Monday, August 1, 2011

Fun in Auburn

Many thanks go to Helen & Jene Chadwell, and Cassie & Steve Lisle for planning a rally that went off without a hitch.  The rally was held in Auburn at the Fireside Resort Park and parking was a breeze with large, level sites. The rally began on Thursday with a tour of Sechler's Pickles in St. Joe, IN.  Even though temperatures were in the 100's our harty Hoosier Cruisers toured the plant.  Those taking the tour saw the pickling process from start to finish.  At the end of the tour many sampled the wide variety of pickles and other items and almost everyone left with something they favored.  Many members elected to go to dinner at Ponderosa.  The food was good, but the fellowship was even better.  You can see from the photo everyone was having a good time.


The great attraction to the Auburn area is the vast collection of museums.  One can view antique cars, trucks, military paraphernalia, historic items and railroad memorabilia.


Friday began with an outstanding pitch-in and WOW the food was delicious.  During the day attendees choose where they wanted to shop and where they wanted to tour.  The day ended with a catered meal at the Military History Center.  It is an amazing collection of military artifacts.  You can see that our Hoosier Cruiser President was busy chauffeuring Sandy around town.


The club began Saturday with another great breakfast.  The rally masters planned this rally with the flexibility to explore the areas' attractions at a leisurely pace.  It should be noted that Doug Lockwood was a speaker at the rally.  He discussed the Economic Outlook in our country.  Numerous club members commented that they really enjoyed listening and talking to him.  Members who want addtional information can go to the Hefty Wealth website: http://www.heftywealth.com/ to read articles regarding the Economic Outlook.


Have you ever played Card BINGO?  It is a blast! Most people in attendance tried this card game which included prizes.  The prizes were to be white elephant gifts, but instead they were really nice prizes.  There was lots of hollering and everyone had an enjoyable evening.


The rally closed with devotions given by Bettie Wessel and hymns lead by Bruce Bailey.  Everyone left with great expectations for the next rally. 

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