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"Welcome to the Vendor's Link section of the BOCI website! The following vendors have helped BOCI by contributing gifts or services for us to raffle at our annual rally and business meeting or by arranging discounts. Their support is critical to our success and we encourage you to inform yourselves about their products and services and to do business with them whenever you can."

2010 Products - For over 40 years 20/10 Products has been the premier supplier of windshield cleaners in the US and Canada

Airtab - Airtabs are patented, unique wishbone-shaped vortex generators designed to increase vehicle aerodynamic performance and fuel economy by reducing aerodynamic drag.

A M Solar - This link will take you to pages that will cover just about everything you need to know about solar power as it pertains to its use in the unique operating environment of RV's.

Duallyvalve - Borg Equipment and Supply in Tujunga, CA has introduced custom-bent and rubber-grommeted supported Duallyvalves. They replace the original valve stems and have no joints to come loose and leak. Their ends both point outward and are very accessible with just about any tire gauge worth having.

Buck Horn Lake Resort - Perfectly located in the heart of Texas Hill Country, you will find everything you would expect from a premier RV resort

Camping World - The camper's choice since 1966

Canawipe - Manufacturers of alcohol and scent-free disposalbe hypoallergenic tablet-sized wipes for all types of cleaning. Excellent for RVers!

Chula Vista RV- Neat, clean, quiet and friendly describes the atmosphere of the Chula Vista RV Resort!

Signature Forms - You've come to the right site! Whether you're looking for a form or promotional product or just browsing for ideas, our site is you source.

Ducan Industries -

Easy Curtain - The Easy Curtain is a visor-supported interior truck cab curtain featuring fast, easy installation, removal and easy storage. Designed specifically for class C & B motohomes

Fantastic Vent - Fan'Tastic Vent is light-weight, compact bug resistant and seals tight when not in use.

Hacienda RV Resort - Our resort is conveniently located immediately of I-10 at exit 140 in Las Cruces, New Mexico.

Lafayette Auto Body and RV Repair - Your one-stop complete automotive & RV service & repair center. "Where Quality Counts!" " Life's a trip! Enjoy the journey! "

Scan Gauge - The ultra-compact 3 in 1 automotive computer, including trip computer, digital gauges, scan tool and much more!

Oasis Las Vegas RV Resort - Experience the exciting environment of Las Vegas' most spectacular Five-Star RV resort with beautiful fun-filled amenities and great pricing.

Protect All - "total RV CAre, quck and easy!"

Rear View Safety - RVS, Inc. is the leading manufacturer and distributer of rear view camera systems in the US.

Roadmaster - Roadmaster is the towing and suspension experts!

River Breeze RV Resort - Year Round RV Resort and Camping Facility on the Colorado River

RVbookstore.com - The world's largest selection of books, DVD's, eBooks and more about RV's and the RV lifestyle,

Xantrex - The RVer's smart choice for power.

Wine Soiree - The Soiree is a Wine Decanter for the wine drinker on the go! The Soiree enhances the flavors of any wine bottle, prevents spills, and takes up less room than a coffee mug. Soiree is a beautiful and convenient accessory for any wine drinker, especially one on the go! Come check us out!

RV Life Magazine - RV Life Magazine is one of the oldest independent RV regional publications in the U.S., focusing primarily on the Northwest and Southwest lifestyles, travel and entertainment. RV Life offers travel features, strong technical articles, product and industry news, and popular monthly columns.

Thetford Corp - toilets, chemicals and cleaners

2010 BOCI Strikes Gold Rally

BOCI strikes gold - 2010 rally - plymouth californiaSeptember 12th - 17th, 2010

Our 2010 Annual Rally and Business Meeting is just around the corner so make your plans and mark your calendars to join your fellow BOCI members at our 7th Annual Event. This year we will be in the heart of California’s Gold Country at the 49er RV Village Resort in Plymouth, California.

