OCTOBER
Meeting
The Meeting will be held on Thursday, Oct. 1st at the Community Center starting at 6:30.
We have a real treat this month. One of our members, Brian Swett, will be doing a presentation on his trip to Denali. Don't miss it!
Refreshments will be provided by: Margaret Kleiner, Ann Raisich, Carl Pitts, Jack Passant, and Karol Jackson.
Don't forget money for the Education Fund Raffle.
Tickets are $5 for 7 or $1 for one.
We have another round of fabulous prizes:
Pagosa Outside - Half day raft trip for 2 in 2010 valued at $120
Eagle Mountain Mercantile - Leatherman multi-tool
The Springs Resort and Spa - Pass for one month of unlimited access
Boss Hoggs Restaurant - $25 gift certificate
Half the Cash
Proceeds benefit Pagosa senior students going to college as well as younger students studying nature and conservation and learning outdoor sports and skills.
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President's Message
Howdy everyone,
It's hard to believe we're heading into the last quarter of the year already. This is a big month for the club-the Ski Swap comes up on October 24th. This is our largest fund raiser for the education fund and we'll be asking for lot's of volunteers to help out with the event. Also, plan on consigning that unused gear that's waiting to find a new home and make yourself a few bucks. It's also a great opportunity to pick up some new gear at real bargain prices compared to what the new stuff sells for these days.
The other important item we address this month is starting the process of selecting new officers and board members to guide the club in the coming year. We would like to hear from you about any interest you have in serving the club, unless you contact someone on the board we won't know what you might like to help with. If you know someone who you think might be a talented help to the club please let any one of us hear from you. It's not a lot of work for any one person as everyone helps throughout the year and it's great fun. It only takes a few individuals to fill the board but if everyone waits for someone else to do it then nothing gets done, so please look at what you can do to help-that's what makes this group of people so much fun and why we get to enjoy all the great events we have throughout the year.
THINK SNOW & LOT'S OF IT!
Barry
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UPCOMING ACTIVITIES
Calendar
In October the Pagosa Pedalers continue, the ladies will be walking on Thursday mornings, we have one night of bowling, a Rio Chama Float, and the Ski Swap.The Activities Calendar can be found in the sidebar under "Useful Links"It has all the details on each activity. You need to check it several times during the month for any new items that may have been added. You can also look ahead to the next month.
Greg is back in town. Let him know if you have an activity to put on the calendar.
Don't forget to wear your blaze orange if you're out and about. October is rifle season. You can pick up the hunting schedule at the Ranger Office.
Festival of Trees
The SJOC entry for the Festival of Trees needs your help. We will have a box at the October 1 and November 5 meetings to collect donated ornaments for the tree. They can be used (if in good condition) or hand crafted or store bought. The ornaments need to reflect the outdoors, outdoor activities or nature. For those of you with crafting skills, we would love to have your handmade ornaments which would make the tree unique.
We want to encourage our SJOC membership to bid on the tree. Our charity has not been confirmed yet but will most likely be the SJOC Scholarship fund – tax deductible. Just think -- no hassle to pull out tree and ornaments. If you’re the winning bidder, your tree will be delivered on December 5 and you can enjoy for the remainder of the holiday season. Plus, it is a pre-lit artificial tree and can be used for many seasons to come.
The SJOC tree will be on display along with the other entrants during our SJOC Christmas party on December 3. Please plan to attend the Festival of Trees party & auction on Friday, December 4, from 6pm-8:30pm and bid on the SJOC tree. The evening will include catered hors d’oeuvers, cash bar and music. Dress for the season and the cost is only $10/person.
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September Meeting
The September Meeting was a potluck held at Sportsman's Campground.
The weather cooperated and as usual, the food was delicious.
Hungry Crowd
Why, I didn't know that!
You don't say!
Gathering round the traditional firepit.
Saving the best for last.
Girls just want to have fun!
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We have a real treat this month. One of our members, Brian Swett, will be doing a presentation on his trip to Denali. Don't miss it!
