Central Valley Corvettes of Fresno - July 2023

….... a word from our President
Our 2023 annual picnic at Kroekerville is now history. Thank you to everyone who
helped make this one an extra special event. This event was well attended and we had
40 members' cars present. It's great seeing this many members' cars together. I doubt we
will ever see that many cars together on one of our runs. All Corvette generations were
represented. Be sure to see the pictures in this issue.
I have to mention our participation in the 109 th Annual Clovis Rodeo Parade again. If
you missed the June meeting, Charlie announced the two awards we received. We
received first place plaques in the “Motorized Vehicles, Antique or Classic Car” and in
the “Non-Theme Sweepstakes” divisions. Also included with the awards was $350 in
prize money. The “Non-Theme Sweepstakes” plaque is the larger of the two. So I
believe we beat out other parade class entries, not just car/truck entries.
Several new runs were announced at the June meeting. Thanks to all who put in the time
and effort planning and leading our runs and events. If you need help putting on a run
you would like to do, talk to one of the Board members or another member. One way or
another, we will find someone to help you make the event happen if feasible.
As you may already know, the Corvette turns 70 this year. It is only fitting that Corvette
Racing took the LMGTE Am class win at the Centenary of the 24 Hours of Le Mans on
June 10 and 11. The No. 33 Corvette Racing C8.R had to rally from an incident that sent
the car to the garage for repairs to a front damper. The way the team was able to battle
its way back for the win was really special. They have one of the best team and drivers
in the business. And as we know, one of the best sports cars.
Your President, Jeff
Corvette Racing celebrating their win at Le Mans