We had a spectacular evening for our DAF annual potluck dinner. Thanks to Craig and Hanne Ekberg for allowing us to use their beautiful hangar for the event! Also we should recognize the many volunteers that spend their free time on making the event a success.
Saturday morning setup of the hangar was done by Linda Howard, Robert Beckwith, Laurice Churchill, Kel Vanderlip, Nancy Schunke, Steve Sappington, Gary Palmer, Jeanne Shaw, Mitch Taylor, Tina Robinson, Peter Broen, Patti LaGrelius, Anne Minder, and Jim Pavlick. Of course we had Jeanne covering most of the food and planning logistics with Nancy and Robert making sure we had beverages. Laurice and Patti did a great job greeting our members and taking care of the cash. A big thanks to Greg Bloomstadt, Jim Pavlick, and Tina Robinson for keeping the burgers moving! Also, thanks to our bartender, Rose Pavlick (this is one of our more important positions..).
Many of the same crew were back on Sunday morning to clean the hangar, and move the airplanes, chairs and tables. My apologies if I missed anyone. A big thanks to all of the DAF volunteers!
The DAF aviators and their passengers met up on Saturday, July 11th at 10AM at the GAC, only to be greeted by a low cloud deck. Luckily, around 11AM the weather began to clear and the DAF armada of nine aircraft launched for the Santa Ynez airport. Mitch hosted with his exceptional brisket at the grassy picnic area beneath the trees on airport grounds. It was a perfect day to relax in the shade and enjoy brisket, pot luck dishes, and good company. Everyone returned to Torrance that afternoon under sunny skies and light breezes. A tremendous thanks to Mitch Taylor for hosting this event and the 17 previous years he has graced us with his culinary skills.
Six DAFer aircraft made their way to Placerville, CA on Friday May 29th for a perfect three day weekend in California Gold Country. Great flying conditions (with the exception of some significant headwinds at altitude) made the flight northward a pleasant one. With 14 DAF members meeting for cocktails that evening, followed by some exceptional Mexican food, it was a great way to start our three day mission.
On Saturday, club members chose a variety of activities to include, touring Hangtown (Placerville) in the morning, gold mine tours, and wine tasting. Everyone joined up that afternoon at Starfield winery to be hosted by Larry and Jodie Chapman for an exceptional wine tasting. Departing Starfield we then met at the Chapman home for a wonderful evening of live music, dancing, water events, and an exceptional dinner paired with a variety of local wines.
On Sunday, club members enjoyed the morning in Gold Country and then made their way back to their awaiting aeronautical steeds at Placerville Airport. The flights home to Torrance airport were conducted in perfect flying conditions.
We can’t thank the Chapman's enough for all they did to make this a fun club event. Going far beyond the call of duty; they gave everyone rides between the airport and the downtown rental car facility; hosted a wine tasting; and then shared their home with us for a memorable evening of fun and dining.
Thanks to Jodie and Larry from the DAFer gang!
We had 3 airplanes and 5 DAFers in attendance, they enjoyed a great lunch at the Wings Cafe. After lunch we took a few pictures then we all headed back to TOA. It was enjoyed by all.
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