HFH 2016 Venue and date announcement

[Blue in Munich]

The winners on the day were :

Nearest the pin : Kraxx (not Khamelion who has been fined !!)

Not guilty, I think the real culprit should also be fined, you know who you are, red in Berlin, no pink in Dusseldorf, something like that

Well the state of you when you found out, I had to do something; your bottom lip was going at the thought of being talked through it all the way back to Newcastle!

Are you saying you were framed by a retired Met policeman ?

He wasn't framed, he was there………

However if you were asking about Kraxx and a curry in Guildford I might have to plead guilty.

 

[Deleted member 16999]

For those who couldn't attend below are a few pictures of the RickG carving, the carving is approx A3 size, is solid English Oak and was carved by Ted Grainger an Ex RAF Lad who helps out out in the woodwork shop at Phoenix House in Catterick.

 

[bladeplayer]

You will have plenty of willing volunteers more than happy to pick you up from any of the London airports :thup:

Thanks Phil , will keep that in mind :thup:

 

[bladeplayer]

Never too far from an airport, and as Phil says, no problems in getting you a lift.:thup:

Thanks mate ...

 

[Fish]

A question for Rich and Fish, how easy is it to spread the load as I'm sure there will be plenty of willing volunteers especially after this year's efforts or does it become more dissolved and harder to co-ordinate. If you are happy, I'm happy to get involved in some capacity if you need me. I'm sure others will too

Sometimes less is more Martin, we know there are lots of willing helpers out there but we'd still have to oversee those designated tasks and thus our time management would be little different, I think the balance is OK personally, on the day, as I did on a couple of occasions I asked a couple of people to do some simple tasks for me that cropped up, but if the team grew anymore than it is, it could become over complicated as we'd have to communicate even greater to ensure where we were at any given time, that's my personal observation anyway from being involved since August this year.

We thank you all for all offers of help though, and I'm sure if our backs were against the wall, we'd cry out for help.

:thup:

 

[Deleted member 17920]

For those who couldn't attend below are a few pictures of the RickG carving, the carving is approx A3 size, is solid English Oak and was carved by Ted Grainger an Ex RAF Lad who helps out out in the woodwork shop at Phoenix House in Catterick.
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That really is a cracking piece of work :thup:

 

[richart]

Quality words. A question for Rich and Fish, how easy is it to spread the load as I'm sure there will be plenty of willing volunteers especially after this year's efforts or does it become more dissolved and harder to co-ordinate. If you are happy, I'm happy to get involved in some capacity if you need me. I'm sure others will too

Thanks for the offer Martin.

On the day we are fine, as the girls know exactly what they are doing, with Camberley being the fifth H4H they have done. We just let them get on with what they do best.:thup:

We always need general help with odd jobs, and it is great we get some many offering help. Thanks to Tony and others with the banners, Phil for looking after the Battleback players, Midnight for helping at the desk and many others I have forgotten.

I intend to get a couple more forumers involved with looking at raising money before the day, and I will be in touch with them shortly.

The Help For Heroes day was always intended to bring the forum together, as well as raise loads of money. We are already a decent size team, with myself, Vicky, Kate, Laura, Mike H, Mark our auctioneer, Sean, James from H4H and now of course we have Robin on board. A fantastic team to hopefully take us forward, and to do Rick proud.

 

[Khamelion]

Well the state of you when you found out, I had to do something; your bottom lip was going at the thought of being talked through it all the way back to Newcastle!



He wasn't framed, he was there………

However if you were asking about Kraxx and a curry in Guildford I might have to plead guilty.

There was no bottom lip, just a skip load of expletives about how he be going on about it for the next several hours, probably every half hour like the bleedin speaking clock. "At the third stroke, the ball hit the flag and dropped", beep, beep, ^*$"*+ Beep

 

[richart]

There was no bottom lip, just a skip load of expletives about how he be going on about it for the next several hours, probably every half hour like the bleedin speaking clock. "At the third stroke, the ball hit the flag and dropped", beep, beep, ^*$"*+ Beep

It was nearest the pin in one and not three. He did know that ?:mmm:

 

[grumpyjock]

That was like mine to the 14th on the pin all the way, dropped short and skipped onto the green. Only to see it run past the hole and off the blanket. £1 in the bucket as I walked onto the green.

 

[richart]

:There was over £40 in the bucket, so you were not the only one to miss the green.

