The 2017 Tri-State -- Taos, New Mexico
Updated 28-Jun-2018 = Copyright (c) 2018 Corvairs of New Mexico
Photos from the 2017 Taos Tri-State -- PDF -- 2.1 MB
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CORSA CHAPTERS REPRESENTED
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CCC Cactus Corvair Club, Mesa, Arizona
CNM Corvairs of New Mexico
COCA Central Oklahoma Corvair Association
Corsa West Los Angeles, California
GCCG Green Country Corvair Group, Tulsa, Oklahoma
MCCA Mid-Continent Corvair Association, Wichita, Kansas
PPCC Pikes Peak Corvair Club, Colorado Springs
RMC Rocky Mountain Corsa, Denver, Colorado
Ute Trails Corvair Club
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REGISTRATIONS BY PRIMARY CLUB NUMBER OF PEOPLE CLAIMED STATES REPRESENTED
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Cactus Corvair Club 1 2 Arizona 1
Corvairs of New Mexico 22 43 California 1
Central Oklahoma Corvairs 3 6 Colorado 33
Corsa West 1 2 Kansas 4
Green Country Corvairs 4 9 New Mexico 22
Mid-Continent Corvairs 3 5 Oklahoma 6
Pikes Peak Corvair Club 11 23 Texas 1
Rocky Mountain CORSA 21 38 Washington 1
Ute Trails 1 2 Wyoming 1
Other Clubs 3 6
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NUMBER OF CARS IN THE CAR SHOW |
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BY YEAR | BY BODY TYPE | BY STATE | BY CLUB | BY MODEL |
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1960 = 2 | Coupe = 26 | ARIZONA = 1 | CCC = 1 | Corsa 12 |
1961 = 3 | Convertible = 11 | COLORADO = 23 | CNM = 13 | Lakewood 2 |
1962 = 4 | Sedan = 6 | KANSAS = 4 | COCA = 3 | Monza 26 |
1963 = 3 | Station Wagon = 3 | NEW MEXICO = 13 | GCCG = 3 | Rampside 1 |
1964 = 4 | F.C. = 1 | OKLAHOMA = 5 | MCCA = 3 | Spyder 4 |
1965 = 16 | Ultra Van = 0 | TEXAS = 1 | PPCC = 6 | |
1966 = 8 | | WASHINGTON = 1 | RMC = 16 | |
1967 = 4 | | | Ute = 1 | |
1968 = 3 | | | None = 1 | |
1969 = 0 | | | | |
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TOTAL = 47 | | | | |
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WINNERS OF CAR SHOW
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EARLY OPEN ... Dave Olwine
EARLY CLOSED ... Ed Halpin
LATE OPEN ... Mike Piper
LATE CLOSED ... Mike Head
FORWARD CONTROL ... Steve Gongora
STATION WAGON ... B. Williams
BEST OF SHOW ... Richard Langlois, 1960 Corvair
Ed Halpin presented the FRANCIS BOYDSTON AWARD to Ray Trujillo.
HARD LUCK AWARD
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John Green of RMC & PPCC had a filler neck hose failure. A repair was effected
with the help of Ray Shick of PPCC.
SPECIAL SPEAKER
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Mr. Joe Casey, who was the Chevrolet manufacturing supervisor for the last
of the 1969's that were produced, was the guest speaker. He gave an excellent
presentation and took questions. Thank you Mr. and Mrs. Casey for joining us.
