2016 March Demontrond Rally at Whispering Pines in Tyler Texas

We arrived at the Rally in Tyler on Tuesday. Several RV'ers were here already.

There was a total of 21 RV's here for this rally per Jesse.

Wed morning about 11:30 it started to rain on us. Later we all had to go to the shelter area (The restrooms) due to having a Tornado Warning Issued at 2:45 PM. Thanks to the information given us by Kyle and Alex the workers at the park. All turned out OK the closest problem to us was in Lindale, Texas. We had our pot luck on Wednesday night instead of Thursday due to weather.

Thursday was sunshine all day. We had our cook out on this night. Joe Bechard smoked a lot of the burgers during the day and then Jeff cooked the rest on the pit and the sausage before we ate. Quite a few went to Canton early and were glad because rain returned on Friday for shopping.

I had read about this place to eat good sea food in Tyler called the Catch and so we tried it along with the Liebels. It was soooo good we took another group back on Saturday and more followed after our group. They all said it was excellent. 

This is what I do when we travel. I read about local places and if we eat out we always try them. Have not been disappointed yet.

Friday Rain again. Some braved the rain to make their trip to Canton. we had a first. Instead of a catered meal the host team had baked potatoes and all the trimmings and salad. Think it was a hit but a lot of work. Happy hour also along with bingo at night.With yours truly, George,  as the caller.

Saturday was beautiful. More went to Canton and had a beautiful day but tons of shoppers. We had a catered meal but our breakfast was outstanding it was like going to a breakfast buffet. there had to be something that you liked. Happy hour and bingo again.

There was game playing and lots of puzzles completed this rally and visiting around the campfire for those who do not do bingo or games.

Pictures along the way to Tyler Texas.

Bluebonnets along I-45

Hello Sam Houston

First pit stop

Inside the center.

Going thru Buffalo TX

Not sure who this is.

Fields of Yellow Flowers.

Getting close to Tyler Texas.

We are here at the park now.

Starting to gather and visit with everyone.

Don Stones nice Flag.

So good to see LaVerne

Jesse gave Maria a free ride to join us.

This shop of Miranda Lambert' is moving.

There is a DQ in Lindale.

Now for some good Mexican Food this evening.

My meal this evening.

Lynn and Carla Tow Car Tire Cover

 Dean caught Don this morning for not having his name tag on.

 Guess who is our sheriff for this rally.

 Sharon having her snack and coffee this morning.

 

Dean caught Joe twice this morning. (No Name Tag)

 He paid the 50 cents to Dean.

 Some of the ladies are having a chat this AM.

Nice addition to the park since last year.

Wood chips for the play area.

No one here.

Game time

Warning Time  2:45 PM

We all showed up.

Inside the ladies room for shelter.

back to the games

Puzzle time.

Good morning Jesse, he was working on the puzzle before breakfast.

Smokey Joe's Smoker.

 Our Site #

Dean is watching everything.

Happy Hour.

 Jeff doing the Grilling

The ladies table here,.

Larry and Vernon having a chat

 Chow time I think.

Big Boss Man telling us it is ready.

Puzzle # 1 completed.

Gilbert brought a new coach to show us from DeMontrond RV

Mary Lou's car.

Great Sunrise this morning.

More puzzle time

Ohhh sweets this morning.

pat and Maria working hard here.

Then off to lunch
 


 Good Gumbo

Happy Hour again today.

Wonder what these two are up to??

More puzzle workers.

How did I get in here??

Steve and Shelly

Lee and Marge

Bingo tonight.

Caught me again

Number 2 is finished.

Thanks to the two Debbies that finished it.

Bingo winners tonight. (Friday)

Jesse has his fire going tonight.

Jesse is thinking Good Weather so he can ride today.

Vernon got caught holding the Pink Bag.

Great Breakfast this morning.

Janet getting some juice.

Our meeting will begin.

Our Host Team for this Rally. Thank You.

Our Group Picture  (Less me)

another puzzle starting

back for lunch again

The Azalea Trail starts here.

These are called Clematis

Mr. Pyron (owner and grounds keeper) He takes care of all the Garden Yard.

Another Clemtis.

And another

Yard art.

Mr. and Mrs. DeLeon.

Two more puzzles finished.

Our catered meal this evening.

Bingo Winners this evening . (Sat night).

Sunrise this AM.

Sharon was ready to leave and her awning over the door would not go in.

 Mark came back to get Sharon on the road.

On our way out of Tyler Texas (69 and I-20)