As a club I think it is nice that we look out for each other in many ways. Most of us know about the finantial drain when a member of the
family can't work let alone needing continual medical treatment.
Anyone who has been around this great club for more than a year or so would have most likely come in contact with Ted Hemmingway and the man love he spreads, not only is he one of the finest human beings you could come in contact with but for most of us we have the privilege of calling him a mate.
Gary Clarke and I had a chat today and have decided that we would like to put a ride on in Teds honor and in the mean time raise
some cash to assist Ted and Helen with his recovery from his recent bought of Jack the Dancer. We will take donations of just about any kind from Cash to goods donations that can be used for raffle prizes etc. The ride details are as follows-
The ride for Ted will be held on Saturday the 20/2/2016 at Neerim South, the main ride will be a Level 1 slash 2 ride and will be adjusted
according to the riders capabilities. If their is enough interest in attending we will also run a Level 2 plus loop at the same time as per how Flipper has been running his loop. The Level 1 slash 2 ride will be open type terrain like Darren has been using for his loops around Neerim, some of it may be challenging if you have never ridden in the bush before but of you have done 1 or 2 Phil rides it will be a breaze.
We will meet around 8am for an on the bikes for 9am returning to the carpark around 12.30 ish for a Barby and raffle draw then back out for another loop around 2 ish returning around 5 ish. A full tank of fuel will be required for each loop so bring your spare fuel to top up your tank. When replying to this post please indicate which level ride you wish to attend, bearing in mind if you want a good easy day go L1 / L2 loop but if you want a great day with some challenges go the L2 plus loop, bearing in mind you can swap at lunchtime or do a Billy Toan and do a 1/2 day ride , its what ever suits you best type of day.
Flipper has agreed to lead a Level 2 plus loop so get your name down quick for this as I'm sure he may want to cap the numbers he takes out.
There is no charge to enter the ride and no requirement to make donations or buy raffle tickets, but please remember what this day is all about, so if you can open your wallet even if it is just to let one moth out it will be great appreciated. If you cant make the ride and you wish to donate, cash can be deposited straight into the club bank account or passed onto someone who is coming along, or you can contact myself or Gary Clarke or our club President Mat Richmond to make other arrangements etc.
We are also looking for some members to assist with the running of day, we need a couple of people to cook the barby, look after the raffle and ride attendees draw etc. But if most of us could just keep an eye out for any sponsors of goods that would be awesome too.
Thank you everyone for reading and considering and please dig as deep as you can, I'm sure every penny will count and help, regards Will.
P.S. Please insure that all goods are suitable for use and if second hand in good usable condition. Please no SEX Toys
but Alcohol is OK.
Equipment required to be either donated or borrowed for the day
Quick shade x 2
1/ Nathan Stott
2/ Seano
Eskys Johnny and Bob, Gary Clarke
2 x Tables, Gary Clarke
Barby's and gas bottle's x 2
1/ Gary Clarke
2/ Mark Clark
Raffle tickets, Ken R
Hand wash or sanitizer, Ken R
Gloves for food preparation, Ken R
Bucket to draw the raffle out off, Ken R
Paper towel and or napkins, Ken R
Donations
Barby supplies, Sausages, bread, tea coffee, soft drinks, sauces etc
Asterix Knee braces 2nd hand
3 sets of goggles
A bottle of Wolf Yellow Label Merlot.
A bottle of Penfolds Cabernet Shiraz bin 389.
A bottle of Yarra Velley Gulf Station Cabernet Sauvignon.
A bottle of 2000 Brokenwood Shiraz.
Helpers
Gary Clarke 0402130135
Will Munro 0477690699
Sandra AKA Bob, Sargent at arms, donation extractor extraordinaire, fine giverer, Look out folks she will fine you for just being nice so best you be on your worse behavior and make everyone count.
Flipper, Level 2+ loop Ride leader
Pommy Mat
Johnny De'Goey, My Kitchen Rules Extraordinaire, Chef and chief barby takacarer
Bill Toan, General hand.
Level 1 / Level 2 Ride attendees
1, Pommy Mat
2, Sandra D AKA Bob. Sargent at Arms..........
3, Ken R Arvo ride
4, Bill Toan Arvo ride
Level 2 plus Ride attendees
Ride leader: Peter Dunlop { AKA. Flipper}
Tailperson: Al Mason
1, Gary Clarke
2, Frankie Boy
3, Ken R Morning arvo
4, Seano
5, Nathan Stott
6, Mark Clark
7, Alex Peacock