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Mid America Thunderbird
Club
of Iowa
"The
opportunity to enjoy the company of friends, new and old,
and that special bond that brings us together,
Thunderbirds"!!!! |
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About Our Club
The Mid America Thunderbird Club of Iowa was founded in
the early 1980's by a group of people who had a common interest
--- old cars in general, and Thunderbirds is particular. Our
club covers the state of Iowa, and we have members from many
areas of the state.
Our Club is all about
enjoying the company of friends, new and old, and enjoying our
common bond, "Our Thunderbirds". We are a family group.
We are NOT just a bunch of guys standing around with their heads
under the hoods of our cars. But our members are very helpful in
sharing information, trouble shooting problems, and finding
those hard to find parts.
Members also
enjoy the social events scheduled throughout the year.
Club Meetings
and Events
 The
club has two regularly scheduled meetings a year. An annual
meeting/lunch usually the third weekend in April and an annual
Fall Picnic/Show
the last weekend in August in Grinnell.
In the past we have
scheduled a tour of a
winery, tours of museums, joint meetings with other clubs,
Valentine Dinner, events at the Madison County Bridges, the John
Wayne birthplace, the Amana Colonies and the National Sprint Car
Hall of Fame and Museum in Knoxville. For several years we had
joint meetings in the Clear Lake area with the Minnesota
Thunderbird Club and a
joint meeting with a Kansas City Club.
Recent events have
included trips/tours Seven Oaks recreational area near Boone and
a luncheon tour of the vintage automobiles at the State
Historical Society.
Each year
the club plans 3-5 special events, socials, tours or rallies. Club
members are encouraged to host a coffee or ice cream social in
their local community.
To learn more about recent events check out our photo pages of this website.
The club
publishes a newsletter six times a year—The
Birdfeeder. The newsletter features stories
and photos about recent events, features about Thunderbirds,
member cars, history and a buy/sell column.
Club Project
The Mid America Thunderbird Club has established a CLUB
SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM in cooperation with the Automotive
Student Service Educational Training Program (ASSET).
Co-sponsors are the Des Moines Area Community College (DMACC)
and the Ford Motor Company.
The Ford ASSET program is a two-year automotive program
designed to upgrade the technical competence and professional
level for careers as a Ford dealership technician.
The curriculum, designed by Ford Motor Company and DMACC,
leads to the associate degree in Automotive Technology and Ford
Technician Training Certifications. The program involves
classroom lecture, laboratory experience and dealership work
experience.
The club goal is to award a $1,000 scholarship each year.
(Total cost to the student for the program is $10,500)
To be eligible for the ASSET Program, applicants must:
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Be 18 years or older
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Be a high school graduate or equivalent
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Be able to meet the school’s ASSET admission and academic
requirements
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Be sponsored by a Ford dealer
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Hold a valid drivers’ license
The Thunderbird Club also requires:
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Applicant will be an Iowan
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Have a financial need
Affiliations
The Mid America
Thunderbird Club of Iowa is a affiliated with the Vintage
Thunderbird Club International (VTCI)
and the International
Thunderbird Club (ITC). As a chapter of both
international organizations our club members receive valuable
services and technical assistance. Both clubs provide
opportunities to attend many regional conventions, concours
shows and annual international conventions throughout North
America each year. ITC and VTCI have outstanding bi-monthly
magazines—Thunderbird Script and Thunderbird
Scoop. We have members who attend the regional and
international shows. The rest of us enjoy driving and tinkering
with our cars and look for an excuse to drive them somewhere.
A
Vintage Thunderbird Club International Affiliate
The Mid America Thunderbird Club of Iowa is affiliated
with the Vintage Thunderbird Club International (VTCI) who began
as a club promoting Thunderbirds from 1958 to 1966. Their focus
has since changed and now encompasses all Thunderbirds from the
1955 to present. Mid America Thunderbird Club of Iowa is also affiliated
with the Heartland Vintage Thunderbird Club of America. HVTCA
focus' on the the 1958 -1971 Thunderbirds.
How
to Become a Member
Becoming a member of Mid America Thunderbird Club of
Iowa is very easy.
Our dues are just $10.00 per year and
can be mailed to the address listed below.
If you have questions
or want more information, just drop us an email and we'll
contact you as soon as possible.
As always, we
appreciate your input and comments.
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Mid America
Thunderbird Club of Iowa
4323 Grand Ave. #212
Des Moines, IA 50312
515-279-6065
whjackson@att.net
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