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NEWSLETTER
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Classic AIRSTREAM Club Fall 2011 Volume 2 Issue 10
IntraClub of WALLY BYAM CARAVAN CLUB INTERNATIONAL
“Plantation Homes of Southern Louisiana”
Be transported to another time and place as you tour beautiful plantation homes from another era
Photo Marie Efira
The Rosedown Plantation State Historic Park, St Francisville, Louisiana
Spring Caravan “Plantation Homes of Southern Louisiana” Last Minute Info: Still a few spots available (see page 8) Classic Airstream Club • Marie Efira, Newsletter Editor • Page 1 •
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CONTACT YOUR OFFICERS 2011-2012
Dale Bannon President 231-852-0710 cdalebannon@gmail.com
Mary Potter Council Member 1 Year 251-675-1396 travlinggal8769@aol.com
Ed Efira Vice President Membership Chairman Webmaster 650-759-5800 eefira@wbcci.net
Pat Gregory Corresponding/ Recording Secretary 850-477-4042 patgregory@cox.net
Dave Shaw Council Member 2 Years 515-332-4379 theshaws1@gmail.com
Paul Lloyd Council Member 3 Years 573-270-2471 PLloyd@semo.edu
Kay Corder Treasurer President 2009-2010 816-524-5240 bencorder@att.net
Ben Corder
Caravan Coordinator Past President 816-524-5240 bencorder@att.net
This page has been updated on September 15, 2011.
Jack Glouner Past President 239-598-4325 glouner@juno.com
Marie Efira Newsletter Editor 650-759-5800 marie-anded@sbcglobal.net
For errors, omissions, updates, and all inquiries please contact the CAC webmaster at classicairstream@wbcci.net
This page has been updated. Some phone numbers and email addresses have changed.
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Classic Airstream Club Business News Classic Airstream Club WBCCI INTRA-CLUB JUNE 29, 2011 The luncheon and annual meeting of the Classic Airstream Club was held in Du Quoin, IL, June 29, 2011 at Algoni’s Italian Restaurant. President Jack Glouner called the meeting to order at 12 Noon with 59 members present. Jerry Hissong gave the invocation. Past President Ben Corder led the Pledge of Allegiance to the flag. President Glouner welcomed members and recognized new members present. Roll call by the acting secretary was made: President, Jack Glouner, present; Vice-President, Ed Efira, absent; Secretary, Gloria Hissong, present; Treasurer, Kay Corder, present; Council Member, Mary Potter, present; Council member Susan Bruce, absent; Council Member, Dave Shaw, absent; and Past-President, Ben Corder, present. A quorum was present. Minutes of the previous meeting were not read. The treasurer’s report was read by Kay Corder. A copy is attached. Ben Corder, caravan coordinator, was asked to report on current and future caravans. John Landry was asked to tell about the Plantation Caravan he is leading next spring and Marilyn Bannon spoke about the Illinois Caravan which will be immediately after the International Rally. Ben Corder encouraged members to participate and if they have any ideas for new caravans to let him know. President Glouner thanked Mary Potter for arranging the luncheon/meeting place. The meal was enjoyed by all! In the absence of the Membership Chairman, Ed Efira, Kay Corder reported that there are 150 members (more or less). President Jack Glouner praised Marie Efira for the fantastic job she does on our newsletter. President Glouner then asked Ben Corder, Nominating Committee Chairman, to read the committee’s recommendations for officers for the coming year. They are as follows: President – Dale Bannon; Vice President – Ed Efira, Secretary – Pat Gregory, Treasurer – Kay Corder, 3 year Council Member – Paul Lloyd. Bettie Jones made a motion that we accept the slate as presented; motion was seconded by Joan Bucher. The officers that were present were called to the front to be installed and were duly installed by President Glouner. Newly elected President, Dale Bannon asked for help of the members for upcoming year and said he would do his best to fulfill the office as President. Door prizes were won by Connie Neese, Marcia Woolley, Rebecca Smith and Jerry Hissong. President Glouner declared the meeting adjourned at 12:30 pm. Respectfully submitted, Marlyn Hofstetter Acting Secretary
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Classic Airstream Club News in Brief CAC Luncheon and Annual Meeting in Du Quoin, Illinois
Kay Corder, Treasurer, introduces new officers Dale Bannon, President, and Paul Lloyd, Council Member
Ice Cream Social at the International Rally in DuQuoin On Sunday, July 3rd, 22 members and guests braved the thunderstorm and a down pouring of rain to enjoy the fellowship at the ice cream social. Two new members joined. Welcome new members David & Kathleen Carlig and Philip & Jan Shearrer!
When a past CAC President meets a past CAC President, what do they talk about? Ice Cream! Want another good reason to renew your membership or join the Classic Airstream Club? The CAC FREE ice cream social each year at the International Rally.
See you in Sedalia, MO in 2012.
