You may have heard about this event. It's the Rubicon Trail Foundations Cantina for the Con hosted by the Dysfunctional Rockcrawlers at the Loon Lake Spillway. We would love to see you there, but if you can't make it it's okay.

We'll still take your money. You can still buy tickets! I can give you 5,000 reasons why you should.

An anonymous donor has offered to match every dollar spent on "online" raffle ticket sales up to $5000!!!!

What does this mean? For every dollar you spend in "online" raffle tickets, the anonymous donor will match it dollar for dollar. Our goal is to sell $5,000 in "online" raffle tickets. But we need you're help!

FAQ:

I don't live in the area can I still win?
YES, you can. We don't care where you live, we just want your support. So if you win a prize we will send it to you. We do ask that you pay for shipping if it's a large item.


Do I have to be at the event to win?
NO, you don't. We understand that you want to help us support the trail and might not be able to make it for what ever reason. (Even though you're missing out on great tacos.)

How much are tickets?
Raffle ticket prices are:
1 for $1
7 for $5
15 for $10
32 for $20
85 for $50
200 for $100

How do I purchase tickets??
Unfortunately, this year we are not able to accept paypal donations for raffle tickets. We will gladly accept your check or money order made out to the Rubicon Trail Foundation (RTF). We ask if you would like to purchase tickets, please send an email to cantinaticketsales@gmail.com with the following information:

Your name
Home address
E-mail
Phone Number
# of tickets you would like

Please make your check or money order out to: Rubicon Trail Foundation

Send it to:
Cantina Raffle Donations
c/o Reanna Mourgos
PO Box 1952
Danville, CA 94526

When your money is received, you will receive an email back with your individual ID# and your ticket numbers. Please note this is not automatic and must be done by a real live person, so please allow us time to process your information.


Thanks for your support.

The Dysfunctional Rockcrawlers

Thanks Reanna :smokin:

For those that don't know, 100% of the money you donate goes directly to the Rubicon Trail Foundation. The RTF puts your donations to work by supporting FOTR work parties including supplies and food for the volunteers, promote Land Use education, support Law Enforcement on the trail, help fund the Ham Radio repeater project, etc. Bottom line is that the money you so generously donate goes back into the Rubicon Trail and, yes, it's tax deductible!

The RTF and TDO thank you for the generous support you have given us for the last three years and we hope we can count on your support once again this year :smokin:

Thanks Reanna, RTF, and TDO! I will be sending some money your way! Cant wait. Last year was a blast!

Cheers!

Last year I gave $350. I plan to beat that this year.

RTF needs your $$ people!

Last year I gave $350. I plan to beat that this year.

Thanks Rock!

Make sure to check out the PRIZE LIST (http://forum.thisdysfunctional.org/showthread.php?t=11597) that will be updated daily!

Hey I was coming to do that. :flipoff2: Great minds think a like!

Where ever Stac and I go in our travels for land use and access, we brag about this event -- how basically one club (yes, with a lot of helpers), on one weekend, took a simple idea of tacos in the spillway, and turned it into one of the largest fund-raisers around -- with all the money going to help the most famous trail in the world!

Our support of this, no matter where you live, or how much you can give, is totally crucial to the Rubicon and our work efforts. Let's get it done (again) and get even MORE raised to keep the Rubicon alive and well for all (and forever).

Thank you TDO and your helpers and friends. And especially to those of you who spend a better part of the week before getting supplies, rounding up raffle tickets and getting the food ready. Wow. GREAT job. GREAT cause. AWESOME group of folks.

Del

Where ever Stac and I go in our travels for land use and access, we brag about this event -- how basically one club (yes, with a lot of helpers), on one weekend, took a simple idea of tacos in the spillway, and turned it into one of the largest fund-raisers around -- with all the money going to help the most famous trail in the world!

Our support of this, no matter where you live, or how much you can give, is totally crucial to the Rubicon and our work efforts. Let's get it done (again) and get even MORE raised to keep the Rubicon alive and well for all (and forever).

Thank you TDO and your helpers and friends. And especially to those of you who spend a better part of the week before getting supplies, rounding up raffle tickets and getting the food ready. Wow. GREAT job. GREAT cause. AWESOME group of folks.

Del

I have a silly question, and maybe I should search because it's probably been gone over before. But, The money made from the cantina over the years... How does it get used? Just curious...

I have a silly question, and maybe I should search because it's probably been gone over before. But, The money made from the cantina over the years... How does it get used? Just curious...

