Thank you for registering for FMCA’s 101st Annual International Convention and RV Showcase. We have an incredible event planned, and I can’t wait to get everyone settled in so we can get this party started. Below is information to help you prepare for the “Sunsets + Saguaros” event when you arrive. · Parking the large number of RVs that attend an FMCA International Conven- tion takes time. Therefore parking must begin two days before the event. After you park, turn in your completed locator card to obtain your Welcome Bag, which includes an event program, grounds maps, and other items. Wel- come Bags will be available at Welcome Bag distribution stations in the parking lots; at the Information Center located in Thurber Hall; and at the FMCA Office located in the Hall of Champions Read the program included in your Welcome Bag — or the electronic version at FMCA.com — and plan what you would like to see and do during the Sondra & Jon Walker convention. You also may be interested in exploring the local area. Infor- mation about what to do in and around Tucson is available beginning on page 60 of the May 2019 issue of Family RVing, or at FamilyRVingmag.com. · Get acquainted with your neighbors and make new friends. · During the “Sunsets + Saguaros” convention, on-grounds transportation using trams and activity golf carts will be available for you to get from the parking lots to the activity areas and back (limited service on Tues- day, March 24; full service begins Wednesday, March 25). If you have a bicycle, we encourage you to bring it. It is the most efficient way to get around the grounds. · On Thursday, March 26, both the RV Displays and supplier and component exhibits will be open from 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm, as the participating exhibitors unveil their latest models and newest products. Take ad- vantage of this opportunity to shop for whatever you may need to make your RVing experience more en- joyable. · A limited number of golf carts will be available for rent through GTI Golf Cars on a irst-come, irst-served basis and are primarily for family members with mobility issues. To reserve a cart, go to https:// golfcarsales.com/reservations/2019-fmca-tucson-az/ or call 303-288-1979. ·
· Most importantly, remember: It’s Still All About Having Fun!
Jon Walker, F268778 FMCA National President
FMCA Interna onal Conven on Informa on
The credentials acknowledge your registration; indicate to secu- Please Read Carefully rity personnel that you have paid; and aid the parking personnel who will guide you to the requested parking area. The Date of Entry card indicates your assigned date of admittance. You will ENCLOSED ITEMS not be parked prior to your assigned date of entry. If you arrive Enclosed are your registration materials, which include every- early, you may stay overnight in the Arrival Area. If you arrive thing you need to arrive and be parked. Once you park and turn late, you may have to wait to be parked. If you decide to leave in your locator card, you will receive your Welcome Bag, which the grounds in your RV for any reason, you must display the will include the event program. Early event information, includ- window credentials to re-enter. If you purchased 30‐amp elec‐ ing seminar information, can be obtained by visiting tric or 50‐amp electric parking, the electric service in your spe‐ www.fmca.com and viewing or downloading a digital edition of cific parking area will be activated at 9:00 am on the date indi‐ the event program. cated on your Date of Entry credential. Windshield RV Parking Credentials Towed Car Credential Enclosed in this packet are two or more separate parking cre- This credential should be displayed on the rearview mirror of dentials that must be displayed in the driver’s side lower right your towed vehicle if you have one. When re-entering the corner of your windshield when entering the grounds and at all grounds in your towed vehicle, you must display the towed car times when parked. The larger card indicates the parking area credential. For security purposes, please print your cell phone you requested (or were assigned to) and the type of service you number, name, and member number on the credential. requested (30-amp, 50-amp, full, general, full generator, no Emergency Locator Card & Welcome Bags generator). The black-and-white card (Date of Entry) indicates Your completed locator card must be turned in to obtain your the date you should arrive at Pima County Fairgrounds to be Welcome Bag once you arrive and park. Pet owners should fill parked. Please place the credentials in your windshield in the out the back of the card with information about pets that are order indicated below. traveling with them. This card is used to find you in the event of an emergency or if friends want to find out where you are parked. Please be specific about your location (check for signs Other ID on or at the end of your street). Also, check to be sure that Date of Entry your RV license plate number is printed correctly. The Wel- Parking come Bag will include the event program, related show materi- Credential al from our partners and vendors and two souvenir hat pins. If there is a sufficient supply, pins also will be available for $2.00 each at the FMCA Store in the indoor exhibit area. Welcome Bags will be available at Welcome Bag distribution stations in the parking lots; and beginning on Tuesday, March 24 at the Stay Connected With EZ‐Text FMCA Headquarters Office located in the Hall of Champions, and in the Information Center located in Thurber Hall, from Receive Conven on text 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. messages on your cell phone Name Badges to alert you to: Name badges must be worn at all times to gain admittance to Severe Weather the exhibit areas and all other activities. There are spaces on the Special Events back of the badge to indicate emergency information and your Program Addi ons RV location. Do not forget your name badge. Event Updates
