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This Newsletter is going to all VRMNC Paid-Up Members.
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MARCH 2026 GENERAL NEWSLETTER
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"All the VRMNC News that's fit to print"
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Message from the President
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We’ve been blessed with some fabulous spring weather and participation in many of our activities has increased. The Tuesday hikers has moved from a winter average of 7 to now 16 members enjoying a “forest bath”. Ramblers is at the same capacity. The addition of Pickleball has seen a big uptake in players. Monthly partner hikes are usually full with 20 or so participants. So why not join in one of activities and enjoy the spring weather?
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You’ll also note in our membership report, over the past few months we’ve had a significant increase in out of Province and International newcomers. Reach out and welcome our new members.
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On a final note, the club is run by volunteers and some executive positions are approaching the end of their three year term. Consider volunteering and giving some time back to the club. The positions don’t require a big time commitment but are essential for the successful operation of the club. So please consider volunteering.
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The VRMNC Mens Club is run by volunteers who serve on the Executive Committee and this year we have a few positions that are completing their 3 year term and need to be filled. So we are calling out for Members who would be willing to serve. We meet about 5 times a year and the positions are not all that time consuming. It’s a fun way to meet others and serve your club.
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A few of the positions we're looking to fill:
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Communications: this involves gathering input from Coordinators and publishing the Newsletter. The process is relatively straight forward and you don’t need to be a creative writer just editing and inserting relevant photos. You’ll get to know the coordinators and really understand all the activities the club offers.
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Logistics support - Speakers Series
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Hugh Stephens does great job in securing top notch speakers for the monthly speakers series. His assistant for Logistical Support is moving on and we need to replace that position. The position is not time consuming involves help setting up the room. Banner, PC Projector & door entry check volunteers. A great benefit is you get to sit at the head table with the speaker so you really get a lot more out of the presentation !!!
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Fellowship Events: based on the Membership Survey there is interest in reinstituting larger Family/ Spousal events that appeal to a broad range of members. The concept would be to create 3 or 4 events a year open to all members to promote our core value and purpose of Fellowship. Ideally having 50 plus attendees.
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For longer term members it might sound like the former "Special Events" but this has a slightly different flavour. It may be a luncheon / reception to honour the season. It might be a summer BBQ event to open to members extended families. The Executive have some ideas for possible events but are open to fresh concepts.
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Basically the volunteer committee would decide on a Fellowship event and organize the logistics. If you like to organize events or have experience in event organization this is a great position for you to help make a difference in the club.
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Membership Report
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Our club continues to attract a steady flow of new members. We have had 9 new members join VRMNC In January. This brings our total membership to 307 paid members as of March 1, 2026.
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Please welcome the following new members who have joined us over the past couple of months:
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Another interesting statistic is Where are the new members are coming from? Since April 1,2025 we have new members from these locations:
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Calgary 11 BC 9 Ontario 5 US 3
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For the new members please feel free to ask any questions you may have about our club by contacting myself at the email address noted below.
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It is also important to take this opportunity to remind our members that for the Club to continue to operate in a manner acceptable to all members, we must be aware and understand our Bylaws. Here is a quick link to the VRMNC Bylaws so you can remain up to date. https://www.vrmnc,ca/bylaws
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Members are also asked to notify the Membership Director (membership@vrmnc.ca) if they are no longer interested in participating in the VRMNC which will allow us to maintain an accurate membership list. If you know of Members that have left the area, please notify the Membership Director.
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In the unfortunate situation where a Member has passed away, please let us know so we may take appropriate actions.
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Activities Updates
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Is there an activity your passionate about that is not part of the current VRMNC activities?
You might consider starting a new group. We're here to help and coach you on how to set up for a new activity.
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AD-HOC PICKLEBALL
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NEW ACTIVITY SIGN-UP
We are a large club scattered across wide Victoria Region, several already playing Pickleball and their partners or want to try/learn, why not have a VRMNC Pickleball Activity?
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1) Members and their partners who also want to learn or play sign up for the Activity Email.
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2) Anyone on email list can book an Ad-Hoc court ie Henderson, or Pearkes or outdoors etc, on any day / time and is that Game's Host.
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3) That Game's Host emails time / location / cost ie $5 pp to ahpickleball@vrmnc.ca which auto-forwards to the group.
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4) Players who want to play reply Just To The Host Yes.
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4) When full, that Game's Host re-emails ahpickleball@vrmnc.ca that full / closed, and lists the players.
