October 2015 Newsletter Issue in PDF

Raleigh Ski and Outing Club
www.raleighskiandoutingclub.org
CELEBRATING 50 YEARS OF FUN AND ADVENTURE!
VOLUME 50 ISSUE 10
OCTOBER 2015
RSOC CALENDAR
ONGOING
Thursdays
Sundays
OCTOBER
10
OCTOBER PROGRAM
Bike Ride (evenings)
Bike Ride (mornings)
Dinner at The Flying Saucer &
Drag Show & Dancing at
Legends Nightclub
Autumn Party
Hash Run
CSC Fall Convention
17
25
23-25
NOVEMBER
8
Wild Turkey Paddle
DECEMBER
4
Holiday Party
5-12
Steamboat Race/Ski/Ride Camp
JANUARY 2016
16-23
CSC Mt. Bachelor Ski Trip
FEBRUARY/MARCH 2016
6-13
Telluride Ski Trip
2/27-3/5
Salt Lake City Ski Trip
Come on out to our October meeting
for a social to visit with your RSOC
friends and catch up on everyone’s fall
activities, and sign up for upcoming
events you’ll find in this newsletter.
After the meeting, join us for more
socializing at Mac’s Tavern,
1014 Ryan Road, in Cary.
GET YOUR RSOC TEE SHIRTS!
OCTOBER 13th MEETING
REI
1751 Walnut Street, Cary
(corner of Walnut Street and
Buck Jones Road)
ENTER THE STORE, GO RIGHT TO THE
GLASSED-IN ROOM NEXT TO THE CANOE SECTION
MEETING TIME: 7:00-8:45
p.m.
The RSOC Board will meet Tuesday, October 20, 7:00
p.m. at Aladdin’s Eatery, 8201 Brier Creek Parkway,
Suite 107, Raleigh. All members are welcome to
attend this meeting.
RSOC short-sleeve tee shirts with an embroidered logo
are available for only $15! So, contact Jim Bennett at
[email protected] to place your order!
DINNER AT THE FLYING SAUCER
AND DRAG SHOW AND DANCING
AT LEGENDS NIGHTCLUB COMPLEX
Saturday, October 10
#LE1517
Saturday night at the Flying Saucer is
going to be a great time to sit outside
and enjoy the cool air, especially since
their menu includes Shared Plates,
including Saucer Bratzel and Hot
Wings. Their sandwiches such as the
Space Club, the Reuben-esque, and the Turkey Meltdown will
be great ways to enjoy dinner before the show!
Legends is an award winning dance club with the best
lighting and sound in the Raleigh area, an outdoor patio, and a
dedicated game room, all set in a relaxed atmosphere. But we
will also enjoy the music by DJ Joey Billboard Mag Reporter
and the finest female impersonators. So we can see a live
show and then hit the dance floor!
Location: Dinner: Flying Saucer, 328 West Morgan Street,
Raleigh 27601 919/821-7469 http://www.beerknurd.com/
stores/raleigh/
Dancing: Legends Nightclub Complex, 330 West Hargett
Street, 919/831-8888 http://www.legends-club.com
Meeting/start time: 8:00 p.m. for dinner
End time: Late evening
Event fee: Cost of meal and drinks;
Maximum attendees: 15
Guests allowed: 2
Coordinator: Dwen Andrews-Cita 919/624-0762
[email protected]
AUTUMN PARTY
Saturday, October 17
Join us for a Saturday afternoon/evening
full of lots of fun activities and other
surprises! Come out to the home of Anna and Kurt and enjoy
games, such as corn hole, badminton, bingo, poker, and
blackjack. There will also be a dance floor for dancing, or you
can relax by fishing (bring your own gear for catch and
release of bass, crappie, brean and catfish), or sitting around
the bonfire. Bring a pot luck dish to share and a lawn chair.
BYOB, or bring beer or wine to share.
NOTE: Rain date will be Sunday, October 18
Location: 3721 Koomen Lane, Raleigh 27606
Directions: Use GPS to locate Koomen Lane (located three
miles south of REI in Cary where RSOC meetings are held).