It's not a silly question. Actually, it's a very common one. 100% of the money raised goes to the Rubicon Trail Foundation . The money is used to support the Friends of the Rubicon work parties with supplies & eguipment, feed volunteers, support on the ground Law enforcement, train volunteers in how to become leaders and educate trail users just to name a few. One long range goal is to be in the position to purchase land on and along the Rubicon Trail ensuring access for future generations.

For more information on the RTF, please visit our website: http://www.rubicontrail.org/About/about.html

It's not a silly question. Actually, it's a very common one. 100% of the money raised goes to the Rubicon Trail Foundation . The money is used to support the Friends of the Rubicon work parties with supplies & eguipment, feed volunteers, support on the ground Law enforcement, train volunteers in how to become leaders and educate trail users just to name a few. One long range goal is to be in the position to purchase land on and along the Rubicon Trail ensuring access for future generations.

For more information on the RTF, please visit our website: http://www.rubicontrail.org/About/about.html

Thanks

I have a silly question, and maybe I should search because it's probably been gone over before. But, The money made from the cantina over the years... How does it get used? Just curious...

It was a great question Lisa!

I am sure we will see you at the Cantina!

It was a great question Lisa!

I am sure we will see you at the Cantina!

Oh yes, we will be there:D

Oh yes, we will be there:D

Good deal! :D

in order to be in the raffle do you have to pre purchase tickets or can we buy them there?

in order to be in the raffle do you have to pre purchase tickets or can we buy them there?

You can buy them at the event! :smokin:

right on, sounds like fun, i wanted to make last years but couldn't, but now i got some time planned ahead I'd really like to be there. sounds like a blast!!

right on, sounds like fun, i wanted to make last years but couldn't, but now i got some time planned ahead I'd really like to be there. sounds like a blast!!

It is definitely a good time, with good people, good food, and for a good cause!

I think we should have a fishing tourment on loon as well!

I think we should have a fishing tourment on loon as well!

That is actually a great idea Mark!

I think we should have a fishing tourment on loon as well!
You can head up the planning of the event. :flipoff2:

I'll be there and my check will go out tommorow!

Thanks TDO, I'll have Silver Sodas for ya.

KC

I'll be there and my check will go out tommorow!

Thanks TDO, I'll have Silver Sodas for ya.

KC

Thanks Kevin!

The Pirates of the Rubicon was one of the very first clubs to step up and do something to help maintain & save the Rubicon Trail. Your Clean-ups inspired many of us to become pro-active and to try to make a difference. POR has always supported the Cantina and we really appreciate it:smokin:

Thanks Kevin!

The Pirates of the Rubicon was one of the very first clubs to step up and do something to help maintain & save the Rubicon Trail. Your Clean-ups inspired many of us to become pro-active and to try to make a difference. POR has always supported the Cantina and we really appreciate it:smokin:

I could not agree more.
My first trail clean EVER was one of the POR clean up's.
Those were good times, and I am hoping the Cantina inspires people the way the days of old cleans up inspired me.

I'm in again for the 85 for $50. Also gonna try to come up for some tacos on Sunday:D

I'm in again for the 85 for $50. Also gonna try to come up for some tacos on Sunday:D

Sweet!

We'll be selling raffle tickets at the CalRoc's event in Coloma this weekend. Please look for us at the Rubicon Trail Foundation booth :smokin:

We'll be selling raffle tickets at the CalRoc's event in Coloma this weekend. Please look for us at the Rubicon Trail Foundation booth :smokin:
Bump for today and tomorrow in Coloma.
Also pimp for the on-line raffle ticket sales - let's get that matching donation!!
Last, but not least...... wazzup with fishing tournament idea?
Dale

Bump for today and tomorrow in Coloma.
Also pimp for the on-line raffle ticket sales - let's get that matching donation!!
Last, but not least...... wazzup with fishing tournament idea?
Dale

Thanks Dale :beer:

I think the Fishing tournament idea will have to wait until next year.

I didn't see a deadline for mail orders. The event is the 30th-31st?

Earl we MUST have the check/moneyorder by next wed. If we dont' have it by then you won't get tickets unless you come to the event. Just a reminder ticket sales at the event will close at 2pm. The raffle will be held at 4pm.

We have over $12,000 donated in raffle Prizes (http://forum.thisdysfunctional.org/showthread.php?t=11597)
Thank you to every one that has donated. It's not to late to donate a prize. If you have questions or would like to donate a prize feel free to contact Reanna, Mark, Brian or myself.

I hope it is not too late, i just sent $50 in for 85 tickets.. I am in ca so it should be there this week

I hope it is not too late, i just sent $50 in for 85 tickets.. I am in ca so it should be there this week

EDIT, I see it is not too late:D

Thanks Pat. Make sure to email Reanna.

