September

A Message from our President!
August was yet another very sad month for the
Fagowees. We lost our founder and great leader,
Mahloon (a.k.a Dutch) C. Mueller. He
succumbed to his fight with heart disease and
other complications. He passed peacefully on July
29th at 1.30 PM. Dutch is survived by his loving
wife, Joy, and his daughters, Connie and Sherry,
along with several grandchildren. He was an
amazing man with a bright idea to start a ski club. Who knew it would develop into
something as big has it has gotten. May he rest in peace knowing his Fagowee tribes
will live on with his memory and continue the tradition of wonderful friends and trips.
While it’s still summer time, we need to start thinking ahead to the winter months.
There are a lot of really great things happening this fall that we need your help with.
The first thing is to remind you that October is Membership Renewal month. Please
get your checkbooks ready and your applications filled out. Early birds will get the
discounted membership rates before they go up in November. It’s really simple to
renew at a meeting or through the mail. Please see Membership Chair, Yvonne D. to
get that squared away. As I’ve told you, I have a goal to get our membership up so
please help me maintain the numbers we already have by renewing early. Thank you!
Publicity Chair, Rita M., will need your help in October for two really wonderful
events. The Boston Mills Brandywine Ski Fair is October 14-16. Fagowees always
have a booth at this event and Rita can’t run it on her own. The 2nd Annual Winter
Adventure is being held on the 29th & 30th. These are really the months to come out
and give back to the club without having a long term commitment of being on the
board. If you are passionate about our club and enjoy talking about your experiences,
please be proactive and reach out to Rita to sign up now to help her out. She’s got
some really good ideas about how to build up our Membership base. Who wouldn’t
like more Fagowee friends?
September marks the end of the summer friends. By the time you get this, your
fellow Fagowees will be house boating out on Norris Lake. It’s also our last informal
meeting of the summer at Stampers Grill Pub in Fairview Park on September 6th.
Please come out and have a drink with me before I start working for you twice a
month. Show your Euchre skills with Cynthia S. tournament on September 10th.
First and second place will get you paid for winning. Finally, ride with the Skullz on
both September 10th & 24th.
That’s it for now. I’ve been told by a few of you
that I write too much in my Presidents letter.
I’m sorry but I guess I just have a lot to say
about our wonderful club. I’ll give you a shorter
article this month, but don’t get use to it! ;-)
Wintertime is just around the corner.
Jodi
September 2011
FaGOWEE MEETING INFORMATION
The Fagowees Ski Club is a proud member of the Cleveland Metro Ski Council
www.fagowees.org
Club Meetings are held on the 1st and 3rd Tuesday of the Month
Doors Open at 7:00 P.M. - Meeting Starts at 8:00 P.M.
AMPOL HALL - 4737 Pearl Road - Cleveland
$5.00 Members - $6.00 Guests
Beer, Wine, Pop and Munchies
(Specialty Nights - $1.00 Additional)
Moving? Let us know!
Send your new address to:
Yvonne Daycak
PO Box 635
N. Olmsted, OH 44070-0635
-or- email:
Membership@fagowees.org
Greeting you at the door will be...
September 6 Informal Meeting
Stampers - Fairview Park
September 20 Regular Meeting - Ampol Hall
Dana G. & Caryn D.
October 4
Regular Meeting - Ampol Hall
Alicia C. & Donna B.
October 18
Regular Meeting - Ampol Hall
Alicia C. & Ted D.
41 YEARS OF FUN AND GAMES
ON WEEKENDS, ESPECIALLY SKIING
2011 - 2012 Executive Board
President
Jodi Leal
216-832-8506
Summer Social
John Kachmarik
216-408-5531
Vice President
Sharon Eckhardt 216-362-7470
Membership Chair
Yvonne Daycak
216-346-6311
Secretary
Alicia Christy
Assistant Membership
Rita Montorsi
440-376-0992
Treasurer
Tony Tomsic
440-554-6055
440-225-5035
Assistant Treasurer
Auditor
Dave Mitzel
Winter Social
Shelli Snyder
330-573-1441
216-269-8971
Assistant Race Chair
Tom Keller
216-224-1066
Ted Donnellan
216-267-8697
CMSC (Metro) & Int’l Rep
Pat Murphy
216-382-7284
Asst. Merchandise Chair
Mike Bassett
330-696-6133
Happening Editors (newsletter)
Dana Yatsko
216-289-1167
John Molnar
216-299-0115
Joe Benek
330-422-0854
International President
Submit information to:
Trustees
Jeff Branske
Al Feronti
Dana Garcia
Larry Foote
Brian Korfhage
440-476-3452
440-258-6848
440-258-4962
216-244-4340
440-452-0728
Race Chair
Caryn Donnellan
216-267-8697
happening@fagowees.org
Publicity Chair
Rita Montorsi
440-376-0992
Website
web@fagowees.org
Mike Popik
Elections Chair
Christee Burridge 330-666-2838
Past President
Mike Gumbish
216-447-1698
216-433-0071
Merchandise Chair
Donna Brown
440-313-8690
NOTICE: Executive Board Members' phone numbers are printed in The Happening and in the Directory. Members having any suggestions, questions, or problems are invited to call us.
