"The Dolphins" is a Chapter of the Family Motor Coach Association (FMCA) that was formed at FMCA's Annual Winter Convention in San Antonio, Texas in March 1989. At that time the Dolphin owners attending the convention met and voted to organize a chapter exclusively for owners of National RV, Inc manufactured motorhomes. These included Dolphin Class A, Dolphin Mini, Marlin, Islander, Carribbean, Las Brisas, Sea View, Sea Breeze and Tropi-Cal motorhomes. Since that time some of these models have been discontinued while others like the Tradewinds, Surf Side and Pacifica have been added. Therefore, all models of motorhomes produced by National RV, Inc. are eligible to join. Since this is an FMCA Chapter, membership in the Family Motor Coach Association is also required. The twenty members required for a charter organized on March 9, 1989.

Members of our Chapter live in the western part of the United States, so we are within the Western region of FMCA. All members of our chapter may attend all other FMCA chapter or Area activities. If you read about an upcoming event of another chapter, do not hesitate to sign up and attend.

The Dolphins are most active in the Southern California area. However, our Northern and Central California, and Arizona areas are becoming more active all the time. All Dolphin members are welcome to attend any campout scheduled while visiting the different areas.

Semi-Annual business meetings are held at our campouts. Board and General Membership Meetings are held to conduct business of the club. Special meetings may be called, when the need arises, by the President or the governing board of our organization. When needed, these board meetings are usually held at campouts.

Members also attend FMCA area rallies. We usually meet with our rigs at a pre-arranged location, then caravan to the entrance of the rally, thus enabling us to park together. This permits us to participate and enjoy the large group events and also our own group activities.
The purpose of our Chapter is to promote fun, fellowship and friendship among the many proud owners of National RV, Inc. motor homes. We offer membership to all owners of motor coaches produced by National RV, Inc., and strive to provide helpful exchanges of ideas for travel, RV maintenance and other information about our rigs. Our monthly newsletter (The Splash) is distributed to all members and provides information on past and future campouts, rallies and conventions. We WELCOME you to come join in The Dolphin activities.