for the Symposium is March 15. So far, about 20 people have prepaid. Harvey presented an updated version of the Symposium Proceedings cover which features George Stevens' specimen of native gold on wulfenite.
b. Silent Auction
There was some discussion on silent auction materials. Darrel estimated that there would be at least 20-30 specimens along with an autographed copy of Steve's Rock and Gem article.
Ray mentioned that a field trip is still planned for Sunday, but there are some unresolved logistical issues.
5. Field Trips:
a. Midnight Owl - Saturday March 15
Ray pointed out that the Zimmermans have invited Foundation members to collect at the Midnight Owl. The plan is to meet at 9 am at the intersection of Trilby Wash and Castle Hot Springs Road and car pool from there with four wheel drive vehicles to the collecting site.
b. Blanchard mine, NM - May 10, 2003
Ray also mentioned that the Newsletter has details on the upcoming collecting trip at the Blanchard mine. He indicated that Ramon DeMark, one of the owners of the Blanchard claim, will be speaking at the Symposium. Ray reminded members that they'll need a hard hat and light to collect underground.
6. Flagg Show - Jan. 2,3,4, 2004 - publicity:
Ray suggested getting an early start on publicity. He asked Dana Slaughter to handle show announcements with various magazines and Harvey to come up with a new poster design by May.

1. Poster - report from Tucson Show
Les presented a summary of poster, book and calendar sales from the Tucson Show. He also communicated some background information on the posters:
1. Posters are now stored in a controlled, secure environment.
2. 2003 represents the third year of a five year agreement.
3. Division of responsibilities: the Foundation is responsible for poster sales and storage, while the Tucson Show Committee is responsible for poster design.
He identified a few topics of discussion with the Show Committee:

Attendees: Ben Benham, Susan Celestian, Stan Celestian, Shirley Coté, Donn Cuson, Steve Decker, Darrel Dodd, Doug Duffy, Cynthia Grant, Ray Grant, John Hallinan, Paul Harter, Jay Hayes, Genie Howell, Bob Jones, Harvey Jong, Sylvia Knopf, Paula Liken, John Lucking, Les Presmyk, Dana Slaughter
The meeting was called to order by Ray Grant.

Ray requested corrections to the draft minutes of the Annual Meeting in the Newsletter. No changes were suggested. Genie Howell moved to approve the minutes, while Steve Decker seconded the motion. The motion passed.

Darrel Dodd indicated that he is waiting for an update from Lavone Archer, so the Treasurer's Report was deferred.

1. Collection Committee:
Ray announced that a meeting is scheduled for Monday, April 7 in the Flagg Gallery. Attendees should plan to arrive at 6:45 p.m. to avoid disturbing the Maricopa Lapidary Club meeting. The agenda will include electing a new chairperson.
2. Website www.AZMinFun.com:
Ray suggested members visit the new website and mentioned that an out-of-state visitor joined based on the web experience. Shirley Coté pointed out that the list of Foundation Officers is out-of-date and doesn't include phone numbers. Harvey Jong indicated that phone numbers are not included by request, while the old list probably reflects a web page from the old website. Harvey was instructed to remove the old site and redirect links to the new content.
3. Newsletter:
Steve requested additional funds to cover the cost of producing the next Newsletter and the postage for mailing postcards. Ben Benham moved to allocate these funds. Les Presmyk seconded the motion. The motion passed.
4. Symposium :
a. Registration
Ray reminded members that the deadline to register

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