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International Convention Confirmation Guide Mail This guide includes a map and directions; emergency service If you plan to have mail forwarded to this event, it is very information; International Convention Rules and Regulations; important that it be addressed as follows: facts about Tucson; and other information. Member Name & Membership Number Arrival Procedures c/o Family Motor Coach Association Members who arrive on their assigned date should follow Pima County Fairgrounds the direc ons to the parking area for which they have regis- 11300 S. Houghton Rd Tucson, AZ 85747 tered. Those arriving before or a er their assigned date should follow the direc ons to the Arrival Area. Arrival Mail will not be available for pick up until Thursday, March routes have been determined with the help of the local 26. Mail not picked up from the Information Center by 3:00 police so arriving RV traffic can be cleared off the highways pm, Sunday, March 29, will be sent to FMCA National as quickly as possible. The Arrival Area will be open star ng Headquarters in Cincinnati. at 8:00 am, Monday, March 23, and remain open un l If you plan to pick up your mail at the post office in Tucson, Thursday, March 26, at 5:00 pm. A member of FMCA’s please have it addressed as follows: Parking Team will be on duty each day in the Arrival Area Member Name from 8:00 am un l 5:00 pm to assist with your arrival. If General Delivery you have a towed vehicle, the parking commi ee requests 1501 S. Cherrybell Stra. Rm. 205 that you unhook it and have your co-pilot or another mem- Tucson, AZ 85726-9998 ber of your party drive it onto the grounds separately so as General Information not to hold up the parking opera on. There are limited water and dumping facili es available at If you wish to park close to friends, you must arrive together the site; therefore, you are asked to arrive with empty with appropriate admittance credentials or meet in the Arri- waste tanks and a full water tank. Sep c trucks will be val Area. Identify your party by placing a piece of white 8 1/2- available to empty holding tanks along with water trucks to fill water tanks. Check your program for informa on about inch-by-11-inch paper in the window of each RV. Using a these services. heavy black marker, write the last name of one of the mem- bers of your group followed by the position each RV occupies Hours of operation for the Information Center/Registration in relationship to the total number of RVs in your party (Smith Desk located in Thurber Hall are as follows: 1 of 3; Smith 2 of 3; etc.). This is requested so parking person- Monday through Sunday, March 23 through 29 nel are aware that you wish to park near each other. 8:00 am to 5:00 pm
Whether you park on pavement or on grass, we ask that Hours of operation for Will Call in the Arrival Area are as follows: you use wooden blocks or waffle pads under your levelers. Tuesday through Wednesday, March 24 and 25 Departure Procedures 8:00 am to 5:00 pm Departure will be on Monday, March 30. Electric will be Thursday, March 26, 8:00 am to 12:00 pm turned off at 9:00 am, and all RVs should be off the proper- ty by 12:00 pm. If you would like to extend your stay, con- Will Call will be relocated to the Information Center/ tact the offices of the Pima County Fairgrounds office to Registration Desk in Thurber Hall on make your arrangements. Thursday, March 26, at 12:00 pm, and remain there through the duration of the event. Family Emergency Contact Information Cancellation Requests FMCA family members who wish to leave an emergency Refunds for this conven on will be made only upon wri en phone number with friends and family should provide them request ([email protected]). Cancella ons made by Janu- with the FMCA Information Center number: (513) 909-1702. ary 10, 2020, will receive a full refund minus $25 handling This number will be in operation beginning Sunday, March fee. Cancella ons made a er January 10 but before March 22, at 8:00 am. All attendees are required, by order of the 26, 2020, will receive a full refund minus $50 handling fee. fire department, to carry fire extinguishers on board RVs. Absolutely no refunds March 26, 2020, and a er. Badges and confirma on materials must be returned to the FMCA home office, FMCA, 8291 Clough Pike, Cincinna , OH 45244, before any refund is issued. FMCA Interna onal Conven on Rules And Regula ons