Bettie Jones, twice Past President 2007-09, and Jack Glouner, Past President 2010-11 Thank you Kay Corder for taking the picture
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Classic Airstream Club Caravan News Good news to report! If you thought you missed the deadline to register for the “Plantations of Southern Louisiana Caravan”, you can be reassured: there are still a few spots available. Our friend John Landry, President of the Louisiana Acadiana Unit, will be leading the caravan “Plantation Homes of Southern Louisiana” from April 18 to May 3, 2012. John is a longtime Classic Airstream Club member and most of you must know him as the director of the WBCCI band. John and his wife Yvette are fun people to be around and so are the co-leaders Lynn and Joyce who led last year a CAC caravan to make us discover the back roads and the coast of South Western Louisiana. Marie and I were on that caravan, we had a fantastic time and we keep unforgettable memories of the adventure. This year we paid our now traditional annual visit to the friendly state of Louisiana and visited some of the amazing plantation homes on the path this caravan will follow. We were impressed by the unique architectures, the magnificent collections of antique furniture, china and sumptuous decorations. We were charmed by the exuberant vegetation, the centenarian oaks heavily adorned with strands of Spanish moss, the scent of the magnolias and the roses. We strongly recommend that you do not miss the opportunity to join John Landry’s “Plantations of Southern Louisiana Caravan” whether it would be your first time in Louisiana or whether you are already familiar with this beautiful state. John and Lynn have a great experience in planning not only caravans but also numerous rallies in their region. They are extremely knowledgeable about Louisiana and its culture. They know where to eat and how to cook the best Cajun food. You can get more information further in this newsletter or by consulting our website http://classicairstream.wbcci.net. The direct link for the caravan is http://classicairstream.files.wordpress.com/2011/05/cac-plantation-caravan.pdf This caravan has been planned and is reserved to the Classic Airstream Club members only. If you are not members yet and read this, it’s easy to join, just fill the membership application in this newsletter or download the application at http://classicairstream.files.wordpress.com/2010/06/cac-membership-application.pdf Because the Classic Airstream Club officers, our caravan leaders and all our helpers are volunteers, annual dues have been at $10.00 for as far as we can remember and, good news, they still are at $10.00. If you are a member, Fall has come and, with the falling leaves, the time to pay our dues. Kay Corder, our dedicated Treasurer, and past President, is standing by. Never too late to renew if you forgot last year. Happy Trails Ed Efira, VP & Membership Chairman
What’s cookin’ down in Louisiana? A new caravan! John Landry (right), leader of the “Plantations of Southern Louisiana Caravan” and Lynn Conner (left), coleader, know how to cook the best Cajun food! Picture taken by Marie Efira at the famous Crawfish rally near Kaplan Louisiana.
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Classic Airstream Club Summer Caravan
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Dear Cousin Marie and Ed, I thought that I should tell you what a nice time we had on our “Little Short Caravan” after the International ended in Du Quoin, Il. Gordon and Carol White
were our leaders and did a wonderful job of seeing that
we had absolutely the best overnight spots and a good time while we were in the vicinity. First Stop: Paducah, KY We
grabbed lunch and headed off to Metropolis, Il. to check out the famed
Superman Statue and the town that was made famous by the 15 foot bronze statue of the guy himself standing there- of course we all tried a picture or two with him.
We checked out the souvenir store and there were plenty of choices
to be made for the right article. The ladies had the best time- the guys Dale Bannon and Jimmie did their own thing with Gordon leading the way.
Since Marilyn Brannon and I were keeping up with
Carol- she led us to a wonderful fabric shop, Hancock's of Paducah, and we spent part of
Wednesdday morning there . Lots of beautiful fabric available – by
manufacturer- which kept us looking for just the right piece. Then the magic time had approached to head to the National Quilt Museum- where we really had an eyeful of beautiful quilts- prize winners from everywhere, along with special exhibits. The museum has some 400 quilts in their collection and they are changed on a schedule. Page 1/2 Classic Airstream Club • Marie Efira, Newsletter Editor • Page 6 •
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Paducah is located on the Ohio River- which as you know that area has had plenty of rain this year and the river is high. Flood walls have been built over the years and there are murals painted on them telling the history of the town and the many facets of life along the river.
The husbands spent their morning looking at
the river and the activities and the murals. The ladies got a report at lunch of all they had seen. Second Stop: Springfield , Illinois Things got off to a fine start at the Lincoln Home and Visitors Center and the Lincoln Home Historic Site. Then we were off to the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Museum and Library- spending the morning there. Of course we couldn't leave Springfield without seeing the Lincoln Tomb and surrounding grounds- which were really beautiful. Lunch time was looming and there is a very famous hot dog item there called the Cozy Dog, which is in a restaurant that was built in 1946 and has remained a popular eatery for all those years. On Wednesday it was no exception. Lots of people and lots of Cozy Dogs being served there. Saturday finds us all off to New Salem Village-a community that Abe Lincoln lived in for 6 years- that over time became a ghost town and then the Civil Conservation Corps rebuilt it and now it has homes and businesses that were in operation when Lincoln lived there. He actually served as Post Master while he lived there. We did enjoy Ice Cream and fellowship- and good meals while were were out and about and I'm very sure we'd all do the same thing another time- there is a lot of history to read about and a lot of things to see in Springfield. Good time had by all. See you down the road, Bettie Jones PS: On the picture you’ll recognize from left to right Jimmie Jones, Carol & Gordon White, Marilyn Bannon, Bettie Jones and Dale Bannon seated. !
