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Club Captains report
Photo’s of the Stronvar Station run - Linda Laing
Club Captain’s Report
April’s club run was another journey into the high country to Stronvar Farm at the head of the Waihopai river running fine wool Merino sheep owned by Geoff Evans and family. A very enjoyable drive on a great day in a ninety-year-old car on 1930’s type roads. (I always reckon the Model A smiles when it hits the gravel roads). The Evans ‘s made us feel really welcome and Geoff gave us a good run down on the properties history and its running, he is a good speaker and very knowledgeable and passionate about the high country.
One of our party suffered a medical incident during our stay and we all witnessed the efficiency of the rescue helicopter service. Though I have carried a personal locater beacon religiously on my person whenever I am bush, I had never seen one used in anger until Geoff set one off. The chopper was there within forty minutes and I along with everyone else present was most impressed with their efficiency and professionalism. (The things some people do for a chopper ride.) Get well again soon please Don.
Members should be aware that our committee is in a bit of disarray because of serious health issues, Kelly has been having an issue requiring hospital treatment in Christchurch and also Chris. Chris and Sharon went to Christchurch for a relatively minor procedure for Sharon but she came back with a very serious diagnosis and she is currently in Wairau Hospital.
Please be patient with the committee, we will take up the slack but especially spare some thoughts for Janice and Kelly, and Sharon and Chris in this difficult time while not forgetting other members and spouses who are not enjoying good health.
