January 2024 Newsletter.
• WELCOME MEMBERS AND GUESTS.
- Meeting was called to order at 10:10am by Lou V.
- Woody led the Pledge of Allegiance.
• READING / ACCEPTANCE OF PRIOR MONTH'S MINUTES
- Dan S. read the prior month's minutes, Woody made the motion to accept the minutes as written and Mike B. 2nd it. All members present agreed to accept the minutes as written.
• TREASURER REPORT.
- Cyndy V. read the treasurers report, Woody made the motion to accept and Mike b. 2nd it. All members present agreed to accept the report.
• OLD BUSINESS.
- No Old Business as we are at the bgiinning of a new year.
• NEW BUSINESS.
- We are planning on metal detecting at Sun Splash Park at Daytona Beach on January 20th at 9am. There is free parking and restrooms available at the park. Come out and bring your detectors to have some fun with us. In case of bad weather an email will be sent out on Friday for any changes.
- The next meeting is on Saturday, February 10th at Warren Park, 3406 Warren Park Road, Belle Isle, FL 32812. This will be a Pot Luck, please bring a dish to pass.
• RAFFLES & DRAWINGS
- 50/50 drawing was won by Woody and the Gold drawing was not held due to low attendance.
• Meeting Closed at 10:50am
Febuary 2024 Newsletter.
• WELCOME MEMBERS AND GUESTS.
- Meeting was called to order at 10:25am by Lou V.
- Woody led the Pledge of Allegiance.
• READING / ACCEPTANCE OF PRIOR MONTH'S MINUTES
- Minutes were accepted as written by all the members.
• TREASURER REPORT.
- Cheryl B. read the treasurers report, Cindy V. made the motion to accept and Lou V. 2nd it. All members were in agreedment.
• OLD BUSINESS.
- Lou V. reported that the Sun Splash Park metal detecting was not too lucrative and other areas were not much better on this trip. He did report that a good time was had by all participants. It was a nice surprise to see Doug S. to join our group too.
• NEW BUSINESS.
- It has been brought up frequently about reading the minutes of the previous month during the meeting. Members have said they get them emailed and can be read before the meeting. Cheryl B. made the motion of not reading the minutes unless requested to do so. Two copies of the previous minutes are always available at every meeting for anyone who needs them. Mikd B. 2nd the mothin, all present memberswere in agreement.
- Mike B. is going to handle renting the pavilion for our December Meeting. Thank you Mike B. for your time we appreaiate it!
- The next meeting is on Saturday, March 9th at Warren Park, 3406 Warren Park Road, Belle Isle, FL 32812. This will be a Pot Luck, please bring a dish to pass.
• RAFFLES & DRAWINGS
- 50/50 drawing was won by Lou V. and the Gold drawing was won by Mike.
• Meeting Closed at 11:20am
March 2024 Newsletter.
• WELCOME MEMBERS AND GUESTS.
- Meeting was called to order at 10:30am by Lou V.
- Woody led the Pledge of Allegiance.
• READING / ACCEPTANCE OF PRIOR MONTH'S MINUTES
- Written minutes were available and members declined the option to read again. They were all up to date from their email.
• TREASURER REPORT.
- Cheryl B. read the treasurers report, Cindy V. made the motion to accept and Cheryl B. 2nd it. All members were in agreedment.
• OLD BUSINESS.
- Pavillion rental was not successful since Mike B. went and it was already rented out for that date. It was decided to keep the same date and use another set of tables, and bring some tables and canopies to have our Christmas Party. Bob G made the motion and Lou V. 2nd it. All members were in agreement.
- The Fossil dig was held Feb. 16th at Peace River, Wachula, FL. A good time was had by all attendees.
• NEW BUSINESS.
- The next meeting is on Saturday, April 13th at Warren Park, 3406 Warren Park Road, Belle Isle, FL 32812. This will be a Pot Luck, please bring a dish to pass.
- Lucky Strike outing is scheduled for May 22-27, 2024. Everyone is welcome. Come and join the fun in Marion, North Carolina.
- Any members with recruitment ideas, please come and shareyour ideas with the club.
• RAFFLES & DRAWINGS
- 50/50 drawing was won by Mike B and the Gold drawing was won by Woody.
• Meeting Closed at 11:20am
April 2024 Newsletter.
• WELCOME MEMBERS AND GUESTS.
