J The Rig Runner Gazette Newsletter of the Hi-Desert Rig Runners, a WIT Chapter Website: http://www.hi-desertrigrunners.com Karla Bechner, Pr id nt Karen Childs P id nt S r t r rer w tt r dit r kippydee@aol.com lgbman05@yahoo.com pjg65@msn.com icooksew@aol.com gnwalczynski@earthlink.net The Californian RV Resort Acton, CA February 6-9, 2018 Vasquez Rocks
The Californian RV Resort Acton, CA Feb 6-9, 2018 WagonMasters: Karla & Greg Bechner, assisted by Bob and Paula Gorges Written By Greg Bechner: Tuesday February 6th 2018 Wagon Masters Greg and Karla Bechner, Co-Wagon Masters Bob and Paula Gorges, Lorraine Brockway, Greg and Nancy Walczynski, Augie and Judi Sansone, John and Linda Walsh, total of 6 coaches settled in at the Californian RV Resort in Acton California the site of the outing. After setting up the coaches the group caravanned to Crazy Otto s Dinner in Acton for dinning and fellowship. Wednesday February 7th the group left the campground and carpool to the Vasquez Rocks State Park in Agua Dulce a 932-acre park located in the high desert featuring unique rock formations. We were greeted by park Ranger Sarah she gave a short narrative on the history of the park and its geological formations. She stated that this area of rock outcropping in the park was 20 to 25 million years old. This unique area has been used since the 1920 s by Hollywood as a movie back drop while filming westerns as well as the movies Star Track and the Flintstones. After touring the visitors center the group drove a short distance within the park for a photo session in front of the historical rocks and with luck came across a commercial being filmed there! Afterwords it was off for Dutch treat lunch which was enjoyed by all at Maria Bonita Mexican food in Agua Dulce. Afternoon activities consisted of yarn heart crafts in the Club House with a Club Meeting, and a pot luck dinner in club house. After dinner there was Karaoke and our High Desert Rig Runners were in fine form with everyone who attended tried their best at singing. Thursday February 8 th the group carpooled to the Nethercutt Collection and Museum in Sylmar for a scheduled guided tour. The J. B. Nethercutt Collection is the life s work of J. B. Nethercutt, cofounder of Merle Norman Cosmetics. The Nethercutt Museum showcases more than 100 of the world s greatest antique, classic and special-interest automobiles, along with assemblages of mechanical musical instruments displayed in Lower and Grand Salon Showrooms. The tour concluded with tour of a 1912 Pullman Private Car once owned by Clara Baldwin Stocker daughter of Lucky Baldwin, and a 1937 Canadian Pacific Royal Hudson Locomotive. Evening dinner was prepared and provided by the Wagon Masters in the club house. The evening entertainment was the dice game called LCR, left, right, and center. Friday February 9 th the Wagon Masters provided a get-a-way Breakfast in the club house with everyone saying their goodbyes until we see each other next month. Thanks for attending our camp-out. Presidents Report I want to thank Greg and Karla Bechner and Bob and Paula Gorges for a wonderful three days. Vasquez Rocks was an awesome place to visit. When we got down to the rocks there was a video being filmed. We left there and had a nice lunch. The next day we were off again to the Merle Norman Museum. If you haven't seen this museum before you need to see it. It is a Museum of functional art. Everything works. We had a special visit from Larry and Shirley Zollinger. I was great seeing everyone. Thank you everyone for the great pot luck. Thank you to the Wagon masters for awesome Spaghetti dinner. Hope everyone got home safe. Until March 6 th, See you then. Karla Hi Desert Rig Runners Meeting Minutes January 26, 2018 At CA WIT State Meeting, Hemet, CA Call to order: By Karla Bechner President at 4:22 PM. Pledge of Allegiance: Led by Karla Bechner. Officers Present: President Karla Bechner, Treasurer, Lorraine Brockway, Secretary, Paula Gorges. Members Present: 7 rigs 13 members. Greg &Karla Bechner, Lorraine Brockway, Bob & Paula Gorges, Joe & Sherrie Martineau, Augie & Judi Sansone, Greg & Walczynski, John & Linda Walsh. Secretary Report: Motion made, seconded, approved by members to accept Minutes as published in the December Gazette.
