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KNIGHTS WITH ALTITUDE ALL YEARS REUNION

June 30 – July 3, 2005

Accommodations:   A limited number of rooms are being held at the unbelievable rate of $79 per room.            Located in Downtown Colorado Springs within walking distance of many bars, clubs, and shopping. 
 

Hilton Antlers Hotel Colorado Springs
4 South Cascade Avenue, Colorado Springs, CO  80903
Call: 1-866-299-4602 and mention “Karlsruhe Alumni Reunion”

Colorado Springs information:  Colorado Springs is located at the base of 14,110’ Pikes Peak.  This “Purple Mountain Majesty” inspired Katherine Lee Bates to write “America the Beautiful” a century ago and still excites over 6 million travelers who visit Colorado Springs and the Pikes Peak Region every year.   Colorado’s second largest city has evolved from a Victorian spa resort to a sophisticated city with a ‘small town’ ambiance.  It is home to many military installations including Peterson Air Force Base, NORAD, and the Air Force Academy.  With an altitude of 6,035’, the climate is warm in the summer and moderate in the spring, fall and winter, with an average of 300 days of sunshine a year.  Classified an “alpine desert”, the dry, clean air was once a destination to heal tuberculosis patients.  Today, visitors enjoy the climate because it allows for year round outdoor recreation. 

Airport Information:  Colorado Springs Airport is 9.7 miles from the hotel.  You may also consider Denver International Airport, which is located 84 miles from the hotel. 

Attractions:  There are many attractions that you may want to consider seeing when you are here. 

• Air Force Academy – free
• Cave of the Winds – $15; $8 age 6-15 - www.caveofthewinds.com
• Laser Canyon – Outdoor laser show at 9pm. $10; $5 age 6-15 - www.caveofthewinds.com
• Flying W ranch – working cattle ranch and old west town, chuckwagon supper and western music show, alcohol not served – www.flyingw.com
• Garden of the Gods – A National natural landmark featuring red sandstone formations - free
• Manitou Cliff Dwellings – Outdoor museum of reconstructed ancestral puebloan (Anasazi) American Indian cliff dwellings - $8; $6 age 7-11
• Pikes Peak Cog Railroad – 3 hour round trip to summit of Pikes Peak on the highest railway in the US.  Need reservations www.cograilway.com - $27; $15 age 3-11 (or drive or hike to summit)
• Pro Rodeo Hall of Fame and Museum of the American Cowboy – How cowboys turned daily chores into competitive rodeo - $6; $3 age 6-12
• Royal Gorge – the worlds highest suspension bridge spans 1200 foot gorge naturally carved out of the Arkansas River’s granite - $20; $16 age 4-11 (aerial tram, incline railway, 5 screen theater, skycoaster, Wapiti Western Wildlife Park, shops, food …. more)
• Seven Falls – canyon, waterfalls, 224 step stairway to mile long trail, elevator to observation deck. - $8.25; $5.25 age 6-15
• U.S. Olympic Training Center – Free, but need reservations
• World Figure Skating Museum and Hall of Fame – www.worldskatingmuseum.org - $3; $2 age 6-12
• Cripple Creek – http://www.cripple-creek.co.us/ historic old west gambling and mining town
• River rafting, fishing, hiking, mountain biking

Registration Form

Reunion Contacts

60’s and prior – Frank Enos            manapuaVA@aol.com

                                                cell: 703-585-9056

70 – 74 – Judy Kosan Bygott          my_red@comcast.net

                                                cell: 303-638-3655

75 – 79 – Ginger Angolia Clark        emtclark@aol.com

                                                home: 719-282-0568

80’s and later – Tina Schwarz         tschwarz04@aldephia.net

                                                home: 719-282-1720

                          Ken Hilte          khilte@cs.com

                                                home: 719-573-1323

                       Alan Lickiss          alickiss@aol.com

                                                home: 719-282-0468

                  Chuck Schwarz          cschwarz@adelphia.net

                                                Home: 719-282-1720

                         Ed Thayer          epthayer@earthlink.net 

Itinerary:

Thursday:      3-6pm…………..registration in lobby

                   6-9pm…………..‘no host’ dinner together (meet in lobby at 5:45pm)

                   9-12pm………….hospitality suite open

Friday:          9-noon………….registration

                   12-2pm..………lunch (on our own, but let’s get together)

                   1-3pm…………..registration

          3:15pm…………those going to FLYING W RANCH meet in lobby (extra charge)

alcohol not served

                   3:30pm-?......‘no host’ dinner and bar hopping (black and white attire)

                   9-1am…………..hospitality suite open

Saturday:      9-11am…………registration

                                      *Tours time – tours still to be decided (see registration sheet)

                   6-7pm…………..cocktail hour

                   7-9pm…………..dinner

                   9-1am…………..dance the knight away

                   11-1am………..hospitality suite open

Sunday:        9:45am…………meet in lobby to carpool to Bear Creek Park

                   10am…………….leave for park

                                       lunch catered                                      

hiking trails

volleyball

games

FUN!!!!

                   6pm-?...........meet at Judge Baldwin’s Micro-Brewery for farewell cocktail

KAHS "Mile High Knights"
2005 Reunion Planning Meeting
23 June 2004
MINUTES

The meeting started at approximately 7:00 pm at Denny's on North Academy Blvd. Members in attendance were: Ken Hilte ('77); Ginger (Angolia) Clark ('77); Chuck ('78) and Tina ('80) Schwarz, Alan Lickiss ('80), Ed Thayer ('65), Frank Enos ('71) and Judy (Kosan) Bygott ('72).  Minutes were discussed and approved, as they had been e-mailed prior to the meeting.

The Hilton Hotel chain has officially bought out our hotel, currently known as the Antlers Adams Mark.  They are scheduling a $7.5 million renovation beginning in November '04 and plan to be finished by March '05.

Judy brought the registration form to look over for adjustments before sending them out.

Chuck said he would check to see if the Flying W offers military discounted rates.  Also, if Royal Gorge is chosen, he will check prices for that as well.

There was a discussion about the transportation issue.  Currently, transportation is not included in prices.  Ken and Ginger plan to rent vans during reunion week to help transporting people to the various sites.

Discussed the itinerary line by line.  For Friday 3:30-9 pm, add "Bar-Hopping," "(Black and White Attire)," and "Note:  Flying W does not serve alcohol."  Move the 4/15/05 early bird date back to 3/31/05 due to attrition date.  Take off Seven Falls, add Royal Gorge and Garden of the Gods.

Per Alan, he thought he would be able to get short-sleeved T-shirts with our one-color logo on it for a reasonable price.

Tina will check with Howard's Bar-B-Q for picnic pricing.  Ken encouraged us to use Howard's because it is not a chain and will probably have better prices than Bennett's.

Each person on the committee will contact 15 people prior to the next meeting.  Will bring info back with new contacts for Tina and Chuck to add to their list.  Currently, 89 "definite maybe's."

Registration form to be disseminated by 6/30/04.

Chuck's new e-mail address is: cschwarz@adelphia.net.

Next meeting scheduled for July 14, 2004, at 7 pm at the Village Inn on Palmer Park and Academy.

Meeting was adjourned at 9:19 pm.

Respectfully submitted,

Ginger Clark

Ginger Clark, Secretary
KAHS 2005 Reunion Committee
 

KAHS "Mile High Knights"
2005 Reunion Planning Meeting
16 February 2004
MINUTES

The meeting started at 6:30 pm with a chili dinner hosted Chuck and Tina Schwarz.  Members in attendance were:  Ken Hilte ('77); Ginger (Angolia) Clark ('77); Chuck ('78) and Tina ('80) Schwarz  and Judy (Kosan) Bygott ('72).  (Alan and Ed were unavailable.)

