Saturday, October 22, 2011

August & October 2011 Campout

HEARTLAND ROOS
August and October CAMPOUT NOTES
Osage Beach RV and Stagecoach RV - Branson, MO
2011

ATTENDEES:
June: Too long ago to remember but add Toni and Ernie Ward and Jack Backowski to the following attendees for June at Lazy Day Campground in Montgomery City.

Aug: Lester & Grace Mooney, Ted & Norma Stahlhuth, Warren Cutright, Steven Mooney and Carol.

Oct: Lester & Grace Mooney, Ted & Norma Stahlhuth, Lisa, & Wyatt Mooney, Steven Mooney and Carol, Linda Lockwood (Lisa’s mother), Joe and Nick.

Small group but we had a great time together. Lester smoked ribs for both occasions and pot luck dishes were delicious. Lester’s biscuits and gravy Saturday mornings were still a favorite.

Informal business meetings were conducted. Due to lack of interest we will not be scheduling any more regular get-togethers. We donated the coffee pot and a few other items to Lazy Day Campground in June. Gail Baker has reported $303 in the treasury. Those of us present and with Ernie and Toni Wards approval decided we would donate to Park Baptist Church in Joplin. Gail said 100% of monetary donations go to Tornado Relief.

OTHER ITEMS:
Hate to lose contact with everyone. We have really enjoyed all of the campouts and friends we have made. Lester and I are thinking about the tulip festival in Pella, Iowa in May. We went in May, 2006. If anyone is interested, let me know. The date is May 3, 4, & 5, 2012. www.pellatuliptime.com/
Check this out for a place to stay: Howell Station Recreation Area

Howell Station Recreation Area
1081 198th Place, Pella - Lake Red Rock - 641.828.7522 - 641.628.8690
Reservations: 877.444.6777
EmailWebsiteReservation WebsiteThe Howell Station Recreation Area & Campground is located along the river just below the Red Rock Dam.
http://www.recreation.gov/camping/Howell_Station_Ia/r/campgroundDetails.do?contractCode=NRSO&parkId=73213&topTabIndex=CampingSpot


MERRY CHRISTMAS AND HAPPY WINTER to everyone…
where ever you may camp!

Grace and Lester

Thursday, September 16, 2010

September 2010 Campout

HEARTLAND ROOS
SEPTEMBER RALLY
LAZY DAY CAMPGROUND
SEPTEMBER 10-12, 2010

ATTENDEES: Ted & Norma Stahlhuth, Lester & Grace Mooney, Warren Cutright, Rich & Gail Baker, Ernie & Toni Ward.

What a beautiful weekend for a rally. Friday night brought us a rain storm, but it cleaned things off and by Saturday noon, all was dry. The Wards and Bakers served as hosts. Saturday, everyone went to the Hermann Country Days Festival. It was interesting to see some of the nearly ‘lost” arts, including blacksmithing, horse shoeing, tin making, gas engines, candle making, aprons, painting, live music and many other arts and crafts.
We will miss our dearest Sue and Doreen. They will be forever in our hearts. Our thoughts are always with Warren, Fred and their families.
That Warren is a real trooper. He had bladder surgery on Tuesday, and Thursday---he was at the campground. It is good to see you doing so well Warren.
Warren also offered to hold the October 2010 rally at his home in New Florence. Please let Warren know if you will attend. It will be potluck.
Ernie called a meeting Saturday morning (after Les’s GREAT biscuits & gravy—thank you Lester.) After some discussion, Grace made a motion (seconded by Lester, with all present in favor) to have rallies every other month in 2011, since the number of attendees was low this year. There will be a “host’ to schedule the camp sight and notify (email) members with the information. ALL food will be potluck at the rallies. Lester has volunteered to use his smoker for some meals. Everyone should bring their own meat and anything else they would like to provide for the potluck meals.

There will be NO DUES IN 2011. The treasury is well funded at this time.

