Thursday, December 20, 2012

GLAMARAMA December 19



The Planning Committee has been working hard this month. We are making great progress in planning a successful rally.

We have determined that the base registration fee will include full 30 amp electric. Higher amperage and full hook-ups will be available on a limited number of spaces. Make sure to check back for when registration begins to take advantage of these amenities. One evening will be reserved for chapter events, promoting tour attendance, chapter dinners and other activities that allow for quality time with friends and new acquaintances. We are ahead of schedule in selecting art work for promotional materials, and official GLAMA letterhead has been designed and delivered.

We are also engaging in a push for sponsorships by sending out letters to encourage vendor participation. Sponsorships go a long way in assuring a financially successful area rally. This being the Great Lakes Area Motor Coach Association’s first annual rally, it is imperative that we collect sufficient funds. We want to avoid charging high registration fees or requesting financial assistance from FMCA for future events.

That said, other area rallies have gained support from their chapters and, in some cases, individual members through the purchase of full, half, quarter page or business card rally book advertisements. Not only is this a great way to promote your chapter and even send a goodwill message, it also will provide financial support for future activities. You might be surprised by the interest an ad can create for your GLAMA chapter.

Some of the discussions still in the development stages include tours and outings offerings. Let us know if you have any questions or comments. We are doing everything we can to make sure that everyone who attends has a wonderful time.
Make sure to mark your calendars for the GLAMARAMA 2013 Area Rally, September 18 through 22, 2013 at the Elkhart County 4H Fairground in Goshen Indiana. Early arrivals begin Sunday, September 15.

Finally, all GLAMA officers and the GLAMARAMA Planning Committee wish you and your family the happiest of holidays and a healthy, happy and prosperous new year!

Tuesday, October 30, 2012

GLAMARAMA November 1



GREAT LAKES AREA MOTORCOACH ASSOCIATION
2013 Rally Planning Progress

The Great Lakes Area Motorcoach Association (GLAMA), affiliated with Family Motor Coach Association (FMCA), selected the name GLAMARAMA 2013 for the coming year’s Great Lakes Area rally. The rally will be held at the Elkhart County Fairgrounds in Goshen Indiana on Wednesday, September 18 through Sunday, September 22, 2013. Early arrival will be Sunday through Tuesday, September 15 through 17.

Working with the FMCA, a production schedule has been approved and deadlines set. Rally artwork and forms are in development to create an extravaganza atmosphere. We look forward to creating an exciting and fun filled time for all those who attend the rally.

In order to make this rally a success, it will take time and energy contributed by GLAMA chapters and other individual members as has been the case in all area rallies. Those who have volunteered in the past report that being part of the process actually made their experience at the rally that much more enjoyable. Committee chairs have already begun their work on preparations and will soon need your help. More details about volunteering, including contact information and specific areas of need, will follow in subsequent blog articles.

Regular posts will be added to this site to keep you updated on the progress of rally preparations. We welcome your comments questions throughout this process.