You’ll have plenty of opportunities to visit with old friends and make new ones while enjoying the many activities we have planned. A few of these activities include Technical Seminars, Question and Answer Sessions, Rig Tours, and our ever popular Serendipity Pot Luck Dinner.

There will be games such as Ric & Linda Allen’s Dice Madness and Jack Throne’s Cribbage Tournament, Gayle George-Sackett’s Dog Show and the final night’s campfire sing along. There will be social hours, wine tasting and who knows what else?

We’ve built in a little free time again this year so you may find your gold nugget by visiting some of the many attractions in the area, go shopping, go horseback riding, play golf, go fishing, or participate in some of the onsite activities like Elaine Willoughby’s and Babette Furchak’s cooking class or Lisa Calkins’ and Sue Stinson’s Quilting Group outing or just relax. You’ll receive additional information on all the great things to do in the area at registration.

Some of the attractions in the area are the Historic Kennedy Gold Mine, the Sutter Gold Mine, the Amador Flower Farm, Cavern Tours, local wineries, Calaveras Big Trees State Park, Old Town Sacramento, Sutter’s Fort where gold was first discovered in California, and the Railroad Museum to name just a few of the attractions. There’ll be many options available for your enjoyment.

And, don’t forget our very popular Raffle that just gets better and better every year because of your donations. For our new members (or those of us who have a tendency to forget), a raffle gift may be anything you think others may enjoy or really would like representing your home town or state or specific items made exclusively for our raffle. I’ve already heard about a few planned for this year’s raffle and they are awesome!

We have reserved 80 campsites for the Rally and all sites are available for early arrivals up to 5 nights before and, for those wishing to stay, up to 7 nights after the rally, so sign up early!!!

Those staying after the Rally may enjoy the Blue Grass Festival that starts that Friday at the Amador Fairgrounds located within easy walking distance from the Campground.

Our sites this year are mainly Back-In Sites of approximately 45 feet in length with a few smaller ones. We have only 4 Pull-Through Sites that will be reserved for the larger rigs and those pulling large trailers.

The Club will handle your reservations starting with the 5 Nights before the Rally (Sept 7th) through the 7-Nights after the Rally (Sept 24th). For those taking advantage of the additional reservations before the Rally date of September 12th and/or after the rally up to Sept 24th, please be advised that relocation of your campsite may be necessary, although efforts will be made to avoid relocation of campsites.

If you wish to make reservations at the 49er RV Village before Sept.ember 7th or after Sept.ember 24th, please contact the 49er at 1-800-339-6981 or www.49ervillage.com.

Mail-in Application Form:

Online Application Form:


PayPal Payments:


Changes to Reservations:


Cancellation Policy:


Studio and 1 Bedroom Cabins Are Available:


Questions/Clarifications
Questions or clarifications on the Rally Packages offered or the Additional Nights or Additional 5-Nights or 7-Nights offered please contact your Rally Coordinator, Mike Henley at .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) or 1-510-507-4658.

We are looking forward to seeing you at this year’s rally which is shaping up to be another great one.

Happy and Safe Travels – Mike Henley

Archived BOCI Business Documents

Financial Reports

The following reports have been prepared by BOCI's professional CPAs, and approved by The Board of Directors. They cover income and expenses for the Fiscal Year of 2007/2008 (July 1, 2007 through June 30, 2008). They include some (but not all) income and expenses for both the 2007 and the 2008 Rallies. This is due to the requirement to pay certain advance rally deposits at various times of the Calendar year. These reports will be updated on the Web Site annually.

The following reports have been prepared by BOCI's professional CPAs, and approved by The Board of Directors. They cover income and expenses for the Fiscal Year of 2006/2007 (July 1, 2006 through June 30, 2007). They include some (but not all) income and expenses for both the 2006 and the 2007 Rallies. This is due to the requirement to pay certain advance rally deposits at various times of the Calendar year.

