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REUNIONS PLANNED for 2022:
The 2022 River Rat Reunion in San Antonio is set for 28 September 2022.
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9/28/2022 to 10/2/2022 |
| When: | 28 September 2022 |
| Where: | San Antonio, Texas United States |
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REUNION
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CONNALLY CLASS 63-01 has reunion planned for 2018.
LOCATION: Branson MO
DATES: September, 14-16, 2018, depart on 17th
PLANNERS: Jim Ehlers & Sherry or Bob and Emmie Lou Brunson can pass you info on the reunion events.
“USAF Navigator Class 63-01 is having its annual reunion September 14-18, 1918 at Chateau on the Lake.
BILLETING: There are three levels of room accommodations: Mountain View King, Lake Front King and Partial Lake View King. Prices vary from $ 119.00 to $ 149.00 per night according to your personal selection. You are each required to make your own reservations no later than 90 days prior to the arrival date. The name of the group booking is 63-01 Navigators. The booking dates are Friday, September 14th with a departure of Monday, September 17th, 2018.
EVENTS: We also checked out some of the entertainment venues and are contacting some for group rate pricing and availability. Several of you had requested we visit the Walton Crystal Bridges Museum in Arkansas. That venue is approximately two (2) hours from Branson. We have been told this is a spectacular place to visit and recommend you go to their website to check it out. We are currently checking on the cost to obtain a small (24-30) bus for transportation to and from this destination. Please let us know if you are interested in this outing, the transportation will be an out of pocket cost to you. There is no admission fee. Two possible selections we made for the group are, the Sound and Music presentation of Samson and a dinner cruise on the Lake. Sound and Music has a theater in Pennsylvania and this one in Branson. Again go to the website and you will find why we made this one of our choices. As we get closer to the event we will provide ticket costs and choices of shows and outings so you can select what is of interest to you. We will need to have final selections from each of you by March 2018 to be able to secure group pricing and get the best tickets. The last night, Sunday, we will have our farewell group dinner, some details to follow to later.
For information contact: Jim Ehlers: sbatts1221@gmail.com
REUNIONS PLANNED in 2017:
B-58 Hustler Association Reunion– COMPLETED
Hoosier Hustler Homecoming being sponsored by the Grissom Air Museum in Kokomo, IN. For more information, see the B-58 Hustler Association website (http://www.b58hustlerassn.net/). The Grissom Air Museum, 1000 W Hoosier Blvd, Peru, IN 46970, will be hosting a B-58 Hustler Hoosier Homecoming on May 19-21, 2017 POC is Harold A. "Harry" Rumzek President, B-58 Hustler Association The 2018 B-58 Hustler Association Reunion will be hosted on May 3rd-5th, 2018 at the Radisson Hotel Fort Worth North-Fossil Creek 2540 Meacham Boulevard, Fort Worth, TX 76106
Harlingen Class 61-09-- 2017 Reunion-COMPLETED--LAST ONE DATES: Assemble Oct 24, 2017 LOCATION: San Antonio TX. Contact Bill Day for more information-- That time has arrived, no I am not talking about TDYs or deployments, rather it is time to make a room reservation for our October 24-28th 61-09 reunion. We are returning to the Crockett Hotel. We had our first reunion in 1995 at this hotel. This hotel is a classy favorite for military reunions. You will be located across the street from the Alamo and a long block from the River Walk. Our on-site commander is Bob Gaddy. There are other 61-09 locals that will be assisting in assuring you have a good time in San Antonio. How to make a reservation: I strongly suggest you do it by telephone. The number is (210) 225-6500 and request reservations. It is important you mention Harlingen 61-09 when you make your reservations. The rates are not cheap, none of the better River Walk hotels are cheap today. San Antonio is becoming a preferred destination, particularly in October. Room rates range from $139 to $189 per night. Group rates will be honored from three days before to three days after the group block ends, based on availability. Check-In time is 3pm and Check-Out is 12:00pm. There will be a complimentary hot breakfast buffet and wireless internet (WIFI). You will not like the local occupancy taxes, but Seattle’s is even worse. Be aware that the parent organization that owns the Crockett Hotel also owns the Menger Hotel which is kitty corner across the street. If we run into capacity problems we can always send the overload there. I love the thought of an overload problem.The hotel has a parking lot behind the building that serves both the Crockett and Menger hotels. Valet parking rates are $24 a day, but there are various city lots around the hotel who rates range from $8.00 to $20.00 a day. By reunion time we will have these located and rates listed for you. I might suggest you look at Google Map for the hotel location. There is a city shuttle called “Go Express” that leaves the airport every 15-30 minutes from outside Baggage Claim. The Crockett Hotel is one of the drop-off locales. The bus fare is $18 one way or $34 round trip. Taxi rates range from $25-$30 charge flat rate for one to three passengers. There you have the game plan. Please make a reservation and let me know you are coming. This will be a relaxed reunion with less emphasis on tours and structured activity than in the past. --Bill Day
REUNIONS COMPLETED in 2016:
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Reunion of AVIATION CADETS (Pilots and Navigator)
Anyone welcomed to attend. Will be a great time for you.
