Summer Picnic at the Beach

Submitted by Sharan Harrison:

About 34 Shanty Shakers enjoyed the lovely breezes at Crown Point Shores in the shade of a giant tree on July 24th.  A few people brought rigs and there was plenty of parking for them. The event was hosted by the new Wagonmaster committee spearheaded by Jim and Sharan Harrison

Jim brought 2 kayaks and Mary Ann Cathey graciously accompanied people out on the water with them as she is the experienced kayaker.  Jim also brought a Tandem Bicycle which was a hoot to pedal around on.  A bunch of people went on a bide ride by the Bay to work up an appetite.

This cute, young lifeguard paddled out to the kayakers to make sure the ol timers could make their way back in against the wind. Sure fooled her !!

 Energizer bunny Jim, fashioned a large grill to fit over the fire pit on the beach and brought copious amounts of wood so he could grill the burgers and dogs the old fashioned way (he also used charcoal).

We had some salads and desserts to accompany the meal. And everyone seemed to have a good time doing what we love to do best and that is EAT and visit with each other.  Many agreed that this should be an annual event as July is usually stay at home in San Diego month while the rest of the world swelters and jockeys with vacationers for camping spots at favorite destinations.

End of the day firepit

We have to come up with a Rally for September!  It will still be summer but the tourists have all gone home by then to put their little darlings back in school! 

Credit to Jeanne Hawkins, Sue Pace. and Sharan Harrison for the photos. Thanks !!