1. Parking for registered attendees with properly dated 10. Directors of caravans or large groups must schedule credentials will take place from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm an arrival time with FMCA’s National Office. Group and on Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday, March 23, 24, Caravan parking will be at the discretion of the Con- and 25; and 8:00 am to 12:00 pm on Thursday, March vention Committee. Caravan reservations will be ac- 26. Non-registered families may register at the regis- cepted for Tuesday and Wednesday, March 24 and 25. tration office in Thurber Hall starting at 8:00 am, Monday, March 23. Registration hours will be from 11. Pets are welcome, but must be kept in the RV parking 8:00 am to 5:00 pm on Tuesday through Saturday, areas unless they provide service assistance. Pets are March 24 through 28, and 8:00 am to 12:00 pm, on not allowed in activity centers — seminars, entertain- Sunday, March 29. If you arrive earlier than the date ment, morning coffee hour, or exhibit areas. Please be on your Arrival Card, you may dry camp in the Arrival a responsible pet owner. Clean up pet waste, prevent Area at no charge until your assigned date of entry. the pet from making excessive noise, and keep it on a Inquire at the Arrival Area if you wish to park earlier leash when outside the RV. Also, do not allow your pet than your assigned date of entry. The fee is $30 per to relieve itself near RVs. There is a Dog Park located night (cash or check only). Based upon availability. next to Thurber Hall and near the Brekke entrance.
2. Parking spaces will be assigned at the discretion of 12. Scooters, Segways, bikes, and other two-wheeled per- the parking team. Those who registered early or first sonal transportation vehicles are not permitted inside arrivals may not necessarily be parked closer to the exhibit buildings, seminar rooms, and other areas re- activity centers. stricted to pedestrian traffic. Wheelchairs and mobility carts are permitted in these areas. Your cooperation is 3. Attendees may ride trams to all activities. Towed cars greatly appreciated. may not be used to travel to activity centers. 13. The use of privately owned golf carts is permitted. The 4. Follow the directions of the Parking Team and park speed limit is 5 mph. Headlights must be used before only in allocated spaces. Improperly parked RVs and/ dawn and after dusk. If your cart does not have operat- or towed cars will be towed away at the owner's ing headlights, it cannot be used in the dark. expense. 5. Security and safety personnel are responsible for the The FMCA Event App safety of attendees. Please obey their directions. FMCA Events has gone mobile! 6. Many people have put in a lot of hard work so that We’ve teamed up with Crowd- attendees might have an enjoyable experience. The Compass to build an app (for majority of these people are volunteers who have both Apple and Android) that paid registration fees in order to attend this event. will make your convention Please treat them with respect. experience easier. This app will include maps, seminar 7. An adequate parking space is provided for RVs and schedules, exhibitor locations, towed vehicles. RVs, awnings, and equipment must fit and other information about within this space. entertainment and activities – all in the palm of your hand! 8. A special parking area will be provided for RVs that are towing boats or other large equipment. The app will be launched in late March and registered at- 9. Electricity is available at an additional cost. Security tendees will receive an email with instructions on personnel will issue fines to anyone procuring elec- how to download it from the App Store or Google tricity illegally, and may request the removal of the Play. Make sure you watch your email inbox and RV from the grounds. follow us on Facebook – more info is on the way! DIRECTIONSPima County Fairgrounds, Tucson, Arizona NOTE: Although there may be shorter routes to the facility, please use the direc ons below, which have been developed for the safety of a endees and to minimize traffic e‐ups.
Family and volunteer Parking for FMCA’s 101st International Convention & RV Expo will begin on Mon- day, March 23, at 8:00 a.m. Display your admittance cards in the lower right-hand corner of the drivers- side windshield. Some groups are asked to arrive before this date. Please arrive on the date indicated on your Date of Arrival card included in your Confirmation Packet or sent to you if you have had your Confir- mation Packet held at Will Call. The Arrival Area will open on Monday, March 23, at 8:00 a.m. All family attendees are directed to go to the Arrival Area, where they will be staged before being parked. The Arrival Area is also where at- tendees can meet up with friends who they would like to park with; pick up credentials that are being held at Will Call; temporarily park if they arrive before the date on their admittance card; arrive after 5:00 p.m., or enter if they are not yet registered for the event. The hours for parking are from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday, March 23, 24, and 25. If you arrive before or after these hours, please stay in the Arrival Area until the Parking Team resumes parking at 8:00 a.m. If arriving Thursday, March 26 and beyond, proceed to the Arrival Area., If a parking attendant is not available, between the hours of 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., only call 513-909-1701. If after 5:00 p.m. please stay in the Arrival Area until parking resumes at 8:00 a.m. DO NOT attempt to park without parking attendant assistance.