Koomen Lane dead ends at an old farm gate. There are three
gravel roads on the other side of the gate. Take the middle
road which veers left. Look for the small rock sign at the
entrance of the gravel road. It has the house number and an
arrow pointing to the right direction. The gravel road is also
lined with crepe myrtle trees and it will dead end at their farm
with a red house. call 919/280-2286 if you can’t find it.
Time: 2:00 p.m. to whenever
Cost: Free to RSOC members and their guests; but, please
RSVP by October 15.
Coordinators: Anna and Kurt Regensburger
[email protected] 919/859-4951 (home)
919/633-8430 (Anna’s cell; not available on day of party)
919/280-2286 (Kurt’s cell)
RSOC HASH RUN
Sunday October 25
THURSDAY EVENING BIKE
BIKE RIDES
IN UMSTEAD STATE PARK
PARK
#AD0905
Join us to cycle through the beautiful
Umstead State Park. This is a great way
to stay in shape. We ride approximately
two hours on mountain or hybrid bikes.
We ride every Thursday (weather
permitting). All riding abilities are
welcome. The rides are usually followed
up with some much needed refreshments
and food at a local dining establishment.
Location: Meet at the North Carolina Museum of Art parking
lot adjacent to Blue Ridge Road, Raleigh.
Meeting time: 5:30 p.m.
Event Fee: No fee; but, please let the coordinator know in
advance if you plan to attend.
Coordinator: Paul Santrock
919/803-3300
[email protected]
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#AD1509
#AD1510
Join us on a real adventure run/walk
during a normally uneventful Sunday
afternoon! A hash run is a running/
walking route marked with flour,
shredded paper, or chalk which you will
follow with rewards like beer, snacks, socializing, and
entertainment. The trail could be through woods,
subdivisions, fields, parks, etc. This will be a real hash run
with the Sir Walters Hash House Harriers. We will have an
easier route for walkers (turkey route) and a more challenging
route (eagles). Our goal is to encourage you to join us again.
Children are not allowed on this activity since it involves
drinking, and there are sometimes crude comments, songs and
other traditions.
Location: Triangle area. See http://www.swh3.com/ for
location and directions, or let coordinators know you are
interested, and we will email you directions prior to the event
Time: Meet at 2:00 p.m.; pack off at 2:30 p.m.
Cost: $5.00 (pay at the hash)
Coordinators: Charlie Kincaid [email protected]
Charlene Flahiff [email protected] 919/401-6476
RSOC October 2015
WILD TURKEY PADDLE
Sunday, November 8 #AD1511
The River: Down-East Blackwater River
— The Black River is our goal by rotation;
but the South, the Northeast Cape Fear,
the Lumber, and Holly Shelter Creek will
be kept in consideration. This is the time
of year to find mistletoe hanging from branches above your
head! Total paddling distance range is estimated 6-10 miles.
Final arrangements by November 2.
PLEASE NOTE: Due to the weather pattern that we have
observed over the past three years, we have moved the date of
the trip forward two weeks. (And, that puts the paddle before
the November meeting.)
Bring your own or rental canoe or kayak, partner, PFD’s, water,
lunch, and flat water paddling experience (or skilled partner).
(The Cleopatra paddling stroke is popular on this trip.) A group
visit to a local fish/steak house for supper is planned, but not
mandatory. No walk-ons please. The trip capacity is limited
and the Coordinator is not difficult to contact. This is a joint
trip with the Carolina Canoe Club.
Meeting Location: We will meet in the morning at the I-40
rest area near Benson, North Carolina.
Start time: 8-9 a.m. (check with Coordinator)
End time: Rarely before dark
Event fee: None
Maximum attendees: 25
Guests (per member) allowed: 3
Coordinator: Paul Mobus 919/847-1770 (home)
919/212-5054 (work)
SUNDAY BIKE RIDES
IN THE TRIANGLE
#AD0906
Join your fellow club members for
biking on various trails and roads in
the Triangle. This is a group ride for
the casual cyclist, and is a great way
to stay in shape. Contact the
Coordinators to have your name added to the e-mail
contact list to receive weekly updates on the cycling route
and time which will vary from week to week. We ride
approximately two hours, and the goal is to ride each Sunday.
The rides are usually followed up with some much needed
refreshments and food at a local dining establishment.
Location: We will ride a different route each Sunday. Please
e-mail the Coordinators and get on the e-mail list for ride/
route information.