However, members' phone numbers and addresses are for the sole use of the membership of the Fagowee Ski Club. No one may use this information provided in the directory for business
use of any kind. Unauthorized use of our directory can result in disciplinary or legal action.
Fagowee of the Month!
Our FOM for September, has been with the club a few short years, but
during that time he has made an impact. He has successfully run the bike
scavenger hunt, along with Kelly’s Island, and W 25th pub crawls. He
has been the “go to man” for setting up our end of the month Happy
Hours. Our FOM is constantly looking for ways to improve and expand
our group. He is responsible for having joint happy hours with various
Meet Up Groups, as well as the rowing club, that he is involved with. He
is one person that everyone in this club can count on to do his share and
more... Congratulations to our FOM of the month....
Mitch Z.
Volunteers Needed!
As part of the Boston Mills Open House (October 14, 15, 16) and the Cleveland Winter Sports Show (October 29,
30), the Fagowees will have a table to present information about our club and its activities to prospective members.
If you can spare some time to man the booth and talk to people about the club, contact Rita M. at 440-376-0992.
Wednesday Biking on the Tow-Path
GO FOR THE BIKE RIDES ON THE TOW-PATH IN THE CUYAHOGA RIVER
VALLEY
(Then head to a local watering hole after! OF COURSE!)
WHEN: Every Wednesday until the snow flies. Depart parking lot at 6:30 PM
1st Wednesday
Brecksville
- Riverview Rd. & Rt. 82 (Station Rd. lot) – head south
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2 Wednesday
Peninsula
- Rt. 303 & Church St. (behind Winking Lizard) – head South
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3 Wednesday
Brecksville
- Riverview Rd. & Rt. 82 (Station Rd. lot) – head south
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4 Wednesday
Independence
- Hillside and Canal Rds. (Canal Rd. Visitor Center) – head North
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5 Wednesday
Peninsula
- Rt. 303 & Church St. (behind Winking Lizard) – head South
Every Wednesday meet on the Cuyahoga Valley Towpath for an evening ride. We meet at 6:30 PM. Ability of
riders varies and all go at their own pace.. Ride from 5 to 25 miles. After riding, we visit a local watering hole
for a refill. BYOB – Bring Your Own Bike!
The Fagowees au naturel
32 people set out for OhioPyle on July 15th to brave the
high seas of the Lower Yough ... unlike Gilligans Island,
we all made it back safely (some injured) but safe.
There were many sightings of wildlife in the woods, some
tame, some not so tame, and some just plain old clumsy.
Water toys were passed out and well used, but for some
the urge to push your partner out of the boat was just too
strong to pass up.
A great time was had by all. We look forward to seeing
you on the river next year! PS: Is that really how you
make coffee???
Monday Night Biking
1st Monday
2nd Monday
3rd Monday
4th Monday
5th Monday
RRR, Scenic Park Marina
Elyria-Kipton Trail
RRR, Cottonwood Picnic Area
Wallace Lake, Ride North
Elyria-Kipton Trail
For details on the ride, and more info, sign up for the Skullzmailing list.
www.web@fagowees.org/docs/mondaybiking.html
Update on Skullz Ride!
We have changed the September 24th ride to the North Bend Rail Trail in West Virginia. We will be driving
down Friday 9/23, riding the trail on Saturday 9/24, and returning home Sunday, 9/25.
This ride is a Jiffi so you are on your own for transportation, lodging, food, etc. We recommend staying at
North Bend State Park in Cairo, WV. Info about the park can be found on their website at http://
www.northbendsp.com/ including directions and lodging choices. There is hotel, campground, and cabin rental
information on their site. Information about the trail can be found at
http://www.northbendrailtrailstatepark.com/
The trail does run through the state park and can be accessed easily from the park’s campground. Lights on you
bike are a MUST!!! There are several long, unlit tunnels on this trail. You will be in COMPLETE DARKNESS if
you do not bring a light! The path is also fairly rough in spots, so mountain bikes are preferred, although you can
get away with a hybrid if you have good tires. Don’t bring a road bike unless you want to destroy it!
THE HAPPENING:
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Time to Renew your FAGOWEES Membership!
The FAGOWEES membership year will end on October 31st, 2011.
Membership renewal forms received or postmarked by October 31st, 2011 will be processed as current.
Members who submit their forms after October 31st must pay a higher rate. To avoid this, please complete your forms now.
If you forget to renew, we will do our best to follow-up with a reminder before the renewal period ends, but after that time
you will be removed from our mailing list.
Members have the option to “Go Green” and opt to receive their Happening via email. Members can also opt to receive
hard copy “snail mail” or opt for both options. Please indicate on your membership form which option you prefer.
You have two options for renewing your dues: 1) Come see us at one of the September or October meetings, or 2) Mail
your completed (and signed) application form and your check to:
FAGOWEES
P.O. Box 635
North Olmsted, OH 44070-0635.
If neither of these options work for you then call or e-mail us. We are here to help you keep your membership current.
