November/December 2013

“the news” UPCOMING EVENTS

Christmas Buffet Luncheon 11:00 am, Sunday, December 8, 2013 Town & Country Inn, Delta, BC 6005—Hwy. #17 at Hwy. #99 (enter off 62B Street)

Hosted by Doug & Debra McGill for all Airstream Members and their families. Bring a ‘recycled’ or ‘regifted’ present to exchange. RSVP absolutely necessary to the McGills at 250-338-6813 or email to

their address in list of Unit Officers below.

Traveland RV Centre Luncheon 11:30 am, Saturday, January 18, 2014 20529 Langley By-Pass, Langley, BC

Hosted by Tom Akam

PLEASE REMEMBER TO WEAR YOUR

BADGE TO ALL UNIT, REGIONAL AND

NATIONAL FUNCTIONS

UNIT OFFICERS

2013-2014

President Doug McGill, 250.338.6813 dddmc@shaw.ca 1st VP Tom Akam, 604.538.4149 light.house@telus.net 2nd VP Shannon Leslie, 604.943.9909 sbl@dccnet.com 3rd VP Vacant Treasurers Paul & Toni Reimer, 604.556.7745 revolutionsound@shaw.ca Recording Secretary Joyce Wensley, tba joycec355@gmail.com Corresponding Secretary Debra McGill, 250.338.6813 dddmc@shaw.ca Past President Bob Halliwell, 604.870.4850 halliwell4840@telus.net Directors - One Year Alex Matches, 604-535-4237 matches7403@gmail.com Norm Finley, 604-435-3201 (no computer) Directors - Two Year Castel Tuason, 604.583.5875 innotu@yahoo.com Ron Wills, 250.248.6103 (summer) 480.671.2436 (winter) rcwills66@gmail.com

British Columbia Unit #121 CHARTERED JUNE 26, 1965

www.airstreambc.com BC UNIT

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Editor: Arlene Matches Home Phone: 604.535.4237

Cell Phone: 604.202.7229

Email: matches7403@gmail.com

THE PRESIDENT’S RAMBLINGS

Hello all...

Debra and I have just returned from Quadra and Cortez Islands. Although I

have visited the Islands before--on water well business--we had not explored

them extensively. Gorge Harbour, Whaletown, Heriot Bay, Granite Bay, Squirrel

Cove and Manson’s Landing did not escape our scrutiny. We did the trip in a true

funkiness manner as we boon-docked our way around. It is an Oyster lovers’ para-

dise! Just prior to this trip, we attended our unit’s executive meeting held in Al-

dergrove. It was a very productive and well-attended meeting where our unit’s

rallies and caravans were presented. It promises to be an exciting year! The

dates and times for these events will be presented both here in the newsletter

and on our unit’s website. The latest info or any changes will appear on our web-

site.

During September, Debra and I also had the wonderful experience of attending

the Region 12 Rally held in Lodi, CA. It was noted that they have the same issues

of getting volunteers and communication (.com) both horizontally and vertically as

we do. The solution for the .com problem and the direction WBCCI is taking will

be through the Google Calendar. It will link all units in WBCCI instantly; what a

great thing for those traveling and attending rallies and impromptu or last minute

changes to our own unit rallies and caravans. Monty, our unit webmaster and pub-

lisher, will be making it happen for us.

We are looking forward to seeing many of you at the Christmas Luncheon on the

8th of December. Details found elsewhere in the News-

letter and Website. To those unable to attend this af-

fair both Debra and I want to wish you and your family a

very Merry Christmas. 2014 appears to be a grand year

for Unit 121 and WBCCI. Keep those wheels turning...

Best Wishes.

DougDougDougDoug

THE COMMUNITY CORNER

We were saddened to learn that long-time member, Nick Kapty,

passed away October 9th. Nick had been a member of BC Unit

since 1977 and served as Unit President in 1984. Please keep

Joan in your prayers at this sad time.

Condolences to Moe & Carol Storoshenko — they lost their

beautiful daughter, Kim, to pancreatic cancer November 20th.

Also, keep Marilyn Hook in your thoughts and prayers as she

fights a serious health battle.

