August 2007 Newsletter

 

Greenleaf State Park - Braggs, OK


Our campout this month was in eastern Oklahoma's Green Country. It was HOT! But one thing about our club, we always have a good time regardless of the circumstances. We had a misunderstanding between our club and the RV Park on the availability of the clubhouse. We thought we had it from Wednesday through Sunday AM, but they informed us it was not available Saturday or Sunday morning. When we left the park, it had not been used on Saturday or Sunday. The members attending the campout were the Barratieres, Callahans, Cheathams, Griffins, Marshes, Maxwells and Grandson, Tucker, Doyle Rowe, Thrailkills, and Granddaughter, Abby, and Tuckers. We enjoyed having the two three year old grandchildren at the campout. It was a lot of fun and they had a ball swimming at the pool and having friends (big and small) to play with. Carolyn said "thanks" for helping entertain the little ones. Of course, the highlight of our campouts is always FOOD! We had "Build a Mountain" on Friday night and on Saturday for lunch we all traveled over to Tahlequah for Pizza at Simon's and Ella's and then on to Porter, OK for peaches and homegrown tomatoes. On Saturday night, we had a buffet dinner at Fin & Feather restaurant.

BUSINESS MEETING
President Thrailkill called the meeting to order Friday, August 10th at 6:10 p.m. The minutes as published in July newsletter were approved. Martha reported our treasury balance is $2,380.50. This includes the funds for our Hitchhiker shirts and jackets. Diane has different size shirts and jackets for those who would like to check sizes and she will be in OKC, Thursday, the 16th. Call her mobile #405/826-6716 or home #580/726-5373 for appointment. Gene inquired about a H/H Banner that we might use at future campouts and was told we have one stored in Cliff’s building. Gene thanked John Clayton for our H/H Web site. REMEMBER: the newsletter will be on the web page for those with computers, all others will receive a hard copy.

50/50 winners were Zane and Doyle, $11.50 each, and $23.00 for the Club.

Prayer Requests: We especially remember Rhonda, John and family as they wait for information on surgery for Rhonda and the follow-up treatments ahead. Also, Shirley for difficult health problems and for correct diagnosis. Tommie under the Dr's care. Lu for torn ligament in her foot. Lou Ann still having tests.


HAPPY CAMPERS

TUCKER & ABBY

September Campout: Beavers Bend @ Broken Bow, OK. Hosts are Maxwells and Johnsons. The Hosts will furnish Hot Dogs and Hamburgers and members will furnish sides. Dennis said all fishermen bring your poles for trout fishing in the river.

Those signed up to camp in September are Barratieres, Boltes, Callahans, Cheathams, Griffins, Johnsons, Marshes, Maxwells, Rowe, Thrailkills, and Tuckers. For scheduling call Zane Callahan @ #405/376-0769 or mobile #405/919-0980.

Directions to Beavers Bend. From downtown Broken Bow take US 259 North 7 miles to 259A. Turn right . Most people from the City area will take I-40 east to Indian Nation Turnpike at Henryetta, take it to Antlers, take SH 3 to Broken Bow.

MAKE THE FOLLOWING CHANGE ON YOUR CAMPING SCHEDULE FOR OCTOBER 4th - 6th.

Dennis checked on the campground at Bartlesville and found it unacceptable; therefore, Gene and Dennis changed the reservations to Oak Grove RV Park in Grove, OK.

PLEASE NOTE: Updates for Rhonda - All members should have gotten an email regarding the website Caring Bridge where updates are posted as they are available.  Your calls and prayers are appreciated as well.

Monday, 27th @ Noon: Tommie is in Integris SW, Room 314. The Drs. suspect pneumonia or congestive heart failure. Specialists have been called in. Erbie requests your prayers.

Also Doyle Rowe, new member, fell in the bath tub and broke some ribs. He is on medication and can't drive but he said his neighbor was helping him.  He might enjoy a phone call or a card from our members especially since he doesn't have any family here.