Minutes were discussed and approved, as they had been e-mailed prior to the meeting.

Chuck brought up a good idea:  Contact some local restaurants/shops/retail stores, etc., to pay to advertise with us and put together a bag of discount coupons/information to give during registration.

Tina suggested having water mugs with our logo for another thing to sell.  Judy suggested not using dates or place so that mugs that don't sell could be sold at another reunion.  Ginger suggested making some with and some without dates/place on them.

Chuck wondered if we should try to arrange a travel agent to book airfare for all attendees and get a deeper discount. Ken mentioned that Chris Kyrios ('75) said that it had been tried for several reunions and was unsuccessful.

We talked about DJ's for Saturday night.  Although both Ken and Tony Whalen ('76) have been DJ's before, Ken thought it would be better to get someone from town so that Karlsruhe Kids would be able to socialize rather than work that night.  Tina mentioned knowing someone that had charged $100/hr.  Ken said that would be a good rate if we could get it.

Ken passed out copies of our contract with a 4/1/04 deadline.  It has a 100-room allotment/night, but we talked about lowering that number.  It was decided that we would send out a "feeler" e-mail to all the contacts we have and ask who "might" be able to come, realizing that 2005 is a long time out to plan for sure.  That will give us a better handle on the numbers this far in advance.

Discussed in detail the Sunday picnic issue, addressing Bear Creek Regional Park, USAFA, Monument Valley Park and others.  Bear Creek is still our #1 choice.  Bear Creek is located at 2002 Creek Crossing.  Tina will take a look at it and decide which pavilion would best suit our needs and book 7/3/05 for us.

We still have $100 in the account.

Alan was not at the meeting to update the T-Shirt information, so it was tabled until the next meeting.

Chuck & Tina Schwarz will host the next meeting that is currently scheduled for Saturday, March 27, 2004, at 1:00 pm at their house, located at 9270 Bellcove Circle, Col Spgs (phone:  282-1720).

The meeting was adjourned at 9:30 pm.

Respectfully submitted,

Ginger Clark

Ginger Clark, Secretary
KAHS 2005 Reunion Committee
 

KAHS "Mile High Knights"
2005 Reunion Planning Meeting
19 January 04
MINUTES

The meeting started at 6:00 pm with a dinner hosted by Lisa Scott, Director of Sales and Chris Johnson, Sales Manager, for the Antlers Hotel.  Members in attendance were:  Ken Hilte '77; Ginger (Angolia) Clark '77 (and family); Chuck Schwarz ('78) and Judy (Kosan) Bygott '72.  (Alan and Tina were unavailable, Ed had a family medical emergency and Bob is moving out of state.)

Minutes were discussed and approved, as they had been e-mailed prior to the meeting.

The first question given the group was whether or not to utilize "Reunions Are Us," a suggestion made by Chris Kyrios.  We decided that since we were willing to be so "hands on" with this reunion, we would not need their services.

The decision was made by those in attendance to lock in the dates of 6/30/05-7/5/05 due to the reduced rates ($79/night) for that weekend as well as people already having Monday off as a federal holiday.  We are promoting this reunion as being "family friendly" and hope that people from other states will consider making this a 2005 summer vacation for their entire family.

While speaking with Lisa Scott and Chris Johnson, they said that we would get two hospitality suites if we can book 150 rooms.  Otherwise, we would need a minimum of 50 rooms to get one free hospitality suite.  During a tour of the hotel, we actually preferred the "Presidential Suite," as our hospitality room.  It consists of two large rooms, two bathrooms and an outdoor patio.  Most importantly, it allows us to bring in our own food, drinks, and liquor.    Other things that were mentioned were:  (1) underground parking is $7/night for hotel guests; (2) there is an uncovered parking area across the street (price unknown at this time); (3) $9.95/24 hours for WebTV; (4) $0.75 charge for local connection or 1-800# for internet access online; and (5) for more than two in a room, $12 @ person.

