January 2020 Newsletter.
• WELCOME MEMBERS AND GUESTS.
- Meeting called to order at 10:11am by Steve M. A welcome back to Joe Gallo, and all our members.
• READING/ACCEPTANCE OF PRIOR MONTH’S MINUTES.
- Steve K. made the motion to accept last months minutes and was seconded by Mike B. All members were in agreement.
• OLD BUSINESS.
- Outing calendar—We have a very ambitious outing calendar this year. We are looking forward to some very fun and exhilarating events for our chapter. Please try to come and join in the fun.
- Orange County Library—We have been invited to present a metal detecting and gold panning demonstration for the Orlando Library System. This will be held on Saturday Jan 18th , 2020, at 11am, at the Chickasaw Library located at;
Chickasaw Trail branch
870 N Chickasaw Trail
Orlando, FL 33825
We need member participation to inform the public about our interesting hobbies. This is a good way to attract interest as well as new members. Please show up at 10am to help with set up and organization of our equipment. Free parking in the library parking lot. Hope to see many enthusiastic members participating.
• NEW BUSINESS.
- Overview of our Christmas Party points requirements: Must have a validated GPAA or LDMA membership.
Points are given as follows:
4 meetings or outings attended receive 1 ticket.
Then 1 ticket for every meeting or event attended greater than 4.
- February metal detecting outing is scheduled Feb.22, 2020 at Sun Splash Park at Daytona Beach. We will meet at 9am for a fun filled day. Members usually bring their own lunch and some drinks to enjoy on the beach. Free parking and restrooms are located right where we are too.
Our next meeting is February 8th at Warren Park at 10am. This will be a good meeting since it is one of our potluck meetings. Please bring a dish to pass. Our potluck is always a nice spread!
• RAFFLES & DRAWINGS
Our gold drawing was won by Steve K. The 50/50 drawing was won by Mike B.
Meeting came to a close at 10:55am.
• WELCOME MEMBERS AND GUESTS.
- Meeting called to order at 10:11am by Steve M. A welcome back to Joe Gallo, and all our members.
• READING/ACCEPTANCE OF PRIOR MONTH’S MINUTES.
- Steve K. made the motion to accept last months minutes and was seconded by Mike B. All members were in agreement.
• OLD BUSINESS.
- Outing calendar—We have a very ambitious outing calendar this year. We are looking forward to some very fun and exhilarating events for our chapter. Please try to come and join in the fun.
- Orange County Library—We have been invited to present a metal detecting and gold panning demonstration for the Orlando Library System. This will be held on Saturday Jan 18th , 2020, at 11am, at the Chickasaw Library located at;
Chickasaw Trail branch
870 N Chickasaw Trail
Orlando, FL 33825
We need member participation to inform the public about our interesting hobbies. This is a good way to attract interest as well as new members. Please show up at 10am to help with set up and organization of our equipment. Free parking in the library parking lot. Hope to see many enthusiastic members participating.
• NEW BUSINESS.
- Overview of our Christmas Party points requirements: Must have a validated GPAA or LDMA membership.
Points are given as follows:
4 meetings or outings attended receive 1 ticket.
Then 1 ticket for every meeting or event attended greater than 4.
- February metal detecting outing is scheduled Feb.22, 2020 at Sun Splash Park at Daytona Beach. We will meet at 9am for a fun filled day. Members usually bring their own lunch and some drinks to enjoy on the beach. Free parking and restrooms are located right where we are too.
Our next meeting is February 8th at Warren Park at 10am. This will be a good meeting since it is one of our potluck meetings. Please bring a dish to pass. Our potluck is always a nice spread!
• RAFFLES & DRAWINGS
Our gold drawing was won by Steve K. The 50/50 drawing was won by Mike B.
Meeting came to a close at 10:55am.
February 2020 Newsletter.
• WELCOME MEMBERS AND GUESTS.
- The meeting was called to order by Steve M. at 10:27am. With our heavy hearts we sadly announce the passing of our friend and State Director Tim Leibel in late December. Our thought and prayers are with his family.
This meeting was one of our wonderful potluck meetings. These meetings mean real good food with good times being had by all.
• READING/ACCEPTANCE OF PRIOR MONTH’S MINUTES.
- A motion was made to accept last months minutes by Steve K. It was 2nd by Lou V. All members were in agreement.
• OLD BUSINESS.
- Orange County Library metal detector / gold panning demo:
This was greatly appreciated and enjoyed by participants as well as our members. This event attracted many people eager to see how our hobbies are done and give it a try for themselves. We have been asked to have another demo for the library system in the future but on the western side of Orlando. This will be scheduled at a later date which will be announced. Thanks to our informative members for sharing their skills and goods.
- Sun Splash Park metal detecting outing:
We have a metal detecting outing scheduled for February 22, 2020 at Sun Splash Park in Daytona Beach at 9 am. Bring some lunch and drinks as well as chairs to rest. There are restrooms and free parking available at this park. Come join in the fun and adventure of possibly finding treasures! All are welcome.