Parts-n-Supplies

Bigfoot RV Manuals

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Bigfoot RV Repair/Service/Troubleshooting

2010 San Diego, CA Mini-Rally

2010 San Diego, California Mini-Rally

May 10 thru 13, 2010

Ric & Linda Allen have initiated negotiations with the Chula Vista RV Park &
Marina, home of a previous successful BOCI Mini Rally in April 2006.
Their Website is http://www.chulavistarv.com/ Check it out.

The dates for our Mini Rally will be May 10,11,12, 13, 2010. As a lot
of you know this park is a Class Act located right on San Diego Bay.
The cost including tax for the three nights will be $110.55. Usual
prices are in the $70 a night range. Our first San Diego Mini Rally
was a huge success. If you have never visited San Diego this will be
a great opportunity to see thier city. Per Mini Rally Guidelines there
will be few structured activities, just a list of things to do in the
area. We will have a welcome night get together hosted by Ric & Linda.
Cocktails, mixers and snackies provided. One evening meal will be a
famous BOCI Pot Luck. Beyond that, we’ll figure it out when you arrive.

The park looks to one party (Ric & Linda) for payment of the site fees, so when
the time is right, they will ask that you send them a check.

If you have never been to a BOCI Mini Rally, don’t miss this
opportunity.

We are limiting the size of this event to a maximum of 20 rigs. More
than half are already committed. Please take a moment and respond to
this Poll: http://www.bigfootowners.com/index.php/forums/viewthread/2306/
to help them better plan they would also appreciate a quick e mail to .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)
with your name and contact information. We will talk more about this
at the Colorado Rally in September and we will ask for your
confirmation later this year.

Thanks, we look forward to hearing from you and seeing you in San Diego.

2010 Rally Attendees

2009 Rocky Mountain Magic Payments

We look forward to seeing you at the Rally!

If you haven't already done so, please use PayPal or send your cheque to:

BOCI RALLY APPLICATION
P.O. BOX 550
CARSON CITY, NV 89702-0550

Minimum Deposit - $100 US
5-Night Package Costs if Paid in-Full by July 1, 2009
5-Night Package - $410US
Arriving 9/13/2009 - 2 Person Rig
5-Night Package - $265US
Arriving 9/13/2009 - 1 Person Rig
5-Night Package Additional Person/Rig - $160US
> 6 yrs old
7-Night Package Costs if Paid in-Full by July 1, 2009
7-Night Package - $450US
Arriving 9/11/2009 - 2 Person Rig
7-Night Package - $450US
Arriving 9/12/2009 - 2 Person Rig
7-Night Package - $450US
Arriving 9/13/2009 - 2 Person Rig
7-Night Package - $305US
Arriving 9/11/2009 - 1 Person Rig
7-Night Package - $305US
Arriving 9/12/2009 - 1 Person Rig
7-Night Package - $305US
Arriving 9/13/2009 - 1 Person Rig
7-Night Package Additional Person/Rig - $165US
> 6 yrs old
Late Fee
$75USD Late Fee added to Payments submit after July 1, 2009

Final Payment:
If the payment amount is not shown go to www.paypal.com, click on Send Money,
make payment to .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)

2009 Rocky Mountain Magic

September 13th - 18th, 2009

Annual Rally and Business Meeting

Come and join your fellow BOCI friends, and make some new ones, at our 6th Annual Rally & Business Meeting at the beautiful Garden of the Gods Campground in Colorado Springs with the magic of the Rocky Mountains all around. We'll be exploring the Garden of the Gods Park and the United States Air Force Academy in addition to other activities such as technical presentations, rig tours, social time, our ever-popular Serendipity Pot Luck, Gayle's Famous Dog Show, Games Night, free time and more. And don't forget to bring an item representing your home State or City for our ever popular raffle.

There are so many exciting activities, unique attractions and stunning natural wonders to enjoy during your free time. You may explore the magic of Colorado Springs, Pike's Peak, and Manitou Springs; go horseback riding through the Garden of the Gods; explore historic Cripple Creek and maybe even try your luck at the gaming tables; play golf; visit the Pro Rodeo Hall of Fame; or just relax - the choices are yours.

