GOLD COUNTRY
TRAVELERS
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In This Issue (Click on an
item to jump to it) ************************ ************************ Recent Outing Stories ********************** Pelican
Point, Half Moon Bay Ken
& Cricket Couser 10th Anniversary Celebration Bryce
7 Bessie Smith ** Bodega
Bay John
& Karen Puthuff ** ** October @ Redding
Big 31 Winner Shasta Dam Tour November @ Duck Island Beautiful Sunsets
Good Food This is the life! Christmas Dinner Ol’ Gambling Buddies Meet our sponsors – Jay and
Vonel – J’s RV Check out our website for
all the pictures and upcoming outing details. Published quarterly by
Club Officers President - David Lee Treasurer - Cindy Gore ***** 2009
Outing Calendar January 23-25–
Pelican Point, Half Moon Bay Couser’s Wagon Masters 10th
Anniversary Outing 49er RV Park, Plymouth Bryce & Bessie Smith ** May - Jim &
Judy McGrew, Wagon Masters ** June 18-21 - Pine Acres RV Resort ,
Upper Lake Isola’s, Wagon Masters ** July - Scott
& Christy Nyland, Wagon Masters ** Aug - Dillon
Beach Dave & Marsha Lee, Wagon Masters ** Sept 10-14 - Napa Valley
Expo - Watkins, Cooper Wagon Masters ** Oct 10-12 - Cowboy Film
Festival, Lone Pine – Aaron & Carmen Harris, Wagon Masters ** Nov – Howard
& Judy Hitt, Wagon Masters ** Dec - Christmas
Party, Cindy Gore Sunnybrook 2009 International Rally Many
signs of evidence such as arrowheads left by the Kahquak Indians and the Erie
Indians have been found along the Eighteen Mile Creek and around the Erie
County Fairgrounds. The name of "Lake Erie" and "Erie
County" is derived from the Erie Indians. |
Presidents MessageTen Years – a decade –
120 months. Yes, it’s a long time, a
great time for a great club that was started in 1999 by 13 Sunnybrook owners: Dave and Marsha Lee, Leonard and Ginger
Witt, Greg and Jennifer Leard, Jack and Betty Isola, Jerry and Sherry
Kessell, Ed and Joan Fernandez, Tim and Lindy Pickens, Bessie Smith and
“what’s his name”, Bob and Jo-Ann Kuhlman, Earl and Nancy Bauer, Bobby and
Cindy Gore, Richard and Virginia Lee and John and Lin Miller. This group and all of the great incoming
“new” members planned 115 outings through December 2008 and only one
(November 2002 at Napa Valley) was cancelled. That’s why I have always said we are, by far, the most
successful chapter in the US. I would
guess that you could add three or four of the other chapters to the get our
type of enthusiasm and attendance.
Let’s hope and pray that at year 20 our club will look back at with as
much camaraderie and affection as we have after the past ten years. Thanks for making the clubs first ten year
as great as they have been. Hopefully
we will all see each other at the tenth Anniversary party, February 12-14,
2009. Dave Lee ___________________________________________________________ Website and Newsletter Printing If you desire to print out a hard copy of this newsletter, use the
printer friendly link at top of the left column above. This will bring up a
copy that does not have the color background, saving your color ink
cartridge. All previous newsletters are achieved on the “NEWS” tab on the
club website.
Newsletter Deadlines – For this next year we plan on publishing the newsletter during the second week of the 3rd month of each quarter. So for the first quarter please have all articles for publication to me by March 6, the 2nd quarter by May 8, third quarter by September 4 and 4th quarter by November 7.______________________________________________________October Outing - RVing in Redding
On October 9th through the 12th, the
Gold Country Travelers made their way north to the JGW RV Park, located just
outside Redding on the Sacramento River.
JGW is an immaculate park with full hook up fees starting at only $30
a night. Rig jockeys making the trip were Dick LaVergne, Wagonmaster;
Dave and Marsha Lee, joined by their son, Jeff and his family; Howard and
Judy Hitt; Scott and Christie Nyland; Bob & Joann Kuhlman, the other
Lees, Richard and Virginia; John and Janice Saylor Jack and Betty Isola and
due to mechanical problems, the “We made it Rogers”, Chuck and Arlys. The weather was perfect, lots of great
company and a worry-free outing. The
outing started on Thursday, which included exploring on our own, with Dick
trying out his new 150 cc scooter for putting around the area. Hauled in the bed of the truck and wheeled
down a ramp, it was the latest in Sunnybrook accessories… Next time will he
sport a Sunnybrook patch on his helmet? On Friday, a few of us tried our luck at the Win River
Casino….(Does Jack ever lose?).
