What about Car Clubs, memberships, etc...?
September 21st, 2010, 07:07 PM
#41
September 21st, 2010, 08:34 PM
#42
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Location: Pittsburg, KS
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Yeah I know, I'll get to them once I'm running soundly and don't have rot holes on my 1/4s. It does however sound like there is a lot of animosity between club members and solo riders. I guess I will have to learn some show etiquette 
September 21st, 2010, 09:43 PM
#43
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Location: Sherwood Park, Alberta
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Well the OCC President (Keith) and myself have been sending emails back and forth. As I have stated to him, he doesn't agree with everything I have to say and I don't agree with everything he has to say BUT the one thing we have in common is our passion for Oldsmobiles. That's a helluva good start!
Ken I have taken your advice and offered to volunteer my time and expertise (?). I believe it is easier to sit on the sidelines and complain then it is to make change.
I coach my kids in hockey because I believed I could make it better for all the kids. I spend a ton of time and yes some times you wonder why. Parents that don't volunteer are quick to criticize and always have lots to say. I have dealt with many and I always tell them that coaching their children costs me several hundred dollars a year plus all of the time I spend at the arena(s) and on courses. If they would like, I would gladly step aside for someone that seems to "know better." Strangely enough I haven't seen other volunteers so I am still coaching and loving it.
I would love to see this club prosper in whatever form it might take. I always meet great people and hear some fantastic stories about their cars.
Ken, depending on my involvement in the club, I just might ask for some suggestions and advice. You have great insights AND a great car!!
Cheers,
Wayne
Ken I have taken your advice and offered to volunteer my time and expertise (?). I believe it is easier to sit on the sidelines and complain then it is to make change.
I coach my kids in hockey because I believed I could make it better for all the kids. I spend a ton of time and yes some times you wonder why. Parents that don't volunteer are quick to criticize and always have lots to say. I have dealt with many and I always tell them that coaching their children costs me several hundred dollars a year plus all of the time I spend at the arena(s) and on courses. If they would like, I would gladly step aside for someone that seems to "know better." Strangely enough I haven't seen other volunteers so I am still coaching and loving it.
I would love to see this club prosper in whatever form it might take. I always meet great people and hear some fantastic stories about their cars.
Ken, depending on my involvement in the club, I just might ask for some suggestions and advice. You have great insights AND a great car!!
Cheers,
Wayne
If you have any questions I can tell you what we did with our club and why. It will be up to you to decide if it makes sense for your club.
September 22nd, 2010, 04:12 AM
#44
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Location: Atlanta, Georgia
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Just like Dog shows aren't about dogs.
I think it's more a question of personalities. Some people like to congregate and others don't.
IMHO Since I was in the shopping center business for 25+ years, the last thing I want to do on a pretty Saturday is hang around a parking lot.
I think it's more a question of personalities. Some people like to congregate and others don't.
IMHO Since I was in the shopping center business for 25+ years, the last thing I want to do on a pretty Saturday is hang around a parking lot.
September 22nd, 2010, 05:54 AM
#45
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Just like Dog shows aren't about dogs.
I think it's more a question of personalities. Some people like to congregate and others don't.
IMHO Since I was in the shopping center business for 25+ years, the last thing I want to do on a pretty Saturday is hang around a parking lot.
I think it's more a question of personalities. Some people like to congregate and others don't.
IMHO Since I was in the shopping center business for 25+ years, the last thing I want to do on a pretty Saturday is hang around a parking lot.
September 22nd, 2010, 06:34 PM
#46
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Join Date: Mar 2007
Location: Barrie,ON
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Much like a lot of things in life it is all about the people you meet. Heck that is why I coach, it certainly isn't about winning. It is about having fun with the kids, acting like a kid, teaching them a thing or two and learning from them!!
The one thing I think most agree on is that the OCA don't get together enough. It truly has some of the nicest people you ever want to meet. Unfortunately you only really get to see them once a year.
Wayne
The one thing I think most agree on is that the OCA don't get together enough. It truly has some of the nicest people you ever want to meet. Unfortunately you only really get to see them once a year.
Wayne
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