ALL FAMILY MEMBER DIRECTIONS FROM EXHIBITOR DIRECTIONS FROM WEST‐BOUND I‐10 EAST‐BOUND I‐10 Follow I-10 to Exit 273 and turn left onto S. Rita Road. Follow I-10 to Exit 273 and turn right onto S. Rita Road. Drive approximately 0.5-mile and turn left onto Vail Con- Drive approximately 0.3-mile and turn le onto Vail Con- nection Road. Follow Vail Connection Road (it will turn nec on Road. Follow Vail Connec on Road (it will turn into Harrison Road) for approximately 2.9 miles. Turn left into Harrison Road and then Dawn Road) for approxi- through Gate E and follow the signs to Commercial Reg- mately 4.1 miles. Turn le into the Arrival Area (Gate G) istration. and follow the signs check-in loca on. PASSPORT, DAILY PASSPORT, AND DAY PASS ALL FAMILY MEMBER DIRECTIONS FROM PARKING FROM EAST‐BOUND I‐10 WEST‐BOUND I‐10 Follow I-10 to Exit 273 and turn right onto S. Rita Road. Follow I-10 to Exit 273 and turn le onto S. Rita Road. Drive approximately 0.3-mile and turn le onto Vail Con- Drive approximately 0.5-mile and turn le onto Vail Con- nec on Road. Follow Vail Connec on Road (it will turn nec on Road. Follow Vail Connec on Road (it will turn into Harrison Road) for approximately 2.6 miles. Turn le into Harrison Road and then Dawn Road) for approxi- onto Brekke Road and drive for 0.5-mile to Gate C. Turn mately 4.1 miles. Turn le into the Arrival Area (Gate G) right through Gate C and follow the signs to the Passport/ and follow the signs to check-in loca on. Public Parking area.
EXHIBITOR DIRECTIONS FROM EAST‐BOUND I‐10 PASSPORT, DAILY PASSPORT, AND DAY PASS Follow I-10 to Exit 273 and turn right onto S. Rita Road. PARKING FROM WEST‐BOUND I‐10 Drive approximately 0.3-mile and turn left onto Vail Con- Follow I-10 to Exit 275 and turn left onto Houghton nection Road. Follow Vail Connection Road (it will turn Road. Follow Houghton Road for approximately 1 mile into Harrison Road) for approximately 2.9 miles. Turn to Brekke Road. Turn right onto Brekke Road and follow left through Gate E and follow the signs to Commercial for approximately 0.5-mile to Gate C. Turn left through Registration. Gate C and follow the signs to the Passport/Public Park- ing area. HOUGHTON ROAD ADVISORY For a endees traveling west on I-10, your GPS or other naviga on program may instruct you to take Exit 275, Houghton Road. While this is an exit for the Pima County Fairgrounds, FMCA recommends that you do not use this exit, especially those with large Class A motorhomes, bus conversions, and large towable RVs. Those with larger RVs may find the exit difficult to maneuver due to the ght le turn that’s required. Instead, we advise that you use Exit 273, Rita Road. If, however, you do take the Houghton Road exit, please use the following directions to get to the FMCA Arrival Area:
FROM EAST‐BOUND I‐10 Turn right onto Houghton Road and follow for approxi- mately 1.9 miles to Dawn Road. DO NOT TURN RIGHT ON‐ TO BREKKE ROAD. Turn right onto Dawn Road and follow OPEN RANGE TERRITORY for approximately 0.5-mile. Turn right into the Arrival Area The area around the Pima County Fair- (Gate G) and follow the signs to the Welcome Center. grounds is designated as “Open Range,” FROM WEST‐BOUND I‐10 meaning cattle can roam freely through- Turn left onto Houghton Road and follow for approxi- out the area, including the roadways. mately 2.1 miles to Dawn Road. DO NOT TURN RIGHT ON‐ Please be alert to cattle as you’re driving TO BREKKE ROAD. Turn right onto Dawn Road and follow in the area. for approximately 0.5-mile. Turn right into the Arrival Area (Gate G) and follow the signs to the Welcome Center.