LIST OF ALL WHO REGISTERED
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CAR NAME NAME SPOUSE/OTHER CITY ST CLUB YEAR MILES MODEL BODY HP
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100 Colleen Law Richard Law Oklahoma City OK COCA 1961 587 Lakewood SW 80
101 David Castiaux Cheryl Cooper Oklahoma City OK COCA 1967 n/a Monza Coupe 110
102 Greg Renfro n/a Wichita KS MCCA 1965 549 Corsa Coupe 140
103 James Ergenbright Ann Midwest City OK COCA 1965 536 Corsa Coupe 110
104 John Green Kathy Castle Rock CO PPCC/RMC 1968 261 Monza Coupe 110
105 Richard Hawk Janice,Christine,Stephen Owasso OK Tulsa 1965 n/a Monza Coupe 140
106 John Wiker Anne Edgewood NM CNM 1966 n/a Monza Coupe 110
107 Ned Madsen Kathy Derby KS MCCA 1965 524 Monza Sp. Sedan 95
108 Mike Piper Karen,Emily Westminster CO RMC/PPCC 1965 306 Corsa Conv. 140
109 John Drage Sandra Loveland CO RMC 1962 389 Monza Conv. 102
110 Mark S Welte Darlene Derby KS MCCA 1965 536 Corsa Coupe 180
111 Tarmo Sutt Kay Santa Fe NM CNM 1965 70 Corsa Coupe 140
112 Kay Sutt Tarmo Santa Fe NM CNM 1966 70 Corsa Conv. 180
113 Ray Schick n/a Colorado Springs CO PPCC 1964 230 "700" 4 dr n/a
114 Betty West n/a Colorado Springs CO RMC/PPCC 1966 230 Monza Coupe 140
115 Robert Gold Anne Mae Albuquerque NM CNM 1965 140 Corsa Conv. 140
116 Larry Yoffee Elisa Albuquerque NM CNM 1965 140 Corsa Coupe 180
117 Allen Amrine n/a Colorado Springs CO PPCC/SCC 1961 235 Wagon "700" SW 102
118 Art Gold n/a Albuquerque NM CNM 1966 140 Monza Coupe 95
119 Kory Levin Gail Centennial CO RMC 1966 300 Monza Coupe 110
120 Ken Schifftner n/a Englewood CO RMC/PPCC 1964 300 Spyder Conv. 110
121 William Pearce Trezjna Eckert CO PPCC/UteTr 1961 400 Lakewood SW 102
122 Pat Hall Vickie Los Lunas NM CNM 1965 150 Corsa Coupe 140
123A Steve Goodman n/a Denver CO RMC/PPCC 1968 280 Monza Coupe 110
123B Mike Head Marilyn Delta CO Utetr 1967 320 Monza Coupe 110
124 Dave Olwine Brenna/Neyla Fort Collins CO RMC 1963 346 Spyder Conv. 150
125 Jean Olwine Jean Grand Junction CO RMC 1964 661 Mazda Sedan 110
126 Steve Gongora Rita,Emily,Victor,Steel,Gunner,Liz Albuquerque NM CNM 1962 130 Rampside FC 110
127 John Dinsdale Debbie Aurora CO RMC/CNM/PPCC 1966 328 Monza 4 dr 110
128 Paul Seyforth Maxine Thornton CO RMC 1966 n/a Corsa Coupe 140
129 Dave Wenzlick Cathy Gilbert AZ CCC 1965 n/a Monza 4 dr 140
130 Gary Baxter Mary Owasso OK GCCG 1965 694 Corsa Coupe 140
131 Tami Mohr n/a Oakley KS GCCG 1965 400 Monza Coupe 110
132 Dale Nielsen n/a Littleton CO RMC 1965 285 Monza Coupe 140
133 David Huntoon n/a Cedar Crest NM CNM 1963 123 Monza Conv. 102
134 Dusty Dodge n/a Evergreen CO RMC 1965 260 Monza Coupe 110
135 Randy Karl Sara Payton CO PPCC 1968 330 Monza Coupe 110
137 Ray Trujillo Julian Albuquerque NM CNM 1965 130 Corsa Conv. 140
138 Rick Beets Charlie Jessica Centennial CO RMC/PPCC 1963 150 Spyder Conv. 150
139 Timothy Shortle Lilian Durango CO RMC/CNM 1967 250 Monza Sp. Sedan 110
140 Ed Halpin Cheryl + 2 Castle Rock CO PPCC/CNM 1960 260 Monza Coupe 80
141 Richard Hull Donald,Troy Allyn WA none 1964 150 Spyder Conv. 150
142 Rob Brereton Tricia,Natalie Centennial CO RMC 1962 330 Monza Coupe 180
143 Sean Langlois Dylan,Covlos,Venessa Albuquerque NM CNM 1960 120 Monza Coupe 80
-0- Curt Shimp n/a Silver City NM CNM 1966 370 Monza Coupe 140
