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GENERAL MEMBERSHIP MEETING
June 24, 2024
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CALL TO ORDER
Donna Brisco began the meeting at 7:08 p.m. Welcome to guests and thanks to those who brought refreshments.
SECRETARY’S REPORT
Minutes of the May 20, 2024, meeting were distributed via e-mail to all members. There being no corrections, Helena Garan moved, seconded by Kent Foster, to accept the minutes; the motion carried with all in favor.
TREASURER’S REPORT
Tim Brown reported the Treasury for June 2024 had a beginning balance of $1,109.25. There were two deposits totaling $45.00 for memberships and two withdrawals, one of $50.00 to Waterman Center and one of $82.33 to Marilyn Wertman for club stickers. The ending balance was $1,021.92. Merrill Douglas moved, seconded by Valerie Fulton, to accept the Treasury Report; the motion carried with all in favor.
MEMBERSHIP REPORT
Sharon Canfield reported there are currently 52 members.
OLD BUSINESS
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Remember the ACKC bookcase. Feel free to borrow a book anytime. Valerie Fulton just added a box of club information from past years.
Remember the ACKC bookcase. Feel free to borrow a book anytime. Valerie Fulton just added a box of club information from past years.NEW BUSINESS
1)Chemung River Friends will hold a Paddlefest on July 13, 12:00-6:00, at the Grove Street boat launch in Elmira. Will include vendors, food trucks and a paddle equipment swap/sale.
Chemung River Friends will hold a Paddlefest on July 13, 12:00-6:00, at the Grove Street boat launch in Elmira. Will include vendors, food trucks and a paddle equipment swap/sale.2)The new kayak rental business in Owego is sponsoring a paddle on the Susquehanna in July.3)Laura McEntire brought in tick removal kits if you’d like one.4)Susquehanna Greenway is doing paddles this summer, also hikes and bikes. See NEPA website.5)Bob Knight thanked Merrill Douglas for the meeting reminders – very helpful to all.UPCOMING EVENTS
1)The annual picnic is scheduled for Sunday, August 11, at Dorchester Park, East Pavilion (usual
The annual picnic is scheduled for Sunday, August 11, at Dorchester Park, East Pavilion (usual place).
2)Next meeting will be an evening bonfire at Donna Brisco’s house on September 23. We will return to the church for meetings on October 28.
Next meeting will be an evening bonfire at Donna Brisco’s house on September 23. We will return to the church for meetings on October 28.UPCOMING TRIPS
1)Sharon Canfield is planning a Susquehanna trip this Wednesday between Endicott and Apalachin. Grippen park is newly closed for renovation; Sharon will find a new launch site.
Sharon Canfield is planning a Susquehanna trip this Wednesday between Endicott and Apalachin. Grippen park is newly closed for renovation; Sharon will find a new launch site.TRIP REPORTS
1)Dave Tanner - Tioughnioga Mini-Sojourn finished up June 12 at Lourdes and all portions were well-attended.
Dave Tanner - Tioughnioga Mini-Sojourn finished up June 12 at Lourdes and all portions were well-attended.2)Marilyn Wertman - Oxford to Brisben May 26 – beautiful day, river a little low.
Marilyn Wertman - Oxford to Brisben May 26 – beautiful day, river a little low.3)Helena Garan - Apalachin to Marshland Road June 5.
Helena Garan - Apalachin to Marshland Road June 5.4)Tim Brown – Sayre to Ulster June 9 – beautiful day, wind behind us.
Tim Brown – Sayre to Ulster June 9 – beautiful day, wind behind us.5)Delaware Sojourn June 14-22 – Eight members attended part or all – wonderful time, very hot, only rained on the first day.
Delaware Sojourn June 14-22 – Eight members attended part or all – wonderful time, very hot, only rained on the first day.6)Sharon Canfield – Moore Park to Grippen Park June 17 – a short trip, took it easy in the heat, explored a bit of Nanticoke Creek.
Sharon Canfield – Moore Park to Grippen Park June 17 – a short trip, took it easy in the heat, explored a bit of Nanticoke Creek.PRESENTATION
Nancy Wallace, nature enthusiast, gave us a presentation on local mushrooms, both edible and not.
FYI: 2024 COUNCIL MEMBERS:Donna Brisco, Dave Tanner, Ruth Hopkins, Kelly Bates,
Donna Brisco, Dave Tanner, Ruth Hopkins, Kelly Bates,Merrill Douglas, Valerie FultonMinutes prepared by: Marilyn Wertman
