May Rally, A Great Time In Batesville IN!

The May rally was a great success thanks to Greg and Bettie Wessel and their team of Rem Remley, Judy Hohl, and Chuck and Lois Blodgett.  Parking was a breeze and the facilities were wonderful.  After settling in on Thursday most of us headed to a great restaurant in Oldenburg for a wonderful dinner.  Friday greeted us with perfect weather and a wonderful pancake breakfast prepared by our hosts.    Next up we visited one of the first and only remaining woodcarving business in Indiana.  Weberding's Carving Shop was founded 70 years ago and remains a family owned and operated business specializing in wood carving, custom made  furniture, statue refurbishing and church furnishings.  Their pieces are prized and located all over the world and you may have seen them with out even knowing it while visiting churches around the country. 
Next we headed to the Sherman House for lunch (yes more food) and a presentation by the owner.  The Sherman House was built in 1852 by John Brinkman and was most likely called the Brinkman House.  The name was later changed to the Sherman House in honor of General Sheman and his contributions in the War Between The States.  It turns out the hotel is also haunted and has been featured on television.  His presentation was most interesting and I'm sure I'm not the only one that felt that cold blast that went through the room before we left.  The rally continued with Saturday highlited by a visit to historic Metamora In. by some and a wonderful chicken and noodle dinner prepared by Bettie Wessel, assistant rally masters.
Once again a great time in southern Indiana! 

It's Out To The Ball Game in June

The June rally is all planned and includes a great trip to Parkview field and the exciting Tin Caps baseball team.  Our rally masters have scored some great tickets and plan many other entertaining activities for our June rally.  Remember, the rally masters need some lead time on the tickets so be sure to get your registration form in soon.  The form to the right can be clicked on and printed or contact the rally masters or myself if you need help.  Rick Hahn

Oops, Correction for May Rally

After proofing the registration, missed the typographical error in the name of the campground.  The name of the campground is Indian Lakes, not Indiana Lakes Campground.  The address is correct.

Looking forward to seeing you in Batesville.

Greg Wessel

Batesville Blast

Springing Into the Camping Season

May Rally 16^th – 19^th

Indiana Lakes Campground, 7234 State Road 46 E, Batesville, IN  47006

Mark your calendars to attend the first Hoosier Cruiser Rally in Batesville.  Your Rally Masters and Assistant Rally Masters have been hard at work planning a variety of activities and events that should please the members attending.  The rally will be held at the Indian Lakes Campground and the sites include 30 amp. electricity and water nearby for $25 a night which is a bargain at today’s prices.  We will also have the use of a great lodge for meals and meetings.                                                         

Upon arriving on Thursday, you will be greeted by Rem, Judy, Chuck, Lois, Bettie and Greg.  We are anxious to see you all after winter.  After getting settled and relaxing a little bit, you may join other members in dining out. 

Friday will begin with a pancake breakfast prepared by the rally masters and assistant rally masters which will be held in the lodge.  This will be a great way to start the rally.  Also planned for Friday are a woodcarving tour and a tour of the historic Sherman House.  Sherman House is one of the oldest buildings in Batesville.  It opened its doors in 1852 as the Brinkman hotel and the name was later changed during the time of General Sherman’s contributions to the victory during the Civil War.  It has evolved gracefully from a coaching tavern to a popular hostelry.

In the afternoon a geocaching workshop will be held for those who are curious about geocaching.  Geocaching is an adult treasure hunt using handheld GPS.  We are sure that you will have fun and anyone can participate.  Friday evening we will have a potluck dinner and if you have ever attended an HC rally before you know that there is no shortage of good cooks.

Saturday, you will have an opportunity to travel to Oldenburg, the city of spires, to tour the monastery with its beautiful stained glass windows.  Following the tour you may visit Metamora where there are several craft shops and a unique canal that has locks and an aqueduct that carries the canal over Duck Creek.  

After returning to the campground members will be treated to a chicken and noodle dinner, and if all goes well we will make “pudgy pies” in the fireplace in the lodge.  There’s nothing like ending the day with some comfort food.

The rally will end with donuts and a short church service on Sunday.

Don’t miss out, come join in the FUN!  See you in May.

Directions:  Take I-74 east to Exit 156 (Sunman/Milan). Turn right at exit to Hwy 46. Turn right on Hwy 46. The campground is approximately 2 miles on the left, past the golf course.

May Rally Registration

Winter Gather in Sunny Florida

Twenty-Eight Hoosier Cruisers from all over Florida gathered at Sun N' Fun RV Resort in Sarasota on February 12.  Many of the Hoosier Cruisers were staying at the resort or very nearby while some traveled from two plus hours away.  The weather was gorgeous and those that had to travel did so safely with no worries of snow or freezing rain but our thoughts were with our friends up North and we wished them a quick and warmer winter. We all enjoyed a terrific lunch prepared by chef Joanne and the Boondocks restaurant staff while catching up with everyone and hearing about their winter activities.  We met several members that have not had an opportunity to attend an HC rally yet as well as Trudy and Jerry Landers who joined while here at the resort.   This year promises to be a great rally year and will start off with a May rally hosted by Greg and Bettie Wessel along with the Blodgetts, Judy Hohl and Rem Remley.  Watch for the newsletter out next month for more details.
While at the gather Jane Clashman informed me that Joe and Rachel Johnson of Muncie have been struggling with health issue and can no longer travel.  Check your membership list for an address or contact me if you want to send well wishes.

Good News!

Cassie and I would like to thank all of the Hoosier Cruisers for their cards and phone calls, and especially the prayers -- they helped! Steve is doing better, in cardiac rehab - hoping to return to normal activities soon. Thanks again! All of you are a "blessing" in our lives. Hugs, Steve and Cassie

Member update!

Linda Filson has informed me that Steve Lisle continues to have heart issues and has had another surgery to place a stent in a coronary artery.  I know he would appreciate our prayers and best wishes for a full and complete recovery.   

Hoosier Cruisers gather for Christmas

Another great Christmas dinner was enjoyed by the Hoosier Cruisers Saturday at Mullets in Nappanee.  Harry and Connie Decausemaker once again planned a great event and as always the food was exceptional.  There were many highlights not the least of which was seeing how well Steve Lisle was doing following a close call and surgery just a few days before.  We were also treated to a great Christmas skit performed by Connie along with Bea and David O'dell playing Mr. and Mrs. Clause.  Following a great dinner we all exchanged thoughtful gifts before heading home. 
I'm so thankful this has become an annual tradition as it's great to catch up with everyone as the Winter gets started.
Here is wishing all of you and your families a wonderful Christmas and a very Happy New year.   
                                      Rick and Sandy

Linda Filson has just emailed me that Denny's father passed away on November 30.  His furneral will be Dec. 5th. 
She also informed me that Steve Lisle had a heart attack on December 1st.  He had surgery on the the 3rd and a stent placed and seems to be doing well.
Please keep Steve and Denny in your thoughts and prayers at this special time of year.