2011 RALLY SCHEDULE:
..DATE ....................LOCATION ...................................ARRANGED BY
JUNE 10-12 ........LAZY DAY RV PARK ........................TED & NORMA STAHLHUTH
AUGUST 12-14 ....OSAGE BEACH RV PARK ...................LESTER & GRACE MOONEY
OCTOBER 7-9 ......STAGECOACH RV PARK, BRANSON ......ERNIE & TONI WARD

If anyone would like to schedule a rally any other month, let everyone know.
Ernie brought up electing new officers. This will be done next year.
The meeting was adjourned (Lester made motion, all agreed.)
Have a safe and healthy winter. See you next year, if not before.

HAPPY TRAILS, Toni Ward

Sunday, May 30, 2010

May 2010 Campout

HEARTLAND ROOS
MAY CAMPOUT NOTES
OSAGE BEACH RV - OSAGE, MO
May 14-16, 2010

ATTENDEES: Lester & Grace Mooney, Jeff, Lisa, Jacob & Wyatt Mooney,
Ted & Norma Stahlhuth, Warren Cutright, Jack Backowski

Even though our crowd was sparse and it rained most of the time, we still enjoyed our time together. We had a light taco dinner Friday and Lester smoked pork chops for Saturday night. We opted out of Lester’s biscuits and gravy Saturday morning.
No business meeting was conducted.

OTHER ITEMS:
Fred and Dorene Jansen do not want to be considered as club members. I want to keep them on our distribution in case they may be able to make a campout sometime.
Warren was recovering nicely from his hip replacement surgery.
Toni is also recovering from recent surgery.
Don is still having some health issues.
Rex and Martha just returned from a cruise.

NEXT MEETING:
June 11-13, 2010
Hava Space RV, Gravois Mills, MO 573-372-3406
Reserve your spot ASAP—this week.
I will call Suzanne on Monday June 7th to see how many have reserved.
We do not have hosts so it will be pot luck all the way around.
If we do not have very many, I will cancel and call Warren and Jack to let them know.
As of now, I don’t think Rich and Gayle will be able to attend.

July Campout:
LAKE PARADISE RESORT, Lone Jack, Mo -- 816-690-4113
www.lakeparadiseresort.com
July 9-11, 2010
No hosts have volunteered.
Again, if we do not have 5-6 rigs, I will cancel by June 28-29.

I do not have a place reserved for August. Hosts are needed and campground suggested.
Maybe PIN OAK Creek if they have space… http://www.pinoakcreekrvpark.com

Miss everyone,
Grace & Lester

Thursday, October 15, 2009

October 2009 Meeting Minutes

Stagecoach RV Park, Branson, MO
OCTOBER 8-11, 2009

ATTENDEES: Rich & Gail Baker, Curt & Verna Gillilan, Rex & Martha Goodson,
Fred & Dorene Jansen, Lester & Grace Mooney, Jeff, Lisa, Justina, Jacob & Wyatt Mooney,
Deloris Rodgers, Don & Mary Ann Smith, Ted & Norma Stahlhuth, Ernie & Toni Ward.
GUESTS: Ray & Donna Norris, Linda & Doug Lockwood (Lisa’s Mother & Step-father), Joe & Nick Pernice (Lisa & Jeff’s nephews), all guests of the Mooney’s; and Georgia and Michelle Packard (Rich Baker’s sister.)
We enjoyed seeing our newcomers--Jeff & Lisa’s daughter Justina and sons Jacob and Wyatt, Lisa’s Mother & Step-father—Linda & Doug Lockwood, and two nephews Joe and Nick. Ray and Donna Norris (friends of Lester and Grace) and Georgia and Michelle-sister of Rich Baker also joined us for the weekend. It was so nice to see a big group again. Come back and see us
We would like to thank Rex and Martha Goodson for hosting the October Rally in Branson. Several members arrived early to enjoy Branson, Silver Dollar City and the scenery. Although it was VERY WET Thursday & Friday, everyone survived the weekend. Fred and Dorene Jansen were able to join us and Dorene—you have not lost your touch. You always make us happy. We all pray that Dorene and Verna Gillilan’s health continues to improve. Also, Warren and Sue—we missed you and pray that your health returns to you.
We held “pot luck” dinners Friday and Saturday nights, with Lester Mooney cooking hamburgers and ribs for the two nights. The club enjoyed Lester’s biscuits and gravy Saturday morning, followed by the club meeting.

