Trillium Trails
Editor: Bev Dudley The Official Publication of the
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Chapter of Winnebago/Itasca Travelers (WIT)
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Trillium Trails
Editor: Bev Dudley The Official Publication of the
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Chapter of Winnebago/Itasca Travelers (WIT)
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Having been to Ottawa
numerous times on business, but never as a tourist, I was pleasantly surprised
by the city. It is interesting, reasonably clean, and has a lot of park space
and bike and walking trails throughout.
Marlene was out in Saskatchewan so I was on my
own, which was OK as I could act up a bit without being pulled back into line.
You know, when the cats away.....! Those of you unable to attend did miss a
good one.
Let's hope more of you can attend the June
outing (late but not forgotten). It has also been designated as our "Buddy
Rally", so if you have someone in mind let the wagon master know.
This year is also the 50th anniversary of
Winnebago, and the 15th birthday of OTT, so if you plan to attend GNR this
year, please let me know.
Keep
your tires inflated and your fuel tank full.
Bill
Miles
Cheers!
The June outing is being hosted by your
Executive as the members of Group I were
not able to pull anything together. If
there are any members from Group I who plan to attend and want to give us a
hand it would be greatly appreciated.
Contact either myself or Bruce Binks.
There is a flyer attached with all the details
and a map on the reverse side. Please
don’t feel that you have to be a golfer to enjoy this weekend just because it
is adjacent to the Golf Course. Come
prepared to socialize and relax.
Bev Dudley
Group 2 organized our successful May camp
out. The weather man was not the most
cooperative person. Our original booking
was mudded out because of the heavy snow fall and melting over the winter and
the continuing rainy weather. The
“Richmond Fair Grounds” was a great alternate location. The motor homes were neatly lined up in their
spaces (our parking captain was quite strict). The sites were level and
solid. Although we only had minimal power,
there was only one power outage (quickly fixed) and then the fun began.
Even the cold weather couldn’t keep this bunch
from having a good time. After all, the
best part of going on an outing is meeting new and old friends, catching up on
the goings on and laughter. Because of
the cool to cold weather and frequent sprinkling (maybe a slight down pour or
two) of rain, most of our getting together was done in the hall.
Each morning the hot coffee was ready bright
and early and we were treated to a great buffet: buns, breads, fruit, cheese,
jams, jellies and other spreads. The prep crew went out of their way on the
presentation of the goodies and added different special treats: warm hard boiled eggs or stuffed figs. Nice job, gang. Our Wednesday evening pot luck dinner was a
very successful event. Lots of good
food; somehow we always seem to have a wide variety of tasty treats. The ladies got a very special treat when the
men decided to wash the dishes.
The main planned event was our school bus tour
of Ottawa. It was a quick glimpse of the
sights of the city with an oratory by June and Nick. Unfortunately, we did not have time to stop
and smell the tulips or take pictures.
The first tour of the day was the Parliament Building; it was an interesting
piece of history. Security was a lot of
overkill; with our large group and the soft spoken guide (she was a real
cutie), it was hard to hear all the information; there was also a lot of “hurry
up and wait time”. The tour lasted
longer than planned which put pressure on our tight schedule. Lunch at the Byward
Market was rushed and we had no time to enjoy the area. On the bus again and off to the second tour -
the Mint. The buildings and the
equipment in the Ottawa Mint are the older of the two Canadian Mints. The tour was enjoyed by every one; as a
matter of fact it was voted the tour of choice by the group. The only complaint was that they wouldn’t
give out any samples. Thanks to our
driver the bus was right there when we made the run from the Mint through a
down pour. It was a long, but enjoyable
day. Whoops, it’s not over. We all gathered in the hall again for a
catered Bar-B-Q chicken dinner.
We had a quite a bit of free time to our
selves. Groups of people did what ever
they wanted which ranged from bicycling, walking, talking, laughing, playing
games, ad hoc computer club, touring, golfing, shopping, Kelly’s bar, the
bakery and last but least a very interesting tour of the Diefenbunker Museum in
Carp. During the Cold War, the bunker was
for members of the government and civil servants required to run the country in
the event of nuclear attack wiping out the capital. It has been decommissioned and turned into a
museum and sometimes a movie set.
