Carbon Canyon Regional Park

Over Sixty CEC members and friends gathered at our usual Ramada #9 for hikes, games and the annual picnic feast organized by Bruno Geiger.  The age spead of the participants ranged from four years to over ninety, and included one dog.  The bird-watching group on nine led by Barbara Reber spotted several interesting species including an acorn woodpecker and mountain bluebirds. Thirteen joined Maury Whitaker and Cherry Postic for a three-mile hike to the Pinewood Grove Nature Reserve and the Redwood forest, each at opposite ends of the park.  Lynn Williams coordinated the croquet competition with prizes won by Gary Fourer and Ret Moore. At 1 p.m. the feast was ready.  Bruno barbecued the German Sausages, served on eight-inch special buns brought by Betty Krantz. Accompaniments were roasted corn-on-the-cob.  Boston baked beans, cole slaw, an array of soft drinks, and watermelon for dessert.  And there was plenty for all.  Follwing the meal there was ample time for renewing friendships, reminiscing, and planning.  Thanks to the picnic committee and especially Bruno for executing another successful picnic in the park - by Eugenia Hathaway