• NEW BUSINESS.
- Woody has been nominated to be our new position of Sergeant at Arms. Debbie C. suggested that we say the Pledge of Allegiance at the start of our meetings and at our outings. Debbie suggested the we should nominate Woody for the position. Mike B. made the motion and it was 2nd by Steve K. Lou V. will be his fill in whenever needed. Thank you, Woody!
Christmas party pavilion rental: Dec 12, 2020
We will be renting the pavilion at Warren Park again for our annual party. Reservations will be made as soon as possible by our treasurer and secretary.
Corn House Creek / Alabama Gold Camp outing: May 27-31, 2020
We are now signing up for this outing. Please let us know what type of equipment you are able to bring with you to the dig. We are planning on spending at least one whole day at Corn House Creek (GPAA claim). This is a prime location to use your dredging equipment. Even if you are unable to come to the meetings, you can still sign up by email. Reply back to this e-mail if you are interested in going. Hope to see you there.
Lucky Strike gold dig outing: June 24-28, 2020
We are considering renting the plant for 2 days, preferably that Thursday and Friday. At least 10 dedicated people are needed to participate in this endeavor. The cost will be approximately $150.00 each with ten participants. The more members that decide to run the plant the more the price will go down accordingly. Using the plant is more physically demanding, so an ample amount of people are needed to help with rotation for breaks. All the dirt you can run is included in this price. This will be a total team effort. Please consider signing up.
• RAFFLES & DRAWINGS
The gold drawing was won by Jan B. The 50/50 drawing was won by Ann.
Let us keep Steve K. and Les P. in your thoughts and prayers for speedy recoveries.
• WELCOME MEMBERS AND GUESTS.
- The meeting was called to order by Steve M. at 10:27am. With our heavy hearts we sadly announce the passing of our friend and State Director Tim Leibel in late December. Our thought and prayers are with his family.
This meeting was one of our wonderful potluck meetings. These meetings mean real good food with good times being had by all.
• READING/ACCEPTANCE OF PRIOR MONTH’S MINUTES.
- A motion was made to accept last months minutes by Steve K. It was 2nd by Lou V. All members were in agreement.
• OLD BUSINESS.
- Orange County Library metal detector / gold panning demo:
This was greatly appreciated and enjoyed by participants as well as our members. This event attracted many people eager to see how our hobbies are done and give it a try for themselves. We have been asked to have another demo for the library system in the future but on the western side of Orlando. This will be scheduled at a later date which will be announced. Thanks to our informative members for sharing their skills and goods.
- Sun Splash Park metal detecting outing:
We have a metal detecting outing scheduled for February 22, 2020 at Sun Splash Park in Daytona Beach at 9 am. Bring some lunch and drinks as well as chairs to rest. There are restrooms and free parking available at this park. Come join in the fun and adventure of possibly finding treasures! All are welcome.
• NEW BUSINESS.
- Woody has been nominated to be our new position of Sergeant at Arms. Debbie C. suggested that we say the Pledge of Allegiance at the start of our meetings and at our outings. Debbie suggested the we should nominate Woody for the position. Mike B. made the motion and it was 2nd by Steve K. Lou V. will be his fill in whenever needed. Thank you, Woody!
Christmas party pavilion rental: Dec 12, 2020
We will be renting the pavilion at Warren Park again for our annual party. Reservations will be made as soon as possible by our treasurer and secretary.
Corn House Creek / Alabama Gold Camp outing: May 27-31, 2020
We are now signing up for this outing. Please let us know what type of equipment you are able to bring with you to the dig. We are planning on spending at least one whole day at Corn House Creek (GPAA claim). This is a prime location to use your dredging equipment. Even if you are unable to come to the meetings, you can still sign up by email. Reply back to this e-mail if you are interested in going. Hope to see you there.
Lucky Strike gold dig outing: June 24-28, 2020
We are considering renting the plant for 2 days, preferably that Thursday and Friday. At least 10 dedicated people are needed to participate in this endeavor. The cost will be approximately $150.00 each with ten participants. The more members that decide to run the plant the more the price will go down accordingly. Using the plant is more physically demanding, so an ample amount of people are needed to help with rotation for breaks. All the dirt you can run is included in this price. This will be a total team effort. Please consider signing up.
• RAFFLES & DRAWINGS
The gold drawing was won by Jan B. The 50/50 drawing was won by Ann.
Let us keep Steve K. and Les P. in your thoughts and prayers for speedy recoveries.
March 2020 Newsletter.
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April 2020 Newsletter.
Meeting cancelled due to COV Lockdown.
Meeting cancelled due to COV Lockdown.
May 2020 Newsletter.
• WELCOME MEMBERS AND GUESTS.
- The meeting was called to order at 10:11am. Welcome to our guest, Candyce V. Glad to see our members again.
