1. sports
2. golf

GENERAL MEETING
(21 and older please)
Wednesday, June 10, 2015
6:00 P.M.
The Vet’s Club (upstairs)
1626 Willamette St. Eugene
P.O. BOX 70528
SPRINGFIELD , OR 97475
www.altairsports.org
6:00 p.m. - Sign up for trips & activities
6:45 p.m. - Orientation for guests & new members
7:00 p.m. - General Meeting (Starts promptly at 7 p.m.)
Light hors d’oeuvres will be served at the meeting
ALTAIR SKI & SPORTS CLUB NEWSLETTER
JUNE, 2015
DO NOT PARK in the lot behind the Vet’s Club. This lot is reserved for restaurant patrons. Please park on the street.
GUESTS: Guests are welcome to attend up to three complimentary meetings if they wish to learn about our club
before joining or they may join immediately.
BOARD MEETING
(Open to all members)
Wednesday, June 10, 2015
Immediately following the monthly General Meeting
PLEASE NOTE CHANGE TO BOARD MEETING
DATE & LOCATION
NOTE: If you are presenting an event /trip for approval or an item for discussion, please advise
the Secretary or the President so the item can be added to the Agenda. Please bring copies of
your flyer & Board approval form for each Board member & Newsletter Editor.
HIGHLIGHTS
June 1st begins the new fiscal year for Altair Ski & Sports Club and the
beginning of the 1-year term for the New Board Members:
Congratulations to:
President
Demetri Liontos
Vice President
Tom Arnold
Secretary
Jan Ries
Treasurer
Susan Blane
Board at Large
Larry See
Board at Large
Bob Caldwell
Senior Board at Large
Lynn Bruno
And — a BIG THANK YOU to the out-going board members who have done an
excellent job. Demetri is trading hats to serve at President, Diane O’Keefe, Ed
Stanley, Jack Brandon, Patrice McCaffrey, & Brian Taggart. Thanks to you all.
A special thanks to ERICH KAUFMAN who by popular vote served two terms as
President of Altair. Erich who is a friend to all, did a wonderful job leading and
guiding Altair for the past two years with sincerity and devotion to the Club.
This newsletter issue is chock full of new trips, sporting events, golf tournaments……..
Volume 28 No. 6
Sign-ups also begin for the Altair Picnic and for volunteers to help with the August
picnic. This is a great way for new members to get involved and meet other Altair
members.
GENERAL INFORMATION
———— BOARD MEMBERS ————
President
Vice President
Secretary
Treasurer
Board at Large
Senior Board at Large
Demetri Liontos
Tom Arnold
Jan Ries
Susan Blane
Larry See
Bob Caldwell
Lynn Bruno
541-345-0207
541-729-2251
541-747-6142
541-520-4216
541-510-3846
541-726-7422
541-870-5879
———— COMMITTEES & DIRECTORS ————
Biking
Bookkeeper
Bowling
Community Service
Dance Lessons
Database & Yahoo Mgr
Equipment / Inventory
Golf
Greeters
Hiking
Members/Guests
Newsletter Editor
NWSCC Rep.
Publicity
Skiing
Snowshoe/X-Ctry Skiing
Social
TGIF
Walk / Jog
Web Director
Linda Tharp
Annette Tognazzini
Lynn Bruno
Trina Hayden
Sandi Sanders
Melissa Finch
Ros Goodman
Janice Wardan
Erich Kaufman
Carroll Oakley
Sandy Sandhorst
Debra Cole
Gregg Fuller
Stephen McCaffrey
Joanna Zamora-Director
Betsy Elting– Director
Les Crone
Peter Ferrero
Erich Kaufman
Max Liebreich
Janice Wardan
Janice Wardan
Ted Merydith
Becki Robinson
Rod Robinson
Scott Barkhurst
Gregg Fuller
Tom Arnold
Carol Petty
Claudia Liontos
Diane Kaufman
Walt Jacobson
Janice Wardan
541-741-2634
541-683-1593
541-870-5879
541-844-9994
541-345-2454
541-343-4865
541-954-2479
541-517-6067
541-556-4211
541-556-2194
541-556-1350
541-654-1186
541-520-6809
541-954-2537
541-686-7181
541 232-3541
541-726-9527
541-746-6263
541-556-4211
541-484-1980
541-517-6067
541-517-6067
541-484-1558
541-514-4911
541-344-7170
541-343-9406
541-520-6809
541-729-2251
541-935-2088
541-345-0207
541-484-4365
541-343-7893
541-517-6067
—————INFORMATION ABOUT ALTAIR ————-
The new Altair Membership Glossary & Guidelines is a compilation of all guidelines, policies, and
information pertaining to Altair. It is a great reference or “Go-To” source for new or existing members,
And is located on the web site.
Contains details on the following —and much more:
Altair Guidelines
Event/Trip Planning
Membership Dues
Membership Directory-distributed email monthly
Newsletter– available on the web site
Yahoo! email Group
Web site (www.altairsports.org)
And much more……………
Go to www.Altairsports.org .
Click on Forms & Documents
Click on Altair Membership Glossary & Guidelines
If you any questions or have difficulty viewing or printing the
Glossary & Guidelines, please contact
Janice Wardan:
[email protected]
541-517-6067
‘NEW YEAR’ GREETINGS FROM YOUR NEW BOARD!
No, we’re not nuts, just enthusiastic. The Altair fiscal year runs from June 1 st thru May 31st each year, so
here you are with a brand new board of directors to guide the Club. First, copious thanks to Erich Kaufman
and the ‘old’ board for the superb job they did while in office. Your wisdom will be sought. Second, thanks to
all who voted. The new board you have duly elected (see who on the next page) is eager to do their best to
make this a vibrant, interesting year ahead. Look for innovations, some subtle some not, and a streamlining
of membership and board meetings. Personally, as a 27-year member, I feel privileged and proud to be
your new president. But it’s the team I’ll be working with that excites me most.
Please come to the June 10th membership meeting to meet your new board! Also, following the meeting,
the board will meet immediately afterwards for its monthly session (a trial innovation) to receive activity
proposals and conduct Club business—yes, right there at the Vets’ Club. Please note this change of time/
venue if you are presenting an event for board approval, and bring relevant paperwork! We hope
you’re looking forward, as we are, to a great ‘New Year’ ahead. And know that we appreciate your support
and event ideas.
