Lt. Col. Danny Crandell, wing chaplain with the Nevada Army National Guard, was fortunate to have been deployed to Antartica for 6 weeks and discussed his fascinating adventure. 

 

It takes 8 hours on a C130 to reach McMurdo Station from Christchurch, New Zealand.  While there he also visited the South Pole, a 3-hour flight.

 

The population of McMurdo Station is around 800 during the austral summer, but only 100 in winter.  During his time there temperatures ranged from highs near 0 degrees F. and lows down to -10 to -20 degrees F.  The sun remained visible 24-7.

 

One special event held at McMurdo Stantion is Icestock (their version of Woodstock) where everyone forms bands and performs into the evening.  It sounds like a exciting adventure that few get to experience.

 

It was fascinating to hear about Lt. Col. Crandell's adventures in Antartica.

The Biggest Little Mini Golf Derby is right around the corner and I would encourage you to register or donate now.  

 

The Rotary Club of Reno Sunrise is hosting a family-oriented evening of miniature golf for fun, fellowship and fundraising on July 27, 2023 at Magic Golf starting at 6:00 pm.  The evening will include a friendly golf competition, sandwiches and soft drinks,  The soft drinks and sandwiches are included in the price of the ticket.

 

The proceeds will go the The Rotary Club of Reno Sunrise Charitable Foundation to support the Desert Pigs, a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization that removes illegally dumped trash from our public lands.  These donation will help them by covering dump fees.

 

Please attend the event with your family members (especially young ones) and friends.  If you can't attend, please consider a donation.  You may copy and share the sign-up link below: