Steed Reunion 2012

I know this may be a little soon and I'm okay with that.  In looking at this upcoming year we have tentative dates already.  I wanted to post this on the website to see if these dates would work for people.  We are thinking of August 15 - 18.  I'll see if I can figure out how to post a poll to get some feedback.  Any comments will gladly be welcomed.

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A few pictures...

If you have any pictures you can contribute, just get them to me (Ryan) so I can post them.

Thanks.

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Thoughts from the 2011 Reunion Business Meeting

• We want to continue to have the reunion annually.  We realize there may be some years that not all families can attend, but hopefully it will be a priority to be there.


• We will have the auction every year.  Families should plan accordingly to both contribute as well as budget for purchases.  It was given as a suggestion that each family plan to contribute $100 worth of items, and plan to spend that much at the auction.


• Rotating responsibility for planning the reunion will continue, as the variety of planning and activities is appreciated.


• We talked about doing "big" reunion in a few years.  Ideas included a cruise, a week at Pinecrest, etc.


• Mom and Dad enjoy the reunions and would like to see them continue.  Indeed, all of us in attendance enjoyed the reunion this year and share the same sentiments.

What are your thoughts?

Head Count

Hi Everyone,

We need to know how many people are going to be at the reunion so everyone can plan their meals.  Please comment on this post and tell us how many from your family will be at the reunion.  Thanks.

2011 Reunion Update

Basics

The 2011 Steed Family Reunion is quickly approaching and its time to finalize some details.  We have reserved a campground at the Heber Valley Camp that is owned by the Church.  Our camp is the Esther 4 camp.  Our reservation includes 3 yurts that each sleep 16 people and a covered cooking station complete with propane stoves (propane provided) and refrigerator.  There will be restrooms available including showers.  Please review the camps "rules" page here.  Below are a few important highlights that you will want to know:

• No check-in before 2:00 PM on Thursday Sept. 1st


• Checkout is at 5:00 PM Saturday Sept. 3rd


• No Pets


• No Tents


• If you want to shower bring towels and shower stuff


• Bring your own sleeping pad and bedding.  It is in the mountains so bring enough to keep warm


• Closed toed shoes should be worn.

Meals

We are working with a limited budget this year so we have decided to divide responsibilities for meals among those attending.  Each family will be asked to provide and prepare a meal for everyone.  Please bring any kitchen items you will need to prepare your meal.  Plates, bowls, cups, silverware and napkins will be provided. For this to work, we need to know if you are coming for sure or not, what days you will be there, etc.  Please respond to this blog post to let us know if you are coming and what meal you would like to be in charge of.  The needs are listed below:

• Thursday Dinner


• Friday Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner


• Saturday Breakfast and Lunch


• Snacks

Activities

We were thinking it would be good to do an auction this year.  Let us know what your thoughts are about having one this year in the comments.  Be thinking of things you can auction off.

We have been talking about doing some Minute To Win It games.  If you have any ideas or want to volunteer any other games, crafts or activities leave a comment and let us know.  We are thinking about doing some sort of service project.  If you have any ideas about that let us know.

Hiking trails are another options for good fun entertainment so be prepared to maybe do some kind of little excursion.

We are excited to see everyone and have a fun reunion.  Thanks ahead of time for your support and participation.

Family Reunion 2011

Set the date for September 1-3! We will be headed to the Heber Valley Campground. Check out the website www.hebervalleycamp.org.  We are going to be in Esther camp #4.  You can see a map HERE.

& get excited!

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