BOCI has reserved only 80 campsites for the Rally and there is a limited availability for early arrivals, so sign-up early!!!

The 5-Night package (9/13-9/18) includes your campsite with full hook-ups, 2 dinners, 5 breakfasts and a motor coach tour. Wi-Fi is available for an additional nominal cost. Limited sites have Cable hook-ups, and TV reception in the area is minimal.

The 7-Night package includes all items in the 5-Night package with the option of adding 2 nights before the rally or 2 nights after the rally or 1 night before and 1 night after the rally. The Garden of Gods Campground has generously offered our members a discounted price up to a week before or a week after the rally so we may enjoy the magic of the area. The additional daily discount rate is $28.45USD per rig per night. The weekly discount rate is $180.51USD per rig. Cost per additional person is $3USD per person per night for both the daily and weekly discount rates. Taxes are included for all rates.

Package Costs if Paid in Full by July 1, 2009:

5-Night Package 2 person/Rig = $410USD
5-Night Package 1 person/Rig = $265USD
5-Night Additional Person/Rig  = $160USD (>6 years old)

7-Night Package 2 Person/Rig = $450USD
7-Night Package 1 Person/Rig = $305USD
7-Night Additional Person/Rig  = $165USD (>6 years old)

A deposit of $100USD is required by May 15, 2009 along with your Rally Application Form in order to hold your reservation, AND your final payment is due by July 1, 2009. Any payments received between July 1, 2009 and July 31, 2009 will be accepted with an additional Late Fee of $75USD.


ALL PAYMENTS MUST BE RECEIVED BY JULY 31, 2009.

The Club will take care of your reservations for the 5-Night or 7-Night packages. If you are planning on an extended stay at the Garden of the Gods Campground either before or after the Rally, the Club will also take care of your reservations for the additional weekly reservations or the nightly reservations only if they are made with the 5 or 7 Night Rally Package Application AND with all applicable fees paid by the July 31, 2009 deadline.

For those making additional reservations before and/or after the rally dates, please be advised that relocation of your campsite may be necessary, although efforts will be made to avoid relocation of campsites.

Changes to Reservations:

Cancellation Policy:

Questions/Clarifications:
Questions or clarifications on the Rally Packages offered or the Additional Nights or Week offered please contact your Rally Coordinator, Mike Henley at .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) or 1-510-507-4658.

We are looking forward to seeing you at this year's rally which is shaping up to be another great one. Our Tentative Itinerary is below and for your convenience you may download the Mail-in Application Form, complete and return it along with your payment in US Dollars to the address at the bottom of the Mail-in Application Form, or you may use the PayPal links below.

Happy and Safe Travels - Mike Henley


Tentative Itinerary:
View online or download the Tentative Itinerary PDF

Mail-in Application Form:  
To view or download the Mail-in Application Form please click on this link: Application PDF

Online Application Form:
Submit your application online

PayPal Payments:
Submit your payment using PayPal

2009 Rocky Mountain Magic Itinerary

Tentative Itinerary


Sunday, 9/13


Monday, 9/14

Tuesday, 9/15

Wednesday, 9/16

Thursday, 9/17

Friday, 9/18

Travel Links

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Links

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BOCI Business

2008/2009 Financial Reports

BOCI COVER NOTE
BOCI has received the attached financial report from our Certified Public Accountant, Lynnette I. Torrey. The cover sheet includes legal language required of all Balance Sheets completed by Certified Public Accountants. We have been advised by Ms. Torrey that the reference to the ‘ omission of substantially all of the disclosures ordinarily included in financial statements’ is legal verbiage required on all financial statements that do not have a requirement for disclosures. Financial statements with disclosures are mostly used by large, for profit companies that have some the following situations: employee benefit plans, stock option/purchase plans, property leases, going concern issues, litigation issues, major fixed asset classes, net operating losses, etc. Disclosures give the reader of the financial statement information about these items and their effects on the viability of the company. Disclosures are therefore unnecessary as BOCI does not have these situations.

