4CU News
4CU January Update
Happy New Year Four Corners Unit members!
Let’s welcome our new members, hear all about the Picacho New Year’s Rally, and get an update on 2026 rallies.
Membership Update
We’re excited to welcome the following new members and affiliates to the 4CU. Be sure to introduce yourselves to them, when you see them at a rally or streaming down the road soon!
New Member
Charles Carson and Marsha McCall, 2650, Ridgeway, CO
New Affiliate Member
Martha and Greg Darby, 4893, Cimarron, CO, Oklahoma Airstream Club
Rally Roundup
Picacho Peak New Years Rally
by: Louis Hall & Sergio Quiros, Tammy & Lee Gatten
The Four Corners Unit of Airstream Club International New Year’s Eve Rally was a multi-day gathering filled with great weather, fun activities, and wonderful camaraderie. The rally officially began on Tuesday, December 30 with arrivals starting at noon, giving everyone time to get settled and unwind. That evening featured a Meet and Greet Happy Hour with Italian beef sandwiches, followed by a communal bonfire at the group fire pit, setting a relaxed and social tone for the days ahead.
Wednesday, December 31, opened with morning coffee and light fare in support of the 4CU Food Drive. Weather throughout the rally was fantastic. In the evening, members enjoyed an open grill and raffle, preparing their own dinners before gathering for game night featuring Left Right Center. The night concluded with a bonfire, champagne, and firewood contributions as some stalwarts rang in the New Year at midnight, while others celebrated on NYC time.
Thursday, January 1, again began with coffee and light fare benefiting the Food Drive. The only precipitation of the rally occurred early that morning, with some rain and lingering showers. Despite this, approximately 8–10 members headed out on a group hike to the saddle, undeterred by the weather. Later in the day, a Happy Hour mixer and raffle were held, followed by another bonfire at the group fire pit.
Friday, January 2, we handed off the food to the Santa Cruz Valley Food Pantry, we were able to donate two wagon loads of food items. That evening brought one of the most memorable moments of the rally when members were treated to the exciting sight of a Falcon 9 rocket launch—a truly unforgettable experience.
The ever-popular White Elephant gift exchange also took place that day, paired with a Bloody Mary and Margarita Bar. The weather could not have been better—full sun and temperatures in the high 60s. The exchange lasted about 2.5 hours as everyone enjoyed browsing the “fine merchandise.”
That evening featured a comfort food potluck and raffle, encouraging participants to share favourite childhood dishes. An impromptu karaoke session followed and proved to be a highlight of the rally. Special thanks to Terry Gadaire and Mike Brekke for bringing the karaoke setup and making it such a fun night. The evening wrapped up with another bonfire.
Saturday, January 3, started with the usual morning coffee and light fare, along with a presentation on SkyMed travel insurance. Later in the day, members gathered for a Happy Hour mixer and raffle, with heavy appetizers contributed by attendees, followed by the final evening bonfire of the rally.
Throughout the event, there were three evening happy hours featuring raffles for 4CU swag and other items generously provided by vendors. Two nights of Left Right Center added to the fun, with Kirby Collins winning the first night and generously rolling his winnings into the pot for night two. Karla Greenlee emerged as the big winner of the second game.
The rally concluded on Sunday, January 4, with departure goodbyes and checkout by noon, bringing several memorable days of shared meals, activities, laughter, and community to a close.
Your editor throws out a huge thank you to the hosts, the Stevensons and the Montemayors for supplying so many great photos. There are MORE! So many more. Check them out here!
Looking ahead to future rallies
by: Barbara Engelmann
The rally committee had a very productive zoom meeting this week and we are getting ready for the 2026 rally year – how about you? Are you ready to rally?
There are 15 rallies planned this year, with five of those as part of the Route 66 Centennial Celebration. We are still looking for hosts for many of our rallies. The rally committee is here to help and to serve as a point of contact for each of the rallies. So, if you are new to hosting or co-hosting or a seasoned pro, know that you won’t be thrown into the deep end. We’ll be here to help. We also have tools to help you from start to finish to make hosting a rally a great experience.
The first rally of 2026 is from 26 February – 1 March at McDowell Mountain Regional Park. There are currently three openings!! If you can make it, it’s a beautiful time of year to be in the desert just north of Phoenix.
