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Based in the Thompson / Okanagan region of beautiful British Columbia

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Club pictures

200807-01

Adrian & I left home around 8 am on Friday hoping to get there early for some set-up. Our plan was interrupted when Adrian noticed my brake and t...

200807-02

We were still among the first to arrive in Cawston and we had a fine choice of tent sites. We set up the shelters then set up our own tents. Here is...

200807-03

Martin & Joanne showed up early and grabbed a choice spot on the edge of the bluff to set up "Daisy Bay".

200807-04

Estelle wisely chose a nice shaded area to set up her camp.

200807-05

We had only been on site for a short while before Martin was lusting after the VespaCar. I can just see him running around Armstrong in this gem. Un...

200807-18

The Helm farm has had a fair amount of orchard removed and has a lovely grassy area surrounded by various lawn ornaments of the automotive variety. B...

200807-19

The tents seem to be conglomerating in the Northwest corner overlooking the bluff. It would turn out to be a fairly windy area on Friday night.

200807-72

A nice view to the Northwest off of the bluff. Keremeos in the distance with some ominous looking clouds forming.

200807-73

The tent area gradually filled up with Erich, Bill and Doug showing up and pitching their homes for the weekend. Friday evening got quite windy and i...

200808-01

Saturday morning started off warm and clear. Coffee was on early and we gathered for the traditional shared treats. CW from left: Rob, Adrian, Brian...

200808-02

More coffee and food. L-R: Brian, Martin, Ron, Doug & Joanne.

200808-03

beautiful morning in a great location.

200808-04

There is a lot of room on this site. We had a total of 24 people camping and another 6 attended on Saturday and stayed for Pizza. We could easily ha...

200808-05

Martin & Joanne's minibus shared the bluff with John & Irene's Rig.

200808-06

Brian & Judy enjoying the morning coffee.

200808-07

Jim and Reg solving the morning's problems.

200808-08

Estelle & Tola.

200808-09

Adrian is giving a tour of his R1000 GS to Rob, John, Doug and Bill.

200808-10

Erich & Ron.

200808-11

Random shot of some of the lawn ornamentation. For more photos of the collection of vehicles, check out Wayne's gallery at waynecorley.smugmug.com/Mo...

200808-12

Brian & Margaret were camping in their new trailer.

200808-13

Erich & Ron checking out Erich's Honda CRF250 Rally. it's a sweet little bike that performs very well on the highway.

200808-14

Looking South from the bluff overlooking downtown Cawston.

200808-15

Doug and Bill relaxing after their morning coffee.

200808-16

John and Irene arrived in this outfit. The Ural Sidecar fits nicely on the trailer and it looks like an excellent rig to be out and about exploring.

200808-17

As usual, Martin and Joanne have their camp set up comfortably.

200808-18

A panorama shot of Cawston from the bluff. This is a spectacular location.

200808-19

Jim & Tola opted to come on four wheels. This allows the use of the larger tent and cots. Comfort? Why not?

200808-20

One of the items surrounding the main field is an antique gravity fed gas pump.

200808-21

In case anyone was wondering if some bikes showed up for the weekend.

200808-22

Estelle contributed some photos including this lovely shot looking south from the bluff over Cawston.

200808-23

This would be looking West over Cawston.

200808-24

Many of the building on site have been collected by Ken over the years to house his collection. Most have been dismantled at their original locations...

200808-25

This Ford "Roadster" is currently licensed for use. Ken and Corrine were seen several times running around Cawston and Keremeos in it.

200808-26

The upholstery seems to be bit make-shift but it obviously works.

200808-27

L-R: Doug, John, Irene, Bill and Wayne discussing the plans for the day.

200808-28

A cockpit view of Doug's Yamaha Tenere. Irene, Bill, Wayne & John in the background.

200808-29

Another shot of Wayne, John, Doug and Bill. Thanks to Erich for some of our photos. This way I actually get into a few shots.

200808-30

Erich's room with a view for the weekend.

200808-31

Rob & Wayne. Getting suited up for a ride.

200808-32

The group gathering for a ride. The plan is to head up Fairview Road which crosses the hill in the background and runs over to Oliver. Bill will lea...

200808-33

L-R: Ron, Reg, Brian, Tammy, Bill, Wayne & Rob.

200808-34

While several of us headed out on the ride, Estelle wandered about the property taking some photos. This one is on Barcello Road on the Cawston Bench...

200808-35

This area seems like "main street" with buildings on either side containing collectibles.

200808-36

The peaches looked almost ready to eat. These were actually on the next farm over so there was no picking allowed.

200808-37

The view from the back of Estelle's camp site.

200808-38

There were some areas that just seemed to congregate stuff.