Event Fee: No fee; but, please let the coordinator know in
advance if you plan to attend.
Meeting time: Varies based on route and weather
Coordinators: Ernie Braasch [email protected]
Mary Ann Norwood
[email protected]
RSOC October 2015
CRESCENT SKI COUNCIL
2015 FALL LEADERSHIP
& TRAINING CONFERENCE
Friday-Sunday, October 23-25
THIS IS A CSC EVENT. YOU MUST BE A MEMBER
OF A CSC CLUB — SUCH AS RSOC — TO ATTEND.
WHERE: Glenstone Lodge, 504 Historic Nature Trail,
Gatlinburg, Tennessee. Toll free 800-362-9522 or 865436-9361 (not toll free). $88 per night (excluding taxes)
per room, 1-4 people per room. Call and make your own
reservations – be sure to say you are with the Crescent
Ski Council Conference to get the special room rate.
Rooms have a king bed or two queen beds. You can stay
from Thursday, October 22 thru Monday, October 26, at
the same low rate if you wish to enjoy the Smokies more.
AMENITIES: Indoor pool with waterfall/whirlpool, WI-FI
thru-out; in-room coffee-makers, refrigerators in many
rooms; pavilion on LeConte Creek. Best buffet Smokey
Mountain Breakfast in town with made-to-order waffles/
omelets; includes coffee/tea/juice. (Cost not included).
COST: FREE when you come to have fun and take
advantage of the learning opportunities. Workshops are
included. Lunch are on your own.
FUN STUFF: Hike in the Smokies on Saturday. Hosted
and guided by Tom Cressler, Knoxville Ski & Outing
Club. Indicate how many wish to participate for planning
purposes. Hikers will meet about 10 a.m. in the
Glenstone Lobby, and return about 3 pm. Pack your
drinks and a lunch.
Saturday Night Halloween Costume Party. Judging
will be at the party. $25 includes a full dinner, DJ and
dancing, and keg/wine tickets.
DEADLINES: Hotel Registration: Wednesday, September
30. (No guarantee of room availability after this date).
Cancellations must be made 72 hours prior to arrival date
to prevent being charged for first night’s room/tax.
Conference & Saturday Party Registration: October 9
SCHEDULE OF ACTIVITIES:
Friday, October 23: 3:00 pm
Hotel Check-in
3:00 – 5:00 pm Executive Committee Meeting
4:00 – 6:00 pm Conference Registration
6:00 – ?
Dinner on your own
Saturday, October 24:
6:30 – 9:00 am Buffet Breakfast, Patio Restaurant
8:30 – 11:00 am Administrative Meeting
8:30 – 2:30 pm Committee Meetings
10:00 am – 3:00 pm Hike in the Smokies (see above)
Lunch on your own (Committees, please break accordingly)
3:00 pm until Party
Shopping in Gatlinburg, free time,
indoor pool, relaxing, getting ready to PARTY!!!
6:30 – 11:00 pm **(optional event) Halloween Dinner ($25;
7 pm), Dance & Costume Party (8 pm) with cash bar.
Sunday, October 25:
8:00 – 9:00 am Breakfast Buffet
9:00 am
CSC Fall Board Meeting
11:00 am
Hotel Checkout
Coordinator: Jim Bennett 919/362-9729
[email protected]
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RSOC October 2015
Many thanks to Vicki Fels, Alicen Cisco, Paulette
Walters and Jackie Finckenor for providing the photos.
PLEASE CONTACT THE CLEMMENSENS AT
[email protected] IF YOU’D LIKE A
COPY OF THE GROUP PHOTO.
It was a perfect, sunny day for
125 Buffett Concertless
partygoers (a record!) to enjoy
their journey to the shrine of the
parrot god, good friendship, and
much laughter. Thanks to all who
attended for making the party
such a wonderful time, and for
their contributions totaling $520
for the party’s charity, The
Umstead Coalition.
September 19, 2015
Jimmy Buffett
Concertless
Tailgate Party #9
ANNUAL HOLIDAY PARTY STEAMBOAT RACE/SKI/RIDE CAMP
Friday, December 4
#LE1518
This year's Annual Holiday Party
will be held at the North Raleigh
Hilton. This semi-formal affair
features a DJ, hors d'oeuvres and
plenty of dancing. The price of
admission will include two drink
tickets. Make your plans now to
join in the fun!
