Mr. B’s 2026 Spring Music Spectacular

Third Call for Mr. B’s 2026 Spring Music Spectacular

 

Hello Dogwood Folks! This is third call for the upcoming Mr. B’s Bluegrass Spectacular on 30 April – 3 May 2026.  Ms. Billy Sue Goff (Concert Manager and good friend) has set aside 10 spots for us – all together. If more sign up, that’s fine, you just might not be right next door to us. But that’s OK because the campground is easily crossed in minutes from wherever you get parked. 

 

THINGS YOU NEED TO KNOW: 

 

1.  Bring four chairs, two to set up and leave in front of the stage for the weekend and two for the dining tables at our campsite. 

2.  To each meal, please bring your own plates, napkins, utensils, and drinks (except for juice and the alcohol offering). For folks new to Dogwood, this is a common practice for our rallies.   

 

On Wednesday evening (April 29^th for you early arrivers) we are doing a potluck supper; Jean and I will bring fried chicken for all. Feel free to bring a side or dessert to go with it.  We are finalizing the meal plans and I think you’re going to like the brunch menu. Brunches for the next three days will be as follows: 

 

Thursday morning, 9:30 am - Tequila Sunrises, with 

·     Quiches 

·     Sausage Links 

·     Potatoes & onions 

·     Fruit bowl, & Juices 

 

Friday morning, 9:30 am – Bloody Marys, with 

·     Pancakes  

·     Bacon, syrup, butter 

·     Eggs to order 

·     Oranges & Juices 

 

Saturday morning, 9:30 am – Margaritas, with 

·     Make your own burrito breakfast with Tortillas and

·     Scrambled eggs 

·     Ground sausage 

·     Cheese, Sour cream

·     Spanish rice, onions & peppers 

·     Juices & Fruit 

 

So if you haven’t already, please call Ms. Billy Sue Goff at 757-660-8904 and get your reservation in for the festival. Tell her you are with Dogwood and see the Dogwood Blog Site for details, show list and directions – we hope to see you there! 

 

Address: Mr. B’s

7243 Gatewood Road

Woodford, Va 22580

 

Directions:

Located off of old Historic Route 1. This is on the West side of I-95 between Thornburg (Exit 118) and Ladysmith (Exit 110) – 20 minutes south of Fredericksburg, VA

 

 

Ed & Jean Herbert 

540-760-4181 

 

 

2026 Mr B's Rally Registration Form

2026 Mr B's Flyer - Front

2026 Mr B's Flyer - Back

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(Originally Published 2/13/2016)

Hello Dogwood! This is the second call for the upcoming Mr. B’s Bluegrass Spring Music Spectacular on 30 Apr – 2 May 2026. Like last year, it will be held at Mr. B’s Event Park in Woodford, VA – on the west side of old Route 1 just north of the Ladysmith exit off I-95. Ms. Billie Sue Goff (Event Director and good friend of the club) has set aside 10 spots for us – all together. If more sign up, that’s fine, you just might not be right next door to us. But that’s OK because the campground is easily crossed in minutes from wherever you get parked. The directions and signup sheet are below.

 

Jean and I are hosting again for the brunch. Like last year, music starts at noon and goes to 10:00 pm without a dinner break. We are putting together the brunch plans. At this point, on Wednesday evening, April 29^th, (for you early arrivers) we will be doing a potluck supper; Jean and I will bring fried chicken for all. Feel free to bring a side or dessert to go with it.  

 

Brunches for the next three days (30 Apr – 2 May) will start around 9:30 am and will include all the good food and drinks we are known for. So if you haven’t already, call Ms. Billie Sue Goff at 757-660-8904 and get your reservation site in for the festival. See you there! 

 

Jean & Ed Herbert    

540-760-4180

 

Address: 

Mr. B’s

7243 Gatewood Road

Woodford, VA 22580

 

Directions:

Located off of old Historic Route 1. This is on the West side of I-95 between Thornburg (Exit 118) and Ladysmith (Exit 110) – 20 minutes south of Fredericksburg, VA

2026 Mr B's Rally Registration Form

2026 Mr B's Flyer - Front

2026 Mr B's Flyer - Back

 

Dogwood 30th Anniversary Rally

1996 ~ FRVA Dogwood Chapter ~ 2026

UPDATED 3/20/2026

 

 

Hello Dogwood Family, hope all is well.