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Tennis
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VMNC Tennis has become slowly accustomed to playing Fridays rather than Thursdays as required in our booking contract with Oak Bay. Cost us two of our valued members who were not available Fridays but will soon welcome them back when we are able to move outside. Daylight saving time welcome with earlier start times in better light and warming temperatures and the eventual return of one of our players who lives here in summer and in Capetown during our winters.
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Still welcoming new players to join us in great exercise and interesting coffee breaks following the bi weekly games so call Des at 250-721-1496 if you would like to join in.
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PUB LUNCH
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Pub Lunches are first and third Thursday of month, mark your calendars!
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Pub Lunches usually draw 15 + participants. This is a great way to meet fellow members.
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Next Pub Lunch
THURSDAY MARCH 5 PUB LUNCH:
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Speakers Luncheons
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Our speaker in February was Dr. Ed Nissen, Professor and Canada Research Chair in the School of Earth and Ocean Sciences at UVic. Dr. Nissen spoke on "The Price of Paradise: Cascadia's earthquakes and what they mean for us".
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Ed took us through the geological structure of the region and "Earthquakes 101", explaining the difference between subduction and crustal earthquakes
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and how the Earthquake Magnitude scale works. There is a HUGE difference between a Magnitude 5 and a Magnitude 7 earthquake. Dr. Nissen
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pointed out that the last "big one" on VI occurred on January 26, 1700. Through analysis of sediment layers, scientists have shown that Magnitude 9
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earthquakes occur in this area every 200-500 years. It is not a question of if but when. Prediction is impossible, but probability can be calculated. There is a
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1 in 6 chance of a major earthquake here in the next 50 years. There was also discussion of earthquake preparedness including public building reinforcement
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and what homeowners can do to assess their risk. It was a most enlightening talk.
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Next Speaker: One of our own New Members !!!
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The speaker in March will be Dr. Eric Gorham, a new member of the Club. Eric is Professor Emeritus at Quest University, where he was a founding faculty member and taught political science from 2007 until 2022. Eric has also been a faculty member at Loyola University New Orleans and has taught at Concordia University in Montreal.
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His talk will look at biases in the news media. It will be an analysis of the media going well beyond simple “liberal/conservative” stereotypes; he will argue that there are biases more insidious than ideology that afflict the media. These biases have helped lead to the decline of traditional news media (the so-called “mainstream media”) and the rise of a new kind of news culture (social media, blogging, etc.). Eric will also discuss where to find a variety of reliable news sources and political ideas and will give hints as to how to critically examine political news stories from both mainstream and non-traditional sources.
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The lunch will be on Thursday, March 26 at noon at the Oak Bay Recreation Centre, Sportsview Lounge. Doors open at 1130. Watch for the announcement. Registration via the online announcement is required with a cutoff of the previous Sunday evening.
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Related to the lunches, we require someone willing to help with Luncheon logistics. This primarily involves staffing the registration desk on the day of the event, and perhaps recruiting a helper. The volunteer would also provide back up to our coordinator Hugh Stephens, who arranges the speakers and lunches, on those rare occasions when Hugh is not available. Anyone interested can send Hugh an email at principal@tpconnections.com to learn more about what it entails. If we could get more than one member interested, this would help spread the logistical load. Thanks.
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The e-Bike Brigade
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It’s time to tune up your e-bike for the season.
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If you enjoy riding and the company of others come join us.
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We always stop mid-rides for a pub lunch and a chance for lots of visiting.
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Our first ride of the season is March 9th
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To join our mailing list contact Orlie
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THREE SOCIAL BRIDGE GROUPS
New Members Welcome
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Bridge Group: The Unconventionals.
Our bridge group, The Unconventionals, Continue to get together at a member's home on the second and fourth Thursdays of the month.
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Sometimes we do not have enough for 2 tables but always at least one and the host provides some kind of snack or refreshment.
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We have a number of regular players each of whom would host on a semiannual basis. We also have a number of spares to fill in. We play a very basic bridge but have knowledge of basic conventions.
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We welcome new players either as regulars or as spares
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VRMNC has three social Bridge Clubs: The focus of all three is on the social side of bridge, not the competitive side. New members are welcome in all the groups. Some playing experience is preferred.