- Meeting was called to order at 10:15am by Lou V.
- Woody led the Pledge of Allegiance.
• READING / ACCEPTANCE OF PRIOR MONTH'S MINUTES
- Written minutes were available and members declined the option to read again. They were all up to date from their email.
• TREASURER REPORT.
- Cheryl B. read the March report, Mike B. made the motion to accept it. Steve K. 2nd the motion. All members were in agreedment.
• OLD BUSINESS.
- GoldFest was in April, if anyone attended please share your experience with the club.
• NEW BUSINESS.
- The next meeting is on Saturday, May 11th at Warren Park, 3406 Warren Park Road, Belle Isle, FL 32812. This will be a Pot Luck. Please bring a dish to pass and join us for an enjoyable time.
- Lucky Strike Gold Camp outing is scheduled for May 22-27, 2024.
- Campers are available for rent dince the cabin is already booked. This would be booked through Lucky Strike 828-738-4893. Come join us in the fun. Lucky Strike is in Marion N.C.
- June no outing is planned at this time; Monthly meeting will be June 8th, 2024.
• RAFFLES & DRAWINGS
- 50/50 Raffle was won by Steve K. Gold Drawing was not performed.
• Meeting Closed at 10:50am.
May 2024 Newsletter.
• WELCOME MEMBERS AND GUESTS.
- Meeting was called to order at 10:25am by Lou V.
- Woody led the Pledge of Allegiance.
• READING / ACCEPTANCE OF PRIOR MONTH'S MINUTES
- Written minutes were available and members declined the option to read again. They were all up to date from their email.
• TREASURER REPORT.
- Cheryl B. read the April report, Steve M. made the motion to accept it. Woody 2nd the motion. All members were in agreedment.
• OLD BUSINESS.
- Lucky Strike Gold Camp outing is scheduled for May 22-27, 2024.
- Campers are available for rent dince the cabin is already booked. This would be booked through Lucky Strike 828-738-4893. Come join us in the fun. Lucky Strike is in Marion N.C.
• NEW BUSINESS.
- The next meeting is on Saturday, June 8th at Warren Park, 3406 Warren Park Road, Belle Isle, FL 32812. This will be a Pot Luck. Please bring a dish to pass and join us for an enjoyable time.
- Metal Detecting Outing is planned for June 15th between 9 and 9:30 am at South Causeway Beatch Park in Fort Pierce. This is where we will meet and go from there.
- Mike Wicks lifetime membership is for sale for Weekend Gold Miners Club for the amount of $800.00 + transfer fee. Please call 813-549-9276 and leave a message if interested.
• RAFFLES & DRAWINGS
- 50/50 Raffle and Gold Drawing were both won by Cherly B.
• Meeting Closed at 11:17am by Lou V. and Steve M.
June 2024 Newsletter.
• WELCOME MEMBERS AND GUESTS.
- Meeting was called to order at 10:10am by Lou V.
- Woody led the Pledge of Allegiance.
• READING / ACCEPTANCE OF PRIOR MONTH'S MINUTES
- Written minutes were available and members declined the option to read again. They were all up to date from their email. Don C. made the motion of acceptance and Cheryl 2nd it.
• TREASURER REPORT.
- Cheryl B. read the May report, Cindy made the motion to accept it. Woody 2nd the motion. All members were in agreedment.
• OLD BUSINESS.
- Recruitment Idaes - if anyone has an idea how to interest other in joining please bring these forward to one of the officers or at the meeting.
- Lucky Strike - Even though the weather was wet a good time and some gold prospecting was had at the end of May.
• NEW BUSINESS.
- The next meeting is on Saturday, July 13th 2024 at Warren Park, 3406 Warren Park Road, Belle Isle, FL 32812 at 10am.
• RAFFLES & DRAWINGS
- 50/50 Raffle was won by Don. The Gold Drawing was won by Cherly B.
• Meeting Closed at 10:59am by Lou V. to enjoy our potluck lunch. A good time as well as good food was enjoyed by all.
July 2024 Newsletter.
• WELCOME MEMBERS AND GUESTS.
- Meeting was called to order at 10:15am by Lou V. Woody led the Pledge of Allegiance.
- This month was Steve M.'s birthday, we are so glad he is feeling better and we will have a belated birthday cake next month for desert in honor of him.