-0- Natalie Robinson Clair San Antonio NM CNM 1962 221 Monza Conv. 110
-0- Tony Lawler n/a Aurora CO RMC/PPCC 1967 232 Monza Coupe 140
-0- Leroy Rogers Emma Albuquerque NM CNM none n/a n/a n/a n/a
-0- Terry Price Sarah Albuquerque NM CNM none n/a n/a n/a n/a
-0- Hurley Wilvert Brenda Sandia Park NM CNM none n/a n/a n/a n/a
-0- Ken Sturm n/a Santa Fe NM CNM none n/a n/a n/a n/a
-0- Joan Wilshire n/a Loveland CO RMC none n/a n/a n/a n/a
-0- Laura Wilshire n/a Erie CO RMC none n/a n/a n/a n/a
-0- Chuck Riblett Carolyn Taylor Loveland CO RMC none n/a n/a n/a n/a
-0- Wayne Russert Bonni Castle Rock CO PPCC none n/a n/a n/a n/a
-0- Lube Lubert Bill Albuquerque NM CNM none n/a n/a n/a n/a
-0- J C Salazar P Sierra Sulmar CA Corsa West none n/a n/a n/a n/a
-0- Eric Schakel Linae Sadalia CO RMC none n/a n/a n/a n/a
-0- Bob Mooney Barbara Henryetta OK GCCG none n/a n/a n/a n/a
-0- Bill Reider Lee Albuquerque NM CNM none n/a n/a n/a n/a
-0- Chris Kimberly n/a Castle Rock CO PPCC none n/a n/a n/a n/a
-0- John Neal Larry Colorado Springs CO PPCC none n/a n/a n/a n/a
-0- Garrie Fox Patricia Colorado Springs CO PPCC/RMC none n/a n/a n/a n/a
-0- Howard Steward Tess Erie CO RMC none n/a n/a n/a n/a
-0- John Hesco Marilyn,Heather,Makenzie Greybull WY PPCC none n/a n/a n/a n/a
-0- Becky Mullins n/a Albuquerque NM CNM none n/a n/a n/a n/a
-0- Russ McDuffy Nancy Albuquerque NM CNM none n/a n/a n/a n/a
-0- Steve Schultheis n/a Albuquerque NM CNM none n/a n/a n/a n/a
-0- Joe Casey Carmen Dallas TX none none n/a n/a n/a n/a
-0- Julioe Primm n/a Denver CO none none n/a n/a n/a n/a
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THANKS TO ALL WHO ATTENDED! SEE YOU NEXT YEAR IN CRESTED BUTTE, COLORADO!
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Newsletter articles leading up to the Taos Tri-State follow below:
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33RD ANNUAL TRI-STATE CORVAIR MEET
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Dates: JUNE 2 - 3 - 4 , 2017
Hosted by: CORVAIRS OF NEW MEXICO
Host hotel: Kachina Lodge
Location: 413 Paseo del Pueblo Norte, Taos, NM 87571
Reservations: 575-758-2275 or 1-800-522-4462
Room Rates: $99.95 / $89.95 per night
Click here for all 2017 Taos Tri-State Information:
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NEWSLETTER MAY 2017
PREREGISTRATION AND HELP
Terry Price
It's only a little over five weeks until the Taos Tri-State will be underway.
According to Cheryl Webster, at Kachina Lodge in Taos, 63 rooms have been
reserved and additional reservations are coming in daily. That means, if you
have not reserved a room for the event, you better get it done.
According to our information, over 100 people have already committed to
attending. We are having an issue with those that have reserved rooms, some have
not preregistered on line to let us know what there menu selection is for the
banquet. Selections are beef, chicken or Mexican cuisine, (vegetarian is
available on special request).
You must preregister at: http://www.corsaturbo180usa.com, if you are going to
attend the banquet. As you have heard, we are having a guest speaker, Joe Casey,
who supervised the hand assembly of the final Corvairs manufactured in 1969.
Preregistration is mandatory for the banquet. We do expect 130 to 150 people in
attendance at the event.
