Meeting Minutes 9/29/15

Hello Sexy PSOCers,
Last night we met and had fun discussing events and viewing submissions for the photo contest. You should have been there, man!
 

TRIP REPORTS

          Canning – Groups of PSOC members hit the streets fundraising for THON. They raised over 3000 dollars, and experienced lots of lasagna, pets, and a real live power ranger.
          Rothrockin’ – This non-PSOC day hike took pace in the more southerly reaches of our local state forest. 13 peeps enjoyed vistas, rocks, giant spiders, and climbing a sketchy fire tower.

PHOTO CONTEST WINNERS

All of the photos are up on the Facebook Page. Link to photo album here.
          1st Place – Ian Van Sant
          2nd Place – Jesse Bolind
3rd Place – Logan DeMarcus
If you’re one of those three people, contact Aaron Fleishman (ajf200@psu.edu) to claim your prize. Thank you to everyone for participating, and thanks to our PSOC Alumni judges for helping out: Christina Spohn, Shaina Melnick, Bryant Foster, and Rachel Hoh. Keep your lenses uncapped. We’ll be doing another photo contest later this semester.
UPCOMING TRIPS
          Mount Marcy – 10/2-4 – If you’re climbing to New York State’s highest point this weekend, you already know who you are. Good luck and watch out for forest fires!
          Cherry Springs – 10/16-17 – This overnight stargazing trip is coming up in two weeks. Email me at bsv5021@psu.edu to get put on the waitlist.
          West Rim Trail – 11/6-8 – Ricky Waltz will be leading a trip on this meandering 30 mile loop. This “sister trail” to the Black Forest Trail has many gorgeous views of the Pine Creek Gorge (aka the PA Grand Canyon). Email rww5344@psu.edu to get put on the waitlist, they are especially in need of drivers!
          Canoe Division – Weekly whitewater practices have been going out on Spring Creek and pool sessions have been scheduled. If interested, email Aaron (ajf200@psu.edu).
 
UPCOMING EVENTS
          Extreme Stater – 10/18 – Registration is open until 10/2 for Penn State’s very own adventure race, hosted at Stone Valley Recreation Area. Do it for the fun, or do it for the glory! More info here

          Outreach at Local Elementary School – TBD – We got a request from the organizer of the after-school program at Ferguson Township Elementary School to come in and talk to her students about Outing Club, outdoor activities, hiking, backpacking, kayaking, conservation, etc, and just get them excited about the great outdoors. I’m looking for 3-5 more members who would be interested in helping out with this. It would likely be on an a Friday afternoon in next few weeks from 4pm-5pm. Email Aaron Fleishman if interested (ajf200@psu.edu)

          Fall Expo 2015 – 10/17 10am-6pm – Appalachian Outdoors will be hosting many events — raffles, give-aways, and information stations hosted by local community groups. This year’s Fall Expo coincides with the Downtown State College Fall Festival and Penn State Parents Weekend. Refreshments and food will be provided for your enjoyment. Looking for any Outing Club members who might want to share in manning a PSOC information and demonstration table for the day. Registration is due by October 10, if there is interest.
          Black Mo Monster Hunt – 10/3 – 11:30am-3pm – This seasonal scavenger hunt leads you on a wet and wild race around Black Moshannon State park. As you visit stations and complete challenges, your next checkpoints will be revealed through puzzling clues. Awards will be given to the first place in the 10 K run, 10 K mountain bike, 5 K run, and best costume. Cost: $20 + $2.50 SignUp Fee. Register online by 10/2 at 3pm: https://runsignup.com/Race/PA/Philipsburg/MonsterHuntRace
         Opportunity to Join Appalachian Trail Advisory Board – The Appalachian Trail Conservancy, the organization that protects the Appalachian Trail, is seeking young leaders to share their experience and make a difference protecting the world’s greatest long distance Trail.  We are looking for young professionals, committed to increasing diversity and inclusive support to the management and use of the Appalachian Trail. In the link below are details about the Counciland an application. The deadline to apply is October 20th! . Please direct questions to Julie Judkins jjudkins@appalachiantrail.org. Apply here: http://pnts.org/new/job/atc-next-generation-advisory-board-member/ 
          
ANNOUNCEMENTS
          Check out the PSOC Instagram account @psuoutingclub. Hashtag photos #psoc to get featured!
          Check out the collaborative spotify playlist. Perfect music to get you pumped on a drive out to the woods! http://sptfy.com/psoc
          Check out our facebook group!
 

PAPERWORK

Membership!
If you want to become an official member, please come to the next meeting with a completed participation agreement (in pen), and club dues in cash ($30 for year, $20 for one semester). All members must have health insurance, but are no longer required to ! provide proof.
Benefits of membership include:
– being able to go on trips
– free gear rental from Penn State Adventure Recreation
– 10% discount at Appalachian Outdoors
– discounted Rock Climbing at the State College YMCA
– being irresistibly attractive
– being involved in a community of outdoors-people at Penn State!
Safety Officers
          – Provide scanned copies of your certifications for CPR/AED and First Aid. Certifications are only accepted from the American Red Cross, American Heart Association, and the Emergency Care and Safety Institute.
          – Complete Safety Officer Form

 

Drivers
          – Complete Vehicle Authorization Form
          – Submit and print the Vehicle Authorization Form and have it signed by the vehicle owner (whoever’s name is on the registration)
          – Provide scanned copies of your up-to-date Vehicle Registration, Auto Insurance, and Driver’s License
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