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The first group plays on the every Monday afternoon, from 1:30 pm to 4:00 pm .... Coordinator Fred Stepchuk <stepchuk.fred@shaw.ca>
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The second group plays on the every Tuesday evening, from 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm .... Coordinator Bruce Thomson <bthomson99@gmail.com>
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The third group plays on the every "other" Thursday afternoon, from 1:00 pm to 3:30 pm .... Coordinator Dave Nicholds <jdnicholds@gmail.com>
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Keith Beange, Overall VRMNC Bridge Coordinator
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Appy Gang
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The Mathie's hosted the appy event in February. There were some of the classic appies we have come to expect. A memorable one was pigs in a blanket by our fun-loving Frank Gibson. Hopefully, Frank prepares these for a future event as our coordinator missed the event as he was off skiing.
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In March, Greg & Helen Bosecker will be hosting.
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Details soon available soon.
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Tim Allen
Appy Gang & Golf Tournament
Email: aggt@vrmnc.ca
Phone: +1 (416) 540-8782
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Bon Vivants
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A Bulgarian Feast in Honour of Saint Triphon, Patron Saint of Vineyards
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February's Bon Vivant gathering was a richly themed affair, courtesy of host Marcel Mercier. Drawing on a tradition close to his heart, Marcel centred the evening around Saint Triphon — the patron saint of wine growers — whose feast day falls in early February. During his years in the wine business, Marcel made a point of marking Saint Triphon's Day each year with a special dinner and a small ceremony in his vineyard. The ritual included a heartfelt speech of thanks to the saint for a good harvest and — appropriately — an offering of wine to the very vines that produced it. As Saint Triphon was Bulgarian, Marcel made Bulgaria the culinary inspiration for the evening, and the result was a delicious and educational journey through the flavours of that part of the world
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The Bulgarian theme was carried through every course, right down to the charming small Bulgarian flags that adorned each appetizer plate. Guests were treated to a spread of cucumber, tomato, and cheese appetizers, followed by a classic shopska salad — a beloved Bulgarian staple of fresh vegetables topped with generous amounts of whitebrined cheese. Marcel's impressive main course was a pork shoulder stuffed with spinach, almonds, raisins, and mint, accompanied by roasted potatoes and squash. To finish, a traditional baklava provided a sweet and satisfying end to the meal. Adding further to the spirit of the evening, each guest brought a wine to accompany their contributed dish. In keeping with the theme, wines from the Balkan region were selected wherever possible — a fitting tribute to Saint Triphon and a wonderful opportunity to explore some of the excellent vintages that part of the world has to offer. The evening was a wonderful blend of good food, great company, and a little cultural discovery.
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A good time was had by all — and no doubt Saint Triphon would have approved.
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Field Trips
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Wildlife Photography at the Royal BC Museum
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Our February field trip was held on February 12th. Fifteen members and guests met at the Royal B. C. Museum where we viewed the 2026 Wildlife Photographer of the Year exhibit. We saw some stunning work by photographers from around the world, including Canada. We then headed over to Bartholomew’s Public House for lunch and adult beverages.
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There are two field trips scheduled for March.
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Historic Pub Walk March 12th
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First up will be on Thursday, March 12th when we will again join up with Dave Mason of Come See Victoria, for his Historic Pub Walk. Downtown Victoria has a wonderful collection of vibrant pubs in some of the most notable heritage buildings in the city. On this pub walk, our group will get a sense of how these wonderful old buildings and the people associated with them have shaped the city of Victoria, augmented with lots of old photos, all while sampling beers from the multitude of craft breweries and brew pubs for which Victoria has become renowned.
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Victoria Royals vs the Everett Silvertips
St. Patrick’s Day !!
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Next will be another hockey game at the Save-On-Foods Memorial Arena on Tuesday, March 17th. The Victoria Royals will play host to the Everett Silvertips on St. Patrick’s Day, starting at 7:05 p.m. No doubt there will be green beer on tap for us!
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Please watch for the registration emails for these events.
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Sunday Hike and Pub for Members / Couples
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On March 08, our leaders will be Rolf Holzhuter and Emilia Torabi! Starting at the main parking lot for Thetis Lake Regional Park, we will proceed along lower Thetis lake, onward along other trails, and upwards ... to the top of Seymour Hill. After enjoying the view, we follow the Lewis J Clark trail, and ultimately back to our cars. (And off to Loghouse pub! 😀) See below for further detail.
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This Activity is not just for couples; individual VRMNC members are absolutely welcome. If you would like to be on the mailing list, contact
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VRMNC History Book Club.
