Oliver 2025 Rally?

[jd1923]

Searched this forum, far and wide, using so many keywords (rally, meet, national, lake, guntersville, 2025, etc.). Is there not a thread re the 2025 Oliver National Rally? Where is this advertised? What are the dates...

Edited Thursday at 10:02 AM by jd1923

[rich.dev]

John I think this is it….

Oliver 2025 Rallies

 1. Lake Guntersville State Park
Guntersville, AL
April 30 - May 4, 2025

 2. Texas Oliver Rally 2025 is set at Lake Mineral Wells State Park  Oct 21, 2025 - Oct 23, 2025 

 

[Shawna and Scott]

On the Oliver home page under the "resources"  drop down is the "annual rally". It has the address, dates, and when registration will open or if it is open you can register.

 

Scott

 

[Ollie-Haus]

https://olivertraveltrailers.com/events/

[John Dorrer]

JD on the website as noted. You need to make your camping reservation first.

Sometime in the next 30+/- days Oliver will post on the website for people to register with Oliver for the Rally and pay the fee. 

 

You have get your campsite first.

[John Dorrer]

JD here you go.

[MAX Burner]

FYI:  We were able to make our reservations for the '25 Owners Rally before we departed LGSP last year.  For veterans who have yet to secure a rally site, don't forget to ask for the discount when making your 2025 reservation.

Looking forward to seeing everyone again this year!

Safe travels, All!

Edited Thursday at 01:46 PM by MAX Burner

[Patriot]

 

Also important to note LGSP use to allow just a 1 day deposit for your site for the following years rally registration. Last year when making our reservations for the 2025 rally, we learned the park changed their policy and now you must be paid in full when you reserve your site for the entire stay at the rally. 

@MAX Burner great reminder on the military discount. 👍🏻🫡🇺🇸
Looking forward to seeing everyone at this year’s rally! 🇺🇸

Edited Thursday at 09:47 PM by Patriot

[Joe and Janet Childers]

This will be our first year attending.  Is there an area we should try to reserve a site in?.  I noticed all the cement pads sites were already reserved.  Lol. We have a site and figure this year will be our learn to learn about the event.  Looking forward to meeting more owners.

 

[Joe and Janet Childers]

Just now, Joe and Janet Childers said:

This will be our first year attending.  Is there an area we should try to reserve a site in?.  I noticed all the cement pads sites were already reserved.  Lol. We have a site and figure this year will be our learn to learn about the event.  Looking forward to meeting more owners.

 

Hull #588, LE II 2020

[topgun2]

1 hour ago, Joe and Janet Childers said:

Is there an area we should try to reserve a site in?.  

Mostly this depends on where and/or how you like to camp.

Due to a storm several years ago, the sites closer to the water tend to not be as shady as those further away from the water.  Also, the "vendor" area, the "beach pavilion" (where in year's past a number of presentations have been made/held) and dog park  are located closer to the end of the campground where the camp office/store is located.

Many of the sites that one might consider "better" have already been reserved.  However, as a general comment - most of the sites are decent and it is generally a very good campground.

If you have specific needs be sure to mention that to the park personnel when you make your reservation.

Bill

p.s.  there are a number of YouTube videos that show both the park and the campground like THIS and THIS and THIS.  Also, see THIS video by one of our own members/owners which was filmed at last year's Rally.

Edited Thursday at 11:31 PM by topgun2
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[Geronimo John]

11 hours ago, MAX Burner said:

 For veterans who have yet to secure a rally site, don't forget to ask for the discount when making your 2025 reservation.

What a great discount!  Thanks.                                    lol

[topgun2]

Joe & Janet - 

A few more quick thoughts since you are "first timers" - 

1 - bring a camera.  You will not remember all of the things you see.  A picture will help several months down the road to jog your memory of that mod you thought was interesting.

2 - bring a notebook for many of the same reasons you bring a camera.

3 - bring good walking shoes.  I think that you will find that one of the better benefits of attending the Rally is meeting and talking to other owners.  This is best done by simply grabbing that camera and notebook and going for a walk. 

4 - bring a bike.  For many of the same reasons as #3 above.  Also, depending on where you are camped, a bike can make quick work of getting down to the vendor area, the Beach Pavilion, camp store/check-in or simply to another campsite.  A bike certainly isn't necessary but it can save some walking/driving.  Unless you are an exceptional biker - don't even think about biking up to the Lodge for presentations and seminars.  The hill is fairly steep.

5 - be mindful of wildlife.  Early in the morning and at dusk the deer really do come out and they are not afraid of humans and vehicles.  Also, particularly if you are camped up near the road note that there have been reports of snakes seeking the warmth of the asphalt.  I've never noticed a poisonous snake but a bite is a bite - just keep an eye out if you tend to walk around after sunset.  There really aren't many but ---

6 - be sure to save some time to relax.  Usually I get back home from the Rally really tired.  The State Park is really pretty - be sure to schedule watching the sunset from up at the Lodge deck or from down by the water.  If you see a group around a campfire or even someone simply relaxing outside their Ollie, grab a chair and ask to join them.

