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GENERAL MEMBERSHIP MEETING
May 19, 2025
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CALL TO ORDER
Merrill Douglas began the meeting at 7:00 p.m. Cait McConnell, Executive Director of Chemung River Friends, attended.
SECRETARY’S REPORT
The April 28, 2025, meeting minutes were distributed via e-mail to all members. There being no corrections, Helena Garan moved, seconded by Barb Hall, to accept the minutes; the motion carried with all in favor.
TREASURER’S REPORT
The Treasury Report for May 2025 had a beginning balance of $877.95. There was one deposit for memberships, totaling $90.00, and no withdrawals. The ending balance is $967.95. Dave Tanner moved, seconded by Nina Simmonds, to accept the May Treasury Report; the motion carried with all in favor.
MEMBERSHIP REPORT
Forty-four people have submitted membership paperwork. Sharon Canfield reported that all 2025 new members have received a welcome letter and a new member packet. She has membership cards ready to distribute to all members. Laura McEntire has contacted all who have not renewed from 2024. A member list has been distributed to 2025 members. Thanks to Ruth Hopkins for creating and maintaining that list.
OLD BUSINESS
None
NEW BUSINESS
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Sharon and Dave Canfield will coordinate a trip to Fish Creek Campground September 3-7. Pre-register with Sharon at kayak4me2@gmail.com.
Sharon and Dave Canfield will coordinate a trip to Fish Creek Campground September 3-7. Pre-register with Sharon at kayak4me2@gmail.com. UPCOMING EVENTS
1)Cait McConnell spoke on the official launch of the New York Susquehanna Basin Water Trail and the volunteer opportunities at the General Clinton Canoe Regatta weekend, Friday May 23-25.
Cait McConnell spoke on the official launch of the New York Susquehanna Basin Water Trail and the volunteer opportunities at the General Clinton Canoe Regatta weekend, Friday May 23-25. 2)Cait McConnell also talked about the Chemung River Friends Paddle Fest Event, June 15, at Bottchers Landing, Big Flats, 12:00-4:00. There will be craft vendors, food trucks, paddle information, and more. Marilyn Wertman and Merrill Douglas will host a table promoting ACKC at this event.
Cait McConnell also talked about the Chemung River Friends Paddle Fest Event, June 15, at Bottchers Landing, Big Flats, 12:00-4:00. There will be craft vendors, food trucks, paddle information, and more. Marilyn Wertman and Merrill Douglas will host a table promoting ACKC at this event.3)Annual picnic is scheduled for Sunday, August 10, Dorchester Park, East Pavilion.
Annual picnic is scheduled for Sunday, August 10, Dorchester Park, East Pavilion.UPCOMING TRIPS
1)Tioughnioga River Mini-Sojourn – Dave Tanner, Wednesdays, to be announced.
Tioughnioga River Mini-Sojourn – Dave Tanner, Wednesdays, to be announced.2)Chemung River Mini-Sojourn – Marilyn Wertman, Saturdays, to be announced.
Chemung River Mini-Sojourn – Marilyn Wertman, Saturdays, to be announced.3)Sangerfield River (9-Mile Swamp) – Marilyn Wertman, Saturday, June 21.
Sangerfield River (9-Mile Swamp) – Marilyn Wertman, Saturday, June 21.4)Keuka Lake Inlet, Sugar Creek – Marilyn Wertman/Helena Garan – Thursday, July 3.
Keuka Lake Inlet, Sugar Creek – Marilyn Wertman/Helena Garan – Thursday, July 3.5)Delaware River Sojourn (Delaware River Basin Commission) – June 14-21. See the DRBC website for details.
Delaware River Sojourn (Delaware River Basin Commission) – June 14-21. See the DRBC website for details.6)2025 Delaware Camping Trip, Hancock - Donna Brisco, July 17-20. Camping options are still available. Contact giftofstone@hotmail.com.
2025 Delaware Camping Trip, Hancock - Donna Brisco, July 17-20. Camping options are still available. Contact giftofstone@hotmail.com.TRIP REPORTS
1)Dryden Lake, May 12 – Sharon Canfield. Beautiful sunny day, enjoyable first paddle of the year.
Dryden Lake, May 12 – Sharon Canfield. Beautiful sunny day, enjoyable first paddle of the year.PRESENTATION
Naturalist Michelle Knuepfer, Waterman Center, gave a talk on waterfowl and wading birds.
Minutes prepared by Marilyn Wertman
