PURPOSE: The Fun, Fit and Over Fifty Club (FFOFC) is a group of aging, but not aged, folks who enjoy the fun of being outdoors and being active. This provides companionship and exercise to prevent us from becoming sedentary as we grow older. We organize outings and events which fit our interest and activity levels to facilitate these goals. Most of the events are during the week where crowds are minimal and costs are lower, however there is increasing demand to schedule some events on the weekends to accomodate those members who have not yet retired.
MEMBERSHIP: The FFOFC is a recently formed non profit corporation which received its Articles of Incorporation on November 20, 2003. We are soliciting new members. To obtain a Membership Application and our most recent Newsletter or information click on the E-Mail button on the right or contact any of the Officers listed below, or just download and print out a copy, (see the Home page). Membership costs $35 per couple or $20 per individual per year. All dues are renewable on Jan. 1. If you join after September 30 your dues will apply to the following year. Our membership fees are very low because we depend on volunteers to manage the Club and lead events. If you join, sometimes you will be requested to contribute a little time and/or your skills.
501(c)(3) ORGANIZATION: FFOFC has applied to the IRS for tax exempt status and has been notified that as of November 17, 2004 the club qualifies as an Exempt Organization. Contributions to FFOFC are deductible under section 170 of the Internal Revenue Code.
STANDING COMMITTEES: We use Standing Committees to plan, schedule and lead our events. These committees are:
- FOOT SPORTS (hiking, x-country skiing, snow shoeing)
- WHEEL SPORTS (road and mountain biking, rollerblading)
- WATER SPORTS (Canoeing/Kayaking, raftting, boating, sailing)
- ALPINE SKIING (Mission Ridge ski bus and other ski trips)
- SOCIAL/INTELLECTUAL ACTIVITIES (Presentations, social gatherings, etc.
- CAMPING/FIELD AND STREAM (Camping, RVing, fishing, hunting, archery, etc.)
- PUBLICITY/PROMOTION (Publicizing and promoting the club, merchant discounts)
- TRAVEL (International and national out of town trips)
- BALL SPORTS (Tennis, golf, volleyball, etc.)
OFFICERS & BOARD MEMBERS
PRESIDENT |
Jim Hunter |
588-6508 |
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PAST PRESIDENT |
Dave Feller |
627-1568 |
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VICE PRESIDENT |
Dave Harris |
375-4237 |
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TREASURER |
Carol Kerkow |
783-1634 |
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SECRETARY |
Wilma Page |
946-9803 |
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LEGAL ADVISOR |
Don Hogaboam |
531-1480 or 942-1684 |
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WEB MASTER |
Andrew Stevens |
967-9501 |
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NEWSLETTER EDITOR |
Marianne Feller |
531-8516 |
COMMITTEE CHAIRS
Foot Sports Hiking, XC Skiing, Snowshoeing, Local Walks, Ice Skating |
Mary Cooke |
375-0445 |
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Wheel Sports Road & Mountain Biking, Rollerblading |
Becky Bechtold, Rudy Allemann |
545-0301 375-0722 |
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Water Sports Canoeing/Kayaking, etc. |
Dennis Trimble |
727-1359 |
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Alpine Skiing |
Sandy Rowley |
544-8888 |
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Social/Intellectual |
Bev Hunter |
588-6508 |
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Camping/Field & Stream RV/Camping, Fishing, etc. |
Ron Filkowski |
392-1047 |
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Publicity/Promotion |
Wilma Page |
946-9803 |
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Ball Sports Golf, Tennis, Volleyball, Bocce Ball |
Carol Kerkow |
783-1634 |
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Travel |
Dyane Sheide |
628-1049 |
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ACTIVITIES: The activities offered by the Club are many and varied. They are only limited by our member's interest and involvement. During the past year, before incorporating we offered hiking, canoeing/kayaking, road biking, alpine skiing and x.country skiing. We plan to offer more in quantity and variety in the future.
MEETINGS;
Standing Committee Meetings:
Will be announced as they are scheduled
Board of Director's: 2nd Tuesday of each month at 7 PM in the George Grant Construction office at the corner of Gillespie and Railroad Drive in Richland. Thanks to Don Hogaboam for arranging it. All members welcome.
PUBLICITY: John Hunter, the Club's freelance writer publishes articles in the Entertainer occasionally which is displayed at various locations around the Tri Cities. There will be other articles in local media about the Club from time to time.
Help us grow the Club. Personal contact with friends and relatives is the best way. If you need any publicity cards, bookmarks or extra copies of the Newsletter or Membership Applications, please let us know.
We may be scheduling presentations to local organizations during the year. If you know of any club or organization that would like to hear about our Club, let us know and we will schedule a view graph presentation by the President.
MERCHANT DISCOUNTS: The following merchants are offering generous discounts to all FFOFC members. Just show your membership card to qualify. More merchants will be added in the future as we get time to solicit their cooperation. We hope that you patronize our benefactors.
- Richland Bicycles and Fitness Equipment -- 10% for parts and 15% for accessories. 10% for fitness equipment. Discounts on bicycles vary depending on make and model.
- REI -- REI does not offer specific or general discounts however they do award the Club generous Grants on as needed basis, therefore, we hope our members shop at REI to show our appreciation.
- Ariel Gourmet and Gift Shop, -- 617 The Parkway, Richland. 10% off all merchandise (except wine & beer.)
- Scott's Cycle & Sports -- 704 Ely Highway 395, Kennewick and at 110 E Highland in Hermiston. 10% on all parts and accessories; discount on bicycles available but it depends on the make and model purchased.
- Sporthaus Ski/Snowboards, Tennis, Water Skis, Active Sportswear and Other Sporting Equipment -- 326 N. Columbia Blvd., Kennewick.
- The Fitness Center -- Special rates for FFOFC members. Half off registration fee. $25 Single/$40 Couple 547-3725 3807 W. Court St., Pasc
