Barnyard Buzzards Newsletter April 2009 Page 1

Buzzard Droppings April 2009

It’s probably just me, but I keep pushing for an early spring this year. Maybe it’s the hope of some better weather, outside activities and better flying days will offset the woes of the job and financial worlds.

I will continue to say this, “ A day at the field really helps keep your mind occupied on the hobby

President’s Message	1
Photos for Fun	7
March 3 Minutes	1
Event Calendar	5
Safety Corner	4
Club Meetings, Maps and Field Info	9
Builders Competition	8
Prop Talk	4
Pilot Training Program	9
Club Officers	1

Text Box: Next Club Meeting is Tuesday, April 7, 2009, 6:30 PM at Alfy’s Pizza in Monroe (See page 9 for a map). Program: Builders Competition—Progress Anyone??? (See page 8)

and not concentrating on the financial mess we’re in and seeing it daily on the news”. Try it! I promise you’ll feel better once you get out of the house and away from that news. It kind of clears your head a little bit.

Some field news….. Jay Bell and Ron Rueter have the mower

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President Chet Blake called the monthly Barnyard Buzzard Model Airplane Club (BBMAC) meeting to order on March 3, 2009 at 6:30 P.M. at Alfy’s Pizza in Monroe. 23 members were present.

The next meeting will be on Tuesday, April 7, 2009, 6:30 P.M. at Alfy’s Pizza in Monroe.

The North West Model Hobby

Expo event in February was a success. Turnout was good. Many hobby items were sold at the club’s swap table.

Chet asked for visitors or guests and gave them an opportunity to introduce themselves.

Chet introduced the club officers. Most were present.

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Text Box: Promoting the building and operation of radio controlled models, and the public acceptance and good will towards the sport/hobby. Our main goal is to have fun and enjoy the challenge of safely flying radio control models.