Third LVM Premier held September 2006

On September 14, Pikes Peak Whitewater Club held our third successful LVM premiere. Thanks to all who came out. We had more than 50 people hear Andre and Jed tell some Daniel stories from the days of the Riot bus and see the LVM 20th anniversary issue rough cut.

Daniel Crow was the happy winner of the IR X Jacket dry top. The drawing, sponsored by John Grace, saw 14 people subscribe to LVM for a total of 21 subscription years, (7 of the 14 subscribed for 2 years). That was outstanding, thanks to all who subscribed. You've just joined the group who look forward to finding each issue of LVM in their mailbox 4 times a year. In addition to the new subscribers, nine LVM DVD's were purchased during the evening.

Based on our track record with 3 successful LVM premieres, we will plan to have premieres twice a year. Our group can expect to get a first look at the next LVM before it is ready for distribution. Our next premiere will likely be in late May 2007.

We also heard a special message to PPWC from Tommy Hilleke about the premiere.

Tommy's Message to PPWC

Greetings guys and gals of the PPWC,

Thank you all for coming out to another premier; this is a special issue, dedicated to Daniel. It only shows a tiny fraction of his life. I can't tell you guys the impact that Daniel had on my life personally.

He was such a giant in all walks of life. Always on top of it with his business, technology, taking care of friends, whatever. Daniel either had the answer or he would find it. The definition of multitasker; He had a uncanny ability to get things done. Be it LVM, magazine articles, or planning a first descent. He had so many ideas that seemed radical at first that he would pull off. He was amazing and there will never be another one like him.

And then there was the kayaking. On the river I often accused him of being a drifter and a floater. This was because of his effortless style and love for plugging the meat. Anywhere that Daniel has paddled it is almost a guarantee that he ran the steepest creeks at the highest water with the least portages. In Colorado he did it in a Glide.

Daniel DelaVergne... this is a bit impossible, to let you guys get to know him in a few paragraphs. Or even an entire issue of LVM. Although it is dedicated to him, this issue is more of a reflection of the past five years, 20 issues, of LVM. Enjoy and we'll see you next issue.

tommy

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