Welcome back to the Outdoor Adventure Series podcast. We're back at the Newberry Springs Senior / Family Center—home to the Newberry Springs Chamber of Commerce, and chatting with Ronnie Shaw, Director, and Karla Claus, Vice President, of the Chamber. They share the vibrant history, community pride, and behind-the-scenes stories that make Newberry Springs a must-visit destination along Route 66. Whether you’re a road trip enthusiast, a festival lover, or just curious about hidden gems in America’s heartland, this episode promises inspiration and a taste of all things Newberry Springs.DISCUSSIONIntroduction of Ronnie Shaw, director, and Karla Claus, vice president of the Newberry Springs Chamber of CommerceBackgrounds and Roles of the GuestsRonnie's history in Newberry Springs since 1993, and inspiration from Treasurer Rose BeardshearKarla's role as vice president - Coordinating festivals and performing volunteer duties, participating in outreach activities, and representing the Chamber at local eventsVisitor Experience and Common InquiriesMaps and information for hiking and travelAirbnb's recommendations to visit the Chamber and the local cafeMerchandising: T-shirts, water bottles, and local pistachios availableSignature Community EventsThe annual Newberry Springs Pistachio FestivalHeld on the first Saturday in NovemberApproximately 27–30 years runningRoute 66 Centennial, including a birthday bash and car show in MayLeadership Structure of the ChamberPresident: Renee KaminskyVice President: Karla ClausDirector: Ronnie ShawDirector: Keller HortonSecretary: Diane Yoder Bubier Treasurer: Rose Beardshear Volunteerism and Community SupportReliance on volunteers for organizing events like the Pistachio FestivalAmerican Legion’s involvement in festival operationsLEARN MORETo learn about Newberry Springs, CA, the Route 66 Big Birthday Bash, the Pistachio Festival, and much more, visit the Newberry Springs Chamber of Commerce at https://newberryspringschamber.com/, https://discovernewberrysprings.com, or on these social sites:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NewberrySpringsChamberInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/nbsp_chamberofcommerce/NEXT STEPSVisit us at https://outdooradventureseries.com to like, comment, and share our episodes.KEYWORDSNewberry Springs Chamber of Commerce, Route 66 Centennial, Pistachio Festival, Outdoor Adventure Series, Podcast Interview#NewberrySpringsChamberofCommerce #Route66Centennial #PistachioFestival #OutdoorAdventureSeries #PodcastInterviewMy Favorite Podcast Tools:  Production by DescriptHosting BuzzsproutShow Notes by CastmagicWebsite powered by PodpageBe a Podcast Guest by PodMatchBanner Customization by Nano Banana & Canva