See new additions to Cadet World in Eureka Springs, AR
DATES: July 19-21, 2016.
LOCATION: Eureka Springs, AR
PLANNERS: Contact Errol Severe for cost and details. His e-mail is: av1cadet@arkansas.net
Aviation Cadet Museum, Inc.
542 CR 2073
Eureka Springs, AR 72632
479-253-5008
www.aviationcadet.org
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B-52 reunion planned for 2016.-COMPLETED
LOCATION: Omaha Nebraska
DATES: August, 18-21, 2016
PLANNERS: Jim Hoopaw can pass you info on the reunion events. av8r328@comcast.net or
The Runion Brat phone 360-663-2521 and e-mail is: thereunionbrat@hotmail.com
Reunion is being held at Magnolia Hotel in Omaha with tours to Offutt AFB and surrounding areas.
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CONNALLY CLASS 63-01 has reunion planned for 2016.-COMPLETED
LOCATION: Chico Hot Springs, Pray, MT
DATES: September, 15-19, 2016
PLANNERS: Peter Bogy can pass you info on the reunion events.
Peter Bogy, pjwolf@earthlink.net
“USAF Navigator Class 63-01 is having its annual reunion September 15-19, 1916 at Chico Hot Springs in Pray, Montana. Activities will include Museum of the Rockies, BBQ, fishing andhiking at a beautiful Paradise Valley ranch viewing the AbsarokaMountain Range and tours into Yellowstone Park.
For information contact Peter Bogy, pjwolf@earthlink.net.”
Those planning to attend Reunion at Chico Hots Springs in Pray, Montana, 15 - 19 September 2016 are: John and Carol Anderson John & Carol Bowling Bob and Emmy Lou Brunson John and Pat Cummings, Jim and Sherry Ehlers, Kay Lively 'Johnson' Ken and Sophie McNair, Tosh and JoAnne Naganawas, Ed Nugent John and Chadda Shelly Richard 'Dicky' Simpson Steve Spor,
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HARLINGEN CLASS 59-15 has reunion planned for 2016.
LOCATION: Kansas City MO
DATES: September, 20-23, 2016
PLANNERS: Michael Ferris can pass you info on the reunion events.
e-mail is seabreeze1937@gmail.com (phone: 713-962-5801 in Kingwood, TX)
"USAF Navigator Class 59-15N Aviation Cadet class is having its annual reunion September 20-23, 2016 at Holiday Inn Country Plaze, Kansas City, MO. Activities will include tour of the National WW II Museum, lunch at Jack Stack Barbecue and a tour of the Steamboat Arabia Museum. Contact Mike Ferris for cost and reunion application.
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REUNIONS COMPLETED for 2015:
HARLINGTON CLASS 60-03 has reunion planned for 2014.
LOCATION: Waikiki Beach, HI
DATES: April, 23-28, 2015
PLANNERS: Larry Pring. Also Frank Tussing can pass you info on the reunion events.
Some events: Class 60-03 Reunion is scheduled for April 23 through April 28, 2014. Events planned to follow.
HOTELS: People are responsible for their own reservations. Best place to stay is Hale Koa Hotel (Armed Forces Recreation Center on Waikiki Beach. The hotel qffers an array of dining experiences.
CONTACT INFO: Larry Pring
Phone: 808-542-3838
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REUNIONS Completed in 2014
HARLINGEN CLASS 59-14 is planning a reunion for 2014.