Thanks Pat. Make sure to email Reanna.

is that eaglechick? sorry:D

is that eaglechick? sorry:D


That it be.

Rock -N- Roll 4x4 will take orders for raffle tickets at our Monthly gathering.

1 for $1
7 for $5
15 for $10
32 for $20
85 for $50
200 for $100

All you need to do is bring a check made out to the "Rubicon Trail Foundation" or cash.

We would need the following information:

Name
Address
E-mail
Phone Number

The Dys crew will then email your Ticket #'s to you before the weekend

The R-N-R August get together will be a BBQ potluck held just below the Nimbus Dam off Hazel Ave. This is adjacent to the CSUS Aquatic Center on Lake Natomas.

We can discus our individual plans for helping at the Cantina :smokin:

Date: Tuesday 8/26/2008
Time: 5:ish-6:ish PM 'till dark

Bring something to BBQ and drink. :smokin:

http://rocknroll4x4.com/uploader/files/1/nimbus.png

EDIT, I see it is not too late:D

Pat- If for some reason the check doesn't get here in time, I'll cover you :smokin:

Thanks so much to Steve and R N R for taking care of this pre-sale event for us. You guys rock. Don't forget we need to hit the $5k mark to get it matched.

Pat- If for some reason the check doesn't get here in time, I'll cover you :smokin:


Man that is really nice of you.. :) thanks.. Hopefully it got there today or tomorrow at the latest.. But either way I owe you a Beer :beer:

So how close are you to meeting the $5000 online sales goal?

So how close are you to meeting the $5000 online sales goal?

We're about $3000.00 short right now :(

Just in case your to lazy to click the link that was posted, here's the most up to date list of prizes. The prizes total over $12k .

4 Wheel Parts stockton- some 3"x30' straps, and some shackles/d-rings
12 volt guy- Something
2020 Software Solutions, Inc. (Bend-Tech)-(2) $50 discount Coupons towards Bend Tech software
ADCO Drivelines & Custom Exhuast Systems-Flowmaster 40 series
Advance Adapters $300 gift certificate
All-Pro Off Road- Toy High Steer Kit
Beadlock Specialties-something
Bend Tech-2 $50 gift certificate
Buchwackers-set of Bushwackers
Central 4 Wheel Drive -Something
C & R Motorsports- Something
D.O.A. Racing Engines -$50 donation direct to the RTF, $50 cash for the raffle
Dave'z Off Road Performance-Front Tube Winch bumper for 84-88 (89 Runners) Toys
Dougherty Racing Camshafts-$100 certificate towards a custom camshaft grind
Driven Industries-50% off labor up to $1,000
Front Range Off-Road Fabrication-something
Hendricks Motorsports-T-shirts
IH Only North-1 off road welding cart
Inchworm Rock Walkin' Gear-(4) 10" wide billet aluminum fairlead
Interstate Batteries-red top optima battery
Jaws Gear and Axle-5 $200.00 Gift Certificates towards labor
Jay's Tat Shack-$200 Tatoo Gift Certificate
JD Films-10 DP6 DVD's
JE Reel Driveline-2-$50 and 2-$25 Certificates towards drivelines
Jeep Camping -t-max 10000 winch
Jeepers Jamboree-GC for 1 to Jeeprs Jamboree 2009
Keith's Alignment and Brakes-(5) 4 wheel alignments
Marlin Crawler- $500 in gift certificate
MP Truck & Trailers-Something
OutbackToilets.com-2 flexible bucket commode seats
Pick N Pull-(2) $100 credits, shirts, free admissions
Parts Mike- 2 $100 cash
Pirate 4x4.com-10 Red Stars
PitBull Tires- Gift certificate for a set of Pitbull tires up to size 37"
Poly Performance-2 $100 Gift Certificates
PRP-Competition Pro" series seats including the new durable black "Cordura" fabric. PRP logo and sticking in red extra tall removable cusions storage bags on the back and Cordura seat covers to keep them nice for years! Value over $1,000
River City Differentials-$200 Gift Certificate
Rock Equipment Racing- 1 pair Gas Bumps Stops
Rock Zombies- D60 HD ARB Diff Cover & 2 Corbeau Baja SS seats in black
RP Films- DVD's
Rubicon Express 2 $50 gift certificates, and Fairleads $150
Rubicon Trail Foundation-2 Aluminum Fairleads
S & H 4 Wheel Drive Service Center-something
Sportsman's Warehouse Rocklin-2 $50 Giftcards
Tin Benders- 3 GC for TinBender Jamboree
Trail Gear- Toyota Hi-Steer kit, 21 spline Dual Case Adapter, 4.7 T-Case Gear Set, HD Knuckle kit, Builder Ends
WB Fabrication and Engineering-$100 labor Gift certificate
West Coast Differrentials- GC for a Set-Up kit valued up to $100.00