--Demetri Liontos, your new president
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BOARD MEETING HIGHLIGHTS & UPDATES
May 27, 2015 Board Meeting
The May 20, 2015 Board Meeting was rescheduled until May 27,2015 due to absence of Board
Members to enable a quorum to vote.
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The Board approved the Diamond Woods Golf Tournament led by Carroll Oakley and Mike Burns
on July 26, 2015.
The Board approved the Tokatee Golf Tournament led by Jan Ries, Don Tucker, and Sue Jenkins
on August 9, 2015.
The Board approved the Nine & Dine Golf Tournament led by Susan and Sandy Sandhorst on July
10, 2015.
The Board approved the Last Shot Scramble led by Pam & Bill Hirsh on September 13, 2015.
The Board approved a Pacific Pub Cycle event led by Linda Tharp & Annette Tognazzini on June
21, 2015.
The Board approved the Springwater Overnight Bike Adventure led by Laurie & Keith Steinbruck on
August 8 & 9, 2015.
The Board approved the introduction to SAMBA, a card game, in a 4 game series led by Rita
Lombard beginning June 18, 2015.
Janice Wardan presented a comparison of 3 different club management programs for on-line registration & payment of dues which are continuing to be reviewed.
Erich Kaufman announced the results of the Board of Directors Election:
President
Demetri Liontos
Vice President
Tom Arnold
Secretary
Jan Ries
Treasurer
Susan Blane
Board at Large
Larry See
Board at Large
Bob Caldwell
Senior Board at Large
Lynn Bruno
The Board ratified a volunteer, non-voting bookkeeper position
The Board ratified Lynn Bruno as the Bookkeeper, to assist the Treasurer.
The Board ratified Sandy Sandhorst as a Golf Co-Director, along with Carroll Oakley
The Board ratified Erich Kaufman for the Membership Committee and as the Orientation Coordinator
The Board gave Erich Kaufman authority to donate the portable dance floor, given to the club by
Dee Sullen, to club members with a need for it or to a charitable organization such as a ballet club.
Janice Wardan reported that the polls regarding music at the annual picnic indicated that there will
be no music.
The Board has not found a location for the monthly Board Meetings and decided to hold short Board
Meetings following the General Meetings to approve trips & events. This will begin June 10, 2015.
The Board approved Tom Arnold as Altair’s Representative at the FWSA conference June 5-7th,
with the Club funding the amount of $500 toward the trip ( lodging, transportation, sign-up fee,
meals, etc.)
An Audit Committee to review closed trip files was appointed: Brian Taggart, Janice Wardan, Susan
Blane & Lynn Bruno.
The Board approved a revised Yahoo’s Group e-mail policy.
The Board approved the Altair Membership Glossary & Guidelines to be posted on the web site and
given to new members as a “go-to” resource for new and existing members.
The Board approved the revised Trip & Event Forms reflecting the new Event Leader Incentive Rewards and the change of language from Trip Captain to Event Leader.
The Board approved the revised Membership Application Form due to the new Membership Dues
structure effective November 1, 2015.
The Board approved the New Member Packet proposed by the Membership Committee.
……..Submitted by Janice Wardan on behalf of vacationing Secretary, Diane O’Keefe
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MEMBERSHIP
JUNE BIRTHDAYS
March General Meeting Stats
Total Membership:
Number of guests:
Number of members attending:
Number of new members:
Rita Lombard
Alan Reeder
Total attending meeting:
Raffle Winners:
Guest/New Member:
Birthday:
General Raffle:
182
3
75
2
80
Linda Thompson
Sue Jenkins
(No regular raffle held due to
MS Raffle fundraiser)
Greeter Volunteers:
Carol D. Kelsch
Carroll Oakley
Susanne M. Howell
Reese D. Miller
Don Sundberg
Lin Marie
Janel Laidman
Sandy Sandhorst
Susie Nicholson
Betsy Henry
Dyan Carney
Leslie B. Marti
Peg Jennette
Ed B. King
Linda H. Tharp
Trina M. Hayden
Barbara R. Bakke
06/09
06/10
06/12
06/13
06/14
06/15
06/15
06/17
06/18
06/19
06/20
06/22
06/24
06/24
06/24
06/25
06/29
SAVE THE DATES
For these board approved events in the future.
Dec. 11, 2015
Feb. 26-19, 2016
Holiday Dinner/Dance
Shelter Cove
COMMUNITY SERVICES:
Co-Directors: Sandi Sanders
541-345-2454
Melissa Finch
541-343-4865
About 20 Altairians took part in the 5 km. (3 mi.) MS Walk (May 9th) to help raise awareness and money to defeat
this debilitating disease. Under the gentle guidance and excellent organization of Melissa Finch, participating
Club members walked the talk and had a fun time in the bargain--and all on a stunning Saturday morning. Diane
Kaufman, herself battling MS, was interviewed by KVAL's Tom Adams and had encouraging words for others
also afflicted. There were several hundred participants in all and like all such activities, "it gets the word out",
about Multiple Sclerosis in this case.
Kudos to Melissa and Diane, and to all the Altair walkers who contributed to a worthy cause--and got their Saturday morning exercise in, in a fun, meaningful way! (Demetri Liontos)
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MEMBERS’ CORNER
Season Blast off Ride– led by Linda Tharp
May 16, 2015
Oak Hill Loop Winery Tour– led by
Dale Champion
May 23, 2015
“Great wine, beautiful ride, fun
day. Thanks for the Tour, Dale.”
"I have a 2 bike platform rack that fits a 1 ¼ inch receiver.
I also have a 1 ¼ inch hitch and ball (U-Haul) that I can’t
use either Both are in great condition and can be yours for
a nominal sum of $40.00 OBO. If you have a 2" receiver on
your car or SUV, there are available reducers that can convert it to 1 1/4. Call Brian Taggart at 541-525-5444"
Gourmet Coast Hike—Cape Perpetua—May 30, 2015
“Three cheers for Claudia and Demetri! Well done!”