TREASURY REPORT: $388.07 (given by Norma Stahlhuth and approved by all)
This amount does not include $25 from the August 50/50, or the money from the 50/50 raffle from this (October) rally.
Norma will pay Lester for the meat (ribs) provided this weekend. The hamburgers were provided by Charlie Hester (August guest), even though he couldn’t join us. NICE GUY!!!
Norma has closed the existing Bank Account. She will provide the new Treasurer the amount of money in the treasury and all records. The new Treasurer will open a new account. (See notes below on Election)

BUSINESS MEETING:
After the Saturday morning breakfast, Grace Mooney, Vice-President called the business meeting to order. Toni Ward read the minutes from the August meeting. Martha Goodson stated a correction to the August minutes as follows: …..Grace Mooney (not Martha Goodson) suggested going to the Tulip Festival in Pella, IA in May of 2010,,,, The remaining minutes were accepted as written.
NEW BUSINESS:
2010 RALLIES: Grace provided the sign up sheet for the 2010 rallies and asked for volunteers for the rallies. All rallies are held the second weekend each month. Please volunteer for a date.
2010 dates are as follows:
• May 14-16 Mooneys (Lester, Grace, Jeff, Lisa)
• June 11-13
• July 9-11
• August 13-15
• September 10-12 Bakers / Wards
• October 8-10
Grace made 2009 Campsite reservations and asked if people wanted her to do the same for 2010 or if hosts wanted to make their own site registration. Mary Ann suggested letting everyone find their own campsites. After some discussion, Lester Mooney made a motion to have Grace make all campsite reservations. Ernie Ward seconded the motion. If you have a particular campsite where you would like to host, let Grace know. Grace will make 2010 campsite reservations within the next few weeks and email the information to all members. Most campsites want a 30 day cancellation notice and a deposit. If a host ends up paying the deposit and the rally is cancelled, the Treasurer will reimburse the host from club funds. Ernie Ward made a motion to accept this proposal (regarding reimbursement.) Lester Mooney seconded the motion. Motion carried.
Toni Ward suggested that the new Treasurer get a debit card with the new account for club hosts to use for reservations and credits
DUES: No dues were required during 2009. 2010 dues are $10 per RV. The dues are due to the Treasurer May, 2010.
ELECTION OF OFFICERS: The election of new officers was held. Grace Mooney stated the nominations as follows, asking for other nominations or write-ins. There were none.
• President Ernie Ward
• Vice-President Lester Mooney
• Secretary/Treasurer Gail Baker
Grace had ballots to hand out. Mary Ann Smith made a motion to accept the “slate of officers” as stated by Grace and thus eliminate the need for casting a paper ballot. Lester Mooney seconded the motion. All were in favor, none opposed. The paper ballots were not used. The 2010 officers are as stated above. The new officers will obtain the necessary “books” from the 2009 officers. Norma gave Gail the Treasurers information and treasury money to set up a new account. We would like to thank our previous officers—Warren Cutright-President, Grace Mooney-Vice President, Norma Stahlhuth-Treasurer for all the work they did the past year(s) You served us well. Thank you!
Lester Mooney made a motion to adjourn the meeting. Curt Gillilan seconded the motion. Meeting adjourned.
This was the last Roos Rally for 2009. Until we meet again, I hope your travels from now until next spring are safe, with wonderful holidays and time with family. May everyone’s health and spirit be exceptional.
If you have changes or additions to these minutes, please email or call Toni Ward. Thank you.

HAPPY TRAILS TO YOU, UNTIL WE MEET AGAIN,
Toni Ward

Saturday, August 15, 2009

August 2009 Campout Meetinng Minutes

Riverview RV Park, Lake Ozark, MO
August 14-16, 2009

ATTENDEES: Jack Backowski, Ed Brandon, Keith Gillilan, Curt & Verna Gillian, Rex & Martha Goodson, Lester & Grace Mooney, Don & MaryAnn Smith, Ted & Norma Stahlhuth, Ernie & Toni Ward. Guests: Charlie & Cindy Hester (guest of Mooney's), Jerry & Shirley O’Shaughnessy, Ted & Norma’s son and family.

