With the D.O.C.
EARLY SPRING SPEEDS UP PLANSFOR CLUB'S SEASONAL ACTIVITIES
ONE OF THE earliest spring seasons ever experienced in this part of the coun try cut into the plans of many local ski enthusiasts who looked forward to cornsnow skiing on the high altitudes of the State. With summer temperatures prevailing over a period of weeks in March and early April, even Tuckerman's Ravine was eliminated as the late-season ski center. Many of the Naval trainees who were trying out our great winter sport for the first time became ski enthusiasts before winter's end and all the ski facilities of the D.O.C. were used to full capacity. The inclusion of ski coaches Sel Hannah and Ed Blood on the staff greatly added to the skiing program as their coaching was not merely confined to the team, but included the teaching of rec classes and trainees.
Hanover has been graced this spring with the presence of several former D.O.C. officers who returned from their various officer candidate schools with shiny new bars. Harlan Brumsted spent a few days in town looking up old acquaintances and planning his return to Dartmouth after the war. Tom Kane was up from Quantico with a' bar up and wondering where he went from here. Jim Schwedland writes from somewhere on the high seas and dreams of the day he can get back to cast a fly on New Hampshire waters.
With spring decidedly in the air cabin trips are again booming and fishermen are all readied up for the opening of the trout season. Ross McKenney's shop has been a busy place for the past month where fly- tying classes have been conducted, for many amateur fly-tiers. The usual weird concoctions of fur and feathers are dis- played by the initiates who are pleased to have discovered a new and satisfying hobby. The Franconia Cabin should prove to be popular during the fishing season since it is located in country where well- stocked waters may be found in plenty. A continuing increase in the requests for in- formation on outdoor facilities in New Hampshire keeps this office busy, especially in the fields of fishing and hunting. All such requests from members of the Dart- mouth family will be given immediate at- tention. If you plan to combine your stay at the Hanover Inn with hunting or fish- ing let us help you out.
Will Sharon, the sage of Moosilauke, weathered another winter in good shape. Will received a Xmas package containing a fine flannel shirt frofti one by the name of S. Claus residing on Balch Street, Hanover. He has requested this office to look up the sender of this gift and duly thank him for his kindness. No one around here has seen Claus for a long time.
The canoeing season will open up shortly, and is only being delayed until the Connecticut River is considered safe for use. White water trips are scheduled for various weekends and as soon as such events are announced the list of applications is rapidly filled.
The address list of former D.O.C. men needs revision. Drop us a line or better still come on back if you can. XOM DENT.
