Cuatro Estados

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April 2025 Rally Report

March 30 - April 5 - St George, UT

St. George UT Rally March 30 – April 5 McArthur’s Temple View RV Park

Rally Masters: Connie & Collin Broughton. 11 RVs, 21 Attendees

SUNDAY, MARCH 30. Meet and Greet in the Clubhouse: Attendees were asked to play a matching game to get to know their fellow RVers - match last names, to first names, to hometowns.

Then the group was treated to Pulled Pork, Funeral Potatoes, and Red Gelatin provided by Collin & Connie Broughton, Utah Famous Green Jell-O provided by Sharee Scott, and more Funeral Potatoes provided by Klea Ford and Michelle Ranck. Everyone else brought a small potluck item. Thank you for all contributions!

Connie talked about Utah Favorite Foods, Utah favorite sports, Utah based trivia, etc. Then the group was fooled by an April Fools Schedule including Caving, Scuba Diving, Bungee Jumping, Canyoneering-Rock Climbing-Rappelling-Zip Lines or a 333 Step Challenge, Sky Diving, A Tour of the Hospital – on a stretcher or wheelchair, then leave town having fulfilled their “Bucket List” or having “Kicked the Bucket!”

Afterwards a Utah created game called “Help Your Neighbor” was played using small tin “Buckets” to roll the dice in.

Temple View RV catered an Ice Cream Social later in the evening.

MONDAY, MARCH 31, was packed with activities: Red Sandstone Quarry hike, Temple Quarry hike, Judd’s for Lunch or sack lunch, Town Square Water Splash Park where we played “I Spy” from a 12-Foot Long Dragon made from junk metal art. Everyone paired off and wrote what they could spy. Then the lists were read while everyone crossed off any item that someone else had. The winning couple was Michelle and Jeff Ranck. A few attendees rode the Carrousel. That evening Temple View hosted a Line Dance Class. Half of our group attended and had fun tripping over our own feet.

TUESDAY, April 1, was an unexpected April Fools Joke on Connie – when we arrived at 9am at Thunder Junction (an all-abilities park) to ride the train, a posted sign said the train didn’t start working until 11:00am. To fill the time, we went to the next location, Red Hills Desert Garden, to see low water use desert landscaping plants. Some hiked Pioneer Park afterwards. A few of us returned to Thunder Junction to ride the train. After lunch we had a guided tour of Dinosaur Discovery Site at Johnson Farm. That evening some attended Temple View’s Game Night.

WEDNESDAY, APRIL 2, was free day / nap day. In the evening we joined Temple View for their weekly potluck. Temple View provided entertainment – Ballet Folklorico Xochiquetzalli with such beautiful costumes for every dance they performed.

THURSDAY, APRIL 3, we gathered early to convoy to Zion National Park arriving early enough for everyone to get a free parking spot inside the park, YES! Some hiked the Pa’rus Trail, some rode the Shuttle and hiked the Riverside Walk, or part of the West Rim Trail, some went to Kolob and hiked there, and one obtained a permit and hiked Angels Landing. That evening some joined Temple RV for their weekly Bingo night. Everyone won something.

FRIDAY, APRIL 4, we convoyed to Santa Clara Heritage Clock just in time to see the doors open and the German music box style carrousel go round. The figures were dressed up Easter style. Then Connie told the story of the 2005 flood in the area and how brand new house after house crashed into the flood waters. Next we made our way to Tuacahn Amphitheatre to admire the outdoor theater setup. Then we went to Snow Canyon State Park to hike, bike and have a group picnic.

SATURDAY, APRIL 5, we convoyed to Silver Reef Ghost Town. Two animated volunteers gave us a personal tour of the museum with the area history and took us into a Replica Mine in the basement. After viewing the diorama and buildings in the area, we convoyed to the CCC – Civilian Conservation Corp buildings where 18-25 year-olds were given jobs during the depression. Then we made our way to the Boilers where we had picnic lunch. We enjoyed watching Mike ride his Segway. Most of us went on the Glitter Hole to mine selenite crystals. One couple took the drive through the Virgin River Gorge. That evening we sat in a circle in the clubhouse for Happy Hour. Gene Dorsey asked everyone where each of us would like to have rallies in the future and encouraged rally masters to step up to the plate.

SUNDAY, APRIL 6, most people left. Hopefully everyone fulfilled their “Bucket List”. No one kicked the bucket, thank goodness.

Pre Rally Activities included canoeing/paddleboarding on a couple of lakes in the area, the Vortex-Bowls Hike, and walking the paved trails near the RV park.

Other Activities included Pickleball and riding bicycles on the paved trails near the RV Park.

Post Rally Activities included practicing Shuffleboard, and the 333 Step Challenge.

Other Stuff. Not every RV arrived unscathed. One had a massive water leak inside their bedroom. One couple hit an ice storm that damaged a windshield wiper. Some had the RV repairman work on their RVs just because he was there.. One person fell and was thankfully aided by a fellow hiker, but eventually took a visit to Urgent Care where a man driving an Easter decorated indoor floor cleaning machine made everyone smile. One had foot trouble. One had pet trouble.

We were happy to have one non-member couple join us for most of the rally. They had to leave early to get to another scheduled commitment.

Favorite Activities - Santa Clara Heritage Clock, Zion National Park, Snow Canyon, Sunday Meet & Greet, Silver Reef Ghost Town with Mine Tour, and I Spy Dragon.

