Chronicling the adventures of an elite experiential marketing team. From the nine years on the road to new adventures in Portland, OR. We are the Roving Van Gelders and we can’t wait to see you down the road.
A girlfriend of mine called to see if we could work at the Vikings game this past weekend; the Vikings/Bears game! We helped out with Chevy and got to cheer on our Chicago Bears. Now it might have been a sad game but it was fun and not just free, we got paid. Thanks Jacquie.
After wrapping our show in Massachusetts we pushed hard to get to Detroit and then to Mt. Sterling to be with my family. We got to spend four days there and I got plenty of snuggle time with my nieces and nephews! The highlight was Aunt Vickie's noodles! Every family has their tradition this is... Continue Reading →
We spent three days in the bitter cold of Lowell, MA. It was not without a few highlights. The sports arena had brought us there for a Lincoln themed game; a local school had a poster contest, Lincoln prizes were awarded, Abe dropped the puck and a costume contest was held.We got the treat of... Continue Reading →
From Wisconsin we had some extra time to visit the Storey family in Upstate New York. They live in a huge house in a small town outside Utica. Bernie was there too so it was a double bonus. We spent a good portion of the time hanging out by the fireplace but did find some... Continue Reading →
For those of you who have been to one of our Happy Hour celebrations you know we bring gifts. Our next one will be no exception do not fear. However I have an early treat, I am giving up my PDA it is a working Sony Clie and is great for someone who needs an... Continue Reading →
Our show in Verona, WI was an amazing and overwhelming experience! Not only did I to be on TV but we had more then 2000 guests come visit the exhibit in two days. On Saturday there was a 30 minute wait to get inside!The crowd as we opened, they were waiting at the doorThe 30... Continue Reading →
After leaving Indiana we had to meet back up with the truck in Springfield for some filming. The History Channel will be airing a special on the truck. Well we figured it was the perfect time to stop in and see Vickie. Went for dinner and stayed till almost 10! It was a blast, spent... Continue Reading →
One of the elements of being on a high profile tour like the Lincoln library is that the media has an interest in doing stories. Many newspapers run something before we arrive and on many occasions I have seen Lynn do quick interviews. Well it was my turn, last night I did a live segment... Continue Reading →
With Lynn and Lloyd still with us on the Lincoln truck there was a little leeway to go see Zach in Indiana. We drove most of the way there and stopped in after they were home from church on Sunday. Sweet little Elizabeth was all smiles, Dorothy did all her funny voices and as always... Continue Reading →
Abigail Awesome feminine fitted Bears Hoodie or zip jacket Swiss Army Knife (one size up from the tiny one) Tall Socks Pink Chicago Bears Slippers from Reebok Road Trip Book BPA Free water bottles Homemade throw blanket Travel Yoga Mat - like this one Bears Travel Bag Josh Books on tape Carolina Work Boots -... Continue Reading →
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