The sunny state of Florida can lay claim
to one of FMCA's first chapters, the Roll'n Rebels, which was
chartered in July 1968. Many devades later, it's still a strong group that
stays active by rallying at least once a month, from September to
May.
Roll'n Rebels rallies have a fairly regular
structure. Most rallies are held on weekends, officially starting on
Friday night with a happy hour, which later is followed by a
relaxing communal dinner. It is not uncommon for members to arrive
on Thursday for an extra evening of togetherness.
Saturday is filled with games such as beanbag
baseball, dominoes, bocce, or cards. For most games, they
usually form teams consisting of either couples or women versus men.
After a day of friendly competition, chapter members enjoy formal
entertainment, or they have a special themed evening.
On Sunday the rally wraps up with a continental
breakfast and farewells until next time.
An important avenue for involvement includes
volunteering, which, is an essential part of
rallies.
Volunteering is a very important part of the
aspect of motorhoming, and the Roll'n Rebels are no strangers to
volunteering, as many members volunteer at chapter and area rallies,
and at FMCA's international conventions. The chapter currently has
44 member families.
As many FMCA members know, fellow chapter
members can quickly become close friends, because they share common
interests in their RVing lifestyles.
The Roll'n Rebels chapter is open to any FMCA
member who can make it to the rallies, which are held within central
Florida, the chapter's scope.
This chapter welcomes new members, and is open
to their different ideas as well. The membership believes that new
people with new ideas are key to a successful chapter, Dues
are $10, and members receive a chapter newsletter monthly before
each rally.
For more information about the Roll'n Rebels,
contact FMCA's Chapter Services Department at (800)
543-3622.
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