“Sunsets + Saguaros” Special Events
KICKOFF CONCERT Featured Entertainment FMCA Town Center Main Stage — 7:30 pm Thursday, March 26 Thursday Saturday Sunday Noon & 3:00 pm March 26 March 28 March 29
Southwest Surfers Jim Pelley Josh Turner Three Dog Night
DAYTIME & SPECIAL SPECIAL EVENTS Morning Coffee Hour ENTERTAINMENT FMCA Town Center — 8 am to 9 am AND ACTIVITIES Friday, Saturday, Sunday March 27, 28, 29 Wednesday, March 25 Discover Pima County Fairgrounds Featuring The Frustrated Maestros 6:00 pm Movie Night: A Dog’s Purpose, Guided Walkabout Old Pueblo Turquoise Room Wednesday, March 25, 11 am to 3 pm Bean Bag Toss Meet behind public gate Friday, March 27, 9:30 am 8:00 pm Karaoke with A Keck, Can na FMCA Town Center Card Bingo Thursday, March 26 Wednesday, March 25, 6:00 pm Ladies’ Luncheon ( cketed event) Friday, March 27, 11:30 am 4:00 pm Barb Maxey, Can na Thurber Hall Thurber Hall 9:00 pm Noche de Fiesta with Mike Service Center Open FMCA Whisker Games Madawi, Can na Thursday, March 26, 8 am to 1 pm Livestock Barn Friday, March 27, 1:30 pm Friday, March 27 FMCA Town Center Orienta on For First‐Time A endees 3:00 pm Rod Robison, Mentallusions, Thursday, March 26, 9:30 am FMCA Trivia Challenge FMCA Town Center Main Stage Friday, Saturday, Sunday March 27, 28, 29, 2 pm to 3 pm 4:30 pm Rod Robison, Mentallusions, Chapter Fair Can na Can na, Parking Areas Thursday, March 26, 10:15 am 6:00 pm Movie Night: Encore A Dog’s Thurber Hall Chapter Block Party Friday, March 27, 5:00 pm Purpose, Old Pueblo All Exhibits Open RV Parking Areas Turquoise Room Thursday, March 26, 1 pm to 5 pm 8:00 pm Noche de Fiesta with Lamar Friday, Saturday, Sunday Magic Mile Run/Walk Keck, Can na March 27, 28, 29, 9 am to 5 pm Saturday, March 28, 8 am Old Pueblo Conference & Event Center and FMCA Town Center Saturday, March 28 RV Display Area Pre-registra on is requested h ps://join.fmca.com/the-magic-mile-1/ 12:30 pm Frustrated Maestros, Lunch + Learn FMCA Town Center Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday Ice Cream Social 3:00 pm Mariachi, March 26, 27, 28, and 29 Saturday, March 28, 1 pm FMCA Town Center Cantina Tent, Seminar 13 FMCA Town Center Thursday — Plants of the Sonoran Desert 4:00 pm Barb Maxey, Can na FMCA Supersized Book Club Friday — All About Saguaros Sunday, March 29, 10:30 am 9:00 pm Karaoke with Mike Madawi, Saturday — Wildlife of the Sonoran Desert Can na Sunday — Venomous Animals of Arizona The Special Events schedule is tenta ve. Sunday, March 29 Tai Chi For Health Friday, Saturday, Sunday. Please check your program and the 3:00 pm The Big Zephyr, March 27, 28, and 29 “Sunsets + Saguaros” event app when you FMCA Town Center Can na Area — 8 am to 8:45 am arrive for exact days and mes for these 4:00 pm Barb Maxey, Can na ac vi es.
