The Membership Committee welcomed new members David and Beverly Van Westen (lot 182), and Marc Tuggle (lot 18) during their orientation meeting on August 1st.
David, Beverly, Marc… We’re so glad you choose to make Timber Valley your home and that you’ll join us in helping to keep this the best little RV community in the West.
David & Beverly Van Westen
Marc Tuggle
The flags were flown at half staff on July 31, 2018 to mark the passing of Anne Arnette. Anne and her husband James were long time members of Timber Valley. They left the park a few years ago and made their home in California.
James also passed away recently. Timber Valley sends their condolences to their family and friends.
Addendum: the diligent website crew editor missed the error in this posts title. “Ramplings” was supposed to be “Ramblings”. Oh well, we try.
Your diligent website crew has a couple new things to check out.
In an effort to bring more photos into the website for your enjoyment, we’re experimenting with a photo page with links to albums of some of the things going on at Timber Valley. It’s currently under the “about” tab in the main menu… just click on the “photos” menu item. There you’ll see mention of recent events. Click on the event you’re interested in and you’ll see photos from that event. Clicking on the first photo will make it appear larger. You can use your arrow keys to flip through the album.
There are additional lots up for trade in the next few days. And don’t miss the weekly Timber Valley Log that’s published every Wednesday.
Bob Feiler led an intrepid group on a walk/hike on the Happy Hill Trail this afternoon. If you haven’t checked it out, please do so soon. Here’s a quick pic of the group:
Chapter 9 member Jerry Christensen (# 158) fishing in the Umpqua River that runs along side the Elkton RV Park, site of the first Chapter 9 Rally of the summer season.
Viewed from the road above the Elkton RV Park, one can see the Umpqua River flowing in the background. Most of the RVs visible in the picture are Chapter 9 rigs.
Rallies usually build in free time when members can gather to play games or simply talk and exchange stories of their RV travels.
Shown in the above photo are (from top left) Pam (partially hidden) and David Sawaya talking with Jimmy Smith (# 197), and Jerry and Robi Sypkens (# 176). (From left in foreground) George Boykin (# 87) chatting with Anita and Bud Covington (# 140).
One reason for the popularity of the Elkton RV Park is its tranquil location. Being on the edge of the Umpqua River provides visitors the opportunity to relax, kick back, and breathe in the cool, fresh air from heavily shaded sites.
Scores of longtime friends and fellow Timber Valley Escapees turned out for Jerry and Darleen Hatch’s 60th Anniversary and Farewell Party on 6/20/18. The Hatches leave the end of June for their next adventure in California.
Longtime friends Art Hampton (#94) (left) and Gene Schrader (#70) share a laugh at the Timber Valley Board Agenda meeting earlier this week.
Former Timber Valley member Maxine Riddell called Jimmy Smith and me on Monday night to let us know that Art will be celebrating his 94th birthday on June 18. So if you see the smiling Gemini, give him a big hug. And by the way, Maxine, we miss you lots. Please stop by and visit the park.
The weather was perfect and scores of Timber Valley members and guests turned out in Snoopy’s Meadow for the potluck Memorial Day Picnic.
The two recently acquired 10′ by 10′ awnings provided much appreciated additional shade for the first picnic of the season. Special thanks to Art Hampton and the Bocce Ball crew for setting up the picnic tables and chairs. And, to all the other volunteers.
Music was provided by (from left) David Burns (AWL), Ruby and Ed Bonham (#175) and Nathan Brown (#5)
(Below) Gwen Prohaska (#93) shows her skills on the popular Bocce Ball court.
Next picnic is July 4th.
Forty-eight Timber Valley racing fans turned out at the Clubhouse on May 5th for the 144th running of the Kentucky Derby.
(Above left) Jeanne Bold (AWL #124) sold 50/50 tickets and Rick De Young (#184) collected dinner fees. (At right) Helping at the Derby gaming table were Jackie Deal (#109) and Susie and Jack Varner (# 105).
What is a Kentucky Derby Party without Hats? (Left) Valerie and David Burns (AWL #109) adorned their bonnet and fedora with a dozen live roses. On the right Julianne Crane (# 197) and Vina Taylor (# 131) admire Joan Larson‘s (# 190) chapeau creation and winner of the Best Derby Hat Contest.
For the second year, the event was organized by Linda Zink and David Arndorfer (# 16). Terry and Mike Hilty (# 71) produced a delicious “Taste of the South” spread including deviled eggs and a variety of four sandwiches. Desserts of finger sweets were baked by Penelope Hepworth (# 204). David Arndorfer and Jimmy Smith (# 197) manned the Mint Julep bar. Rob Hendershot (# 82) provided expert AV help; while Fred Prout (#44), acting as M.C., kept things entertaining and moving.
Our flags were flown at half staff to mark the passing of Jimmie Atwood, lot 29, on September 30, 2017. Jimmie and wife,Connie Sue became members of Timber Valley, just 2 days after the official opening of the park in March, 1996.
Graveside service will be October 9th at 10am at the National Cemetery, (new annex) 913 NW Garden Valley Blvd, in Roseburg. Timber Valley sends it’s sincerest condolences to Connie Sue, family and friends.
Services for Frank Murphy, who passed away on Sept 4, will be held on Wed., Sept. 27, at 11 a.m. at the National Cemetery, 913 NW Garden Valley Blvd., Roseburg.
Following the service there will be a gathering of family and friends at the Timber Valley Clubhouse.
Frank and his wife, Aida Murphy (#56), have been in the park for 10 years.