Issue 52 - Starfleet Command

STARFLEET
COMMUNICATIONS
Official Newsletter of Starjleet Command
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ISSUE #: 52
JULY, 2001
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Board Reports
Chief of Fleet Operations Report
Hailing Frequencies
Quarterly Officer Recognition
Potential Candidates for Chief of Fleet Operations
FleetTraining Office Report
Fleet of Training Available Tests
SFC Newsletter Cover Contest..
SFC Newsletter Schedule
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FADM Paul A. Sundstrom
PO Box 33565, Indpls, IN 46203-0565
Chief of Fleet Operations
[email protected]
ADM Mark A. Bischoff
65 N. Tremont, Indpls, IN 46222-4243
Deputy Chief of Fleet Operations
[email protected]
ADM Russell Simson
1815 S. Olive St., Indpls, IN 46203-4037
Chief of Records
[email protected]
ADM Andrew Sams
PO Box 356, Carmel, IN 46032
Chief of Personnel
[email protected]
ADM Roseann Packer
2696 N. 300 East, Greenfield, IN 46140
Chief of Staff
[email protected]
ADM Jo Kirby
Chief of Communications
925 N. 13th St., Bismarck, NO 58501-4219 [email protected]
ADM Sandra Sundstrom
PO Box 33565, Indpls, IN 46203-0565
Commandant, Starfleet Academy
[email protected]
Contents Copyright© 2001 by Starfleet Command. Starfleet Command recognizes Paramount Pictures, and its licemees as having sole authority to createprofit from the Star Trek
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Chief of Fleet Operations Report
Greetings, everyone. I hope your summer is going well. In this Issue, I am
unveiling the potential candidates for next years Chief of Fleet Operations
election. Quarterly Officer Recognition continues also.
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The USS Iwo Jima was launched on May 19, 2001. She starts with 23
members, good for 5th largest unit in the Fleet. Not a bad way to get
launched! A sword was presented to the ship commander, CMDR Tony
Hlas, by members of the USS Defiant, also on hand for the commissioning. Also present were members of the USS Brightstar, USS Reliant, USS
Halsey, the Starbase 06 Commander, and several members of the Command Staff Support as well as some of the Admiralty Board.
Please also remember that the SFC Time Capsule Project is nearing the
final deadline of August 12, 2001. All Units are encouraged to submit a
non-breakable, not too large item that represents their group in some way
along with a written either to me at ConGlomeration during the weekend of
August 10-12, 2001, or mail it to me at my Post Office Box shown on the
inside front cover of this Newsletter by that time. All items will be gathered
together and given to FADM Don Dailey, CINC to be maintained until the
Year 2011 (which was the final consensus of the Admiralty Board, by the
way) when the Time Capsule will be opened by whoever is running SFC at
that time. I have spoken to a number of units who indicate that they are
preparing an item for just this purpose. Don't be left out! Even if you have a
small unit, this is your chance to be remembered and also to give yourself
a reason to be around in 10 years for the Reopening Ceremony! Be a part
of SFC History. Contribute to the SFC Time Capsule Project!
FADM Paul A. Sundstrom
Chief of Fleet Operations
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Hailing Frequencies
Greeting fellow Starfleet Command members.
I had hoped to bring you all exclusive pictures and a report regarding the
new Star Trek series, Enterprise. Unfortunately, Paramount will not
release information regarding the series to fan based organizations.
However, prior to the printing of the newsletter, it was released that the July
9th issue of TV Guide will have a cover and articles dedicated to the new
series. I was able to get Paramount to include us in the Promotional Kit.
This means that any promotional information given out to the media, SFC's
Communications will receive a copy at the same time. Hopefully, this will
help us [the Communications Department] bring you up-to-date Star Trek
related material.
Issue 52 is packed with important information you don't want to miss.
Page 6 has a listing of all the Potential Canidates for the 2002 election for
CFO. There is also a very insteresting article from the Fleet Training Office
including a list of available Fleet of Training tests.
Attention graphic and artistic members!! My most difficult job
with this newsletter is deciding what will be on the cover. The last two
cover pictures were donated by my friend at Star Trek: The Experience.
Although he has provided me with great pictures, I can't keep relying on
him for pictures. Therefore, I would like to start a newsletter cover contest.
If you are interested read about the details on page 16.
Finally, I would like to mention to those of you not already aware ...
Starfleet Command has a new online presence. Mike Riley has been
working hard on our new domain name www.starfleet-command.com.