“It was a beautiful day on the coast and the appetizers and
shrimp were delicious as always!” (Gourmet Coast Hike)
Attention skiers and hikers! Mt. Bachelor just announced that they will be hosting a Mountain
Clean Up Day on Saturday, July 11. The details are still being worked out, but in the past they have
supplied people with garbage bags and ferried them to the top via chairlift so they could hike downhill and collect trash. In return, participants will be awarded a free winter lift ticket for use during the
upcoming season. In the past, the mountain has also provided a buffet lunch (hot dogs, beans, coleslaw, soda, etc.) As I receive more information from Mt. Bachelor, I will post it in the newsletter and
also on Yahoo! Groups. Anyone interested in carpooling over for the day?
Tom Arnold Ski Committee co-director
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RECURRING SOCIAL EVENTS
TGIF
Every Friday —An opportunity to meet with friends & make
new ones! 6:00 p.m. until whenever.
Please remember to tip!
June 5
Greek Paradise
65 M. Division
June 12
6th Street Grill
55 W. 6th Street (in bar)
June 19
Planktown
346 Main, Springfield
June 26
Angkor Cafe
1810 Chambers
July 3
Art in the Vineyard—Alton Baker
near the music and wine
July 10
Hilton Garden Inn
3528 Gateway—patio
PINOCHLE
All skill levels welcome to these potluck events. Bring a drink
of your choice & a dish to share. Plan on staying for 3 games,
which take about 40 minutes each. In consideration of those
who are allergic, we ask that you not wear scented products.
Play starts at 6:15 pm, come early enough to eat before
play.
Date:
June 11, 2015 Thursday &
June 24, 2015 Wednesday
Fred Thomas
Clairmont Apts. Clubhouse, 1605 Adkins, Eug
Host:
Place:
(There is no need to sign up for Fred’s games.
Just show up with a potluck & beverage.)
Date:
Host:
Place:
Limit:
RSVP:
July 14, 2015 Tuesday
Kaye Johns
595 River Hills Drive, Springfield
Kaye has room for five table (20 players)
Marguerite King [email protected].
First come, first served. Altair members are given preference.
We ask for a small donation to help offset the hosts’
costs ($1 or $2).
Please RSVP to the host except where noted.
If the host has limited the number of players, there will be waiting list. .
Questions? Contact Marguerite King at 541-554-5514
[email protected].
DROP-IN POOL & TABLE TENNIS
Date:
June 24, 2015
Time:
Place:
6:15 p.m. (or later if you like)
Highland’s Pub
390 East 40th, Eugene
(corner of E. 40th and Donald St.)
Steve Alderson
541 935-4289
Erich Kaufman
541-556-4211
(Special: 4th Wed free pool & table tennis)
Contact:
MOVIE NIGHTS
Monday night movies will be announced via Altair
Yahoo email group.
Contact:
DROP-IN VOLLEYBALL
Mike Burns
541-632-2098
DROP-IN CRIBBAGE & RUMMIKUB
(The FIRST SUNDAY of each month)
Date:
Time:
Place:
Contact:
Every Tuesday (weather permitting)
6:00 pm—7:30 pm (or so)
then we go for food & drinks after
Alton Baker Park (near shelters)
(the park is at the north end of the
Ferry Street Bridge)
Erich Kaufman
541-484-4211
Steve Alderson
541-935-4289
We play for FUN! We don’t keep score; we use the softest ball so it won’t hurt your hands. We go for food and
drinks following the “games.”
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Beginners are welcome. Just drop in, no limit on players,
nothing to bring —other than your enthusiasm and a cribbage board & Rummikub game if you have them.
Nice & Easy & Fun!
Date:
Time:
Place:
Contact:
Sunday, June 7, 2015
5:30 p.m.to get a bite to eat &
6:00- 6:30p.m. games start
The City Lounge (next to Kowloon’s)
2222 Martin Luther King Blvd., Eugene
Roberta Fairchild
541-746-0204
SOCIAL EVENTS
BEER & BOAR PAIRING
Date:
Time:
Place:
Cost:
June 7, 2015
6:30 p.m.
Filling Station, 2747 River Road
$30.00 per members
$35.00 per non-members
Members Only until after first signups
May 13, 2015—June 2, 2015
Dinner & Beer
25 maximum
20 minimum
No refunds after June 1, 2015
Helen Martz
541-345-6229
Claudia Liontos
541-915-6728
Signups:
Includes:
Limit:
Cancel:
Leaders:
LEARN THE CARD GAME CALLED SAMBA
Dates:
Time:
Place:
Cost”
Signups:
Bring:
Limit:
Leader:
June 18, July 9, July 16, & August 13
6:15—promptly
1283 Little John Lane, Eugene
no charge to get this started
June 10th—15th
BYOB, snacks provided the 1st time
12 MEMBERS only
Rita Lombard 541-556-5656
[email protected]
(see flyer on page # 18)
(see flyer in May newsletter on page #18)
EUGENE BREW PUB TOUR
Date:
Time:
Place:
Cost:
EOLA HILLS BRUNCH & WINE
Date:
Time:
Place:
Cost:
Signups:
Includes:
Limit:
Cancel:
Leaders:
June 21, 2015
8:45 am—3:30 p.m.
Catch bus at Shopko to head
To Eola Hills Winery
$65.00 per members
April & May General Meetings
Bus, Brunch, 2 glasses of wine
20 minimum
$25 non-refundable fee
No refunds after May 17th
Fred Thomas
541-683-1593
Diane Kaufman
541-484-4365
(see flyer in May newsletter on page #20)
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No host:
Signups:
Includes:
Limit:
Cancel:
Leaders:
June 21, 2015
3:45 p.m.—6:30 p.m.
