Great Times in Dayton

For those Hoosier Cruisers who attended the rally in Dayton, they experienced a great weekend due to the efforts of the Rally Masters - Carol and Gary Sweet, and the Assistant Rally Masters - Jackie and Frank Anderson. Although we didn't have a campfire, we still enjoyed gathering near a shade tree to swap tall tales.



The Wright Patterson Air Force Museum is one of the best collections of aircraft in the nation. It houses planes from the beginning of aviation to present day jets.



During the tour we were able to walk through several airplanes that had been used by past presidents. You quickly realized how they had changed from prop driven aircraft to larger jet propelled planes. It was also noted that the electronics have become much more sophisticated.


The club welcomed new members and enjoyed the catered and pitch-in dinners.

The Packard museum was another high point of the weekend. It contained some of the earliest Packards as well at cars that were the last to be produced by Packard. It was interesting to know that some of the limosines are still used today. You can hire a chaufer and car for a special event. The proceeds are used to support the museum. I was surprised that we were given permission to actually sit in some of the cars.

The Carillon Park was a stop that should not be missed. During the walking tour we saw the 1905 Wright Flier III, a Cadillac that had one of the first electric starters, pioneer buildings, and other exhibits that displayed historic firsts in Dayton.

Congratulations go to Carol and Richard Swenke who were our first 50/50 Raffle winners. Although it looks like Carol was the real winner.

Make sure that you are planning to attend the next rally in Valparaiso, Indiana. The good time just keep rolling.