All, As some of you have no doubt heard, Roger Johnson passed away last friday. A Celebration of Life will be held for Roger on January 4th 2025, at 11 AM at the Fulmont Community Church in Gloversville. Hopefully some of the 602 members who knew Roger can attend, I am sure the Johnson family would appreciate it. Obituary below (thanks for sharing this Darryl): Roger Neal Johnson, 83 (1941 - 2024), embarked on an eternal adventure on December 13, 2024, surrounded by family. He leaves behind his wife of 61 years, Doris Anne (Diakun) Johnson; five children: Christopher (Abigail), Kimberly (Thomas) Bonafede, Todd (Jeannie), Sara (the late David) Palmateer, and Amy (Travis) Teale; ten grandchildren: Alista, Michael, Ashley, Zachary, Dakota, Chase, Jesse, Charley, Wyatt, and Ayla; and one great-granddaughter, Ariana. Roger was a graduate of Clarkson University (BS) and RPI (MS). As a design engineer for GE Research and Development, he was awarded 20 patents as co-inventor. He was a small plane pilot and an owner of two antique autos. Roger tutored many children in math and took many children up for their first plane ride through the EAA Young Eagles Program. He was also a deacon, church bus driver, and Sunday school teacher for various area churches. Roger was a member of Fulmont Community Church in Gloversville where he rang the ancient church bell every Sunday with his helpers, Mac and Stella.

Hi Everyone, It's that time of year again! The Chapter Holiday Dinner is planned for Dec 8 at 1PM at the C&R Restaurant in Galway. As usual, food will be whatever you want to order off the menu. Family and guests welcome! Kindly reply to this email if you can make it so we can get a rough headcount. Also, a reminder that we will not have a regular meeting in November, to avoid conflict with the Thanksgiving holiday. Hope to see you there! -Ed

At the last meeting we discussed club photos... Thinking about it... While I don't have the club's complete history... I do have the pictures that I have taken since becoming a member. It may take me a while to add them to my web page... but I have made a small start.. My web page: https://www.rebedard.com/RayB_EAA602/index_1.htm Now has a section with pictures from 2021. The Poker Run, My Glider ride with Tim, a Piseco Breakfast, and a 602 meeting at Fulton county... When I have time, (hahaha--good intentions) I'll add some from earlier years.. RayB...

EAA 602 MInutes of Meeting for September 28, 2024 Held at Plateau Sky Ranch Airport (1F2) NOTE: This is an abbreviated Minutes of Meeting due to my being unable to attend the September meeting as the result of a previous commitment. Secretary Steve Dudka - None currently President's Report: Ed Zwolinski - None currently Secretary's Report: Steve Dudka -The August 27th Minutes of Meeting were posted to the Group site. Treasurer's Report: Marty Foley - None currently Vice President's Report: Darryl White - None currently. Membership Report: Steve Dudka - None currently Newsletter Editor: Shelli Saupe - None currently Old Business: None New Business: We're reverting back to our Winter meeting location at the C&R Restaurant in Galway, New York. Meetings are held on the last Tuesday of each month and following are the dates: 29 October '24 26 November "24 08 December "24 (Tentative, Sunday, Christmas party) 28 January '25 25 February '25 25 March '25 29 April '25 Events: Ed will post any upcoming events to the Group site. Next Meeting: Tuesday, 29 October, 1900 Hrs. @ C&R Restaurant, Galway, New York. Come earlier to enjoy a meal and socialize. Respectfully submitted, Steve Dudka, Secretary