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The book club met on February 11 to discuss Breaking Point: The New Big Shifts Putting Canada at Risk by Darrell Bricker and John Ibbitson. The book was presented by Marcel Mercier. Introducing this 2025 book Marcel commented that, Breaking Point discusses political and policy decisions (or lack of) — mostly from the 1950s to today — that have brought Canada to a crisis point. He went on to point out that drawing on their backgrounds, in public opinion polling and journalism Bricker and Ibbitson are able to deliver a broad, accessible panorama of what's at stake across economic, social, regional, political and institutional dimensions touching on housing, youth alienation, immigration, regionalism, and national defence. Matters of historical precedent come to mind when considering the current state affairs in Canada like how this moment compares with earlier flashpoints like the 1995 Quebec referendum, the energy crises of the 1970s, and the constitutional debates of the 1990s.
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The book's central and most powerful message is this: while Donald Trump's tariffs and annexation threats are forcing a long-overdue reckoning in Canada, he is not our biggest threat. As the authors put it, "our own worst enemy is ourselves." Years of deferred decisions, ignored problems, and cans kicked down the road have created the real fissures — and if Canadians fail to seize this moment of awareness and make the necessary changes, the failure will be entirely our own.
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Importantly, the authors don't just diagnose — they prescribe. Key solutions include: embracing Canada's resource economy rather than apologizing for it, using Norway as a model; broad economic reform including deregulation, smaller government, and a provocative push for suburban housing expansion ("Sprawl, baby, sprawl!"); relocating federal departments outside Ottawa and replacing the Senate with the Council of the Federation; transforming the CBC into a truly national broadcaster rather than a "Laurentian mirror"; and rebuilding not just military capacity but a national culture of sovereignty — "built, guarded, and earned."
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The book closes on a note of challenge and of hope: "What the next Canada looks like is up to you and your family and your neighbours and your community. The Canadians who came before us knew what they had to do, and did it. Now it's your turn. Let's get to work."
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These themes generated robust debate among our members, whose diverse regional backgrounds and lived experience spanning decades of Canadian history brought rich perspectives to the discussion. Reactions ranged from depressing, politically alarmist, and simply galvanizing. The book was unanimously judged to be well-written, pointed, provocative, and a worthwhile read.
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Frank Gibson will lead the discussion on Terry O'Reilly's "Against the Grain"
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History & Historical Fiction Book Club
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The History: Fact or Fiction Book Club meets 10 times per year with a hiatus in July and August when many of the members are vacationing. The membership is limited to 10 members at any one time. Those interested in joining are welcome to add their name to the waiting list.
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On February 10th Cam Berry led the discussion on "Clear" a novel set across the backdrop of the Scottish Highland Clearances and "The Great Disruption" a schism in the Scottish Church leading to "The Free Sottish Church" A very tightly written descriptive book of Scottish island sea settings.
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Up Next: Orlie Resse & David Riley will lead the discussion on "Say Nothing"
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Tuesday Hikers
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Tuesday hikes begin at 9:00 a.m. and are approximately three hours in duration. The number of participants for our February hikes ranged from 11 to 16.
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We had generally good weather for Tuesday hikes throughout February. Our hikes included a wide variety of settings at the following locations:
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Babbington Hill and Cabin Point, starting from Aylard Farm, in East Sooke Regional Park - led by Graham Wetter
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Francis King Regional Park - led by Lou Sanche and Rick Jess
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Oak Haven Park, Gore Nature Park and Brentwood Heights, from Todd Inlet trailhead - led by Lou Sanche
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Stewart Mountain via Lighthouse trail in Thetis Lake Regional Park - led by Keith Knowles
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Tuesday hikes begin at 9:00 a.m. and are approximately three hours in duration. The number of participants this spring has risen to 15 !!
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Monday Ramblers
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The Monday ramblers group have been enjoying various areas around greater Victoria over the past month including hikes in Broadmead parks led by Hugh Stephens, the Francis King centennial loop led by Rolf Holzhuter, a figure eight loop about both Thetis lakes led by Richard Neff, and the south waterfront parks led by Roger Love. The picture below is from Thetis Lakes. We broke our previous attendance record with 19 members on the Thetis Lakes hike. Our first hike of March will be Mystic Vale to Mount Tolmie, led by Marcel Mercier. As usual this time of year we are including more of the deeper forests and parks as things get dryer.
