Club Update, November 2022
Our Annual General Meeting was held on October 25, resulting in the following leadership roles:
President: Nico VanDyl (returning)
Vice President: Winston Ramharry (returning)
Past President: Les McDermott (returning)
Secretary: Jan DeVeer (returning)
Treasurer: Rod Richmond (returning)
Membership Chair: Phil Valance (returning)
Hiking Co-Chairs: Louise Gibson (returning) and Mike Elliott (new)
Cycling Co-Chairs: Jim Corkers and John Damoiseaux (both returning)
Paddling Chair: Joe Burley (returning)
Winter Activities Chair: Brian Seabrook (returning)
Media Chair: Mairin Ring (returning)
Webmaster (new position): Sharon Crowe (new role)
Social Committee: Shelley Ambroise (new)
Should you wish to contact any of these people, log into the Lambton Outdoor Club website and click on the “Contact Us” tab to find their contact information. Your thoughts, ideas, feedback and opinions are always welcome. Non-members can also easily contact council members although it is through a secure email process.
The meeting reflected on a successful year with many activities and outings. Activities were less affected by COVID-19 than the previous two years.
Following the meeting an informative presentation on invasive aquatic species was given by Robert McGowan. He is with the Ontario Invasive Plant Council and is Water Soldier Management Technician at the Ontario Federation of Anglers and Hunters.
The first meeting of the new council was held on November 8. The discussion reflected the changing seasons, with cycling and paddling activities winding down a little sooner than hiking; winter activities are in the planning stages.
The Social Committee is working on a Christmas gathering and our annual New Year’s Day hike/social.