CHARTERED JUNE 26, 1965 BC UNIT “the news” · 2013. 11. 11. · November/December 2013 “the...
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November/December 2013
“the news” UPCOMING EVENTS
Christmas Buffet Luncheon 11:00 am, Sunday, December 8, 2013 Town & Country Inn, Delta, BC 6005—Hwy. #17 at Hwy. #99 (enter off 62B Street)
Hosted by Doug & Debra McGill for all Airstream Members and their families. Bring a ‘recycled’ or ‘regifted’ present to exchange. RSVP absolutely necessary to the McGills at 250-338-6813 or email to
their address in list of Unit Officers below.
Traveland RV Centre Luncheon 11:30 am, Saturday, January 18, 2014 20529 Langley By-Pass, Langley, BC
Hosted by Tom Akam
PLEASE REMEMBER TO WEAR YOUR
BADGE TO ALL UNIT, REGIONAL AND
NATIONAL FUNCTIONS
UNIT OFFICERS
2013-2014
President Doug McGill, 250.338.6813 [email protected] 1st VP Tom Akam, 604.538.4149 [email protected] 2nd VP Shannon Leslie, 604.943.9909 [email protected] 3rd VP Vacant Treasurers Paul & Toni Reimer, 604.556.7745 [email protected] Recording Secretary Joyce Wensley, tba [email protected] Corresponding Secretary Debra McGill, 250.338.6813 [email protected] Past President Bob Halliwell, 604.870.4850 [email protected] Directors - One Year Alex Matches, 604-535-4237 [email protected] Norm Finley, 604-435-3201 (no computer) Directors - Two Year Castel Tuason, 604.583.5875 [email protected] Ron Wills, 250.248.6103 (summer) 480.671.2436 (winter) [email protected]
British Columbia Unit #121 CHARTERED JUNE 26, 1965
www.airstreambc.com BC UNIT
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Editor: Arlene Matches Home Phone: 604.535.4237
Cell Phone: 604.202.7229
Email: [email protected]
THE PRESIDENT’S RAMBLINGS
Hello all...
Debra and I have just returned from Quadra and Cortez Islands. Although I
have visited the Islands before--on water well business--we had not explored
them extensively. Gorge Harbour, Whaletown, Heriot Bay, Granite Bay, Squirrel
Cove and Manson’s Landing did not escape our scrutiny. We did the trip in a true
funkiness manner as we boon-docked our way around. It is an Oyster lovers’ para-
dise! Just prior to this trip, we attended our unit’s executive meeting held in Al-
dergrove. It was a very productive and well-attended meeting where our unit’s
rallies and caravans were presented. It promises to be an exciting year! The
dates and times for these events will be presented both here in the newsletter
and on our unit’s website. The latest info or any changes will appear on our web-
site.
During September, Debra and I also had the wonderful experience of attending
the Region 12 Rally held in Lodi, CA. It was noted that they have the same issues
of getting volunteers and communication (.com) both horizontally and vertically as
we do. The solution for the .com problem and the direction WBCCI is taking will
be through the Google Calendar. It will link all units in WBCCI instantly; what a
great thing for those traveling and attending rallies and impromptu or last minute
changes to our own unit rallies and caravans. Monty, our unit webmaster and pub-
lisher, will be making it happen for us.
We are looking forward to seeing many of you at the Christmas Luncheon on the
8th of December. Details found elsewhere in the News-
letter and Website. To those unable to attend this af-
fair both Debra and I want to wish you and your family a
very Merry Christmas. 2014 appears to be a grand year
for Unit 121 and WBCCI. Keep those wheels turning...
Best Wishes.
DougDougDougDoug
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THE COMMUNITY CORNER
We were saddened to learn that long-time member, Nick Kapty,
passed away October 9th. Nick had been a member of BC Unit
since 1977 and served as Unit President in 1984. Please keep
Joan in your prayers at this sad time.
Condolences to Moe & Carol Storoshenko — they lost their
beautiful daughter, Kim, to pancreatic cancer November 20th.
Also, keep Marilyn Hook in your thoughts and prayers as she
fights a serious health battle.
