2017 International Rally Announcement & Itinerary

[DriVer]

The iRV2 Rally and Events Team is pleased to announce that the 2017 iRV2 International Rally will be held at the wonderful Branson KOA & Convention Center beginning on Sunday, September 17, 2017 to Saturday, September 23, 2017.

The address of the Branson KOA is: 397 Animal Safari Rd, Branson, MO 65616

Bookings for campsites may be accomplished by calling Ms. Angie Dickerson, Manager, "ONLY" at (417) 334-4414. If Ms. Angie is not immediately available, ask to be placed into her voice mail and she will call you back.

There are basically 2 types of sites; a standard "Deluxe" site and a Luxury site.
1. Deluxe Rally Site: $39.52 daily and 237.12 for 6 nights. (includes taxes)
2. Luxury Rally Site: $72.05 daily and 432.00 for 6 nights.
3. Fully equipped camping cabins are also available if you would like to fly in; Call Ms. Angie for complete details. (yes there is a rally rate)



About campground reservations:
1. Please identify yourself as an iRV2 rally attendee.
2. All campground reservation payments are to be made in full at the time you make your reservation.
3. In the event of a cancellation before the 6:00pm close of business on August 17, 2017, 1 day's deposit will be charged and withheld by the KOA.
4. In the event of a cancellation after the 6:00pm close of business on August 17, 2017, the campground reservation payment will be forfeit.

About cancellations; To cancel your reservation, please call Ms. Dickerson and then notify us (gMw) that you are cancelling via private message (PM) or eMail.

The rally fee is in part comprised of your, meal plan, entertainment and optional events. The cancellation policy previously established will apply when it comes to the rally fee. Cancellations after August 17, 2017 (30 days out) will be forfeit as your rally supplies, meals and events will have been ordered and paid for.

The ROL event for the 2017 Branson Rally is NOW active!!!!
To Register for the Rally and Pay the Rally Fees, please click on this link.
2017 Registration On-Line

Would you like a complete guided tour of Branson ?? Here's a Continuous video preview ....... it'll just go from one video to the next - Hey, you can even give us a little feedback on which show you might like to see ... How about that Silver Dollar City ???

Branson Videos

Branson is located in southwest Missouri, 35 miles south of Springfield on U.S. 65. It is ranked 25th for overnight leisure vacation destinations in the country. Branson is a year-round destination. Throughout the year, there are many special events including those during Ozark Mountain Spring (March-April-May) Veterans Homecoming (November) and Ozark Mountain Christmas (November-December).

Branson Landing

Demographics

• 20.7 Square Miles
• 200+ Shops/Retailers
• 35,000 Restaurant Seats
• 12 Golf Courses (Several ranked nationally)
• 100 Shows
• 57,000+Theater Seats

2017 iRV2 International Rally Itinerary

The following schedule of events has been developed for the International Rally and may be subject to change at any time. Your issued iRV2 International Rally ID must be worn to all venues in the campground and where indicated.

NEW For 2017 we have the pleasure of announcing that every paid adult will be receiving a T-Shirt when they check in on Sunday. The T-Shirts are sponsored by: RV Upgrades.com . I would ask that we all wear our T-Shirts when we go out on the Branson Belle Showboat if you have signed up for that optional event. Please make absolutely sure that you order the T-Shirt that you want, by size, in the Registration On Line. If you do not order a T-Shirt please don't expect that we will have one for you at check-in. Please also know that there will be no exchanges at check-in - the shirts you ordered are the shirts you are going to get.

Sunday:
09/17/2017
2:00PM – 5:00PM – Registration (Main Recreation Hall) (Pickup Credentials & Goody Bag)
2:00PM – 5:00PM – Pickup T-Shirts – Sign Up for Gotcha & Bingo
2:00PM – 5:00PM – Vendor Setup (Recreation Hall)
5:30PM – 7:00PM – "Welcome To Branson Dinner"
7:00PM – VIP Introduction and Welcome by Mr. Jeff Seifried President/CEO, Branson COC, Itinerary Review and Last Minute Announcements.

