Tuckered in Tucker County

The Rally After the Rally is what they called the last of our three back-to-back rallies. Held in Parsons, WV, at Five River Campground, the Newmar WV and Aloha Aires Chapters of the Newmar Kountry Klub, made an impression. Some in more ways than one after all the rain made a couple of the sites quite soft! The owners were great, and this is the place to be for the Pickin' in Parsons Bluegrass Festival. 

Our rally fee included an evening with the Gandy Dancer Theatre in Elkins, WV. We had such fun clapping and singing along. The performers love what they do, pouring their hearts into their performances, and it shows. I didn't get any photos, but they do a great job.

Harold and I climbed Olson Tower for spectacular views of the surrounding area. The tower flexes in the wind, and I was thankful we were alone when there. I found myself constantly reaching for a hold and adapting a wide stance like one would on a ship. Amazing views, but I didn't linger!

We then visited nearby Blackwater Falls State Park. The falls were going pretty strong with all the rain, and the surrounding woods were a peaceful, lush green. I enjoyed the Almost Heaven swing set up by the WV tourism department. 

I've always said that WV is one of the prettiest states. This visit did not disappoint. 

Olson Tower

Mountain Laurel in bloom

Up and Up

Hanging on

Beautiful

Above the trees

Fern forest

Blackwater Falls

It works!

Just swinging

Approximately 57' drop

Tannins in the water

Going strong with all the rain

Where Are We Going Next?  

Newmar Owners Rally

June 8-14, 2025

We left the Fulltimers Rally and headed straight to the Newmar International Rally at the WV State Fairgrounds in Lewisburg, WV.  Around 250 coaches were parked on the fairgrounds, along with at least one killdeer nest. 

Seminars, vendors, excursions, coach service by Newmar and suppliers, and lots of opportunities to socialize filled the week. In Harold's case, a job opportunity arose! Though Harold decided to stay retired, I was a little proud that his skills and knowledge are noticed by others. 

We had a couple of windows defogged, some caulking done, an antenna replaced, discovered that we needed to get some coach house maintenance scheduled, got our coach washed, and a check engine light diagnosed and a service scheduled for that. 

Then, there's the new model year coaches to walk through. Hmm, is it time to buy?  : )

Killdeer nest

Bring extra water hoses

Newmar alley

Traveling parts store

Training trailer

2026 New Aire

Spartan chassis

Techs on lunch break

Volunteers

Where Are We Going Next?