Lynden

October 2008 - Lynden, WA

Cascadia's final event of the season was held at the Western Washington Fairgrounds in Lynden, WA, over the weekend of October 17-19. There were 59 people in 34 rigs, and one new member, Donna Wiebe, joined the chapter.


Cascadia was the only group camping at the fairgrounds the weekend of our event.  Here are some of the rigs in attendance parked on the grass.

Event captains Barbara Nelson and Jan Kegel coordinated activities that included a craft and trade show, catered banquet, and election of officers for 2009. They were assisted by Hi There Girls Kay Piehl and Laurie Alexander; and Bandana Divas Alice Burk, Cathy Clixby, Julie Hinton, Jen Littleboy, Barbara Von Grohs, and Christine Taylor.

Following the Friday night finger food social, Barbara Nelson asked participants to share their three-item Bucket List of things we'd like to do before we "kick the bucket." Perhaps not surprisingly, almost everyone's list included extensive RV travel.

Members reconvened Saturday morning for coffee and the general business meeting. The slate of officers submitted by the nominating committee was elected unanimously. Serving the chapter for 2009 are: Marne Parry, President; Mary Schoenfeldt, President-elect; Nancy Gerou, Treasurer; Gail Alexander, Secretary; and Diane Davis and Beemer Werner as Event Coordinators.

Cheryl Edman presented a refresher on how to use the chapter's Automatic External Defibrillator (AED) and reminded members of where the machine is located and how to respond during a suspected cardiac emergency.


Lynda B. assists Cheryl E. with the defibrillator demonstration.

She also provided CPR information and brought two demonstration mannequins to practice on.

Saturday afternoon several members set up table displays to showcase their hobbies, crafts, and pastimes. Collections included genealogy, card making, oil painting, "vintage trailer" birdhouse construction, quilting, cross stitch, embroidery, woodcarving, a travel website, and an eBay business.


Miriam R. demonstrates a few of her wonderful quilts.
 

Saturday's hobby showcase included oil painting by Pat L. and "vintage trailer" birdhouse construction, by Cheryl E.

In a break from the traditional Saturday night potluck, the chapter provided a catered dinner for all members. Volunteers received special recognition for their efforts throughout the year, and outgoing board members were saluted.


2008 board members (L to R) Dorene Thomas, Kay Piehl, Alice Burk, Pat Lebbert, Judy Polenske, Cheryl Edman and Marne Parry.

Several craft fair exhibitors donated items for a last-minute raffle which raised $167 for the chapter. Thanks to the donors and to Anne Mathieson who emceed the drawings and her lovely assistant Elaine (Vanna) Ploegstra.

This being the last rally of the year, there was a record number of players in the Texas Hold 'Em tournament while others played Rumicube, Yatzee, etc.

Members gathered again on Sunday morning for coffee and to christen a new rig belonging to Dorothy Milner.


Cascadia members at the christening of Dorothy M.'s new rig.

Folks lingered over farewells as we go our separate ways for the winter.

Stay well, keep in touch, check the website regularly, and travel safely.


Happy Trails!
Jo Schilling, Scribe