JUNE 2018

Hello fellow campers. June was a unique month for the Copper Hills Chapter. We had two camp outs, one in Blackfoot, Idaho, and the other at the Washoe Lake State campground.
Nevada Good Sam was well represented in Idaho with a total of 8 rigs in attendance (6 Copper Hills, 2 Southern Nevada). Brad’s brother and wife also joined us from Emmett, Idaho. We believe the Copper Hills Chapter was the single largest chapter represented at the Samboree
The Copper Hills caravan left the Reno area on June 4^th and arrived in Blackfoot in the afternoon on June 5^th. Our advance party (Brad and Judi ) arrived before us and staked out a nice location at the Idaho State Fairgrounds with sites that had water and power. ($8.00 per night, what a great rate!).
At the Idaho Samboree we met many nice people, ate some good food (the Smoken Gun BBQ in Blackfoot is a must visit), and played several interesting games (Hand and Foot, Pegs and Jokers, and the blindfolded driver Tractor Rodeo). Randy participated in the Dutch Oven Luncheon.
On Thursday, the Idaho Samboree had a Flag Retirement Ceremony. The program was very moving and emotional. Many old and worn out United States Flags were retired following a solemn program of burning them. Many Good Sams members participated by dedicating an old flag to someone special while placing the flag in a wood fire.
On Friday, the Samboree attendees were treated to a magic show featuring 2 magicians. Many Copper hills members were willing or unwilling participants.
On Saturday night everyone attended the Closing Ceremony. Following the ceremony, we were entertained by a Jazz Band for 2 hours. The music was enjoyable but the chairs got real hard.
On Sunday the weather turned cold and it was a good time to leave and say our goodbyes.



   
                                                                                                                                                       
The second campout was an informal campout at Washoe Lake State Park June 19-22, 3 rigs camped and enjoyed the scenery and wildlife. Over a dozen species of birds were identified, the wild horses were entertaining, and the coyotes were vocal with the near full moon. Star gazing and smores went together every night. Paul and Mary joined us for a day trip filled with conversation, food, and games. A good time was had by all.