Good times this past weekend! We pulled 144 rides and a lotta legs (just call me Reride ;)
Thanks to all contestants, officials, club members, judges, boat
owners, sponsors, families, supporters and anyone else we might havemissed who helped put this event together. It's truly a team effort and everyone contributed mightily.
Please take a moment to check your records and insure you have paid for all said rides, as our club is a nonprofit all volunteer organization that relies on prompt settlement of accounts in order to keep on keeping on...
Non club contestants can send their payments to:
c/o
20th Annual Desert Classic
POBOX 12107
La Jolla, CA 92039
The events:
Trick rds 1&2 (order depends
on judges). Novice Slalom
rds 1&2 nev made (slowest
1st-short ln last). Sunday
Jump rds 1&2 nev made 25ft 1st.
Finish rds 2&3 Slalom, same order.
Performance notes:
Top trick performances:
Skip Wintter, 5240
Daniell Sligar 4580
Eric Lee 4830
Top Slalom performances
Group A
Charlene Brown 74 buoys
David O'Hara 73.5
Ryan Fitzpatrick 73
Group B
Erik Larson 86.5
Taylor Garcia 86
Tom Scott 86
Group C
Scott Larson 105.5
Michael Stevenson 98.5
Skip Wintter 93.5
Jump
Michael Stevenson 160 feet
Skip Wintter 151
Daniell Sligar 91
-TWD
(updated 6/8/09)
Commodore Alica passes this on:Club members. Please keep Wayne and Barbara in your thoughts andprayers. They are so dear and care for all of us, let's pull one for them!
Just an update on Uncle Wayne, courtesy of Laura at the site she set up for him atWayne's CaringBridge.
They're home at Canyon Lake now, and . . ."welcoming visitors...If you'd like to stop by and see Wayne, please feel free to do so over the next couple of weeks. He'll enjoy the company. Any time between 9 am and 9 pm works for them. Please don't be bashful - if you want to stop by, come on over!"
And, from Laura again . . ."Please keep both Wayne and Barbara in your prayers. They know how much everyone cares for them and that they have a huge family pulling for them.Thank you,Laura Johnson"
-AMEN! -TWD
For those who haven't heard, the son of a member of the ski club family was seriously hurt recently, attempting to replicate one of those stunts you see on TV while on his motorcycle (actually, it was a total accident, but I'm trying to make him feel better)...
Jordan's his name . . . crashing's his game . . . we can sorta laugh now, since he's home..but not before scaring the living bejeesus out of all of us.
Daddy Dave O sent this along prior to his release:
"Subject: Jordan's doing so much better
Thank you all for your prayer, love and concern.
Jordan is so much better! And I know all that everyone did was a contributing factor! Thank You
A few photos of the man, post-action, can be found by following the link below:http://www.dropshots.com/hdfmajor"
Our illustrious commodore Alicia really marshaled some forces of good will amongst the ski crew and her OC buds.
Thanks to the following who donated T-shirts and such to help cheer J up:
Katin Surf Shop: 16250 PCH-Sunset Beach/562-592-2052
Stone and Ceramics: 5381 Commercial Drive-Huntington Beach 714-894-8453
Sergio's Painting 714-914-0669
and Calvery Chapel Surf Team.
"They all donated T-shirts," Alicia notes, "And Katin also gave some stickers as well along with there T-shirt to Jordan to get well. They didn't know him, and to give to someone from their hearts, we should really embrace this."
And we do.
Folks above, thanks! And, please take our commodore up on the standing invitation to come out and ski with the club one of these days.
And, yo, J: Leave the "stunts" to T.J. Hooker ;)
Passing this one along: And remember, if you buy the spot, you heard about it on the "We'd Rather Be Skiin'" blog and TWD gets a ski ride now and then;)
Imperial Lakes, California--is a private gated waterski community and host to the 2007 Western Regionals--2 tournament lakes with 20 homeowners. Located near the town of El Centro in the Imperial Valley, approximately an hour east of San Diego, with easy access off Interstate 8. www.imperiallakes.net
Both lakes have tournament slalom courses with a single jump ramp. Well developed common areas include grass and mature trees providing maximum wind protection. Also included are a filtered water system, horse stables, and gas tanks and docks for fueling boats. Imperial Lakes truly is the ultimate experience…
Lot #1—we have owned the lot for approximately 11 years. Located at the north end of west lake is considered one of the more desirable locations. This is the only lot that still has the opportunity/ flexibility to create your own unique, living space!