Another need for assistance at the Taos Tri State is help during the event.
People are needed to help count ballets for the Show and Shine, help sell raffle
tickets, help at the registration table and help with the hospitality room.
Hurley and Brenda Wilvert are going to be heading up the refreshments for the
hospitality room and need relief during the event. They are also asking for
baked goods, bake goods only, such as cookies, cakes and muffins, no pies or any
other kind of things. They will provide the rest of the items to be served. If
you have any items to donate for door prizes or raffle items, we need those too.
The Lodge is continuing to be supportive in many areas, such as music at the
Show and Shine, a hospitality hour on Friday evening and a free shuttle to take
us to various places in town. They have arranged with the mayor of Taos and the
Police chief to parade us around town. We are working to arrange a photo of
attendees at the Taos Pueblo on Sunday morning, the 4th of June. More on that to
come. This is going to be a fantastic event you don't want to miss!
You can reserve a room at the Kachina Lodge: 575-758-2275 or
http://www.katchinalodge.com
You can preregister for the banquet and order a shirt at
http://www.corsaturbo180usa.com
If you have any other questions you can reach Terry Price at: 505-328-8827 or
pricet150@gmail.com
See you in Taos! -- Terry
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NEWSLETTER APRIL 2017
The Rocky Mountain annual Corvair event of the year!
Corvairs of New Mexico welcomes all of our regional and national
extended Corvair family to the 33rd Tri-State Corvair Meet!
Please pre-register at:
http://www.corsaturbo180usa.com/
Our host hotel in Taos, New Mexico is
KACHINA LODGE 413 Paseo del Pueblo Norte, Taos, NM, 87571
Special room rate $89.99 + tax per night (includes full hot breakfast)
To get this rate, you must let them know that
you are with the "Corvair event." 575-758-2275 / 1-800-522-4462
http://www.kachinalodge.com/
SCHEDULED EVENTS:
Guest reception on Friday, June 2, 2017
Police escort Corvair parade through town
Show and Shine Car Show at Kachina Lodge
Awards banquet at Kachina Lodge
Bonfire get together evenings at Kachina Lodge
Our awards banquet guest speaker is Mr. Joe Casey
Willow Run Corvair plant supervisor for the final
production of the hand assembled 1969's.
BANQUET INFORMATION:
$25.00 per person
$12.50 for 12 years old and under
Please use the contact form at
http://www.corsaturbo180usa.com/
to indicate who will be attending the awards banquet and
their meal choice of: BEEF / CHICKEN / MEXICAN.
Make one choice per person in the contact box.
In addition, please indicate on the contact form if you
are showing a Corvair including the year and model.
Please indicate your hometown and club affiliation.
Providing this information on-line will help us to plan
and will serve as pre-registration.
T-SHIRT INFORMATION:
Please use the form at
http://www.corsaturbo180usa.com/
to order your T-shirt.
Style: short sleeve or long sleeve men's or women's
Color: Black / Navy Blue / White / Gray
Sizes: S - M - L - XL - XX / XXX ( add $2.00 per shirt )
All shirts will be 100% cotton.
Pricing:
men's short sleeve $ 20.00 + tax
women's short sleeve $ 21.00 + tax
men's long sleeve $ 23.00 + tax
women's long sleeve $ 24.00 + tax
(add $2.00 per each for XX/XXX)
You will receive an email that your order was
received and your total Payment is due by cash
or check when you pick up your order at registration.
Deadline for ordering T-Shirts: May 1, 2017
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NEWSLETTER MARCH 2017
TAOS TOPICS #5 == Joe Casey To Speak At Tri-State
Terry Price
Who is Joe Casey, you ask? For the 1969 model year only 6,000 Corvairs were
scheduled to be manufactured. The last few of these Corvairs were assembled by
hand in the "Corvair Room" at the General Motors Willow Run Plant. Joe Casey was
the supervisor of the room and will give an interesting talk at our awards
banquet. You won't want to miss it!