Your 2009 BOCI Board of Directors

The following reports have been prepared by BOCI's professional CPAs, and approved by The Board of Directors. They cover income and expenses for the Fiscal Year of 2008/2009 (July 1, 2008 through June 30, 2009). They include some (but not all) income and expenses for both the 2008 and the 2009 Rallies. This is due to the requirement to pay certain advance rally deposits at various times of the Calendar year. These reports will be updated on the Web Site annually.

Annual Meeting Minutes

Committee Contacts

Membership Committee

Rally Committee

Officers/Directors

Mike Henley, President

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Skip Huwaldt, Vice President

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Dolores Westfall, Secretary

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Cheryl Love, Treasurer

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Roger Killin, Director

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Classified Ads

Classified Ads

How to create a classified ad:

1. Log in to the control panel at www.bigfootowners.com/system/ using the same login you use to access the forum.

  

2. Place your cursor over the Publish tab then click on the Classifieds menu item.

  

3. Enter the Title (name) for your Classified Ad, the Price and Description.

  

4. Click the Date tab, if you want to delay the initial posting of your ad on the website select an Entry Date in the future then select your ad's Expiration Date.

  

5. Click the Categories tab and select the Category you would like your ad shown in.

  

6. Click the photos tab then click the Choose File button to browse your computer for photos. 

  

7.  Browse your computer to find the photos for your ad.

  

8. Click the Upload Image button after you select a photo, once the photo has loaded (time will depend on how large your photo is) it will be displayed in the right pane. You may now browse your computer and upload more photos. Once you've loaded your photos you can click the Enable Sorting link and drag the photos to change their order.

  

9. Click the submit button in the green bar to save your information and load the photos to the website. 

Log in to the control panel to create an ad!

Edit your classified ad

Click the edit tab to view your ads, click on the ad title to bring up the Edit screen, upon completing your edits click the Update button.

Delete your classified ad

Email the BOCI Executive to have your classified ad delete.

2007 Fort Bragg Mini-Rally

April 20-23, 2007

Bill and Carlene Pickering hosted this beautiful and relaxing weekend at the Pomo RV Park, which is tucked into a natural forest near the rugged coastline just south of Fort Bragg, California. Beautiful weather welcomed the Pickerings, but clouds began gathering as Jan & Cecil Romero, John & Louise Throne, Jack & Elaine Willoughby and Jay & Suzie Jacobs arrived Friday afternoon.

After settling in and adjusting their attitudes, they went on to dinner at The Wharf in Fort Bragg. Upon their return to camp, they found Dolores Westfall had arrived and was tripping about in the dark, dodging drizzle. By the time Don & Eileen Gorth arrived in the middle of the night, it was raining. How cozy it was to curl up and sleep that night with the soothing sounds of rain on the roof.

Heavy rain all day Saturday curtailed thoughts of hiking, so everyone went uptown to shop and have lunch. Everyone, that is, except Dolores. Notorious for being a late sleeper, everyone thought she was still in bed when they knocked on her door and got no answer. Turned out she was outside, on the other side of her rig, finally getting around to hooking up. When she got out from under, everyone was gone! Oh, the trials of being a late bird who misses the early worm…

Everyone did their own thing that wet afternoon — relaxing in camp, taking a jaunt to Garberville, visiting with nearby family and taking a long walk in the rain. We made up for all that quiet relaxation by gathering that evening in the Park's rustic club room, where we built a fire in the fireplace, munched on gobs of goodies, played card games, sampled numerous wines and other drinks, and enjoyed high spirits. Perfect for a rainy evening! Spotting an unidentified Bigfoot in the campground, Jan and Louise marched right over to their site and invited them to join us. Even though they were entertaining guests, one of them came to meet us, have a drink, and learn about BOCI and our website.

