Grand National Rally 2011
What Is GNR
Is GNR a gathering of 1100 Motorhomes, entertainment
under the big tent or at the amphitheater, the vendors
in Friendship Hall, tours to John Deere, the ball game
in St. Paul, a theme where we dress up........
No......
Grand National Rally is the PEOPLE
Over 2200 of us who gather to re-unite with friends, the hundreds of volunteers
who make GNR possible, a time to let our hair hang down and have a good time.
This brief web page is sample of our Texas members and friends, the many
Texas volunteers who did their part.
A Front Gate WelcomeIt
all starts at the front gate where you receive your packet, checking in
before being directed to your parker who assists in parking your home
on wheels in the designated area. At left are Kathie & Mike
who are working the gate for the fifth year. Kathie is shown with Doug
Formanek and Pat's Mother Ruby who bakes treats for us at the gate. We
enjoy greeting everyone
when they arrive. 
Our
very own Section A parkers Brenda & Gary were first time parkers
shown here with friends Mike & Celia. We thank them for parking
many "Texas Row" coaches, great job. Celia was selected to be a WOW
(Women on Wheels) instructor who worked with Stephanie Mosley teaching
those taking the driving class. 
Welcome First TimersWow, a great group of first timers who joined us for social hour under the Texas tent. This is always a great opportunity to make new friends. It's so fun for the rest of us to hear their experiences at the end of the day.
Opening CeremonyBill, Vera, and Gary walk in the opening parade and be recognized for the 73 Texas coaches attending the rally
The Tractor GuyMike Reid here with his Allis Chalmers WD pulling the people mover around Section B. Mike volunteered to take time to relieve drivers for a break.
Grandkids Love GNRBring the Grandkids to GNR where they have a great program for youth ages 8 to 17. Texas W Club is pleased to donate hundreds of dollars each year to the Youth Program, we thank our members for their support. Shown here are John D. & Mimi's two grandchildren and Alan and Alice's grandson with trophies they won.
CongratulationsWe want to recognize Ben & Pat Crabtree who joined the International Association of Local Chapter Presidents where there is always a need to serve. Ben & Pat were elected Treasurer of this special interest club.
Games Under the TentA little down time for a game of 42 or Joker
Some Fun Photos
 Vera & Alan
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 John D & Mike
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 Edwin & Melvina
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 Stephanie & Ken
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 Being Gary
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 Oklahoma Friends
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 Nancy Loves Ice Cream
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 Brats on the Square
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 A Dance with Melvina
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If you missed all the fun we hope to see you next year
for "Treasure Island"
for "Treasure Island"