; the “Gold
Country Ramblers” based in the Sacramento/Grass Valley area; and the
“Mission Ramblers” based in the San Jose/South Bay area. There are four
chapters in Southern California which include: “Just 4 Fun” based in
Oceanside; “Old Baldy” based in Ontario; “San Diego Ramblers”, and the
“West Coast Ramblers” based in Ventura. Adventures West is our caravan
chapter and is based in CA but has chapter members from all over the
western states.
Most chapters have monthly outings planned throughout the year
culminating in the California State Rally in October of each year. The
location of the California State Rally is generally rotated from year to
year, sometimes in the north, sometimes in the south, with central
California locations being advantageous to both groups.
The California State Rally generally lasts 4 nights with early parking
adding on extra days for those who wish to come early. Activities
include morning walks, breakfasts, local tours, seminars, games, craft
classes, book exchange, bingo, and a silent auction and cake walk with
the proceeds going to the “Make-A-Wish” Foundation. Also included are
dinners and entertainment on selected evenings; a bazaar, and ice cream
social all coming to a climax on Saturday evening with dinner and
closing ceremonies. There’s something for everyone and your choice may
be to just sit back, relax and enjoy great fellowship or go sight seeing
on your own. Whatever you wish – it’s probably there for your enjoyment.
Many members volunteer either individually or as a chapter to assist
with parking the rigs as they arrive, helping with registration,
security, and assisting with any and all activities, meals or other work
that needs to be done. Volunteering is a great way to meet new people
and enjoy getting together to work with old friends.
We invite you to attend a rally and experience this pleasant rewarding
experience for yourselves.
----Email: Diane Lundin, State Manager