Gateway Traveler Greater St. Louis Unit Airstream Club

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1 Gateway Traveler Greater St. Louis Unit Airstream Club GSL OFFICERS 2013 President Mary Ann Braden: 1st Vice President Marlyn Hofstetter: OCTOBER, 2013 MESSAGE FROM THE PRESIDENT From the President, Yesterday and today are chilly, rainy and gloomy, changing of the seasons. However, through the years of camping, October is rewarding. A beautiful trip to the campground, a wonderful gathering of members, (fellowship) Adventure and FOOD, what more could you want. This next rally will be no different. Hope to see you there. I find myself thinking of the many rallies and caravans we have attended. Oh, what MEMORIES! One in particular, we went to a rally in York, Pa, and as we arrived I saw the Harley Davidson Factory. Yes, it was on the agenda and what a Thrill. And last month, Lincoln Museum, Home etc. We don't sit still. Thanks Airstream for the memories. Your President, Mary Ann Braden 2nd Vice President Suzy Shepard suzyshepard@mac.com 3rd Vice President Treasurer Beth Zile: ars9068@aol.com Recording Secretary Jerre Purvis: jerre@fidnet.com Corresponding Secretary Tootie Mayes: rcmayes@charter.net Past President 2012 Hugh Bartlett: hcbartlett@gmail.com Trustees: Ray Kolley Pat Stabler Dan Zile Paul Lloyd COMMUNITY SERVICE CONTINUES THROUGH THE YEAR! gslunit.wbcci.net region8.wbcci.net Please continue to collect the following items for donations at our International Rally in Gillette, Wyoming in Items include aluminum Tabs from drink cans, Stuffed Animals, Hats-knitted, crochet or bought-, Money for Common cents, which is a collection of money which will go to a child with medical needs in the community where our International Rally will be held. These items will be turned in at our 2014 Region Rally end of April. We also donate some of these items to the needy in our area. Thanks Mary Ann Incoming Officers and Board Members, please make every effort to attend October s Rally, as 2014 Officers and Board will be installed then. 1

2 WELCOME! We welcome the following new members to the GSL Unit:: DONAHUE/MERGEL, Jeanne/Ron 1204 Tealwood Dr. St. Charles, MO (home) (cell - Sprint) jeanned1204@gmail.com WBCCI # 7345 Jeanne and Ron have purchased Bob and Helen Howard's motorhome. They have also retained, with the Howard's permission, the Howard's membership number, Jeanne and Ron are both retired from the Department of the Army. They enjoy travel and dancing. We look forward to meeting them in the near future. WASTENEY, Craig and Sharon 9701 County Road 410 Hannibal, MO sharonwasteney@gmail.com 2004 International CCD 22' #7345 Craig and Sharon both retired a year ago and moved from SW Iowa to the Hannibal area. Sharon taught at the high school level and retired as the County Director Iowa State Extension Service. She is an avid quilter. Craig retired from the construction and excavation business. He enjoys restoring Model A Fords. They have had various campers but recently bought their first AIrstream, which is a 22' 2004 trailer. They have one daughter. Craig and Sharon are looking into joining the 2016 Alyeska Caravan. We welcome both the Donahue/Mergel and Wasteney's and look forward to meeting them soon. ALSO, WELCOME TO THE FOLLOWING LONG TIME WBCCI MEMBERS JOINING OUR UNIT: BELL, Charles and Carolyn 619 W. Bain Dexter, MO cbell1481@yahoo.com WBCCI # 5995 LAUNIUS, Rhoda CO. Rd. 110 Malden, MO launiusrhoda43@gmail.com WBCCI # 340 2

3 RECOVERING: Thanks to all who have sent cards, s, and telephone calls during my illness. I had been on the Kidney Transplant list for four years and on July 20, 2013, I received a new kidney. I am very thankful to God and the donor family who made this possible. After several weeks of recovering, I went through another surgery to remove the old native kidney that had two large, staghorn stones and was causing a serious infection. This was a rough surgery, but I'm getting better and just yesterday, October 8, I got the staples and stitches out. The new kidney is working great. Dan and I hope to attend the October Rally, so maybe we will see some of you there. Beth Zile The Springfield rally is now a very nice memory. As hosts, Joe and Nita Bublis and Paul and Barbara Muehlher provided a wonderful time along with lots of good times and great FOOD. We had some old friends join us, Brian Hogue and Jane Jameson. Others attending were Larry and Tootie Mayes, Ed Knernschield, the Sinister Sisters Jerre Purvis and Lyn Masterson, and Ray and JoAnn Kolley. Mary Ann Braden and Berta stayed in a motel close by. There were so many things to do, it was hard to choose. Several toured the Dana-Thomas House. This is one of Frank Lloyd Wright s early Prairie houses. It is one of the largest and most elaborate residences designed by Frank Lloyd Wright during his seventy-year long career. The house contains more than one hundred pieces of original Wright-designed white oak furniture, which is still in place, and along with two hundred fifty art glass doors, windows and light panels it is truly a masterpiece. Several people enjoyed the Lincoln Presidential Library & Museum, along with several school groups. If you haven t been there, it truly is a very interesting and entertaining site. One unique site a couple of us went to is the Cozy Dog Drive Inn. It s supposed to be the home of the original Cozy Dog. They were very good. Lincoln s New Salem, Veterans Memorial, Lincoln s Tomb were also a popular sites. A great time was had by all, Thanks to Joe, Nita, Paul and Barbara! 3