All Admiralty Board staff members have be given new easy to remember
email addresses. (See page 2) For example: instead of remembering
[email protected], now you only have to remember the title, dcoc. Once
you add @starfleet-command.comtothetitle,
and you can reach the
appropriate Admiralty Board staff. Start using the new addresses TODAY.
And, don't forget to stop by the new home of Starfleet Command.
CAPT Kim Huff
Deputy Chief of Communications
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Quarterly Officer Recognition
CMDR Marti Phillips, USS Yorktown
For her innovative methods to help the members utilize their talents and
contribute to the success of the chapter.
LT Barbara A. McCardell, CO, USS Cochrane
For her detailed convention reports & information to prospective members
about Startleet Command
FCAPT Mike Riley
For his work on the new SFC Website
CAPT Kimberly S. Huff
For her work on the new SFC Website
CMDR Miriam R. Lauer, FO, USS Melbourne
CMDR Patricia D. Scott, USS Melbourne
CMDR Arthur L. Lauer, ..Jr.,USS Melbourne
For their untiring contributions to the success of the USS Melbourne
Staff & Unit Chang<!s
COMM Gary A. Bartle has resigned as Chief of Intelligence. CAPT
Terry Remaly has been appointed to fill that position, having vacated his
previous position as Deputy Chief of Security.
CAPT Billie Aldridge, CO of the USS Wa'netbej, in the Starbase 03
region, now has e-mail. He can be reached at
uss [email protected]
I, too, have an additional e-mail address. In addition to my
[email protected],
you can reach me also at [email protected]
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POTENTIAL CANDIDATES FOR CHIEF OF
FLEET OPERATIONS ELECTION IN 2002
The people below are eligible to run for the position of CFO in 2002. This is
not intended as the list of individuals that WILL run, only that they are
eligible to run. Any person with the rank of Captain or higher may nominate
a person from the list below. (This does not include people who are the
"Captain" of their unit who carry the actual rank of Commander or below.)
The! Captains
Name
Rank
Entry Date
Billie G. Aldridge
CAPT
2/15/1992
Stephen Berger
Chris Brinkman
CAPT
CAPT
2/15/1992
CO, USS Wa'netbej
USS Yorktown
11/9/1986
CO, USS Tranquility
Colleen Connelly
CAPT
2/20/1987
CO, USS Farragut
Ambassador
Current Position
Floyd Wayne Cooke
CAPT
6/19/1989
Janet L. Dailey
CAPT
11/15/1983
CINCStaff
Peggy Feldhaus
CAPT
5/31/1994
USS Yorktown
CAPT
CAPT
6/1/1993
Mary Franceschini
Sharon D.Go
1/15/1991
USS Halsey
Ambassador
Fredd Gorham
CAPT
9/10/1990
CO, USS Surek
Dee Horn
CAPT
12/28/1993
CO, USS Quindar
Matthew B. Hudson
CAPT
3/28/1992
CO, Deep Space 99
Kimberly S. Huff
CAPT
12/1/1990
Deputy Chief of
Communications
Ambassador
Ambassador
8/23/1992
3/27/1993
1/25/1985
2/3/1990
USSReliant
12/20/1987
1/13/1990
5/31/1986
9/15/1993
12/28/1993
9/30/1989
9/10/1990
Chief
of
Finance
1/10/1992
CAPT
CO,
CO, USS
USS
Starfire
Melbourne
USS
Warlock
Kip Krueger
First
Officer,
Starbase
Chief,
Chief
of
Space
Intelligence
Activities 06
Brightstar
USS
Halsey
Committee
StarflczcztCommunications
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The Fleet Captains
Name
Rank
Entry Date Current Position
Lisa Barr
FCAPT
3/1/1992
Inspector General
Joseph Campbell
FCAPT
11/15/1987
CO, USS Bishop
Anthony Day
FCAPT
3/28/1992
CO, USS Bismarck
Alice A. Doty
FCAPT
2/4/1987
Drakkus Heath
FCAPT
7/15/1988
Deputy Commandant,
Starfleet Academy
Starbase03
Niles Oscarson
FCAPT
8/20/1992
CO, Starbase 04
Robert W. Ray
Fleet Training Officer
FCAPT
11/4/1988
CO, Starbase 01/
Teresa Remaly
Chief of Fleet Publications
FCAPT
3/27/1993
CO, USS Eagle/
Mike Riley
ValerieJ. Rose
FCAPT
FCAPT
7/31/1993
12/10/1994
Fleet Webmaster
Special Assistant to
3/15/1991
Assist Chief of Staff
Chief of Fleet Operations for Recruiting
Cheryl Webb
FCAPT
12/6/1986
2/8/1986
COMM
3/10/1992
8/8/1987
Ambassador
6/30/1991
7/22/1990
7/12/1989
Starbase03
11/23/1988
2/3/1990
1/2/1990
Current
Rank
Position
CINCStaff
CO,
USS
Yorktown
CO,
Starbase
USS
USS
RelianVChief
Defiant
06,Scientific
Chief
CO,
USSlowa
Deputy
Chief
of
CO,
The Commodores
USS
Halsey
Entry
Date
Amy
G.Ap.
