I think it is a good idea to split the workshops. I like that idea. There were interesting workshops in the past and it was a great way to meet some new people.

if we have to move the demo to someplace like Donna's camp site.

Nancy: OK, I'll do a one-hour demo on how to make good-looking, light-weight, and easy-to-make replacement cabinet doors. No table-saw or power-miter (also known as a "cut-off" saw) required. Just a few simple hand tools and two power tools (a drill and an orbital sander).

Lainey: We had a solar demo last year. Perhaps we could encourage those presenters to do it again?

--Peter

I know this topic was covered at past events, but I am interested in learning more about solar power. Is anyone interested in putting on a solar seminar?

Lainey, I'm "workin' on" the one solar presenter from last year who will be attending this year's Gathering. I'll let you know.

Sounds good, I have my fingers crossed. If that doesn't work out, those with solar - be forewarned - I'll be dropping by to check it out!

I'm also game for attending an LED lighting workshop.

Is there any interest in an "Installing New Power Converter" demo? I would gladly supply the parts for a knowledgeable person to perform said 'demo' on my trailer. Okay, it's actually more like a plea for skilled labour... but if it's a topic that would interest any others maybe a demo workshop could be made out of it?

Hi Nancy,
I'd be happy to do something on cooking. Food is always a great motivator! Maybe it could be a sharing session on how people prepare food for camping trips and what are essentials to take.
Teri
p.s. I have a basket put together (already!) from Wisconsin for the drawing at the potluck. I am SO ready to see you all!

Okay, who out there wants to present a 50-min informal workshop. informed discussion or demo at the Oregon Gathering on Saturday? We've had fabulous events in the past and I would be thrilled to repeat any one of them (if the presenters were willing). I would also like to offer some new topics so think about these two things and please respond here.

• Is there a topic related to fiberglass trailers or camping on which you are willing to present?
• Is there a topic related to fiberglass trailers or camping on which you would like more information?

Thanks for your help... as always!
Nancy

We will be on deck for the "newbies "workshop this year unless somebody has already volunteered.

Hi Ian,

Thank you, thank you for your willingness to do your great workshop again.

Or talk with Frederick and maybe both of you offer different sub-topics?

Nancy

I PM'ed Ian to support his volunteering to discuss the Newbie subject.

My reservations are set to arrive on Wednesday. I have a passion for persons KNOWING what their rigs weigh. My company can provide a pair of portable Wheel Weighers. (Photograph to follow) My plan is for Robert and I to set up a "Pit Crew" area so attendees can get Weighed-In as they arrive. While hitched up, and before going to their site, we can weigh each axle (Both TOW vehicle and TRAILER) and record the weight. Then AFTER they set up in their site, they can bring their unhitched tow vehicle back over the scales to get another weight to use to compute their tongue weight. (Sorry, this will only work for single axle trailers...) This process will exert almost no effort or inconvenience on people as they arrive... Thoughts?

Frederick

I PM'ed Ian to support his volunteering to discuss the Newbie subject.

My reservations are set to arrive on Wednesday. I have a passion for persons KNOWING what their rigs weigh. My company can provide a pair of portable Wheel Weighers. (Photograph to follow) My plan is for Robert and I to set up a "Pit Crew" area so attendees can get Weighed-In as they arrive. While hitched up, and before going to their site, we can weigh each axle (Both TOW vehicle and TRAILER) and record the weight. Then AFTER they set up in their site, they can bring their unhitched tow vehicle back over the scales to get another weight to use to compute their tongue weight. (Sorry, this will only work for single axle trailers...) This process will exert almost no effort or inconvenience on people as they arrive... Thoughts?

Frederick

I have a passion for persons KNOWING what their rigs weigh. My company can provide a pair of portable Wheel Weighers. (Photograph to follow) My plan is for Robert and I to set up a "Pit Crew" area so attendees can get Weighed-In as they arrive. ... Thoughts?

That is SUCH a cool idea, Frederick! You should probably call the park to see if you can set it up maybe in the day-use area. Make sure to tell them you are not selling anything and there is no charge. Let me know where you'll be and what day(s) and times and I'll advertise it for you.

Thanks!
Nancy

This email is to confirm our telephone conversation this morning, (June 16th).
I am planning to weigh tow vehicles and trailers for attendees to the "Oregon Gathering" Fiberglass Travel Rally, July 17 - 20, 2008. Actually, I would be happy to weigh any vehicle For FREE who shows up. Thank you for suggesting I set up near the restroom building closest to the beach in the day-use area.

My plan is to set up a "Pit Crew" area so attendees can get Weighed-In as they arrive. While hitched up, and before going to their site, we can weigh each axle (Both TOW vehicle and TRAILER) and record the weight. Then AFTER they set up in their site, they can bring their unhitched tow vehicle back over the scales to get another weight to use to compute their tongue weight. This process will exert the least effort or inconvenience on people as they arrive.

I will arrive at the park on Wednesday, July 16th. I plan to be available in the day-use site all day Thursday, July 17th and possibly as needed Friday, July 18th. I am enclosing as an attachment to this email a photograph of my portable wheel weigher(s). I will use 2 weighers and get separate readings for each wheel.
I welcome any feedback you have to any aspect of this free service.

Frederick L. Simson

I called Ben Fisher and it is a go. Below is my confirming email to him:


My General Manager, Paul VanRoon, www.SanDiegoScale.com is allowing me to bring 2 of our wheel weigher scales to the gathering, free of charge.

I am working on a fixture that will allow me to weigh double axle trailers too. Stay tuned>

I called Ben Fisher and it is a go. Below is my confirming email to him:

I appreciate you offering this service to folks that do not have fiberglass RV's. I would suggest that you set up your scales in the eastern part of the parking lot so that beach users can access the beach more easily.

I have forwarded your plans to the staff at Bullards Beach. We look forward to hosting your group again this year.

Ben Fisher
Park Manager
Bullards Beach Management Unit
52470 Hwy 101 N
Bandon, OR 97411
541-347-2209

I really would like to replace my lights with LED's. I've seen a number of posts dealing with good deals on them. If I were to buy them, would someone be willing to show me how to install them? I'm a real chicken when it comes to doing something on my own the first time all by myself. If there is such a person out there, would you have any recommendations on what to buy? Thanks!

I told Nancy I would be glad to do a workshop on,

Owning your own Campground, RV-park
or Resort

You think you know what it takes? Well in this workshop, I hope to prepare you for what it really takes. Find out if you got it in you to run one.
The workshop will be based on what it takes to create your dream, besides the financial aspect, what it takes to run one on a daily basis. Not what you think! I will try to cover the surprise things that you face everyday in the business. We won't be covering the financial aspect, cause that's between you and your money. But the everyday nitty gritty of the wonderful world of Campground, RV-park, Resort happenings. The workshop will either make you want to fulfill your dreams of becoming an owner or make you run back to your 9 to 5 .
I need a head count, cause I would like to have handouts for everyone. You can PM me so I can keep a tally. Robin