4 NOTE FROM_THE_TREASURER 2014 International and Unit dues are due before November 1 st to be included in the 2014 International and Unit directories. New International members since July 1, 2013 need not return any dues money since your 2014 dues are already paid. New International members between January 1 and June 30, 2013 need to pay both the 2014 International and Unit dues Complete and mail with check before November 1, International dues $ Life Member Greater St Louis MO Unit dues $_12.00 Total $====== I pay my International Dues through GSL or Other Unit DIRECTORY_INFORMATION WBCCI Membership Number Last Name First Name Spouse _ Street Address City _ State Zip Code _ Phone _ - _ - Cell Phone Number (Provider ie.sprint, AT&T, etc.( ) _ - _ - 2 nd Cell Phone Number (Provider ie.sprint, AT&T, etc.() _ - _ - I have Courtesy Parking. I have a Motorhome or I have a Trailer Length Year _ Address 2 nd Address * Would you like to receive your Newsletter by ? Yes No *With more than 70% of our members having , this greatly helps to reduce mailing costs. * I am able to process attachments Yes No * Include my address in International Directory Yes No NOTE - Make check payable to Greater St. Louis MO Unit, WBCCI. Mail to: Beth Zile, 1517 Ponderosa Ct., Wentzville, MO Your receipt will be included with the next General Mailing or given to you personally. List winter or secondary addresses on the back side of this form or on a separate piece of paper. Addresses will be listed in the Greater St. Louis MO Unit Directory only. 4

5 COMING IN OCTOBER - HURRAY! GSL Installation Rally October 17 to 20, 2013 Cape Girardeau, Missouri You won t want to miss this extraordinary event coming in October. We re going to a Mississippi River town that has evolved from a trading post to thriving city of historic sites, home of Southeast Missouri University, family fun, sports action, tee times, great outdoor adventures, murals, play, dining, and shopping. Campground: The Landing Point RV Park, , 3020 Boutin Drive (Route W), Cape Girardeau, MO DIRECTIONS TO THE CAMPGROUND: Take I-55 south to Exit 102, go left on LaSalle approximately 2 ½ miles, when you come to a T turn right onto Route W toward Cape Girardeau for approximately1 ½ to 2 miles, turn right onto Boutin Road. The campground is on the left. Those still wanting to go must sign up ASAP. Contact Beth Zile by phone if you are interested (636) If you have any questions, please contact one of the hosts, Marilyn Hofstetter -- ltlchip@centurylink.net or Suzy Shepard -- suzyshepard@mac.com Tentative schedule for this wonderful weekend! Thursday, October 17, :00 pm or after Arrive at The Landing Point RV Park, Cape Girardeau, MO for fun and friendship 5:00 pm Hobo stew and a yummy surprise dessert (in order to be served you must wear a Hobo Hat!) Friday, October 18, :00 am Breakfast on your own 9:00 am Executive Board/Trustee meeting 9:45 am Greater St. Louis Missouri Unit WBCCI general meeting and installation of officers for 2014 Afternoon on your own: Visit the Wall of Fame, Mississippi River Tales Mural (directions will be handed out), have a tee time, shop, play, or dine.) 5:00 Tour of cheesecake bakery and dinner at My Daddy s Cheesecake Saturday, October 19, :00 am Oatmeal and ice cream (bring your drink and tableware) 9:00 am Tour and video at the Crisp Museum Southeast MO St. U. 10:00 am Visit the Glenn House, a restored Victorian home historic site 11:00 am Tour the old St. Vincent s Church a great majestic monument Lunch together or on your own as you travel to the beautiful -- 5

