True
American Hero to Address Attendees
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FMCA’s 100th Convention
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Convention August 14 through
17, 2019, at the
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North Dakota State Fairgrounds
in Minot
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Cincinnati,
OH – March 2019 / Newsmaker Alert / Family
Motor Coach Association (FMCA), an international association for RV
owners, has announced that Captain “Sully” Sullenberger, renowned captain
of the “Miracle on the Hudson,” will be the featured speaker at the organization’s
100th
International Convention and RV Expo, set to take place August 14 through
17, 2019, at the North Dakota State Fairgrounds in Minot.
Captain
“Sully” Sullenberger gained worldwide acclaim on January 15, 2009, when
he and his crew safely guided US Airways Flight 1549 to an emergency water
landing in New York’s frigid Hudson River, saving the lives of all 155
people onboard. The Airbus 320’s two engines lost thrust following a bird
strike, requiring quick and decisive action from Captain “Sully” Sullenberger
and his crew to bring the plane to a successful landing just off the Manhattan
shoreline.
During
his presentation, “208 Seconds: A Lifetime of Lessons,” Captain “Sully”
Sullenberger will reveal the important lessons he learned throughout his
life, in the military, and as a commercial pilot that made it possible
for him to take immediate and heroic action when called upon. His riveting
speech will remind the audience that even in these days of conflict, tragedy,
and uncertainty, there are values worth fighting for, and life’s challenges
can be met if we’re ready for them.
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Registrations
are now being accepted for the convention, which has been dubbed “Minot
Magic — 100 Times The Fun” in honor of the host area and in celebration
of the 100-convention milestone. All RV owners are invited to attend. For
more information, or to register, visit FMCA.com or call the FMCA Events
Team at (513) 474-3622 or (800) 543-3622.
Besides
hearing Captain “Sully” Sullenberger’s inspirational message on Thursday,
August 15, attendees who travel to Minot will be treated to more fun and
exciting activities during the four-day event, including many to celebrate
FMCA’s 100th convention.
RVers
stay on-site during the event. Key elements of an FMCA convention include
an RV Expo, with major RV manufacturers and dealers displaying the latest
models; approximately 100 seminar sessions, with topics ranging from RV
driving/towing and RV maintenance to microwave-convection cooking and technology
for travelers; and a variety of daytime and evening entertainment offerings.
About
FMCA: Enhancing The RV Lifestyle
Family
Motor Coach Association (FMCA) is the world’s largest not-for-profit
association for recreation vehicle (RV) owners. The organization maintains
its national headquarters in Cincinnati, Ohio, and currently has nearly
80,000 active member families. FMCA offers its members a number of benefits,
including a subscription to its monthly magazine, Family RVing; a medical
emergency and travel assistance program valued at $105 per family; a tire
purchasing program; group rates on a roadside assistance program, RV and
auto insurance, and health insurance; discounted rates for RV tours and
caravans; and discounts on mobile internet access plans from Verizon and
Sprint. Perhaps the most important benefit of FMCA membership is the camaraderie
and friendships that develop among people enjoying the common interest
of RV travel. The organization can be reached at 513-474-3622 or 800-543-3622
and on the web at FMCA.com.
Media
Contact:
Pamela
Kay
FMCA
Director
of Communications, Publishing
800-543-3622
ext. 234 or 513-474-3622 |