LOCAL

March 9th   Seabee day. Meet at 3310 17th st for an 8am departure to the base.

March 14-16  Just a Loafin Rally  Vehicle rally swap meet trail ride Samson, Al. Lamar Rowland 334-313-6040

March 16th  Walker La. (new show) www.ww2memorialweekend.com . 8am to 5pm 

April 12-13 Gulf Coast Rally at the USS Alabama Military Park. Vehicle display and swapmeet

May17-19 Trail of Honor at the Harley Shop in Jackson

May 25-26 Display at Vicksburg Military Park

NATIONAL

Pennsylvania, March 2, 2013: Annual Redball Militaria and MV Parts Swap Meet at Memorial Park Hall on East 10th St. Two blocks east of Route 903, Jim Thorpe, PA. Vendor set-u Friday 1 March from 9 am to 5 pm. Contact: Jim Gilmore; (570) 325-5216; jgilmore@ptd.net  or visit: www.redballonline.org/jimthorpeshow .

Kentucky, March 8 – 9, 2013: The Winter Board of Directors Meeting of the Military Vehicle Preservation Association at the Crowne Plaza Hotel, 830 Phillips Lane, Louisville, KY. On Friday from 4 – 9 p.m., and Saturday from 8 a.m. – 6 p.m. All active members are welcome to attend.

Texas, March 22 & 23, 2013: The Museum of the American G.I. Open House 2013, in cooperation with Mullins Jeep Parts. Flea market opens at 9 a.m. daily, with vehicle displays Saturday morning, and a 2 p.m. re-enactment. The Museum of the American G.I.is a living history museum preserving the equipment, uniforms and memories of the American Serviceman. A $25 tax deductible vending or RV camping fee will be charged. BMJP will be open both days, but closed during the re-enactment. For more information visit: www.mullinsjeepparts.com.

California, April 6, 2013: 21st Annual AIRSHOW 2013 at , 6951 Flight Rd., Riverside Airport, Riverside, CA. this event is sponsored by the Riverside Airport and the Inland Empire MVPA, from 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. Aerobatics, antique and classic Warbirds, historic military vehicles, kiddies’ carnival, and fun for all are part of the plans. Admission is free, and parking is $10 per car. There will also be judging and trophies. Contact: (951) 682-1771, fax; (951) 686-2415 or visit: www.riversideairshow.com.

North Carolina, April 11 – 13, 2013: Military Vehicle and Collector Show at the Denton Farm Park, 1072 Cranford Rd., Denton, NC. Over 140 acres for trail rides, vendor spaces, abundant shade, concessions, restrooms and showers are on included amenities. To reserve camp sites contact: (336) 859-2755. Admission: $10 for a weekend pass; $5.00 weekend pass for active and retired military. Sponsored by J&R Productions, for information or vendor spaces contact: Jim Henry; (704) 983-5940 days, (910) 439-6292 evenings, or Bob Jeffreys; (910) 980-0771; kjeffreys08@aol.com.

Alabama, April 12 & 13, 2013: Gulf Coast Rally at the USS Alabama, Mobile, AL sponsored by the Dixie Division Military Vehicle Club. The annual show at the USS Alabama Battleship Park, Battleship Parkway, Mobile Bay, is a fun, enjoyable event, that will enjoyed by all, giving MVPA members the chance to meet with the members of the Mississippi Coast Watchers, Deep South, and First Florida Clubs in what is always an upbeat swap meet and HMV show. Contact: Johnny Lawrence; (334) 745-5091 or jmlawrence@mindspring.com .

Texas, April 13, 2013: 12th Annual Medal of Honor Recipient Program and Parade at Gainesville, TX, voted 2012 America’s Most Patriotic City, and the nations only Medal of Honor Host City Program. The parade concludes a 4-day event, and welcomes any and all military vehicles to participate. Contact: bmeeks77@gmail.com  or visit: www.camphowzemvpa.com   for more information.

California, April 14-21, 2013: Camp Delta at Tower Park. The largest annual MV swap meet and MV rally in the West is hosted by the Military Vehicle Collectors of California. Location is the Stockton/Delta KOA at Tower Park Resort, 6 miles west of Lodi on Route 12. 200 MVs expected. Campsite fee is your only vendor cost. NO admission, registration, or parking fees. Large, mostly shady, grassy full-hookup campsites, dry camping, KOA Kabins. US Navy & USMC Vehicle display Friday with a People’s Choice contest and cash awards from a commercial sponsor. Watercraft also invited. Awards for Longest Distance Driving a MV, Longest Distance Transporting a MV, and Hard Luck Award. Living history displays, raffle, BBQ dinners, restaurant with bar, marina, boat ramp, store, ice cream shop. Pool with water features for the kids plus adult pool, spa. Camping space is limited! Contact our own JoAnn Lesser at mamalesser@yahoo.com  or 408-238-8277. KOA is not authorized to assign sites for the Spring meet. Activities Coordinator is John Neuenburg at in_garage@hotmail.com  or 415-491-1601. For general info see www.MVCCNews.net. 