 

[Bogie Boy]

There is nothing quite like the annual GM Forum meet in amateur golf in my experience. After my first outing at West Hill last year, in addition to coming away as wet as I've ever been, I took away the memory of an incredible, if undefinable, spirit that existed in the clubhouse over lunch, among people whom I'd never met yet whose Forum names were familiar. As I work overseas ensuring that my holiday fell during the H4H GM meet was a priority. That it did was a relief and the build up with anticpation could begin. After West Hill I think I told all and sundry about what fun the craic was at the top 100 track and invited some of my golfing pals to get involved in 2016. Last year I managed to outbid Sandy for the four ball with GM editor Mike who graciously spoilt us at Sunningdale. So it was a nice surprise to be recognised and welcomed at Camberley Heath by him upon arrival. Richard and the girls were on hand to continue the warm welcome and the spirit feeling thing started to grab me again. One can't say enough about short par fours in my book, and CH had a few which seemed to suit my game. Three birdies is the most I've posted in a round ever. So it won't surprise you to hear that upon learning I had twenty five back nine points I skied my drive down the first one hundred yards into the heather on the right. As a Spurs fan the sight of a fox prowling the first green drew fears of a bad omen. Though he preferred my partners' balls to my Calloway as he disappeared into the trees with them both. We all knew GM had covered this scenario in one of its rules features, but could we recall it correctly? Shortly after we had a double hit in the bunker. Same scenario played out in our heads. Thankfully we recalled the rulings correctly, as ascertained in the rules book a partner won in the raffle! The halfway house was a real treat. Who noticed the three single malts? After years of shunning them, I now have found a real soft spot for such mid-round retreats. The greens were in fabulous condition and only twice did I notice a speck of mud on my ball. The poppy flag on the 16th was a fine touch too. Lunch was delicious. Such fine organisation and execution does not happen by chance. Very well done to all those behind, and in front of, the scenes for such a fabulous day which will live long in many of our memories. I met Rick briefly last year and understand that part of the spirit of the day is his. And having worked in numerous war zones and seen the work of our finest first hand, it is a joy and privilege to be able to support our veterans who defend our country and its values. For me such integrity, friendship and comraderie is what golf is all about. I thank you for allowing me to be part of it and I look forward to getting to know many of you better, especially those living in, or pasing through, the Midlands.

 

[ArnoldArmChewer]

That was like mine to the 14th on the pin all the way, dropped short and skipped onto the green. Only to see it run past the hole and off the blanket. £1 in the bucket as I walked onto the green.

At least you had the chance of your ball staying on the green Chris, if memory served me right I need to chip in for a point there, still my £1 went in the bucket in one . :whoo:

 

[Deleted member 21258]

Whilst due to another family commitment I could not attend, I would like to say a big thanks to Richard for bidding on a couple of items for me, greatly appreciated and please please do another day, it is for such a great cause and would love to go myself next year.

 

[richart]

Whilst due to another family commitment I could not attend, I would like to say a big thanks to Richard for bidding on a couple of items for me, greatly appreciated and please please do another day, it is for such a great cause and would love to go myself next year.

You would be very welcome Darren. Your bids pushed up the final price of Woodhall and Royal Liverpool, so I thank you for that. The winning bidders may not.

 

[Dasit]

Peter Finch got video up, course looks lovely

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MDyFiFVVK5c

 

[Aztecs27]

I really hope you all enjoyed the day, and judging by the comments above and those I heard on the day I think you did. Yes there was a lot of sadness, but I think everyone that attended the day, contributed auction items, bid for items, and generally got involved, all made the H4H 2016 day a success. This success would have made Rick so proud.

Must admit I have been thinking that this might be the last year. I knew Rick would want us to complete the day at Camberley, and I was happy and sad to do so. By the end of the day I can honestly say I have never felt so emotionally wrecked. I have been told that the lights were on, but no one was at home, and I think that is probably true. When I finished my round I walked back to the car parked out by the 11th by myself. My partners had walked out to our tee. It was a lovely walk, and apart from bumping into a few friends walking back to the clubhose, it was just beautifully quiet, and I said a few words to Rick, and shed a tear to my friend.

The day then became a bit of a blur, and just wanted to get through to the end. I had made the decision about my future involvement, and then I heard Robin's and Mike's words and then finally Sandy's. Some lovely words about Rick, but I expected that. What I hadn't expected was their words of support for the day as a whole, their promise to support the day as long as it was held. If they were prepared to support the day, then hopefully others will continue to as well. Assuming that is the case I had better pull myself together, and start the search for the next venue.

Thanks for the memories Rick, we had a blast my friend.

I seem to have something in my eye...*ahem*..

Selfishly, I'm glad you've decided to keep it going, so I actually have a chance to be there next year! But as has been said, no one would have blamed you if you'd cancelled the whole thing this year and called it a day.

I spent a good half an hour reading through everyone's comments last night and each one making me more gutted I couldn't have been there. Some poignant moments and sounds like the old boy was given the tribute he so thoroughly deserved.

Can't imagine how hard it was for you and the girls to carry on, and also for Robin to step in and take on Rick's role to keep the whole thing going. Bravo to everyone involved.

Hope the memories keep rolling in...hope to see you all next year....Rich, make sure wherever you book has plenty of grass seed mix on the teeboxes...just in case I do follow through on my threat and make an appearance. :thup: :whoo:

 

[Bazz]

This sounds like a great laugh, will look out for next year's details...expecially if it's more central ☺

 

[HomerJSimpson]

Any idea when the GM snaps are being uploaded?

 

[Fish]

Any idea when the GM snaps are being uploaded?

I would assume AFTER their next monthly publication, there hardly going to publish them openly on here before the next copy is released which will features details of the day?