Another addition to the Tri-State Show and Shine will be Kevin Casaus of "Gay
Rhythm Productions" providing music from the 50's, 60's, 70's and 80's during
the show. He will also be announcing the winners of a number of raffles and
prizes during the Show and Shine. We will be listening to Kevin's sound system
during our banquet.
The Points for the Attendance Award will be awarded as follows:
* All who attend should fill out a registration form.
* One point will be given to the member registering for the Taos Tri-State.
* One point will be given to the registered spouse of the member.
* One point will be given for each immediate family member registered.
* One point will be given to any member registering his/her Corvair for the
Show-and-Shine who for any reason does not attend the Banquet.
* One point will be given to the spouse of a member registering his/her Corvair
for the Show-and-Shine, if present, who for any reason does not attend the
Banquet.
* If the registrant is a member of more than one club, they can add the same
number of points for that club as well.
* All points will be recorded from the information you enter on your
registration form when you check in with us in Taos.
We want to count every person participating in the Tri-State and have a count of
those present from every club as well as any not affiliated with any CORSA
chapter.
Finally, if anyone has anything to donate to the Tri-State for prizes, please
let me know right away! Contact me at my pricet150@gmail.com email account.
Remember to reserve your room at The Kachina Lodge in Taos by calling
505-522-4462 or 575-758-2275. Ask for Cheryl and don't forget to mention
"Corvair Tri-State" for special room rates. Rooms are filling up fast, so don't
delay! You also need to go to Larry Yoffee's web site: corsaturbo180usa.com for
T-shirt orders and meal selections. This must be done by May 1st.
See you in Taos! -- Terry
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NEWSLETTER MARCH 2017
TRI-STATE RAFFLE QUILT
Kay Sutt
The Tri-state rally in Taos is only three months away now, June 2-4. I'm eagerly
looking forward to seeing everyone from all the clubs at the Kachina Lodge. It
is one of my favorite venues for the meet because that central 'plaza' with
seating is a great place to meet and visit, and the circular interior driveway
of the hotel provides a private 'mini' car-display' for all the Corvair folks at
the meet. I was asked to make the raffle quilt this year. It will be a T-shirt
quilt, 60" x 60" with flannel backing - the perfect thing to wrap up in for next
year's cold January Super Bowl, when we hope our friends from the Rocky Mountain
and Pikes Peak club can cheer on their local guys once more -- sorry, if you are
a fan for another team. The top is pieced and it will be finished soon, well in
advance of the meet. Thanks to everyone in the Club who so quickly and
generously donated T-shirts for the project. That kind of cooperation is what
makes Corvairs of New Mexico such a great club. The members of CNM are
absolutely THE BEST!
Thanks, all! -- Kay Sutt
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NEWSLETTER FEBRUARY 2017
TAOS TOPICS #4
Terry Price
Taos will be a great place for those who enjoy art and museums. Taos was
established as an art center in 1915 when six artists, (Bert Phillips, Ernest
Blumenschein, Oscar Berninghars, Joseph Sharp, and Erving Course) formed the
Taos Society of Artists. A few years later D.H. Lawrence and Mabel Dodge Luhan
joined the group. Taos was becoming a credible art center known around the
world, and continues to establish itself today. There are many museums and art
galleries in Taos and a few will be mentioned here.
The Millicent Rogers Museum is loaded with many unique collections. Navajo
jewelry and textiles, Pueblo pottery, Hopi and Zuni kachina dolls, basketry,
Maria Martinez family ceramics, weavings, ornamental tinwork, and photography
and graphics. Another popular place is the Harwood Museum of Art, managed by the
University of New Mexico. The Museum has more than 4,700 works of art and
archives more than 17,000 photographs from the 19th century on.
Another museum of interest is the Taos Art Museum located in the historic Fechin
House. The mission of the museum is to "preserve, exhibit and promote an
appreciation of the artistic, historical and cultural uniqueness of Taos and the
Southwest by representing artists both past and present, and honoring their
patrons." The museum features works by the Taos Society of Artists. Corvair
visitors may wish to visit all or any one of many museums in Taos.
