Chapter Newsletter
KSC, Region H
August 2010 Newsletter, Chapter C
This is the August newsletter but there were some noteworthy occurrences during July. First, several members of the chapter traveled to Des Moines, Iowa, to the Wing Ding. I know, because even though I didn’t get to go, I received calls from several members telling me there were hardly any vendors and virtually nothing of interest going on. I’m sure this was an attempt to help me forget that I was in the hospital while they were on the road, having a great time. According to separate accounts I received from the Williams and the Gulls, the trip to Des Moines was rather uneventful except for the game of leap frog they played on the way to Des Moines due to differences in GPS routing. It was also reported that the vendors found their way into the pocket books of several of our members. I heard tales of new helmets, new sound systems, bits of safety chrome and so forth. There were also day trips to the Amana colonies and the restaurants that are known for excellent German food.
The July supper ride came the week following Wing Ding so only a couple bikes made the ride. Those who were able to go had a nice evening ride. On July 20th, Bill and Margaret Hanson led a ride from Topeka to Manhattan for lunch at the original and only remaining Vista restaurant. Even though all riders reported that it was very hot, everyone had a good time. Personally I think Vista has excellent hamburgers and the most wonderful chocolate chip milkshake in Kansas. I was sorry to miss this one.
The July meeting was conducted by State Director Gary Drake and a challenge was put out for someone to step up and accept the Chapter Director position. This is of course made necessary due to the untimely and sudden death of Doug Hollandsworth.
August activities include the supper ride on Tuesday, August 3. No information was available as to the destination but the ride will leave the Kwik Shop at 6:00 p.m. If the weather is as hot as it has been recently, the trip to the restaurant will probably be a quick one with a short ride following supper. The regular meeting of Chapter C will be held on August 17th at Perkins restaurant. The annual KS-C birthday party and croquette championship will be held at the home of John and Teresa Gull on August 21st. Weather permitting there will also be opportunities to play volleyball in the pool. John has asked participants in the croquette championships try exhibit a little better sportsmanship and not continue turning this genteel game into a contact sport. Everyone is welcome to attend. The chapter will furnish hamburgers and hotdogs. Everyone is asked to bring a salad, vegetable or dessert to share.
No August weekend ride is scheduled based on our previous experiences with very hot weather and vacation conflicts. If, however, a member comes up with something that others would enjoy, please call and/or email.
And, last but certainly no least, the Kansas District Rally/Convention will be held in El Dorado on August 27 – 28. The state staff have planned a lot of really fun activities, including a Friday night concert by Frankie Valens. This should be a great time so come one, come all.
Hope to see you on the road, soon.
Tim Edwards
Newsletter Editor