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Wheels for May 31
by Julie Ontiveros
The might bison was the topic today from Don Beard, Park Superintendant for the Caprock Canyon State Park. The park is home to the official bison herd of Texas. There were many millions of bison at one time in this area, but at a low point only 500 remained in the world. That has changed, due to efforts started by Mr. and Mrs. Charles Goodnight and continued by others. In September 2011, 80 descendants of the great southern plains bison herd, unique genetic relatives of the original Goodnight herd, were released to roam 700 acres of grasslands in the park. From a safe distance, visitors can view these indigenous animals in their native habitat. Lots of other things to do at the park in Briscoe County as well, as seen online at http://www.tpwd.state.tx.us/state-parks/caprock-canyons.
Thanks to Johnny Crowley for a great month of programs.
Our Rotary After Hours event at the Bar Z Winery is scheduled for Thursday, July 12, from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. Maps will be provided at a later date. Heavy hors d'oeuvres, wine and beer will be served and we will take a tour of the winery. Cost will be $20 per person for Rotary members, and $35 per person for non-Rotarians. No noon Rotary meeting on July 12. Please RSVP to Gina by July 2.
Still looking for volunteers for the Annual Rotary Hold-up. Dates are on Wednesday evenings, beginning June 6th through August 15. If you wish to sign up to be a host for this fun time, contact Jeff Lester at Jeff.Lester@amarillo.gov.
More fun will happen on July 4 for a fundraiser for Kids Café at Wonderland Park. To volunteer for a two hour shift that day, please contact Renee' Wilson or let Gina know. You family is invited to attend too!
Round of applause this week to:
President John Early for presiding.
David O'Dell and Renee' Wilson for leading us in song.
Mary Stephens for providing the invocation.
Dale Bippus and Mel Darnellfor a smile and handshake as we arrived.
Steve Clark for introducing guests and visiting Rotarians.
Johnny Crowley for serving as May program chair.
Doyle Moore for selling Rotary Foundation drawing tickets.
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