On Friday evening, 18 of us went out to enjoy
a Steak dinner at the local Legion.
After dinner, the weather cooperated and we enjoyed a real campfire at
long last. The hardest part of a campout
is saying good-bye to fiends. But it is
Saturday morning and that time has come; the sun has come out and coffee and
goodies are being served outside in the fresh air. Our last cup of coffee for this outing. a few
hugs and the hated good-byes. We had a
fun time. Many thanks to Group 2 – your
hard work made the outing a success.
Drive Safe; Drive Smart; Keep Smiling; Hope to
see you soon. Bettyann Jennings
On Saturday. morning, we were invited to be the
audience for the Road Grill Show. It airs on Food Network Canada. A crew of 30,
with Matt Dunigan of CFL fame, as their celebrity chef were soon busy preparing
artichokes, bacon wrapped halibut , spare ribs, and a berry crisp dessert. The
pay-off came in the grand finale, when we dined on generous helpings of
the menu. Some members were stunt crunchers in close-ups enjoying the barbecued
fare. Showing is to be in July. Check www.foodtv.ca
for time. Barb Watkins
08 Don Wilson
10 Ted Van Kesteren
17 Maralyn Moore
20 Anne Sallows
23 Marlene Holman
Hope your day is as
bright as a rainbow.
09
Don & Ann Wilson 52 yrs
16
Gordon & Margaret Quinton 52 yrs
18 Larry & Cathy Massey 4 yrs
28 John & Bev Anger 56
yrs
28 Vic & Edith Naderer 52 yrs
28 Keith & Velma Gee 40
yrs
29 Bernie & Bev Bessette 5 yrs
30 Gerald & Debbie Robitaille 35 yrs
Here’s hoping your
love continues to blossom.
Our condolences to David & Sandy Rung on
the passing of Sandy’s Dad (Harold Karges) on May 19, 2008. He was in his 93rd year, was a
great guy and the time was right for him.
Our thoughts and prayers are with Sandy and her family during their time
of sorrow.
June 19 – 21, 2008 (Thursday through Sunday) Camping on the Green at Science Hill Country Club,
St. Mary’s. 30 amp electric, water and
sewer on all sites. $30.00 per night.
See attached flyer.
July 20 – 25, 2008 GNR – Forest City, Iowa Contact Bill Miles if you are planning to
attend.
Aug 12 – 14, 2008 (Tuesday through Friday Morning) Flamboro
Valley Resort. New group area with pull
through sites. 30 amp electric, water
and sewer. If you plan to arrive early
or stay late, you must make your own arrangements with the park.
Sept 18 – 21, 2008 (Thursday through Sunday)
Woodland Park, Sauble Beach with full hookups at $31.00 per night. Use of the hall is included. Ed & Marjorie Holborn are Wagon Masters.
Oct 16 – 19, 2008 (Thursday
through Sunday) Christmas at Galvin Bay Resort.
This outing is for members only.
Cost per night will be $20.00 whether you belong to Coast to Coast or
not.
Can you solve the mystery of the missing flags
and tarps? There aren’t any outdoor
pictures from the Christmas outing to verify if they were used there. If you know the answer please let Bill Miles
know.
Our Web Site is fully functional now with
thanks to Sandy Rung. Once again she
came to my rescue and fixed the broken links.
The Web Site is up to date and is checked on weekly so please use our
site. If you have any information you
would like posted send it on to me at: mrd91@mnsi.net
We are very fortunate that we have sponsors who finance our site so
please, when you can, support them.
To everyone for your cards and good
wishes. Old bones don’t heal very
quickly and the Doc said it would be four months before I was mended. As usual, I didn’t listen and thought I would
be up and running by now. I am up and
walking with a walker though and adding more weight each week. We
will be out in June.
Looking forward to seeing everyone. Bev Dudley
Approaching
stopped emergency vehicle
159.1 (1) Upon approaching an emergency
vehicle with its lamp producing intermittent flashes of red light or red and
blue light that is stopped on a highway, the driver of a vehicle travelling on
the same side of the highway shall slow down and proceed with caution, having
due regard for traffic on and the conditions of the highway and the weather, to
ensure that the driver does not collide with the emergency vehicle or endanger
any person outside of the emergency vehicle.
