John B.
The Kingston Tour Turkey Lunch is ON.
John B.
DON’T DELAY! SIGN TODAY!!
A gentle reminder. I need more reservations for next Sunday’s Kingston Run with turkey lunch at The Carter House otherwise I must cancel. Please email me now at jmbowles@nb.sympatico.ca to confirm. This is a rain or shine event especially arranged with local volunteers who prepare the three-course meal with local produce. Cost is $20.00 per person, cash only, no credit cards.For more Run details, see my earlier post. And please don’t delay, sign today!
John B.
John B.
Phil's Saturday trip to Loring Air Base.
Well, the trip to Loring was a disappointment. Spectators are not allowed at the "fast end" of the runway, only registered racers and pit crew. Even the starting area was at least 400 feet from the pit area and there are no provisions for spectators at all. It seems to be an event for racers, their crew and friends.
On the other hand it was a wonderful day for a tour on some excellent Maine back roads, driving through such places as Monticello, Fort Fairfield, Limestone, Mapleton, Ashland, Knowles Corner, Smyrna Mills and Houlton.
Phil
On the other hand it was a wonderful day for a tour on some excellent Maine back roads, driving through such places as Monticello, Fort Fairfield, Limestone, Mapleton, Ashland, Knowles Corner, Smyrna Mills and Houlton.
Phil
Here's an interesting suggestion for Saturday.
I’m planning to make an excursion to the old Loring Air Force Base in Limestone, ME on Saturday if anyone is interested in going. The Loring Timing Association use the old Strategic Air Command 2 5/8 mile airstrip to set land speed records in many categories……..might even find an LBC or two. J . Saturday racing begins at 8:00am and ends at 5:00pm Maine time. It’s about a two hour drive. You can get back to me at britcars@hotmail.com or text me at 292-4993.
Phil
http://www.loringtiming.com/
Phil
http://www.loringtiming.com/
SEPT 11TH KINGSTON RUN WITH TURKEY LUNCH
Sunday Sept. 11th, assemble 10:45 am Ramada Inn, Fredericton. Depart 11:00 am.
Route to Kingston via Hwy 105 and 695.
Rendezvous in Kingston with Saint John FABACians.
Return to Fredericton via Grand Bay-Westfield ferry and choice of Hwy 102 or Hwy 7.
Approx. 1:00 pm three-course home cooked turkey lunch at The Carter House, Kingston (prepared by local volunteer fund-raising group).
Note: cost is $20.00 per person in cash, no credit or debit cards please.
Approx. 2.30 pm visit Dunhams Run Estate Winery with possibility of seeing proprietor Tony Rickett’s collection of British sports cars.
Approx. 3:30 pm return to Fredericton or Saint John.
This is a rain or shine event. Reservations must be made by email to: jmbowles@nb.sympatico.ca by noon Wednesday Sept. 7th. There will be no refunds or cancellations! Reserve now and look forward to a great run, a fabulous meal and a special visit to one of New Brunswick’s leading wineries. For more information about the historic lunch venue Google “1810 Carter House Tea Room”.
John B.
Route to Kingston via Hwy 105 and 695.
Rendezvous in Kingston with Saint John FABACians.
Return to Fredericton via Grand Bay-Westfield ferry and choice of Hwy 102 or Hwy 7.
Approx. 1:00 pm three-course home cooked turkey lunch at The Carter House, Kingston (prepared by local volunteer fund-raising group).
Note: cost is $20.00 per person in cash, no credit or debit cards please.
Approx. 2.30 pm visit Dunhams Run Estate Winery with possibility of seeing proprietor Tony Rickett’s collection of British sports cars.
Approx. 3:30 pm return to Fredericton or Saint John.
This is a rain or shine event. Reservations must be made by email to: jmbowles@nb.sympatico.ca by noon Wednesday Sept. 7th. There will be no refunds or cancellations! Reserve now and look forward to a great run, a fabulous meal and a special visit to one of New Brunswick’s leading wineries. For more information about the historic lunch venue Google “1810 Carter House Tea Room”.
John B.
Report on Stanley Fair
We had a wonderful turnout for this year's annual Stanley Fair. In total we had 13 cars that participated! Surely our record in the three years we have been attending. The weather, while at times very grey (but dry), continued to improve until the sun finally broke through in the afternoon. The organizers, who have always appreciated our participation, responded by having our usual parking area nicely covered with crushed rock and leveled making parking much easier. An improvement that we very much appreciated.
There was much to see and do, and just standing around and having a chin wag (as Kelvin would say) with interested car enthusiasts was fun. Many took in the fair ground activities including a visit to the animal barn, where one got to see a variety of farm animals including the most unusual "Mammoth Donkey". A huge Donkey that in its day could have been considered to be the 18 wheeler of the day. Many of our members were seen to be buying or admiring homemade sweets, preserves, quilts etc. I saw Tim walk by with a huge smile on his face and a comparable homemade apple pie to match.
The special of the day at the fair ground diner was a full attired turkey dinner which many of our members had. The diner had a large selection of other delicious fair food for those of us who have an aversion to turkey other than on festive occasions.
With that many of our cars in attendance it seemed that wherever I went I would bump into several of our members including those in the exhibit building that housed antique farm tractors, farming implements, a chainsaw collection that would have take a super hero to operate owing their size and weight and much much more. There were several of us at the horse pull gaining an appreciation of how beautiful and powerful these draft horses are. Amazing really!
There were always several members at the antique engines display where several of these incredible old machines were seen operating. Their proud and knowledgeable owners only too eager to answer any questions—much like ourselves when asked questions about our cars.