Well, all I can say was, WOW. What a weekend. So much Taco de Ojo (Taco for my eye, that it was BURNING with pleasure)
Good Morgan American Wet Set Water Skiers
Can't wait to get back on the water in Style?
Yeah Baby, you know it's going to be a hot one.
On that note this is what's going down town.
Sunset Ranch: Location Location Location
IMPORTANT: Guest and Ski rules.
1. No wet bathing suits on the inside furniture
2. Please provide your own beach towels for the pool and lakes. The Ranch towels are for bathrooms only
3. Please pick up after your pets both inside and outside on the grounds.
4. No music outside after 10 PM.
5. Please observe the check out time (3:00PM Sunday) in order for us
to have adequate time to clean between guest parties. Watersports renters are welcome to continue
to use the lake only, until sundown.
Arrival Time Friday May 30, 3:00PM, skiing on Saturday and Sunday.
A. All guest in your party must sign a release of liability prior to lake access. The will be collected prior to your first day of skiing.
B. Drive slowly on the roads to and from and between the lakes to minimize dust clouds.
C. All waterskiers, wakeboarders, people being towed in any inflatables MUST wear a waterski-vest or
other flotation/safety vest. Only one inflatable may be pulled at a time.
D. Only one water-ski boat or other water craft can be operated on the lake at a time.
E. No other watercraft can be operated on the lake when water-skiing is taking place
Directions:
I-10E to 86S about 12 miles to 66th ave. Turn left on 66th about 1/2 mile to Lincoln then turn right. About a mile or so on your left you'll see Sunset Ranch main entrance, don't go in. About 1/4 mile
past you'll see a gate on the left, combo lock code is (please see e-mail) close the gate behind you, hang
the lock.
Drive in until you see a launch ramp on left turn left on the road to your left an a short distance to the next launch ramp and road on the right.
Skiing on Friday:
Did I say Party Anyone?
Clue #1: Since we are allowed to be there on Friday at 3:00PM. First there gets to pick out which bed they want. If your're late, then bring a blow up mattress. There's plenty of space. No saving places for your comrade because it's not cool. The ranch sleeps 15-20+ with a maximum of 30 guests. There are four flexible sleeping areas (with additional couches and room for sleeping bags on carpeted floors), and four bathrooms with showers (one with tub).
Josh will bring burgers to grill for Friday night, along with a marinade.
Clue #2: Caribbean Mama Bahama Pajama Part-ay.
Clue #3. Friday Night: There is a full kitchen so anything is possible!!!!! Enjoy
Saturday and Sunday Breakfasts: Commodre to bring the coffee and blended syrups for them so we will
not miss a beat with our Competitor Starbucks.
1. Eggs
2. Tortillas
3. Cheese
4. Salsa
5. Bacon
6. Sausage Oh, how can the web dude NOT bring those?
I'll even find some veggie ones...
7. Fruit
8. Juice
Saturday and Sunday Lunches:
1. Mayo & Mustard
2. Tortillas & Bread TWD will bring a few loaves (loafs? He knows how to do that too!)
3. Cheese
4. Roast Beef
5. Turkey
6. Lettuce & Tomatoes
7. Fruit
8. Soda & Water
9. Cookies
Saturday Night PL: Hot and Spicy Grill-in
(One may ask, how do I know who to do this, just email me, The Commodore will send you the recipe, and let your creative juices flow here. . .
Special note from Mark R:
I’LL BRING SALAD,FRUIT,VEGGIES, CHIPS AND SALSA. ALL YOU CHEFS LET ME KNOW WHAT PRODUCE ITEM YOU NEED TO CREATE. I’M SURE I CAN MAKE IT HAPPEN
Drinks: The Commore will bring Coconut Rum and smoothie mix
Water/Soda:
Sake / light beer: Kevin Hyatt
Pupu's (appetizers) -The Web Dude will bring something from the Kona Cookbook
Grilled Shrimp
Puerto Rico Fish Taco's
Satay Chicken w/peanut sauce
Mango Salsa & Pita chips
Sides:
Soul Salad
Island Rice and peas - Muehlers
Black Beans
Caribbean Rice
Grilled vegetables
Grill Mistier (Main course)
Island Style Kebabs
Grilled Shrimp
Jamaican Jerk Chicken
Chicken Coconut Curry - Shevy and Trish
Dessert:
Grilled Pineapple drizzled in Rum sauce - Dave & Ruth
Fruit Kabobs w/ Coconut topping