 

In February, we announced the dates and location for the Dogwood 30th Anniversary rally. Since that time we have coordinated with the campground and are now providing Dogwood members with additional information about the rally.  

 

Rally Location:    Rockahock Campground

                             1428 Outpost Road

                             Lanexa, VA 23089

                             804 966-8362

 

Rally Dates: Thursday, July 23 - Sunday, July 26, 2026

 

We have reserved 34 sites at Rockahock and they have now been released to Dogwood. If you want to arrive early or stay later, you may do so as long as the site is available. We would suggest that you make your reservation as soon as possible as we are expecting a good turnout. If you have a problem contacting the campground, leave a message and they will return your call. Sites are as follows:

 

Standard sites 402-404 and 406-427

 

Sites are $62.00 + tax nightly Sun-Thur and $72.00 + tax nightly Fri-Sat.

Standard sites are close to pavilion, on gravel and pull-thru, FHU 50A.

 

Patio sites 463-467 and 469-472

 

Sites are $72.00 + tax nightly Sun-Thur and $82.00 + tax nightly Fri-Sat.

Sites are not as close to pavilion, have a concrete patio and are back-in, FHU 50A.

 

They also have Deluxe sites for $82/$92.00 per night. These sites are asphalt back-in and are available, but we do not have any reserved.

 

NOTES:

·      There is a 10% discount for Military and First Responders.

·      When you make your reservation, let them know that you are with the Dogwood 30th Anniversary Group.

 

We also have the Pavilion reserved from Thursday morning until Sunday evening at no cost as long as we have at least 15 coaches, and that should not be a problem. 

 

The campground asks the following:

 

1.    The Group will respect all campground property and leave areas as found.

2.    The Group will obey campground rules, regulations and policies, and will comply with all local, state, and federal laws regarding alcoholic beverages, firearms, fireworks, and the dumping of waste water on the ground. 

3.    Fishing Barge - Individuals who fish should hold a valid Virginia fishing license or temporary permit. (Available online.)

 

As we get closer to the date of the rally, we will be sending out additional information on meals, rally fees, activities, etc that we are planning. Plan on attending as it is going to be a great rally. You won't be disappointed.  

 

Safe travels and we will see you in July.

 

Your Hosts,

 

Jim and Susan Buelow       757-876-7399

Paul Cummings                  757-508-5301

Ed and Jean Herbert          540-760-4180

Connie and Ed Tilman        804-513-7274

Jack and Mary Warren       757-270-5844

 

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(Original Posting - 2/7/2026)

Hello Dogwood Family, hope all is well.

 

We are pleased to announce that the Dogwood 30th Anniversary Rally is now official. It will be held  Thursday July 23 through Sunday July 26, 2026 at Rockahock Campground in Lanexa, VA. This is the initial announcement and more information will be forthcoming as plans are made.

 

Tentative hosts at this time include:

Jim and Susan Buelow

Paul Cummings

Ed and Jean Herbert

Connie and Ed Tilman

Jack and Mary Warren

 

We have reserved 32 sites along with the rally pavilion. Rates are as follows:

 

Standard site:    3 nights  $206 + tax

                           weekly   $342 + tax

 

Premium site:   3 nights   $236 + tax

                         weekly     $396 + tax

 

Deluxe site:      3 nights   $266 + tax     

                         weekly     $450 + tax

 

A 10% discount is available to active/retired military and First Responders. 

 

NOTE: very important. Do not call and make your reservations yet. I will inform you when to do so.

 

What I and the campground need at this time is whether or not you wish to stay longer than 3 days. If you desire to come in before the 23rd or stay after the 26th, or stay for a week, I and the campground need to know that for site reservation purposes.

 

If you plan on attending only 3 days, no need to respond to this email. If you plan on staying longer, simply send me a short note indicating your intentions. Once we have that information, I will notify all members when it is OK to make your reservations.

 

We look forward to seeing you at the 30th anniversary celebration, so please plan on attending and get ready for a lot of "FUN, FOOD, and FRIENDSHIP".

 

If applicable, please respond to this email NLT February 22, 2026.