7 - never leave your Ollie with the awning deployed.  A few years ago a sudden storm came up and at least four Ollies had the awning destroyed.  Even last year a sudden storm nearly claimed an awning or two.

8 - with reference to #3 above - Do not be afraid to approach people or simply knock on a door.  Most of us love to talk about these trailers and are more than happy to show you what we mods have done.

9 - if you have (business) cards bring them.  This will save you a bunch of time giving out this information if you chose to do so.

10 -  don't worry about what to bring.  We are all camping!  Attire for the opening meeting will range from shorts and t-shirts to business slacks and collared shirt.  Most will have nice jeans and a golf type polo or shirt.  Always bring a sweater or light jacket when going up to the Lodge - there ae times when the air conditioning can be a bit cool.  In this same vein a hat and sun glasses are always a good idea when going down near the lake.  For supplies - there are a couple of grocery stores in Guntersville to include a nice Publix.  There are also hardware stores and the like.  There are a number of nice casual restaurants in town too.

 11 - finally, as with virtually all things, don't be afraid to ask for recommendations, to borrow just about anything, advice on how to fix just about all things related to your Oliver, etc..  There will be plenty of owners in attendance that will be more than willing to help with just about anything you might need.

Bill

[John Dorrer]

1 hour ago, topgun2 said:

Joe & Janet - 

A few more quick thoughts since you are "first timers" - 

1 - bring a camera.  You will not remember all of the things you see.  A picture will help several months down the road to jog your memory of that mod you thought was interesting.

2 - bring a notebook for many of the same reasons you bring a camera.

3 - bring good walking shoes.  I think that you will find that one of the better benefits of attending the Rally is meeting and talking to other owners.  This is best done by simply grabbing that camera and notebook and going for a walk. 

4 - bring a bike.  For many of the same reasons as #3 above.  Also, depending on where you are camped, a bike can make quick work of getting down to the vendor area, the Beach Pavilion, camp store/check-in or simply to another campsite.  A bike certainly isn't necessary but it can save some walking/driving.  Unless you are an exceptional biker - don't even think about biking up to the Lodge for presentations and seminars.  The hill is fairly steep.

5 - be mindful of wildlife.  Early in the morning and at dusk the deer really do come out and they are not afraid of humans and vehicles.  Also, particularly if you are camped up near the road note that there have been reports of snakes seeking the warmth of the asphalt.  I've never noticed a poisonous snake but a bite is a bite - just keep an eye out if you tend to walk around after sunset.  There really aren't many but ---

6 - be sure to save some time to relax.  Usually I get back home from the Rally really tired.  The State Park is really pretty - be sure to schedule watching the sunset from up at the Lodge deck or from down by the water.  If you see a group around a campfire or even someone simply relaxing outside their Ollie, grab a chair and ask to join them.

7 - never leave your Ollie with the awning deployed.  A few years ago a sudden storm came up and at least four Ollies had the awning destroyed.  Even last year a sudden storm nearly claimed an awning or two.

8 - with reference to #3 above - Do not be afraid to approach people or simply knock on a door.  Most of us love to talk about these trailers and are more than happy to show you what we mods have done.

9 - if you have (business) cards bring them.  This will save you a bunch of time giving out this information if you chose to do so.

10 -  don't worry about what to bring.  We are all camping!  Attire for the opening meeting will range from shorts and t-shirts to business slacks and collared shirt.  Most will have nice jeans and a golf type polo or shirt.  Always bring a sweater or light jacket when going up to the Lodge - there ae times when the air conditioning can be a bit cool.  In this same vein a hat and sun glasses are always a good idea when going down near the lake.  For supplies - there are a couple of grocery stores in Guntersville to include a nice Publix.  There are also hardware stores and the like.  There are a number of nice casual restaurants in town too.

 11 - finally, as with virtually all things, don't be afraid to ask for recommendations, to borrow just about anything, advice on how to fix just about all things related to your Oliver, etc..  There will be plenty of owners in attendance that will be more than willing to help with just about anything you might need.

Bill

Awesome Advise👍

[mossemi]

On 1/29/2025 at 10:46 PM, jd1923 said:

Searched this forum, far and wide, using so many keywords (rally, meet, national, lake, guntersville, 2025, etc.). Is there not a thread re the 2025 Oliver National Rally? Where is this advertised? What are the dates...

I know I’m a little late to this party, but this search format always works for me.  Just change the verbiage between the 'single quotes'.

site:olivertraveltrailers.com 'oliver owners rally'

Mossey

Edited Saturday at 03:54 PM by mossemi
Add search text

[Patriot]

3 hours ago, mossemi said:

I know I’m a little late to this party, but this search format using Google always works for me.  Just change the verbiage between the 'single quotes'.

Mossey

It does from me too. 😊 🇺🇸

[ScottyGS]

On 1/31/2025 at 10:14 AM, topgun2 said:

 

7 - never leave your Ollie with the awning deployed.  A few years ago a sudden storm came up and at least four Ollies had the awning destroyed.  Even last year a sudden storm nearly claimed an awning or two.

 

I remember seeing that storm come across the lake... we got some awnings in before it hit.  It sure was a corker.