We awoke Sunday to beautiful weather and enjoyed the sparkling morning in camp. It was a perfect afternoon to hike the impressive Mendocino Botanical Gardens which extends all the way to the coastal cliff top. Looking down on the dramatic shoreline below, we lingered amongst the blooming flowers, spectacular rhododendrons, and colors made even more brilliant by the wet soil. The ice cream treats were pretty good there, too.

At Jack Willoughby's suggestion, we closed the weekend with a dinner at the excellent Little River Inn restaurant. We were graciously greeted by co-owner Mel McKinney, Jack's friend and former schoolmate. We enjoyed the atmosphere of that historic building, and our dining room featured huge picture windows that looked out on dramatically blooming landscaping. Such tulips! The food there is a gift to the taste buds.

What a lovely weekend this was! A big thanks to the Pickerings for hosting, and a special thank you to Bill for the bottle of his own wine which he presented to each of us, complete with a commemorative BOCI label and deluxe corkscrew!

Dolores Westfall and Carlene Pickering

The Mini- Rally ended on the 22nd with the Romeros and Thrones continuing their journey to Mount Shasta, Ca. Jack with his fishing pole in hand headed for the local streams. On Tuesday the Thrones returned to Orangevale and the Romeros headed East to Reno. Ahhhh, parting is such sweet sorrow. We had a fantastic time with memories to last for the rest of our lives.

2007 Fort Bragg Mini-Rally Photo Gallery

2007 BOCI Baja Blast

The BOCI Baja Blast (Jan. 20-Feb. 21) with Fantasy RV down the Baja was a blast, even though there were only 3 Bigfoots in the caravan. Fantasy made the trip very enjoyable with a lot of great memories.

We started our journey in San Diego, our first major stop south (after about 650 miles…gas around $2.30) was in Mulege…getting there had us stopping a night in Vicente Guerrero, Catavina (dry camping) and Guerrero Negro. In Vicente Guerrero, we had a wonderful Fantasy RV (company) kickoff dinner. At the Catavina stop (very cold), the company provided margaritas plus a crazy hat contest. After passing into Baja California Sur, we stopped in Guerrero Negro and, again, the company hosted a casual dinner. The next leg into Mulege was somewhat harrowing in that we dropped down to the Sea of Cortez by traveling through “Devil’s Grade” and meeting several semi trucks. The 3 days in Mulege were very enjoyable. We once again had a wonderful company dinner.

Our longest stay of 5 days was in Los Barriles about a block from the Sea of Cortez. This southbound leg of the trip was about 350 miles with a night stop in Puerto Escondido near Loreto where we visited the mission and, of course, shopped. Loreto would be a great stop for a longer period but large RV parks seemed to be non-existent. 3 nights were spent in La Paz where we took a company bus tour of a ceramic factory, the city church, a museum, and a central market. Los Barriles turned out to be our favorite stop. The moon over Sea of Cortez was a knockout. We took a 6-hour boat trip to the Giggling Marlin for lunch…on the way we saw a pod of 15 grey whales, porpoises, manta rays, and flying fish. Another day was spent on an awesome 4 hour ATV ride, boy can those Bigfooters fly. An evening with all at another company dinner. We closed out this stay with a Super bowl party at a local eatery.

From Cabo San Lucas, we traveled turned north for 400 miles to Bahia de Concepcion. Stops on the way included 2 nights at Playa Tecolote beach near La Paz, where we collected seashells, enjoyed much much downtime, and weathered a very windy beachside happy hour. Another night stay going north was spent in Puerto Escondido. At Bahia de Concepcion, we enjoyed downtime, ocean kayaking, a spaghetti feed, a company beach BBQ/fire, but, again, the wind played havoc at times.

The next leg north was about 200 miles to Guerrero Negro. On the way, we stopped 1 night in San Ignacio where we visited the mission, shopped and had cervezas (not our first). A Baja race car photo tour shared our RV park…boy was that an experience with the swing shift repair crews’ party. At Guerrero Negro, we enjoyed another company dinner and whale watching.

