Category: Pat’s blog

  • Diane Hall

    Diane Hall

    by Pat Avery Writing this blog has been an unexpectedly fascinating experience. The breadth of experiences, the intense and often life-long love affairs with nature, and the natural friendliness of the chapter members have, in a few short months, enriched my life. Diane Hall is one of these outstanding role models and I’m honored to…

  • David Batot

    David Batot

    As a young child, he lived on a farm in Sinton, Texas, where his dad managed an International Harvester store. By the time he started school, the family had moved to San Benito. Chronicling his growing-up years, David described an ideal childhood.

  • Carolyn Cardile

    Carolyn Cardile

    by Pat Avery Curiosity about the world around us is apparent in every step of Carolyn’s journey from her childhood in a Philadelphia suburb to her present status as a board member for the RGVCTMN. Early experiences as a Brownie and Girl Scout, as well as summers spent in Rhode Island with her grandparents, developed…

  • Kate de Gennaro

    Kate de Gennaro

    Our life journey is seldom along a straight road. Like many of us, Kate has meandered some side roads, stopped to rest a bit and then continued forward, finding new and different paths along the way.

  • Carolyn Wolfer

    Carolyn Wolfer

    After spending her career indoors, her scouting activities renewed her love of the outdoors. Her teaching brought her awareness of her love of sharing knowledge with kids.

  • Frank Wiseman

    Frank Wiseman

    Spread your wings! That’s the take-away message from a man who taught us by example!