Italy, April 25 – 27, 2013: Column of Liberation: A WWII military vehicle tour to celebrate the liberation of Italy at the North Apennines Po Valley Park. For more information visit: www.napv.it. 

New Jersey, April 27 & 28, 2013: Military Transport Association’s Swap Meet at Sussex County Fairgrounds, Augusta, NJ. Vendors, vehicles, exhibits, displays, and much more are in the plans. Saturday 8 a.m. – 6 p.m., Sunday 8 a.m. – 3 p.m. for a $5.00 admission. Children under 12 FREE. Vendors contact: spaces@mtaswapmeet.com  or visit: www.mtaswapmeet.com .

Pennsylvania, May 4, 2013: The Jake’s Military Rally and Flea Market will be held on these dates at Jake’s Flea Market on Rt. 100 in Barto, PA. It will be hosted by the GPA. The rally starts at 0700 and there is no rain date. Spaces are $15 each or two for $25. Bring your surplus military items and/or your HMV for a good day out. Contact: Bob Dell; rbard1@verizon.net,  (610) 222-4645.

Maryland, May 9-11, 2013: 40th Annual East Coast Military Vehicle Rally at Aberdeen’s Ripken Stadium, Maryland. The 680+ all weather, paved spaces are always a sellout. The event will feature historic military vehicles, tents, militaria, in…signia, collectibles, knives, bayonets, gun parts, electronics, surplus, uniforms, models, parts, books and much more. Large vehicle display area, Friday night auction, tours of world famous Aberdeen Military Museum are just 5 minutes away. Great for military vehicle enthusiasts, scouts, vets, campers, collectors, modelers, re-enactors, history buffs. 8 May vender move in, 12 May clean-up and depart. This non-profit event benefits Veterans Organizations. Details at: http://www.militaryvehicleshow.com or call: (800) 730-6621.

Michigan, May 10, 2013: 7th Annual Driven to Victory Military Remembrance Show at the Van Hoosen Farm, Rochester Hills, Mi, sponsored by the Arsenal of Democracytm and the Rochester Hills Historical Museum. There will be a Pacific themed public battle, and a battle between the Allied and German forces. Breakfast and lunch will be provided for all re-enactors and vehicle owners. There will be displays of historic military vehicles, historical lectures, military vendors, and more. Contact: John Lind; jlind22@comcast.net  or visit www.driventovictory.com.

Ohio, May 17 – 19, 2013: 26th Annual Findlay Show and Armed Forces Day Celebration at the Hancock County Fairgrounds, Findlay, OH Military Vehicle show and Swap Meet. This year we will be honoring Vietnam Veterans, and recognizing the 50th Anniversary of United States’ involvement in the Vietnam War sponsored by the Findlay Military Association. Contact: Roger Neff; (419) 387-7263 or John Cheney; (419) 257-2388, or visit www.finhanmilitary.org  for more information.

Connecticut, June 8, 2013: 36th annual Connecticut Military Vehicle Show and Flea Market, NEW LOCATION: Four Town Fairgrounds, 56 Egypt Rd., Somers, CT. Contact: Bob Artiboni; (860) 798-5344 or visit: www.comvec.org.

Michigan, June 14 – 15, 2013: Motor Muster at Greenfield Village, Dearborn, MI. You must register with the Henry Ford Museum www.thehenryford.org/events/MotorMuster.aspx . For questions contact: John Lind; jlind22@comcast.net.

Ohio, June 14 – 16, 2013: Armor Fest, north of Alliance, OH, sponsored by the Marlboro Volunteers, Inc., a military history and educational organization. Admission is $3.00 each or $10 for a carload, or 1 free with a military vehicle. Vendors welcome. All military vehicles are welcome. Visit www.marlborovolunteersinc.com  for details; listed under events.

Nebraska, June 15 – 23, 2013: Announcing the 654 mile, eight day HMV adventure beginning at Fort Robinson, NE traveling north to Fort Meade, SD, then west to Devil’s Tower, WY and returning to Fort Robinson. Average daily mileage would be 84 miles allowing time to sightsee. The longest daily distance will be 120 miles while the shortest is only 56 miles. Overnight stops will be at places, which offer campsite, cabin or lodge accommodations. Come and join us for a day or the whole route. The event kicks off with activities and a trail ride in the beautiful Pine Ridge area of northwestern Nebraska’s Fort Robinson State Park. Participation is open to and free for MVPA members and guests, but there is an enlistment brochure fee of $20.00 per vehicle registered by 31 December 2012. This will cover the cost of printing, mailing and handling of the thirty-four page details and route description. Vehicles must be capable of 40 MPH although the average speed will be 35 MPH. The convoy is limited to 15 HMVs so sign up ASAP! Contact Terry Johns: halftrackjohns@att.net,  (314) 522-6781, 9 – 10 AM CST. Details can be viewed at www.mvpa.org.

