The Great Willys Picnic June 14th, 2026 Kempton, PA

Supporter Spotlight: The Dispatcher Magazine

About Us

The Dispatcher is a quarterly magazine published by The Norris-Banonis Publishing Group LLC. We are an American publisher with a passion for the preservation of vintage vehicles and their rich colorful heritage. The Dispatcher covers an era beginning in 1904 (Willys-Overland) up through the late 1980s–and ventures beyond that when opportunities present themselves. Besides covering Willys and Jeep vehicles, early Ford and Bantam “Jeeps” are also covered. The magazine includes bio’s about individuals who helped shape histories of the vehicles and the companies that produced them. Also, product and book reviews, feature articles, military and civilian articles, events, readers’ rides, historical articles, time capsules, technical articles, off-road adventures, and international articles.

Please subscribe to this great Willys Magazine, you will not be disappointed!

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The Great Willys Picnic June 14th, 2026

Kempton, PA

Supporter Spotlight: The Jeepsterman

About The Jeepsterman….

The JeepsterMan has been around since the 1960’s and was started by Morris Ratner who is pictured on the site. We still honor the original “JeepsterMan” and we are grateful for his perseverance in reproducing hard to find Willys and Jeep parts.

Today the JeepsterMan team, Mark and John are now the owners of JeepsterMan. JeepsterMan and Just Jeepsters is a father and son dream from 25 years ago when Mark bought his first 1972 Jeep Commando. We were hooked. Our lives took different paths but we always maintained our love for these very rare and prestigious vehicles.

John is a decorated combat Veteran, UH-60 Blackhawk and King Air Pilot. John retired early as an Army Major due to combat injuries. He served our country in 2008-2009 in Iraq as a Black Hawk pilot and in 2031-2014 in Afghanistan where he flew King Airs. John has a bachelor and master’s degree. John has a son named Everett who is already growing up in the shop.

Mark is a leadership development specialist and has taught leadership to global leaders in several countries and specializes in Leadership, Coaching, and Organization Development. Mark has a bachelor and master’s degree and holds a current PHD/ABD in organization behavior and development.

Jamie is the General Manage of the entire operation. Don’t doubt her mechanical skills because this one puts so called mechanics in their place all the time. Her husband is Robby. While Robby doesn’t work here full time he creates many of our innovative products and was the brains behind our very popular disc brake kit conversion.

The Jeepsterman About Us

Please visit their sites:

Website: https://www.thejeepsterman.com

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@jeepsterman8823

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jeepsterman_johnnyv/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheJeepsterman/

THE WILLYS JEEP RALLY! – Show & Swap Meet 2026
May 29-30, 2026 – Hueston Woods State Lodge and State Park – College Corner, Ohio

The 17th Willys Jeep Rally will take place from May 29th to May 30th at Hueston Woods State Lodge and State Park – College Corner, Ohio this year. It is a really great show with live demo of Farm Jeep equipment and a really great gathering of Willys Jeep folks. If you are able to attend this year consider heading over and checking this one out.

IF YOU WISH TO HELP WITH THE 2026 EVENT, PLEASE CONTACT THE REGISTRATION STAFF. EVEN A SMALL DONATION OF YOUR TIME WILL MAKE A BIG DIFFERENCE.

It takes a lot to put on these shows and events please support the Vendors and Staff who make all of these possible for us to enjoy.

Link To Show Website

INFORMATION ABOUT THE SHOW:

We invite you to attend our Rally at Hueston Woods State Lodge and State Park on MAY 29-30, 2026 . The Hueston Woods Lodge is located at 5201 Lodge Road, College Corner, Ohio 45003. The phone number for the Lodge is 513-664-3500 or 888-711-4725 or www.huestonwoodslodge.com if you wish to rent a tent camping space or space for an RV, you can contact the Hueston Woods State Park at 866-644-6727 or www.ohiostateparks.org

This gives you the opportunity to chose your level of accommodations and manage your budget. If you chose the Lodge, be sure to mention if you have an AAA, AARP or Golden Buckeye Card as discounts are available. The Lodge offers both rooms and separate cottages. The Lodge offers all the amenities you would expect at a fine motel, including dining room service, lounge/bar, indoor/outdoor pools, sauna, tennis, and more.

The Great Willys Picnic June 14th, 2026

Kempton, PA

Supporter Spotlight: Kaiser Willys

Kaiser Willys Auto Supply, a family owned business providing quality and reasonably priced vintage Willys Jeep Parts, was founded by Ron Meditz in 1995 and handed down from father to son, Mike Meditz, in the early 2000s. In the beginning, Ron’s interest in the hobby began with a 1954 Kaiser Darrin (pictured below), and very quickly expanded into Kaiser Frasier, Willys Jeep, Truck and Station Wagon. For as long as he can remember, owner Mike Meditz can recall many childhood experiences surrounding his father’s interest in the Kaiser / Willys line of automobiles.

To learn more about their journey please visit the site: https://www.kaiserwillys.com/about-us/

Website: https://www.kaiserwillys.com

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@KaiserWillysJeep

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kaiserwilly…

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@kaiserwillysa…

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