Inn at the 5th
$25.00 per members
$30 00 per non-member
Dinner at Steelhead (no host)
June General Meeting
Pub cycle, driver, 5 pub hops
14 maximum
No refunds unless a waiting list
Annette Tognazzini
541-556-8009
Linda Tharp
541-741-2634
(see flyer in on page #19)
SOCIAL EVENTS
SPRINGWATER OVERNIGHT BIKE
ADVENTURE
Date:
Time:
Stay:
Includes:
Bring:
No host:
Limit:
Cost:
Signups:
Cancel:
Planning Mtg:
Leaders:
August 8 & 9, 2015
8:30 am leave Eugene (meeting placeTBD)
Hampton Inn, Clackamas
Lodging (2 beds per room), breakfast
Bike, helmet, water, sack lunch (see flyer)
Saturday night dinner — no host
10 minimum—20 maximum
$82.50 members
$93.75 non-members
***If 20 people sign up the prices drop to:
$57.00 members
$65.00 non-members
Begin June meeting
July 8, 2015
July 12th, 5:00 pm— BBQ potluck at Steinbrucks’
Laurie Steinbruck
541-914-3698
Keith Steinbruck
541-913-5026
(see flyer on page #20)
ANNUAL ALTAIR PICNIC
(all participants must be 21 or older)
Date:
Time:
Where:
Cost:
Limit:
Includes:
Bring:
Volunteers:
Signups:
Contacts:
Wednesday, August 12, 2015
(in lieu of the August General Meeting)
6:00 pm social & appetizers
6:30 pm chicken & potluck dishes served
Alton Baker Park (Shelters I & II)
Free to members and their guests
No limit
Chicken
Plates, utensils & cups
Games: volley ball, bocce ball, & more
Beverage of choice (NO glass containers)
Potluck dish of one of the following:
Last Name:
A—K: Salad or Side dish
L—Z Appetizer or dessert
NEEDED please see signups at meeting
June & July General Meetings.
Janice Wardan
Galen Howard
541-517-6067
541-914-7626
Please sign you and your guests up (who must be 21 years
of age) to give us a headcount and to comply with the requirement for signed waivers. Thank you!!!!
This is a free event; however, prior registration is required.
(see flyer on page #21)
TRIPS
Lake Billy Chinook 2015
Date:
Place:
Cost:
Includes:
Limit:
Cancel:
Sign-up:
Leaders:
June 29-July 2, 2015
Houseboat on Lake Billy Chinook
$408—$425 Members Only
Luxury houseboat, fuel, primary meals,
Water toys, hot tub, slide, BBQ)
18 people, with waiting list
only with replacement,
April 8 to June 28, 2015
Jack Brandon
Nancy Gripp
541-953-7700
541-968-2835
There are a few spots left on this houseboat trip… What a great opportunity!!!!!
See Jack & Nancy at the General Meeting on June 10th —— or call them now!!
Remember first come, first served…….
Hurry, hurry, hurry!!!!!!!
(see flyer in April newsletter on page #15)
FRENCH GLEN 2015
Date:
Place:
Cost:
Includes:
Limit:
Cancel:
Sign-up:
Leaders:
September 11-14, 2015
French Glen—Eastern Oregon
$280—$390 Members
$330—$440 Non-Members
3 night’s lodging & meals
And a birding adventure
24 people
July 30, 2015
($50 nonrefundable fee at any time)
March 11th (Members only in March)
Non-members can sign-up at April mtg.
Diane Kaufman
541-484-4365
Erich Kaufman
(see flyer in March newsletter on page #16)
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GOLF—SPORTS
GOLFING:
Director:
Carroll Oakley
541-556-2194
Check the Altair yahoo email site for additional golf events and updates.
TOURNAMENTS:
*pending Board approval
DATE
(* pending Board
approval)
GOLF EVENT/LOCATION
6/13/15
Guys and Dolls
Oakway Golf Course
Nine and Dine
McKenzie River G.C.
Diamond Woods G.C.
7/10/15
7/26/15
TIME
10:00 am
8/9/15
Al Williams Tokatee Classic
Tokatee G.C.
9/13/15
Last Shot Scramble
Middlefield G.C.
12:00 meet
1:00 tee time
10:00 am
Shot Gun
9:06 am
FORMAT
Alternate stroke
scramble
mixed scramble
mixed scramble
mixed scramble
12:30 noon
mixed scramble
TIME
FORMAT
CONTACT
PHONE
Donna &Gordon
Waske
Susan & Sandy
Sandhorst
Mike Burns
Carroll Oakley
Jan Ries,
Don Tucker &
Sue Jenkins
Pam & Bill Hirsh
541-689-1895
CONTACT
PHONE
541-521-7394
541-632-2098
541-556-2194
541-521-4428
541-513-0777
541-345-8374
541-345-5822
SHOW & GO GOLF:
DATE:
GOLF EVENT/LOCATION
Check newsletter, website, and yahoo
email for updates as several events are in
the planning stages.
DROP-IN GOLF (9 HOLES)
DATE:
GOLF EVENT/
LOCATION
Sutton Ridge at
Every
Thursday River Ridge Golf Course
Every Thursday (weather permitting) begins May 7, 2015
TIME
COST
CONTACT
PHONE
4:30 meet
1st tee time 4:45 pm
$12.00 for
ALTAIR MEMBERS
Carroll Oakley
541-556-2194
3800 Delta Highway
After drop-in golf we meet for a no-host dinner at BJ’s Restaurant to eat, drink and brag about our best golf shots of
the evening and to enjoy each other’s company.
BEGINNING ALTAIR GOLFERS ARE VERY WELCOME!!!
GUYS & DOLLS GOLF TOURNAMENT
Place:
Date:
Time:
Costs:
Oakway Golf Course
Saturday, June 13 2015
10:00 am
$7 members; $10 non-members
No refunds
Green Fees:
$20 paid at clubhouse
Awards Lunch: Papa’s Pizza Coburg Road. (no host)
Limit:
Maximum 24 golfers; minimum 16
Sign-ups:
Begin April General Meeting
Contacts:
Donna & Gordon Waske
541-689-1895
(see flyer in April newsletter on page #16)
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WAIVERS
Please remember that all members and guests MUST sign the Altair Day Trip/Event Sign-up and
Waiver for any Altair activities/events/trips.