Monday:
09/18/2017
8:00AM – 10:00AM – Free Pancakes; Ala-Cart Items and Coffee at the Lunch Counter.
10:00AM – 12:00PM – Award Door Prizes (Recreation Hall) (Raffle Tickets) (1 Day Only)
9:00AM – Vendors Open
9:00AM – 10:00AM – D&G Sales; Guila & Don Sellers; "Keeping Your RV In Showroom Condition" √
10:00AM – 11:00AM – Truck Systems Technologies; Mike Benson, Jim & Peggy Grich; "Tire Pressure Monitoring Systems" √
11:00AM – 12:00AM – SMI Braking Systems; Peter & Kyle Schuck; "Number 1 For A Reason" √
12:00PM – 1:00PM – Lunch (On your own)
1:00PM – 2:00PM – SkyMed International; Carolyn Kees; "Does Your Evacuation Program Do What SkyMed Does?" – FREE Gourmet Ice Cream Tasting √
2:00PM – 3:00PM – HWH; Paul Maddox; "Hydraulic Jacks & Leveling Systems" √
3:00PM – 4:00PM – Blue Ox; Dave and Joanne Cartiglia, "We've Got Your Back!" √
4:00PM – Vendors Closed

Tuesday:
09/19/2017
8:00AM – 10:00AM – Free Pancakes; Ala-Cart Items and Coffee at the Lunch Counter.
9:00AM – Vendors Open
10:00AM – Attention Shoppers !! Meet in the Rec Hall for a Car Pool Trip (4 Miles) to Grand Village Shops in Branson, MO., 2800 West Main Street, Branson. "Through the 26 specialty shops, along the cobblestone streets and into the grand world of shopping, Grand Village Shops takes visitors on a journey of the find. Find what you're looking for , or look for a great find, anything is possible at this upscale mall. Enjoy the talent of Thomas Kincade in his Signature Art Gallery and visit Missouri's largest Christmas Store, Kringles. The scenery is delightful with lovely paths and sparkling fountains all the way up to the restaurants. A great meal is just a few steps away at one of the fine eateries, or dine in and enjoy a break from the walking. See Mrs. DriVer for all the details. Lunch at Mel's Hard Luck Diner."
4:00PM – Vendors Closed
5:30PM – 6:30PM – The “Hillbilly Jamboree Dinner”
7:00PM – 9:00PM – Entertainment; The Homestead Pickers

The Hillbilly Jamboree Dinner features Branson's own "Homestead Pickers."

Please wear your very best Hillbilly attire on Tuesday evening. It was 10 years ago when we originally had this theme and it is only fitting that we try and re-live the fun that we had that evening. You will love this show and event - everyone had a great time. Do you remember??

The Branson Belle

Wednesday:
09/20/2017
8:00AM – 10:00AM – Free Pancakes; Ala-Cart Items and Coffee at the Lunch Counter.
9:00AM – Vendors Open
9:00AM – 12:00PM – Gotcha 101 With Bob Fitta; Learn the Tips and Tricks. All are welcome to learn about this fun and challenging game.
12:00PM – 1:00PM – Lunch (On your own)
1:00PM – 2:30PM – Gotcha Practice
3:00PM – Vendors Closed
3:00PM – Depart for the Branson Belle, 4800 Hwy 165, Branson, MO 65616 – Car Pool – Approx. 4 miles To Steamboat Branson Belle. (See Google Maps)
4:00PM – 7:00PM – The Branson Belle, Dinner & Show ($-Optional-$) Please wear your Rally ID since we have reserved group seating.

The Main Dining Hall and Theater Inside the Branson Belle

"America's Most Entertaining Dinner Cruise, presents an unforgettable experience for your entire family. Your 2-hour cruise on magnificent Table Rock Lake in Branson, Missouri includes a delicious 3-course meal freshly prepared in the ship's galley. Come aboard the Showboat Branson Belle in Branson, MO and experience an amazing show, meal and cruise all in one while cruising beautiful Table Rock Lake! The stage of the 1890s-style paddle wheeler will come to life with live music with an array of entertainment"

Thursday:
09/21/2017
8:00AM – 10:00AM – Free Pancakes; Ala-Cart Items and Coffee at the Lunch Counter.
9:00AM – Vendors Open
9:00PM – 12:00PM – Gotcha (36 People) Will Be In Play – Final Practice Round
12:00PM – 1:00PM – Lunch (On your own)
1:00PM - 4:00PM – Gotcha (36 People) Will Be In Play – Tournament Round – 6 Winners Will Emerge and will advance to the Friday Championship.
2:30PM – Vendors Closed – (Teardown)
5:00PM – 6:30PM – "The Branson Gala Dinner"
6:30PM – 7:00PM – Grand Prizes Awarded (Bring your Tickets)
7:00PM – 7:15PM – Announcement of the location and facility for, the 2018 iRV2 International Rally.
7:15PM – 10:00PM – Bob’s Electronic BINGO Extravaganza (Cash Prizes)