All in all I think it safe to say we had another great day at this incredible and historical Stanley Fair whose organizers and volunteers really deserve a pat on the back for what they have done there.
Also a huge thank you to all of you who attended contributing much to this fair and certainly much appreciated by the fair organizers.
Thank-you all,
Gary
There was much to see and do, and just standing around and having a chin wag (as Kelvin would say) with interested car enthusiasts was fun. Many took in the fair ground activities including a visit to the animal barn, where one got to see a variety of farm animals including the most unusual "Mammoth Donkey". A huge Donkey that in its day could have been considered to be the 18 wheeler of the day. Many of our members were seen to be buying or admiring homemade sweets, preserves, quilts etc. I saw Tim walk by with a huge smile on his face and a comparable homemade apple pie to match.
The special of the day at the fair ground diner was a full attired turkey dinner which many of our members had. The diner had a large selection of other delicious fair food for those of us who have an aversion to turkey other than on festive occasions.
With that many of our cars in attendance it seemed that wherever I went I would bump into several of our members including those in the exhibit building that housed antique farm tractors, farming implements, a chainsaw collection that would have take a super hero to operate owing their size and weight and much much more. There were several of us at the horse pull gaining an appreciation of how beautiful and powerful these draft horses are. Amazing really!
There were always several members at the antique engines display where several of these incredible old machines were seen operating. Their proud and knowledgeable owners only too eager to answer any questions—much like ourselves when asked questions about our cars.
All in all I think it safe to say we had another great day at this incredible and historical Stanley Fair whose organizers and volunteers really deserve a pat on the back for what they have done there.
Also a huge thank you to all of you who attended contributing much to this fair and certainly much appreciated by the fair organizers.
Thank-you all,
Gary
"OUR" Catharine Pendrel takes Bronze at Rio Olympics!
FABAC members are ecstatic that Catharine had this wonderful win at Rio. We can only imagine how her parents, Bruce and Johanna must feel. I'm sure they will gives us a full report at our next meeting. Older members remember meeting Catherine a few years ago and being so impressed with her skills and determination.
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Phil's nice two day trip to NS
Want to drive some very nice, scenic back roads? Go to Nova Scotia! I did a two day quick trip to Nova Scotia, leaving at 7:00AM Thursday and crawling out of the car back at home at about 10:30PM Friday evening. The excuse for the trip was to attend our oldest grandson’s graduation from Air Cadet Camp at CFB Greenwood on Thursday afternoon, stopping in Truro to meet a friend to catch up and have lunch, staying with a cousin just down the road from Greenwood in Lawrencetown for the night and on to Lunenburg for a visit and lunch with friends. Taking the four lane Thursday to Milford, I took Hwy 14 to Brooklyn and on to Windsor and Greenwood via the old Hwy 1. I was a bit concerned when I saw a sign on Hwy 14 saying “Rough Road Ahead for 6 km”……trust me, Nova Scotia’s rough road equals New Brunswick’s best.
CFB Greenwood graduated five hundred cadets, the ceremony and demonstrations lasting until 8:30PM. Having about an hour before the ceremony at 5:30PM, I went to the Greenwood Military Aviation Museum but it was near their closing time. The static display in their air park is impressive and I plan on returning. http://www.gmam.ca/ Not a lot of personal grandson time as they had other activities and preparing for the flight back to Newfoundland in the morning.
After catching up on the Nova Scotia side of family goings on that evening, I struck out on Hwy 10 Friday morning for Lunenburg. Perfect twisty and hilly road with forest and lake vistas, then a complete stop about halfway in……major accident with the road closed for 2-3 hours. Detours on several back roads, some GPS confusion (GPS wanted to keep sending me down logging roads) and head scratching over a map saw me in East Dalhousie, New Ross, then Chester, Mahone Bay and Lunenburg. Nice visit with friends and a late lunch, a tour of the area, a few photos and on the road to Windsor via Hwy 14 and the long way to Truro on Hwy 215 and 236 along Minas Basin and Cobequid Bay. An excellent drive with the exception of about 5 km of construction and culvert replacement. Dinner in Truro and on the four lane again for a late arrival home.
The “small” white 200 foot boat belongs to Mickey Arison, owner of the NBA Team Miami Heat and CEO of Carnival Cruise Lines. The Mylin VI has a crew of fifteen and accommodates ten guests.
Phil
CFB Greenwood graduated five hundred cadets, the ceremony and demonstrations lasting until 8:30PM. Having about an hour before the ceremony at 5:30PM, I went to the Greenwood Military Aviation Museum but it was near their closing time. The static display in their air park is impressive and I plan on returning. http://www.gmam.ca/ Not a lot of personal grandson time as they had other activities and preparing for the flight back to Newfoundland in the morning.
After catching up on the Nova Scotia side of family goings on that evening, I struck out on Hwy 10 Friday morning for Lunenburg. Perfect twisty and hilly road with forest and lake vistas, then a complete stop about halfway in……major accident with the road closed for 2-3 hours. Detours on several back roads, some GPS confusion (GPS wanted to keep sending me down logging roads) and head scratching over a map saw me in East Dalhousie, New Ross, then Chester, Mahone Bay and Lunenburg. Nice visit with friends and a late lunch, a tour of the area, a few photos and on the road to Windsor via Hwy 14 and the long way to Truro on Hwy 215 and 236 along Minas Basin and Cobequid Bay. An excellent drive with the exception of about 5 km of construction and culvert replacement. Dinner in Truro and on the four lane again for a late arrival home.
The “small” white 200 foot boat belongs to Mickey Arison, owner of the NBA Team Miami Heat and CEO of Carnival Cruise Lines. The Mylin VI has a crew of fifteen and accommodates ten guests.
Phil
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