Same
(2) Upon approaching an emergency vehicle with its
lamp producing intermittent flashes of red light that is stopped on a highway
with two or more lanes of traffic on the same side of the highway as the side
on which the emergency vehicle is stopped, the driver of a vehicle travelling
in the same lane that the emergency vehicle is stopped in or in a lane that is
adjacent to the emergency vehicle, in addition to slowing down and proceeding
with caution as required by subsection (1), shall move into another lane if the
movement can be made in safety..
Same
(3) Nothing in subsection (1) or (2) prevents a
driver from stopping his or her vehicle and not passing the stopped emergency
vehicle if stopping can be done in safety and is not otherwise prohibited by
law.
Offence
(4) Every person who contravenes subsection (1) or
(2) is guilty of an offence and on conviction is liable,
(a) for a first offence, to a fine of not less than $400 and not more than
$2,000; and
(b) for each subsequent offence, to a fine of not less than $1,000 and not more
than $4,000 or to imprisonment for a term of not more than six months, or
both..
Time limit for subsequent offence
(5) An offence referred to in subsection (4)
committed more than five years after a previous conviction for an offence
referred to in subsection (4) is not a subsequent offence for the purpose of
clause (4) (b).
A
Sunday school teacher was discussing the Ten Commandments with her five and six
year olds.
After
explaining the commandment to 'honour' thy Father and thy Mother, she asked,
'Is there a commandment that teaches us how to treat our brothers and sisters?'
Without
missing a beat one little boy (the oldest of a family) answered, 'Thou shall
not kill.'
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Group 1 |
Group 2 |
Group 3 |
Group 4 |
Group 5 |
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John & Bev Anger |
Barry & Glennice Barton |
Bruce & Eileen Binks |
Leon & Dorothy Hill |
Paul & Corienne Bart |
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Geo & Carole
Catherwood |
Bob & Marilyn Beardsall |
Ed & Marg Ellis |
Bill & Marlene Holman |
Bob & Bev Dudley |
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Kel & Ingrid Fraser |
Bernie & Bev Bessette |
Norm & Bernice Gale |
Larry & Cathy Massey |
Fred & Bettyann Jennings |
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Keith & Velma Gee |
Nick & June Kaethler |
Ed & Marjorie Holborn |
Bill & Marlene Miles |
Gordon &
Margaret Quinton |
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Jim & Mary Jane Pickersgill |
Tom & Maralyn Moore |
Jim & Fran Keating |
Victor & Edith Naderer |
Wayne & Anne Sallows |
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Nick & Nelly Wouters |
Bob & Jean Muirhead |
David & Sandy Rung |
Gerald & Debbie Robitaille |
Nick & Irene Toldi |
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Stan & Lois Parish |
Clayt & Dorothy Ruppel |
Maurice &
Marilyn Wicks |
Ted & Johanna Van Kesteren |
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Don & Ann Wilson |
Dave & Barb Watkins |
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Bill & Doreen Vaughan/Spadafore |
OTT Executive
Bill & Marlene Miles President (905)
828-6197
Clayton & Dorothy Ruppel Past-President (519) 357-4984
Sandy & David Rung Vice-President (519)
679-4741
Bev and Bob Dudley Secretary (519) 736-2694
Bruce and Eileen Binks Treasurer (519)
426-0960
June 19 – 21, 2008
Science Hill Country Club
R. R. #1, St Marys, ON
30 amp electric, water and
sewer on all sites
$30.00 per night, cash or
credit cards accepted
Join your Executive for a
relaxing weekend
Coffee & Muffins Friday and Sunday morning
Coffee will be served at the
meeting Saturday morning
Pot
Luck Supper Saturday Evening
No Activity Fee
Wood for the Campfire would be
appreciated
Golfers, bring your clubs, just a short walk to Tee Off
Eileen is going to teach the
ladies the art of Spider Weaving
Supplies
required: a washed T-Shirt, 7” or 8” embroidery hoop,
an embroidery
needle (sharp), a blunt fine needle and scissors.
Eileen will supply
the balance of materials required for a loony.
Wagon Master: Bruce & Eileen Binks 519-426-0960 or
Bin892@aol.com deadline to register - by June 12, 2008
For further info check out the
Web Site:
http://www.sciencehillgolf.com/