Service Informa on LIMITED ON‐SITE Service is an important function at our events, and many manufacturers and component suppliers pro- EMERGENCY SERVICE vide limited service for attendees who are experi- (For Service Related To Health & Safety Issues) encing problems with their RVs. Please refer to the FMCA will permit emergency service vehicles adjacent information regarding emergency service. on‐site beginning the first official day of Family Do not ask for routine maintenance or for services Parking (Monday, March 23) at FMCA’s 101st that can be handled before leaving home. Interna onal Conven on in Tucson, Arizona. At this event you will be able to sign up for service prior to arriving in Tucson; on Thursday, March 26, Service during the main family parking days — Tues- day and Wednesday, March 24 and 25 — will be from 8:00 am to 1:00 pm at the Service Center in the limited to emergency service. Livestock Arena; and on site at the service provider’s vendor booth. A list of the service providers who Emergency service is defined as service to genera- have agreed to make pre-convention service ap- tors, refrigerators, air condi oners, heaters, and pointments, along with their contact information, inverters that must be performed to assure the will be e-mailed to all registered attendees (it also health and safety of a endees. Regular or preven- will be posted on FMCA.com) as the event nears. ve maintenance (changing oil or filters) or new installa ons are not considered emergency service. In most cases, a service vehicle (van or golf cart) will be dispatched to your RV in the family parking area. No new installa ons are permi ed on RVs parked in the family parking area prior to noon on Thursday, Service will be performed at the discretion of the March 26. manufacturer, component supplier, or service irm. In most cases, non-warranty work will be charged. Service vehicles offering emergency service must display a yellow “Emergency Service” creden al Happy RVing, and we'll see you in Tucson! prominently on their vehicle. Sincerely, There is to be no selling of any product or service in the family parking areas. All sales transac ons must
be limited to assigned exhibit areas. Immediately no fy FMCA Security or the FMCA Commercial Office, located in the Horse Show Doug Uhlenbrock Office, if vendors without proper creden als ap- Director of Events proach you regarding sales or service.
Do You Have Insurance For All Of Your Vehicles? Many attendees bring motorized transportation to FMCA events to help move about the grounds. These golf carts, scooters, etc. are a wonderful convenience for those who are not as mobile as they used to be. Using these vehicles in close proximity to pedestrian traf ic poses increased risk of an accident for which the user may be found responsible. Many owners of these vehicles may not be aware that their insurance does not protect them in case of an accident. These vehicles may not be covered under homeowner or motor vehicle policies. In- surance companies may consider these types of vehicles as “recreational vehicles” or “motor vehicles” and re- quire that they be separately insured. Individuals may be able to purchase insurance coverage for these vehicles with an attachment (called a “rider”) to one of an existing insurance policy. Several companies will cover a small, single-seat electric scooter used to transport a disabled person under a homeowner policy. For your protection, and the protection of other attendees at FMCA events, ask your insurance agent whether your vehicle is covered under an existing policy or requires additional coverage. FMCA will not be responsible for incidents or accidents that occur during the convention involving privately owned vehicles. Heat Exhaustion And Heat Stroke STAY HYDRATED
Heat Exhaustion (Heat Prostration or Collapse) The weather in Tucson If not treated, Heat Exhaustion can progress to Heat Stroke during the final days of SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS: Heavy sweating; paleness; skin cold and clammy; March is expected to be fast and shallow breathing; muscle cramps; tiredness; weakness; dizziness; pleasant with highs in the headache; nausea or vomiting; fainting; dilated pupils mid 70s and lows in the EMERGENCY TREATMENT: Rest in a cool area; drink cool, non-alcoholic bev- erages; take a cool shower, bath, or sponge bath; wear lightweight clothing; high 40s. While this may be transported to medical facility, if necessary. seem to be perfect for Heat Stroke (Sun Stroke) those coming from north- SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS: Heat stroke can sometimes mimic symptoms of a ern climates, be mindful heart attack; exceedingly high body temperature; hot, dry skin (no sweating, that you are in the desert. even armpits dry); skin color is red; rapid pulse; confusion; difficulty breath- ing. It is very dry in Tucson, EMERGENCY TREATMENT: Cool body by applying wet, cold towels to the en- and the sun can be more tire body or spray with a garden hose; fan the victim to promote sweating and intense than you think. To evaporation; place ice packs under the armpits and groin area; reduce body avoid falling ill due to the temperature to 101-102 degrees; immediately transport to a medical facility. dry environment, be sure To avoid falling victim to Heat Exhaustion or Heat Stroke, drink plenty of wa- to drink plenty of water, ter throughout the day. Avoid extended time in the sunshine and heat. Take frequent rest breaks. Wear lightweight clothing. Do not ignore the signs and wear sunscreen, and symptoms. apply lip balm each day.
