Cruising in Shelbyville

The Hoosier Cruisers had a wonderful weekend at Shelbyville which was held at the Shelbyville Fairgrounds.  Twenty two coaches were greeted by Bettie and Linda in their poodle skirts at the campground on Thursday, Oct. 3^rd.  After everyone had setup their coaches we ate dinner at the Texas Corral and enjoyed visiting with one another.  All members were photographed in a Cadillac and they took the pictures home when they left.

Friday began with a pancake breakfast which was enjoyed and some even had seconds.  Mid-morning we left for the Shelby County Municipal Airport.  We saw one of the few remaining transcontinental air mail arrows which were used in the early 1900’s for air mail flights. 

The arrows point toward Indianapolis.  We then were shown a Lakota helicopter which is used as part of the drug enforcement in Indiana.  One of the helicopters had recently returned from the Mexican/US border where they had patrolled the border.  Each of the helicopters cost approximately 7.5 million dollars. These amazing helicopters are able to view objects through house walls from 5000 feet above.

Upon returning to the fairgrounds we had a soup supper and dessert.  The day ended with a game of Jeopardy which tested members’ memories of happenings in the ‘60s.  Great fun!

The next day we visited the Grover Museum where we learned about the history of Shelbyville and were treated to root beer sodas.  For supper members were served a meal of nachos with a wide variety of toppings.  The meal was followed by an outstanding concert at the Strand Theatre where the “Sounds of Summer”, gave an excellent performance that showcased many Beach Boys selections.

The rally ended with donuts and coffee, and devotions by the Ashtons.

It was a great rally, good food, fellowship, and fun!