Merritt
James
Wyvern
Henry
McCoy
Name
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The Rear Admirals
Name
Rank Entry Date
Mary A. Bischoff
RADM
9/8/1987
Raymond A. Brown
Rita Howard
RADM
RADM
9/30/1990
CO, USS Halsey
Ambassador
11/16/1986
Ambassador
SK
RADM
1/1/1986
CINCSlaff
RADM
4/1/1988
USSHaisey
Rycharde M. Wey
RADM
Chief of Scientific Research
7/12/1989
Stuart-MacKenzie
Lizette Weaver
Current Position
CO, DSS Centarusl
The Vice Admirals
Name
Rank
Entry Date
Current Position
Jerome D. Eller
VADM
1/2/1990
Deputy Chief of Staff
Lee V. Schmidt
Advocate General
VADM
1/7/1984
Starbase 01 Judge
10/28/1984
7/31/1993
ADM
11/3/1990
12/10/1994
3/18/1987
11/4/1983
Ambassador
Ambassador
12/31/1992
11/20/1985
CINCSlaffADM
Records
Personnel
12/16/1983
11/16/1986
12/31/1990
11/15/1983
Chief
Assistant
of
Chief
of
ComRank
Chief
ofCommunications
Staff
Current
Position
Commandant,
Starfleet
Deputy
Chief
of
Fleet
The Admirals
Entry
Date
Stephen
B. Kinzler
Wayne
Name Chang
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Starfleet Communications.
The Fleet Admirals
Name
Rank
Entry Date
Current Position
Donald H. Dailey
FADM
10/1/1974
Commander-In-Chief
Paul A. Sundstrom
FADM
12/15/1990
Chief of Fleet Operations
These are the current duties for the position of Chief of Fleet Operations.
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
Receives initial applications & dues
Relays information to appropriate members of the Admiralty Board
Supervises Admiralty Board
Answers questions relating to policy
Sends dues to Chief of Finance
6.
Reports current information to Chief of Communications for inclusion
in Fleet Newsletter
7.
8.
9.
Responds to letters making inquiry about the organization
Schedules at least one Admiralty Board meeting per year
Maintains & updates lists of who is on the Admiralty Board, Command
Staff Support & Starbase Commanders
10. Maintains contact with IRS regarding Tax Exempt status as needed
11. Chairs Admiralty Board meetings
12. Chooses SFC Officers of the Month & recipients of Quarterly Officer
Recognition.
The Top Ten SFC Units
Unit Name
Members
Commanding Officer
1) USS Halsey
49
RADM Mary A. Bischoff
2) USS Defiant
35
3) USS Yorktown
33
COMM Gary A. Bartle
COMM Christina F. Boehm
4) USS Bismarck
29
FCAPT Anthony Day
5) USS Iwo Jima
23
CMDR William A. (Tony) Hlas
6) (tie) USS Eagle
19
FCAPTTeresa Remaly
6) (tie) USS New Jersey
19
8) USSAdventure
18
LTCDR Jeremy Mills
LT Janice Sams
9) USS Cochrane
13
LT BarbaraA. McCardell
10) (tie) USS Searcher
10) (tie) USS Reliant
12
12
COMM Stephen B. Brown
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Report from the
Fleet Training Office
Greetings to the Fleet From The Fleet Training Office:
We've got a few things to discuss, this month, so here's what's going on.
First, congratulations and job well done to COT Mike Jacobs who scored a
96% on the Main Engineering I test. Any Post-Graduate exam passed
with an 88% or better indicates an Expert-level of proficiency in that field,
therefore, COT Jacobs is now considered to be an expert in this field by
the Office of Fleet Training.
