Two score years ago, ACTC, then with just a hundred members, bravely created the first Tierra Bella Century. Historical ACTC Members still with the club are Ken Schwab (Past President and Club’s Art Designer), Rosa and Lou Mason, Connie and Terry Shaw, Peter Enright (first VP and second President), and Pat Grilione. The Tierra Bella Chair-baton has been passed only a few times; I remember Jack Lacy, George Alexander, John Halverson, Mike Matthews, Brad Kurtz, Brian Bernhardt, David Seeley, and Michael Hudick.

Our legacy is strong and their accomplishments are inspiring. Ken created nearly all the early Tierra Bella and Sierra to the Sea artwork. With Tommie Lacy‘s help, Jack led some years despite loosing his eyesight. Michael is the longest-serving Tierra Bella Chairperson. In 2014, terminally-ill George Johnson fulfilled his Captain-duties at Machado — an unbelievable dedication to ACTC!

It will take nothing less than our very best to uphold this great legacy. Like a tandem captain and stoker needing to cycle in sync, we can accomplish most when working together. Please, let us redouble our effort by filling all the volunteer spots that Rita Hernandez and Michael Hudick are posting!

Tierra Bella, 40th to infinity!

Best,
Tony Le, ACTC President

George Johnson, 2014 Tierra Bella Machado Captain