[img]file:///C:/Users/frank/AppData/Local/Temp/msohtmlclip1/01/clip_image002.jpg[/img]        ACMOC CHAPTER 17 NEXT MEETINGSaturday, October 9, 20212:00 PMRod Herrick’s Ranch13990 Murphy AvenueSan Martin, CA 95046 Guests Welcome Chapter 17 is going to have a meeting on Saturday, October 9, 2021 at 2:00 P.M. at the Branch 3 Early Day Gas Engine and Tractor Association Fall Meet.  Normally the Fall Meet was held the end of September but due to conflicting dates they are having it on October 9.  This is a chance for Chapter 17 members to bring a tractor for display or run it around the field.  Or, you can just come for the meeting at 2:00 P.M.  At this time I don’t know about the snack bar.  I will keep you informed as I get more info.  Definitely there will be bottled water and coffee and sweet rolls Saturday morning. This is a chance for members to be able to show their tractors locally and not have to travel   miles to a tractor show to show their equipment. There is also a grassy area where Chapter 17 will have an outdoor meeting.  The grassy area is also a kickback area with some BBQ tables.  It’s advisable to bring your own chair.  For those that bring a tractor, there are some safety rules to abide by.  One general rule is alcohol is not permitted during show hours.  If you just want to stop by and visit, kickback, talk tractors, etc. please feel free to attend.  You may also bring friends that are interested in old stuff too.  NOTE:  We do not advertise the show.  It’s word of mouth.  We do get some general public.  They are mostly visitors that are interested in old engines and tractors.PROGRAMFRIDAY, OCT.  8, 2021:              The gate will open at 7 AM.  This day is mostly for set-up or to drop off  your equipment.               SATURDAY, OCT. 9, 2021:        This is the MAIN DAY and you’re welcome to bring your  Tractor on Saturday and only stay one day, or leave your tractor there and pick it up on Sunday.                                                         PENDING:  There may be a FOOD BOOTH for snacks, food and drinks during the day.                SUNDAY, OCT. 10, 2021  :        On Sunday you are on your own, for food and drink that is.   Sunday is Break Down day.  Exhibitors that left there displays and tractors there overnight                                                       will be removing them.NOTE:  We will try to abide by the California Covid-19 guidelines whatever they may be since they change like chapters in a book.  Lester Bettencourt Jr., our Sergeant of Arms, may be enforcing them.                                
[img]file:///C:/Users/frank/AppData/Local/Temp/msohtmlclip1/01/clip_image004.gif[/img]    DIRECTIONSTraveling south:  Take 101 South past Morgan Hill to San Martin.  Take the San Martin Ave. OFF ramp West.  Murphy Avenue is the first street to the right off San Martin Ave.   Herrick Ranch is on the right side apx. ½ mile to 13990 Murphy Avenue.Traveling north:  101 to San Martin Avenue Exit turn left on San Martin Ave. back over the freeway.  Turn right on Murphy Avenue.From Monterey Road:  Go East on San Martin Avenue.  Turn left on Murphy Avenue (just before the 101 freeway). If you have any questions, call:  Frank 1 408 997-2901 home, Cell phone only on Friday, Saturday, & Sunday 1 408 722-1704.                                                      Wally 1 408 268-3308 home, Cell phone only on Friday, Saturday, & Sunday 1 408 888-3172.