2017 Escape Trailer Rally - SCHEDULE OF EVENTS

[Escape Office]

Hello Everyone,

I know many of you have already begun your adventure making your way to Osoyoos, BC for the 2017 Escape Trailer Rally.

Many of you are asking for a copy of the Schedule of Events prior to your arrival at the Rally - We have tried posting it here on the forum however, the pdf file is now too large and cannot be posted.

Please find below a short version. You will receive a printed copy when you check in for the rally at site C60 upon arrival at the rally.

2017 Escape Trailer Rally

Welcome to the 8th Annual, 2017 Escape Trailer Rally. This is our seventh year at the Nk’Mip Campground in Osoyoos. There are currently 148 trailers registered for the rally. Some of these registrants are new to the Escape family, while others currently have their second or third or fifth Escape trailer and many have been a member of our Escape family for several years now. Reace and I will be in site C60this year. Please visit our site upon arrival to receive your registration package.
The Nk’Mip campground is located at the bottom of the hill with the cultural center above which offers plenty of information on local history, First Nation Heritage, and local wildlife. We hope you enjoy the scenery as much as we do.
We do not plan many activities during the rally as Osoyoos is a beautiful area for exploring. The Tourist Information Center is the perfect place to begin as it is a great source of information on surrounding activities, local events and points of interest. As Osoyoos is located in the Wine Desert Capital of BC you can count on some warm weather perfect for golfing, fishing, sailing etc. Be sure to stop by the Old Home Hardware Store which is located downtown and offers three floors to explore – Make sure you make it down into the basement! The Adega on 45th Estate Winery – Welcomes all Escape Rally Attendees. Just mention you are with the Escape Trailer Rally and they will be more than happy to provide you with a 10% discount. Their patio is also open and available for anyone who would like to take advantage of the view. Picnic lunches are welcome. The Dubh Glas Distillery | Whisky, Gin and Spirits – They conduct tours Friday to Sunday 11am – 6pm. It is interesting to hear his spiel about the process and his choice of equipment. Sampling is of course the highlight.
Escape ‘BINGO’ – Last year our BINGO game was so much fun we decided to do it again.…Please look in your registration package for an Escape Bingo Card. Take some time to meet your fellow Escapees and obtain the answers to the questions found on your card. Completed Bingo Cards will be entered in an additional draw for more prizes.
Trailer Tour - This year we will be coordination a semi-organized trailer tour on Saturday. There are many people attending the rally this year who have trailers on order and they would enjoy the opportunity to look at some of the Escapes. If you wish to ‘display or show’ your trailer please hang the RED BALLOONfound in your Welcome Bag on your trailer saying you are ‘Open’ for trailer tours.
Sites C1 – C76 10am – 12pm
Sites C77 – 142 1pm – 3pm

Camping Treasures Collection - This year Ian and Joan G. are very excited to unveil some of their unique Fiberglass Trailer items which includes. Key Chains, Earrings, Necklaces and Wineglass Charms. Please remember to stop by their site and take a peek at all of the wares they have for sale.
On the following pages is a schedule for the rally; we hope you enjoy yourself as much as possible! Please note all activities this year will be located in the OLD CLUBHOUSE. (Please see the map on page 2)

Thursday May 25th, 2017
10am – 5:30pm Registration Open– Visit Site C60 to pick up your name tags and registration packages.
Door Prizes please look in your registration package for a RED 50/50 draw ticket. If you find one please return to the registration table and claim your prize. Please note due to the large number of attendees not all attendees will receive a prize this year.

CLUBHOUSE FOR ALL ESCAPE ACTIVITIES

10:00am Wine Tour – PU at Clubhouse at 10am near the washrooms/laundry facilities (PLEASE Be Ready 10 Mins. EARLY!). Cost is $65 per person for the day. (Please note this year it is pre-paid – You will be asked for payment upon registration)You will be visiting six different wineries, including the Silver Sage Winery which has one of the best sampling opportunities in the area. As a group you can request to stop at your favourite Wineries or the Driver will make selections based on feedback. The bus will return to the campground around 4pm. – Please note there are two buses and both buses are now full.

Friday May 26th, 2017
10am – 5:30pm Registration Open– Visit Site C60 to pick up your name tags and registration packages.
Door Prizes please look in your registration package for a RED 50/50 draw ticket. If you find one please return to the registration table and claim your prize. Please note due to the large number of attendees not all attendees will receive a prize this year.
10:00am Wine Tour – PU at Clubhouse at 10am near the washrooms/laundry facilities (PLEASE Be Ready 10 mins. EARLY!). Cost is $65 per person for the day. (Please note this year it is pre-paid – You will be asked for payment upon registration)You will be visiting six different wineries, including the Silver Sage Winery which has one of the best sampling opportunities in the area. The bus will return to the campground around 4pm. – Please note there are three buses all buses are now full.

