Shanty Shaker Christmas Party

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Yuma Hot Air Balloon Rally

The average rainfall in Yuma, Arizona is very low, but mother nature decided to let some of that rain fall during the rally.  Rain is very relaxing but makes for big puddles, mud and wet firewood. Friday evening we enjoyed happy hour and a pot luck dinner in the shelter of the clubhouse of the Riverfront RV park. The clubhouse has a certain rustic charm about it with various odd things hanging from the walls or ceiling. Sounds strange but you have to see it to “appreciate” it.




Saturday morning was still cool and overcast. The balloon launch field was very soggy so only a few balloons showed up. Never the less, a few of our bravest walked over to see what was happening……others stayed tucked in the warm rigs with their coffee or hot chocolate.

Tom and MaryAnn Cathey

Mike Parker

                                                                                                

The weather started to clear Saturday afternoon and after a good lunch at The Standard in downtown Yuma followed by a barbeque dinner at the clubhouse, we were finally able to enjoy a campfire.
   
Sunday morning was clear, calm and sunny allowing the hot air balloons to launch. Below you can see a few of them soaring in the distance with the Carle’s rig in the foreground. (photographed by Herb Sands)

Another gang of Shanty Shakers ventured down to the launch field and were treated to the ascension of about 35 hot air balloons. The reflection of balloons in the huge pond of rain water made for stunning photos!
 


Thanks to Nancy and Pete Thompson for hosting the rally…again! It was a fun time with lots of laughter, food and friendship ! Hugs to you !
If you were unable to attend, we missed you ! Here are a few random pictures.

Jim and Sharan Harrison 

Nice to see Don Smith there !

Loretta Armstrong

Jeanne Hawkins and others

John, Wendy P; Marci and Mike P, Herb Sands

And last but not least, a few “interesting” pictures from the Riverfront RV park.

same day service ????

UPCOMING EVENTS:

Annual Christmas Party Tuesday, December 3 at 12:00 noon. (see rally tab for details)

Monthly Chapter meeting, Saturday December 28 at 10:00am at Denny's

8th Escapees Happy Hour, January 15&16 1:00-3:00pm Quartzsite, AZ

NOVEMBER MEETING MINUTES click here

REMINDER: 2014 Chapter dues can now be mailed with the Chapter Membership Form to Sue Pace, Membership Chairperson

Autumn Rally at the Apple Farms

Thirteen rigs from the Shanty Shakers and another rig of VCRs, Bruce and Sue Harriott made the journey to Banning, KOA.The rally hosted by Faith and Vern Foster and Pete and Coralie Walker was a pleasure to attend. The first evening we were treated to a delicious chili dinner put on by the hosts. The next morning after enjoying coffee and rolls in the toasty warm clubhouse, Faith held a small “help” session for those with problems or questions about their computers. The analogies she uses to help understand technical issues is so helpful. Thanks, Professor Faith ! The rest of the day was a free day for everyone, some went shopping at the outlet center while others just hung out. Wilda and George Bass went to the tram in Palm Springs. That evening Grammas Restaurant was invaded by the group for a delicious dinner. Great choice and good variety!

The highlight of the rally was the excursion to the apple farms in Oak Glen. First stop was Riley’s Farm for coffee and hot apple cobbler. The farm provides living history tours complete with actors in period costumes (check out their website www.rileysfarm.com)

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 From there we continued up the mountain to other farms and interesting gift shops...and bakeries.

(Garth and Judy Carle)

(From L to R: Walter Campbell, Bruce and Sue Harriott, Mary
Campbell and Nell Regnier)

Several members of the group met for a picnic lunch under an old chestnut tree at Snowline Farm.We sampled several different types of apples and cider mini donuts. It was not possible to leave with out a jug of cider, a bag of candy crisp apples or a couple dozen donuts. It was delightful day.




But wait, no rally is complete without a pot luck. In typical Shanty Shaker fashion we has a fantastic spread of food. The evening ended with a few comments from the VCRs, Sue and Bruce Harriott…..and we welcomed them as new members to our chapter !!