Friday:
09/22/2017
8:00AM – 10:00AM – Free Pancakes; Ala-Cart Items and Coffee at the Lunch Counter.
9:00AM – 5:00PM – Enjoy Beautiful Downtown Branson
6:00PM – 7:00PM – The Thor Motor Coach - "Ice Cream Social"
6:30PM – 8:00PM – Gotcha Championship Match – 6 People Will Be In Play – Award of the Champion's Board and 1 Winner will walk away with the Championship Board (complete) and the title of Gotcha Champion for 2017
8:30PM – 10:00PM – Campfire (To Be Announced) (or) Enjoy an Evening Out in Beautiful Downtown Branson.

Saturday:
09/23/2017
8:00AM – 10:00AM – Free Pancakes; Ala-Cart Items and Coffee at the Lunch Counter.
8:00AM – 10:00AM – Hugs and Handshakes for Those Departing Today

Safe Travels and Thank You for Coming
Best Wishes from your 2017 iRV2 Rally Committee

The Dixie Stampede

For those rally attendees familiar with RegOnLine, that resource is now up and running. Please click on "Rally Registration"

Please Purchase Your Discount Tickets For All Branson Shows At The KOA Office
"There Are 100 Shows That You Can See"

Ride The Ducks in Branson, Missouri

Please Note: The photographs that are used on this page, except for the Branson Belle (optional), are presented as options for you to pursue on your own. There are 100 different shows that you might choose from. It's our intention to give you Friday off so you can go and enjoy Branson. You can book any show in Branson at the front desk of the office at a discount. Please keep checking this thread in the event there are any schedule, event changes or additions. The last edited version (August) of the itinerary will be included in your rally program.

Ver: 2.2 - 08/14/17

[DriVer]

The iRV2 2017 International Rally Team is pleased to announce that Don & Guila Sellers will be joining us in Branson. This will be the 4th time that Don & Guila have supported our rally by providing both a Seminar and Sales opportunities at their booth. Don & Guila will be bringing in a number of RV products such as the Aero Cosmetics Waterless Wash and Wax. I've just started to use the wash and it works really well. I'm sure there's more to learn during Seminar #1 on Monday, 9/18 at 9:00 AM. Thank you Don & Guila.

[DriVer]

The iRV2 2017 International Rally Team is pleased to announce that representatives Paul & Carolyn Kees will be joining us in Branson. SkyMed International, located in Scottsdale, AZ will be providing both a seminar session and sales opportunities at their booth. Please come and join us for an Ice Cream Tasting Social beginning at 12:45PM on Monday, September 18, 2017. The seminar session will begin at 1:00PM and will conclude at 2:00PM.

"The flagship of the SkyMed Group of Companies, has been serving the traveling public since 1989. A membership company specializing in 18 emergency travel services, we have organized air evacuations literally all over the world under almost every kind of circumstance. If a member sustains a critical illness or injury while traveling in one of the 32 countries that make up the SkyMed UNIVERSE, they will be repatriated back to their home hospital of choice."

Come and explore the difference between SkyMed and other competing agencies. You will see that there is no comparison.
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The iRV2 2017 International Rally Team is pleased to announce that representative Paul Maddox will be joining us in Branson. HWH, located in Moscow, IA, HWH is the preeminent hydraulic RV Company in the industry. Paul will be assisting members with service related issues and will be presenting a seminar on Monday, September 18, 2017 at 2:00PM, concluding at 3:00PM.

"HWH® was founded in 1967 and for the first 17 years of business they designed & manufactured machines and hydraulics for agricultural customers like John Deere and Caterpillar. During those early years in the agriculture industry, HWH® discovered a niche for supplying hydraulic leveling systems to the RV industry (because the RV industry was currently borrowing agricultural equipment to patch their needs). HWH® has since led the RV industry in hydraulic and air leveling technology. They've introduced countless innovative hydraulic slide-out systems to the market and have brought many other innovative hydraulic/air solutions to the RV market ranging from hydraulic step systems to air suspension systems to saddle-rack systems. HWH® is proud to play a part in enriching the RV experience for hundreds of thousands of RVers throughout the world"
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[DriVer]

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Farm and City Insurance Services (FCIS Insurance) is proud to sponsor the
2017 iRV2 International Rally.

