[at-l] PA Ruck Thank You's and Experiences

[atrailhiker at adelphia.net (Marsha)]

Jollies neglected to tell you that he played a significant role as well. 
  Not only is he charming, gracious, and handsome,
he brought the digital projector, computer, and sound system so that we 
could all enjoy the slide shows.

Thank you Jollies!

Marsha

Brian Klotz wrote:

> Hello All,
>    Starting off, I would like to write that the PA Ruck this year was 
> yet another success in my mind.  According to more long-term attendees 
> than myself (I have gone 3 years now), the approximately 70 people there 
> on Saturday was a bit down from years past, but the event was filled 
> with fun, fellowship, and lots of good food.  I wanted to personally 
> thank the following people who did so much to make the event possible.  
> If I don't directly name someone who helped, please accept my sincere 
> apologies because I tried my best to meet, talk to and personally thank 
> all who contributed so much time and effort towards the event.  Anyone 
> else on the list, please fill in any gaps I may have missed!!
> 
>    Donna, the hostel caretaker - For all of her support and kindness.  
> She practically ran herself ragged doing everything to keep the event 
> running smoothly!
> 
>    Marsha - The "Event Organizer" - For taking care of most of the 
> logistics with regards to the event and the wonderful food that was 
> available to all of the attendees
>      Laurie, from the ATC - For coming and continuing to show the 
> support of the ATC towards the hiking community.  I believe she also did 
> a presentation on Friday which I was unable to attend.
> 
>    Weathercarrot - For taking care of the logistics with getting the 
> equipment for the shows and for creating one himself
> 
>    Tin Man - For donating a few giveaways even though he couldn't 
> attend.  Three hikers received prizes like two sets of mapdannas and a 
> Mamma's kitchen from a random drawing from names of those who made 
> donations to the hostel at lunch.
> 
>    Mara - For organizing and running the fantastic tuckerization seminar
> 
>    Bone Spur - For moderating the thru-hiker Q&A session before dinner
> 
>    There was one gentleman whom I know ran the Earl Shaffer shows during 
> the day, but I can't recall his name.  Thanks to him for that!
> 
>    Well, my brain is tapped for the evening, but of course a big thanks 
> to all who contributed food or supplies to make the event a success, and 
> also a big thanks to everyone who attended.  I had a fantastic time 
> meeting all of you that I had a chance to, and it was truly a great 
> experience.  I am already looking forward to next year's Ruck!!
> 
> Brian "Jollies" Klotz
> GA -> ME '03
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