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Plantation Homes of Southern Louisiana Classic Airstream Club Caravan
April 18, 2012 through May 3, 2012 Caravan Leader John Landry
Co-Leader Lynn Conner
Come along with us on a Classic Airstream Club caravan to learn some of the history and beauty of the Sugar Plantations of Southern Louisiana. This Caravan will start in Vidalia, Louisiana on April 18, 2012 right across from the Mississippi River from Natchez, Mississippi. You will be given a day on your own to visit some of the historic plantation homes of the Cotton Barons of Mississippi as the Natchez Pilgrimage will be in full swing at this time. The first meal will be prepared and served by your caravan leaders, "Cajun Chicken Stew" over white rice. Following the meal, we will have a meeting to go over the entire trip of the Plantation tours in your trip manual. We will be visiting 16 of the most beautiful plantation homes to be found anywhere. It will be interesting to learn of plantation history and visit some of the most exquisite flower gardens found in the South. In addition to this we will be touring some interesting museums along the way and experiencing good food at some of the out of the way restaurants. Travels along the byways of Louisiana will be informative, especially along what is known as "The River Road." The caravan will end at the Civic Center in Thibodeaux, Louisiana on May 3rd. The Caravan will be limited to 20 units, so don't delay in getting your deposit in for a fun and adventurous caravan. The kitty fee for one rig with two adults is estimated to be $857 and for one rig with one adult $595. Additional guests pay $375 each. The fee includes all camping fees, admissions to all homes and museums and three meals for the group. A Caravan flyer with more details can be downloaded from our CAC website at http://classicairstream.wbcci.net. For more information contact John Landry at jmland@kaplantel.net, phone 337-643-8078. Register by sending a deposit check for $350.00 to John Landry, 504 N Hebert Ave, Kaplan, LA 70548-3232. Balance due by March 30, 2012.
Registration for the “Plantation Homes of Southern Louisiana” Classic Airstream Club Caravan April 18, 2012 through May 3, 2012 Name (Last) ____________________________ (First) _______________ (MI) ___ Spouse _________________________________ Guest ____________________________________ Street, P.O. Box or Private Mailbox #________________________________________________________________ City _______________________________ State or Province ______ Zip _________
WBCCI # ____________
Phone: Home (_____)____________ Cell (_____)____________ E-mail ____________________________________ Trailer Length: _____ Towing Vehicle Make:____________Vehicle Licence #____________ License State: ______ [ ] Pets: ______ Handicap [ ] yes / [ ] No In case of Emergency, Call ____________________________ Phone:____________________________ [ ] Airstream w/2 adults: $ 857.00
[ ] Airstream w/1 adult: $ 595.00
[ ] Guest: $ 375.00
Included is my check for [ ] Deposit $350.00 (*) [ ] My full Payment of $____________ (*) Balance due by March 30,2012. MAKE CHECK PAYABLE TO: John Landry, Plantation Caravan Mail coupon with your check to: John Landry, 504 N Hebert Ave, Kaplan, LA 70548-323 Classic Airstream Club • Marie Efira, Newsletter Editor • Page 8 •
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A Friendly Reminder from our Treasurer
Dues are Due Please send your check for $10 to Kay Corder, CAC Treasurer, 1002 SW Allendale Blvd, Lee's Summit, MO 64081. If you want to be in the 2012 Directory, your payment needs to arrive before November 15, 2011 The Membership Application can be downloaded from our website at http://classicairstream.wbcci.net/about-cac/membership-application/
Classic Airstream Club A WBCCI IntraClub
Date: ......../......../ 2011
[ ] New Member [ ] Renewal
MEMBERSHIP APPLICATION Name (Last) _____________________________ (First) ___________________ (MI) ________ (Spouse) _______________________________ WBCCI # _____________________WBCCI Unit ________________________ Street, P.O. Box or Private Mailbox # ________________________________________________________________ City ___________________________ State or Province ________________ Zip __________ Phone _________________________________________ E-mail _________________________________________ My Classic Airstream is a (CHECK ONE)
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Model _______________________Year____________ Length_____________ Annual Membership $10.00 (US Funds) [ ] Cash, [ ] Check #_________ PLEASE DO NOT MAIL CASH MAKE CHECKS PAYABLE TO CLASSIC AIRSTREAM CLUB MEMBERSHIP IS OPEN TO WBCCI MEMBERS OWNING A CLASSIC AIRSTREAM AS DEFINED BY THE CONSTITUTION AND BYLAWS OF THE CLASSIC AIRSTREAM CLUB, AN INTRACLUB OF WBCCI.
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