Behunin Reunion 2013: 2013

Thursday, July 25, 2013

Official Reunion Schedule

Here is the full reunion schedule. Find the "Can't Miss" events and highlight those times. Here's a helpful hint, start drawing a circle at the Friday 1pm time-frame. Then continue your circle so the you capture everything down to the Sunday at 1pm time frame. Verify that you have all events circled in-between to complete your circle. Those are the ones you don't want to miss. :-)

Game Rules for the Treasure Hunt Amazing Race.

Official Rules for Behunin Family Treasure Hunt:

1. Starts at 11:00 - meet in lodge for a short story and team set-ups!

2. Ages 5-16 Because of racing, running and mischief we do not want little ones hurt, so if a parent or grandparent wants to carry a younger child that will be allowed.

3. The contestants will be divided into teams that will include at least one younger and one older child, to help the younger one.

4. There are 5 stops along the Hunt where tasks must be performed before going to the next one.

5. The first team to get to the treasure wins a grand prize chosen especially for them!

6. Parents - bring a camera, you won't want to miss this!

7. Our contestents will need all the cheering they can get - EVERYBODY come cheer them on!

Poker Rules

Behunin Reunion

No Limit Texas Hold’em Tournament Rules

1. Players may “buy in” only once for $30.00 at the beginning of the game. Each player will receive $400.00 in chips to use for gameplay.

2. There will be a maximum of 15 players. Play begins on two tables with two dealers and consolidates to one table as people drop out of the tournament.

3. There will be only one winner at the end of the tournament. It’s “Last Man Standing”. It is designed to last approximately two hours.

4. The winner will receive the entire pot less the 20% reunion donation from the total winnings.

5. There are no maximum limits on bets for this tournament.

6. Player may be temporarily excused from play but they must match the big blind bet for each round absent.

7. Blind bets are as follows:

a. Begin game: $2 / $1

b. 30 minutes: $5 / $3

c. 60 minutes $10 / $5 (White chips removed)

d. 75 minutes $25 / $15

e. 90 minutes $50 / $25 (Blue chips removed, Black chips enter)

f. 105 minutes $100 / $50

g. 120 minutes (if game still going) $500 / $300

Chip colors:

White $1

Blue $5

Green $25

Red $100

Black $500

Monday, July 22, 2013

What should you bring to the Behunin Reunion?

Pot Luck item for Saturday.

If you've made an item to share with us, and if you've stayed the night - be careful of items that may spoil. Please keep the food in a cool and dry (preferable in a fridge or ice-cooler).
If you have a specialty, please bring it and show off your special skill!

Auction Item

Please don't bring small "Grab Bag" type items. They take too long to auction for the small income they might bring in. If you still want to bring items that might fit this description, please package them as a collection or a package that contains several that go together we can auction the package of them instead.
We really like your hand created items, but any donation you bring is fine.

Cash

There's a two dollar per person cover change this year that covers all three days. What a bargain considering that helps pay for the camp ground rental and lodge for the weekend!
You will also want cash to pay for tube rentals, family portraits, and auction items.
We've unfortunately had some cases where people didn't pay for their auction items so payment is now expected by the end of the auction. Items unpaid for will be put back up for auction so that it remains fair for all.
If you are playing in the Texas Hold'em tournament - the fee is $30.00. We don't operate on credit here - after-all, we are the Behunin clan. Think about it.
As tradition - we will have a "Cuss Bucket" on hand for cash penalties for using coarse language. If you're like me, it might be wise to just throw a few bucks in there as pre-payment for the weekend to avoid the hassle of always digging through your pocket for change.

If you are spending the night or river tubing.

Flashlight
Bug Spray
Sun tan lotion (sunscreen)
Warm clothes (sweater or light jacket)
Expect and occasional scattered shower. We are in the monsoon season.
Drinking water. The camp is under water restrictions currently. Washing and drinking the water is highly discouraged until the officials declare it safe for drinking again (The toilets will work just fine).
Towels if you will be in the river.

Thursday, June 20, 2013

The Official Behunin Reunion Announcement

Sunday, June 9, 2013

Behunin Gear for sale now with more items!

Behunin Gear For Sale !

Order your Behunin Reunion gear now and have it available at the reunion!

New!! We've added the 2012 custom Photo Album and Calendar for purchase now.

The family pride and spirit was strong at last year's reunion as many selected wear the Behunin family crest proudly emblazoned their shirts.

Many were disappointed that they didn't order in time and missed their opportunity to own the collectable clothing. Many people wanted to purchase the shirts and sweatshirts only after they saw them at the reunion but it was too late - these items are an advance purchase item only. The small proceeds made from the sale of these items go directly into the reunion fund that helps fund these events.

The symbol of pride to be displayed is this year's Behunin Reunion collectible shirt is our Branding Iron brand. This symbol shown below represents the "Old West" theme of this year's event. You can order through the Pay Pal buttons below if you have a PayPal account. Or you can do a direct wire bank transfer if bank at America First Credit union with instructions below.

We have to order in bulk to get the discounted price for the custom made clothing.
Please see the pictures and descriptions below. Note: These shirts fit a bit large for their size listing and are bigger on you than the pictures shown below would have you believe. Some people that missed out last year based their decision on the photo of the shirt that looks too small. In person - they were bigger and more comfortable.

The due date to have your funds to Mark Rees is July 10. Purchase it now - before you forget!


