From the Helm

Summer 2011.

It seems that the dog days of summer are over – how lovely to have a cool breeze in the early morning. But the boating days of summer are not over, in fact the lake is more inviting than ever and the varnishing projects in the shop are much more successful in these temperatures.

About twenty Heartland members enjoyed the day-cruise rendezvous on Beaver Lake in August. As much as we enjoy using our classic boat, having several classics together does reinforce the appreciation of the hobby. A group of classics seem to be a magnet to others who also have and/or love old boats.

Have you also enjoyed your classic boat this summer in the water, or in the shop? Sharing that hobby with neighbors and friends is part of the enjoyment. Spontaneous events are much fun, too. Let us know about your day events.

There will be more than 20 Heartland members attending the International ACBS Meeting and Show at Lake Geneva. We’ll meet old and new friends from all over who share this hobby. We’ll be amazed at the glory of the best of the classics. We’ll be observing the protocol to be followed as we prepare for our hosting of next year’s Annual ACBS Event at Table Rock Lake. And, we’ll be promoting next year’s event as a most beautiful lake hosted by the most friendly chapter. Are you planning on being part of this 2012 opportunity?

September 30 to October 2 will be our Heartland Annual Boat Festival at Grand Lake. It will again be the time and place to greet old and new friends. I’m eager to see all of you and your current projects!

See you on the water.

Kathy Parker