• READING/ACCEPTANCE OF PRIOR MONTH’S MINUTES.
- The minutes from March were accepted as written. The motion was made by Woody then 2nd by Les P. Everyone agreed.
• OLD BUSINESS.
- Corn House Creek/ Alabama Gold Camp outing, May 27-31, 2020. We are planning on digging at Corn House Creek and when and if we dig at Alabama Gold Camp at least 100ft of discharge hose. The creek is quite a distance from where the dirt piles are located. Camping is on a first come first serve basis, so no reservations are taken. It is also a cash or check only establishment. Camping is $25.00 a night for full hook up and $5.00 for primitive sites. If 10 or more people are going the club voted to pay the first $100.00 towards the cost of the food bill. We need a head count soon, so please make a commitment to go soon to Cindy V. or Steve M. and let us know what equipment you will be bringing along. Hope to see you there.
- Lucky Strike outing, June 24-28, 2020. We are planning on running the plant a minimum of 1 day with dirt from Box Creek. We need a good, committed team to do so. If we have 10 people, the cost will be $85.00 a day per person. Please sign up at the next meeting or by e-mail if interested. Camping is $20 a night for full hook up. We will also be running high bankers during this outing as well. Inland metal detecting is scheduled for August on a Saturday (1st, 15th, 22nd, or 29th) - Lou V. is looking into this venture and all suggestions are welcome, date to be agreed upon at a future meeting.
Inland metal detecting is scheduled for August on a Saturday (1st, 15th, 22nd, or 29th) - Lou V. is looking into this venture and all suggestions are welcome, date to be agreed upon at a future meeting.
• NEW BUSINESS.
- There is a new points system from the GPAA. If you choose to extend your membership again, please make sure you ask for your points to be directed to the Orlando GPAA chapter. This helps the club in many ways.
• RAFFLES & DRAWINGS
Due to the low attendance of the May meeting it was not feasible to have Raffles and drawings this month. Les P. made this motion and Joe G. 2nd it. Agreement was made by all.
Next meeting is June 13th and is scheduled to be a potluck. This will be decided before the meeting to keep everyone informed. Hope to see everyone there.
• WELCOME MEMBERS AND GUESTS.
- The meeting was called to order at 10:11am. Welcome to our guest, Candyce V. Glad to see our members again.
• READING/ACCEPTANCE OF PRIOR MONTH’S MINUTES.
- The minutes from March were accepted as written. The motion was made by Woody then 2nd by Les P. Everyone agreed.
• OLD BUSINESS.
- Corn House Creek/ Alabama Gold Camp outing, May 27-31, 2020. We are planning on digging at Corn House Creek and when and if we dig at Alabama Gold Camp at least 100ft of discharge hose. The creek is quite a distance from where the dirt piles are located. Camping is on a first come first serve basis, so no reservations are taken. It is also a cash or check only establishment. Camping is $25.00 a night for full hook up and $5.00 for primitive sites. If 10 or more people are going the club voted to pay the first $100.00 towards the cost of the food bill. We need a head count soon, so please make a commitment to go soon to Cindy V. or Steve M. and let us know what equipment you will be bringing along. Hope to see you there.
- Lucky Strike outing, June 24-28, 2020. We are planning on running the plant a minimum of 1 day with dirt from Box Creek. We need a good, committed team to do so. If we have 10 people, the cost will be $85.00 a day per person. Please sign up at the next meeting or by e-mail if interested. Camping is $20 a night for full hook up. We will also be running high bankers during this outing as well. Inland metal detecting is scheduled for August on a Saturday (1st, 15th, 22nd, or 29th) - Lou V. is looking into this venture and all suggestions are welcome, date to be agreed upon at a future meeting.
Inland metal detecting is scheduled for August on a Saturday (1st, 15th, 22nd, or 29th) - Lou V. is looking into this venture and all suggestions are welcome, date to be agreed upon at a future meeting.
• NEW BUSINESS.
- There is a new points system from the GPAA. If you choose to extend your membership again, please make sure you ask for your points to be directed to the Orlando GPAA chapter. This helps the club in many ways.
• RAFFLES & DRAWINGS
Due to the low attendance of the May meeting it was not feasible to have Raffles and drawings this month. Les P. made this motion and Joe G. 2nd it. Agreement was made by all.
Next meeting is June 13th and is scheduled to be a potluck. This will be decided before the meeting to keep everyone informed. Hope to see everyone there.
June 2020 Newsletter.
• WELCOME MEMBERS AND GUESTS.
- The meeting was called to order at 10:12am by Pres. Steve M. Nice to see our members venturing out again for our meeting. Pledge of Allegiance was given by our Sergeant at Arms, Woody.
• READING/ACCEPTANCE OF PRIOR MONTH’S MINUTES.
- The minutes from May were accepted as written. The motion was made by Mike B. and 2nd by Lou V. Everyone agreed.
• OLD BUSINESS.