DATES: 15-16 August 2014
LOCATION: Dayton OH, Air Force Museum
HOTEL RESERVATIONS: Hope Hotel (Building 823, Area A, WPAFB, OH 45433)
–20 rooms blocked at the Hope Hotel. If you plan to attend the room rates for up to 4 people is $100.97 per night including all taxes. You may have queen or double beds. You must make your own reservation and pay for them by calling (937)879-2696. The room block name is Navigator training Class 59-14N. Reservation must by made before July 4th.
PLANNERS: Primary: Delmar G. Pullins & backup: Bob Newton
EVENTS:
1. Friday evening at the Hope Hotel– we have a room reserved with a pay as you go bar, and appetizers. That event will begin at 6 PM.
2. Saturday Day: We will spend the day at the AF museum. People will be able to tour the museum on their own schedule. We are working on transportation for everyone. Right now you may have to drive or ride with someone.
3. Saturday evening: Dinner at location to be determined.
COST. Contact Delmar Pullins for cost. Modifications were made because of some cancellations
Mail checks to Delmar G. Pullins, 46589 SR 248, Long Bottom, OH 45743.
Contact Delmar G. Pullins if have questions.
Let us make this a reunion to remember—Delmar G. Pullins
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CONNALLY CLASSES 65-05 is planning a reunion for 2014.
DATES: Possible 5-7 September 2014
LOCATION: Possible Colorado
HOTEL RESERVATIONS: TBD
PLANNERS: Primary: Charlie Johnson, Juan Pena & Cecil Myers
EVENTS: TBD
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CONNALLY CLASSES 64-12, 64-13 & 64-14 are planning a reunion for 2014.
DATES: 11-14 September 2014
LOCATION: Dayton OH, Air Force Museum
HOTEL RESERVATIONS: See info below or contact Walter Antonow
PLANNERS: Primary: Dave Doty, Walter Antonow& Felix Huertas
EVENTS: Main events being held at the National Museum of the US Air Force [dinner, tours, exhibits]. All the information you may need is on http://www.bisoxford.com/REUNION.html, including Reunion schedule and revised registration form.
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HARLINGEN CLASS 59-15 is planning a reunion for 2014.
PLANNER: Michael Ferris
DATES: Sept. 29, 2014 – Oct 03, 2014
LOCATION: South Lake Tahoe, CA
HOST HOTEL: The Forest Suites Resort ADDRESS: 1 Lake Parkway, S. Lake Tahoe CA 96150- ROOM DISCOUNT RATE is $79.00 for 1 BR and $139 .00 for 2 BR.
EVENTS:
1. PLANNER– Contact Mike Ferris for details
COST. To Be Determined—Contact Mike Ferris for procedures to get the room rates plus will advise you of the individual cost per person. Make any checks payable to: Class 59-15N Reunion. Make your reservation early, and all are invited wives, classmates, Nav’s from other classes, children, friends and family.
CONTACT INFO: Mike Ferris
Phone: 713-962-5801
e-mail: seabreeze1937@gmail.com
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SAC Reunion: INFO available on line
LOCATION: Sam’s Casino, Shreveport
DATES: 7-8 November 2014– NOTE this is a CHANGE received 5/16/14.
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REUNIONS Completed in 2013
Harlingen Class 61-09– 2013 Reunion-COMPLETED
Dates: Arrive Monday PM Nov. 04 and Depart Friday Morning Nov. 08 2013.
Contact Bill Day for more information– see info below–
Hotel Booking Instructions
The reunion hotel is the Windmill Inn and Suites in Tucson, AZ. The location is on the north side of Tucson near the Catalina Hills. The hotel address is 4250 N. Campbell Ave., Tucson, AZ. The Hotel address and very good directions for arrival are available on the web site. Two very good restaurants are within 200′ of the entrance in St. Philip’s Plaza.We have blocked 20 rooms at $87 per night plus 13.05% tax, (if you are bringing your au pair girl the rate is $97 for triple occupancy). Cut-off date for making reservations is 10/04/13. After that the $87 rate still applies but rooms are “as available”. The hospitality suite is $137 per night (attached room is $87 and the suite room is $50 per night).
You can book on-line at the hotel website: www.windmillinns.com. At the appropriate block enter the Group Code: 6109REUNION If you wish to phone direct to the hotel use (520) 577-0007 and use the same group code (6109REUNION). You may extend your stay beyond the 4 nights at the same group rate.
After you finish booking your reservations, send me a message so I can enter your names on the reunion roster.
Bill Day–Clerk Typist Third Class–HAFB 61-09 wlday@comcast.net