200808-39

This is a Mercury-Arc Rectifier and it is about 3 feet tall. From Wikipedia: "A mercury-arc valve or mercury-vapor rectifier or (UK) mercury-arc...

200808-40

This sign on this cabin was salvaged from a local cafe and cabins that has since gone by the wayside. It seems somewhat appropriate given the curren...

200808-41

This must be an early version of the Vespacar as later versions were marketed as a Piagio Ape. From Wikipedia: "The Piaggio Ape (Italian: [ˈpja...

200808-42

Meanwhile, our intrepid group had arrived at the viewpoint/launching area. Ron and Judy had wisely decided the road was not suitable for 2-up riding....

200808-43

One can certainly see why this would be a great place to launch hang gliders. It's very open and there is a rising wind coming up the hill. L-R: Bi...

200808-44

Gumby is taking in the view.

200808-45

Cawston in the foreground and Keremeos in the background with the Similkameen River running through the valley.

200808-46

Erich is outstanding in his field.

200808-47

A beautiful view of the grasslands with the Similkameen River valley in the background.

200808-48

A zoomed in view of a beautiful valley.

200808-49

A panorama shot of the view from the Hang Glider launch site.

200808-50

L-R: Wayne, Ken & Randy

200808-51

Adrian, obviously having a great day.

200808-52

If you're getting tired of the photos from here, believe me, I pared these photos down quite a bit. It was awesome up here.

200808-53

Erich, Adrian and Randy. This photo gives a bit of an idea of how steep the terrain was.

200808-54

A zoomed in photo of the Helm family farm from the view point.

200808-55

I had to take this photo on the Cell phone to send to Kathi. We had surprisingly good Cell signal up here. L-R: Adrian, Erich, Ken and Randy.

200808-56

Randy, Ken & Wayne.

200808-57

We were on the edge of the South Okanagan Grasslands Protected Area. This is part of the area that is being considered for a new National Park. Just...

200808-58

We returned down to Fairview Rd and carried on toward Oliver stopping in to check out Madden Lake Recreation Area.

200808-59

Madden Lake Recreation Area. L-R: Erich, Ken, Randy & Adrian.

200808-60

Adrian and I were interested in this as a possible camping spot to bring the trailers. It looks pretty nice. Maybe a few fish in the water.

200808-61

Wayne testing the integrity of the dock.

200808-62

Our planned next move was to check out nearby Ripley Lake Recreation Site. We never got there. Just outside of this site, Ken led us up a fairly ste...

200808-63

My leg was obviously injured. I was pretty sure something was broken. Erich rummaged through the brush and found an "appropriate" tree to...

200808-64

In the meantime, Estelle was checking out the swimming hole at the Cawston Park.

200808-65

The Similkameen River near Cawston.

200808-66

Another nice shot of the Similkameen River. I'm not sure if Estelle went for a swim or not.

200808-67

My "accident" had happened about 11:30 AM . By 1:30 PM I had been through Triage at the Oliver Emergency, had my boot and riding pants remo...

200808-68

Around 2 PM I received a text and photo from Brian. Gumby was safely back at the camp ground. Connie had gone up with Brian to Madden Rec Site and B...

200808-69

At 3:45 PM X-Rays were complete and I learned I had a radiaI fracture of my fibula. I was prepped for transport to Penticton Regional Hospital as the...

200808-70

Meanwhile back at the farm (I couldn't resist) dinner time rolled around. We had arranged to have pizza at the Crowsnest Vinyard as a group. Out doo...

200808-71

Estelle took on the job of official recorder. Thanks Estelle. Gord, Eileen, Brian and Margaret.

200808-72

CW: Doug, John, Reg, Erich, Irene and Bill.

200808-73

CW: Jim, Martin, Joanne, Cindy and Tola.

200808-74

CW: Bill, Tammy, Connie, Corrine, Ken and Brian.

200808-75

CW: Judy, Adrian, Rob, Dan and Ron.

200808-76

Corrine and Ken climbing into their chariot after dinner.

200808-77

Corrine and Ken. We can't thank you folks enough for hosting us on your lovely property. We really enjoyed it.

200808-78

I woke up from Surgery about 8:30 PM with some new hardware. My friend Fred picked me up at the hospital around 9:30 PM and I was at home by 10:30. ...

200809-01

Sunday morning contemplating at least 6 weeks of crutches. My riding season is effectively over, but hopefully everyone else will have a safe summer ...

200809-02

I understand that Reg and Erich are going to try to manufacture a part for a certain bike for Brian. I'm looking forward to finding out how that turn...

Club News

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Held on Wednesday throughout the year.
Open to spouses, significant others and possible members also.

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