Ted & Norma celebrated their 54th wedding anniversary by hosting the rally!! Their son and his family joined us Friday evening for dinner. They brought their parents a beautiful anniversary cake to accompany the excellent meal provided by the Stahlhuths. We had the pleasure of sharing the weekend with other guests--Jerry & Shirley O’Shaughnessy and Charlie & Cindy Hester. Thank you—everyone--for joining us and particularly to Ted and Norma for hosting the weekend.

After the yummy Saturday morning biscuits and gravy (provided by Lester Mooney), a short business meeting was held.

BUSINESS MEETING: Grace Mooney called the meeting to order providing the following information:
• TREASURY REPORT: $ 388.07 (provided by Norma Stahlhuth)
• SEPTEMBER RALLY HAS BEEN CANCELLED DUE TO THE NUMBER OF PEOPLE UNABLE TO ATTEND.
• October, 2009 rally: Rex & Martha Goodson will host the October 9-10-11 rally at the Stagecoach RV Park in Branson, MO. (800-446-7110). Click on this internet link www.bransonstagecoachrv.com for park information. Everyone should call to make their own reservation (for the number of days you plan to be in Branson). The cost is $20/night. Please call Martha or Rex to let them know if you will be attending.
OCTOBER 2009 RALLY CHANGE: Meat will be provided for the Friday & Saturday evening dinners. Please bring a dish both evenings.
• 2010 OFFICER ELECTION: There will be an election of officers during the October, 2009 meeting. Nominees/volunteers are:
- President: Ernie Ward
- Vice-President: Lester Mooney
- Secretary/Treasurer: Gail Baker.
• There will be no dues this year.
• 2010 RALLY DATES:
- May 14-16
- June 11-13
- July 9-11
- August 13-15
- September 10-12
- October 8-10
• Please come prepared during the October, 2009 meeting with the month you want to host and where you will be hosting it. Also, bring the names of other campsites for the year.
• Grace asked if anyone would be interested in going to the Pella (IA) Tulip festival in May. The festival is the same day as Mother’s Day weekend and therefore we will not be going to Pella for the May rally.
• Don Smith stated that the Missouri Ruralist Magazine has a list of various events around Missouri. The following link www.missouriruralist.com will take you to their internet site.
• Betty Schneider (BU Secretary) contacted Grace Mooney regarding our vote at the international convention board meeting. Grace replied to Betty that no one would be at the convention from our chapter to cast a vote. She also informed Betty that the Heartland Roos would no longer be a chapter of BU next year. Rather, we are opening up our club to people with RV’s/motorhomes other than a Bounder.

Travel safely!

Until we meet again,

Toni Ward

Monday, July 13, 2009

July 2009 Campout Meetinng Minutes

Lazy Day RV Park, Montgomery City
July 10-12, 2009

ATTENDEES: Rich & Gail Baker, Warren & Sue Cutright, Ed Brandon & Keith Gillilan, Curt & Verna Gillilan, Rex & Martha Goodson, Lester & Grace Mooney, Ted & Norma Stahlhuth, guests Shirley and Jerry Oshaunasy (former members and forgive me for misspelling). Thanks to Warren and Sue and Ed and Keith for hosting the weekend with lots of good food.