Other items of interest mentioned during the tour were:  (1) meeting room free with dinner (bartender/menu negotiable …, Ken twisted arms and insisted on a "free bartender" if we host a dinner there); (2) airport transportation questionable at this time (will know more later) (about $20 for taxi); (3) 6.4% tax, 2% bed tax and 20% service charge for dinner/event; (4) no resort fees; (5) 30 days in advance may drop up to 20% of allotment of rooms with no penalty; and (6) no charge to put in a dance floor.

In reference to reunion events, Ken found out Bear Creek Park would cost between $25 - $150/day, depending on what we need.  Transportation also could be an issue (to & from park).  Fee of $3 to call booking with credit card.

A brief discussion was held in reference to the budget, the checking account, etc.  We still have $100 in the account.

Alan was not at the meeting to update the T-Shirt information, so it was tabled until the next meeting

The appointed recruiter (Tina) was unable to attend; however, Chuck was and will pass on the firm date so she can start putting out messages to people on the various websites.

Ken mentioned that the Karlsruhe Kids are privileged to have at their disposal three different web pages:  kahs.net, kahsknights.org, and a link to Richard Allen's website from kahsknights.org.  Already, our minutes and photo have been displayed on several of the sites for which we are grateful.

Ken will sent back the West Virginia reunion video which Maria Benning ('76) lent us.

Diana Diaz (76') Fajardo had sent us her copy of the "Memory Book" which was published for the 1990 New Orleans Reunion.  It's obvious a lot of work went in this quality item, we however, had concerns about adding unnecessary costs to our event.  The issue was tabled for a meeting with larger attendance.

Although Fargo's is a great place for one of the dinner meals, Judy suggested that the Flying W Ranch is more well-known and may bring in more people.  Fargo's is a "1800's Western Saloon" themed pizza parlor.  The "Flying W Ranch" is an "1800's Chuckwagon Dinner" show, complete with games, music, etc.  Tabled for later meeting.

Chuck & Tina Schwarz will host the next meeting that is currently scheduled for Monday, February 16, 2004, at 6:00 pm at their house, located at 9270 Bellcove Circle, Colorado Springs (phone: 719- 282-1720).  If you're in the area, please make plans to attend.  We need lots of help!

The meeting was adjourned to take a tour of the facility.  Entire evening included in minutes, lasting until about 9:00 pm.

Respectfully submitted,



Ginger Clark, Secretary
KAHS 2005 Reunion Committee
 

KAHS "Mile High Knights"
2005 Reunion Planning Meeting
26 October 2003
MINUTES

The business part of the meeting started at 2:27 pm.  Members in attendance were:  Ken Hilte '77; Bob '71 (and Sherry, the gracious hostess) Sever; Ginger (Angolia) Clark '77; and Judy (Kosan) Bygott '72.  (Alan was at a science fiction writers' conference and Tina was ill and unable to attend.)  Bob & Sherry put on a GREAT lunch for us at 1:30 pm.

Minutes were discussed and approved, as they had been e-mailed prior to the meeting.  Several K-ruhe Kids wrote Ken back after they received their copies of the minutes and had very favorable comments.

Alan was not present to discuss his findings of date conflicts; however, Ken's contact at the Antler's Adam's Mark had a great rate for a downtown hotel for the weekend prior to the 4th of July (approx. 30 Jun - 3 Jul for reunion dates).  He presented a written proposal from the hotel to guarantee a rate of $79/night with one free hospitality room based on 100 rooms if we secure those dates prior to 12/16/03.  Other dates in 2005 would start at $95/night.