Treasurer Report: Lorraine Brockway Treasurer, read report. Approved and Motion made, seconded, to file for audit. Correspondence: None Sunshine Report: Lorraine sent get well cards to Flo Donaldson, and Orin Gilbertson. New Business: Greg Bechner went over the agenda for the outing in Acton. Dates February 6-9 at the Californian RV Park. Greg mentioned Nethercutt Collection. The collection of antique cars spans four floors. President Karla wants to discuss the by-laws. Also discussed was the State Meeting April 19-22 in Hollister California. Sherrie Martineau mention that a variety show put on by the HDRR, would be fun experience for our group, and she showed us videos of variety shows she has hosted in the past. Old Business None Meeting adjourned: 4:45 PM Respectfully submitted, Paula Gorges, Secretary. Hi-Desert Rig Runners, A WIT Chapter Meeting Minutes February 7, 2018 Called to order: By Karla Bechner, President at 4:04 PM Pledge of Allegiance; Led by Karla Bechner Officers Present: President, Karla Bechner, Treasurer Lorraine Brockway, Secretary, Paula Gorges. Members present: 6 rigs, 11 members. Greg & Karla Bechner, Lorraine Brockway, Bob & Paula Gorges, Augie & Judi Sansone, Greg & Nancy Walczynski, John & Linda Walsh. Secretary Report; Motion Made, seconded, approved by members to accept Minutes as Published in the January / February Gazette. Treasurer Report; Lorraine Brockway Treasurer, read report. Approved and Motion made, seconded, to file report for audit. Correspondence: None. Sunshine Report None. New Busniess: President Karla asked Augie Sansone to be our Webmaster, Augie accept the role of Webmaster for the HDRR. President Karla ask that Members of the HDRR wear there shirts at all function s. President Karla also mentioned that it it is not necessary to wear your shirts at the General Meeting. Our next outing is March 6-9, in Apple Valley at the Lone Wolf Colony. There was discussion about the HDRR putting on a variety show in Casa De Fruita in April, which the members decided to table the idea, so we have more time to decide on what type of variety show we want to do. The HDRR Made $148.00 on the Money Hat, there was some discussion concerning the Money Hat. Greg Walczynski ask how many members were going to Julian for the September outing. He explained the cost of the outing and there no refund policy on the $ 15.00 deposit. Members decided to table the issue untill the March outing. Meeting Adjourned 4:42 PM Respectfully Submitted, Paula Gorges, Secretary Hi Desert Rig Runners 2018 Outing Schedule March 6-9: Lone Wolf Colony 23200 Apple Valley Rd., Apple Valley, CA 92308 760-247-7878 Wagonmasters: Morrison, Brockway and Just April 19-22: Cal Wit State Meeting Casa Del Fruta May 21-24: Lake Elsinore West Marina & RV Resort 2700 Riverside Dr., Lake Elsinore800-328-6844 Wagonmasters: Gury & Martineau No Outings in June, July, or August Sept. 18-21: Stagecoach RV Park 7878 Overland Stage (S-2), Julian, CA 92036 760-765-3765 Wagonmasters: Walczynski & Gorges Sept. 29-Oct. 3: Cal Wit State Outing Emerald Desert
Rally Oct. 16-19: Jurupa Valley RV Park 4800 Crestmore Rd., Jurupa Valley, CA 92509 951-684-7032 Wagonmasters: Just & Walsh Nov. 5-9: Vista Del Sol RV Park 3249 Felipe Dr., Bull Head City, AZ 86442 888-348-8581 Wagonmasters: Childs & Gury Dec. 4-7: Desert Willows RV Resort 2614 Main St., Hesperia, CA 92345 760-949-0377 Executive Board will coordinate * DEPOSITS, FEES & CONTRACT: The wagonmaster will contact the RV park immediately * Crazy Otto s Neathercutt Museum Organ All Lighted Up, and the music was astounding!
Vasquez Museum What Music to the Ears!! Chapter Meeting The Boys
Billiards.and more!