WARNING Exhaust Gas Is Deadly!
Exhaust gases contain carbon monoxide, an odorless and colorless gas that’s formed during the combus on of hydrocarbon fuels. Carbon monoxide is poisonous and can cause unconsciousness and death. Symptoms of car- The RVSEF Weighing Service utilizes special wheel- bon monoxide poisoning include the following: position scales to determine individual wheel-position • Inability to think coherently loads. Owners complete a comprehensive worksheet • Vomi ng that includes all important vehicle and tire ratings. • Muscular twitching Scale readings and ratings are entered into a custom • Throbbing in the temples computer program that generates a weight analysis • Dizziness report, detailing important rating and weight • Headache comparisons. This allows the owner to see if any • Weakness and sleepiness ratings have been exceeded or not yet reached. Weather permitting, members will receive this If you or anyone else experiences any of these symp- detailed report at the site, which also includes tire toms, shut down the generator; exit the immediate area load/in lation tables. The cost of weighing is $60. (whether inside the motorhome or outside); and get into RVSEF also will present a featured technical fresh air immediately. If the symptoms persist, seek presentation titled "RV Weight and Tire Safety." medical a en on immediately. Do not operate the gen- Check your program for the day, time, and location. erator again un l it has been inspected and repaired. Sign up for Weighing at the FMCA Information The best protec on against carbon monoxide inhala on Center located in Thurber Hall on Thursday, March is proper generator installa on and frequent visual in- 26, 2020 8:00 am to 12:00 pm, or during exhibit spec ons of the complete exhaust system. Also, your hours in the supplier exhibits at the RV Safety & motorhome should be equipped with a working carbon Education Foundation booth (243). monoxide detector. Appointments are limited. DO NOT ENTER EXHIBIT AREAS PRIOR TO THE BEGINNING OF FMCA’s THE CONVENTION During the days leading up to the conven on, exhibitors will be busy se ng up displays inside the Old 102nd Pueblo Hall as well as outside along the building and in the surrounding lots. We ask that you do not enter the display areas inside the hall and the outdoor RV display Interna onal areas prior to their opening on Thursday, March 26, at 1:00 pm. Conven on Thank you for your coopera on & RV Expo
PIMA COUNTY FAIRGROUNDS POLICIES & INFORMATION August 26 through 29, 2020 • Drones are prohibited under Pima County Rule 1.120 Lancaster Event Center • No firearms, fireworks, or open fires are allowed. Self-contained gas fire pits and grills are allowed. Lincoln, Nebraska • Due to the loca on of the property Wi-Fi is NOT guaranteed. Interference can be caused by weather, loca on, and events. Registra on opens • The speed limit is 5 mph. All applicable driving laws apply and February 26, 2020 include the use of golf carts. All vehicles/ golf carts must remain on designated driving areas. Do not drive on the grass. • RV guests should be aware of our desert visitors such as coy- otes, ra lesnakes, bobcats, bears, javelinas, Gila monsters, spi- ders, cen pedes, bees, wasps, scorpions, etc. If you come across any of these, do not disturb them. • Clean up a er your pets. Pets are to be kept on a leash and walked outside the perimeter of each site. Pets are not allowed to be ed up at any me. Portable dog pens only. To register, call (800) 543-3622 • Disposal of trash is the guest’s responsibility including, bo les bo le caps, cans, cigare e bu s, etc. or visit www.fmca.com
BASIC PARKING SIGNALS
Parking can be tricky with the number of fami- lies that a end the events. The parking signals shown to the right can help you park in a safe manner. These signals will be used by Parking Team volunteers to help direct you as you park.
These signals are usually given from the le Move rear of RV to the Come straight back. Distance to go (palms rear of your RV. Never move the RV unless the le , as seen in mirror. apart indica ng how far). parker is in plain view. When the parker leaves the preferred high-visibility le side of the RV to determine whether the other side is clear- ing, the STOP signal will be given. If you do not understand the hand signal, or addi onal direc- ons are needed, stop the RV and signal the parker to approach for conversa on. If at any me you feel uncertain about the parking pro- cess, STOP! While the Parking Team volunteer is there to assist you, parking YOUR RV is YOUR Move rear of RV to the Slowly (when pumping palms Crossed forearms indicate responsibility. right, as seen in mirror. down, like pa ng a dog). STOP! GROCERY, PHARMACY, LAUNDRY, AND MISCELLANEOUS SHOPPING TUCSON FAST FACTS The informa on below is provided solely as a courtesy to a endees and should not be For Emergencies, dial 911. construed as an endorsement or recommenda on by FMCA for the businesses indicated.