Our final leg north covered 560 miles with a night stop in Catavina where we enjoyed a caravan potluck and company margaritas (it was windy but not as cold this time). We closed out the final 2 days together in Ensenada but rain and very strong winds dampened the stay. But we did manage to take in La Bufadora (the blowhole) and nearby seaside shops. The last evening, the company hosted a wonderful “Last Supper” where we all said our goodbyes.

Tony & Juanita

2007 BOCI Baja Blast Photo Gallery

2006 Armstrong/Vernon Mini Mini Rally

May 2006

The Romeros and Thrones recently went on a road trip to Canada, visiting the Bigfoot Factory in Armstrong, BC, and participating in a Mini-Rally with the Bolenders (owners of a 30MH29RQ) in Sisters, Or.

The Thrones, starting from their home in Orangevale, Ca in a 30MH29RQ met up with the Romeros in Reno, Nv. The Romeros own a 40MH35LX. They caravaned through Nevada, California, Oregon, Washington and into Canada. Starting on 11 May and reaching Armstrong, BC on Sunday 14 May.

In addition to visiting the Factory, they had a wonderful time visiting Canada and enjoying everything the local areas of Armstrong and Vernon had to offer. While at the Bigfoot Factory the Romeros and Thrones were treated royally! The support provided by Mark Holmes, Craig Mayall, and Garry Grochowich was outstanding!

They traveled to Sisters, Oregon, leaving on Friday the 19th and arriving on the 21st. In Sisters, Chad and June Bolender organized an impromptu mini-rally treating the Thrones and Romeros to a fantastic time of song, dance, food and just good old time friendship in the gorgeous Oregon surroundings.

The Mini- Rally ended on the 22nd with the Romeros and Thrones continuing their journey to Mount Shasta, Ca. Jack with his fishing pole in hand headed for the local streams. On Tuesday the Thrones returned to Orangevale and the Romeros headed East to Reno. Ahhhh, parting is such sweet sorrow. We had a fantastic time with memories to last for the rest of our lives.

2006 Armstrong/Vernon Mini Mini Rally Photo Gallery

2006 San Diego Mini Rally

April 21-24, 2006

The second annual San Diego BOCI mini-rally was exactly what a mini-rally should be: fun, fabulous site, great weather and a host of activities from which attendees chose. Not to forget a terrific rally rate at about half of the regular price! The best part was that everyone got what he/she wanted out of the four or more days by the bay at the Chula Vista RV Resort.

There were small group activities, including a tour of the aircraft carrier, Midway, and the Embarcadero area, to individual outings like the Tijuana Estuary and local shopping. Again, the San Diego Trolley was used by many to see the sights. Some dined at the local eateries at the marina and one authentic Mexican restaurant. And some just hung out at the resort.

The marina and Bayside Park offered good walking trails with lots of beautiful scenery. Most of all, everyone got to get acquainted or renew old friendships and enjoy each other’s company. It’s always fun to see so many Bigfoot rigs in one place! A delicious potluck dinner capped off the weekend nicely. Everyone left with good memories and a full belly.

Linda Allen

2006 Puerto Penasco Shrimp and Fish Fiesta

February 8-13, 2006

Del and Sue Chase weren't kidding when they titled this a shrimp and fish fiesta.  Another trawler must have been added to the fleet just to feed us!

Throughout the day on February 7, a trailer, a camper, five motorhomes and four towds arrived at the Gila Bend RV Resort in Arizona carrying 13 people and two dogs.  We came from Arizona, California, Colorado, British Columbia and England.  The Chases -- with help from their socially conscious German Shepherd, Moqui -- organized, planned and led this international mini-rally with aplomb and great success.  It was fun, informative and absolutely delicious. 

BOCI founders Ric and Linda Allen arrived in their new camper, having recently sold their splendid 29' motorhome.  They didn't exactly downsize, though, since they also just bought a 45-foot Prevost for longer excursions.  We can only surmise that it takes two RVs to replace one Bigfoot motorhome, eh?  Glad you're still with us, guys! 