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Each week, our hikes are led by various volunteers, coordinated by Ted Mathie (mathie@uregina.ca, if you wish to join our activity). Typically we hike for 2 to 2.5 hrs, about eight km distance, starting out at 09:30 Mondays. An invitation is prepared by the volunteer leader three days ahead of each hike and sent to the whole ramblers mailing list. The invitation includes the exact meeting location and some advice about the hike. Those who want to participate register with the leader, who normally follows up the evening before the hike with a note listing those who have registered, in case anyone wants to sort out some car pooling for themselves.
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Wednesday Nine Hole Golf
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Open for additional players !
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Currently the Wednesday Nine Hole Golf Group has 28 members. From now until next December we will be playing every week. In January we played twice and also in February we only had two Tee times. Now that March has arrived the weather will be getting better and the Snowbirds will be returning. This will mean we will be getting a full turnout every week. If anyone would like to join our golf group please contact Garry Shaw or Ray Hoff. If we don't have room now we will put you on our wait list.
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We are looking forward to another fantastic golf season.
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You can also contact Garry Shaw by phone at 778-584-4171.
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Friday Coffee Chat Group
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A great opportunity to meet some fellow members and enjoy some stimulating conversations over coffee. The Coffee Chat Group meets every Friday at 10:00am on the second floor at Quality Foods in View Royal. (just next to the Victoria General Hospital). There's ample free parking and a separate quiet space where we meet on the 2nd floor above the deli. Come out and enjoy the comradery and conversation.
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We talk about a lot of topics and solve all the world's problems. Given the different backgrounds of everyone the discussions can be very informative. There are also a lot of laughs.
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Wine Making Group
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Hello to all wine lovers.
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Cheers from your wine maker,
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Billiards Group
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Enjoy the fun and camaraderie of shooting pool with fellow Members! Ability ranges from beginner to experienced. After the games we socialize over an optional light lunch in the Legion lounge.
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We play billiards at the Pro Patrica Legion at the corner of Gorge and Jutland. A legion membership will be required if you join the Billiards club.
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Tuesday Billiards are full. We have 3 full size tables reserved for use. (12 players when all are in attendance). There are 3 smaller 8 ball tables for overflow which have not been used to date.
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On Friday we play Ukrainian Billiard (learn the rules as you play). Currently we have several openings available. We have no reserved tables, first come gets a table. We usually have 2 full size tables in use (8 players, sometimes less than 8)
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For both days, play starts at 11:00 am to ensure we get the necessary tables (for Friday’s only). We play until 1:00 pm and then have a lunch and refreshments (optional) in the main lounge.
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We play billiards on Tuesdays and Fridays at 11:00 am sharp. We can accommodate a total of 16 players.
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We play at the Trafalgar Pro Patria Legion on Gorge Road at Jutland. New members are welcome. (New members may require to be signed in at the Legion).
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WHERE: Royal Canadian Legion, 411 Gorge Road E. (corner of Gorge and Jutland). PARKING: At Legion, free. WHEN: Weekly every Friday at 11:00am – 2:30pm. WHO: Open to all.
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Cognitive Fitness
Article Submitted by Wally Lazaruk
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Cognitive fitness is a state of optimal brain function which includes memory, attention, and executive control. This state can be maintained or improved through consistent, challenging mental stimulation, lifestyle choices (diet, sleep), and stress management.
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The foundation of cognitive fitness is neuroplasticity. Neuroplasticity (or brain plasticity) is the brain’s ability to adapt and to rewire, by forming new neural connections (physical and chemical links between neurons or nerve cells) and by changing its structure in response to learning, experience, or injury.
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To improve our cognitive fitness, to optimize our mental functioning, we can:
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1. Stimulate our brain with new and complex activities such as learning a new language, learning a musical instrument, learning new recipes, undertaking a new hobby, solving different types of puzzles and participating in brain training programs such as BrainHQ.
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2. Engage in physical activity such as brisk walking, hiking, dancing, swimming and fitness classes to increase blood flow to the brain, stimulate growth of new brain cells and boost memory and thinking skills. We could aim for 150 minutes of moderate-intensity exercises each week. We can practice mind-body exercises such as yoga and Tai Chi which combine physical movement with mental focus and sequence memorization.
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3. Prioritize sleep as 7 to 8 hours un-medicated restorative sleep is recommended each night, for memory consolidation and clearing toxins from the brain.
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4. Cultivate social connections and active communications with friends and community members to keep the mind engaged, sharp and open to fostering healthy relationships. Engaging in volunteering or participating in community groups can keep the mind active.
