The Cascade Region s Monthly Newsletter March, 2017

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1 The Cascade Region s Monthly Newsletter March, 2017 IN THIS ISSUE Prez Sez from Ross Rampy The Winter s Events Southern Chapter s 2017 Planning Session Central Chapter s 2017 Planning Session Upcoming Events Our Sponsors

2 Prez Sez from President Ross Rampy Fellow Cascade Porsche Pushers Although the weather is still a bit bleak, it s getting closer and closer to drive time. We had a great event-scheduling meeting for the Southern Chapter in February, and we put together some fun events for this coming year. It also looks like Arne and members in the Central Chapter have been busy with similar events scheduled. As I look forward, we will be welcoming many new members to the club and we hope to see them and all our members at this year s rides and events. As an additional note, we are trying to update the website to make it more user friendly and I will get you more info when it s ready. So, take a look at this year s schedule and put us on your calendar for this year s drives and events. As Always, See You In My Mirrors. Ross Rampy President John Early Vice President Chris Chavez Secretary Sue Ward Treasurer Glenn Gumaer Membership Chairman Arnie Berglund Central Chapter & Webmaster Joel Weyhe Communications der Auspuff is a publication of the Cascade Region of the Porsche Club of America. For more information or to become a member, visit us online at Ross

3 The Winter s Events On Saturday November 19 th, the Central Chapter met for our annual potluck at John and Suz Early s newly remodeled house in Ashland. It was a great turnout. GARAGE TOUR 1

4 Cascade Region Annual Dinner River s Edge, January 21 st, 2017

5 . Ross s boots. Yes, boots.

6 Southern Chapter Annual Planning Session A couple of weeks ago on a cold February morning, a few of us (~ 25) got together for our annual event planning session at Lark s in Medford. Discussions were robust. This year we have some new ideas and new members picking up the reins as event planners. From tech sessions and local drives to weekend overnights and even a 4-day romp through eastern Oregon, the list of events we created looks impressive. I would stack our itinerary and our scenery up against any other region. Our year looks like this: March 18 th, 10 AM Tech Session at Aarons Autowerks April 15 th, 9 AM - local arrive and drive May 8-11 th a day drive through eastern Oregon June 10 th - McKee Bridge and a poker run July 22 nd - Porsche Parade (Spokane) and July 22 nd - a local hill run with lunch at Lake in the Woods August 5 th - Afternoon Drive and arrive for Dinner Shady Cove August 12 th - Dinner on the Rogue and Evergreen Aviation Museum September 15 th through 17 th - Reno Show October 7 th - a local run through Eden Valley November 18 th - we cap the year with our annual pot-luck in November.

7 Also on the agenda are our monthly dining get-togethers, typically on the 2nd Friday. This year I anticipate: Rivers Edge in Grants Pass, Cusina Biazzi in Ashalnd, Dancin Vineyards in Medford, My Little BBQ in Butte Falls, among others. AND, for those of us with a serious itch for other and all things automotive, there is also the monthly (2nd Saturday, 8-11) German Cars and Coffee at the Brammo, Inc. parking lot just off the I-5 in Talent afterwards, there may also be a pick-up drive or two this season It s going to be a great year and I hope to see you all out and about during the driving season. John Central Chapter Annual Planning Session The following is a summary of the events we worked on at the planning meeting last month. While we are currently pretty certain about most of these dates, some may be subject to adjustment as we get closer. I'm also including other (non-local) events that may be of interest to some of us, just as FYI. Cascade Central Events March 18 - Season kickoff with the traditional Daffodil Festival drive, with a longer option to head to Florence for lunch, same as last year. Details coming soon. Daffodil part led by John Thompson, Florence run by myself. April 8 - Tour of wineries to the north of us. Led by Rick Ohlson. May 20 - Drive up Fall Creek, picnic and hike at end. Led by Roy Nelson. June (date TBA) - Newport Wetlands tour. Led by Corey Unfried. June or July (date TBA) - Visit to Porsche of Bend Grand Opening. July 8 - Drive to Belknap Springs, picnic or hike opportunity. Led by Matt Byers. August 12 - Day trip with Southern Chapter to McMinnville, Air museum September (date TBA) - Drive in Cascade foothills, details still to come. Arne

8 Your newsletter editor and that guy on his knees checked out this T at the Mecum L.A. Auction last month, described as a long-stored survivor. The nice new interior came with a cracked dash and a mold smell that made me dizzy; cheap new tires, bad panel gaps, rust bubbles and oil running out the bottom into a pan. Other than that, a helluva deal for the winner at $44K. Upcoming Events Southern Spring Tune Up Tech Session March 18 th 10 AM Aaron s Autowerks 4556 S. Pacific Highway, Phoenix, OR Central Daffodil Festival Drive March 18th Central Tour of Local Wineries April 8th Southern Arrive & Drive (possible run to the coast) April 15 th 9 AM Meet at Barnes & Nobles

9 Thanks to Our Sponsors Our efforts are made possible by our fine members like you, and these sponsors. Please support them! Sunset Porsche of Beaverton JW Computers (541)