Volunteer Recognition
We would like to recognize four outstanding volunteers this month. The four volunteers have given many countless hours to COP.
Dave Seslar: He is extremely knowledgeable about kayaking, as well as many other topics. I describe him to my little sister as "a library of information". His thorough explanation of techniques, river reading, and all aspects of boating have helped me to learn a great deal about the sport. He is always looking out for people on the river, making sure that they are comfortable and happy and have everything they need. He is also extremely safety conscious. I have learned that when Dave says that a particular line through a rapid is "interesting", that he is always right, but it is not necessarily "interesting" in a good way!
Charlie Pace: Charlie is TOSRV director. But, do you know, he comes out and works his heart out for the entire week of GOBA. For the past 2 years he has served as the Assistant Service Director, which is a thankless task of setting up the campgrounds in each of the GOBA towns for the entire week. He works under the direction of Brad Lutz, the Service Director. Charlie is another one of those people for whom no job is either too small or too big. He gets out there and DOES.
Dick Seebode: Besides everything else Dick does for COP, every year he offers his assistance during GOBA week and is willing to do any job I give him, as long as he has to work hard. Dick is often at my door, OFFERING to help before I even have a chance to seek him out ... one in a million.
Gordon Renkes: Gordon is a natural teacher who loves his subject matter and imparts his enthusiasm to his learners. And this is not easy when the subject is bike safety! But he takes the time to answer the most mundane questions with dignity and makes his students feel that their safety and comfort is his top concern. Because of Gordon, I am a far safer rider and will pass on this knowledge to other new riders.
The above write ups were submitted by COP members last fall when the Volunteer Recognition Committee requested the general membership to send in a letter describing their favorite volunteer to be recognized at the General Membership Meeting. The Volunteer Recognition Committee is looking forward to recognizing more of our superior volunteers in the upcoming General Membership Meeting held in October. Further information will be coming out in the Newsletter as to how you can submit a letter for your favorite COP volunteer.