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5. Eat a healthy diet such as the Mediterranean or MIND (Mediterranean-DASH Intervention for Neurodegenerative Delay) diet. The Mediterranean diet emphasizes vegetables, fruits, whole grains, beans, nuts and olive oil, with a moderate intake of fish, poultry, and dairy. It limits red meat, processed foods, and added sugars. The MIND diet prioritizes green leafy vegetables, berries, nuts, and beans while limiting butter, cheese, and fried foods. Hydration is also important. We could drink plenty of water and limit sugary beverages.
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6. Manage stress and protect cognitive function by practicing mindfulness meditation, deep breathing exercises and spending time in nature.
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7. Eliminate toxin exposure such as mercury, lead and mold-produced mycotoxins which can impair cellular energy production.
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8. Manage cardiovascular health by controlling blood pressure, managing any diabetes, and avoiding smoking.
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9. Limit alcohol consumption as it can damage brain cells and impair cognitive functions such as planning and judgment. Excessive drinking is considered to be a risk factor for memory loss and dementia.
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10. Protect our head to avoid brain injuries by using seatbelts and helmets.
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To motivate ourselves to improve cognitive fitness, we can:
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· Consider the benefits of being able to think, learn, and remember effectively, to maintain independence and enhance daily performance.
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· Connect our practice to our personal values such as good physical and mental health, being a lifelong learner and cultivating positive relationships.
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· Remember that a cognitively fit mind is better at solving problems, managing stress, and making objective decisions.
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· Select challenging and enjoyable activities.
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· Engage in conversations or social games with others for more mental stimulation.
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· Write down our goals to increase commitment and keep a journal to celebrate our progress and successes in various healthy lifestyle areas.
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According to neuroscientist Michael Merzenich (2013), "Your brain - every brain - is a work in progress. It is 'plastic.' From the day we're born to the day we die, it continuously revises and remodels, improving or slowly declining, as a function of how we use it."
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Prepared by Wally Lazaruk, March 2026
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Bredesen, Dale E. (2025). The ageless brain: how to sharpen and protect your mind for a lifetime. New York, NY: Flatiron Books.
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See article in July 2025 VRMNC General Newsletter: “Improving our memory”
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Webmaster’s Corner! Did-You-Know:
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Re-Newed Website Feature: CLUB CHAT
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VRMNC has reinstalled our Chat feature on our website but on a dedicated webpage. To access it just click on Club Chat in Menu Bar and type away!!
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We encourage all members to sign into our website and check out this newest feature. Note that you need to sign in to post a chat.
If you stay signed in you will not need to repeat this step in the future. If you make a post and a fellow member replies it will be forwarded to your email.
Please give it a try and let your Coordinators and club Executive know your thoughts.
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1) car pool to a Field Trip
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2) discuss an existing Activity
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3) brain-storm / start a new regular or one off activity (ie Happy Hour Group, Cooking Class, Volunteer with Our Place, travel ideas to Portugal, Nova Scotia . . . ).
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4) New Joiner just posted asking for interest in Trip to Phoenix for Baseball Spring Training.
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NOTE: If you are logged-in when post, you can tick the small Bell button beside "Post Comment" button to be notified of responses.
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PRO-TRICK: When logging-in to our website, tick the "Remember Me" tick box so you stay logged in and don't have to next time visit. You can tell if you are logged in as top right beside Menu will say "Welcome Back Orlie".
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QUESTIONS: Please contact:
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OTHER WEBSITE INFO:
- New arrival to Victoria? Check out our Members Area > Useful Web Links webpage.
- VRMNC Branding - Need our Logo? Several formats available at Members Area > Branding.
- VRMNC Assets / Signage - Need a screen projector or pull-up banners or other signage, see all our assets and their custodian in Members Area > Assets.
- CONTACT DETAILS CHANGE: Please contact Membership@VRMNC.ca with any email, phone number or address change (no need to make these changes yourself).
- MISSED / LOST A NEWSLETTER: Go to website > News > Newsletters to see all of them.
- EXEC MEETING MINUTES: are published on Website > Members Area > Meeting Minutes.
- CONTACT LIST: This is maintained and updated on website by Membership Director Dennis Aitken just Log-In to website and go to Members Area > Contact Book. Please do not share this outside the club!
- FAQS: These have been updated on our website under Members Area, have a look, and please suggest any additions / changes!
- VRMNC GROUPS: Anyone can start a new VRMNC Group, just email email Activity Coordinator Bruce Shore at bruceshore@gmail.com with your ideas!
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