June 1st's general meeting was attended by 26 members. There were no new members this month. Rick Scanlon and Marv Kea reported upon the success of the May Fly on 05/18. We enjoyed excellent weather, good flying, good food, and a great raffle (even if Marv and Franc won half of the prizes <grin>). We even made a little money in the process! Tim McKay won the May Fly work party raffle.
The possibility of purchasing a towable water buffalo was investigated by Jerry Ratzlaff and discussed at the meeting. For the moment, we will hold the status quo, since a new (or even used) water buffalo is a major club item.
The issue of a short-fence replacement for the tires lining the runway was discussed. We will be able to get 24'' fencing and support conduits at no cost; as a result the motion to install the fencing was passed unanimously. A work party to continue field improvements and maintainance is scheduled for Saturday, July 19. The original date for the work party was in June, but we decided that it simply wasn't hot enough yet <grin>.
Flying safety and more SAM flying events were discussed briefly. These
are the subjects of this month's From the Puckerbrush column.
Interest seemed to be high for a club BBQ or Picnic; and response was
favorable to Bob Leichtenberg's description of the Memorial Day Float
Fly at the lake 16 miles SE of the field. We should hear
more concerning new flying events at July's meeting. BE THERE, or be a
regular four-sided polygon. (OVER )
Finally, a note of sad news; SAM member Jim Bradley passed away last month from cancer. We wish to extend our sincere support and condolences to his family, and wish Jim many happy landings.