As we have done for many years, donations will be collected
for the Salvation Army at the door. Please bring your
unwrapped toy or monetary donation to the door.
Location: North Raleigh Hilton, 3415 Wake Forest Road,
Raleigh
Start time: 7:00 p.m.
End time: Midnight
Event fee: $25.00 RSOC members signing up through
October 15
$30.00 RSOC members signing up between October 15
through November 29
$35.00 RSOC members signing up after November 29
Non-members add $25.00 to the above prices
Coordinator: Charlie Kincaid
919/401-6476 [email protected]
JOIN THE RSOC
FACEBOOK LINK!
RSOCers,
What is the best way to keep in touch with all your
RSOC friends? Facebook! We have our own
Facebook page; so, please join the group and keep up
to date with the upcoming events and postings from
your RSOC friends.
https://www.facebook.com/groups/356581534912/
Have you thought about . . .
all the benefits that being a member of
the RSOC provides to you, including:
♦ Invitation to members-only events.
♦ Discounted member price on trips and outings
♦ Ability to participate in any trips offered by
other Crescent Ski Council clubs
♦ Ski and snowboard on the Race Team
♦ RSOC sticker
♦ Club discounts with ski/snowboard vendors (i.e.
Alpine Ski Center, National Ski
Federation)
RSOC October 2015
December 5-12
#SK1504
This trip is set-up as a race
camp/ski school program, and
everyone is encouraged to
participate. Past participants
can attest to the benefit of this
type of program. If you have
never tried it, you should; you
will probably be pleasantly surprised. However, if you desire,
the lesson portion may be deducted. Also, there are other
deducts and adds, especially for teens and children.
SIGN-UP: All applicants must be a member of a Crescent
Ski Council affiliated club (such as RSOC) at the time of the
trip to participate. Everyone must sign up directly with our
travel agent, Sports America Tours (SAT) in Santa Rosa,
California. SAT will require a filled-out and signed
application form with payment is required to be confirmed
onto the trip (see contact info below). If paying by check,
make payable to SAT. Alternatively, online sign-up is
available at: http://www.sportsameria.com/csctrips (Payment
must be received within 15 days of online registration).
SIGN-UP PERIOD: Sign-up period ends November 6 or
when the 400-participant limit is reached, whichever
occurs first. SAT will not accept any form of application for
sign-up after this period.
PACKAGE COST (varies): Ranging from $1,002 to
$1,241, depending on number of occupants). Rates/options
are outlined at the CSC website at: http://www.
crescentskicouncil.org/TripFlyers/Trip_Information_
Steamboat_2015.pdf
The application form can be found at: http://www.crescentski
council.org/TripFlyers/Trip_App_Steamboat_2015.pdf
WHAT'S INCLUDED:
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Seven nights’ lodging at The Lodge @ Steamboa t
Six-day lift ticket
Five full days of lessons including a NASTAR or “CSC
Format” race
Three lunches (Mon. Wed., Fri.)
Welcome wine and cheese party
Keg party
Western BBQ dinner
Awards banquet with door prizes
Free shuttle bus service
Ski socks (pending sponsorship)
WHAT NOT INCLUDED:
3% credit card fee charged by SAT (if credit card is used)
Airfare (SAT will handle for you if you wish)
Ground transportation (SAT has bus/rental car options)
Trip insurance (available from SAT at 7% total trip cost)
Other meals not specifically listed
Equipment rentals (special CSC discount available at
Christy Sports)
QUESTIONS: Travel Agent: Sports America Tours, Sara
Clemons, 141 Stony Circle, Suite 155, Santa Rosa CA 95401;
800/876-8551 or 707/575-7547, ext. 125; fax 707/575-7624;
[email protected]. Steamboat Trip Leader: Cathie
Mulgrew.
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TELLURIDE, COLORADO, SKI TRIP
February 6-13, 2016
SALT LAKE CITY, UTAH, SKI TRIP
#SK1601
THIS TRIP IS FULL. HOWEVER, PLEASE CONTACT THE
COORDINATOR IF YOU WOULD LIKE YOUR NAME PUT
ON A WAITING LIST.
