Wales Tales - February 2010

More snow came just in time for our Poker Run and helped make it another great success. While we have not been breaking any snowfall records in our area, what we have received has stayed around. I wonder if anyone in Pittsburgh or Philadelphia are thinking about purchasing a sled with all the snow storms they have been having this year.

Our nominating committee, Fred Morris & John Matasowski, is accepting names for your consideration as the elections will be held at the February membership meeting on 2/25. We currently need three new board members and a new auditor. Your suggestions or recommendations should be given to Fred (899-6307) or John (825-2067).

 

Membership Meeting: On Thursday night, January 28th the membership meeting was held at the Greene Township Building. There were 7 Board members and 17 members present; some of which came on their sleds.

Kent Kessler continues to work with the Groomer manufacturer and the DCNR to keep up the progress to make our purchase of a groomer a reality. Kent also reported that we received our Round 4 mini grant for $1,190 and it has been deposited.

Board member Keith Zambrzycki expressed his desire to resign from the Board. Member Mark Sonney offered to complete Keith’s term and the Board accepted his offer.

 

Fundraisers: The Greene Township food pantry has donated another beautiful handmade throw and pillow to our club to raffle off as a fundraiser to help with our expenses. We are selling tickets for $2 each or 3 for $5. Tickets are still available.

The third and final collection for the Greene Township food pantry was taken at the January meeting. With the donations that were mailed in and given at the meeting, we added $50 to our total. The January additions brought our total to $224. The club, along with the Food Pantry, would like to thank you for your generosity.

Our lottery based fundraiser is moving along. Remember, fundraiser proceeds go directly to offset our 20% match against our groomer grant. 119 stubs and payment have been returned so far. Are you still holding some of the outstanding cards? Please do not sit on those cards! You only have until the end of February to sell/buy those cards to have them included in the winnings. To be included in the potential winnings of $30 to $100 per daily drawing, stubs and payment need to be received back no later than February 28th.

 

Memberships: The 2010 membership stands at 100 which includes 15 new members.

Thank You very much for your support.

 

Poker Run: The Poker Run was held on Saturday, February 13, 2010. The weather was great with plenty of snow and we had a great turnout. There were 150 poker hands played this year. In comparison, last year we had 153 poker hands played. Thanks to all who participated! Thanks also to all who helped stage this great event!

The winners at this year’s Poker Run were:

1st Place hand with a Straight Flush – Keith Zambrzycki ($180)
2nd Place hand with 4 Aces / King high – Mike Treadwell (from San Diego) ($120)
3rd Place hand with 4 Aces / Queen high – Travis Clabbatz ($75)

Our 50/50 was won by Lance Dunn – ($159)

Trails: Our new groomer sled is working great! If you are interested in helping with the grooming efforts, please send an email to Mark Sonney at ultrapolarman@aol.com or call him at (814) 866-5241.

Awards: Annually our club submits the names of a few key individuals and entities, who have distinguished themselves in the support of our sport, to ECSA for awards. This year they are:

Snowmobiler’s friend (Business) – Miller Pump Supply Snowmobiler of the year – Ken Zambrzycki

Family of the year – Frank Winkelbauer Snowmobile Club of the year – Presque Isle

Dealer Appreciation - Off Road Express Hall of Fame – Fred Morris

 

Sunshine Person: Please note that Mary Ann Matasowski has volunteered to be our sunshine person. If you know of any of our members that have fallen ill, please contact Mary Ann at (814) 825-2067.

 

Next Meeting: The next general membership meeting will be held Thursday, February 25th, at 8:00pm at the Greene Township Building on Tate road. The election of new club officers and president will be held. (The membership in attendance will elect the club president for the coming year from one of the nine board members.)

See you at the meeting. - T. Bowers