HAPPY NOVEMBER BIRTHDAY TO:

04 Wendy Barbera

04 David Sams

16 Patricia Broemer

22 Jim Kolhoff

22 Kay McQuarrie

HAPPY NOVEMBER ANNIVERSARY TO:

07 Stu Biggan & Jacquie Mason

10 Lee & Shirley Look

HAPPY DECEMBER BIRTHDAY TO:

01 Ron Smith

01 Ruth Stahl

02 Larry Parker

11 Carol Storoshenko

15 Lois Cooper

15 Aliza Motola

19 Ron Wills

21 Shelley Alexander

25 Suzie Jensen

28 Sandy Boogertman

28 Iain Cameron

28 David Richardson

HAPPY DECEMBER ANNIVERSARY TO:

04 Wendell & Elsie Bonner

28 David & Marilynn Sams

29 Bob & Darlene Caldwell

Lalani Vanderheide is unable to continue doing this column as work is interfering with her leisure — she can hardly wait to retire and get on with the important things in life (i.e. Air-streaming, travel, happy hours, etc.) Until she has more time, Arlene will endeavour to fill her capable shoes preparing this column...

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COMMUNITY SERVICE

We are always impressed by the number of aluminum pull tabs we receive from our members, affili-ates and friends !!!! Remember to keep saving those tabs and bring them to the next rally as this is a great way to raise money for charity (in the case of BC Unit, proceeds go to sending children with severe or chronic illnesses and disabilities to summer camp at the Zajak Ranch for Children). We coordi-nate our donations with Sharon Pentecost who, for more than 25 years, has been collecting aluminum for charitable organizations. Community Service Coordi-nators, Alex and Arlene Matches will also ensure any donation of warm women’s or children’s clothing goes to the Shelter for Abused Women and that donated foodstuffs are given to the Food Bank. Marilyn & Gene Van Iderstine are pleased to accept old towels and blankets for the SPCA and we always collect food items for the Food Bank at any of our ral-lies, dinners or luncheons. Please be generous…!!!

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NEW MEMBERS & WEBSITE/ROSTER CHANGES

Add these new members to your roster: Jacques & Maris MacDorey WBCCI #4167 1339 163 Street Surrey, BC, V4A 8E6 Phone: 604-531-2814 E-Mail: sempernova@live.com Trailer: 1963 26-foot Overlander

Roster Changes:

WIEDER, Charlie & Sharon WBCCI #3683 Please note the spelling of their last name was incorrect in the October newsletter (I transposed the i and e). Shown above is correct.

SOOKE, Tom & Brigitte WBCCI #5440 New E-Mail address is: airstream5440@gmail.com Birthdays: Tom is January 18 and Brigitte is April 25 Anniversary: February 18 President Doug McGill requests new and affiliate members to please forward their info (photo and bio) for inclusion in the

BC Unit website. We also encourage our regular members to add a picture and update their biographies as well. Also,

newsletter editor, Arlene, needs birthdays and anniversaries for the newsletter. The affiliate names will be on the website

shortly. Soon there will be a printable list of the membership available off the website. Please contact new Web Master,

Monty Sheldan with regard to accessing the website (if you haven’t already done so — the email address for Monty is:

msheldan@mac.com).

DUES ARE DUE If you haven’t already paid, kindly mail a US money order in the amount of $65 and a cheque for $25 Canadian for your Unit dues to Paul & Toni Reimer at 32514 Pandora Avenue, Abbotsford, BC, V2T 3X1. Dues for Af-filiate members of BC Unit are $20 Canadian funds). Don’t lose out on the many advantages of WBCCI membership by forgetting to pay your annual dues…!!!

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Another BC Unit member is “Moving On Up

and Selling the Old”

Moe & Carol Storoshenko are offering their 1990 34-

foot Excella 1000 for sale. They are asking $15,800 or

best offer. Moe can be reached at 604-538-7130. They

are selling because they have purchased a newer model

(a 2001 34-foot Limited)

Its not too early to start planning your

trip to the 2014 International Rally in Gil-

lette, WY.

Be sure to register prior to the end of the

year to get the best pricing.

This is a wonderful venue for the rally and

we are anticipating a great turnout from

BC Unit — perhaps an organized caravan

to the event?

“Tact is the ability to tell someone to go to hell in such a way that they look forward to the trip”

Winston Churchill

PROPOSED ACTIVITY SCHEDULE PROPOSED ACTIVITY SCHEDULE PROPOSED ACTIVITY SCHEDULE ——— 2014 2014 2014

January 5 Tag-a-long caravan to Hemet, CA. Hosts: Alex & Arlene Matches

January 18 Traveland Luncheon. Hosted by Tom Akam

February 8 Valentine Day Rally - Hosts: Larry & Shannon Leslie - Location TBA

March 14 St. Patrick’s Day at the Reimer’s

April 25—27 Whidbey Caravan — Joint rally with North Cascades group

April 28—May 22 “Tidal Pools to Fishing Pools” - Caravan to Palmer Lake Rally. This Caravan will encompass a rally at

Palmer Lake, caravan through the Okanagan and terminate at Sheridan Lake

May 1—4 Palmer Lake Rally - Hosts: Ralph & Lalani Vanderheide - location Palmer Lake, Wash.