With no rally planned for March, we rally together again in April when we return to Dead Horse Ranch SP in Cottonwood. This is an exceptionally popular annual rally that we all look forward to. Details regarding registration are coming soon.
In May, it’s something new! We rally at Ruby’s RV Park (FHU) for the Beautiful Bryce Canyon Rally in Utah at the gateway to Bryce Canyon NP. We have a co-host already signed up who is excited to work with the host to make this new rally really special at one of the most beautiful National Parks in the West. Registration details will follow soon.
McDowell Mountain Rally registration opened up just before New Years and there are just three spots remaining. Register here!
2026 Rallies!
While the Rally Committee has the 2026 calendar pretty much locked in, we still have some “open” months for YOUR great idea! Please let the Rally Committee know!
Please, consider hosting one of these rallies:
- Beautiful Bryce Canyon Camping – 14-18 May
- Priest Gulch – 13-16 August
- Route 66 (multiple stops and hosts needed) – 11-22 September
However easy you think rally hosting might be, it’s way easier than that! And we’ve a fabulous rally committee here to help YOU!
Each rally has a committee member assigned to assist the hosts. We have easy spreadsheets to prompt you to consider various expenses and activities, build out your budget and calculate the rally fees. Hosts and co-hosts also receive subsidized rally fees and 4CU swag!
Thank you to those who have stepped up to host one of the rallies listed below.
McDowell Mountain Regional Park, Fountain Hills, AZ
26 February – 1 March 2026 – Thursday – Sunday
Hosts: Jot and Linda Hollenbeck
Co-Host: Debbie Whitmire
This is a dry-camping “Just Camping” rally in the group campsite.
More Information…
Register Here…
March is Open!
Dead Horse Ranch State Park, Cottonwood, AZ
9 April – 12 April 2026 – Wednesday – Sunday
Raven Loop Dry Camping — Dry Camping
Hosts: Dan & Kathy Fahey
Co-Hosts: John & Kathy Lorec
Beautiful Bryce Canyon Camping
Ruby’s RV Park, Bryce, UT
14 – 18 May 2026 – Thursday – Monday
20 Full hook-up sites
Hosts: TBD – Want to Volunteer?
Co-Hosts: Barbara Lyle & Paul Strieleman
Sky Mountain RV Resort, Chama, NM
15 – 18 June 2026 – Monday – Thursday
21 Full hook-up sites
Hosts: Cathy and Randy Fuhman
Angel Fire RV Resort, Angel Fire, NM
18 – 22 June 2026 – Thursday – Monday
25 Full hook-up sites
Hosts: Scott and Cathy Verhines
Co-Hosts: Chuck and Andrea Hanson
July is open!
Priest Gulch RV Campground, Dolores, CO
13–16 August 2026
15 Full hook-up sites
Hosts: TBD – Want to Volunteer?
Airstream International Rally, Minot, ND
22–27 August 2026
Route 66 Anniversary Adventure, NM & AZ
11–22 September 2026
Includes stops in: Tucumcari, NM, Albuquerque, NM, Gallup, NM, Homolovi SP, Winslow, AZ, and Williams, AZ
Hosts are needed at each stop! — Want to Volunteer?
October is Open!
Tucson Unplugged, Catalina State Park, Tucson, AZ
11-15 November 2026
Artesia Air Urban Rally
6-8 November 2026
Host: Scott ande Cathy Verhines
Co-Hosts
Jeff ande Barbara Engelmann
Catalina Unplugged
Catalina SP
11-15 November 2026
Host: Leon and Janet Hauck
New Year’s Rally, Picacho Peak State Park, AZ
30 December – January 3 2027
Swag!!!
Have you got your 4CU gear already? Taken any pictures? Share with your editor and we’ll feature a couple photos in the next newsletter!
If you haven’t got yours yet, here’s all the links to browse through all the great 4CU branded swag now available from our select partners: Bonfire, Lands’ End and You Customize It.
Get yourself outfitted before you hit the road again!
Psst! Have you got a great photo or story to share? Send it in to our news desk and we’ll do the rest!
Keep on ‘streaming and we’ll see you down the road!