 

Send to:

jandsbuelow@aol.com

 

Thank you and Safe Travels,

Jim Buelow

757 876-7399

 

  

Dogwood Florida Dinner Gathering

It's time for a Dogwood Florida Dinner Gathering 😀

I am planning a 3:15pm "Early Bird" Florida dinner on Wednesday, March 11, 2026, at Texas Roadhouse, 2457 S. Hwy 27, Clermont, FL.  Ed and Jean Herbert are planning to visit FL so let's get the Dogwood Chapter together.  

I will need a head count by March 4.  

 

Clint and Pat Allen and Ed and I will be attending.  Let me know if you would like to join us. 

 

 

Connie Tilman 

804-513-7274 

Dogwood-Penn Coachmen Co-Rally in Luray VA

First Call for the Dogwood-Penn Coachmen Co-Rally August 10-14, 2026

 

Hey Dogwood and Penn Coachmen – 

this is first call for signups to our upcoming co-rally.

 

• Dates: August 10-14, 2026. 
• Place: Spacious Skies/Shenandoah Views Campground, Luray, Virginia. 
• 3402 Kimball Rd.
• Luray, VA 22835
• 540-743-7222

 

Spacious Skies/Shenandoah Views (https://spaciousskiescampgrounds.com/shenandoah-views/contact/) is about a mile from Luray Caverns right on Rt. 340 and is literally on top of a hill. You drive up a short hill to it and then on the flat top (kind of like a Mesa) there is the campground – a big square grassy plain in the middle with about 85 RV campsites around it – all with full hookups. No need for golf carts, the campground is flat as a pancake. We can easily walk from one site to the next or across the center plain. The campground is a mile from Luray Caverns and downtown Luray. Rather than a meeting hall, they have a Group Yurt –a  big tent with tables that can take up to 36 people, but no kitchen or sink furniture.  They do have an open pavilion that we can use as well. We will have to do our cooking in our own spaces, or have dinner catered. Plan on bringing chairs, folding tables and pop-up tents if you have them. 

 

Your Hosts will be Jean & Ed Herbert (Dogwood, 540-760-4180) and Phyllis & Eric Britz (Penn Coachmen, 484-599-0609). We have 30 sites reserved for the rally and when you call to make the reservations (540-743-7222)  be sure to tell them you are part of the Dogwood-Penn Coachmen Co-rally. Prices range  $70-80/night  and we will get a 20 % discount off that for being a large group. The campground books up early so get your reservations in by 30 April, 2026, Note there will also be a $25/person Rally fee. Registration info is below, and details on meals and events to follow.

Click here for Registration Form pdf

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Registration for the Dogwood-Penn Coachmen Co-rally 10-14 August 2026

 

Cutoff date for Rally registration is 30 April, 2026. Rally fee is $25 per person.

 

• Name(s) of attendees: ________________________________
•  
• Number of attendees times $25.00 =                   _________
•  
• Total enclosed =                                                _________

 

Please make checks payable to Jean Herbert (not Dogwood or Penn Coachmen); and please mail registration to:

 

Jean Herbert

3216 Cavalry Ridge Ct

Fredericksburg, VA 22408

 

 

Dogwood Christmas Rally 2025

Greetings Dogwood!!

 

Dogwood Christmas Rally 2025

12/04 through 12/07

 

Rockahock Campground

Lanexa VA 

 

November Update.

This is our current Agenda:

 

Thursday: 4 pm. bring heavy hors d’oeuvres to share

 

Friday: Free until 4 for happy hour  (*we are asking attendees to bring a light hors d’oeuvres to share)

Followed by a lasagna dinner and dessert at 5ish

We thought it would be fun to play a game of 'Left, Right and Center'  Bring $3 ones a piece to play this fun game and possibly win some $$

 

Saturday:  A full breakfast at 9, bring your coffee, breakfast will be followed by a business meeting

Free time until 4 for happy hour *(we are asking attendees to bring a light hors d’oeuvres to share)

Followed by a ham dinner at 5ish and dessert

Each rig is encouraged to bring a $25 wrapped gift per RIG for the Yankee exchange

 

*If your last name begins with A- L bring a light hors d’oeuvres Friday 

*If your last name begins with M-Z bring a light hors d’oeuvres Saturday

 

Sunday morning, we will have a continental breakfast, which will culminate out Christmas Rally

 

Bring your drinks, plates, utensils to all meals

 

Looking forward to seeing everyone

Patty

(Posted 10/1/2025)

Happy Fall!!  Hope everyone is  enjoying the cooler beauty of fall!  Time has gone by so quickly and we don't want you to forget to RSVP for the Christmas Rally.  

