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Salem Water Advisory Continues for Vulnerable Population For those still concerned about Salem water, this is a reminder that Airstream, Inc. is sponsoring a “purified water bar” refilling station for our Club. This granular activated carbon-filtered unit is conveniently located on the Fairgrounds at the southwest corner of Columbia Hall.
Emergency Information
- For medical emergencies, call 911.
- For this and all other emergencies, call (937) 507-5549. This phone will be answered by a member of the Executive Committee who will assist you as needed.
Fairgrounds Info
- Green and Yellow gates will be open from 8 am til 8 pm, along with the Bullpen. After 8 pm the only way in or our of the Fairgrounds is the Bullpen.
- Showers are located in Building 7, the Forster Livestock Pavilion, at both ends of the building on the second floor. There are also showers in the Pavilion (Building 8), and the horse barn.
Willamette Arts Center Classes
The Willamette Arts Center is located at the north end of the Fairgrounds near the Taproom under the large canopy. They have offered a variety of classes to us this week. There is still one more available – Beginning Watercolor – Wednesday, June 27, from 10 am-12 noon. The cost is $20 and supplies are included.
Please evaluate presentations and round table discussions at salem.wbcci.net. We prefer you use the online evaluations over paper.
Need Any Service on Your Trailer or Motorhome?
Airstream Adventures Northwest began at 9:00 am, June 23. They will be scheduling service appointments online at https://www.airstreamnw.com/internationalrally/. Appointments are available through Friday, June 29, at 3 pm.
Complimentary Coffee and Donuts
Come enjoy complimentary coffee and donuts today and Thursday in Columbia Hall @ the Concession Stand from 9 a.m. until they’re gone. Sponsored by:
- Wednesday-Blue Ox
- Thursday-Equal-I-Zer
What’s Going on in Europe?
Ian and Ariane Jamieson from the Europe Unit will be at the Happy Houri n the VAC (Taphouse) Pavilion on Wednesday at 5:30. Come meet them and see some of their amazing rally pictures.
Evening Announcements/Items for Rally News
All items for the evening announcements or for the Rally News must be submitted in the Announcements/ Rally News box at Member Services NO LATER THAN 4 p.m. each day.
Community Service
- Collections in Columbia Hall end at 4:00 pm today, Wednesday, June 27.
- Place OREGON (only) plastic bottles and cans in bins at Columbia Hall and Jackman Long.
Amateur Radio Club (ARC)
- The WBCCI Amateur Radio Club (ARC) will hold its International Rally Net each morning at 0730 hours on 146.430 mHz; listen for WB8RC.
- The WBCCI ARC station will be set up in the Information Booth located at the edge of the Purple Columbia parking area next to the Natural Resources Center. Stop in to see us and work the station. Questions? Contact Don Williams – #14207.
- Dinner for members and their spouses will be this Wednesday, June 27 at 4 pm at Elks Lodge #336, 2336 Turner Road SE, Salem. The cost is $20 per person at the door.
Free Wheelers Update
All singles or those traveling alone are invited to attend the Free Wheelers Early Dinner (and/or Happy Hour Thursday, June 28, at 4:00 pm. At Los Dos Amigos on North Lancaster. Free Wheelers also have a Happy Hour each day from 3-5 pm at Red Pavilion site 61.
Wi-Fi is available in all the buildings. Use Guest Wireless. No password required. Please disconnect from Guest Wireless when not using it, to allow others to use the internet.
Propane Safety Inspection
The Propane Safety Committee Team is available to inspect your Airstream for possible propane leaks. If you suspect a propane leak or would just like peace of mind, come to the “Member Services” table in the Jackman Long building. Ask for the ‘Propane Safety Inspection ‘ form. Fill in the form and submit it to “Member Services.” A Propane Safety Inspection team member will contact you to schedule an appointment time to do the inspection.
Hitch-up and Back-in Time Trials
Sign-up lists for this event, sponsored by Airstream Adventures Northwest, are located in Columbia Hall. This event will take place Friday, June 29, 10:00 am til noon. For more information visit the sign-up table. All participants will receive a limited edition T-shirt
| Updates to the Printed Program | ||
| As hard as we tried to get everything right, some changes needed to be made to the schedule after the rally program was sent to the printer. Please note these updates below. Enjoy the rally. | ||
| Date | Time | Event |
| Wednesday, June 27, 2018 | 10:30 AM | 112 – Pendleton Nat’l Parks Blankets 1916-2018 Floral Building Hall. NEW TIME AND LOCATION |
| Wednesday, June 27, 2018 | 1:30 PM | 113 – Pendleton Travel Related Blankets – 1920 to 2018 – Floral Building Hall NEW PRESENTATION ADDED |
| Wednesday, June 27, 2018 | 1:30 PM | 513 – Airstream Tech from a Dealer Perspective by Airstream Adventures Northwest This presentation focuses on tips for service appointments with an Airstream dealer. UPDATED TITLE AND DESCRIPTION |
| Wednesday, June 27, 2018 | 1:30 PM | Dutch Oven Cooking – WHAT TO BRING POSTED AT https://salem.wbcci.net/recipe-for-dutch-oven-cooking-class/ |
| Friday, June 29, 2018 | 9:00 AM | Easy No-Sew Blinds – CANCELLED |
| Friday, June 29, 2018 | 2:30 PM | Joker Tournament – South end of Jackman-Long Bldg. Sign up at Member Services desk from Tue.-Thur. 9-4 ACTIVITY ADDED |