{"id":23966,"date":"2021-09-28T20:01:31","date_gmt":"2021-09-29T02:01:31","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/winddrinkers.org\/trailhead\/?p=23966"},"modified":"2021-09-28T20:04:32","modified_gmt":"2021-09-29T02:04:32","slug":"the-bswd-annual-meeting","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/winddrinkers.org\/trailhead\/the-bswd-annual-meeting\/","title":{"rendered":"The BSWD Annual Meeting!"},"content":{"rendered":"

On Tuesday, Sept. 28, we held our annual Big Sky Wind Drinkers meeting, split off from our normal fun run and potluck event. President Gary Hellenga went over current club finances, board positions and a recap of this summer\u2019s fun runs and races.<\/p>\n

Fun Runs & Participation Awards<\/strong><\/p>\n

We had 158 different runners who participated in this summer\u2019s Fun Runs! Although our volunteer participation was a bit low (check out our website to get involved) 13 Wind Drinkers qualified for our participation award\u2014coveted Wind Drinker socks.<\/p>\n

This year\u2019s participation awards went to: Leonard Baluski, Rob Maher, Gail Cary, Robbie Lamb, Jean MacInnes, Kristin Harbuck, Andrea Abrahamson, Teresa Galli, Kay Newman, Tycho Ohler, Otto Ohler, Menno Ohler and Zolani Khumalo.<\/p>\n

So far, this winter, we are planning to hold all the favorites: Jim Banks Turkey Trot, Jingle Bell Jog, Resolution Run, Froze Nose, Handicap Run and Back from the \u2018M.\u2019 Plus the Earth Day run in April. Stay tuned for exact dates.<\/p>\n

Summer Races<\/strong><\/p>\n

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We were able to hold all races as scheduled! This year\u2019s races looked very different from last year\u2019s (check out that comparison slide). Runners eagerly flocked to their favorites, including the Old Gabe, Bridger Ridge Run and John Colter. We were happy to host these runs once again and see everyone come out and participate.<\/p>\n

New Officers<\/strong><\/p>\n

President\u2014Frank Dougher & Toby Holleman<\/p>\n

Vice Presidents\u2014Robbie Lamb, Neal Rainey, Kathryn Hohmann, Danielle Skjelver, Katy Ross, Gary Hellenga and Angie Kociolek.<\/p>\n

Secretary\u2014Mira Brody<\/p>\n

Treasurer\u2014Jacki McGuire and Tracy Dougher<\/p>\n

Membership Chair\u2014Merel Ohler<\/p>\n

Announcements<\/strong><\/p>\n

Since Toby is stepping into a co-president role, we will be looking for a new Equipment Manager! Be sure to contact us if you are interested.<\/p>\n

Mark your calendars\u2014our next board meeting is Oct. 18.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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