HAPPY NOVEMBER BIRTHDAY TO:
04 Wendy Barbera
04 David Sams
16 Patricia Broemer
22 Jim Kolhoff
22 Kay McQuarrie
HAPPY NOVEMBER ANNIVERSARY TO:
07 Stu Biggan & Jacquie Mason
10 Lee & Shirley Look
HAPPY DECEMBER BIRTHDAY TO:
01 Ron Smith
01 Ruth Stahl
02 Larry Parker
11 Carol Storoshenko
15 Lois Cooper
15 Aliza Motola
19 Ron Wills
21 Shelley Alexander
25 Suzie Jensen
28 Sandy Boogertman
28 Iain Cameron
28 David Richardson
HAPPY DECEMBER ANNIVERSARY TO:
04 Wendell & Elsie Bonner
28 David & Marilynn Sams
29 Bob & Darlene Caldwell
Lalani Vanderheide is unable to continue doing this column as work is interfering with her leisure — she can hardly wait to retire and get on with the important things in life (i.e. Air-streaming, travel, happy hours, etc.) Until she has more time, Arlene will endeavour to fill her capable shoes preparing this column...
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COMMUNITY SERVICE
We are always impressed by the number of aluminum pull tabs we receive from our members, affili-ates and friends !!!! Remember to keep saving those tabs and bring them to the next rally as this is a great way to raise money for charity (in the case of BC Unit, proceeds go to sending children with severe or chronic illnesses and disabilities to summer camp at the Zajak Ranch for Children). We coordi-nate our donations with Sharon Pentecost who, for more than 25 years, has been collecting aluminum for charitable organizations. Community Service Coordi-nators, Alex and Arlene Matches will also ensure any donation of warm women’s or children’s clothing goes to the Shelter for Abused Women and that donated foodstuffs are given to the Food Bank. Marilyn & Gene Van Iderstine are pleased to accept old towels and blankets for the SPCA and we always collect food items for the Food Bank at any of our ral-lies, dinners or luncheons. Please be generous…!!!
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NEW MEMBERS & WEBSITE/ROSTER CHANGES
Add these new members to your roster: Jacques & Maris MacDorey WBCCI #4167 1339 163 Street Surrey, BC, V4A 8E6 Phone: 604-531-2814 E-Mail: [email protected] Trailer: 1963 26-foot Overlander
Roster Changes:
WIEDER, Charlie & Sharon WBCCI #3683 Please note the spelling of their last name was incorrect in the October newsletter (I transposed the i and e). Shown above is correct.
SOOKE, Tom & Brigitte WBCCI #5440 New E-Mail address is: [email protected] Birthdays: Tom is January 18 and Brigitte is April 25 Anniversary: February 18 President Doug McGill requests new and affiliate members to please forward their info (photo and bio) for inclusion in the
BC Unit website. We also encourage our regular members to add a picture and update their biographies as well. Also,
newsletter editor, Arlene, needs birthdays and anniversaries for the newsletter. The affiliate names will be on the website
shortly. Soon there will be a printable list of the membership available off the website. Please contact new Web Master,
Monty Sheldan with regard to accessing the website (if you haven’t already done so — the email address for Monty is:
DUES ARE DUE If you haven’t already paid, kindly mail a US money order in the amount of $65 and a cheque for $25 Canadian for your Unit dues to Paul & Toni Reimer at 32514 Pandora Avenue, Abbotsford, BC, V2T 3X1. Dues for Af-filiate members of BC Unit are $20 Canadian funds). Don’t lose out on the many advantages of WBCCI membership by forgetting to pay your annual dues…!!!
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Another BC Unit member is “Moving On Up
and Selling the Old”
Moe & Carol Storoshenko are offering their 1990 34-
foot Excella 1000 for sale. They are asking $15,800 or
best offer. Moe can be reached at 604-538-7130. They
are selling because they have purchased a newer model
(a 2001 34-foot Limited)
Its not too early to start planning your
trip to the 2014 International Rally in Gil-
lette, WY.
Be sure to register prior to the end of the
year to get the best pricing.
This is a wonderful venue for the rally and
we are anticipating a great turnout from
BC Unit — perhaps an organized caravan
to the event?
“Tact is the ability to tell someone to go to hell in such a way that they look forward to the trip”
Winston Churchill
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PROPOSED ACTIVITY SCHEDULE PROPOSED ACTIVITY SCHEDULE PROPOSED ACTIVITY SCHEDULE ——— 2014 2014 2014
January 5 Tag-a-long caravan to Hemet, CA. Hosts: Alex & Arlene Matches
January 18 Traveland Luncheon. Hosted by Tom Akam
February 8 Valentine Day Rally - Hosts: Larry & Shannon Leslie - Location TBA
March 14 St. Patrick’s Day at the Reimer’s
April 25—27 Whidbey Caravan — Joint rally with North Cascades group
April 28—May 22 “Tidal Pools to Fishing Pools” - Caravan to Palmer Lake Rally. This Caravan will encompass a rally at
Palmer Lake, caravan through the Okanagan and terminate at Sheridan Lake
May 1—4 Palmer Lake Rally - Hosts: Ralph & Lalani Vanderheide - location Palmer Lake, Wash.
