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Mini Reunion Registration and Check-in

When:
Where: Humphrey Half Moon Inn Check In Desk

Registration should be open for business beginning at 3 pm going thru 5:30 pm.

On Your Own Activities
Late Afternoon/Early Evening - Meet and Greet

Start:     3:00 PM
Ends:     5:30 PM

Dress: Come as you are!
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Meet & Greet

When:
Where: Humphrey Half Moon Inn

Humphrey Half Moon Inn
Sunday, May 4, 4 – 7 PM: After checking into the hotel and getting settled, come check in at the “Reunion Registration Check In” table at “The Green” that is directly behind the Hotel Lobby.  Afterwards join the Meet and Greet on “The Green” and reconnect with your classmates.  Drinks are available on your own at the nearby Pool Bar.

We expect many will then go in small groups and have a dining experience exploring some of the many restaurant options that San Diego is known for.

Start:     4:00 PM
Ends:      7:00 PM

Dress: Come as you are!

POC: Rich Luczak

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Cinco De Mayo Celebration 

(For your information for planning purposes)

When:
Where: San Diego

Cinco de Mayo honors the 1862 Battle of Puebla. While it is not widely celebrated in Mexico, in the United States, Cinco de Mayo has become an observance of Mexican culture and heritage, specifically in regions with large populations of Mexican-Americans.

Many in San Diego celabrate this day so make your plans accordingly.
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Golf  Outing #1

When:
Where: Coronado Municipal Golf Course

Cost:  $ 125.00 Includes cart and range balls.

Opened in 1957, it is rated as one of the best public golf courses in the nation. Located just minutes from downtown San Diego over the iconic San Diego Coronado Bay Bridge, it offers beautiful San Diego harbor and downtown views.
Here is a link for a course overview:
Coronado Municipal Golf Course

Clubs can be rented for $65.00.  You will pay for the rental clubs at the course.  Let Scott Peppler know if you plan on renting clubs to have them reserved.

Start:     10:00 AM
Ends:     3:30 PM

POC:  Scott Peppler 801-864-2643 email: scottpeppler@gmail.com
 
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Old Town Trolley
Pickup and Return to Humphreys

When:
Where: Humphreys

The Old Town Trolley Tour is a driving tour in a wheeled vehicle resembling a trolley.  The tour will depart from the Humphreys Half Moon Inn at 10:00 am on Monday, May 5.  There will be a one hour layover stop in the City of Coronado which allows time to visit the Hotel Del Coronado.  This will be approximately at the half way point of the tour.  There are a total of eleven San Diego attractions/sights that will be driven through and narrated on the tour.
For more information click on the Register page on the website and scroll down.

Start:     10:00 AM
Ends:     1:00 PM expected return to The Humphreys

POC: Dan Muchow
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Company/Small Group Dinners

When:
Where: Restaurant of Choice

Groups of classmates and their wives will plan small group dinners at one of the many fine restaurants that San Diego has to offer.

Note: See Above Regarding Cinco De Mayo!

Dress: Casual or as attendees deem appropriate for the type and location of the event.
 
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Company/Small Group Dinners
Southwestern Yacht Club Option

Reservations Closed

When:
Where: San Diego

Monday has been set aside for groups, company’s etc. to gather again and experience the myriad of culinary experiences available in San Diego.

Now Monday night is “Cinco de Mayo” in this town with a distinct Mexican influence. Look it up on the internet and you will find out this is more intensely celebrated in the States than in Mexico itself.

For those desiring a less intense option, Steve Geary is a member of the Southwestern Yacht Club located in Point Loma and while their Club dining room is shut down on Monday, they will have a cash bar open and it can handle a limited number of small groups desiring to have food delivered and enjoy a less stressful evening with classmates.

Limited space available. Must be reserved with Steve Geary in advance. Call Steve Geary and get your allocation.

Many in San Diego celabrate this day so make your plans accordingly.

POC: Steve Geary, (858) 382-7047, sgeary11@me.com 
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Golf Outing #2

When:
Where: San Diego Balboa Park Golf Course

Cost:  $95.00 Includes cart and range balls.

Balboa Park Golf Course features stellar views of downtown San Diego, Balboa Park, Point Loma and the Pacific Ocean.   It is oldest public golf facility in San Diego.
Here is a link for an overview of one of the holes:
Balboa Park Golf Course


Clubs can be rented for $50.00.  You will pay for the rental clubs at the course.  Let Scott Peppler know if you plan on renting clubs to have them reserved.

Start:     9:00 AM
Ends:     2:30 PM

POC:  Scott Peppler 801-864-2643 email: scottpeppler@gmail.com

 
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Bus to/from The Embarcadero

When:
Where: Humphreys

Start:     9:00 AM
Ends:      2:30 PM last bus leaves to return to The Humphreys at approximately 3:00 pm

POC: Steve Presley
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Embarcadero Walking Tour

When:
Where: Embarcadero

 The Embarcadero (“the landing place”) is the area adjacent to San Diego Bay in the heart of downtown
San Diego. This will be a walking tour along sidewalks adjacent to the bay – total distance approximately one mile.  Along this stretch of the Embarcadero are several museums, historical and military attractions as well as shops and eateries.

For more information click on the Register page on the website and scroll down.

POC: Dan Muchow
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Tour of USS Midway (CV-41)

When:
Where: USS Midway

CV-41 Midway Tour lead by Bill, a  docent for the Midway guided tours are 2 1/2 to 3 hours from arrival to finish.  As an additional note:the normal price for a self-guided tour of the Midway is $24 for veterans (as of Dec. 2024). However,  this docent guided tour is being offered to all Class of '72 reunion attendees for FREE! (Thank Steve Geary).  That said, although the guided docent tour on the Midway is free of charge, if you want a round trip bus ride to the Midway, the cost will be $40.