Reminder for tomorrow. From: chapters@... To: lsaupe@... Sent: 10/13/2024 3:30:21 AM Eastern Daylight Time Subject: EAA Chapter Event Near You Here's an EAA event near you! View this email online EAA Chapter 968 Leaf-Peeper Fly-In Breakfast North Clarendon, VT Saturday, October 19, 2024 from 8:00 am to 1:00 pm WHAT: Leaf-Peeper Fly-In Breakfast All-you-can-eat pancakes (many flavors) with real Vermont maple syrup, plus bacon, eggs, homefries, and all the fixings. Saturday, October 19, 2024, 8am-1pm Rutland-Southern Vermont Regional Airport (KRUT) Modern Aviation hangar (FBO) Donation $15 adult, $7 youth 8-15, under 8 free We will update our website with go/no-go status for possible weather cancellation by 8:00 p.m. Friday night, at https://chapters.eaa.org/eaa968 and Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/EAAKRUT WHERE: Modern Aviation (FBO) 1004 Airport Road North Clarendon, VT 05759 CONTACT US: Carolyn Haley, Event Contact 802-259-3749 or EAA968@... Join EAA | Member Benefits | Chapters | Contact Us To make sure you continue receiving our emails to your inbox (not bulk or junk folders), please add connect@... to your address book or safe sender list. This email was sent to lsaupe@.... Manage your email preferences or unsubscribe. Disclaimer/Privacy Policy Experimental Aircraft Association, Inc. EAA Aviation Center, 3000 Poberezny Road, Oshkosh, WI 54902 Membership@... | 800-236-4800

The photos I just shared on Facebook have also been posted to my web page.... https://www.rebedard.com/RayB_EAA602/Pics/240928/240928_pics_1.htm :-) RayB....

After a great event on the 28th and all the great pics that Wanita shared on facebook... I just wondering if I should share my pics to Facebook instead of creating web pages... It just seems that Facebook seems to be more officially EAA602 than my little world... Thoughts ? RayBedard

Anyone know if either of these road are paved yet? Got a bit sporty on the bikes a couple of weeks ago.

Hi All: What is the current 602 website link? The one listed at EAA national is EE602.org, however it is a dead link. Many thanks, Larry In a message dated 9/22/2024 8:33:58 AM Eastern Daylight Time, dudkar90s@... writes: EAA 602 MInutes of Meeting for August 27, 2024 Held at Plateau Sky Ranch Airport (1F2) Secretary Steve Dudka called the meeting to order at 1905 hrs. President's Report: Ed Zwolinski - None currently Secretary's Report: Steve Dudka -The July 30th Minutes of Meeting were posted to the Group site. Treasurer's Report: Marty Foley - Treasury has a current balance of $ 9,382.00 Vice President's Report: Darryl White - None currently. Membership Report: Steve Dudka - Nothing to report Newsletter Editor: Shelli Saupe - None currently Old Business: None New Business: Thanks are extended to Marty for his culinary skills at the grill with chicken and brats and Elayne providing hot dogs. Beverages were provided to all attendees. A discussion was held regarding the purchase of a grill to facilitate food services at meetings. A motion was made by Bill Wade and seconded by Joel Glickman to purchase a grill at a cost not to exceed $300.00. A vote was taken and the motion passed by those present. A discussion was held regarding holding an "open house" event at the airport in conjunction with local events such as Edinburgh Days to increase public awareness of the airport and EAA 602. It was decided to forgo the usual meeting date of 24 September and hold the monthly meeting on the 28th in support of this activity. A discussion was held concerning the possibility of the chapter sponsoring a youth at an upcoming EAA summer camp. No decision was made and the discussion was limited owing to a lack of information regarding this matter. To enable future discussion of the matter information can be found at the following link: eaa.org/eaa/youth/eaa-aviation-and-flight-summer-camps/eaa-air-academy Events: Ed will post any upcoming events to the Group site. The meeting was adjourned at 1915 hrs. The next meeting is scheduled for September 28th at 1030 hrs at Plateau Sky Ranch Airport (1F2) with hot dogs and chicken available and possibly hamburgers or hot dogs also available. It's requested that you please bring a dish to pass around. Also, please remember to bring chairs. Please note the date and time change. There were fourteen members in attendance. Respectfully submitted, Steve Dudka, Secretary