Please complete the form legibly to avoid nametag, directory, mail, or e-mail errors. If you want to highlight changes, that is
fine. We will ensure the changes are made to the membership database. E-mail addresses tend to be especially unreadable,
so please print. We look forward to seeing you all soon!
Yvonne Daycak 216-346-6311 membership@fagowees.org
New Date!
Friday
October 21st
Into the Woods!!
On May 14, 2011 over 45 Fagowees and their guests braved the wilds of Ohio City to go “Into the Woods”
on a theatrical adventure. The evening started with dinner at the Lite Bistro. The food was great and the drinks
were cold, what more could we ask for to get the evening off to a great start?
After drinks and dinner, we adjourned to the Near West Theatre for their production of Into the Woods at
St. Pats. The play was overwhelming in its cast (more actors than the population of Rhode Island, enthusiasm
(both talent and volume!, and story (adultery, murder, theft, fraud, deceit, revenge, and other juicy plotlines. Who
could ask for more! After a very long first act, we discovered that hard seats are needed to get everyone up and
moving during intermission.
Overall, the trip to Culture Land was a great success. We are all looking forward to next year’s outing. A
good dinner and good entertainment – life just doesn’t get any better, unless it’s snowing!
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Windsurfing @ New London Reservoir – Join the Fun!
Beginners to Experts Welcome
September 11
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Meet at noon – weather permitting
Windsurf all afternoon, picnic before dusk
Bring beverages, dish to share, lifejacket
Gear available if you don’t have your own!
Contact Mike K (216-382-7284) or Eric R (440-454-0025) for Details
2011 Golf Outing Schedule
9/1/11 Briarwood
9/8/11 Royal Crest
9/15/11 Mastick Woods
9/22/11 Hickory Nut
6:00 PM start time. Form your own Groups
The 19 hole is TBD. Due to small turnouts lately, the watering hole will be decided the day of.
Look for links on the web page – web@fagowees.org
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Bits And Pieces
Fagowee Members
2011 New
2011 Renewals
Totals
Men
30
83
113
Women
15
47
62
Couples
26 (13)
102 (51)
128 (64)
Total
71
232
303
New Members = 5 2011 “Gold Pass” Attendees: 26
Welcome New Members
Scott M.
Dave R.
Barb A.
Michael O.
Terri P.
Heartlight Healing
Massage Therapy-Craniosacral Therapy
Fagowees send their condolences to the
family of
Mahloon ”Dutch” C. Mueller
Cathy Mlady, LMT
www.heartlight-healing.com
8193 Avery Rd., Ste 202
Broadview Hts., OH 44147
440.546.7090
fax 440.546.2698
Dutch is survived by his wife, two daughters, and several grandchildren. Please
keep them in your thoughts during this
difficult time.
COMING ATTRACTIONS
September Events
9/1-5
Houseboat Trip
9/6
Informal Meeting
9/10
Euchre Tournament
9/11
Windsurfing @ New London Reservoir
9/20
Meeting
9/24
Pub Crawl -- Ohio City
9/24
Skullz North Bend Trail, WVA
9/29
Happy Hour
Mark H 216-789-6685 or Lee A 440-821-8896
Stampers - Fairview Park
Call Pat M. or Cynthia S.
Mike K 216-382-7284
Ampol Hall
Watch for details....
Information about the trail can be found at
The Tradesman
Future Events
10/4
10/7-9
10/14-16
10/18
10/21
10/29-10/30
3/17-24/12
Ampol Hall
See ad in this issue
Buy your pick a day or season pass from Fagowees
Ampol Hall
Great band! Save the date!
Lakefront Arena, Parma
See ad inside or talk to Alicia C or Tom K
Regular Meeting
Fall Pack Trip
Boston Mills Open House
Regular Meeting
Halloween Party
Cleveland Winter Sports Show
Big Sky Ski Trip
Don’t Forget!
Boston Mills/Brandywine Open House
Friday 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM
October 14 - 16
Saturday 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Thursday, September 29, 6 - 10 PM
Happy Hour!
The Tradesman
5746 State Rd. (just north of Snow Rd.)
Parma, OH
www.tradesmantavern.com
Sunday 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM
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DATED MATERIAL
***DO NOT DELAY***
Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
1 Golf Jiffi
2 Houseboat
3 Houseboat
September, 2011
4 Houseboat
5 Houseboat
6 Informal Mtg Stampers
7 Wednesday Nite
Ride
8 Golf Jiffi
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10 Euchre
Tournament
Monday Nite Ride
11 Windsurfing
12 Monday Nite
Ride
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14 Wednesday
Nite Ride
15 Golf Jiffi
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19 Monday Nite
Ride
20 Regular Mtg ʹ
Ampol Hall
21 Wednesday
Nite Ride
22 Golf Jiffi
23 Skullz - North
Bend Trail-WVA
24 Skullz - North
Bend Trail-WVA
25 Skullz - North
Bend Trail-WVA
26 Monday Nite
Ride
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28 Wednesday
Nite Ride
29 Golf Jiffi
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TBD
Pub Crawl