GOLF—SPORTS
NINE & DINE GOLF AND POTLUCK
GUYS & DOLLS GOLF TOURNAMENT
Place:
Date:
Time:
Costs:
Oakway Golf Course
Saturday, June 13 2015
10:00 am
$7 members; $10 non-members
No refunds
Green Fees:
$20 paid at clubhouse
Awards Lunch: Papa’s Pizza Coburg Road. (no
host)
Limit:
Maximum 24 golfers; minimum 16
Sign-ups:
Begin April General Meeting
Contacts:
Donna & Gordon Waske
541-689-1895
(see flyer in April newsletter on page #16)
Place:
Date:
Time:
McKenzie River Golf Course, Springfield
Friday July 10, 2015
Noon (pre-golf snacks),
1:00 tee time
Costs:
$22 members $24 non-members
(carts not included)
Includes:
Greens fees, BBQ sandwiches, baked
beans & table service
Potluck:
Hugh Hughes home,
41780 Madrone Lane,, Spfld
541-896-9003
(Parking: old golf course across street
from Hugh’s house)
Bring:
Potluck dish, your own beverage & chair
Limit:
24 golfers
Cancellation: July 7, 2015 (no refunds after July 7)
Sign-ups:
June General Meeting
Contacts:
Susan Sandhorst
541-521-7394
Sandy Sandhorst
541-556-1350
(see flyer on page #22)
DIAMOND WOODS GOLF TOURNAMENT
Place:
Diamond Woods Golf Course
Monroe, OR
Date:
Sunday, July 26, 2015
Time:
10:00 am shotgun start
Arrive no later than 9:30 to pay fees
Costs:
$19 members $22 non-members
($10 non-refundable)
Green Fees:
$40
$15 carts (required)
Awards Lunch: Diamond Woods’ covered Pavilion
Includes:
Lunch, dessert, gratuity, snacks, prizes
Limit:
32 golfers (20 minimum)
Cancellation: July 22, 2015 (July Meeting)
Sign-ups:
Begin June General Meeting
Hosted by:
Carroll Oakley 541-556-2194
Mike Burns
541-632-2098
(see flyer on page #23)
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GOLF—SPORTS
AL WILLIAMS TOKATEE CLASSIC
Place:
Date:
Time:
Tokatee Golf Course, Blue River
Saturday, August 9, 2015
9:06 am starting tee time
(arrive no later than 8:30 am to pay fees)
Costs:
$13 members $18 non-members
Green Fees:
$45
$15 cart per person
Awards Lunch: Carol Kelsch’ house—downriver
Bring:
Your choice of BBQ, side dish, BYOB
Limit:
32 golfers
Cancellation: August 1, 2015
Sign-ups:
Begin June General Meeting
Contacts:
Jan Ries,
541-747-6142
Don Tucker
541-513-0777
Sue Jenkins
541-345-8374
(see flyer on page #24)
LAST SHOT SCRAMBLE
Place:
Middlefield Golf Course
Cottage Grove
Date:
Sunday, September 13, 2015
Time:
12:30 pm start time
Arrive no later than 12:00 to pay fees
Costs:
$19 members $22 non-members
Green Fees:
$25
Carts: $10 per person
You can walk the course
Awards Lunch: TBD Mexican Restaurant in Cottage Grove
Limit:
28-32 golfers
Cancellation: August 28, 2015
Sign-ups:
begin June 10th General Meeting
Contacts:
Pam & Bill Hirsh
541-345-5822
[email protected]
[email protected]
(see flyer on page # 25)
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BIKING—SPORTS
BIKING:
Co-Directors: Linda Tharp
541 741-2634
Annette Tognazzini 541-556-8009
IMPORTANT BASICS: Please always RSVP to ride leaders except for show and go rides. Rides maybe cancelled due to
weather, or changes made to meeting times/locations. Check the Yahoo Email Group for last-minute updates.
Bring: HELMETS ARE REQUIRED on all Altair rides, water, snacks, sunscreen, a spare tire and pump may be handy.
Length: Based on roundrip
Easy:
Flat or almost flat
Moderate:
Some general rolling hills
Difficult:
Some steep hills
BIKING CALENDAR
DATE:
BIKE (mileage & level)
TIIME
MEET AT
CONTACT
PHONE
Saturday
June 6
Deerhorn Road Ride & Lunch
12 miles/easy
10:00am
42071 Deerhorn Rd
Springfield
Rolf & Anita
541-896-3736
Sunday
June 21
Pacific Pub Cycle Tour
Dinner @ Steelhead2 miles
4:00pm
5th Street Market
Annette Tognazzini
541-556-8009
Saturday
June 27
Row River Trail
34 miles/easy
10:00am
Walmart- 901 Row River Rd.
Cottage Grove
Ted Merydith
541-521-5790
Saturday
July 4
Fern Ridge Firecracker Ride
15 miles easy
BBQ Swim & Fireworks
2:00pm
Silvia Breeden
86827 McMorott Ln.
Eugene
Sylvia Breeden
541-953-9968
Saturday
July 11
Aufderheide Ride
40 miles/difficult
9:30am
Shell Station
86623 Franklin Blvd.
Bob Thomas
541-935-9559
Sunday
July 12
Cottage Grove Lake
20 miles/easy
10:00am
Latham School-32112
Latham Rd.Cottage Grove
Linda Tharp
541-741-2634
Sunday
July 19
Linn County Covered Bridge
Ride 30 miles/mod.
9:00am
TBA
Sylvia Breeden
541-953-9968
Saturday
July 25
Peoria Bakery/Powerline Ride
25 miles/moderate
9:30am
Life Bible Church-21211
Coburg Rd.Harrisburg
Caryl Smartt
541-520-9515
Saturdayugust 1
Walterville Ride to Aunt Ding’s
20 miles/easy
9:00am
Yolanda School-2350
Yolanda St.Springfield
Rolf Lang
Keith Steinbruck
541-896-3736
541-914-3698
Sat. & Sun.
August 8-9
Springwater Overnight Adventure-16 miles/easy
11:00am
Hampton Inn-9040 SE Adams St.Clackamas
Laurie & Keith
Steinbruck
541-914-3698
Sunday
August 9
Providence Bridge Pedal
Portland (organized)
Register online:
www.bridgepedal.com
Linda Tharp
541-741-2634
Sunday
August 16
River Loop Ride & Luau
8 miles/easy
1168 Risden Pl.
Annette Tognazzini
541-556-8009
Sunday
August 23
Row River Ride & Tuscan Din- 10:00am
ner 32 miles/easy
Walmart—901 Row River
Rd.Cottage Grove
Larry See
541-510-3846
Sunday
August 30
Hill Road Pancake Ride
18 miles/moderate
9:30am
3424 Ambleside
Springfield
Dyan & Dennis
Carney
541-914-0286
Saturday
Sept. 12
Clearwater Trail & Planktown
Brewery-12 miles/moderate
3:00pm
Island Park
Springfield
Tom Arnold
541-729-2251
Saturday
Sept. 19
Siuslaw Falls Ride
29 miles/easy
10:00am
Lorane Store
80301 Territorial Hwy
Erich Kaufman
541-556-4211
Saturday
October 3
Fern Ridge Ride & BBQ Potluck—-BYOB & dish
10:00am
1890 Taylor St.
Eugene
Demetri Liontos
541-345-0207
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2:00pm
HIKING/WALKING—SPORTS
Co-Directors:
Gregg Fuller
541-520-6809
&
Walt Jacobson
Marian West
Stephen McCaffrey 541-954-2537
541-343-7893 (River/Bike Trail Walks)
541-746-6263 (Town Hikes)
IMPORTANT!! RSVP THE HIKE LEADER to indicate your interest and find out more details.