- Alabama Gold Camp / Cornhouse Creek outing was reviewed by Steve K. It was a learning experience since the Cornhouse Creek is below the dam, so the water level rises at different scheduled times during the day. We found the website that makes the information available to all. This will be used on the next scheduled trip this fall. More gold was recovered from Cornhouse Creek than at Alabama Gold Camp in a shorter time period. A good time was had by all.
- Lucky Strike outing is June 24th to June 28th, 2020. We have decided against renting the plant due to lack of participants for this outing. The plant will be used by the local gold club on Friday and Saturday so we can observe what it takes to run it efficiently. Hopefully, we can try to rent the plant this coming October outing. Its not to late to join us for this common club dig. Come out and join the fun!
- Inland metal detecting is scheduled for August on a Saturday (1st, 15th, 22nd, or 29th) - Lou V. is looking into this venture and all suggestions are welcome, date to be agreed upon at a future meeting.
• NEW BUSINESS.
- A proposal was brought addressed to our Chapter by VP. Les P. to see if members were interested in changing the current gold split policy to a more personalized dig and split. A motion was made by Steve K. to keep the current club policy. It was 2nd by Woody and the members all agreed.
- The club is looking to replenish our Raffle gold. Please contact Pres. Steve M. if you are interested in selling your clean gold. Spot price will be paid.
• RAFFLES & DRAWINGS
50/50 drawing was won by Lou V. Gold drawing was won by Lou V.
Next meeting is July 11th ,2020. Hope to see everyone there.
• WELCOME MEMBERS AND GUESTS.
- The meeting was called to order at 10:12am by Pres. Steve M. Nice to see our members venturing out again for our meeting. Pledge of Allegiance was given by our Sergeant at Arms, Woody.
• READING/ACCEPTANCE OF PRIOR MONTH’S MINUTES.
- The minutes from May were accepted as written. The motion was made by Mike B. and 2nd by Lou V. Everyone agreed.
• OLD BUSINESS.
- Alabama Gold Camp / Cornhouse Creek outing was reviewed by Steve K. It was a learning experience since the Cornhouse Creek is below the dam, so the water level rises at different scheduled times during the day. We found the website that makes the information available to all. This will be used on the next scheduled trip this fall. More gold was recovered from Cornhouse Creek than at Alabama Gold Camp in a shorter time period. A good time was had by all.
- Lucky Strike outing is June 24th to June 28th, 2020. We have decided against renting the plant due to lack of participants for this outing. The plant will be used by the local gold club on Friday and Saturday so we can observe what it takes to run it efficiently. Hopefully, we can try to rent the plant this coming October outing. Its not to late to join us for this common club dig. Come out and join the fun!
- Inland metal detecting is scheduled for August on a Saturday (1st, 15th, 22nd, or 29th) - Lou V. is looking into this venture and all suggestions are welcome, date to be agreed upon at a future meeting.
• NEW BUSINESS.
- A proposal was brought addressed to our Chapter by VP. Les P. to see if members were interested in changing the current gold split policy to a more personalized dig and split. A motion was made by Steve K. to keep the current club policy. It was 2nd by Woody and the members all agreed.
- The club is looking to replenish our Raffle gold. Please contact Pres. Steve M. if you are interested in selling your clean gold. Spot price will be paid.
• RAFFLES & DRAWINGS
50/50 drawing was won by Lou V. Gold drawing was won by Lou V.
Next meeting is July 11th ,2020. Hope to see everyone there.
July 2020 Newsletter.
• WELCOME MEMBERS AND GUESTS.
- The meeting was called to order by Steve M. at 10:14am. Pledge was led by Sergeant of Arms, Woody.
• READING/ACCEPTANCE OF PRIOR MONTH’S MINUTES.
- Motion was made by Mike B. and was 2nd by Woody. All members were in agreement.
• OLD BUSINESS.
- Our Lucky Strike outing produced some good times and a good amount of gold too. We were able to join the local Vein Mountain Miners Club in running of the plant during the weekend. Our team of members helped run 20 loads of dirt during their shift which yielded a nice amount of gold per person. This reinforced our idea to run the plant as a group on the next outing.
- Metal Detecting Lou V. says that inland areas are very scarce to find for metal detecting, so he recommends a beach outing instead. We were discussing the possibility of having an afternoon outing somewhere around a 4pm time. A few members were talking about camping near the dig to have a longer more enjoyable time. More will be decided at the next meeting on this subject
- Chapter points - A reminder when you renew your membership please ask to have your points credited to our Orlando GPAA chapter. Thank you for helping the club in this way.
• NEW BUSINESS.
- Alabama Gold Camp / Cornhouse Creek outing scheduled September 16-20, 2020. We are planning on least one day at Cornhouse Creek. We will be using highbankers, sluices and dredges on the creek. So, if you want to be part of this outing please sign up at the meeting or on-line.
- Lucky Strike outing is October 14-18, 2020. Please mark these dates in your calendar to participate in this most enjoyable outing.