Joining Jack with that winning edge was Dave Lee, having mastered a
new table game that combined Hi-card match, Blackjack and Poker. Whew!
In the evening, we all enjoyed dinner at Cool Hand Luke’s in Redding,
which ended with many compliments for the service and meals. Try it the next time you’re in
Redding. (There’s also a new one
that’s opened near Sunrise Mall in Sacramento.) Saturday found the group on a terrific tour of the workings and innards of Shasta Dam. A 428 foot ride down an elevator into the dam interior brought us to the “echoing” gallery tunnel and then a presentation on the construction of the dam which began in 1938 and included 5 years of continuous pouring of concrete, finishing construction in 1945. The dam has held back many a flood, but this year, the lake was at a low point of more than 150 feet below capacity. If you haven’t been on it, try the tour. It’s worth it. The Sundial Bridge was also a “must see” for several of us. Be sure to check out the pics on both! The Saturday potluck included Halloween decorations, a
celebration of Marsha’s birthday and good cheer and games for all. The hit of the evening was the
beautifully framed close-up picture of Howard for Marsha… I’m sure it’s hanging in a place of honor
and provides a lasting reminder of the group’s RVing in Redding! ___________________________________________ Return to topNovember Outing at Duck IslandBob and Jo Ann Kulman, Wagon Masters
The Gold Country Travelers camped out in November at a site never visited before by the group. Duck Island is a beautiful campground located on a grassy site next to the river in Rio Vista. The weather was a balmy calm 75 degrees during the weekend. It was a record for nice weather. We came in
early on Friday to find that the Rogers had already arrived. The Couser, Harris, Isola, Nyland, Saylor
and Stohlman RV’s then came in and we spent the rest of the day greeting the
arrival of our new members, Jerry and Maryan Billips. All nine of our trailers were lined up
along the riverbank with a panoramic view of the water. Friday evening we all caravanned to the
other side of the river for a tasty dinner at “The Point” restaurant. Saturday found most of us lounging in
the sun on the grassy bank enjoying the view and watching the river craft
during the day and some magnificent sunsets in the evening. On Saturday
evening a potluck dinner in the clubhouse consisted of delicious pork loin
roast, potato casseroles, beans and avocado salads and of course, several
cakes for dessert. In the evening a
large group of us played the card game 31. On Sunday
morning the Harris’s led a tour to view a “Camp Tracy” film about a secret
interrogation center for Japanese POW's during WWII. Those that attended enjoyed it. While some of
our party departed Sunday afternoon for home, those that remained had free
time and five couples met up again for dinner at a great Italian restaurant
in Rio Vista called “Lucy’s Café”. On Monday
morning the rest of us said our farewells after a very enjoyable weekend. December Christmas PartyCindy Gore,
Chairperson
The Gold Country Travelers Christmas Party was held December
6 at Logan's Roadhouse in Sacramento.
Cindy Gore hosted the dinner. There was 39 members in attendance, plus
our Sunnybrook sponsor Jay and his wife Vonel of J’s RV in Eureka, Ca. The
food was great as was the service. Table decorations were made by
Cindy Gore. One lucky couple at each of the tables went home with the
centerpieces. Christmas ornaments with the year and club name were given
out as party favors. Cindy’s daughter-in-law, Stacey, made these. We
all had a wonderful time, good food and catching up on this years personal
trips and hearing about next years outings. I will reserve Logan's for next
year. Check the web site for some pictures. This is such a great way to
get ready for the coming year. ____________________________________________________________ Meeting Minutes
Redding - October 12, 2008
Dave thanked Dick for great weekend and tour of Shasta Dam. Howard and Judy Hitt volunteered to do next year. Happy Birthday again to Marsha and acknowledgement of their guests for the weekend. Next Outings November - Duck Island at Rio Vista. Wagon masters Bob and Jo-Ann Kuhlman. Details on website.
December - Christmas Party. Cindy Gore at Logan's Roadhouse. Details on website.
January - Pelican Point at Half Moon Bay, Ken and Cricket Couser wagon masters. Details on website.
Notice of SunnyBrook and GMC Duramax for sale on park bulletin board.
John Saylor will print a copy of newsletter to mail to Jay in Eureka.
