Thank you for renewing or joining;
your membership is good through December 31, 2020
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Greetings!
Hot off the press - a whistle blower's disclosure
I am going on record here as being a whistle blower. Now, obviously, this is a bit unusual to have the president actually being the whistle blower, but I feel that it is my responsibility as I am the one with the privileged information. I am putting forth details here to provide second-hand knowledge of a conversation that actually took place – a conversation where the stakes are high and there is certainly a deal on the table! Now, as you all well-know by now, a quid pro quo means “something for something”; an exchange of goods or services in which one transfer is contingent upon the other. I am NOT saying that’s what happened here . . . but it’s pretty close – you can judge for yourselves.
Here are the details as I know them:
- Date of said conversation: October 13, 2019
- Location of conversation that led to the deal: Homecoming CVOA table, between two volunteers.
- What was said: (I am paraphrasing this as, remember, this is second-hand knowledge and I don’t have access to the exact wording) “I will treat you to lunch at Bullwinkle’s if and only if you can convince enough CVOA members to come forward to purchase CVOA articles of clothing to fill the first order by our deadline”.
- Members involved in the deal: anonymous (but they are actually high officials in our organization: you might be able to learn their identity by reading this newsletter carefully).
But, even more important than this startling revelation and the resulting fall-out is that the
deadline for ordering CVOA apparel is fast approaching
and if a few more people don’t place orders to reach our minimum, the rest of us will be left out of the deal. This is the
last month
ordering information will be included in the newsletter because interest so far has only been luke-warm. However,
if enough orders
are placed by
November 15
we should be able to receive inventory by Christmas!
Best to all,
Bonnie
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- CVOA Celebration ~ 20th in 2020
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- Italy / Val Gardena Ski Trip
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- West Branch Pond Camp X-C ski trip
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- Park City/ Deer Valley Ski Trip
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- Full Moon Evening Event
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- Sky Lodge of Moose River
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Treasurer Mary Frank: 207.778.4695
: cvoa.treasurership@gmail.com
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Logo Wear, order now or be square!
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A message from Val Hudspath:
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READ THIS to help me win my bet with Cindy Foster.
It’s that time of year to get warm and impress your friends with CVOA Apparel. The sweater/fleece full-zip jacket is a great price and will proudly display the CVOA emblem. The fleece vests are a good weight and the women’s’ are not boxy. Or maybe a hat with the emblem will do for you.
And on the Italian slopes after a night at the bar, people will know that you are a CVOA member and get you to the correct hotel. Even in Wyoming, the elk will see you are part of THE CVOA GROUP and escort you back to your condo. Just think, RANGE members, you too would have a distinctive patch when shooting next to the Border Officers or other enforcement personnel.
We had several orders at the CVOA table and much interest in the items. The patch is our emblem woven and sewn on the left side of the garments. Colors and sizes are on the order form (Yes the vests come in a women’s small).
We need orders for 38 more garments to reach our minimum order. 10 more for the hats. PLEASE help win my bet with Cindy Foster. She says the members won’t order enough by NOV 30
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. I BELIEVE IN YOU. ONLY you can get me a free lunch at Bullwinkle's.
ORDER NOW. It takes about 6 weeks to obtain the items. SO, if I get the minimum order by November 15, maybe Santa will bring them.
THANK YOU FOR YOUR ATTENTION. Buy now.
Please and thank you.
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Future Events & Adventures
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Notes from Adventure Coordinator Patti Johnston:
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Jeannette and Michael Parker will host a Cookie swap at their home on Saturday, December 14, 3 to 5 pm. Full details below.
In December, Sunday afternoon bowling at the SugarBowl will resume for the winter. (Probably not Dec. 1 as it is a holiday weekend.)
We are looking for a full moon adventure for the evening of February 8, 2020. Ski and stew at the outdoor center? Interested in coordinating this event? It is lots of fun.
A reminder that Mary Berger has reserved Sky Lodge on Moose River for Monday, June 22-Thursday, June 25, 2020. She would like to know of member interest so that she can confirm the reservation. She has also offered a day in Bremen next July!
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Sunday afternoon bowling at the SugarBowl
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.... will resume in December
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Details in a future email or newsletter.
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Annual Cookie Swap (...and hike?)
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Save the date, and think about what cookies you'll bring to share!
Jeannette and Mike Parker will host the cookie swap at their 1022 Poplar Stream Road home. Plan to bring 3 dozen cookies and a container to bring your share home.
Jeannette will be making a non-alcoholic holiday punch, and BYOB. For your punch or otherwise!
If you WISH to bring an appetizer, please let Jeannette know (jparker16seabreeze@gmail.com) – no need for
everyone
to bring apps
and
cookies.
Perhaps we will have an early afternoon walk or ski beforehand. Any ideas?
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Celebrate CVOA ~ 20th in 2020
Saturday, January 18, 2020
5:30-9:00
King Pine Room
This is going to be a fun night of celebrating CVOA …its beginning, its people and all that it has accomplished in 20 years! The evening begins with cocktails and trivia at 5:30 followed by a buffet dinner, program, entertainment, music and prizes – all for just $35 per person.