July 2025 Rally Report

Loving Our Land, Rally Report

July 20-27, 2025

Rally Masters- Gene & Rosie Dorsey / Pat & Gloria Romansik

On a pleasant Sunday afternoon, Sixteen rigs bearing thirty Cuatro Estado friends descended on Riverview RV Park. A taco bar was provided by the hosts supplemented with side dishes from the gang. Mrs. Osborn, dressed in period costume, gave us a talk about her exciting and challenging life being the second European woman n the Big Thompson Valley.

Monday morning we had a group photo at the Loveland Love Lock Sculpture with Lake Loveland in the background. After a stroll thru the CSU Annual Flower Garden, Pat lead us thru the CSU Campus and on to Severance for lunch at iconic Bruce’s Bar & Grill. They knew we were coming so had plenty of help to serve up Rocky Mountain Oysters to those brave enough to try them. A short drive took us thru Eaton, home of the Romansiks , and on to the Colorado Model Railroad museum where private tours had been arranged for us. Back at our pavilion, we held our annual meeting.

Tuesday with timed entry and National Parks passes in hand, eleven cars entered Rocky Mountain National Park. Art Dorsey, our trip guide gave us informative radio talks along the way as well as at the scenic stops we made along Trail Ridge Road. We all made it safely over the continental divide for a picnic lunch in a rented pavilion in historic Grand Lake. Bob Scott located Bob Scott”s Authentic Indian Jewelry, where of course he purchased a piece for Sharee.

Wednesday was a free day until we met at the Loveland Sweetheart Elks Lodge for an evening of Trivia. Cuatro Estados had six teams with one team winning a first place prize and another team the last place prize.

Early Thursday a lot of us drove to Cheyenne to take in the Frontier Day Parade. Pat had put together logistical maps for us and as worried as we were, everything worked out great. The parade was amazing, Frontier Park was bustling and the Rodeo was exciting. There were lots of vendors to choose lunch from, but no one purchased a turkey leg though.

Friday morning we met at the pavilion for a presentation by Northern Colorado Water about the rivers, dams, tunnels and canals so vitally important to this area. Then we took a leisurely, scenic drive to visit several of the dams we learned about. Friday evening, Mrs. F.O. Stanley gave us a very interesting history of she and Mr. Stanley’s journey from Main to Colorado for his health. We learned about his geometry and photographic inventions (which he sold to George Eastman) as well as the Stanley Steamer. She gave us a history of the Stanley Hotel as we would be visiting Estes Park the next day.

Saturday was an easy drive to Viestenz-Smith park along the Big Thompson, then thru Glen Haven and into Estes Park over Devil’s Gulch Road. We all found parking at the visitor center then broke up to ride the shuttles and find a place for lunch.

It was a busy, activity packed week, and we hope there was something for everyone. Thank you to all who joined and participated with us. It was an honor.

August 2025 Rally Report

Palisades Peach Festival

Bryce Canyon, UT

June 09-16

Rally Masters- Matt Bentson & Katrina Cooper

12 Aug Tue - Matt & Katrina served Pulled Pork BBQ with Coleslaw, Potato Salad, Chips & Cookies. We discussed the week's activities and schedule.

13 Aug Wed – We departed camp at 0900 and drove the Colorado National Monument. We visited the Welcome Center where a short film was shown. After that, we met at Independence Overlook for a group Photo (shown at Left). After the photo, we all split up to visit different overlooks. For the meal wa all met at The Hot Tomato in Fruita, CO and enjoyed flavorful Italian fare. .

14 Aug Thu – Free day. Pickle Ball was played. Walmarts were visited. Enstrom’s candies displayed their sweets. We gathered at 1745 in the Lounge as temperatures were higher than normal. The Costco Coconut Curry was not a hit. However the Ranck's meatballs were divine.

15 Aug Fri – 0830 The group caravanned up to the Grand Mesa drive. Land O Lakes overlook was spectacular followed by a visit at the Grand Mesa Visitor Center, Some hiked the nearby nature trail, while others ventured out to the Land's End Observatory.. Cedaredge overlook stop, We rendezvoused in Delta for lunch at the Fiesta Vallarta Mexican Restaurant, Some of us visited Drost’s Chocolates across the street. We met for Happy hour snacks. That evening we were treated to a Light rain. Enough to turn dust into rain spots on out vehicles.

16 Aug Sat – The crew departed at 0930 to park at the High School parking lot for a shittle to the Palisades Peach Festival. It was a very pleasant day in the park. At 1600 we gathered for Dinner at the Rockslide Brewery 3 miles away in downtown Grand Junction. Some folks walked down to listen to Darius Rucker while sitting outside the GJ Amphitheater.

17 Aug Sun – 3 Vehicles were early risers to caravan to the 0800 arrival at the Palisades Farmer’s Market which begins at 0900. We gathered at 1700 to Hangout at the Hub and say our farewells, wish Pat Romansik a Happy Birthday, and award the Peach Prize gift to Klea & Craig for finding the most hidden Peaches Katrina had placed during the week.

18 Aug Mon - All departed and arrived at their next destination safely.

It was an active, yet relaxing tempo of a Rally. Matt & Katrina were happy to host. Expect us to step up in 2027 to host another Rally. We are considering Flagstaff in May or June 2027