This will be on the Tuesday, May 6th and if you choose to go by bus,  you need to be on the "R/T Bus and Embarcadero Walking Tour". If you have already registered for the  " R/T Bus - Balboa Park", please email Larry Aubrecht so I have record of the requested change.

80% of the tour is wheelchair friendly.  The remaining 20% is the engine room on the lowest deck and the flight bridge deck that both require climbing vertical ladders.  We will need a list of the names of attendees so the museum knows who is on-board in case of an emergency evacuation of the ship.

If you want to join this tour, make contact directly with Larry Aubrecht, (303) 933-2261 but first email Larry so he can track your request. (laubrecht@lgfconsulting.com)

For more information click on the Register page on the website and scroll down.

Start:     9:30 AM
Ends:      12:30 PM

POC: Steve Geary
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Bus to/from Balboa Park

When:
Where: Humphreys

Start:     9:00 AM
Ends:      2:30 PM last bus leaves to return to The Humphreys at approximately 3:00 pm


POC: Steve Presley
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Balboa Park Visit

When:
Where: Balboa Park

Balboa Park is the largest urban cultural park in the United States, with several exhibition buildings (designed in the Spanish colonial style), gardens, walkways, and the world-famous San Diego Zoo. We will be “turned loose” to explore the many museums and restaurants, and to walk the numerous paths to enjoy the many gardens.


For more information click on the Register page on the website and scroll down.

POC: Randy Jones & Tim Lupfer
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Bus to/from Liberty Station

When:
Where: Humphreys

Start time is 4:30 pm

Start:     4:30 PM
Ends:      9:30 PM last bus leaves to return to The Humphreys at approximately 10:00 pm


POC: Steve Presley
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Class Night Outdoor Dinner Fiesta
Liberty Station
(Stone Brewery)

When:
Where: Liberty Station

Come join in the fiesta fun at our beautiful reserved outdoor space at the Stone Brewery World Bistro & Gardens at Liberty Station. Our evening will embody the casual, fun San Diego vibe! Our memorable evening will include a Benny Havens hour with appetizers, a Mexican themed gourmet Taco Buffet with salad, sides and dessert and live 70’s music from a local band (3 Car Garage) after supper.

When: Tuesday, May. 6, 5:30PM
Where: Liberty Station
Outdoor Dinner Fiesta “Under the Stars” at nearby Liberty Station
1730 - Benny Havens
1830 - Buffet Gourmet Taco Dinner
1930 – Entertainment: 70's San Diego Band (3 Car Garage)
2100 - End of evening

For more information click on the Register page on the website and scroll down.

POC: Rich Luczak


 
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Bus to/from Memorial Service

When:
Where: The Mission - San Diego

Bus transportation will be available if you want to leave immediately after the service or stay for the historical presentation and tour which will end by 12:30.

Early arrivers can enjoy coffee, pastries and fruit provided courtesy of the class in an outside area.

Dress: Casual or as attendees deem appropriate for memorial service.

Start:     8:30 AM
Ends:     12:30 PM last bus leaves to return to The Humphreys at approximately 1:00 pm 

POC: Steve Presley
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Memorial Service

When:
Where: The Mission - San Diego de Alcala (Basilica)



The Memorial Service is a non-denominational service honoring our deceased classmates. This year we are having this time honored tradition at the site of the first Mission in California, founded in 1769 by friar Junipero Serra.  The service will last approximately 45 minutes.

Early arrivers can enjoy coffee, pastries and fruit provided courtesy of the class in an outside area.

Bus service is available as well as parking for those with cars. Following the service, a historical presentation and a docent led tour of this special place will be offered for those who wish to stay. 

Bus transportation will be available if you want to leave immediately after the service or stay for the historical presentation and tour which will end by 12:30.

For more information click on the Register page on the website and scroll down.

Dress: Casual or as attendees deem appropriate for memorial service.

POC: Jim "Bubba" Bowden
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Historical Presentation on the California Missions
(Tim Lupfer & Museum Staff)

When:
Where: The Mission - San Diego

Following a short break from the Memorial Service at the Mission, our classmate, Tim Lupfer, will provide a historical perspective on the 21 Missions in California. Then Janet Bartel, the San Diego Mission historian, will speak about the history of the San Diego Mission de Alcala.

After a short question and answer session, attendees will be offered a docent led tour of the grounds, the museum and dig sites.

Bus transportation will be available if you want to leave immediately after the service or stay for the historical presentation and tour which will end by 12:30.   Incidentally, Tim is on a personal quest to visit all of the missions in California!

For more information click on the Register page on the website and scroll down.

Dress: Casual or as attendees deem appropriate for memorial service.

POC: Rich Luczak
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Class Business Meeting & Benny Haven's

When:
Where: Humphrey Half Moon Inn

Business Meeting: 5:00 to 6:00 pm

Benny Havens:  6:00 - 7:00 PM


Dress: Casual or as attendees deem appropriate for the type and location of the event.

POC: John Roggow
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Class of 72 Banquet

When:
Where: Humphrey Half Moon Inn

Dress: Casual and/or business casual (Ladies equivalent).

Note: Shorts or tee shirts are considered inappropriate

Banquet: 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM

POC: Ken Brockman
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Farewell Departure Breakfasts

(On Your Own)

When:
Where: Restaurants of Your Choosing

Last chance to share some food with special friends before heading back home.
This might be an opportunity to meet at a local restaurant if you have time before leaving.

Dress: Come as you are!