OCTOBER MEETING HIGHLIGHTS (CLICK HERE FOR MINUTES)

• The slate of officers presented by the nominating committee was approved. Thank you to Dave & Jerry Galecki and Bob and Dianna Simons for stepping up to serve on the nominating committee.
• Sue Pace was welcomed into to the position of Membership chairperson and presented the revised Membership form (see CHAPTER DOCUMENTS tab) Current and new members are asked to complete and mail in a NEW FORM along with their 2014 membership dues.
• If you plan to attend the rally in Yuma for the Balloon Fest, please email Nancy Thompson (nthbeat@hotmail.com) with your planned arrival and departure day. She also needs to know if you travel with a dog so you can be located in the appropriate place. (see RALLY tab for details)
• Also, the Shanty Shaker Annual  Christmas party is right around the corner (Dec 3) and you do not want to miss this special event. Email Jeanne Hawkins (jeanne2@hawkinsmedia.com ) if you plan to attend and what you will bring for the pot luck (again, see RALLY tab for details)
• Next year is the 25th anniversary of the chapter and a special celebration is in the planning stages. Contact Herb or Dayle Sands (amigos2@prodigy.net) if you would like to help with organizing the event or have any ideas to share.

 Time to start thinking about new ideas for 2014 rallies. Be a contributing chapter member and host a rally. If you have never hosted a rally ask an experienced host couple to partner with you. See the CHAPTER DOCUMENTS tab to view the Rally host manual.

WISE WORDS: RV ADVICE: You only need two tools in life - WD-40 and duct tape. If it doesn't move and should, use the WD-40. If it shouldn't move and does, use the duct tape. 
(contributed by Sue Pace) If neither one works use a hammer (contributed by Lynn Selden)

(NO LONGER AVAILABLE ON REVISED WEBSITE 4.2015) The latest issue of Escapees magazine has been uploaded to their website for your viewing pleasure. Simply login to your MySKP account and visit:www.escapees.com/magazine

You can download the latest issue (or any of our information packed back issues) in PDF format or you can simply view the issues online!

Autumn Updates

Oh my goodness, the Elktoberfest was a hoot ! The entertainment at the Escondido Elks Lodge was provided by the South Coast Elks Follies. We saw renditions of YMCA, the Probation Polka, Sonny and Cher and Putting on the Ritz (from Mel Brooks Young Frankenstein). Our hats off to these Elks for a job well done !
                                                 
The best entertainment of the night, by far was George Bass and several other Shantys Shaking their booty doing the funky chicken.

Thanks to Garth and Judy Carle for hosting the rally. Thirteen rigs attended and several others came out just for the dinner Saturday night. Here are a few more pictures for your viewing pleasure !

SEPTEMBER MEETING MINUTES POSTED HERE

MESSAGE FROM CHAPTER DIRECTORS/DENNY AND SUSIE ORR

The Ware Rally will be held April 13—17, 2014 at the Lodi Grape Festival Grounds, as in the past.

The new thing about next year’s rally is that Darold Perry will be leading the parking crew. He will need about ten volunteers from various chapters.

Kathy Perry will be handling and scheduling for the Craft Room. 

If anyone is interested in assisting with the parking, or has a craft they would like to teach or skill they would like to share, please let us know.   541.659.7208  perrykathryn4@gmail.com

You can be the one to make this a success.

Walt & Kellie will also need other volunteers – do let them know you are coming and are willing to be a part of the staff…… SKPWarerally@gmail.com

NEW RIG

John and Jeanne Hawkins are enjoying their new rig. Wow...looking good !

What's been happening?

 

LABOR DAY WEEKEND AT RED BEACH: Garth and Judy Carle were joined by a few other SS couples to enjoy the holiday weekend on the beach. The weather was hot the first day, but beautiful the next two days. It was a great place to beat the heat. Not too crowded, and all of the sections were open (North, Central, & South Beach).David and Sharon Gladding caught some fish and had a really good time. Vern and Faith Foster came out for a visit, but their dog was sick so they didn't stay. George and Wilda Bass joined in the fun also.