Come with us to magical Telluride,
voted #1 top-ranked ski resort in
Colorado for three years in a row by
Ski Magazine. The town is a former
silver mining camp on the San
Miguel River in the western San
Juan Mountains. Telluride sits in a box canyon. Steep forested
mountains and cliffs surround it, with Bridal Veil Falls at the
head of the canyon. The Riverside condominiums are aptly
named for their proximity to the river trail along the San
Miguel River. The free gondola connecting Telluride to
Mountain Village, the ski lifts, and the fine dining and
restaurants along Main Street are only a two blocks away.
Your package includes:
♦ Seven nights lodging at Riverside Condos (two-bedroom
condos in town, two blocks from the gondola)
♦ All taxes
♦ Ski in and two blocks to gondola out
♦ Five-day lift ticket ($315.00 less non skier)
♦ Round trip airport Montrose ($81.00 less airport bus)
♦ Round trip air from Raleigh to Montrose
Trip Cost: $1,739
Guest Fee: Additional $50
Cancellation Fee: $50 plus tour operator fees; full amount
after September 15
Payment Schedule: Initial Payment: $500 August 11
Second Payment: $500 September 8
Final Payment: Balance October 13
Pay at the monthly club meeting, or send your check (payable
to “RSOC”) to: Alicen Cisco, 39 Willow Bridge Drive,
Durham, NC 27707
Number of Spaces: 32 (This trip will not be expanded)
Coordinator: Alicen Cisco 919/489-6271
[email protected]
February 27-March 5, 2016
#SK1602
THIS TRIP IS FULL. HOWEVER, PLEASE CONTACT THE
COORDINATOR IF YOU WOULD LIKE YOUR NAME PUT
ON A WAITING LIST.
Join your RSOC ski friends at Salt
Lake City, Utah, and the
Cottonwood Canyons for seven
days of exciting skiing and
sightseeing. The ski resorts are
known for their deep, light powder
with acres of slopes for all skiers
from beginners to experts.
We’ll stay at the Crystal Inn which offers an indoor pool,
jacuzzi and sauna, microwave, refrigerator. The hotel is
located in Murray near the base of Cottonwood Canyons
approximately 20 minutes to the ski resorts. There is a free
public shuttle bus next to the hotel to ski resorts.
Your package includes:
♦ Seven nights lodging
♦ Five-day lift ticket to four ski areas — Snowbird
w/tram, Alta, Brighton, and Solitude ($304.00 less
non skier)
♦ Round trip air from Raleigh to Salt Lake City
♦ Includes free public shuttles to four ski areas
♦ Hot buffet breakfast daily
♦ Light dinner daily
Trip Cost: $1,346
Guest Fee: Additional $50
Cancellation Fee: $50 plus tour operator fees; full amount
after October 13
Payment Schedule: Initial Payment: $500 August 11
Second Payment: $500 September 1
Final Payment: Balance October 13
Pay at the monthly club meeting, or send your check (payable
to “RSOC”) to: Charlie Kincaid, 3632 Manford Drive,
Durham, NC 27707
Coordinator: Charlie Kincaid 919/401-6476
[email protected]
MOUNT BACHELOR, OREGON, SKI TRIP
SPONSORED BY CRESCENT SKI COUNCIL
January 16-23, 2016 #SK1603
Join skiers from all Crescent Ski Council clubs on this weeklong ski trip at Mt. Bachelor. The CSC has planned numerous
activities and parties throughout the week, and you can also
enjoy the many amenities offered at Mt. Bachelor.
SIGN-UP: All applicants must be a member of a Crescent
Ski Council affiliated club (such as RSOC) at the time of the
trip to participate. RSOC members should sign up directly
with the travel agent, Sports America Tours (SAT) in Santa
Rosa, California (contact information below). If paying by
check, make payable to SAT. Alternatively, online sign-up is
available at: http://www.sportsameria.com/csctrips.
PACKAGE COST: $1,030 (hotel); $1,095 (condo) Please
note that these prices are for land only.