Behunin Reunion "Branded" t-shirt

B R T-shirt

Material: 6.1 oz 100% preshrunk cotton. Lite tan color.

It's a tagless t-shirt for increased neck comfort, Double-needle cover-seamed
neck, shoulder-to-shoulder tape, preshrunk to minimize shrinkage.
These shirts are durable, comfortable, and fit great.

Behunin Reunion "Branded"Sweatshirt

B.R. Zippered Sweatshirt

Quarter-Zip Pullover Sweatshirt.

Material: 9.5 oz. 50% cotton, 50% polyester NuBlend preshrunk fleece. High stitch density for a better printing canvas. Double-napped inside for a softer feel and increased loft. Virtually pill-free. Double-needle cover-seaming on neckline, armholes, waistband. Brass-tone zipper, cadet collar. 1x1 ribbed cuffs and waistband.

A stylish pull-over that is both thicker and warmer than the normal crew-neck sweatshirts. Built to last and to keep you warm.

B.R. Zippered Sweatshirt

2012 Reunion Family Photo Album

Here's the thing about photo albums. Rarely if ever do we stop to consider these pictures to be the benchmarks that future generations will know us or have a link to us.These reference points for our cherished shared memories increase in value significantly through the years. Imagine if you had access to a photo album that was compiled at the big reunion event of 1972? Who was alive back then? Which one was the Joker... the Fool... the Thief... the Romeo or the Drama Queen?

We can all probably relate to the situation where we can remember all of these things..but only if there is something to trigger the memory. When the years go by, those memories get locked away somehow where we can't find the key. These photo albums are your key. They might be your last chance to see some of your loved ones while they were alive during a happy time. The regret you feel for not purchasing this now while you had the opportunity is much steeper than the small purchase price.

In a very short time, this opportunity will be gone forever. Join me in ordering yours today. My dumb high school portrait cost more than this entire book. It's a steal at only $45.00

2012 Reunion Calendar

Perhaps you are of the opinion that you only need twelve opportunities to remember last year's legendary event? Well, we have a solution for that too!

The thing most people don't consider about what to do with the pictures when the year is up? You don't have to throw away the pictures! They are still perfectly valid, the people in the pictures may one day expire but the pictures themselves have no due date! Use them any time! Over your dartboard, taped to a pinata, and imagine what you can do with the pictures of those few you still like??

OK, that was a joke - get over it. ;-)

Yours for the Low, Low, Low price of only $18.00

If you wish to pay by using a bank transfer, make sure you send an email to: mrees999@hotmail.com indicating what size and quantity you'd like. Here's the routing\bank information

Bank Transfer Info:

Mark Rees:
America First Credit Union Routing number: 324377516
Account number number: 2310233

You can pick them up when you arrive at the reunion.
If you can't attend the reunion but want to purchase one anyway and have it shipped to you - just add $3.00 for shipping.

Thanks - and we are looking forward to seeing you all at the Behunin Reunion!

Thursday, May 16, 2013

Welcome to the 2013 Behunin Reunion Website!

Get ready for the Summer Event destined to become Legendary!

The theme this year will welcome you back to the "Old West" where you will see that you are wanted:

You're Wanted - Reunion video Advertisement.

Some of the events to look forward to:*

The TALENT SHOW is back!

Texas Hold'em - "No Limit" Poker Tournament

Texas Hold'em - "No Limit" Poker Tournament

For a nominal $30.00 buy-in everybody starts with $200.00 in poker chips. **
For a how-to for the rules and strategies of Texas Hold'em Check out this link:

Texas Hold'em Tournament Rules and Strategies

One helpful hint regarding my poker style: I NEVER bluff. ***

The AMAZING RACE treasure hunt!

Find the lost gold mine for a prize you won't forget!

Traditional family auction

Be sure to bring DESIRABLE collectables, hand-made, family heirloom and items with nostalgic value. (Please no bargain bag trinkets this year).

The river rafts will return again!

Craft Workshop
A craft workshop is planned for the non-poker lovers among us!

Family Portraits

Return to capture the moment and we want to try to squeeze everybody in one shot to memorialize the event in a picture that your great-great-great-great grandchildren will one day view.

Gold panning demonstration
Why did most of the people come out west? One word: GOLD.
We'll try our luck with equipment modern day "Gold Bugs" use.

Nature Hike
We need some way of burning off the S'mores and Root-beer float calories.

More food that you can shake a stick at including:

Chuck-wagon Style Dinner
Big EARLY morning breakfast complete with Hotcakes, Bacon, Sausage Eggs and Hash browns. Who doesn't like to wake up to the smell of BACON in the mountain air?
Pot Luck Lunch.
Root-beer floats!
Campfire ghost stories complete with S'mores.

We will again this year be offering a new-look and design collectable reunion event t-shirts and more to show your family spirit. Stay tuned for the style and sizes to come.

SUBSCRIBE to this page so you will receive alerts to keep you up to date as we provide more details to come. (See the link to subscribe at the bottom of this page).

Please send me an email to let me know if you are coming as soon as possible so I can add you to the list. Note there will be a $2.00 per person cover charge this year to help cover costs - As you would expect - Events THIS GREAT can't come free :-)

More details to come!

*Subject to change:

** tournament winner will receive 80% of pot with the remaining 20% reserved to defer reunion cost.