OACBS President’s Message – November 2021
It seems we went from Summer to Winter very quickly this year. It caught me a little flat footed as I was suited up in the lake just the other day getting my dock and lift removed. Had to hit the Hot tub when my entire body started convulsing before completely finishing the job; so, it seems that I`m going to have to brave the elements one more time before snow ski season begins!
This was clearly another disappointing year as far as club activities and antique boating goes. Our group was hoping to participate in a poker run at Shuswap Lake however we were scuttled not only by Covid, but the horrendous wildfire situation in our province. Several members of our club were looking forward to attending the ACBS International show in Couer d`Alene and/or the Mahogany and Merlot in Lake Chelan but were forced to cancel when the border opening kept getting delayed. This has all resulted in a strain on the cohesiveness and fortitude of our group but perhaps adversity will make us stronger. There has been much talk at the Board level about the importance of having some in-person events in 2022 and I am committed to helping make that happen. The border to the US is also now open and we look forward to a relaxation of the testing requirements so that we are able to participate in events with our friends to the south in 2022.
Just a couple days ago I represented the club at an ACBS National Chapter Roundtable Meeting on Zoom. The meeting was well attended with, I believe 45 or more people on the video conference. The ACBS executive shared demonstrated the resources that are available to the Chapters and individual members. There were a couple of power point presentations that I am more than happy to share with any of our interested members.
Stay Warm!
Jim Cooper
Jim was fortunate enough to go to Europe this Fall… These are Rivas in Monaco!
