Renegade Eclipse Excursion 2024
Join fellow Renegaders to experience the Eclipse-2024 in the Zone of Totality together!
April 5 - 10, 2024

On April 8, 2024, a total solar eclipse will cross North America, passing over Mexico, United States, and Canada.  The next eclipse that will be viewable from the continuous United States will occur in 2044. After much searching, we have found an RV park within the Zone of Totality in Southeast Missouri that still has availability...but not for long!

Join a group of Renegaders for this smaller, less formal "Excursion".  This mini-rally will focus on fellowship and fun activities. No technical trainings or services will be provided.  Join us for:

  • A group lunch and Eclipse Viewing Party on the afternoon of Monday, April 8.
  • One planned group meal each day - both catered and pitch-ins.
  • Planned outdoor activities.
  • Reserved RV sites for Renegaders to stay near each other.  

The details of this event and specific activities are still being finalized, but since there is such a hot market for RV sites in the Zone of Totality, we want to secure participation and RV spots immediately.  We have a block of 38 RV sites reserved and if we take them all, we will sell out the remainder of the park.

Please complete this initial registration on this website.  Please register each person attending in your RV.  Register the first person and on final payment page, you will see a link to add additional person(s).

You will then receive directions as to how to reserve and pay for your RV spot in your registration confirmation email. With this information, please contact the RV park directly and immediately to reserve your RV site.  The rates will range from $40 to $45/night depending on site type for a full-hook up site.

The cost of the group meals is $100 per person. This is refundable less a $25 registration fee if you need to cancel.  Complete meals and activities information will be sent a few months before the event.  There may be additional costs for activities offered if you choose to participate.

We look forward to experiencing this amazing wonder of nature and your amazing company!

Agenda
Friday, April 5
2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Check in at the office first to finalize your RV site and then visit the Renegade Welcome area to receive your name tags and event information.
5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
Courtesy of Renegade pals, Miguel Carretero & Jen Luksza from Guido's Restaurant in St. Louis, and master hostess, Sue Barbieri, join us for a St. Louis-style pizza party, with fried raviolis, salad, and dessert.
Saturday, April 6
8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Spend the day on the trails at Flat Nasty Off-Road Park. Pack your lunch, snacks and drinks. If you do not have an off-road capable vehicle, we can find you a passenger seat for this low speed, high adventure ride! $25/vehicle, $5/rider.
5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
Pasta with white and red sauce, garlic bread, veggies, and desserts are on the menu for this group dinner.
Sunday, April 7
10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Learn about one of the largest Civil War battles fought in MO at the visitors center and some light hiking to various outdoor exhibits. Pack a lunch, snacks, and water. 22 mins to 118 E. Maple, Pilot Knob, MO. No fee.
2:00 PM - 4:30 PM
2:00 PM - 4:30 PM
Join in for a group tour of the Missouri Mines State Historic Park and Museum. 27 mins from Pilot Knob to 4000 St. Hwy 32, Park Hills, MO. Entrance to park is $5, if guided tour, discounted to $4 each.
5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
We provide the main course of fried chicken and chicken wings and you provide a side or dessert to share!
Monday, April 8
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
Join Renegader Chip Fairbank (and his lovely wife Becky) for a morning cup of joe, a donut, and some early morning fellowship at site 220.
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Bring your lawn chair for an day of fellowship, outdoor games, and anticipation of the solar eclipse. A cook-out lunch of burgers, hot dogs, fries, sides, and desserts will be provided...along with eclipse viewing glasses! Eclipse happens 12:30-2:00 pm.
5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
Join hosts Merv & Kim Miller for a Louisiana gumbo dinner after the eclipse.
Tuesday, April 9
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Continue your nature adventure with hiking in the rocky Johnson Shut-Ins. If the weather is nice, consider bringing clothes, shoes, and a towel to splash around in the water! 25 min drive to 148 Taum Sauk Trail, Middle Brook, MO. No fee. No pets.
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Visit historic Caledonia and the Old Village Mercantile for lunch and treats and to visit stores on Old Main Street. See attached document for map & menu. 36 mins to 219 MO-21, Caledonia. Bring $ for lunch & shopping.
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
Join us for a Taco Tuesday Fiesta - tacos, beans, rice, and all of the fixings. Plus, Margaritas, Coronas, and wine!
6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Gather around the fire for cocktails and conversation to say a fond farewell to your Renegade pals. Will have Margaritas, Coronas, and wine but BYOB any of your other favorite beverages as well.
Wednesday, April 10
8:00 AM - 1:00 PM
8:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Wave a fond farewell to your Renegade pals as you make your way to your next RVing adventure! Hope to see you again soon!