JULY 31, 2021 MARK KAUFMANN LEAVE A COMMENT
Hello All! We’re looking forward to our first official IN PERSON VCM party in over a year. Welcome Back!
Our traditional Velo Club Summer Picnic is scheduled for Sunday, August 29 from 2-6pm, for all members and guests who have been fully vaccinated for COVID 19.
The picnic will be held at the Coniglio Family House on Laureles Grade in Carmel Valley, as in recent years. There’s lots of room, a big grill, swimming pool, and even a shower for those who want to clean up after the morning rides.
THE PICNIC: VCM provides barbecued burgers, sausages, hot dogs and the fixings, as well as coolers/ice, plates and utensils and non-alcoholic beverages. BYO Beer, Wine or other alcoholic drinks. Also we ask that members bring salads/side, appetizers or desserts to share.
- If your last name starts with A-H bring an appetizer.
- If your last name starts with I-Q bring a dessert.
- If your last name starts with R-Z bring a salad or side dish.
THE LOCATION:
Coniglio Valley House
437 Laureles Grade
Carmel Valley, CA 93924
THE RIDES: Long Ride – Big Arroyo Seco Loop. Start/meet at the Coniglio Family House at 7am, climb Laureles Grade, Hwy 68 to River Road, Arroyo Seco and back over Cahoon Summit into Carmel Valley (about 87 miles). Shorter Ride – Climb to Cahoon Summit (with Cachagua Loop option on the way back) ride leaving at 9:30. If you get back early, you can help set up the picnic or take a dip in the pool to cool off.
VOLUNTEERING TO HELP SET UP/CLEAN UP
We need the following:
- 1 or 2 volunteers to help decorate for the picnic (Noon-2)
- 2 or 3 volunteers to help setup for the picnic (Noon-2)
- 3 volunteers to help on the grill (90 minutes)
- 5 or 6 volunteers to help with cleanup at the end (6-8pm)
RSVP via Evite or Email (veloclub@vcmonterey.org) no later than August 22nd so we can get a headcount and know how much to bring.
If you’ll be riding that morning, please mention which ride in your RSVP comments.
Also, PLEASE tell us if you’re able to fill one of the volunteer positions needed to make the picnic a success, in your RSVP.
The Summer Picnic is free for VCM members. Non-members are welcome but we ask that they give a $10 donation to the club.
We look forward to seeing you at the Summer Picnic!!