Although Bob was able to get a rate of $79/night as well, he recommended scrapping the Sheraton and concentrate on the Adam's Mark due to the proximity of amenities (there is basically nothing within walking distance at the Col Spgs Sheraton).  Bob also suggested to Ken that he should negotiate for an additional hospitality suite.  He also reminded Ken to check on cancellation fee/policy, drop-dead date to register, whether or not unfilled rooms would be billed to us, etc.  Ken will also ask about service fees and tourism taxes as well as whether or not dinners would lower cost or "sweeten" the deal.

As mentioned previously, the area of Col Spgs where the Sheraton is situated does not lend itself to close activities.  Participants would have to have access to transportation.  However, since the Antler's Adam's Mark is downtown, there is almost anything one would want to go to within walking distance; bars, micro-breweries, shopping, variety of restaurants and fast food places, a movie theatre, gourmet ice cream parlor and much more!

In reference to reunion events, Ken will check on reserving Bear Creek Park and what that would entail.  Defer to last month's minutes for the current list of events, subject to change as we determine which hotel and weekend.

As a group we discussed Gail's concerns and noted each for review by chair head.  We are comfortable to date with the direction the weekend is headed and appreciate all comments and concerns.  ("Brugs!")

Judy's husband, Pat, joined us briefly and added his thoughts on various tourism ideas (likes and dislikes of area attractions).  (Thanks, Pat!)
A brief discussion was held in reference to the budget, the checking account, etc.  We still have $100 in the account and Judy still needs to get the signature card to Bob for the 2nd signature.  Judy mentioned that she would be going to Asheville to find out how the funding works for upcoming reunions.

We are still looking for a good logo/slogan including "KNIGHTS WITH ALTITUDE," indicative of our area (like using mountains on it).  Ken designed a rough sketch with a chess-piece knight and our shield logo with the above words inside, which looked quite nice.  We will, however, keep brainstorming for final logo.

The appointed recruiter (Tina) was unable to attend; however, Ken strongly encouraged anyone remotely involved with the reunion to call, e-mail and write to ALL friends, former teachers, alumnus and whomever else they could think of, especially in a 500-mile radius of Colorado.  Knowing that we are going to be catering to families on this holiday weekend, we want to allow everyone enough time to plan their vacations early so they can't say NO!  J

Ken mentioned that the Karlsruhe Kids are privileged to have at their disposal three different web pages:  kahs.net, kahsknights.org, and a link to Richard Allen's website from kahsknights.org.  Already, our minutes and photo have been displayed on several of the sites for which we are grateful.

Ken brought a West Virginia reunion video that was sent by Maria Benning ('76) but, due to time constraints, we were unable to view it during the meeting.  He mentioned that if anyone wants to see it, they should contact him.

As we were closing the meeting, Ken remembered a pizza parlor with a turn-of-the-century motif named "Fargo's" that would be perfect for Friday night's dinner (with the hospitality party afterwards).

Finally, the members present unanimously agreed to have Judy present to the Alumni Board the 30 June - 3 July, 2005, dates with the Antler's Adam's Mark Hotel as our first preference, based on our knowledge of the hotels and surrounding amenities.

Ken Hilte will host the next meeting that is currently scheduled for Monday, January 19, 2004, at 6:00 pm at the Antler's Adam's Mark Hotel (4 S. Cascade Ave.) with dinner and a tour of the hotel, rooms and a hospitality room.

The meeting was adjourned at 4:10 pm.

Respectfully submitted,



Ginger Clark, Secretary
KAHS 2005 Reunion Committee

Dear Knights,

Colorado Springs has been chosen to host the 2005 Karlsruhe Alumni Reunion.  The local Colorado Knights working toward hosting the reunion have published minutes of their meeting for your information.

Ken Hilte 77'


KAHS "Mile High Knights"
2005 Reunion Planning Meeting
21 September 2003
MINUTES

The business part of the meeting started at 2:21 pm.  Members in attendance were:  Ken Hilte '77; Bob '71 and Sherry Sever; Alan Lickiss '80; Ginger (Angolia) Clark '77; Tina Dove Schwarz '80; and Judy Kosan Bygott '72.  A sign-in sheet was developed with addresses, phone numbers and e-mail addresses.  (Copies available through secretary.)