• RAFFLES & DRAWINGS
50/50 Raffle was won by Mike B. Gold drawing was won by Woody.
Meeting was closed at 10:57am.
• WELCOME MEMBERS AND GUESTS.
- The meeting was called to order by Steve M. at 10:14am. Pledge was led by Sergeant of Arms, Woody.
• READING/ACCEPTANCE OF PRIOR MONTH’S MINUTES.
- Motion was made by Mike B. and was 2nd by Woody. All members were in agreement.
• OLD BUSINESS.
- Our Lucky Strike outing produced some good times and a good amount of gold too. We were able to join the local Vein Mountain Miners Club in running of the plant during the weekend. Our team of members helped run 20 loads of dirt during their shift which yielded a nice amount of gold per person. This reinforced our idea to run the plant as a group on the next outing.
- Metal Detecting Lou V. says that inland areas are very scarce to find for metal detecting, so he recommends a beach outing instead. We were discussing the possibility of having an afternoon outing somewhere around a 4pm time. A few members were talking about camping near the dig to have a longer more enjoyable time. More will be decided at the next meeting on this subject
- Chapter points - A reminder when you renew your membership please ask to have your points credited to our Orlando GPAA chapter. Thank you for helping the club in this way.
• NEW BUSINESS.
- Alabama Gold Camp / Cornhouse Creek outing scheduled September 16-20, 2020. We are planning on least one day at Cornhouse Creek. We will be using highbankers, sluices and dredges on the creek. So, if you want to be part of this outing please sign up at the meeting or on-line.
- Lucky Strike outing is October 14-18, 2020. Please mark these dates in your calendar to participate in this most enjoyable outing.
• RAFFLES & DRAWINGS
50/50 Raffle was won by Mike B. Gold drawing was won by Woody.
Meeting was closed at 10:57am.
August 2020 Newsletter.
• WELCOME MEMBERS AND GUESTS.
- Meeting called to order by Steve M. at 10:02am. Pledge of Allegiance was led by Sergeant of Arms Woody.
• READING/ACCEPTANCE OF PRIOR MONTH’S MINUTES.
- Bob G. made the motion to accept last month minutes and Lou V. 2nd it. Everyone agreed.
• OLD BUSINESS.
- There is a metal detecting outing scheduled for August 22, 2020 at the Atlantic beach access at located at 14100 State Hwy A1A. We are meeting at 9am and would like to have you join us. Please bring your own lunch and drinks along with a chair. There is plenty of free parking and clean restrooms at this location.
• NEW BUSINESS.
- Alabama Gold Camp / Cornhouse Creek outing is being held Sept 16-20, 2020. We have to work our dig schedule around the R.L. Harris Dam power generating with water release schedule while working at Cornhouse Creek. This could alter our breakfast serving time. If we have at least 10 or more participants, the club will pay the first $100 towards the food bill.
- Lucky Strike outing is October 14-18, 2020. Please mark these dates in your calendar to participate in this most enjoyable outing.
• RAFFLES & DRAWINGS
50/50 Raffle was won by Mike B. Gold drawing was won by Steve M.
The meeting was called to a close at 10:35am by Woody. Bob G 2nd the motion.
• WELCOME MEMBERS AND GUESTS.
- Meeting called to order by Steve M. at 10:02am. Pledge of Allegiance was led by Sergeant of Arms Woody.
• READING/ACCEPTANCE OF PRIOR MONTH’S MINUTES.
- Bob G. made the motion to accept last month minutes and Lou V. 2nd it. Everyone agreed.
• OLD BUSINESS.
- There is a metal detecting outing scheduled for August 22, 2020 at the Atlantic beach access at located at 14100 State Hwy A1A. We are meeting at 9am and would like to have you join us. Please bring your own lunch and drinks along with a chair. There is plenty of free parking and clean restrooms at this location.
• NEW BUSINESS.
- Alabama Gold Camp / Cornhouse Creek outing is being held Sept 16-20, 2020. We have to work our dig schedule around the R.L. Harris Dam power generating with water release schedule while working at Cornhouse Creek. This could alter our breakfast serving time. If we have at least 10 or more participants, the club will pay the first $100 towards the food bill.
- Lucky Strike outing is October 14-18, 2020. Please mark these dates in your calendar to participate in this most enjoyable outing.
• RAFFLES & DRAWINGS
50/50 Raffle was won by Mike B. Gold drawing was won by Steve M.
The meeting was called to a close at 10:35am by Woody. Bob G 2nd the motion.
September 2020 Newsletter.
• WELCOME MEMBERS AND GUESTS.
- Meeting called to order at 10:06 by Steve M. Sergeant of Arms, Woody led the Pledge of Allegiance.
• READING/ACCEPTANCE OF PRIOR MONTH’S MINUTES.
- Motion was made by Mike B. to accept the minutes as written. Woody seconded it and everyone agreed.