The Leadership Development Course is ready to be taken. There is a
$5.00 cost involved in printing, shipping and handling for the course. It's
designed to take no fewer than 6 weeks but, currently, there is no upper
time limit on the course. The course will be shipped within a week of
receipt of funds. At this time, I can only accept money orders for the
course. This may change in the near future, so I will advise if it does. All
money orders should be made out to FCAPT Robert W. Ray. You can
send it to:
FCAPT Robert W. Ray
2268 S. 108th E. Ave
Tulsa, OK 74129
Several people have sent in their money for this course, but have not
received their documentation. I want to assure you that I have received
your funds and your course is on the way. You may even have it before
you read this. I apologize for the delay, but my printer malfunctioned and
would not print clear copies. This will either be resolved by the time you
read this, or is in the process of being resolved. Be assured that other
steps will be taken to make sure the course get to you in a timely manner.
Due to a number of requests for information, here is a list of certifications
currently available from the Fleet Training Office. Each of these certifications is achieved by passing a series of tests at the prescribed levels .
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Helm/Navigator
Psychologist
Power Systems Engineer
Weapons Systems Chief (Engineering)
Damage Control
Transporter Operations Chief
Computer Maintenance
Sensor Systems Repair Technician
Small Craft Maintenance Technician
Psychiatrist
Clinical Nurse
Nurse Administrator
Anesthetist
Medical Lab Services Technician
Security Investigator
More certifications will be available soon. Feel free to contact the Fleet
Training Office with questions.
Well, That's it for this issue. We will try to keep you informed as things
progress.
FCAPT Robert W. Ray
Fleet Training Officer
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Fleet of Training
Available Tests
COMMAND
Federation History
Interstellar Law
Personal Weapons
Tricorders
MEDICAL
First Aid
Diseases
Tricorders
Computers
Sensors
Security I
Alien Physiology
Medical Systems
General Medicene
Pharmacology I
OPERATIONS
Flight Control
Navigation
Shuttlecraft
Vehicle Recognition
Spaceflight Rules
Tricorders
Computers
Sensors
Stellar Features
Power Allocation
Communications
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SECURITYrrACTICS
Weapons Systems
Shuttlecraft
SCIENCES
Computers
Warp Theory
Tricorders
Sensors
Stellar Features
ENGINEERING
Main Engineering I
Ship's Structures
Transporters
Warp Propulsion
Impulse Propulsion
Tricorders
Sensors
Damage Control
Power Allocation
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Starfleet Communications.
Upcoming Conventions
InConJunction - no official meetings scheduled
Location & Dates: Indianapolis, IN, July 13-15, 2001
For more information, go to this website: http://www.inconjunction.org/
ConGlomeration - SFC meeting planned
Location & Dates: Clarksville, IN, August 10-12, 2001
For more information, go to this website: http://members.iglou.com/
Viva, Viva Las Vegas (Slanted Fedora) - no official meeting scheduled
Location & Dates: Las Vegas, Nevada, September 6-9, 2001
For more information, go to this website: htlp://www.sfedora.com
IndyCon (Slanted Fedora) - SFCAnnual General & Awards Meeting
Location & Dates: Indianapolis, IN, November 23-25,2001
For more information, go to this website: http://www.sfedora.com
MAJOR, IF YOU'RE:
BJORN Mlt.ITARY, WHY
00 YOU STRUT AROUND
HERE: IN R£D L.IPSTICK
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Grand Unified Theory
or The Theory of Everything:
Is it really out there?
For more than a decade, research scientists in the discipline of theoretical
physics have been seeking the answer. First came 'String Theory,' a
postulation that the universe consisted of 'tiny' strings from which all things
were derived.
As the postulation went, the strings were but a mere 10 -13 centimeters in
length and vibrated in many different nodes. Each possessed a fixed
energy and therefore [by the laws of quantum mechanics] was to be
considered a particle.
Alas, the theory proved to be far more complicated than the original
problem.
However, a new 'theory' [Duality] is reviving the old 'string theory' in a way
that may yet provide for a 'Theory of Everything'.
In order to understand the new vigor and renaissance that string theory is
enjoying, one must understand the use of the word 'dual'. In essence, a
theory is considered dual if they are apparently 'dissimilar' yet make the
same predictions.
Such first became apparent while physicists were working with quantum
field theories [such theories describe particles as quantum mechanical
waves spread out in space-time].
In one such theory [Quantum Chromodynamics (or QCD)] quarks are
elementary particles denoted by color [a charge much like an electrical
one]. It is this 'color' that binds quarks to each other to form larger,
composite particles such as protons.
Then, of course, there is 'SuperSymmetry'; an idea postulated to suggest
that for every kind of particle that constitutes matter, there is one that
transmits force. Of course, no such examples have yet been found in
nature .
