2021-9-25 TRR Rockport Rally

What a great day! I'm on my way to a Texas Ramblin' Roses Rally in Rockport Texas. Actually I'm the host which is reason enough to go early and arrive at Wilderness Oaks RV Resort a couple of days before the rally, not that I needed a reason. Ran into several spots of construction along the back roads but nothing that held me up for long.

Wilderness Oaks always treats us really well. It's a great park with a very nice rally room and kitchen and the staff is wonderful. I always tell those ladies new to backing their RV into a spot to please try it here. The guys that take you to your site are so good at directing that they can make anyone feel like a pro and give them confidence on their future trips.

The weather was great the whole time we were there. It did rain pretty hard one night but Harley isn't at all bothered by thunder and lightning. He can't really hear it these days but none of my dachshunds ever paid any attention to thunder and lightning....lucky me. A few ladies were up with their furkids that night. Days were comfortable so we were able to site outside a lot which makes everyone feel more comfortable these days.

Several of the women wanted to go to see the famous "Big Tree" at Goose Island State Park so off we went.

No, this is not the big tree. You are allowed to climb on these and get up close and friendly.

This is the "Big Tree". It has a fence around it and several of the branches have some poles for support.

The "Big Tree" has survived quite a few hurricanes and other disasters. It is actually outside the part of the park that charges entrance fees or a pass.

This butterfly was very busy on this flower.

I had my Texas State Park Pass with me so we took a drive through the park. These pelicans always hang out by the fish cleaning stand looking for handouts.

Back at the RV park.....

These ladies went sightseeing one day and stopped at Walmart for a few items including........

One of the fun things we do at rallies is "christen" any new or new to owner rigs just like a ship. Jimmie used to use water balloons but has switched over to a water gun. This cute little Casita of Mary's is not new by any means but who can tell with a Casita? 

Everyone gets a chance to tell about their rig and most of them have names. 

Carolyn has this little utility trailer all fixed up inside. It even has A/C. RVW women drive or tow from the smallest to the biggest.

Pat had a Class C the last rally but she decided it just wasn't big enough for her and her standard size poodle Rusty. She picked her new to her rig on Friday and drove it down to Rockport on Wednesday. With the direction of the park hosts, she backed it into the slot in one try.

We had lunch out at Paradise Key one day. They have a big outside covered patio so it was a good choice. 

Not a bad view either.

Not the greatest pictures but.......sorry ladies.

Two of our members surprised us by showing up Saturday. I say surprised because they just got home to Houston from a 7 week Rolling Rally in the Pacific Northwest. They upsized their rig last year. This one has a bathroom and counter where they can cook in bad weather.

They really prefer to cook out of their outdoor kitchen which has all the necessities including a fridge, microwave, and stove.

They pulled into the spot right next to me.

Many of our members like to play games especially in the evening. The Farkle game got so rambunctious and loud one evening that I thought somebody might complain......especially when one of the park hosts stopped by. He laughed and said he didn't come by for that. Fortunately the closest RVs belonged to seasonals who were not around, lol. Barb was the winner one night and she snagged a traveling trophy we have for other purposes and said she was keeping it until the next rally. Everyone adds something to the trophy. I think it is finally going to get a skirt and wig.

Hmmm, I spotted this by a tree when Harley and I were out taking a walk. Relax, he's not dangerous. The rally was over and just a few of us were left. Yes, I stayed longer too. Tuesday morning I was on my way to Blanco State Park.