Be prepared to share in the cost of carpooling; Hiking lengths are round trip. Wear appropriate walking
shoes or hiking boots, and bring water. Trekking poles or hiking sticks may be helpful for uneven terrain.
Note: Please respect those who are sensitive to fragrances by not wearing scented products on hikes.
The addresses for the most common meeting locations (for carpooling) are as follows:
Jerry’s
Albertson’s
Shell Station
Shari’s
Target
Berg’s Ski
Hwy 99 Eugene (under the hammer nearest Hwy 99)
58th and Main Springfield- (east side of lot)
Shell Station 86611 Franklin Blvd off I-5 exit @ 30th St (instead of LCC Parking lot)
Beltline Hwy, Springfield (Gateway area)
4575 W.11th and Beltline, Eugene (meet in parking lot near W.11th Ave)
367 W. 13th, Eugene,
Hikes may be cancelled due to weather, or changes made to meeting times.
The meeting locations will be identified in the newsletter, the calendar, and
CHANGES WILL BE on the ALTAIR YAHOO! GROUP EMAIL site.
RECURRING IN TOWN HIKES AND WALKS:
Summer schedule starts (Walks begin at 9:00 a m): June 1
Fall/winter schedule starts (Walks begin at 10:00 a m): October 1
DATE:
HIKE (mileage & level)
TIME
MEET AT
CONTACT
PHONE
Every Weds.
& Friday
City streets 5.5 miles or 3.5 miles , UO campus,
gentle uphill Hendricks Park. Meet back at
Brails' Espresso for coffee afterwards
9:00 am
Brails' Espresso
17th & Willamette
Marian West
541-746-6263
9:00 am
Café Aroma-VRC
Walt Jacobsen
541-343-7893
9:00 am
(walk)
Brails' Espresso
17th & Willamette
Marian West
541-746-6263
11:30 pm
Lunch
Every Saturday River Bike Trails/ Skinners Butte
THIRD Weds.
of each month
After the regular Wednesday walk, meet for
lunch at the following: (PLEASE RSVP)
Weds.
May 20th
Tacovore
530 Blair Street, Eugene, OR 97402
For this lunch, you must call Marion
West & RSVP before. 541-746-6263
WAIVERS
Please remember that all members and guests MUST sign the Altair Day Trip/Event Sign-up and Waiver for
any Altair activities/events/trips.
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HIKING/WALKING—SPORTS
(continued)
HIKING CALENDAR
DATE:
June 7 Sun
HIKE (mileage & level)
TIME
MEET AT ***
CONTACT
Salmon Lake/Salmon Creek Falls- 8:30 am
Shell/ 30th
Dan Gerg
3 miles in/out (6 round trip) 500 ft Return approx. (recommend carpool conelevation EASY/Moderate
5:00 p.m.
tribution of $12 –120
miles rt)
Amazon headwaters/ 4 miles, easy 1:00pm
Martin/W Amazon
Carol Ipsen
PHONE
541-485-4464
Tahkenitch Dunes easy/moderate 9:00am
Target-4575 W 11th
Demetri Liontos
541-345-0207
Albertson’s Thurston
Gregg Fuller
541-520-6809
Shell/ 30th
Stephen McCaffrey
541-246-9232
Jerry’s Hwy 99
Carol Ipsen
541-554-5795
Shell/30th
Helen Martz
541-345-6229
Albertson’s Thurston
Joanna Zamora
541-686-6181
Shell/ 30th
Joanna Zamora
541-686-6181
Albertson’s/ Thurston
Gregg Fuller
541-520-6809
Albertson’s- Thurston
Carol Petty
541-935-2088
TBA
Iron Mt- 2 groups; 5.2 mi, moder- 8:30am
ate, 1050 elev gain, 7.8 mi, difficult,1900 elev. gain
Patterson Mt- 4.6 miles, easy, 600’ 9:00 am
elev gain
Yaquina Head Lighthouse, easy
8:30 am
combination hikes
Goodman Creek- 8 miles custom- 9:00am
ized hike, moderate
Metolius- 5.4 loop, easy, 100’ elev 8:30 am
gain
Brice Creek- 4.4 miles, easy,
9:00 am
1000elev gain
Jefferson Park! Gregg’s favorite! 8:00am
11.6 miles, difficult, 1800’ elev
gain
Clear Lake- 5.5 miles, easy, 200’ 8:30 am
elev gain
Tillamook hike
Stephen McCaffrey
541-246-9232
TBA
Pinnacle Falls
Stephen McCaffrey
541-246-9232
TBA
Benson Lake
Gregg Fuller
541-520-6809
TBA
A hike you choose!
Your name here!
June 14 Sun
FLAG DAY!
June 20 Sat
June 28 Sun
July 5 Sun
July 18 Sat
Aug 8 Sat
Aug 15 Sat
Aug 22 Sat
Sept 12 Sat
Oct 17
(**see addresses for meeting
places on previous page)
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541-554-5795
KAYAKING—SPORTS
2015 SPRING & SUMMER KAYAKING ADVENTURES
DATE
KAYAK
LOCATION:
TIME
MEET AT
CONTACT
July 11, 2015
Saturday
Clear Lake
8:30am—5:00
pm
River House Comm. Center Pat Martin
301 N. Adams Street,
Dan Gerg
Eugene
PHONE
541-686-7379
541-485-4464
SUMMER KAYAK ADVENTURES 20145TENMILE
Date:
Place:
Time:
Cost:
Cancel:
Included:
Limit:
Sign-ups:
Bring:
Leaders:
Saturday, July 11, 2015
Clear Lake
Meet at River House Community Center
301 N Adams Street, Eugene
8:30 a.m—5:00 pm
$56 members
$63 non-members *
(*Members Only-unless event not filled)
$10 cancellation fee prior to June 15th. No
refunds after.