"Hello! Welcome to FCIS Insurance, Your RV Advantage®"

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"We are the originators of Replacement Cost Coverage. From RV to personal insurance, FCIS can provide all the coverage and services you need to feel at home on the road. Knowledgeable customer service is part of the RV Advantage®.
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With endorsement by major RV manufacturer’s clubs, we give you, as an RV club member, a variety of superior coverage and reduced rates. Please explore our services and complete any of the no-obligation forms to receive further personalized information."

FCIS invites you to fill out their request for a quote in your Goody Bag, return those to DriVer. There is no obligation attached by requesting a quote. During the prize awards on Thursday evening, FCIS is providing a $50.00 cash prize certificate that will be awarded to the winner.

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FCIS is pleased to be sponsoring our Friday Ice Cream Social and
invites you to enjoy the evening !!

[JMilligan44]

I just read the program for the International Rally in Branson. Unfortunately, I cannot atttend the full Rally. However, I live in the Branson area and would like to visit the Vendor booths. Is that possible?

[davendeb]

Would love to go but have serious concerns about having to forfeit a week's worth of spot rental if cancelling even 30 days out. Wife's vacation can be cancelled, making us have to cancel this trip.
Y'all have fun.

[reharpernc]

Would love to attend, but cannot make Sunday. Would it be ok to come Monday?

[DriVer]

Originally Posted by reharpernc

Would love to attend, but cannot make Sunday. Would it be ok to come Monday?

reharpernc, If you have paid the rally fee, no one will object if you arrive on Monday. We do have events that assume that everyone will be in attendance such as when we distribute the door prizes on Monday morning. If you do win a door prize, I will look inside your registration packet and see if you are a winner. I will redeem your coupon for the prize and you can come and see me during the week. You will unfortunately miss the Sunday welcome dinner.

[DriVer]

Originally Posted by davendeb

Would love to go but have serious concerns about having to forfeit a week's worth of spot rental if cancelling even 30 days out. Wife's vacation can be cancelled, making us have to cancel this trip.
Y'all have fun.

davendeb, Hopefully we'll catch you next year.

[DriVer]

Originally Posted by JMilligan44

I just read the program for the International Rally in Branson. Unfortunately, I cannot atttend the full Rally. However, I live in the Branson area and would like to visit the Vendor booths. Is that possible?

JMilligan44, I regret that we do not have a walk-in program. We are working on that however we are not able to offer that opportunity at this time.

[DriVer]

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The iRV2 2017 International Rally Team is pleased to announce that representative Dave and Joanne Cartiglia from Blue Ox will be joining us in Branson. Blue Ox is located in Pender, NE. Blue Ox is a world leader providing towing and braking solutions for all types of vehicles and features a line of fifth wheel and other hitch products. Brian Thomas will be assisting members with service related issues and will provide on-site services and repairs. The Blue Ox seminar will be presented on Monday, September 18, 2017 at 3:00PM, concluding at 4:00PM.

"At Blue Ox, we believe loyal customers are created through great customer service, superior products, and continual education through seminars. By attending RV Rallies, RV and Trade Shows, and NASCAR events, we are able to offer these services face to face.

• Learn about new products
• Have your questions answered about current products
• Attend one of our educational seminars
• Get your tow bar serviced by one of our service technicians

What’s included in a tow bar service?

A Blue Ox service technician will inspect your tow bar from head to toe, replacing most lost or damaged components. This ensures that your tow bar is as close to factory specifications as possible and is still within its service life. Blue Ox is the only towing manufacturer who offers complete tow bar service at events nationwide. All this for $35!
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How do I sign up?

Due to the high volume of service requests we get at each event, we do not take appointments ahead of time. Please find us at our booth or at the designated service area for each event to sign up on-site. We have a limited number of services that can be completed at each event, so the sooner you arrive to sign up, the better!"
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For nearly a dozen times, we have enjoyed the participation of Blue Ox at our rally and we certainly do appreciate Blue Ox adding us to their already busy 2017 rally schedule. Please come and meet Dave and Joanne and get yourself signed up for tow-bar service. My last service was in 2015 (check your sticker) and I'm looking forward to having my tow bar serviced again.

[lindasitton]

I have some mobility issues. Can I use my golf cart? It would make the difference of me being able to go. Thanks so much! Linda

[DriVer]

Originally Posted by lindasitton

I have some mobility issues. Can I use my golf cart? It would make the difference of me being able to go. Thanks so much!

Linda, Please call Ms. Angie, Manager, at the KOA and ask her directly. She will be the best source of information. A number of members have mobility scooters and I don't expect that will present any problem at all when they use those devices.