California Great Outdoors - Special Board Meeting: Director's and Officer's Insurance Coverage
Via Zoom
Tuesday , July 13, 2026, 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
The purpose of this meeting is to review the proposed D&O Insurance coverage, discuss the allocation of costs, and consider any additional proposals related to this matter. To ensure a productive discussion, the agenda will be limited exclusively to D&O Insurance.
All GO Board Members and Chapter Representatives attending this meeting will need to register for this event. All GO members may register this meeting if interested.
A zoom link will be provided upon registration.
If you have any questions, contact Richard Dachman - GO Chair - via email at [email protected]
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GOPS is honored to welcome Tabitha Davies, co-director of Esperanza's Sanctuary: a 501(c)(3) nonprofit animal sanctuary and community hub located in Sky Valley, CA.
The mission of Esperanza's Sanctuary is advancing animal welfare, food sovereignty, regenerative agriculture and environmental education.
Esperanza's Sanctuary is a working farm that rescues, rehabilitates and rehomes farm animals; grows food for distribution and grows native plants and forage crops; all while using sustainable climate-resilient practices.
Please join GOPS for this fascinating and informative conversation with Tabitha as she shares the important and wonderful work of Esperanza's Sanctuary.
This presentation will be held before our monthly Core Group meeting located at:
The LGBTQ Community Center: 1301 North Palm Canyon Dr., Room 3, Floor 3, Palm Springs 92262
Light refreshments will be provided before the presentation.
For questions about the event, contact Jeff C at [email protected]
PLEASE NOTE: DUE TO CAPACITY REQUIREMENTS OF THE ROOM, WE MUST LIMIT THE NUMBER OF ATTENDEES TO 30 PERSONS.
IF THE EVENT IS FULL, PLEASE REGISTER AND YOU WILL BE PUT ON THE WAITLIST. IN MOST CASES THERE ARE CANCELLATIONS PRIOR TO THE EVENT AND WE CAN USUALLY ACCOMMODATE EVERYONE.
GOPS Monthly Core Group Meetings are usually held on the fourth Tuesday of each month starting at 6:30 pm, subject to change due to holidays and conflicting events. Meetings can be attended online via Zoom each month. Meetings are held simultaneously in-person in January, March, May, July, September and November 2026. In-person meetings are held at the Center, 3rd floor Meeting Room 3, 1301 North Palm Canyon Dr., Palm Springs, CA.
Check the event registration details for the date and the particulars of the meeting.
GOPS members can attend by registering for the meeting. For best results in attending via Zoom, plan to use a computer or tablet equipped with a camera and microphone. Information on how to enter the Zoom meeting will be provided to registrants in their Confirmation and Reminder emails.
USC ONE Archives Visit
Saturday Aug 1, 2026 at 10am sharp
Join us for a family friendly day to learn about the history of Great Outdoors from when we began in 1978 to today, including our founders and historical chapters across California and beyond!
Day of Schedule:
10:00am USC One Archive Visit
11:30am Urban Walk through USC Campus (1.1 miles, ~30min)
12:00pm Lunch as group
Potential Urban Walk Information: This hike from the ONE Archive at USC to lunch will all be paved and accessible for all age groups. This urban walk is expected to take 30mins at a generous pace. We will aim to visit the campus statue, Tommy Trojan, for a group photo op!
Parking: USC's ONE Archive has a free private parking lot, so anyone coming directly to the archive will be fine.
Cost: Free
Time Commitment: Plan for approx 3-4 hours
Dogs: No animals allowed.
Health Problems/Allergies: It is the responsibility of participants to carry on their person a record of significant allergies, medications and medical history in the event of a medical emergency. Discuss any medical concerns with a trip leader if you wish.
Tyler Roosden (651.497.1611)
Great Outdoors San Diego EDI Statement
Great Outdoors San Diego and our members enjoy the privilege of using the outdoors for recreation. We strive to include more of our community, especially those historically not included. Please encourage your friends, neighbors, and community members to come out and join us! If something is holding them back, please contact GOSD to explore accommodations including equipment available for lend or sponsorships for events.
Flying Club / Primetimers BBQ
Fire up the grill, let's make some noise, Burgers, dogs, and happy joys! Good food, good friends, a perfect day, Come hang with us, don't delay!
WHEN: Sept 12, 2026 @ TBD WHERE: Goleta Beach Park *Registration is not open at this time. More info to follow...*
Lake Lopez - Arroyo Grande Harvest Festival The Arroyo Grande Harvest Festival is a local favorite event that features everything from entertainment to food, scarecrow and baking contests, games for the kids, movie night, and so much more! This family-friendly event highlights the best of Arroyo Grande and its neighboring communities. When: Sept 24 - 27, 2026 @ TBD *Registration is not open yet at this time. More info to follow...*
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Please make sure that you mark your calendars for the 48th All Chapter Conference and Campout Hosted by GO-SBVC
Dates Friday, October 16 thru Sunday, October 18, 2026 Location TBA
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