5:30pm – 6:30pm Spirit Hour - **Beer Exchange - Bring your favourite or local ale to share with other people. (If you bring six you take 6) **Wine Tasting - Bring your favorite bottle of wine to share with other people.

** Bottles left behind will be considered as part of the meet and greet dinner
6:30pm - Meet and Greet in the Clubhouse. Escape Trailer Industries will be having the Meet and Greet catered this year. Followed by some socializingon the Terrace of the Clubhouse.
Saturday, May 27, 2017
7am – 9:30am Pancake and French Toast Breakfast – (Pancakes Provided by Marlene & Dennis ‘Dad’, French Toast Provided by Jim & Lisa, Coffee provided by Barry & Cindy) In the clubhouse. Please bring your own place settings. (Plates and cutlery, beverage etc.)
9am Best Ball Scramble (Rules provided at the Course) - 9 holes to be played on the Sonara Dues Golf Course. The cost is $35 (Plus Tax) which includes a Power Cart. Golf Clubs are available for rent at the course. Prizes will be awarded following the tournament so please stick around until everyone has finished the course. Last year was a lot of fun. Please contact (Chris Young) for further information.
10:00am Wine Tour – PU at Clubhouse at 10am near the washrooms/laundry facilities (PLEASE Be Ready 10 Mins. EARLY!). Cost is $65 per person for the day. (Please note this year it is pre-paid – You will be asked for payment upon registration)You will be visiting six different wineries, including the Silver Sage Winery which has one of the best sampling opportunities in the area. As a group you can request to stop at your favourite Wineries or the Driver will make selections based on feedback. The bus will return to the campground around 4pm. – Please note there are two buses and both buses are now full.



10am – 2pmSwapping of the ‘Stuff’ – (Leon & Lindy Webster) If you have Stuff to give away, feel free to drop it at our campsite on the table. Please label the ‘Stuff’ with your name, site number and, if there is some special knowledge associated with your ‘Stuff’, please post it on a card or label of some sort. For example: One item I am going to give away is a set of pads for BAL stabilizers, however, they only work on pre – 2012 stabilizers. I am going to note that on a little card so that other folks aren't frustrated trying to fit them onto their new 2015 trailer. All your Stuff is to be given away rather than SOLD-- I can't be trusted with any funds, American, Canadian or otherwise. Stuff you take does not come with any warranty, implied or otherwise. However, Stuff may be returned or exchanged for other Stuff of equal or greater value so long as the exchanging is completed prior to 1:00 PM.
10am – 5:30pm Registration Open– Visit Site C60 to pick up your name tags and registration packages. Door Prizes please look in your registration package for a RED 50/50 draw ticket. If you find one please return to the registration table and claim your prize. Please note due to the large number of attendees not all attendees will receive a prize this year.
6pm- Pot Luck Dinner (Everyone is asked to provide one dish that will serve a minimum of 6 - 8 people) Please bring your own place settings. (Plates and cutlery, beverage etc.)
You can view the menu on the Escape Forum www.escapeforum.org If you cannot post your contribution. Please contact Escape Trailer Industries so we can update the menu.
Sunday, May 31, 2015
9am- Pot Luck Breakfast Yes COFFEE will be available but you MUST bring your Coffee Mug �� (Provided by Doug & Kathy). (Everyone is asked to provide one dish that will serve a minimum of four people) Please bring your own place settings. (Plates and cutlery, beverage etc.)
SOME THINGS TO REMEMBER:
ALL Gatherings require you to bring your own place settings. – Unless otherwise stated. This includes Plates, Cutlery, Beverage/Beverage Container etc. – Please remember to clean up behind yourself.
ALL Activities are organized by Volunteers – A ‘THANK YOU’ or offering hand often encourages Volunteers to come back again next year.
A Rally of this size does take some Organization, some Participation, and A LOT of Communication. Although we do our best not everything will be perfect. All we want is for you to have a good time and meet new friends and plan your next Escape.

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Question regarding Check-In and Wine Tours times...We are scheduled for the first wine tour on Thursday morning and see we need to be at the pick up site 9:50 for a 10AM departure...registration doesn't open until 10am on Thursday...how should we manage the payment for the Wine Tour since that was supposed to be taken care of at registration. Is there a registration time on Wed or early registration Thursday for those of us going on the tour bus? Thanks!