Refreshments will be provided by: Margaret Kleiner, Ann Raisich, Carl Pitts, Jack Passant, and Karol Jackson.
Don't forget money for the Education Fund Raffle.
Tickets are $5 for 7 or $1 for one.
We have another round of fabulous prizes:
Pagosa Outside - Half day raft trip for 2 in 2010 valued at $120
Eagle Mountain Mercantile - Leatherman multi-tool
The Springs Resort and Spa - Pass for one month of unlimited access
Boss Hoggs Restaurant - $25 gift certificate
Half the Cash
Proceeds benefit Pagosa senior students going to college as well as younger students studying nature and conservation and learning outdoor sports and skills.
*************************
President's Message
Howdy everyone,
It's hard to believe we're heading into the last quarter of the year already. This is a big month for the club-the Ski Swap comes up on October 24th. This is our largest fund raiser for the education fund and we'll be asking for lot's of volunteers to help out with the event. Also, plan on consigning that unused gear that's waiting to find a new home and make yourself a few bucks. It's also a great opportunity to pick up some new gear at real bargain prices compared to what the new stuff sells for these days.
The other important item we address this month is starting the process of selecting new officers and board members to guide the club in the coming year. We would like to hear from you about any interest you have in serving the club, unless you contact someone on the board we won't know what you might like to help with. If you know someone who you think might be a talented help to the club please let any one of us hear from you. It's not a lot of work for any one person as everyone helps throughout the year and it's great fun. It only takes a few individuals to fill the board but if everyone waits for someone else to do it then nothing gets done, so please look at what you can do to help-that's what makes this group of people so much fun and why we get to enjoy all the great events we have throughout the year.
THINK SNOW & LOT'S OF IT!
Barry
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UPCOMING ACTIVITIES
Calendar
In October the Pagosa Pedalers continue, the ladies will be walking on Thursday mornings, we have one night of bowling, a Rio Chama Float, and the Ski Swap.The Activities Calendar can be found in the sidebar under "Useful Links"It has all the details on each activity. You need to check it several times during the month for any new items that may have been added. You can also look ahead to the next month.
Greg is back in town. Let him know if you have an activity to put on the calendar.
Don't forget to wear your blaze orange if you're out and about. October is rifle season. You can pick up the hunting schedule at the Ranger Office.
Festival of Trees
The SJOC entry for the Festival of Trees needs your help. We will have a box at the October 1 and November 5 meetings to collect donated ornaments for the tree. They can be used (if in good condition) or hand crafted or store bought. The ornaments need to reflect the outdoors, outdoor activities or nature. For those of you with crafting skills, we would love to have your handmade ornaments which would make the tree unique.
We want to encourage our SJOC membership to bid on the tree. Our charity has not been confirmed yet but will most likely be the SJOC Scholarship fund – tax deductible. Just think -- no hassle to pull out tree and ornaments. If you’re the winning bidder, your tree will be delivered on December 5 and you can enjoy for the remainder of the holiday season. Plus, it is a pre-lit artificial tree and can be used for many seasons to come.
The SJOC tree will be on display along with the other entrants during our SJOC Christmas party on December 3. Please plan to attend the Festival of Trees party & auction on Friday, December 4, from 6pm-8:30pm and bid on the SJOC tree. The evening will include catered hors d’oeuvers, cash bar and music. Dress for the season and the cost is only $10/person.
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September Meeting
The September Meeting was a potluck held at Sportsman's Campground.
The weather cooperated and as usual, the food was delicious.
Hungry Crowd
Girls just want to have fun!
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SEPTEMBER ACTIVITIES
Williams Reservoir Outing
September 2-3
This was a good idea that didn't quite materialize. The weather didn't cooperate, what a surprise! The idea was to camp out, enjoy the day, attend the pot luck then kayak on the reservoir under a full moon. Well, we enjoyed the day with bike ride and visiting, attended the pot luck which was really good, but the clouds took over the sky and the full moon made only brief appearances. The kayaking did not happen but we'll give it another try next year.