• READING / ACCEPTANCE OF PRIOR MONTH'S MINUTES
- Written minutes were available and members declined the option to read again. They were all up to date from their email. Cheryl made the motion of acceptance and Cindy V. 2nd it. Agreement was made by all members present.
• TREASURER REPORT.
- Cheryl B. read the June report, Steve M. made the motion to accept it. Woody 2nd the motion. All members were in agreedment.
• OLD BUSINESS.
- Recruitment Idaes - if anyone has an idea how to interest other in joining please bring these forward to one of the officers or at the meeting.
- Metal Detecting in Ft. Pierce - A few fines were discovered at this outing as well as a nice lunch shared.
• NEW BUSINESS.
- The next meeting is on Saturday, August 10th 2024 at Warren Park, 3406 Warren Park Road, Belle Isle, FL 32812 at 10am. This will be a pot luck.
- Metal Detecting Outing is planned at Sea Turtle Beach (Jensen Beach Park) 4191 NE Ocean Blvd. Stuart, Fl. 34996 at 9am.
• RAFFLES & DRAWINGS
- 50/50 Raffle was won by Linda M. The Gold Drawing was won by Lou V.
• Meeting Closed at 11:10am by Lou V.
August 2024 Newsletter.
• WELCOME MEMBERS AND GUESTS.
- Meeting was called to order at 10:31am by Lou V. Woody led the Pledge of Allegiance.
- We were Joined by Candyee and Jacklyn Carr.
• READING / ACCEPTANCE OF PRIOR MONTH'S MINUTES
- Written minutes were available and members declined the option to read again. They were all up to date from their email. Cheryl made the motion of acceptance and Woody. 2nd it. Agreement was made by all members present.
• TREASURER REPORT.
- Cheryl B. read the July report, Bob G. made the motion to accept it. Woody 2nd the motion. All members were in agreedment.
• OLD BUSINESS.
- Recruitment Ideas - If anyone has an idea how to interest other in joining please bring these forward to one of the officers or at the meeting.
- Metal Detecting outing was scheduled for the 24th. We ended up at Holland Beach in Melbourne, FL. Bob G and Lou V. had a good time.
• NEW BUSINESS.
- The next meeting is on Saturday, September 15th 2024 at Warren Park, 3406 Warren Park Road, Belle Isle, FL 32812 at 10am. This will be a pot luck.
- Out next outing is a gold prospecting trip at lucky strike, Marion, N.C. It is scheduled from9/18/24 - 9/22/24. Looking forward to a good time at one of our favorite places. Hope to see you there!
• RAFFLES & DRAWINGS
- 50/50 Raffle was won by Cheryl B. The Gold Drawing was won by Bob G.
• Meeting Closed at 10:51am by Lou V.
November 2024 Newsletter.
• WELCOME MEMBERS AND GUESTS.
- Meeting was called to order at 10:30am by Lou V. Woody led the Pledge of Allegiance.
• READING / ACCEPTANCE OF PRIOR MONTH'S MINUTES
- Written minutes were available and members declined the option to read again. They were all up to date from their email. Steve K. made the motion of acceptance and Doc C. 2nd it. Agreement was made by all members present.
• TREASURER REPORT.
- Cheryl B. read the October report, Steve K. made the motion to accept it. Woody 2nd the motion. All members were in agreedment.
• OLD BUSINESS.
- We are interested in building our membership up and any new ideas would be welcome. New faces bring fresh ideas and new fun for the group.
• NEW BUSINESS.
- We are looking into helping some family that were severly affected by Hurrican Helene in Ashville N.C. area. We would like to make a club donation as well as individual donation instead of the white elephant gift exchange.
- The Christmas Party is this Saturday, December 14th at 3:00PM at Miller's Ale House 3151 Vinland Rd. Kissimmee FL 34746. Please R.S.V.P. to one of the officers. We voted for everyone is to be responsible for their own meals and drinks. We hope you can join us.
- 1 Louis Valvo 863-398-6248
- 2 Cindy Valvo 863-398-6254
- 3 Cheryl Bergin 407-810-5118
- The next month's meeting will be on Saturday, Jan 11th at Warren Park, 3406 Warren Park Rd., Belle Isle, Fl 31812
• RAFFLES & DRAWINGS
- 50/50 Raffle was won by Cheryl B. The Gold Drawing was won by Don C.
• Meeting Closed at 11:15am by Lou V. President.
