Slipstream - April 2002

Because I Said So
by Wendy Shoffit, Editor
There are a couple of things on my mind
this month, but I’m sure you already
knew that! I guess that’s why the title of
my column is “Because I Said So.” It is one of the
few times I can talk without being interrupted.
*grin*
I wanted to start by thanking the fabulous
dealerships we have in this area, (in alphabetical
order) Autobahn, Park Place, and The Porsche Store. They have
stepped forward in a major way to sponsor our largest events. We
couldn’t give nearly as much value to our participants if it weren’t
for you. Here is what’s coming up:
May 18-19 HCR DE at MSR Sponsored by Park Place
May 25-27 MR Club Race at TMS Sponsored by The
Porsche Store
June 22-23
Sept. 21-22
MR DE at MSR Sponsored by Park Place
MR DE at MSR Sponsored by The
Porsche Store
As always, we appreciate ALL of our sponsors!
The next thing on my mind involves you women out there. I
am really enjoying the increasing level of participation by you
gals lately! For last year’s ladies AX school we had to nearly beg
women to come out... this year, we were jam-packed with
enthusiastic drivers! I asked you all for an article and I got three
volunteers. It thrills me when I have a man come up to me and
Maverick Minutes
by Pro-Tem Lanean Hughes
On March 6, 2002 the Maverick Board
meeting was held at the home of Prez
James Shoffit. Meeting was called to order
at 7:05 p.m. Report for Happy Hour Chair, Dennis
Chamberlain, was given by James who reported
there were 32 people in attendance last time and
we signed up 6 new members. Mark Gluck, HH
co-chair, provided business card reminders to all
those present to share with others stating time and date of next HH.
April’s will be at SpeedZone.
Next up was Bill Dugan regarding the driving event rules. No
major changes were made with the exception that the 50 series tire
rule has been deleted. Bill also reported that the Naval Air Station is
still alive and well, but making major repairs to the area, and then
perhaps a positive AX site in the future.
Eric Erz stated that he is working with Jimmy Carter (our new
Concours chair) and that we have been invited to participate with the
Boy Scouts at an upcoming Pinewood Derby on 4/20, taking place at
Northeast Mall. See page 7 for more information.
Jan Mayo, Zone Rep reported that a discussion is taking place
nationally regarding opening the membership to a person who is not
a Porsche owner. She would appreciate your opinion. Bob Knight,
treasurer, reported that “We have money.”
tell me that his wife is the first one to pick up Slipstream and read
it cover to cover. I’ve also seen more and more independent women
come out with their own Porsche to participate in our events. Not
only do you ladies come out to play, but also you are the first ones
to step forward and help out (and do a darn good job). I mean
absolutely (seriously) no slight to our testosterone-laced counterparts,
but women kick butt! Go estrogen... and thanks!
Which brings me to the next thing ... volunteers. No, I’m not
going to beat you over the head again this month. I’m just going
to make a simple request. We need people to help out with the
Club Race on Memorial weekend (May 25-27). We want people
in all areas - corner workers, grid and parking, hospitality, timing
and scoring, registration, and “runners.” Nancy Dugan (one of
the fabulous women I was just mentioning) has agreed to be the
volunteer worker coordinator this year. Signing up to help out
has never been easier. All you have to do is visit our website
(www.pca.org/mav) and follow the link to the Club Race. There’s
an online volunteer form to fill out. It’s a piece of cake and the
information goes straight into a database. Try it out!
The last thing I have (for now) on my mind also involves the
Club Race and ties in volunteerism and sponsorship. If you want
to help out, but maybe don’t have the weekend free, you can help
be a sponsor of this great event! For $25 or more, your name will
be in the program and for $100 or more, you will also be on the
official race shirt. See p. 3 for more info. Of course, once I ask you
women out there for help, I’m done! Fuhgettaboutit... *smile*
Cody Sears, AX chair, reported that we have approximately 25
students signed up for the MW school. He explained the format and
asked for volunteers. Wendy Shoffit reported on the success of the AX
101 and Ladies AX, we lost $0.73/but everyone had a GREAT time.
Discussion took place on raising the advertising rates of Slipstream.
James requested a proposal be prepared on the rates and we will
decide at a later date this year.
Joe McGlohen asked for a volunteer to store the coolers, and
other items for our events. We hope to find a place to store all the
cones, coolers, radios, and someone to inventory and be responsible
for these items. Kevin Hardison arrived late to finish off the pizza and
pass out information on the upcoming AX school. Wendy’s fresh
baked chocolate chip cookies finished off the meeting at 8:47 p.m.
Those in attendance: Jan Mayo, Joe McGlohen, James & Wendy
Shoffit, Bill Dugan, Cody Sears, Albert Sansores, Kevin Hardison,
Bob Knight, Eric Erz, and yours truly!
Maverick Region PCA Board
Meetings are held once a month.
The meetings are open to all PCA members and
your suggestions and opinions are welcome.
And there’s free food!
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