• OLD BUSINESS.
- Alabama Gold Camp/ Corn House Creek outing is coming up on September 14-20,2020. We are looking forward to an enjoyable and prosperous time to be had by all participants.
- Lucky Strike outing is October 15-19, 2020. Please sign up at the next meeting or by Email to get an accurate count of participants. If the Wash Plant is being used by the local club, we can buy in again as we did at the last Lucky Strike outing. We can get the dirt from Box Creek for the high bankers too. Come join us in this outing with guaranteed fun and good company along with some nice gold.
• NEW BUSINESS.
- A proposal was made by Les P. to have the club kick in money towards the food costs at a dig outing to take effect for any number of members instead of the previous 10 needed. Woody made the motion to change the amount and Mike B. 2nd it. All present members voted in favor of proposal.
- The Christmas exchange gift has been set at a $20.00 limit. If you bring a gift you will receive a gift too.
- Our next meeting is October 10, 2020 at Warren Park 10:00am. This will be a potluck meeting so start planning on what dish you would like to bring to share. Always a good meeting that involves good food.
• RAFFLES & DRAWINGS
Gold draw was won by Jan B.
50/50 drawing was won by Steve M. He graciously donated his winnings back to the club. Thank you, Steve M.
Meeting was closed at 10:45am.
• WELCOME MEMBERS AND GUESTS.
- Meeting called to order at 10:06 by Steve M. Sergeant of Arms, Woody led the Pledge of Allegiance.
• READING/ACCEPTANCE OF PRIOR MONTH’S MINUTES.
- Motion was made by Mike B. to accept the minutes as written. Woody seconded it and everyone agreed.
• OLD BUSINESS.
- Alabama Gold Camp/ Corn House Creek outing is coming up on September 14-20,2020. We are looking forward to an enjoyable and prosperous time to be had by all participants.
- Lucky Strike outing is October 15-19, 2020. Please sign up at the next meeting or by Email to get an accurate count of participants. If the Wash Plant is being used by the local club, we can buy in again as we did at the last Lucky Strike outing. We can get the dirt from Box Creek for the high bankers too. Come join us in this outing with guaranteed fun and good company along with some nice gold.
• NEW BUSINESS.
- A proposal was made by Les P. to have the club kick in money towards the food costs at a dig outing to take effect for any number of members instead of the previous 10 needed. Woody made the motion to change the amount and Mike B. 2nd it. All present members voted in favor of proposal.
- The Christmas exchange gift has been set at a $20.00 limit. If you bring a gift you will receive a gift too.
- Our next meeting is October 10, 2020 at Warren Park 10:00am. This will be a potluck meeting so start planning on what dish you would like to bring to share. Always a good meeting that involves good food.
• RAFFLES & DRAWINGS
Gold draw was won by Jan B.
50/50 drawing was won by Steve M. He graciously donated his winnings back to the club. Thank you, Steve M.
Meeting was closed at 10:45am.
October 2020 Newsletter.
• WELCOME MEMBERS AND GUESTS.
- Meeting called to order at 10:06 by Steve M. Sergeant of Arms, Woody led the Pledge of Allegiance. Welcome to our newcomer, John Evans.
• READING/ACCEPTANCE OF PRIOR MONTH’S MINUTES.
- Amendment to September minutes – clarification: The new policy for the club supplementing the food cost for long trip outings. The Orlando chapter will contribute $10.00 per member as well as their spouse - significant other, from the chapter treasury, towards the total cost of food. Motion was made by Woody to accept the minutes as written. Les P. seconded it, and everyone agreed.
• OLD BUSINESS.
- Due to the inclement weather caused by hurricane Sally, the Alabama Gold Camp/ Corn House Creek outing was cancelled. The decision was agreed upon by the participating members to instead, change the outing destination to Lucky Strike Campground in Marion North Carolina. A great time was had by all attendees.
- Mike B reported that our pavilion rental has been reserved for the annual Christmas party on December 12, 2020. Thank you so much Mike for your persistence.
• NEW BUSINESS.
- Lucky Strike outing is October 15-19, 2020. Please E-mail if you are able to participate but have not signed up at the meeting to get an accurate count of participants for food. Come join us in this outing with guaranteed fun and good company along with some nice gold.
- The Christmas exchange gift has been set at a $20.00 limit. If you bring a gift you will receive a gift too. Please sign up at the meetings if you are interested in joining the festivities or E-mail us your reservation as well as the total number of guests that you are bringing. The Christmas party begins at 11am.
- Our next meeting is November 14, 2020 at Warren Park 10:00am. This meeting will primarily be for planning our outings for 2021.
• RAFFLES & DRAWINGS
Gold draw was won by Lou V.
50/50 drawing was won by Cheryl B. He graciously donated his winnings back to the club. Thank you, Cheryl B.
Meeting was closed at 11:08am and a wonderful Potluck Lunch was enjoyed by all.
