November, 2014No: 14112
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Monthly Dinner
Under Construction
Automotive Stories
Off To The Races!
SkyBarge Spectacular
Happy Thanksgiving!
The Estrella Warbirds Museum has always been known for its constant change and quality of the displays.  If you have not been to the museum in a while, there is no better time then this summer to catch up on the latest aircraft, military vehicle or automotive display that has become part of the museum since the last time you visited.

If you have a little bit of extra time on your hands and are looking for a new hobby or willing to share your knowledge or even learn something new, we are always looking for docents or volunteers in the restoration or maintenance areas.  We are all family and would like you to join us!  It's fun! There are plenty of new friends to meet and enjoyable times to be had. Contact us today!  We'd love to hear from you.
 
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December Dinner
Guest Entertainment - Atascadero High School Show Choir
SPECIAL NIGHT
Thursday, December 4th
No Host Bar starts at 6:00 p.m., 
Dinner starts at 7.p.m.

 

The Atascadero High School Show Choir will be providing special entertainment during the December monthly dinner. Of utmost importance, the regular dinner night has been moved (this month only), to the first Thursday in December. The choir is one of the most active and visible performing groups in our community.

Under the direction of Emy Bruzzo, these kids sing and dance into the hearts of all who experience their special flair! The Show Choir has an exciting year ahead of them which includes fundraising in support of theirr Musical Theatre Competitions of America festival and Disneyland, in February 2015 and their dream trip to New York City and Broadway workshops in the spring.

Not only are we having special entertainment, but we are also hosting one of the finest dinners Larry Eastwood can cook up, complete with holiday trimmings! Get your reservation in today for a choice meal of Succulent Prime Rib, Baked Potatoe with all the fixings, Seasonal Salad, Holiday Green Beans, Rolls & Butter, Cheesecake. Price for the holiday dinner is $20 per person.

 

For more information about the Atascadero High School Show Choir and for pictures from previous dinners click here.


Dinner is catered and open to the public ($20/person), reservations are required prior to 6 p.m., Monday prior to dinner, either On-line HERE or call 805 296-1935.

A Whole Lot of Construction Going On!
 
Pfauter Building

Holiday time is no time for us to slack off! We've been making great progress on the new buildings.  The Woodland Auto Display expansion is well under way.  The Pfauter "Red Ball Express" building slab was poured and preparations are underway for its construction.

In addition, the Hangar One is getting a new coating of interior insulation, just in time for winter.  Stop by and check out the progress, but please, excuse our dust!
1940 Naval Staff Car Restoration Completed
 
Once again, the restoration crew did a fantastic job in the restoration of a 1940 Ford Fordor Sedan Deluxe Navy Staff Car
1940 Ford Deluxe
1940 Ford Staff Car

Visit our website for a complete story and more pictures.  We know you'll enjoy the "before and after" pictures! Click here for more information.
From The Woodland Automobile Display
 
Rich Vogler 1980 Midget Racer
1980 Vogler Craft Midget Racer
This past month, the mother, widow, son, and other family members of the late Rich Vogler visited the Woodland Auto Display as they had heard that one of Rich's Midget race cars, built by Rich and his father, Don Vogler, was restored and on display at the Estrella Warbird Museum/Woodland Auto Display. Rich's mother had traveled from Illinois to visit family members in Newport Beach. The family then made the trip to Paso Robles to see the famous #2 Volkswagon powered race car.

Rich Vogler, aka Mad Dog, was second in wins only to AJ Foyt in the United States Auto Club with 170 plus he amassed numerous Midget and Sprint Car championships. In addition, he won over 200 races in various other racing organizations. Rich was killed in a Sprint Car racing accident in Salem, Indiana 1n 1990 while leading the race on the last lap of the event.
The Crew Travels To Meet the Crowds
 
Kern County Raceway
1980 Vogler Craf
Pictured left to right, at the Kern County Raceway this past week, is Robert Woodland, Carol and Dan Verstuyft, and Claudia Woodland. The racetrack was advertising their event as George Snider Night. George, a long time friend of the Woodland's, was a many time Indianapolis 500 starter who is from Bakersfield.

There is one of George's former race cars in the collection so the racetrack owners called and asked if we would be willing to bring it over to display. We said we'd be happy to if we could set up a display, banner, hand out promo materials, etc.. A long story short, we left at 9:00 a.m. and arrived back home about 11:00 p.m.. It was a long day but I think very worthwhile as they had us set up by the main entry. Made a lot of Kern Co. people aware of the Estrella Warbirds Museum/Woodland Auto Display as well as catching up with many long time friends, several former drivers known over the years, etc..  If you click on the above picture, it will take you to more information on one of George Snider's former race cars (the one taken to the races that evening!).
The Skybarge is a Winner!
 
Cal Poly SkyBarge Team
At the October Estrella Warbirds Museum dinner, the guest speakers for the night was an engineering team from CalPoly in San Luis Obispo.  They did a rather unique presentation showing the ability move heavy objects utilizing an unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) "SkyBarge." The competition included a roster of topflight engineering teams from China, France, India, Peru, Turkey and the U.S.

We were happy to learn that these incredible students took home the prize for 2d place.  Click on the above picture for more information.
Are You a Member?
Membership has its benefits! Why become a member? The museum is supported solely from private sources.  Minimal membership dues go a long way in helping to preserve history for tomorrows generation. Membership gives you free access to the museum and our wonderful research library. Individual memberships are pro-rated at $50/year or $100/year for families. We have six different categories.  You can find more information on membership and how to sign up the the link listed below. 
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