Previous Outings
August 2024 Campout
Our “Hot August Nights” campout at the Monterey County Fair Ground was a great
Success. Members carefully inspected and selected a race car to run down the track Lou had designed and built. After rules were reviewed the race was ON! Ribbons were handed out to Boyd, Dave and Rodger.An easy going potluck consisting of BBQ hot dogs, coleslaw, potato salad and chips filled out tummies. Homemade cookies and ice cream hit the spot!
Members enjoyed all that Monterey had to offer, plus the Monterey Car Show!
June 2024 Campout
Travelers arrived Sunday and Monday to beautiful towering pine trees of the Nevada County Fairgrounds. A few members, who will go unnamed, tried to find an alternate route into the fairgrounds. But it didn’t work!
Warm weather didn’t stop members from enjoying local sights and fare: Empire Mine State Historic Park, California's oldest and longest single span coverage bridge, Grass Valley and Nevada City where the movie “Christmas Card '' was filmed. It’s amazing how such a large group converged on the bridge at the same time and took a great picture. Some found good food at Humpty Dumpty, Pete’s Pizza and Maria’s, while most licked an ice cream or two at Lazy Dog.
Continental breakfast was held inside the clubhouse/cottage, and potluck held on the deck overlooking the campground followed by fun rounds of LRC. The group ate well!
I scream, you scream, we all scream for ice cream!
Carol K. brought cake and ice cream to celebrate Andy’s birthday. Marilyn treated everyone with an ice cream cone on another evening. Brenda passed around her famous cookies at many of our evening circles. I want to personally thank them for the extra pound or two!
Thanks for all the fun,
Your host,
Boyd and Jill
July 2024 Campout
Well, Jackson Rancheria didn’t disappoint. The weather was great. The company was great and I think we had a lot of fun. Some went gambling some went wine tasting and shopping. There was a lot of eating and lots of sharing stories.
We had a lot of fun playing games, tossing water balloons and the others had fun watching. Wendy had a craft for the ladies to do.
All appreciated the freshly made muffins, banana bread and zucchini bread. Thank Cheryl for taking the pizza orders and picking it up. She did a great job, and everybody got exactly what they ordered.
Brenda & Rodger
May 2024 Campout
What a great trip. Lodi and Flag City was a success. The weather was perfect, no rain this year. Eleven rigs all made it, we really filled the first row. It was a long walk from Gil & Hazel's rig to Janine & Dave's.
The Spring Hat contest was very festive and creative. Carol and Lou were the winners. The pot luck was fantastic! Good soups and salads and oh the desserts, all so good thanks to each of you.
All the helpers with fines were very successful, I believe we collected a record amount. The money goes into our "kitty" to pay for clubhouse fees. Thank you all!
See you in June, Diane & David
October 2024 Campout
Casa de Fruta is a destination all its own. It has wine tasting, large fruit stand, homemade candy, restaurant, children's train, carousel, and things to do for of all ages. The office staff is very courteous and accommodating.
We were able to utilize the Pacheco clubhouse without extra charge. With our colorful decorations of fall it was a very welcoming room for all to enjoy. The majority of our group arrived on Thursday early afternoon. Some went to lunch while others went to eat dinner later at the Casa de Restaurant.
On Friday, due to many activities surrounding the park it was basically a free day for all. Saturday morning, we had a wonderful continental breakfast, and our group meeting was held after. Afterwards many walked over to Casa de Fruta produce area for wine, gifts and/or ice
cream.
Saturday evening, we had our delicious potluck dinner. After dinner, fines were collected and later with all in attendance we played LRC. In both rounds it was Jill & Boyd making out with all the dough! This weekend was perfect for relaxation!
Hazel & Gil
November 2024 Campout
The Club was bumped by the park from our normal weekend due to management changes. Boohoo! But that didn't stop eight rigs for our Thanksgiving campout at Gilroy Garlic USA Park. Local members drove in for the day to enjoy the company and Thanksgiving potluck on Monday!
Chef Tony cooked the turkey and ham purchased by the Club. Members brought the wonderful side dishes and desserts.
Members visited local wineries and began their Christmas shopping early at the outlet centers.
December 2024 Campout
The Club donated money to cover an Italian Christmas dinner special cooked by Cheryl and Marilyn. Games and white elephant gift exchange made it fun for camping members and local members who drove in for the day.