 HAPPY 50+ ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION AT THE SPAGHETTI FACTORY
The room was filled to capacity and a good time was had by all. Thank-you to the hosts Clark and Betty Paxton for hosting the luncheon and the celebration for Shanty Shaker couples who have been married more than 50 years....wow...awesome....and congratulations !

NO SHRIMP ? Update from the Wagon master, John Pumphrey: The Shrimp Festival in Gila Bend is no longer held as the company has switched to producing algae to make bio-fuel.

FROM CHAPTER DIRECTORS:

We know Escapade was a short time ago in Gillette, WY – however Bob & Molly Pinner are already busy planning Escapade in Goshen, IN for May 2014.  The program book will go to print early in February so begin planning  for Row Representative volunteers.  Goshen is always a wonderful place for Escapade and Spring Time in Indiana is very enjoyable.

 

Look forward to seeing you in Goshen, IN Escapade May 12-17, 2014 –

 SKP Hugs Susie & Denny Orr

 

NOMINATIONS FOR 2014 CHAPTER OFFICERS AND VOLUNTEERS ARE STILL OPEN. Submit nomination to David Galecki    dav-jer@att.net

IMPORTANT COMMUNICATION FROM NOMINATING COMMITTEE

The Nominating Committee is now accepting nominations for Elected Officers and Chairperson positions for 2014
Each candidate must be in good standing and be willing to give adequate time to do the job elected or appointed to the best of their ability.


Elected officer positions: 
President
Vice President
Secretary
Treasurer
Officer at Large

Chairperson positions (volunteer, appointed or elected)
Newsletter Editor,
Webmaster                             
Voicemail
Historian
Sunshine
E-mail
Membership
Wagon Master
Rally Hosts

Not all positions need be filled. All Officer and
Chairperson positions may be combined, except the job of President
and Secretary, which may never be combined into a single position
Any Officer or Chairperson position may be filled as a
”co position”to lighten the load of that position.

NOMINATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED BY E-MAIL or POSTAL REPLY ONLY.
PLEASE SEND NOMINATIONS BY SEPTEMBER 28, 2013 TO”

David Galecki email : dav-jer@att.net
or by Postal
3806 Corral Canyon Rd.
Bonita, Ca. 91902
NO VERBALS
"I'd like to run will NOT be accepted".




Voting will be held at both the November Yuma Balloon Festival Rally and the November business meeting at Denny's.  Results will be posted no later than December 3, 2013


AUGUST MEETING : It was a packed room at the August meeting with a full agenda. Check out the RALLY tab for all the latest details of upcoming events. Thanks to John P. Wagonmaster for keeping things rolling. Check out the MEETING MINUTES tab to read the full minutes for discussion and approval at the next business meeting.


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Have you heard about the new Escapee benefit ?

FROM SHIRLEY WARREN: 

The Shanty Shakers sent a sympathy card to Shirley Warren after the passing of her husband, Roy.  In response, Shirley sent a Thank You card to the entire group.  In her card she expressed her appreciation for all of the thoughts, prayers and support she received regarding her loss of Roy. Shirley also expressed how much she & Roy enjoyed their time with the Shanty Shakers.  She said they met many wonderful people for which they both had been very thankful. 

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Minutes for July Meeting

If you were not at the July breakfast meeting at Denny's...we missed YOU !!!  Tell us about your summer travels ! What have you been doing ? Email reply to Shantyshakers25@gmail.com

Here is a LINK TO MEETING MINUTES

ELKTOBERFEST at the Escondido Elks Club:  September 27 and 28 (Friday and Saturday) hosted by Garth and Judy Carle. We can stroll along Grand Avenue to enjoy the car show on Friday night. On Saturday there is a German theme dinner ($15 per person) and cabaret entertainment by the Elk's South Coast Follies. Dry camping only, $5/night. Please send a check for $40 per couple (2 nights plus dinner)  payable to Escondido Elks by August 24 to the Carles; 1440 N Fig St, Escondido, CA 92026. For more information emailgarthjudy@juno.com or call 760 745-8574)

Elks Lodge: 2430 S Escondido Blvd, Escondido, CA ‎760 745-1687

                                               (NOTE: The monthly meeting at Denny's will still be held.)

WISHING YOU WELL 

STAN B AND ED M !!