The Taos Tri State is a little more than five months away and it is time for you
to make plans to attend the event. It is important to email information
concerning who will attend, what Corvair you will bring, what food you would
like at the awards banquet and what size and kind of shirt you would like to
order. Do this by accessing the web site: corsaturbo180usa.com
Not only will you be able to enter this information under the comment section
but you will also be able to look at a number of videos about Taos and the
surrounding area. Reservations should be made as soon as possible at the
Kachina Lodge. Their phone numbers are: 800-522-4462 or 575-758-2257 and ask for
Cheryl.
If there are any other questions concerning the event you can direct them to me
at:
pricet150@gmail.com -- Terry
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NEWSLETTER JANUARY 2017
TAOS TOPICS #3
Terry Price
Taos is a favorite travel destination in the state, and will be a fun place for
the 2017 Tri-State. The Kachina Lodge is hosting a welcome hour Friday evening
and a late evening bonfire is planned in the patio featuring Native American
dancers. It will be a great time to share Corvair information and lots of
Corvair lore.
Saturday morning will be the parade through town and the show and shine. That
afternoon there will be some free time to enjoy some places in the area. Two
places that could be of interest are the Greater World Earthship Biostecture and
the Rio Grande Gorge and Bridge.
The Earthship Biostecture is a totally sustainable house made from recycled
materials. It is built to generate its own electricity, collect its own water
which can be recycled four times, grow its own food inside and out, cool itself
and manage its own sewage. At the same time it is modern and comfortable. This
is quite a site that is in harmony with the environment. The structure is on the
other side of the Rio Grande Gorge Bridge.
The bridge is a cantilever bridge that crosses the Rio Grande which runs 650
feet below. You may choose to stop on the west side of the bridge, and a turn
around on the east. Of course, you can walk to the middle of the bridge and take
a look over the edge, something I probably won't try. Jim added photos from a
2004 trip with Heula and her daughter Mary.
For more info on the Tri-State, Taos and the surrounding area and register your
name and meal selection for the banquet go to WWW.corsaturbo180usa.com. Make
your room registration with the Kachina Lodge at 575-758-2275 or toll free at
800-522-4462. Mention Tri-State Corvair meet for the special rate which will
include a hot breakfast in the restaurant.
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NEWSLETTER NOVEMBER 2016
TAOS TOPICS #2
Terry Price
Plans for Taos Tri State 2017 are continuing to develop. Vickie Hall has been
collecting items for the gift bags and they should be a nice surprise for
everyone, with all the goodies in them. The registration forms are in the final
stage and should be completed soon with T-shirt prices, banquet meal selections
and costs. The forms will be included on Larry's web site for an "unofficial"
pre-registration. (More on that in the next newsletter.)
The Kachina Lodge has also been doing some upgrading.
The parking lot has been resurfaced, which will provide us with more than 50
spaces for the Show and Shine. Curbs have been painted and other improvements to
the grounds are underway. The restaurant was closed for a while, but during that
time the kitchen has been modernized and a new chef has been hired. The
restaurant is open for business and has a wide selection of entrees. The chef
also can provide gluten-free and vegetarian dishes, and makes gelato. According
to Cheryl Webster, Group Manager at the lodge, the food is excellent.
Other services Cheryl could arrange for us are golfing, white water rafting,
llama trekking, horseback riding, fly fishing, balloon rides (expensive),
earthship tours, and museum and gallery tours. There is also a brew pub next
door to the lodge with an outside seating area.
Sounds like there is plenty to do, especially if you want to spend a few extra
days there. While some rooms have already been reserved there is still space to
make your reservations. Cheryl has set aside a number of rooms for six days at
the same rate with breakfast included.
Larry Yoffee has his information about Taos and the Tri-State on his web site at
www.corsaturbo180usa.com
and you can also contact me, Terry Price, if you have any questions at:
tprice150@yahoo.com
Possible T-shirt Design:
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NEWSLETTER SEPTEMBER 2016
TAOS TOPICS #1
Terry Price
Taos Pueblo was built between 1000 and 1450 AD, long before the town of Taos was
established. The pueblo is considered to be one of the oldest continuously
established communities in the United States. There was no Albuquerque, Denver
or Colorado Springs at that time. The Indians gathered over a period of time and
built a series of homes that in some places are five stories tall. Today, around
1,900 people live near the area in more modern homes, but about 20 people still
live in the pueblo year around. Taos Pueblo can be visited and there are tours
available.