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WHAT'S INCLUDED:
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Seven nights’ lodging at Sunriver Resort (condos and
hotels available)
Five-day lift ticket
♦ Welcome reception
On-mountain activities
♦ Apres ski parties
Farewell dinner and dance
♦ Trip souvenirs
Airport transfers (from Portland or Redmond)
WHAT NOT INCLUDED:
♦ 3% credit card fee charged by SAT (if credit card is used)
♦ Airfare (SAT will handle for you if you wish)
QUESTIONS: Travel Agent: Sports America Tours, Sara
Clemons, 141 Stony Circle, Suite 155, Santa Rosa CA 95401;
800/876-8551 or 707/575-7547, ext. 125; fax 707/575-7624;
[email protected].
RSOC October 2015
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
OFFICERS
Charlie Kincaid, President
Shirley Clemmensen, Secretary
Paul Santrock, Treasurer
INTERNAL AFFAIRS
Open, Data Processing
Sharyn Kloster, Membership
Open, Programs
Andy Saliby, Publicity
Shirley Clemmensen, Newsletter
Open, Community Service
Jim Bennett, Skiing Vice President
SKIING DIRECTORS
Open, Overnight Trips
John Christensen, Racing
Open, Crescent Ski Council Rep
Open, Ski School
Charlene Flahiff, Outings V.P.
OUTINGS DIRECTORS
Open Hiking/Backpacking
Dwen Andrews-Cita, Locals
Open Adventures
Open, Boating
Open, Canoe/Kayak
919 401-6476
919 683-5552
919 803-3300
919 481-3963
919 380-9204
919 683-5552
919 362-9729
919 844-6320
919 401-6476
919 606-8458
IMPORTANT RENEWAL NOTICE!
Renewing your membership online requires you to renew
within a window of time around your expiration date. If
you have to renew after this window, you will need to
send a check to the RSOC post office box, or bring a
check to the RSOC meeting. Also, please ensure that you
keep your data and email address current on the website.
Click on “Member Area”, logon and if this is the first
time your login name and password will be your first
initial and last name (example: John Doe would be
“jdoe”). After login in, clock on “My Info” to check your
data. You can change your password at this point.
—Sharyn Kloster, Membership Director
CHANGE OF ADDRESS, EMAIL,
PHONE, OR NAME?
Login to the ‘Member Area’ and select ‘My Info’ to
change your Address, Phone Number, Email or Name. It
is important to keep your personal data up to date because
this what we use for mailings and email notifications.
OR submit in writing to:
RSOC Data Processing
Member Info. Correction
4721 Treadstone Court, Raleigh, NC 276016-0717
RSOC October 2015
RALEIGH SKI AND OUTING CLUB
APPLICATION FOR MEMBERSHIP
(If you renew online after your membership has expired, yours
will be considered a “new” membership.)
Name(s) __________________________________________
Address __________________________________________
City _____________________________________________
State/Zip _________________________________________
Phone home________________ work___________________
____New Member ____Renewal
email address______________________________________
Spouse email_______________________________________
How did you heard about us___________________________
Membership category and annual membership fee:
____ Individual $40 (renewal $35)
____ Single with children under 18 $40 (renewal $35)
____ Married couple with children under 18 $60 (renewal $55)
____ Married couple without children $60 (renewal $55)
____ Fulltime College Student under 30 years $25 (renewal $20)
Please note: Payments must accompany application (no cash,
checks only please, or join/renew on the web
[www.raleighskiandoutingclub.org] with credit card.) All
applications must be approved by the Board of Directors.
Payment covers a 12 month membership period. (Payments are
not tax deductible)
I fully realize that RSOC activities involve a risk of personal
injury and property damage, and I do hereby agree to assume all
risk of any injury, damage, or loss of my person or property. And
I do hereby for myself, my heirs, executors, and administrators,
waive and release any claims or rights against the Raleigh Ski
and Outing Club, Inc., and all of its officers, directors and
coordinators for any and all injury, damage , or loss to my
person and property incurred during these activities.
If my application is approved, I hereby agree to abide by the
Bylaws and Policies of Raleigh Ski and Outing Club Inc.
Signature_________________________________________
Date_____________________________________________
Spouse’s signature__________________________________
Date_____________________________________________
Names and ages of children (single parent and full family
memberships) _____________________________________
_________________________________________________
All adult members must sign. If under 18 years of age, signature
of parent or guardian is required.
Send mailed membership applications to:
Sharyn Kloster
RSOC Membership Director
613 Aylestone Drive
Cary, NC 27519
Or, if applying online with credit card: www.RSOC.club
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