Nancy Glebov, Trip Leader

As this years trip coordinator I want to remind you that it is only 2 months away! I'm a little concerned that only 2 parties have called for a reservation at this time. This is one of the most fun, relaxing, beautiful, and family oriented trips our club has. For the last 3 years Alex and I have taken our 2 grandchildren, Nathan and Sophia, and they have had a ball.

Regardless of your interests--you will find more than you could ever do in just a weekend. Like to shop? Go to Mendocino or Ft Bragg--esp. if you are in to antiques. While you're in Ft Bragg enjoy a trip on the Skunk Train. Do you play golf? They have a beautiful course at Little River. In the mood for wine
tasting? Anderson Valley is just a short drive down Hwy 128. Want to go on a hike? Of course it's beautiful along the Mendocino Headlands, but have you ever been to the Pygmy Forest at Vam Damme State Park? Own a kayak? The ocean is right at your backdoor. Do you love flowers, gardening, and nurseries like me? Visit the botanical gardens--you can even have lunch there. Go to Fuschiarama (a little north of Ft Bragg) for beautiful fuchsias, tuberous begonias and a great gift shop. Like to fly kites? Casper Beach is the place and it's just across the street--you don't even have to get in the car. Want a beautiful place to just sit, enjoy, unwind, and read your book? You're there. Come to Caspar once and you'll be hooked.

The club has reserved 11 RV sites--all full hookups and 2 large tent sites.                      

YOUR PARTICIPATION COSTS:
 

· Those in RV sites will pay their camping fees directly to Caspar RV Park and Campground when they get there. (Full hookup fees are $38/night for the first 2 people.
      Additional guests are $5/pp 16yr and over; $3/pp 6-15yr.

· RV campers will pay the club the "Saturday Night Dinner Only" fee for their attendance. This is $25 for members and "Wildcard" guests and $35 for guests. (FYI a
      "Wildcard" guest is the member's significant other)

· Tent camping fees will be paid to the club. These fees include the Saturday night dinner. $40 for members and "Wildcard" guests and $50 for guests.

· Saturday night dinner only will be paid to the club. This is $25 for members and "Wildcard" guests and $35 for guests. (This is for those of us who reserved our own
      tent site, stayed in a hotel or house, or drove/flew over just for the dinner.)

· Divers are free.

· Children 15 and under are free (must be accompanied by an adult).

· Pets--$2 per night per pet paid directly to Caspar RV Park and Campground.

I hope to hear from many of you soon. If you've been on this trip before I don't really have to sell you on it. You know how great it can be to get away from the valley heat in our hottest month. You remember sitting on the beach watching those gorgeous sunsets. You know how delicious that fresh abalone tastes! You know how good my homemade ice cream is --and yes I will have it again! If you're new to the club, please come. Bring your family and your dogs and I dare you to tell me that you didn't have a good time!!

Nancy Glebov 3725 Las Pasas Way Sac, CA 95864. ph#487-1150; email--nancylandrum@hotmail.com 

Please note that any refunds for this trip will be made strictly in accordance with the current
FaGowee Refund Policy as published in each and every monthly issue of the Sacramento FaGowee Snow News newsletter. 

Fun in the Sun Cruise
November 10-20, 2008
From ski to shining sea in the southern Caribbean

Join the FaGowees as we cruise the southern Caribbean in November 2008!  Our 10-day cruise sets sail from Ft. Lauderdale on the Emerald Princess stopping in Aruba, Grenada, Bonaire, St. Thomas and the Princess Cays with 3 fun and relaxing days at sea.  Details on club-planned activities will be forthcoming as the trip date nears. 

Itinerary

* Cabin pricing:

    Inside                       $1,156.00

    Window                   $1,408.00

    Balcony                    $1,696.00 

Optional trip insurance is recommended and can be purchased individually at the discretion of each traveler.  Princess adds a gratuity of $105 pp which may be adjusted up by personal preference.  A $100 pp deposit will reserve your spot now.  A payment of $200 is due March 10 and another of $200 is due April 20.  That totals $500, your deposit.  A mid-term payment is due June 30 – ½ the balance is recommended, but we’ll accept whatever you can pay – and a final payment is due August 26.  The trip is fully refundable until that time.  Send a check made out to FaGowees to Marcia Hackett at 1301 S. Walter Reed Drive, #102, Arlington, VA  22204.  If you have questions or suggestions, you can reach me at 703-920-4515 or e-mail at Marcia. 

* Prices are per person, based on double occupancy and include taxes and fuel surcharge.  There’s no guarantee gov’t taxes won’t increase.   Travel is not included to/from Ft. Lauderdale and is the responsibility of the individual traveler.  If you need assistance with a roommate, please state your preference with your deposit.  Theresa Marker and I will try to help you find someone suitable, but ultimately the responsibility is yours.

Bowling, Camping, Waterskiing, Horseback riding. kayaking.
What do YOU want to do?

It’s your turn to help out the club. Please refer to the article in Snow News from February 2005: http://www.sacramentofagowees.org/Archives/Jan2005NewsletterArchive.htm. It will give you a blueprint on what to do.  Call any board member if you need help. 

We are looking for someone to put together a bowling activity.    It will be easy too.  Make a reservation for 4 lanes at a conveniently located bowling alley and then give FaGowees enough time to sign up in advance.  This will give you time to cancel any excess lanes you might have reserved.  The bowling could be followed by a dining event if you like.  Reservations are not available in most bowling alleys Tuesday thru Thursday evenings because of league play.   Another activity that should be popular is a camping trip.  Figure out dates and location and everybody can make their own reservations.  This is the summer, pick any kind of activity you enjoy and you’ll find other FaGowees eager to participate!

Hopefully, you can schedule your event in time to get an article in the newsletter!!  Articles are due the 20^th of the month; email your article Andrea and your email will go out to all our members. Make sure the event doesn’t conflict with any major FaGowee events.