Return of a tradition. Until a few years ago “The Last Run of the Season” was an opportunity to get together for a final drive before anemic heaters, 20-50 motor oil and drafty, holy tops signaled the time to put our sports cars away for the year. More recently Guy Fawkes Night became the pseudo “Last Run”. But now we can celebrate the burning of poor Guy with the St. George of England Society and the ECSCC can return to its roots with a real “Last Run of the Season”.

The plan for 2010 is:

• Date:  Sunday, November 7, 2010

“Dwayne’s World Tour & Turkey Roast”
Hosted by Dwayne & Glenda Wiebe.
. Sunday, October 17.   We will muster at Tim Hortons at 13015 – 118 Avenue for a 12:30 PM departure for Dwayne’s home in Westland Park which is roughly half an hour west of Edmonton along the Yellowhead about ten minutes before Wabamum, Westland Park which is roughly half an hour west of Edmonton along the Yellowhead about ten minutes before Wabamum, RR 32.Drive one mile past Cougar Creek Golf Course and turn north at Kim’s # 1 Shell Gas Station (this is RR 32) and proceed north one mile to Westland Park. Turn right into the subdivision and Dwayne’s home is the third lot/driveway on the right You will come to a set of mailboxes on your left, The Westland park sign is on your right..

We’ll arrive between 1:00 PM and 2:00 PM.  Bringing lawn chairs is a good idea, and salads and the odd dessert would be welcomed.  Dwayne will have a bonfire so that we don’t get a chill.  We’ll be getting ready for Halloween with Pumpkin Carving for the kids young and old .

Not your average pumpkin

This year’s Pumpkin fest looks to be as big as in previous years. There are some members who have indictated a desire to  go see the large gourds and so we have added the event at the last minute to see if anyone else wishes to join them.  This is considered an on your own event which means route and times are really up to the individual. Though we have set a meeting place, the Petro Canada Station on Fort Road and 137th Ave, Saturday October 2nd. Meeting at 8:30 and departure shortly after that..  There’s an A&W there as well for those who want to have a bacon and egger before hitting the road.  The event is pretty amazing with the Pumpkin’s coming from across the north. In addition to Pumpkin’s there’s a Farmer’s Market, Food Fair, live music, a Seniors garage sale. Also the Iron Cruisers show and shine and a threshing Bee and finally the Pumpkin Squash Auction with guest Auctioneer Danny Hooper.  The late afternoon sees a Beer Garden and pork roast with a pork supper to follow. Five p.m. wraps up the day with a Giant Pumpkin Drop..  There is a Dance at 8:30.   Also a Shuttle service runs between the events throughout the day. Admission to the arena is 8 bucks for adults, 5 bucks for youth/teen and under 7 years get in free.  A lot to see and do in one day.

“Tractor Fun Day at Phil’s”
Sunday, September 5th.

The weather turned out to be really nice. Bit cool but plenty of sun to keep us warm. Good turnout and I think everyone had a good time. Lots of gas burned in the old Allis Chalmers, John Deere and Case and Massey Harris. Amazing how chugging along at a walking pace can put a smile on one’s face. Not your typical Sports Car event but a fun one non the less.

The BBQ went over well with baked taters and pasta salad supplied and there were enough deserts for most sweet tooths. People came and went throughout the day which was good and Frank says he and Howard even got some measurements done on the J4. Some sports cars even got taken out on runs along with the tractors so all in all a fine event. Thanks to Phil and daughter Sandi and husband Jamie for putting on this fun day.

Row of Classics

Saturday dawned cool and grey with the threat of rain so there were only a few hardy souls out in their sports cars. And of course we had a smaller group this year due to the weather but the size was made up by enthusiasm.  We met at the Petro Canada and after the requisite hot chocolate and washroom breaks headed up to Gibbons with Bob leading the way in the Lotus down some of the curvy back roads. We found our parking spot opposite the fire Hall and after checking with them (it’s a no parking zone) we settled in for the day.  I think some gems were found and others missed but everyone seemed to have a good time. The weather got progressively better and by the time we headed out to Rod’s it was actually sunny if not really warm.  Some people had to head back to town before the Western Classics run which was too bad as Rod had a good supply of Burgers and hot dogs and the rest of the day sped by as we poked around and talked cars and people and cars and just about everything else but religion and politics.  Before we knew it seven thirty had rolled around and we headed off into a lovely sunset wrapping up another good day. Though next year I’m grabbing a map and going to the house garage sales around town..  Thanks everyone for coming out and Rod for putting on a nice spread.. even if it was Lucky beer.