Roo’s Meeting:
• Opened meeting with pledge to the flag.
• Treasury Report by Norma: $388.07. Norma will replace some needed supplies.
• Old Business: Grace received ballot from Bounders United Secretary and voted for Jim Ballard for President and Betty Schneider as Secretary. These were the only names on the ballot. Corrected minutes to read Ed and Keith as helping host July instead of Jack. Grace forgot to call possible new members from list received from BU. Will try again before August campout. Check our blog site: www.heartlandroos.blogspot.com Thanks to Ernie Ward for creating site—good job.
• Warren gave update on the following members: Wayne and Linda James have been traveling a lot in their new motor coach and want to continue to be notified of campout locations and dates. Dorene Jansen is doing OK with more chemo treatments; continue to pray for her healing. Jack Backowski was in the hospital with knee problems as a result of a fall in May. Don Smith has had knee surgery and rotator cuff surgery (I think) and problems with vertigo; pray for both Don and Jack’s rapid recovery as well.
• August campout will be at Riverview RV Park in Osage Beach, Aug. 14-16. A $25 deposit should be sent to Norma Stahlhuth (check made to Norma) no later than Aug. 1st so she can submit to Riverview as requested a week prior to the campout. FYI: Norma and Ted’s 50th anniversary in August. 14th.
• Discussion on status of club as a Bounder club resulted in motion by Lester, seconded by Rex, to discontinue our Bounder affiliation and be an independent club. Individuals can still belong to BU.
• President Warren asked for volunteers for officers for 2010. The following slate was proposed for election in October. President – Ernie Ward, V.P. – Lester Mooney, Secretary/Treasurer – Gail Baker. Anyone else interested should make their desire known and can be put on the ballot in October.
• Motion was made by Lester and seconded by Sue to retain the name of Heartland Roos as club name. Motion carried.
• Meeting adjourned.

We missed those who have been unable to attend and hope you can be there in August. Warren and Sue will not be able to attend in August. It was good to have Sue out and about even though she gets tired easily. Warren had also been sick but recovered enough to be with us by Friday. Happy travels and good health to all.

Grace Mooney

Monday, June 15, 2009

June 2009 Campout Meeting Minutes

Osage Beach RV Camp
June 12-14, 2009

ATTENDEES: Lester & Grace Mooney, Ted & Norma Stahlhuth, Warren & Sue Cutright, Jack Backowski, Ernie & Toni Ward
It was a dry and beautiful weekend at the lake. There was no host for this rally, so everyone chipped in for an enjoyable time,
Roos’s Meeting:
Treasury Report: $ 388.07 (Provided by Norma Stahlhuth)
After the Saturday evening meal, a group meeting held by President-Warren Cutright.
• Grace Mooney stated that Lynn Booner from the Bounder’s United Nominating Committee will tell Grace how to turn in her vote. One must be present (or have a designated substitute) at the convention to vote.
• Warren Cutright needs to write a letter to Betty Schneider (BU Secretary) with the name or our National Rep.
• Ernie Ward sent the May 2008 minutes, roster, and BU number to BU, as requested, at the end of 2008.
• Betty Schneider emailed us a list of three Bounder United members in our area that are not members of another chapter. One is in Brunswick, one in St. Peters, and one in Independence. Grace will contact them.
• Ernie Ward has set up a web page for the Heartland Roos. The sight contains our schedule, letters, etc.
The sight name is: heartlandroos.blogspot.com
• It was agreed by all that no one would pay the annual Roo’s dues ($10) this year.
• There is enough money in the treasury to buy coffee, cups, etc. as needed.
• We will continue to pay $1.00 per person to Lester Mooney for breakfast.
• We will continue to pay $4 per person to the host(s) for food.
• Jack Backowski will help Warren & Sue C will host the July rally.
• Please make your reservation for the July Rally within the next week
• Ted & Norma S. will host the August rally (instead of September.)
• The Smiths will host the September rally.
• Ed Brandon & Keith Gilliam will be traveling to several universities this summer and will most likely not be able to make many of the Roo’s rallies. Travel safely.
• Norma Stahlhuth will continue handling Treasury duties. Other members will handle the Secretary duties.
• There is a Fleetwood Rally in Gillette, WY June 27—30, 2009. The CEO of Fleetwood is to speak at the convention. Fleetwood has sold off the RV/Motor home Division. They have retained the Trailer Division.

Friend Update: Our thoughts and prayers are with those dealing with health issues.
• Doreen Jansen is resuming treatment.
• Verna Gilliam is continuing treatment.
• Sue Cutright recently got out of the hospital, due to fluid retention and oxygen level.
• Bill and Lucy are getting a van retrofitted so Bill can drive. He is unable to walk.
• Jack Bakowski’s knee has been swelling
We miss seeing everyone. We pray that everyone is able to resume a healthy life and begin enjoying it very soon.

Toni Ward