EAA 602 MInutes of Meeting for August 27, 2024 Held at Plateau Sky Ranch Airport (1F2) Secretary Steve Dudka called the meeting to order at 1905 hrs. President's Report: Ed Zwolinski - None currently Secretary's Report: Steve Dudka -The July 30th Minutes of Meeting were posted to the Group site. Treasurer's Report: Marty Foley - Treasury has a current balance of $ 9,382.00 Vice President's Report: Darryl White - None currently. Membership Report: Steve Dudka - Nothing to report Newsletter Editor: Shelli Saupe - None currently Old Business: None New Business: Thanks are extended to Marty for his culinary skills at the grill with chicken and brats and Elayne providing hot dogs. Beverages were provided to all attendees. A discussion was held regarding the purchase of a grill to facilitate food services at meetings. A motion was made by Bill Wade and seconded by Joel Glickman to purchase a grill at a cost not to exceed $300.00. A vote was taken and the motion passed by those present. A discussion was held regarding holding an "open house" event at the airport in conjunction with local events such as Edinburgh Days to increase public awareness of the airport and EAA 602. It was decided to forgo the usual meeting date of 24 September and hold the monthly meeting on the 28th in support of this activity. A discussion was held concerning the possibility of the chapter sponsoring a youth at an upcoming EAA summer camp. No decision was made and the discussion was limited owing to a lack of information regarding this matter. To enable future discussion of the matter information can be found at the following link: eaa.org/eaa/youth/eaa-aviation-and-flight-summer-camps/eaa-air-academy Events: Ed will post any upcoming events to the Group site. The meeting was adjourned at 1915 hrs. The next meeting is scheduled for September 28th at 1030 hrs at Plateau Sky Ranch Airport (1F2) with hot dogs and chicken available and possibly hamburgers or hot dogs also available. It's requested that you please bring a dish to pass around. Also, please remember to bring chairs. Please note the date and time change. There were fourteen members in attendance. Respectfully submitted, Steve Dudka, Secretary

Anyone going? Time? Fog report?

A nice day for the 4 of us who ventured there.... :-) https://www.rebedard.com/RayB_EAA602/Pics/240915/240915_pics_1.htm RayB...

Looking good for Kline kill Saturday. Anyone think of going? Tim Yahoo Mail: Search, Organize, Conquer

Would there be any interest in a car pool road trip to old Rhinebeck Aerodrome for the day, museum and airshow on a Sunday? Blue sky and green grass!

EAA 602 MInutes of Meeting for July 30, 2024 Held at Plateau Sky Ranch Airport (1F2) President Ed Zwolinski called the meeting to order at 1905 hrs. Presidents Report: Ed Zwolinski - Ed related his recent experience of attending Oshkosh. Secretary's Report: Steve Dudka -The June 25th Minutes of Meeting were posted to the Group site. Treasurer's Report: Marty Foley - Treasury has a current balance of $ 9,382.00 with $ 30.00 recent membership deposits incorporated. Vice President's Report: Darryl White - None currently. Membership Report: Steve Dudka - Nothing to report Newsletter Editor: Shelli Saupe - Nothing to report Old Business: None New Business: Thanks are extended to Marty for his culinary skills at the grill. Hamburgers, hot dogs and beverages were provided to all attendees. A discussion was held regarding the future possibility of conducting a classroom Young Eagles event in conjunction with the Schenectady Aerosciences Museum. A discussion was held regarding holding an "open house" event at the airport in conjunction with local events such as Edinburgh Days to increase public awareness of the airport and EAA 602. Events: Ed will post any upcoming events to the Group site. The meeting was adjourned at 2000 hrs. The next meeting is scheduled for August 27th at 1900 hrs at Plateau Sky Ranch Airport (1F2) with hot dogs and hamburgers at 1800 hrs. Please remember to bring chairs. There were eight members in attendance. Respectfully submitted, Steve Dudka, Secretary