We’re at that stage of pre-festvalish excitement where anything can happen, (and usually does). Some surprising donation falls our way or some horrible tragedy befalls a crucial volunteer and i scramble about trying make it work. This time to our stalwart Membership volunteer who comes all the way from Auburn to make the table run as smooth as butter.58 With Cheryl’s help I was able to move Mike from them IBR table to step in. You will recognize him as the former owner of Wildbirds Unlimited in Pacheco who has been enjoying his retirement as a crucial volunteer for International Bird Rescue in Cordelia. He is a beaver friend super qualified and ready for the job provided Cheryl could arrange to cover the bird rescue table. Which she did, so problem solved.
Then several copies of this shiny new German-published book were delivered by DHL on my porch.. The book itself is a glossy hardcover with amazing information with stunning photos that I can’t wait to pour through. It is in English by Uli Messlinger who I do not know but must somehow be connected to Gerhard Schwab whom I do know may have mentioned me as a possible way to get the news out. He once upon a time actually came to Martinez and I’m told had a beer at the Creek Monkey.
Check out and bid on your copy at the silent auction.
Just in case you wondered what it’s like to plan a beaver festival this will give you a taste:
