District IV - 201207
Macon Aero Modelers Club (Franklin, NC)
The Macon Aero Modelers Club of Franklin, North Carolina, found a way to have fun and benefit CareNet, a charity that helps feed the hungry. Bob Wilson, a club member, wrote about the event and emphasized encouraging clubs to get involved in community efforts. "A club doesn't have to have 300 members to do it," he wrote. "Small clubs can put on charity events as well. The effort makes friends for our sport and helps the community, so everyone benefits."
Bob submitted photos of two events:
- The club's booth at a local county fair.
- A fly-in held in September 2011.
Both events educated the public about aeromodeling while raising money and awareness for CareNet. Admission to the fly-in was 10 cans of food; the club collected more than 250 cans.
Sandhills Model Aircraft Club — Colonel Earl Dugan Memorial Fly-In
On October 8, 2011, the Sandhills Model Aircraft Club held the 2nd Annual Colonel Earl Dugan Memorial Fly-In at their club field. The event was a great success.
Event highlights:
- Fantastic weather and excellent flying conditions.
- 19 registered pilots flying all types of airplanes, from small electrics to turbines.
- Many pilots brought several aircraft; there were more than 40 models in the pits.
- Several local hobby shops sponsored the event and provided outstanding raffle prizes.
- A noontime 3-D demonstration by Danny Allen, flying a 100cc Extra 260, which impressed the crowd.
The fly-in was so successful and enjoyable that the club is already planning next year.
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