May 6—14 Wine tour from Osoyoos to Kamloops. Hosts: Doug & Debra McGill with a Mother’s Day Lunch at

Midtown RV in Penticton on May 11th (TBC)

May 13—14 Rally in Kamloops - Hosts: Ralph & Lalani Vanderheide

May 15—22 Buddy Fishing Rally - Sheridan Lake - Loon Bay Resort - Hosts: Doug & Debra McGill with helpers.

June 6—20 Caravan - Heritage BC from Hope to Canal Flats - Hosts: McGills. At Hope and terminating in

Cranbrook.

July 5—17 Tag-a-long Caravan return from Gillette picking up those wishing to attend the Region #10 Rally

July 17—21 Astoria, OR. Region #10 Rally

August 6—10 Circle the Wagon Rally at Rathtrevor Provincial Park in Parksville - Hosts McGills

September 3—8 Pendleton Caravan - Hosts: Janet & Patrick Howell. Lower Mainland to Pendleton

September 8—14 Pendleton National Rally. Looking for 10 units from #121

September 19—21 Joint Installation Rally - Eagle Wind RV, Aldergrove - Hosts McGills & ?

There is no Family Picnic Day planned unless others step up to host. Also unknown is the Vintage Rally. Other ideas for short

caravans are; fall fairs, scenic points of interest, activity-oriented event such as a farmer’s market, summer festival, geo-caching,

golf. Ideas are unlimited but require hosts and someone to organize. This schedule can be added to, amended, or activities deleted,

depending on participation and enthusiasm.

WBCCI

B.C. Unit 121

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VOLUNTEERS, WE NEED VOLUNTEERS... PLEASE STEP UP AND LEND A HAND. THIS CLUB RUNS ON VOLUNTEERS AND THERE ARE UPCOMING LUNCHES, DINNERS, RALLIES, ETC. THAT NEED YOUR HELP. MAKE YOURSELF FEEL GOOD AND VOLUNTEER !!!! THANK YOU... DOUG McGILL

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Report on the BC Unit Halloween Rally at Eagle Wind RV Park Aldergrove.

We were a small group that gathered for the last rally of the year, but we were big on having a good time. There were six trailers in attendance – Tom Akam, Jacquie Mason and Stewart Biggan, Judy and Gerry Greth, Tom and Brigitte Sooke, Castel and Jay Tuason, Gene and Marilyn Van Iderstine (Barry Hook and Paul Reimer were drive ins).

Castel did a great job of decorating the hall. Everyone carved pumpkins on Saturday afternoon and they were lit and put on display for the Halloween party Saturday evening. Sunday we were blessed with a bright, sunny day so we were able to enjoy some time outdoors.

Marilyn Van Iderstine

Two of the ‘award-winning’ carved pumpkins. Happy hour with Gerry & Judy Greth, Jay Tuason, Gene Van Iderstine and Tom Akam. Gerry & Judy carving their pumpkin Gerry & Judy’s imaginative costumes Jacquie Mason’s little dog all dressed for Halloween

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Castel Tuason decorating the hall

Jay & Castel Tuason in their Bonny &

Clyde outfits

Tom Akam carving pumpkins with Jay and

Brigitte Sooke

Thanks, Marilyn Van Iderstine, for photos.

Jacquie Mason also sent some but I couldn’t

download them...OOPS

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BC Unit Christmas BrunchBC Unit Christmas BrunchBC Unit Christmas BrunchBC Unit Christmas Brunch

Assemble at Delta Town and Country Inn (by the Massey Tun-nel) between 11:00 and 11:30 for a noon buffet luncheon on Sunday, December 8th. Cost per person: $22.50 plus tax plus gratuity. Check out their website for more detailed driving directions. http://deltainn.com/subpage/dining/sunday-brunch/

GIFT EXCHANGE: Just for fun, bring one recycled or regifted

present per couple/trailer. Also, please bring some Christmas

goodies (home made or store bought) for a raffle (sort of like a

cookie exchange).