An RSVP email with full details will be sent out to all members on November 18
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with information on where to mail your check to make your reservation.
It would be great to get some advance notice of interest. Please take a moment to click on one of these links:
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Val Gardena, Italy, January 22 – February 1
Trip Leader: Mike Parker
The trip has been filled; if you would like to be on a waiting list, get in touch with Mike at golfski33@gmail.com.
Park City/Deer Valley, February 1 – 8 – Cancelled
Quebec City, February 10 – 14
Trip Leader: Pete Weston
The reservation deadline has gone by, but if you are interested contact Pete at pbweston@maine.rr.com and he will see what he can do.
Jackson Hole, February 26 to March 4
Trip Leader: Bonnie Farrar
** There is room for a single female - contact Bonnie for more info **
Otherwise, the trip has been filled; if you would like to be on a waiting list, contact Bonnie at cvoa.president@gmail.com.
** Last minute update - a couple has cancelled, opening a slot for two more JH fans - contact Bonnie if interested **
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Our shooting season for 5 Stand and Trap is coming to a close.
We will be shooting 5 Stand on Saturday, November 2nd, rain or shine, and Trap on Sunday, November 3rd, weather permitting. Both begin at 9am
. We will assess interest based on attendance at those events.
Our Pistol and Rifle Ranges will remain open throughout the winter season
. Our hours of operation are sunrise to sunset. Please note, our law enforcement officers may need use of the Range for training. That training may be after sunset, and may require full use of the Range. Your understanding is appreciated.
Also note, ours is a passive Range and it is your responsibility to follow all posted rules unless otherwise approved by a Range Officer.
Thank you for another fun summer season! We will keep you posted on upcoming events and range improvements.
Diane Stone
Range Secretary
CVOA.range@gmail.com
207-240-4752
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CVOA Board of Directors Open Position
... we would like to fill it with a range member
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With Jim Heichel’s departure from the area, he has left his position on our board of directors. We would like very much to have his position filled by a range member. Could you help the Range and CVOA by stepping up to the board?
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Past Events and Adventures
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At our table in the Base Lodge . . .
CVOA once again had a presence at Homecoming with a table stocked with our new brochures, stickers, handouts, and most importantly, CVOA volunteers to greet guests, members and interested people. Everyone could view our activities, events, and catch up on what we are all about. We renewed 70 memberships and signed up 14 new members just at the table. Many others chose the on-line method.
We had the table staffed on Saturday from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM and on Sunday from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM. Our hard-working and fun-loving staff included Thom and Patti Johnston, Mike and Jeannette Parker, Mike Gallagher, Rose Mary Alfieri, Kelly and Ann Dooling, Steve and Peggy Whitcomb, Deb and Jeff Sanford, Bear Thompson, Val Hudspath, Cindy Foster, Lisa Sleight, and Mark Curtis. Once again, we had a successful weekend, and are grateful to our volunteers who helped out.
Mark Curtis
Vice President
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A message from member Bob Farrar,
Chairman of the SMOM Museum Committee . . .
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WE WANT YOU!
Ski Museum Seeks Weekend Helpers
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Do you enjoy Ski History? Do you like visiting and meeting new people? Do you have a few hours you could spare? If so, we are
seeking volunteers to staff the Ski Museum of Maine in Kingfield on Saturdays and Sundays from 12-4pm during ski season.
You can volunteer for one day or as many days as you wish. It is easy, fun and would greatly assist the museum.
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Maine Huts & Trails needs everyone's help -
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No amount too small or too large . . .
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Over the past month, Maine Huts has been focused on raising $500,000 by November 1 in order to keep the huts open and trails groomed this winter while building towards sustainability through an evolution of their operating model.
Here is an update from MH&T:
To date, we are now 75% of the way to our initial goal, thanks to 400 individual gifts over this past month. We have deep gratitude for all who have contributed so generously.
We are now seeking to raise an additional $130,000 in contributions this month. Doing so enables us to access an additional $150,000 in pledged contributions contingent upon us both hitting our $500,000 goal this Fall and opening the huts this winter.
There are three ways to donate -
1 - directly on the Maine Huts & Trails website at
THIS PAGE
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2 - call MH&T at (207) 265-2400
Any donation, large or small, will be greatly appreciated.
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20th Annual Sugarloaf Charity Summit
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Climb for a cure on December 27
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The 20th Annual Sugarloaf Charity Summit will kick off with the Climb for a Cure event on December 27, 2019. Grab your friends and family and come join us for a fun moonlit climb, snowshoe or skin up to Bullwinkle’s!
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Newsletter content is welcomed -
Community news, Member news, Discounts for members.
Any suggestions, email Cindy or reply to this newsletter.
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Carrabassett Valley Outdoor Association
Valley Crossing #6
Carrabassett Valley, ME 04947
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