6 2:00 pm Bollinger Mill State Historic Site where we will have a tour at the mill. 3:30 pm R & R, nap, shower, prepare for dinner! 6:00 Dinner at the home of Paul and Karen Lloyd (meat, table settings, drinks provided, rally hosts will bring desserts, and each units/rigs will bring a vegetable or salad) Sunday, October 20, :00 Continental breakfast (bring your own drink and tableware) 9:00 Sunday worship service, ukulele hymn singing 9:30 Farewells SIGN UP SHEET FOR THE OCTOBER RALLY Registration Coupon for October Instillation Rally October 17 to 20, 2013 Cape Girardeau, Missouri Name Spouse/guest Address City Zip _WBCCI # House phone Cell phone_ AIRSTREAM length trailer /motor home (Circle one) # of Adults # of Children We plan to arrive Deposit: :$25.00 MAKE CHECKS Payable to Greater St Louis MO Unit,WBCCI MAIL TO BETH ZILE,1517 Ponderosa Ct,Wentzille,MO before September 15, Note on Memo line October Rally 6

7 Greater St. Louis WBCCI Holiday Luncheon Saturday, November 16, :00 a.m. 2:00 p.m. (Lunch served at noon) Where: Where: 442 South Demazenod Drive Belleville, Illinois Menu Choice of two soups Shrine Salad & dressings Rolls & Butter Green Beans Carrots Mashed Potatoes & gravy Chicken Henri Pork Tenderloin w/ Bordelaise Sauce Assorted Cheesecakes Coffee Tea Lemonade Cost: per person Registration Coupon for the Holiday Luncheon November 16, 2013 at the Shrine Restaurant, Our Lady of the Snows, Belleville, IL Name _Spouse/Guest_ Address WBCCI# Phone _ Make check payable to GREATER ST. LOUIS MO. UNIT, WBCCI Memo Line: Holiday Lunch Mail to: Beth Zile, 1517 Ponderosa Court, Wentzville, MO before November 12, $23.00 per person

8 General Meeting Minutes Greater St. Louis, MO Unit-WBCCI September 21, 2013 Springfield, IL The meeting was called to order by President Mary Ann Braden and opened with the recitation of the Pledge of Allegiance. Minutes from the last meeting on August 23, 2013 were read and required two corrections: The rally was not a Region 8 Rally but a Unit Rally. Paul Lloyd is the 2nd Regional Vice President rather than the 2nd International Vice President as stated in the August 23 minutes. Eight voting members of the unit were present. Treasurer s Report The Treasurer s report as of July 2013 was given by Ed Knernschield in the absence of Beth Zile. -Balance on the checking account is $ There was dividend income of $ The Share Savings balance is $ There was no activity on this account. -Money Market balance is $ There was a $0.60 dividend on this account. The report was accepted as read. Committee Reports Membership Mary Ann Braden reminded us that dues for 2014 must be submitted by November 1, Ed Knernschield said that Dan Zile had contacted the couple who purchased the Howard's motorhome and they will be joining our unit. In addition, Beth Zile asked that we send a note to the Kinsey's welcoming them to the unit. Nominating Committee The Nominating Committee list of nominees for 2014 was read by JoAnn Kolley as follows: President - Marlyn Hoffstetter 1st Vice President - Susie Shepard 2nd Vice President - Ray Kolley 3rd Vice President - Open Recording Secretary - Jerre Purvis Corresponding Secretary - Tootie Mayes Treasurer - Beth Zile Trustees - Paul Lloyd, Dan Zile, Kathy Welsch, JoAnn Kolley Past President - Mary Ann Braden 8

9 A motion was made by Joe Bublis that we approve the list of nominees as read. The motion was seconded by Ray Kolley. A vote was called and the motion was unanimously carried. Ed Knernschield asked for someone to volunteer for the office of 3rd Vice President but no one volunteered. He cited that Delta Unit was disbanding because they could not get anyone to fill the offices and stated that the same thing could happen to our unit if no one stepped up. Mary Ann Braden said that she and Dan Zile wrote to Delta Unit and asked that those remaining join our unit rather than becoming members at large. Our unit will be given the Delta Unit's equipment. Caravan Chairman Ed Knernschield stated that he had nothing to report at this time. Community Service Tootie Mayes read a letter provided to her by Beth Zile. The letter was from Steven Nardizzi, Executive Director of the Wounded Warrior Project thanking our unit for our gift of $1, to the Wounded Warror Project. Constitution & Bylaws Joe Bublis stated that the proposed changes to the By Laws and Constitution had been ed or regular mailed to every member. Ray Kolley made a motion that the changes as recommended by the Executive Board be accepted. Wanita Bublis seconded the motion. The motion was put to a vote and unanimously passed. Mary Ann Braden thanked Joe Bublis for his efforts. Historian Lyn Masterson said she has purchased a flash drive for archiving photographs. New Business Mary Ann Braden thanked Joe and Wanita Bublis and Barbara and Paul Muehlher for hosting this rally. A motion was made and seconded to adjourn and the meeting was adjourned. Respectfully submitted: Jerre A. Purvis Recording Secretary 9

10 2014 WBCCI President & 1 st Lady John & Sandra Stump NEWSLETTER SPONSORED BY: Bill Thomas Camper Sales 101 Thomas RV Way Wentzville, MO