Transportation to & from destination,
Kayak, paddles, life jacket & guides.
13 people (minimum of 10)
June 11—July 9, 2014
Food, drink, apparel
Pat Martin
541-686-7379
[email protected]
Dan Gerg
541-485-4464
[email protected]
(see flyer in May newsletter on page # 18)
Please Note: Eugene Parks no longer allows individuals with their own kayaks to accompany the
group. You must be signed in and part of the Altair event to join in.
WANT TO KAYAK, BUT DON’T HAVE A KAYAK?
Altair and the Eugene Parks Outdoor Program can help. Eugene Parks will provide the kayaks, paddles, and life
jackets. They also provide expert nature guides and instructions on paddling basics (if needed). The transportation to and from the destination is also included in their vans.
You will sign up and pay your fee at an Altair General meeting. Then on the day of the kayak event, everyone will
meet at River House Community Center, 301 N. Adams Street, Eugene and the folks at Eugene Parks Outdoor
Program will take care of you.
You only need to bring food for lunch, water or beverages, and your appropriate apparel.
It can’t get much easier than that. And you will enjoy a great outing with your Altair friends.
(If you take a water proof camera, you can capture some photos to share in the Altair newsletter and on the Altair
Yahoo email group.)
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NorthWest Ski Club Council and
Far West Ski Association Trips and Events
September 26-October 3 2015 Bonaire Dive Trip
See information at: http://www.fwsa.org/Travel/Dive/dive.html
Contact: Randy Lew 530-304-0802
January 30-February 6, 2016 Telluride Ski Resort
$100 deposits are now being accepted for this trip. NWSCC will have two nice choices
for lodging, both ski in/ski out: condos at Bear Creek Lodge or hotel rooms at The
Peaks Resort. The package price for the hotel will be $1,430 pp/do; for 2 bedroom
condos the price will be $1,330 pp/do; and for either 3 or 4 bedroom condos the price
will be $1,200. These prices are for land only (no air or transfers), include 7 nights’
lodging, Welcome Party, Pub Crawl, Council Night Dinner, Mountain Picnic (not accessible to non-skiers, due to location), Après Ski Party, Races, a Banquet with Dancing,
and 6 of 7 day Lift Ticket (No Senior discount). For further info Barbara Bousum
[email protected] or 503-224-3584 OR Chris Ciardi at [email protected] or
503-297-5351.
5 days TBA between March 19 and April 10, 2016
Far West Mini Ski Week 2016 Crested Butte Mountain Resort
More information to come, reserve these dates if interested.
Announcing new trips, details to follow:
Far West International Trip 2016: Cortina Italy
Far West International Trip 2017 Austria
Contact: Debbie Stewart, VP International Travel at [email protected]
For more community and the most current NWSCC / FWSA updates and a calendar of
the events, log into the Facebook page for “Winter Sports Enthusiasts Altair Ski and
Sports Club” and join the group at: https://www.facebook.com/groups/94135192565/
Becki and Rod Robinson NWSCC Co-Representatives for Eugene and Altair Ski and
Sports Club
Attention skiers and hikers! Mt. Bachelor just announced that they will be hosting a Mountain
Clean Up Day on Satu3rday, July 11. (see Page #5 for details)
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LEARN THE CARD GAME CALLED “SAMBA”
Club Hostess:
Rita Lombard….541-556-5656
[email protected]
PLACE:
1283 Little John Lane, Eugene
TIME:
6:15 Starts on Time, be Punctual
BRING:
BYOB, Snacks provided first time
LIMIT:
LIMITED TO 12 MEMBERS ONLY.....3 Tables
SIGNUPS:
June 10th, not later than June 15th
FIRST 4 GAMES:
June 18, July 9, July 16 & August 13
More later if enough interest.
MORE INFO:
Even numbers with 4 at each table. I will
Teach the first two times (June 18 & July 9),
So best if you can attend both times. If you
Have played Canasta or other Card games, you’ll catch
on quickly. FUN, FUN FUN !!!
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EUGENE BREW PUB TOUR
Sunday, June 21st, 4:00-6:30pm, starting at the 5th Street Market
We will meet the pub cycle and driver at 3:45pm at the Inn at the 5th. From
there, we will be pedaling to the following Eugene pubs:
·
·
·
·
·
·
Ninkasi Brewing
Oakshire Brewing
Hop Valley Brewing
Tap & Growler
Territorial Wine Company
Steelhead Brewery- group dinner after the tour (for purchase)
Music and snacks are allowed on board the pub cycle, but no alcohol
(there will be plenty along the tour!) Waivers are required by the company
and will be provided. If you would like to wear a helmet, bring your own.
The tour lasts until 6:30pm, and after the tour, we will have dinner at the
Steelhead Brewery. Cost for the tour is $25 for members, $30 for nonmembers (drinks and tip for the “driver” not included) There are only 14
seats available (2 are non-pedaling), so be sure to sign up at the June
meeting! If you need to cancel, you should find someone to fill your seat.
Questions? Contact trip captain Annette T: 541-556-8009, [email protected] or co-captain Linda Tharp: 541-741-2634,
[email protected]
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SPRINGWATER OVERNIGHT BIKE ADVENTURE
SATURDAY, AUGUST 8, TO SUNDAY, AUGUST 9, 2015
Grab your bike, helmet and join your friends on the scenic Springwater corridor bike path. We
will stay at the Hampton Inn in Clackamas Saturday night with breakfast included.
Riders will ride the path in different directions each day. Ride is west towards Sellwood
approx 18 miles round trip on Saturday. Bring a sack lunch. Ride is east, approx 24 miles
round trip towards Boring( Portland Bridge ride is also a possibility for Sunday) The path
runs from Sellwood to Boring.
Saturday night dinner will be an additional charge at a local restaurant. Leave Eugene 8:30
am Saturday morning. Meeting place will be announced at planning meeting.
Cost is $82.50. night per person( 2 beds per hotel room) with breakfast included for members
$93.75 guest per night. If 20 people sign up price drops to $57.00 ea/member. 65$ guest.
