Site Updated November 20, 2018
Who Are We?
The VOL State Winnies (VSW) is the Winnebago International Travelers (WIT) Club for the state of Tennessee. Our Club, our chapters, and our members, are well-traveled with monthly outings, high visibility at Winnebago’s Grand National Rally, and on alternating years sponsor of a Tennessee state WIT rally that draws hundreds of WIT members from across the U.S. and Canada. We also maintain a close relationship with state clubs of bordering states expanding your camping family and RVing experience.
Chartered in October, 1976, VSW celebrated it's 40th anniversary in 2016 and has an exceptional history as an active member of WIT. VSW has earned Club of Excellence status each year (2011-2018) that the award has been given, as have each of our Chapters. The Club includes three regional chapters: Rocky Top Travelers (Eastern), Music City Winnies (Middle) and West Tennessee Travelers (Western) providing a full RV experience for all our members across the state.
As the Tennessee WIT Club, VSW sponsors a Spring and Fall statewide event that is open to all current WIT members. The Spring outing is held in April and the Fall in October. In odd year, i.e. 2017, 2019, etc., the Fall outing is replaced with a WIT-sanctioned Tennessee State Rally. Historically, our state rallies draw WIT members from across the continental United States, as well as Canadian Provinces. Rally attendance varies from 65 to 100+ Winnebago recreational vehicles, including the full spectrum of Winnebago's product line. Visit the web pages, using the Archives link below, for previous state rallies to see what you missed and then plan to participate in our upcoming 2019 rally.
Whether you are a first-timer or an old-timer, the proud owner of a brand new 2018 Grand Tour, a 1984 Brave, a Country Coach, or a Winnebago towable, come join us and experience all that the Winnebago lifestyle, enhanced by our VSW family, can be. We are a diverse group of individuals that share two loves — our Winnebago recreational vehicles and travel shared with old friends and friends we have yet to meet. Why not join us at our next outing, group adventure, or state rally?
For more information about VSW, contact: Ralph Wiggers, President
The VOL State Winnies (VSW) is the Winnebago International Travelers (WIT) Club for the state of Tennessee. Our Club, our chapters, and our members, are well-traveled with monthly outings, high visibility at Winnebago’s Grand National Rally, and on alternating years sponsor of a Tennessee state WIT rally that draws hundreds of WIT members from across the U.S. and Canada. We also maintain a close relationship with state clubs of bordering states expanding your camping family and RVing experience.
Chartered in October, 1976, VSW celebrated it's 40th anniversary in 2016 and has an exceptional history as an active member of WIT. VSW has earned Club of Excellence status each year (2011-2018) that the award has been given, as have each of our Chapters. The Club includes three regional chapters: Rocky Top Travelers (Eastern), Music City Winnies (Middle) and West Tennessee Travelers (Western) providing a full RV experience for all our members across the state.
As the Tennessee WIT Club, VSW sponsors a Spring and Fall statewide event that is open to all current WIT members. The Spring outing is held in April and the Fall in October. In odd year, i.e. 2017, 2019, etc., the Fall outing is replaced with a WIT-sanctioned Tennessee State Rally. Historically, our state rallies draw WIT members from across the continental United States, as well as Canadian Provinces. Rally attendance varies from 65 to 100+ Winnebago recreational vehicles, including the full spectrum of Winnebago's product line. Visit the web pages, using the Archives link below, for previous state rallies to see what you missed and then plan to participate in our upcoming 2019 rally.
Whether you are a first-timer or an old-timer, the proud owner of a brand new 2018 Grand Tour, a 1984 Brave, a Country Coach, or a Winnebago towable, come join us and experience all that the Winnebago lifestyle, enhanced by our VSW family, can be. We are a diverse group of individuals that share two loves — our Winnebago recreational vehicles and travel shared with old friends and friends we have yet to meet. Why not join us at our next outing, group adventure, or state rally?
For more information about VSW, contact: Ralph Wiggers, President
President |
Ralph Wiggers |
rvwiggers59@gmail.com |
931-787-4157 |
Vice President |
Veronica Ralston |
moskiey107@gmail.com |
423-949-7345 |
Secretary |
Virginia Wiggers |
rvwiggers59@gmail.com |
931-200-4742 |
Treasurer |
Joe Moore |
volstatemoney@gmail.com |
847-601-2861 |
Our Chapters
Stretching more than 440 miles from Bristol in the east to Memphis in the west, Tennessee is geographically divided into three primary regions: east, middle, and west. As a result, VSW includes three chapters to better service members in these unique regions. In addition to the VSW-sponsored statewide events, in the Spring and Fall, each of our Chapters maintain a busy outing schedule. From early Spring until late October there is at least one outing each month and often two or more to chose from.
Stretching more than 440 miles from Bristol in the east to Memphis in the west, Tennessee is geographically divided into three primary regions: east, middle, and west. As a result, VSW includes three chapters to better service members in these unique regions. In addition to the VSW-sponsored statewide events, in the Spring and Fall, each of our Chapters maintain a busy outing schedule. From early Spring until late October there is at least one outing each month and often two or more to chose from.
If you are not a member of Vol State Winnies or one of its Chapters, please visit their home page(s) to learn more about the state club and regional chapters.
VSW Newsletters
VSW publishes regular newsletters designed to keep our members, and potential members, informed about the club's activities, Winnebago news and other information that will enhance their RVing experience. Our newsletter won the WIT 2016 Best Newsletter Award. Our current and archived newsletters are incorporated into this website
Upcoming VSW Statewide Events
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VSW and our Chapters maintain an active event schedule that includes outings rallies, and group activities, such as attending shows, luncheons and dinners. See out 2019 event schedule. VSW statewide events for 2019 includes:
April 25-28 Statewide Outing Ward Agricultural Center, Lebanon, TN July 22-27 Grand National Rally Forest City, IA October 17-20 Tennessee State Rally Ward Agricultural Center, Lebanon, TN If you are interested in joining one of our Chapters, visit their home page that includes their event calendar or visit the 2019 Event Calendar. |
Recent Events
We believe that our past is a true indicator of our future. Our website includes recent, as well as major past events, such as GNRs and state rallies, in which our club has participated. Links to each of these events can be found in the Archives section. Please take time to browse these archives and learn more about VSW and our Chapters.
Archives
Vol State Winnies forty year plus history is full of wonderful memories that can never be duplicated, but is a strong indicator of our future. In October 2016, we invited inactive members, who are no longer able to maintain the RV lifestyle, to join us for our 40th anniversary. Much of our time together was spent revisiting our past. It was truly an unforgettable time. We invite you to share in this look back. Follow the hyperlink below and visit our archives of memories.
Vol State Winnies forty year plus history is full of wonderful memories that can never be duplicated, but is a strong indicator of our future. In October 2016, we invited inactive members, who are no longer able to maintain the RV lifestyle, to join us for our 40th anniversary. Much of our time together was spent revisiting our past. It was truly an unforgettable time. We invite you to share in this look back. Follow the hyperlink below and visit our archives of memories.
Users Groups, Websites & Resources
We all need help or support at one time on another. This section provides information and links to applications, websites, users groups and related information that give quick access to help when needed.
We all need help or support at one time on another. This section provides information and links to applications, websites, users groups and related information that give quick access to help when needed.