May 6—14 Wine tour from Osoyoos to Kamloops. Hosts: Doug & Debra McGill with a Mother’s Day Lunch at
Midtown RV in Penticton on May 11th (TBC)
May 13—14 Rally in Kamloops - Hosts: Ralph & Lalani Vanderheide
May 15—22 Buddy Fishing Rally - Sheridan Lake - Loon Bay Resort - Hosts: Doug & Debra McGill with helpers.
June 6—20 Caravan - Heritage BC from Hope to Canal Flats - Hosts: McGills. At Hope and terminating in
Cranbrook.
July 5—17 Tag-a-long Caravan return from Gillette picking up those wishing to attend the Region #10 Rally
July 17—21 Astoria, OR. Region #10 Rally
August 6—10 Circle the Wagon Rally at Rathtrevor Provincial Park in Parksville - Hosts McGills
September 3—8 Pendleton Caravan - Hosts: Janet & Patrick Howell. Lower Mainland to Pendleton
September 8—14 Pendleton National Rally. Looking for 10 units from #121
September 19—21 Joint Installation Rally - Eagle Wind RV, Aldergrove - Hosts McGills & ?
There is no Family Picnic Day planned unless others step up to host. Also unknown is the Vintage Rally. Other ideas for short
caravans are; fall fairs, scenic points of interest, activity-oriented event such as a farmer’s market, summer festival, geo-caching,
golf. Ideas are unlimited but require hosts and someone to organize. This schedule can be added to, amended, or activities deleted,
depending on participation and enthusiasm.
WBCCI
B.C. Unit 121
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VOLUNTEERS, WE NEED VOLUNTEERS... PLEASE STEP UP AND LEND A HAND. THIS CLUB RUNS ON VOLUNTEERS AND THERE ARE UPCOMING LUNCHES, DINNERS, RALLIES, ETC. THAT NEED YOUR HELP. MAKE YOURSELF FEEL GOOD AND VOLUNTEER !!!! THANK YOU... DOUG McGILL
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Report on the BC Unit Halloween Rally at Eagle Wind RV Park Aldergrove.
We were a small group that gathered for the last rally of the year, but we were big on having a good time. There were six trailers in attendance – Tom Akam, Jacquie Mason and Stewart Biggan, Judy and Gerry Greth, Tom and Brigitte Sooke, Castel and Jay Tuason, Gene and Marilyn Van Iderstine (Barry Hook and Paul Reimer were drive ins).
Castel did a great job of decorating the hall. Everyone carved pumpkins on Saturday afternoon and they were lit and put on display for the Halloween party Saturday evening. Sunday we were blessed with a bright, sunny day so we were able to enjoy some time outdoors.
Marilyn Van Iderstine
Two of the ‘award-winning’ carved pumpkins. Happy hour with Gerry & Judy Greth, Jay Tuason, Gene Van Iderstine and Tom Akam. Gerry & Judy carving their pumpkin Gerry & Judy’s imaginative costumes Jacquie Mason’s little dog all dressed for Halloween
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Castel Tuason decorating the hall
Jay & Castel Tuason in their Bonny &
Clyde outfits
Tom Akam carving pumpkins with Jay and
Brigitte Sooke
Thanks, Marilyn Van Iderstine, for photos.
Jacquie Mason also sent some but I couldn’t
download them...OOPS
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BC Unit Christmas BrunchBC Unit Christmas BrunchBC Unit Christmas BrunchBC Unit Christmas Brunch
Assemble at Delta Town and Country Inn (by the Massey Tun-nel) between 11:00 and 11:30 for a noon buffet luncheon on Sunday, December 8th. Cost per person: $22.50 plus tax plus gratuity. Check out their website for more detailed driving directions. http://deltainn.com/subpage/dining/sunday-brunch/
GIFT EXCHANGE: Just for fun, bring one recycled or regifted
present per couple/trailer. Also, please bring some Christmas
goodies (home made or store bought) for a raffle (sort of like a
cookie exchange).