• WELCOME MEMBERS AND GUESTS.
- Meeting called to order at 10:06 by Steve M. Sergeant of Arms, Woody led the Pledge of Allegiance. Welcome to our newcomer, John Evans.
• READING/ACCEPTANCE OF PRIOR MONTH’S MINUTES.
- Amendment to September minutes – clarification: The new policy for the club supplementing the food cost for long trip outings. The Orlando chapter will contribute $10.00 per member as well as their spouse - significant other, from the chapter treasury, towards the total cost of food. Motion was made by Woody to accept the minutes as written. Les P. seconded it, and everyone agreed.
• OLD BUSINESS.
- Due to the inclement weather caused by hurricane Sally, the Alabama Gold Camp/ Corn House Creek outing was cancelled. The decision was agreed upon by the participating members to instead, change the outing destination to Lucky Strike Campground in Marion North Carolina. A great time was had by all attendees.
- Mike B reported that our pavilion rental has been reserved for the annual Christmas party on December 12, 2020. Thank you so much Mike for your persistence.
• NEW BUSINESS.
- Lucky Strike outing is October 15-19, 2020. Please E-mail if you are able to participate but have not signed up at the meeting to get an accurate count of participants for food. Come join us in this outing with guaranteed fun and good company along with some nice gold.
- The Christmas exchange gift has been set at a $20.00 limit. If you bring a gift you will receive a gift too. Please sign up at the meetings if you are interested in joining the festivities or E-mail us your reservation as well as the total number of guests that you are bringing. The Christmas party begins at 11am.
- Our next meeting is November 14, 2020 at Warren Park 10:00am. This meeting will primarily be for planning our outings for 2021.
• RAFFLES & DRAWINGS
Gold draw was won by Lou V.
50/50 drawing was won by Cheryl B. He graciously donated his winnings back to the club. Thank you, Cheryl B.
Meeting was closed at 11:08am and a wonderful Potluck Lunch was enjoyed by all.
November 2020 Newsletter.
• WELCOME MEMBERS AND GUESTS.
- The meeting was called to order at 10:12am by President Steve M. Master of Arms, Woody, led the Pledge of Allegiance. A warm welcome was given to Mildred Chirkis and Dewey Norris. Glad to meet you and hope to see more of you.
• READING/ACCEPTANCE OF PRIOR MONTH’S MINUTES.
- Woody made the motion to accept the minutes as written and Steve K. 2nd the motion. All members were in favor.
• OLD BUSINESS.
- The Lucky Strike outing was very enjoyable as usual. The weather was a bit cold for us Floridians, but we managed to survive. The gold split was good and consisted of quite a bit of ultra-fine gold, but gold is gold no matter how small. We have to change how and when we do the clean up based on the number of participants and the number of machines being used at an outing.
- Metal detecting – We are meeting this coming Saturday, 10/21/2020 at 9am at:
Manatee Beach Park
4000 State Road, Gulf Drive, FL-64,
Holmes Beach, FL 34217
This public beach is located on Ana-Maria Island at the extreme west end of FL-SR-64. Bring a chair and cold drinks. A lunch will be provided by Mike and Cheryl B. and Lou and Cindy V.
• NEW BUSINESS.
- Voting for GPAA Orlando Chapter officers, will take place during our Christmas party / meeting, on Saturday, 12/12/2020. We will be using paper ballots and the results will be given during the meeting. Come and cast your vote. Remember, all “legal” votes count.
- Steve M. brought up to see if members wanted to continue our member gold giveaway at the Christmas party as we have in the past. The idea was discussed and then a motion was made by Les P. to continue. This was then 2nd by Bob G., the final vote was 8 members for and 1 against. This means the gold giveaway will continue. To receive gold at the Christmas party you must be a good standing member with a verified membership card.
- Our next meeting is December 12, 2020 at Warren Park 11:00am. This meeting will out Holiday party, and Officer Elections.
• RAFFLES & DRAWINGS
50/50 drawing was won by Les P. Gold drawing was won by Cheryl B.
• WELCOME MEMBERS AND GUESTS.
- The meeting was called to order at 10:12am by President Steve M. Master of Arms, Woody, led the Pledge of Allegiance. A warm welcome was given to Mildred Chirkis and Dewey Norris. Glad to meet you and hope to see more of you.
• READING/ACCEPTANCE OF PRIOR MONTH’S MINUTES.
- Woody made the motion to accept the minutes as written and Steve K. 2nd the motion. All members were in favor.
• OLD BUSINESS.
- The Lucky Strike outing was very enjoyable as usual. The weather was a bit cold for us Floridians, but we managed to survive. The gold split was good and consisted of quite a bit of ultra-fine gold, but gold is gold no matter how small. We have to change how and when we do the clean up based on the number of participants and the number of machines being used at an outing.