Respectfully submitted, Janice Saylor, Secretary ************ Meeting Minutes Duck Island, November 15, 2008
Meeting called to order 7:19PM by VP Chuck Rogers. Thanks to Bob and Jo-Ann Kuhlman for the wonderful weekend. Guests Jerry and Maryann Billips welcomed and given a membership application.
Christmas Party - Dec 6, details on website.
January - Pelican Point at Half Moon Bay, wagon masters Ken and Cricket Couser. More details to follow, check web site.
February - 10th anniversary of club celebration/reunion. Forty Niner RV Park in Plymouth, wagon masters Bryce and Bessie Smith. All past and present members encouraged to come.
Carmen Harris gave details about Sunday morning trip to Brentwood for Camp Tracy film about secret interrogation center for Japanese POWs.
Continental breakfast scheduled for 8:30 AM, Sunday.
Meeting adjourned, 7:30 PM
Respectfully submitted Janice Saylor, Secretary. Return to top ****** ______________________________________________________ Upcoming Outings and EventsJanuary 23-25, Pelican point RV Park,
Half Moon Bay.
Ken and Cricket
Couser, Wagon Masters. Full hookups, Cable TV, WiFi, $30.00 per night(cash)
$33.00 (Credit). $4.00 for extra persons.
Shasta Dam and Power Plant Tour, Visit the Sun Dial Bridge and much
more. For Reservations send $30 check
to Richard LaVergne. Mail to: 699 Morris Way Sacramento, Ca 95864, email:
bmagicl@sbcglobal.net or call (916) 482-4640.
More info
****** February 12-14, Tenth Anniversary Celebration, Plymouth,Wagon Masters Bryce and Bessie Smith. Twenty spaces have been reserved, plus there are loft cottages available for those who no longer have a rig. Everybody, including former members, are invited. Hoping for a large turnout. Have the large club house Friday and Saturday. Tri tip and chicken will be served Saturday night. Dave will set up a winery tour for Saturday. More Info March 26-28, Bodega bay RV
Park John &
Karen Puthuff, Wagon Masters. This is one of the clubs favorite
destinations. Contact John or Karen
at 916-482-9299 to reserve your site. Dues are Due Cindy will be sending out renewals soon.
Respond quickly to insure your listing in the 2009 Roster 2009 Roster We will be starting the roster soon. Send any
updates to your information to John via email: jsaylor@surewest.net TECH TIP – Sliding DoorOverall, Sunnybrook builds
an above average quality rig but they still have their quirks. They tend to
cut corners on relatively minor costing hardware. I am sure most of you have
had to repair drawer slides that have not stood up to the forces encountered
from bumpy roads. This past weekend I had a pocket door support rail come
loose inside the wall. Fortunately it was a relatively simple fix. The doors
easily unclip from their sliding hangers. I found that the three mounting
screws that hold the rail in place had pulled loose. The screws were simply
too short to adequately hold the weight of the door on a rough road where
inertial forces can impose loads that may be two or three times the actual
weight of the door. I replaced the 3/8” screws with 1 1/4” screws with bigger
threads. I also found that while there are only three screws supporting the
door when it is open inside the wall there are about six screws supporting it
when it is closed and should these screws come loose they are much easier to
get to. To access the screws inside the wall I had to remove some molding and
reach in almost to my shoulder. A very tight fit to get the elbow into the
space. If you are carrying a little extra body weight or have big joints you
are not going to make the fix! So to avoid problems I would urge everyone to
keep the door in the closed position when traveling. Ed Fernandez |
Happy
Birthdays Happy Anniversaries
2-Oct |
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Ed & Joan Fernandez |
4-Oct |
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Marsha Lee |
12-Oct |
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Greg & Jennifer Leard |
26-Oct |
Bessie Smith |
28-Oct |
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Chuck & Arlys Rogers |
8-Nov |
Jane Poynter |
7-Nov |
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Jerry & Maryan Billips |
28-Nov |
Jack Isola |
10-Nov |
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Bryce & Bessie Smith |
28-Nov |
Ken Collins |
20-Nov |
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Howard & Judy Hitt |
2-Dec |
Shirley Watkins |
22-Nov |
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Larry & Roberta Cooper |
12-Dec |
Gary Moore |
24-Nov |
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Murl & Jane Poynter |
20-Dec |
Arlys Rogers |
24-Nov |
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Dick & Carol Bilheimer |
21-Dec |
Bob Kuhlman |
10-Dec |
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Ken & Cricket Couser |
31-Dec |
Carmen Harris |
16-Dec |
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