\
Min 10 people, Max 20 people
Cancellation Date:
‘
Planning meeting:
July 8, 2015
Bring:
Bike, Helmet, sack lunch for Saturday, can purchase lunch on
Sunday, snacks, bathing suit, water bottles, spare tube,
Trip Captains:
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Sunday, July 12, Barbecue pot luck at The Steinbrucks’ house
5 pm
Laurie Steinbruck 541-914-3698
Keith Steinbruck 541-913-5026
ANNUAL ALTAIR PICNIC
(participants must be 21)
DATE:
Wednesday, August 12, 2015
(in place of the August General Meeting)
TIME:
6:00 p.m. social and appetizers
6:30 p.m. chicken and potlucks will be served
WHERE:
Alton Baker Park (both shelters I & II)
INCLUDES:
-Chicken
-Yard Games: volleyball, bocce ball, etc. (FUN, FUN, FUN!!!)
-Plates, utensils, & cups
-Recycle bins to help Keep America Beautiful. (If you wish to bring your own
plates, cups & utensils, you may. Otherwise, we will have enough for everyone.)
BRING:
Beverage of choice
(NO GLASS BOTTLES, please)
Folding chair
Flashlight
One of the following: (By Last Name)
A through K
Appetizer or dessert
L through Z
Salad or side dish
PARKING:
Park only in paved area. No parking on grass without a permit.
VOLUNTEERS CAN SIGN UP FOR: (signups at the general meetings)
Setup
Cut-up cooked chicken preparation
Game coordinators
Chicken servers or
Cleanup
CONTACTS:
Janice Wardan
Galen Howard
541-517-6067
[email protected]
541-914-7626
[email protected]
PLEASE SIGN YOU & YOUR GUESTS UP (who must be 21 years of age) TO GIVE US A
HEADCOUNT AND TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENT FOR SIGNED WAIVERS.
THANK YOU!!
THIS IS A FREE EVENT; HOWEVER, PRIOR REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED.
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NINE AND DINE GOLF & POTLUCK
FRIDAY, JULY 10th 2015 at 12 NOON
The fun starts at Noon at the home of Hugh Hughes, 41780 Madrone Lane, Springfield – across from
McKenzie River Golf Course. We will meet at Hugh’s home and have pre-golf snacks, walk to the clubhouse
and have a short putting practice before we tee off at 1:00. The format is a scramble, so please note that we encourage novice golfers to join in the fun. After we finish 9 holes we will cheer for everyone else coming in,
then we’ll walk back to Hugh’s for a delicious potluck dinner.
WHAT TO BRING: GOLF CLUBS!
Salad or side dish or dessert
Your own beverages (iced coolers will be provided)
Your chairs!!!
COST:
$22.00 members/$24.00 guests (carts not included)
PROVIDED:
Green fees are included, Snacks, BBQ pork sandwiches, baked beans, table service
LIMIT:
Maximum of 24
PARKING:
Available at the old golf course and across the street from Hugh’s home
CANCELLATION DATE: July 7, 2015 (no refunds after July 7)
SIGNUPS:
June General meeting
Co-Captains:
Susan Sandhorst
Sandy Sandhorst
541-521-7394
541-556-1350
***If you need to contact us at Hugh Hughes house please call 541-896-9003
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DIAMOND WOODS GOLF TOURNAMENT
Sunday, July 26th, 2015
10:00 am shotgun start
(Please arrive no later than 9:30 am to pay green and cart fees)
Format:
4 person best ball scramble for 32 players
Cost:
$19.00 Members $22.00 Non-Members
(10.00 non-refundable)
Green Fees: $40.00 payable to Diamond Woods Golf Course
Carts: $15.00 (carts required for tournament)
Lunch:
Includes lunch, dessert, snacks, and water. Beer must be
purchased at Diamond Woods. You can bring your own
wine for them to un-cork.
Cancellation Date: July 22, 2015
Hosted by:
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Carroll Oakley
541-556-2194
[email protected]
Michael Burns
541-632-2098
[email protected]
The Al Williams’ Tokatee Classic
Sunday, August 9, 2015
Tokatee Golf Course
This annual tournament will be held at Tokatee Golf Course and is open to all skill levels.
It will be a scramble format. We currently have 7 tee times with the possibility to add an 8 th tee
time, if necessary. Signups will begin at the June General Meeting.
FORMAT:
4 person best ball scramble (with a waiting list)
TEE TIMES:
1st tee time is at 9:06 a.m.
(Please arrive no later than 8:30a.m. to pay green and cart fees.)
COST:
$13.00 for members & $18.00 for non-members
No refunds after August 1.
Fees payable at the course:
$45.00 green fee for 18 holes
$30 for electric golf cart/$15 per rider
AWARD DINNER/LUNCH: Carol Kelsch has graciously offered to host a BBQ potluck at her
house, 3 miles downriver from Tokatee, once we all finish golfing. You need to bring what you
would like to BBQ, a side dish (appetizer, salad, vegetable, etc) to share, and your beverage of
choice. We will have some coolers with ice at the course to put your food/drink in, if you don't
have a cooler for all of it. It's also possible to drop your stuff off at her house before getting to the
golf course.
CANCELLATION DATE:
August 1, 2015
CONTACT:
Jan Ries
Don Tucker
Sue Jenkins
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541-747-6142
541-513-0777
541-345-8374
LAST SHOT SCRAMBLE
Sunday September 13, 2015
Middlefield Golf Course-Cottage Grove
12:30pm Start Time
Altair’s final golf tournament for 2015…. So give it “One Last Shot”
Format:
4 person Scramble
Tee Time:
12:30pm - Sunday - September 13th
Cost:
$19.00 Members and $22.00 Guests
Green Fees:
$25.00 payable at the course
$20.00 – per Cart (can be split with two riders)
After Golf:
TBD Mexican Restaurant in Cottage Grove
Cost includes:
Dinner and Prizes!!
Day of Golf:
You pay for green fees, cart, and beverages @ dinner.
Cancellation Date:
August 28th
Sign-Ups Begin:
June 10th @ General Meeting
Limit:
28 Golfers (possibly 32, depends on sign-ups)
Co-Captains:
Pam & Bill Hirsh
Ph# 345-5822
[email protected] or [email protected]
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