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Alas, yet another snag exists for this theory, and that is the required
existence of a ten dimensional space-time. Yet only the four [the three of
space: height width depth and one of time] are exhibited in the 'real world',
the other six ... ? They are assumed to have 'curled up' so tight that not
even a 'quark' takes notice.
Yet another type of duality [mirror symmetry] was bringing together
different parts of string theory, as well as a theory called 'SuperGravity'.
However, this caused problems of its own. For while strings wiggled around
in ten dimensions, SuperGravity existed in eleven.
Stranger still is the connection being made between the 'strings' and black
holes. To accommodate the mathematics involved, numerous 'massless'
black holes began to 'appear'. This was explained by a 'Phase Transition',
which caused a 'tear' in the 'fabric' of curled space.
To solve this, physicists have opened a new branch of mathematics, called
quantum geometry. Yet for all their efforts, 'The Theory of Everything' is yet
to be found.
Perhaps, it will be. Yet again, perhaps it is something we mere mortals
aren't meant to find?
Respectfully,
RADM. RMWey
COSR: SFS-SFC
Member: General Staff Q1
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SFC Newsletter
Cover Contest
Starfleet Command has many talented members. Well, now is the time to
show off those talents. If you would like to participate, below are some
important rules. If you have any questions, contact Kim Huff at
[email protected].
Contest Rules
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Picture can be drawn by hand, computer generated, digital, or just an
interesting photo that has been scanned.
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All submissions must be of high a resolution for print (at least 170 dpi).
Pictures taken from the web will not print in the qu~lity needed.
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Graphic size can be no larger than 4.5 inches wide by 5.0 inches high.
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Graphics must be Star Trek or Sci-Fi related
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Include your name, email address/phone number, graphic description,
and software used to create the picture, if applicable.
All submissions received by the posted issue due date will be considered
for that issue. Those received after the due date will be considered for the
next issue. If you do not have a scanner, DCOC can scan your item and
return it. Items should be sent to Kim Huff, PO Box 738, Fishers, IN
46038-0738.
CAPT Kim Huff
Deputy Chief of Communications
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SFC Newsletter Schedule
Schedules are nice, but not always possible to stick to. However, to help
those that want to contribute to the SFC Newsletter, below is a schedule
for submissions.
Thanks,
Kim Huff
Deputy Chief of Communications
OCTOBER 2001 ISSUE
August 24th:
September 3rd:
September 10th:
September 17th:
September 21 st:
September 28th:
Article submissions due
Proof is sent to Jo, Paul, and Dee for proofing
Newsletters are sent to the printer for printing
Newsletters are mailed to PreSort Plus for mailing
PreSort Plus receives the Newsletters
Newsletters are mailed by PreSort Plus to SF members
JANUARY 2002 ISSUE
November
December
December
December
December
December
28th**:
3rd:
10th:
17th:
21 st:
28th:
Article submissions due
Proof is sent to Jo, Paul, and Dee for proofing
Newsletters are sent to the printer for printing
Newsletters are mailed to PreSort Plus for mailing
PreSort Plus receives the Newsletters
Newsletters are mailed by PreSort Plus to SF members
APRIL 2002 ISSUE
February 25th:
March 8th:
March 13th:
March 20th:
March 25th:
March 29th:
IStarfleet
Article submissions due
Proof is sent to Jo, Paul and Dee for proofing
Newsletters are sent to the printer for printing
Newsletters are mailed to PreSort Plus for mailing
PreSort Plus receives the Newsletters
Newsletters are mailed by PreSort Plus to SF members
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Inside Issue 53
Report from the USS Adventure regarding their Fan Suite at
the upcoming 2001 Indianapolis Convention.
Details on the Vegas Convention
SEV TI\EK
A CAI\TOON rAI\ODY
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Australian
cartoonist
Cook that satires
John
wOl1h of cartoons,
where
every
keyrings and
bookmarks.
Sev Trek olso
humour competitions
offers special
deals for fan
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updated
shirt ensigns,
constantly running
discussion forums.
clubs interesting
There is a range of Sev Trek
cartoon merchandise
includes
toilets on starships,
Klingoff foreheads
and more.
The Sev Trek web
site is the port of call
for thousands
of Sev
Trekkies doily. It
features hours
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Klingon & Vulcan,
about
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mousepads,
original artwork,
translations into
little aspect of Star
Trek. You'll find
cartoons
contests
you can win signed
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daily and
number
in buying
a
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discounts,
discounted
free or
merchandise
for sale
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site. As
well as the popular
Trek ca,1oan
signed
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can buy T-shirts,
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as prizes at club
meetings).
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club for more
details.
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