- Metal detecting – We are meeting this coming Saturday, 10/21/2020 at 9am at:
Manatee Beach Park
4000 State Road, Gulf Drive, FL-64,
Holmes Beach, FL 34217
This public beach is located on Ana-Maria Island at the extreme west end of FL-SR-64. Bring a chair and cold drinks. A lunch will be provided by Mike and Cheryl B. and Lou and Cindy V.
• NEW BUSINESS.
- Voting for GPAA Orlando Chapter officers, will take place during our Christmas party / meeting, on Saturday, 12/12/2020. We will be using paper ballots and the results will be given during the meeting. Come and cast your vote. Remember, all “legal” votes count.
- Steve M. brought up to see if members wanted to continue our member gold giveaway at the Christmas party as we have in the past. The idea was discussed and then a motion was made by Les P. to continue. This was then 2nd by Bob G., the final vote was 8 members for and 1 against. This means the gold giveaway will continue. To receive gold at the Christmas party you must be a good standing member with a verified membership card.
- Our next meeting is December 12, 2020 at Warren Park 11:00am. This meeting will out Holiday party, and Officer Elections.
• RAFFLES & DRAWINGS
50/50 drawing was won by Les P. Gold drawing was won by Cheryl B.
December 2020 Newsletter.
• WELCOME MEMBERS AND GUESTS.
- Meeting was called to order at 11:25 am. by President Steve M.
- New members that were welcomed were Ann P., Cheryl B., and Cindy V.
- The Sergeant of Arms, Woody led the Pledge of Allegiance.
• READING/ACCEPTANCE OF PRIOR MONTH’S MINUTES.
- Reading/acceptance of prior month’s minutes. Motion was made to accept Minutes as written by Steve K. Mike B. 2nd the motion. All members were in agreement.
• OLD BUSINESS.
- Motion was made to accept the 2021 Agenda by Les P. and was 2nd by Mike B. Members were in total agreement. Outings can be changed as needed because of such things as unforeseen weather conditions.
• NEW BUSINESS.
- The voting for Officers took place by paper ballots during the meeting and all valid card bearing members participated. Our Officers for the 2021 year are as follows:
President: Steve M. Vice President: Les P. Secretary: Cheryl B. Treasurer: Cindy V.
- Les P. led us in prayer before our celebration meal. The food was delicious as usual with ham and turkey, candied yams and green bean casserole, deviled eggs and so many great desserts too. Thanks for all the good cooks for the great food they brought.
• RAFFLES & DRAWINGS
- 50/50 Drawing was won by: Cindy V.
- Special Christmas gold nugget raffle was won by: Mike B.
- Wooden Nickel Award was won by: Les P. (The Wooden Nickel award is for signing up new members for the year 2020).
- Club gifts were handed out to valid GPAA and LDMA who participated in outings or attended meetings during the year 2020.
- White elephant gift exchange was enjoyed by all participants.
- Poinsettias used for the table décor that were donated by Mike and Cheryl B. were raffled off to benefit the club. Woody also donated a metal light clamp to be raffled. This money also was contributed to the club.
- Thank you for your generosity.
- Meeting was closed by Steve M. at 1:30 pm.
• WELCOME MEMBERS AND GUESTS.
- Meeting was called to order at 11:25 am. by President Steve M.
- New members that were welcomed were Ann P., Cheryl B., and Cindy V.
- The Sergeant of Arms, Woody led the Pledge of Allegiance.
• READING/ACCEPTANCE OF PRIOR MONTH’S MINUTES.
- Reading/acceptance of prior month’s minutes. Motion was made to accept Minutes as written by Steve K. Mike B. 2nd the motion. All members were in agreement.
• OLD BUSINESS.
- Motion was made to accept the 2021 Agenda by Les P. and was 2nd by Mike B. Members were in total agreement. Outings can be changed as needed because of such things as unforeseen weather conditions.
• NEW BUSINESS.
- The voting for Officers took place by paper ballots during the meeting and all valid card bearing members participated. Our Officers for the 2021 year are as follows:
President: Steve M. Vice President: Les P. Secretary: Cheryl B. Treasurer: Cindy V.
- Les P. led us in prayer before our celebration meal. The food was delicious as usual with ham and turkey, candied yams and green bean casserole, deviled eggs and so many great desserts too. Thanks for all the good cooks for the great food they brought.
• RAFFLES & DRAWINGS
- 50/50 Drawing was won by: Cindy V.
- Special Christmas gold nugget raffle was won by: Mike B.
- Wooden Nickel Award was won by: Les P. (The Wooden Nickel award is for signing up new members for the year 2020).
- Club gifts were handed out to valid GPAA and LDMA who participated in outings or attended meetings during the year 2020.
- White elephant gift exchange was enjoyed by all participants.
- Poinsettias used for the table décor that were donated by Mike and Cheryl B. were raffled off to benefit the club. Woody also donated a metal light clamp to be raffled. This money also was contributed to the club.
- Thank you for your generosity.
- Meeting was closed by Steve M. at 1:30 pm.