Tucson is located in Pima County. The Pima County Fairgrounds is located at Surrounding coun es include Santa Cruz(south), 11300 S. Houghton Rd., Tucson, AZ 85747 Yuma (west), Maricopa (northwest), Pinal (north), and Cochise (east). Tucson is approxi- Walmart Supercenter mately 110 miles southeast of Phoenix; 240 9260 S. Houghton Rd., Tucson, AZ 85747 miles east of Yuma; and 275 miles west of Las Store: (520) 329-6674 Cruces, NM. It is 122 miles north of the Mexican Hours: 6:00 am to 1:00 am border. The area code is 520 and the zip code for the fairgrounds is 85747. Directions From PCF (Est. distance: 3.1miles) 1. Exit Gate C and turn right onto E. Brekke Road. U.S. Post Office 2. Turn left onto Houghton Road and drive 2.6 miles. 1501 S. Cherrybell Stra. Rm. 205 3. Walmart will be on the left . Tucson, AZ 85726-9998 Phone: (800) 275-8777 Fry’s Food And Drug
8080 S. Houghton Rd., Tucson, AZ 85747 Carondelet St. Mary’s Hospital Store: (520) 663-1960 1601 W. St. Mary’s Rd. Hours: 5:00 am to 12:00 am Tucson, AZ 85745 Phone: (520) 872-3000 Directions From PCF (Est. distance: 4.5 miles) 1. Exit Gate C and turn right onto E. Brekke Road. Northwest Emergency Center at Vail 2. Turn left onto Houghton Road and drive 4 miles. 10146 E. Old Vail Rd. 3. Fry’s will be on the left . Tucson, AZ 85747 (520) 574-7400 Walgreens
Western Dental & Orthodon cs 9184 E. Valencia Rd., Tucson, AZ 85747 7701 E. Broadway Blvd. Store: (520) 574-8328 Tucson, AZ 85710 Store Hours: Mon - Fri: 7:00 am to 10:00 pm; Phone: (520) 917-2045 Sat & Sun: 8:00 am to 10:00 pm Pharmacy Hours: Mon - Fri: 9:00 am to 9:00 pm; Valencia Animal Hospital Sat: 9:00 am to 6:00 pm; 9040 E. Valencia Rd., Suite 118 Sun: 10:00 am to 6:00 pm
Tucson, AZ 85747 Directions From PCF (Est. distance: 6.9 miles) Phone: (520) 623-2422 1. Exit Gate C and turn right onto E. Brekke Road. 2. Turn left onto Houghton Road and drive 5 miles. Weather broadcasts can be found on the fol‐ 3. Turn left onto E. Valencia Rd. and drive 1.4 miles. lowing Tucson area TV and radio 4. Walgreens will be on the left. sta ons:
Digital TV Sta ons Busy Bubbles Coin Laundries KVOA — 4 (NBC) KUAT – 6 (ABC) 3452 E. Milton Rd., Tucson, AZ 85706 KMSB – 11 (FOX) KOLD – 13 (CBS) Store: (520) 889-2561 Hours: Mon - Sun: 7:00 am to 10:00 pm Radio Sta ons KCEE — 690 AM KXCI — 91.3 FM Directions From PCF (Est. distance: 13 miles) 1. Exit Gate C and turn right onto E. Brekke Road. KNST— 790 AM KRQQ — 93.7 FM 2. Turn left onto Houghton Road and drive 1 mile. KDRI — 830 AM KLPX — 96.1 FM 3. Turn left onto ramp to I-10 West and drive appr. 8 miles KGMS — 940 AM KKYZ — 97.9 FM 4. Take exit 267, Valencia Rd. KUAT — 90.5 FM KFFN — 104.9 FM 5. Turn left onto E. Valencia Rd. and drive 1.8 miles 6. Turn right onto S. Palo Verde Rd. and drive appr. 1 mile 7. Turn left onto Milton Rd. 8. Busy Bubbles will be on the left.