President's Message

When last I wrote I was just about to take off for my second track weekend at Thunderhill; and that turned out to be even better than the first one! Temperatures at the track were slightly cooler than in July, and by Sunday, my driving had significantly improved. I still get butterflies in the belly before each session, but I have come to believe that is a good thing; keeps you sharp. HPDE's for me are a two steps forward, one step back experience. I found that even though I was familiar with the track from my prior DE, my skill level did not stay at the 'peak' it had attained by the time I left that first event. I did however, get back to and surpass that level by the end of this one. I really encourage all of you that enjoy autocross to do at least one HPDE. It took me 6 years of autocross to get up the nerve to do a track event. I am not sure why I waited so long.

Though there are only four elected positions, there are many appointed Board positions. We have openings for Event Director, Membership Director, and Newsletter Editor(s). Additionally there are always opportunities for members to volunteer and assist in other ways. Your club needs you, and volunteering is not only fun, but a great way to deepen your Porsche Club friendships and build new ones. Please speak with me or any other Board member if you would like to be more involved.

Events for November include our last autocross of 2014 (AX #9 on November 1st) and a dinner run to the Plaza Bistro in Sonoma (November 8th). I heard a rumor that the autocross may involve multiple-lap runs. Those of you that attended the October autocross or have done our 'Emmett Wilder Enduros' in the past know what fun this can be. The run to the Plaza Bistro will start in the afternoon and get to the Sonoma Town Square around 6 pm. This is the third year of this event, and it is always a great time. I hope you can attend. Please see below for details.

I'll close this month by saying thanks to a few more folks:

• Holger and Martina for another great Oktoberfest event
• Kurt for leading the Oktoberfest tour yet again
• Jerry and Barbara for their 'temporary' role as Newsletter Editors (for 2+ years)
• James for another successful Zone 7 Concours at Ledson

That's all for now. Down the road,

Vern

From the Editors

In his President's column, Vern highlighted a number of upcoming events that will close out Redwood's activity calendar for 2014. One event not mentioned is Redwood's Annual Holiday Party to be held on Saturday evening, December 13th at Nourish in Mill Valley. Our 2012 Party was held there and we had a fabulous time with outstanding music, food and drink. A preliminary flyer for that event is included in this issue; complete information will be coming as soon as the menu is finalized. (Actually, all but the seafood entree is decided, that awaits seasonal availability information.) Also forthcoming is information on two local hotels providing us with special rates for an overnight stay on that night.  

Speaking of 2014 coming to an end, December's der Riesenbaum will be our (Barbara's and Jerry's) last issue as co-editors -- our two-plus year "temporary" term is coming to a close. We need volunteers to take over the editorship and ensure ongoing communications with our large membership. Talk to Barbara or myself, or any Board member, about what this responsibility entails.  

We would like to publish a collection of the best photographs taken at events during 2014 in the December dR. Please send your best one or two photos to the editors, with permission to publish (with credits of course). We might even get the Board to consider this into a photo contest with a prize for the very best photo. 

As you already know, Sonoma County Court Appointed Special Advocates for Children (CASA) is the charity Redwood Region has chosen to support. At the end of each year the Region presents CASA with a check at the annual Holiday Party. Though our donation is generous, it represents only a small portion of their needs. Since it is back to school time and holiday time is just around the corner, CASA can use even more help - your help. Please consider making a tax deductible donation, as an individual, directly to CASA by using the link at the bottom of the CASA graphic that immediately follows this column.  Thank you! 

Cheers,

Jerry

Click here to be connected to CASA's donation page.

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Der Riesenbaum is the official newsletter of the Porsche Club of America, Redwood Region, encompassing Del Norte, Humboldt, Lake, Marin, Mendocino, Napa, and Sonoma Counties. This publication is intended to inform Club members about Club activities and other related matters of interest. The opinions expressed in der Riesenbaum are those of the authors and do not necessarily represent the official position of the Porsche Club of America, Redwood Region, its officers, or its members.

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