Officers and committee chairpeople were discussed and appointed:  Ginger Clark, Secretary; Judy Bygott, Treasurer (with Bob as 2nd signature); Ken Hilte and Bob Sever, co-leaders; Bob Sever, Lodging Coordinator; Tina Schwarz, Recruiter; and Alan Lickiss, Web-Meister and Promotional Item Coordinator.

When we discussed "Purpose & Goals," we made an assumption that we would have pre-planned activities including "down-time."  We mentioned that our fellow KAHS alumnae will have paid lots of money to come visit and will want to "see the sights" as well as reminisce with friends.

We realized that it would be better to avoid major events like the USAFA Graduation (end of May), the PPIR Busch Race (end of July), the Front Range International (end of May/beginning of June), and the Pikes Peak Marathon (end of August).  Also important to consider, but without dates at this time, are the Indy Racing League and the Annual Pancake Breakfast (downtown - draws crowds of thousands).  Four dates are currently being considered; the weekends of 7/7, 7/14, 8/4 or 8/11/05.  Alan will research hotel prices/big events to narrow down dates.  Ken and Bob will also check their sources for prices and availability.

A variety of hotel names were mentioned to begin to narrow down the search including, but not limited to, the Wyndham, the South Circle Sheraton (Bob has previous partnership there) and the Antlers (I think Ken has connections here).  Things to consider are the following:  1)  that they will support the size of the group; 2) location and 3) price.  We will block 100 rooms to have unused rooms dropped at a certain date with no fee.  Judy mentioned that we need two hospitality suites, we have to use the hotel's food for the suites and a room for dancing.

We discussed reunion events in the order of the weekend.  Alan mentioned that we could possibly offer to pick up people at the airport and transfer them to the hotel if transportation is not provided by the hotel.  We discussed having all-day excursions available for "Early Birds" on Wednesday and/or Thursday.  All events discussed so far have been:  trip to Manitou Springs, Old Colorado City, Cripple Creek, Denver, Rafting Trip, US Air Force Academy tour, Focus on the Family tour, Olympic Training Center tour, and Garden of the Gods tour.  We talked about incorporating family stuff to encourage people to bring their kids.  We also talked about teens of KAHS to babysit in the hospitality suite for a nominal fee based on age and quantity of children.  Mentioned trying to get a DJ for dinner one night.  Also, Sunday's picnic would be good at either Fox Run Park (in the Black Forest) or Bear Creek Park.  No decisions final at this time.

Alan and Ken mentioned picking up flyers for packets at the Chamber of Commerce.

A brief discussion was held in reference to the budget, the checking account, etc.  Ken has "loaned" the committee $100.00 to date to open an account and buy incidentals to be reimbursed once we get a cash-flow started.

Tina said she would work on recruiting for the 2005 Reunion, encouraging more "kids" from the '80's and '90's to attend.  Ken encouraged her to try telephoning as well as e-mailing to get a response.

Alan mentioned that he could man a web-site as a "reunion link" from the KAHS web-site.  He also mentioned that he works for a promotional company to get stuff at cost.  For instance, 100 T-Shirts could be only $5/shirt.  Also, mentioned possibility of sending out magnets with our logo and the dates on it with the registration forms.

Ideas for logo/slogan included "KNIGHTS WITH ALTITUDE" and using either the Karlsruhe Knight or perhaps a chess-piece knight.

Other ideas discussed were the "Superlative" awards to be given and types of prizes we could use.  Nothing decided at this time.

Bob Sever will host the next meeting that is currently scheduled for Sunday, October 26, 2003, at 1:30 pm in Parker, CO.

The meeting was adjourned at about 4:00 pm when Tina and Ginger had to leave for prior commitments.

Respectfully submitted,



Ginger Clark, Secretary
KAHS 2005 Reunion Committee