March, 2008 Newsletter

Dear Kawartha Cycling Club Members:

Welcome to our first newsletter for 2008. We have several items to review starting with our 2008 Membership Kick-off evening!

Kick-off Evening

You are invited to join the new executive for a KCC Kick-off evening at Spokes for Folks (30
North Street, Cambray) on March 29th from 7-9 p.m. We’ll have a selection of beverages and snacks available to enjoy while meeting with fellow riders and reviewing our 2008 programs and events. This will also be a great time to renew your membership (forms will be available) and get a preview of (and a chance to order) our newly designed Club Jerseys and shorts (more below).

The Benefits of Membership

A quick reminder of what the club has to offer. Our organized rides are flexible and able to suit the needs of our members. We can add programs and events to suit the membership depending on interest level.

Our experienced members -share their advice and expertise
You are insured, allowing participation in club events.
By joining you also become an Ontario Cycling Association (OCA) member
Local Bike Stores -offer discounts to KCC Members and OAC members also enjoy discounts at several Ontario businesses.
The Tuesday Nighters -summer time trials , Aussie pursuit and spin classes in winter
Wednesday Youth Development and Youth Race Participation program
The KCC Freewheelers -pleasurable weekly bike tours every Wednesday morning with one or two away tours planned for each season.
The KCC Over The Hill Wheelers -mid-week and Sunday rides – also organized away trips.
The KCC Easy Riders -scheduled moderate distance rides on Mondays at an easy pace.
Women’s Saturday Morning ride (tentative depending on interest)
Introductory Skills Development Program (by appointment)
Deb Craven will continue this excellent program for novice riders. If you are new to riding or know of folks that would be interested please have them contact Deb at spokesforfolks@amtelecom.net.
Social and charitable events

Membership Fees

Although our costs are increasing this year we have decided to hold the membership fee to $45 for 2008. We are also giving an incentive to join NOW. Until April 15 we are offering a reduced fee of $40! Check out our web page to download the form and take advantage of this early bird saving or join us at the March 22nd Kick-off evening where all the forms will be available.

KCC Jerseys and shorts

We have redesigned our club Jerseys and shorts to incorporate your suggestions. We are certain you’ll appreciate the new design (check it out soon on our website www.kawarthacyclingclub.com). We will be placing stock orders (including women’s shorts!) this year that will significantly increase availability. Come to the Kick-off meeting to view the new
design. We are also offering a $10 per item discount when you order prior to April 15. You can order items by contacting us through the website, at the Kick-off Meeting or through contact with one of the executive.

New Executive Team

The 2008 executive team of volunteers were elected at our December AGM and are:

President: Mike Gorman

Vice-president: Art Hornibrook

Secretary: Deb Craven

Treasurer: Ton Van Nieuwkerk

Tours: Brian Devan

Mountain: Dave Girolametto

Public Relations: Craig Goselin

We will be holding regular meetings. The dates are posted on our website at www.kawarthacyclingclub.com. You are most welcome to submit suggestions to your executive or come to the meetings.

Financial Statement

We have attached our 2007 financial statement for your review. As you can see we are a healthy club with sufficient resources to fully support existing and new programs.

Download it here (PDF)

Sears National Kids Cancer Ride 2008!

Our very own Brian Simpson http://www.kawarthacyclingclub.com/member_profiles/brian_simpson.htm will be riding across Canada in the Sears National Kids Cancer Ride. For more information check out http://www.NationalKidsCancerRide.com This is an incredible journey and Brian is looking for donations. You can donate now at http://my.e2rm.com/personalPage.aspx?SID=1699360 or contact Brian at brian.simpson@cogeco.ca for more information.

That's all for now but we will keep you up to date as we approach our cycling season. The executive looks forward to meeting you at the Kick-off Evening. Happy Cycling

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