 

It will be held at Rockahock Campground and officially begin on Friday night, Dec 5 for dinner.  That said, most Dogwooders come Thursday night, and we will get together in the Pavilion for hors d’oeuvres.  Please bring something to share and your favorite beverage.  

 

Your hosts, the Kuikens, Hills, Hunters, and Warrens, will provide a lasagna dinner Friday night, followed by a game of “Left-Right-Center”.  Please bring 3 $1 bills each to participate. 

 

Saturday morning your hosts will provide a full breakfast.  

 

Saturday night is our annual Christmas Party, your hosts will provide a ham dinner.  This will be followed by a crazy night of Yankee gift exchange.  Please bring a wrapped gift valued at $25 per rig to participate.  This always gets a little crazy!!  I am really enjoying the beautiful quilt I won last year made by Mary Lou.

 

Sunday morning your hosts will provide a continental breakfast!

 

Please RSVP by Thanksgiving and reserve your campsite soon.  Half of the reserved sites are being released today (Oct 1st) and the remainder will be released on Oct 31st.  

 

The cost is $25 per person for the weekend and for children under 12, $12.50.  

 

Please bring your money to pay at the rally and you can text me to RSVP.

 

Patty  

540-760-5590

(Posted 8/13/2025)

 

The rally fee is $25 per person.  And will be collected by the Hosts, during that weekend.

Campground contact phone number is 804-966-8362, located at 1428 Outpost Road, Lanexa VA 23089

 

Campsites are being held under the DOGWOOD name.   

 

Please start making reservations now.

 

Hosts for this year will be posting more info soon.

Dogwood Rally at Old Mill Stream Campground

Lancaster Rally - Final Update

 

The rally is close and ready to enjoy. Rally fee is $20 per person collected on site..

 

Thursday evening - 5:30pm social. Bring snacks to share along with your favorite beverage.

 

Friday Breakfast provided by hosts.  Showtime is at 3pm so we need to leave at 2pm. Suggested we get there 45 minutes early. We are planning dinner out at a Buffet after the show if interested. We will get a head count on Thursday.

 

Saturday Breakfast provided by hosts. Dinner provided by hosts.

 

Sunday Continental Breakfast provided by hosts as we depart.

 

Please bring your plates, utensils and something to drink to all meals.

 

If you arrive early on Wednesday, you are welcome to join us for dinner out. Please let Pattie Kuiken or Terry Tenney know if you want to join.

(Update Post - 7/31/2025)

Lancaster Rally – July Update

 

We currently have 21 attendees and 19 going to the Theatre. There is still time to join, and I have a few campsites and tickets remaining. We will be releasing the Sight & Sound tickets not used by 5 August. 

 

Please email or call if you want tickets.

email:  darrel@tenney1.com  

or 240-298-5553

RALLY DETAILS

Thursday the 11^th:  Arrive and appetizers at 5pm

Friday the 12^th:  Breakfast provided by hosts; Sight & Sound show at 3 but arrive early.  Dinner out at Buffet to be named.

Saturday the 13^th:  Breakfast by hosts, free day and dinner by hosts.

Sunday:  Depart.

 

More details and a Rally Registration Form are coming soon!

(Original Post - 5/8/2025)

Hello Dogwood!

This is a call for all interested in the September 11-14 (Thur-Sun) rally in Lancaster. The Kuikens and Tenneys are hosting this year. Details of meals and Rally fees are forthcoming. 

I have some sites reserved at the Old Mill Stream Campground under the DOGWOOD name, and if you contact me I will give you a site number and you can arrange payment directly with the campground.

On Friday the 12^th, our outing is to Sight & Sound Theatre to see a live performance of NOAH. The show starts at 3:00 and lasts 2 hours and 30 minutes with an intermission break. If you haven’t been to see one of their show, I highly recommend it.  

“This landmark production takes you on board one of the world’s best-known voyages as live animals fill the stage and aisles.”   https://www.sight-sound.com/

I have reserved a block of tickets at ~$100 each. Please contact me for tickets and arrange payment directly to me as we are getting a group discount assuming we sell enough tickets.

My mailing address for payment is: 19645 Tower Hill Road, Leonardtown MD. 20650. 

Dell & Terry Tenney

240-298-5553 or 240-925-0023