The End of an Era

by Keith

Rockport 35 RV Park Is No More!

Yesterday was the last day for Rockport 35 RV Park. The park was sold to Michael Schmidt. The deal was closed yesterday.

Allison and Tony owned the park for over a decade, including each of the seven winters Pat and I spent there. The passing era was filled with great social events, wonderful food, and the friendship of dozens of wonderful people whom we still consider friends.

There was a "hard core" cadre of guests who returned year after year. We grew into that group and appreciated being accepted. Others came and went, which is usual for RVers. (That's one reason we are RVers, isn't it!) Some of the "regulars" dropped out as the years passed due to health, age, desire for new adventures, desire to avoid unpleasantness, or even being asked to leave. And, sadly, some passed away.

Of course the physical park still exists, as do the people who have or do spend time there. Because of this, this blog can still serve the purpose of helping keep us connected.

But what do I call it? For the time being, I won't change the info in the header: "...news from Rockport 35 RV Park." That's what it was when we were there and probably what all our friends from those days recognize it as. And its location in cyberspace, 35rv.us, will not change. At least not for now.

However, this is looking to the past. I prefer to look to the future. I'd like to come up with a new park blog today, referencing the new name, Wilderness Oaks, in some appropriate way. (It won't happen today, but it would be nice if it could.) That would give the new owner and manager a definite break from the past era and the fresh start they deserve. How I actually deal with this will require a bit of thought. (Your suggestions are welcome!)

Pat and I wish the new team success and joy in this new adventure. We know the "regulars" who are there and know that they will do everything they can to make you feel welcome to the park and to feel "at home" in no time.

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