The town of Taos developed next to the pueblo for protection and commerce.
Eventually, after various revolts and upheavals, the town of Taos was officially
established around 1800. One well known resident of Taos at that time was Kit
Carson, who married and established his home in Taos in 1843. His house has
become a museum and can be visited today. After the Mexican-American war in
1848, the New Mexico Territory was established, and Taos became the county seat
for the New Mexico Territory in 1850. Boundaries were established for several
states in the territory, and New Mexico became a State in 1912.
In 1915, an art colony was formed in Taos by six artists: Bert Phillips, Ernest
Blumenschein, Oscar Berninghaus, Joseph Sharp, E Erving Course and Hurbert
Dunton. The society was disbanded in 1972, but by then Taos had been established
as the significant art center it still is today. There are several art galleries
in Taos, as a result of the art colony, which are popular places to visit today.
More on these galleries in a future article.
In 1934, Taos was incorporated, in 1956 Taos Ski Valley was started and in 1965
the Taos Rio Grande Gorge Bridge was completed. In the 1960s the town became a
gathering place for hippies, "Easy Rider" was filmed there and Taos became the
Hippie Capital of the United States.
Larry Yoffee, of Corvairs of New Mexico, will be establishing a web site for the
Taos Tri-State event. It will be available soon.
Some have complained about not being able to register for the Tri-State at the
Kachina Lodge but things have been corrected and you can register any time.
Please try to register, for your room, before May 3, 2017. The phone numbers
are: 575-758-2275 or 1-800-522-4462. -- Terry Price
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NEWSLETTER JULY 2016
TAOS TOPICS #0
Terry Price
After attending the Tri-State in Montrose, my excitement for the event was
renewed and I picked up a number of ideas for CNM's 2017 event. I had a great
time, was able to enjoy the fellowship with other Corvair enthusiasts, and
unlike one past Tri-State I attended, I didn't get shot [smile]
Our 2017 Tri-State will be in Taos, June 2nd, 3rd and 4th. Taos should be a
wonderful place to hold our event. The weather should be great, warm in the
daytime, (in the mid 70s), cool at night, (in the 50s - perfect for a bonfire),
and lots of attention from the locals. That interest will be further aroused by
our Taos Police-escorted parade through town, and the location for the Show and
Shine on the main street in Taos. There are a number of places of interest in
and around Taos, including Art Galleries, Rio Grande Gorge, Taos Pueblo, Greater
Earthship Biotecture Structure, good restaurants and other attractions.
All events will be held at the Kachina Lodge, our host hotel, which has
demonstrated great interest in helping us have a successful event. The Tri-State
has been included on their web site so people in Taos and all over the country
will be informed of our event. They are hosting a "Welcome Hour" on Friday
evening with snacks and drinks, partitioning off the entire front parking lot
for our Show and Shine, and making the whole place available for us, including
offering a hot breakfast each morning for all staying there. In addition, they
are providing a free shuttle to any place within 3 miles of the lodge. They have
provided two stalls to wash our cars, so no excuses for anything but the best
for the car show. Saturday evening we will have our Awards Banquet in their
large dining room. The swimming pool and patio have been renovated, the pool is
the largest in Taos. It would be a great place for the whole family including
children and grandchildren, so work to get your whole family there. They have
even extended their special rates for us to 3 days before the event and 3 days
after! Don't forget the excellent fishing in the area and the historic area all
around Taos.
Here is the info for the location: Kachina Lodge, 413 Paseo del Pueblo Norte,
Taos, NM 87571. Phone numbers are: 575-758-2275 or Toll Free 1-800-522-4462.
Room Rates are $99.95 and $89.95 per night. There are a limited number of rooms
reserved. You can make your reservation today. Don't forget to mention you are
with the "Corvair 2017 Tri-State" for the special rates.
VOLUNTEERS:
Larry Yoffee: T-shirts
John Wiker: Registration
Pat Hall: Car Show
More volunteers will be needed!
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