Plenty of toys to play with during the day if only the weather would cooperate!
Some good company made all the difference.
September 2-3
This was a good idea that didn't quite materialize. The weather didn't cooperate, what a surprise! The idea was to camp out, enjoy the day, attend the pot luck then kayak on the reservoir under a full moon. Well, we enjoyed the day with bike ride and visiting, attended the pot luck which was really good, but the clouds took over the sky and the full moon made only brief appearances. The kayaking did not happen but we'll give it another try next year.
Some good company made all the difference.
Salsa Fiesta
The Bakers, Bozeks, Longs and Webbs enjoyed a beautiful day at the annual Creede Salsa Fiesta on September 6th. We sampled red, green, fruit, and HOT TAMALE salsa!!!
After we had our fill of the hot stuff, some of us headed for the ice cream parlor to cool down and the guys headed for one of the local bars to cool down. True to form (we have to keep up the club's reputation for eating), we rounded off the day with pizza. Organizer:
Marsha Baker
The whole group in Creede.
One of our leaders!!
All we need is an ocean!
Gathering place
Now where did the women go?
Oh, there they are.....Shopping.
Plant Exchange
Many plants and flower seeds found a new home at the plant exchange. The enthusiastic gardeners shared items they brought and offered planting advice. Several folks with new landscaping will be making colorful additions thanks to the generosity of some established gardens in Pagosa.
Mountain Bike Clinic
September 15th
Many thanks go out to Tom at Pedal & Powder. He spent a great deal of time with those of us that attended adjusting this, tweeking that, and explaining A LOT of possible cheap fixes for problems we might have out on the trail. If you need any help with your bike, I highly recommend talking to Tom. He'll help you in the most cost efficient way possible and help you know what to do to avoid that problem in the future. Everyone left armed with valuable new knowledge and skills. I have no photos cuz I was busy learnin' stuff. Sorry.
Betsy
Pagosa Pedalers
September 28th
A small core of the PP's ventured out under the leadership of Suzanne to ride Blue Creek Road to a lovely vista. The 9 mile RT ride required some uphill tenacity and rewarded with downhill fun, all under a bright blue sky accented with reds and golds along the way. Does it get any better? I don't think so. Check the calendar each Sunday to see if another ride has been added. This was our last officially planned ride but members may choose to continue as long as the weather permits. In fact, Barry is going to lead the group Monday, Oct. 5th on a Monument Park ride. Meet at Turkey Springs and Newt Jack Rds. at 9 a.m.
It's been great fun this summer on the bikes. I know I and others in the group have improved our abilities and endurance a great deal over the weeks of riding. We'll pick it up again next year with two groups - one for mostly residential roads around the North and South Pagosa Blvd. areas and one for trails and forest roads. Hopefully, all the 2009 folks will return and we'll add a bunch in 2010!
The gang heading uphill. That's always fun!
Big views are a nice payoff for that workout.
How about another President picture.
The Lime Mesa Adventure
Bob, Betsy and I made the LONG drive north of Durango to hike Lime Mesa.The hike was great with fantastic views, BUT the drive took almost 3 hours to get to the trailhead. The last two miles were really rocky and required heavy duty 4WD. Very slow going. The trailhead is at 11,400ft. and we ended up around 12,600ft. We were supposed to camp one night and continue down to some lakes, but it would have just been Betsy and me, so we changed it to a day hike instead, and Bob joined us. It ended up being an all-dayer. The lakes were very tempting though. Maybe next time.
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Bob walking by Dollar Lake.
Betsy and Bob cruising right along.Our destination is the top of the ridge.
The view from on top of the ridge, looking north..
Bob enjoying the view and eating lunch..
On the way back, the weather was a bit threatening, but it left us alone.
That's It Folks!!!!
See Ya Outside.
Keep the photos coming.