Washington, July 13 & 14, 2013: 15th Annual Olympic Air Show hosted by the Olympic Flight Museum, 7637-A Old Highway 99 SE, Olympia, WA is the largest “Warbird Only” event in the Northwest. Aircraft from all eras, WWII encampment, aerobatics, and youth activities are all pa of the event, plus there will be concession on site. Contact: (360) 705-3925 or visit: www.olympicflightmuseum.com .

Michigan, July 13 & 14, 2013: 6th WWII and Veterans Weekend at the Bruce VFW Post 1146, St. Clair Shores, MI. Hosted by the Bruce VFW Post 1146, Michigan Military History, and Arsenal of Democracy tm and includes military vendors, military vehicles and re-enactors. Open to all, registration is required. Come help to honor our Nation’s Heroes! Visit: www.veteransweekend.com  for more information on contact: John Lind; jlind22@comcast.net.

United Kingdom, July 17 – 21, 2013: The War and Peace Revival at RAF Westenhangar in Hellfire Corner, Stone St., Westenhanger, NR Hythe, Kent CT21 4HX UK, sponsored in association with the INVICTA Military Vehicle Preservation Society. This is a NEW event commemorating 50 years since National Service and 60 Years since the Korean War. Contact: War & Peace Office; 44 (0) 1304 813945, fax: 44 (0) 1304 812422; rex@warandpeace.uk.com  or visit www.thewarandpeacerevival.co.uk .

Ohio, July 20 & 21, 2013: Ride Through History, north of Alliance, OH, sponsored by the Marlboro Volunteers, Inc., a military history and educational organization. Experience different war times from the back of a military truck. Visit living history camps, a mobile military museum, medical aid station and more. Vendors welcome! Visit www.marlborovolunteersinc.com  for details; listed under events.

Oregon, July 24, 2013: The Summer Board of Directors Meeting of the Military Vehicle Preservation Association at the Red Lion on the River at Jantzen Beach, 909 N. Hayden Island Dr., Portland, OR from 7 – 9 p.m., all active members are welcome to attend.

Oregon, July 25 – 27, 2013: 37th Annual MVPA Convention, hosted by the Military Vehicle Collectors Club of Oregon at the Portland Expo Center, 2060 North Marine Drive Portland, OR. Make your plans now to attend! More information to come.

Ohio, August 16 -17, 2013: 5th Annual Shiloh Summer Rally and Military Vehicle Show at Planktown Hardware & More, Shiloh, OH. Join us for two days of vehicle displays, re-enactors, vendor swap meet and fun. Bring your vehicle and test it on the trails across 140 acres of rolling farmland and woods. Sponsored by the Ohio Motorpool and Planktown Hardware & More. Contact: John Cheney II; (419) 257-3202, or visit: www.ohiomotorpool.org  for more information.

Colorado, August 30 & September 1, 2013: The Colorado Military Historical Group is hosting the National Battle at Ft. Carson, Colorado. Quality and experienced re-enactors requested. The group is currently envisioning a 1943-44 MTO/Italian campaign scenario, but are flexible enough to accommodate the majority of units active in the MTO For more information visit: http://cmhg.net/2013_National_Battle.html  or our Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Colorado-Military-Historical-Group-CMHG/119169284775182?ref=hl.

Pennsylvania, October 5, 2013: The Jake’s Military Rally and Flea Market will be held on these dates at Jake’s Flea Market on Rt. 100 in Barto, PA. It will be hosted by the GPA. The rally starts at 0700 and there is no rain date. Spaces are $15 each or two for $25. Bring your surplus military items and/or your HMV for a good day out. Contact: Bob Dell; rbard1@verizon.net,  (610) 222-4645.

California, October 16 – 20, 2013: Annual CAMP GRIDLEY EVENT at the Butte County Fairgrounds, 199 E. Hazel St. Gridley, California. Hosted by the NORTHERN RECON GROUP of Military Vehicle Restorers and Collectors. If you enjoy driving your M V you will enjoy this event. Participation is free. For campsite cost, and to view or print all event details, please visit: http://www.northernrecongroup.org , or contact Dave Palmerlee, Chairperson; (530) 370-3701, nrg-news@comcast.net.