Personal Donations
Bryan Cloward- Snap-On tool bag, Matco hammer and pick set, Irwin pliers set- value $170
Del & Stacie Albright 2ea. Recreational Leadership Training Course (RLTC) by Del Albright, 2ea. BlueRibbon Coalition Memberships, one year each. 1ea. World Famous (now retired) Del Albright Trademark Hat (target practice or framing; your choice). 2ea. One Year Subscriptions to Low-RANGE Magazine
John & Barb Arenz-2 individual first aid kits, 1 Yaesu FT60 dual band ham radio. (The winner of this prize must show a valid amateur radio license to collect the prize...incentive to get a license!),3 "Every Trail is Sacred" three packs (the sticker, the magnet, and the pin)

Other donations
All Star Rents- use of tents, tables, chairs and chafing dishes
Jeepers Jamboree- Port-o-poties and wash station

We're about $3000.00 short right now :(

That is pathetic!!
Anonymous benefactor will match (up to $5K) in online raffle sales, and we're not even half way there with only a couple of days to go???
I'm emailing Reanna for $100 worth right now.
Come on folks, let's show a little love for the cause...............

That is pathetic!!
Anonymous benefactor will match (up to $5K) in online raffle sales, and we're not even half way there with only a couple of days to go???
I'm emailing Reanna for $100 worth right now.
Come on folks, let's show a little love for the cause...............

Thanks Dale! Light a fire!

In for $50. Money Order will be mailed later today.

Chris

Right now one of our biggest priorities is to get a bit of a savings account going. We want to insure that the Rubicon Trail Foundation is here to stay for generations. We also spent money this year to hire some professional help with more fundraising. That money has been very well spent and the contract has been renewed already.

We have made over 100!! new Ham Radio operators and trained a large group of new volunteer leaders. That is important because while it is not a requirement, most of the FOTR leaders you see have been through this leadership/stewardship class.

We used over 100 FOTR volunteers and built a repeater vault on private property so we have full coverage for Ham Radio year round on the Rubicon!!!

We sponsored three major FOTR work parties so far this summer and the food has been awesome thanks to our volunteers. Not to mention some real work done on the trail.

Property acquisition is one of our long term goals and an owner will want to see income and an organization with a record before selling.

How about potties on the Con?? We want to see those too!!

All these things take money and right now we have good relations with County and State and Federal agencies. That is something we Directors and Officers do that you may not see. We take time out of our days and meet with these folks all for free. No one is paid on our board and actually we also donate to the RTF.

Scott Johnston
Director RTF

ps as of right now this info is out of date but................click here (http://www.pirate4x4.com/forum/showthread.php?t=556812&highlight=rtf)

Scott you could add that we are supporting Merlin Scott in his out-reach on the trail this year.

Great post BTW ;)

Aaron Beckstead
RTF - Secretary

Scott thanks for that post. I'm not sure people realize what RTF does from them that they can't see. The reason's you stated are why we pick RTF to donate the money to in the first place.

I sent in my check for the raffle as part of the online matching today, but if it doesn't get there by tomorrow I still get my tix at the event, right? If it doesn't get there till thurs, does RTF still get the matching funds?

Not sure what the cut off is for the Online Tickets......just figured I'd show up and buy tickets at the event, but if it works for the match you could put me in for $100 and I could drop a check off in Placerville somewhere, or bring it to you at the event...let me know what could work.....send info to rlbrown@wildblue.net due to the short time frame.

Bob Brown
Toys on the Rocks
placerville

Thanks so much to Steve and R N R for taking care of this pre-sale event for us. You guys rock. Don't forget we need to hit the $5k mark to get it matched.

A big thanks to all who made it out last night, we are $520 closer to the the $5k!!!!! :smokin:

Not sure what the cut off is for the Online Tickets......just figured I'd show up and buy tickets at the event, but if it works for the match you could put me in for $100 and I could drop a check off in Placerville somewhere, or bring it to you at the event...let me know what could work.....send info to rlbrown@wildblue.net due to the short time frame.

Bob Brown
Toys on the Rocks
placerville

Bob, you have email

Our donnor will be matching all raffle ticket sales up to $5K whether they were bought online or at the event. We took a hit on sales since we were unable to use paypal this year.

I big thanks to Steve and Rock-N-Roll for selling tickets at there event last year. Thanks to everyone who showed up and supported cantina by buying tickets.