Big Al Enger surprised us by bringing "Aunt Buela" along.  We soon discovered that it was really Kathy Prochotsky, a Bigfooter we had met at last year's annual rally in Oregon.  Dave and Glena Black brought their Schnauzer Mandi, who kept Glena in great shape taking long beach walks to see the sun come up every morning.  Dolores Westfall stopped wandering the southwest long enough to join us, Barry and Sue Ambrose hopped the Pond to pick up their motorhome and meet us, and we were happy to welcome Doug and Rita Sarbach to their first BOCI rally and allowed them to be strangers for about 15 seconds.

Ric brought his collection of 2-way radios so we could communicate as we caravanned south.  He could have outfitted a small city!  Gila Bend's Outer Limits Space Age Coffee Shop seemed like the right place for this group's get-acquainted dinner. 

The next day we caravanned through the lush Sonoran Desert framed by Arizona's dramatic mountains.  As we drove through the Goldwater Air Force Range, impressive military jets zipped through maneuvers above us.  By mid-afternoon we were settled in at the Playa Bonita RV Resort in Puerto Penasco (Rocky Point to us Gringos) and ready for the HUGE shrimp they serve there.

During the course of five days, we gorged on every variation of shrimp and fish dish imaginable, sampled numerous margaritas and wines, viewed the Gulf from all angles, walked the beach, toured different areas of the town on foot and by car.  We shopped, photographed, got our rigs washed and became captives of Joaquin Fragozza, a versatile and fun entertainer who really knew how to work the crowd ... and us.  As always, we learned from each other as we discussed our rigs and their toys. 

We ended the rally with drinks and finger food that morphed into a ... surprise, surprise ... shrimp pot luck feast.  The next morning two rigs drove west across the top of Mexico to San Diego, three drove north to Arizona, and two waved good-bye to us and stayed another day or two or ...?

Terrific mini-rally, Del and Sue!  We look forward to seeing everyone at the annual rally this September in South Dakota.  Ya'll come ... es muy bien!

BOCI Roving Reporter

2005 Mid-California Weekend Mini-Rally

Pismo Beach, California
November 4 & 5, 2005

 

Thanks go to Karl Wagner for setting up this weekend mini-rally.  It was a shame that the work thing interrupted his plans and he had to miss a good time!

On Friday the first arrival was Dolores Westfall (Kelseyville) in her 29RQ, having already been on the road for 19 days.  Steve and Carol Famularo (Santa Cruz) arrived next in their 24-footer, with Robyn Hagar and Bill Dodd (Adelaida) arriving shortly thereafter in Robyn's 29G with slick maroon trim.  And then ... very late at night ... Don and Eileen Gorth (Sunnyvale) with son Mike -- along with their irresistible Maltese, Tullie -- tried to sneak into their site well after midnight.  Wide-awake late bird Dolores spotted them backing up their 29G in the black of night, provided a little light and a short welcome.

Saturday began with a communal breakfast of pancakes, bacon and eggs.  The day ended with a luscious dinner at the Custom House in Avila Beach where we were joined by Don and Eileen's son Paul and his girlfriend.  We celebrated Paul's birthday whether he liked it or not.  In between those two meals, we explored Avila Beach, visited Monarch Butterflies, rode bicycles, enjoyed fresh roasted corn-on-the-cob and ice cream at The Barn, and -- most important -- toured each other's motorhomes.  After dinner we gathered for wine and enjoyed viewing Big Al Productions DVDs of our annual rally held last July in Oregon.

Sunday morning became Tech Time as we all had bay doors open and were busily prepping our rigs.  Vows were made to change valve stems, additional air valves were discovered, mass attacks were made on wheel simulators, inveterate boondockers learned about hookups, and mechanic Steve made helpful suggestions and generally had his brain picked.  Besides meeting nice Bigfooters and having a good time, we all learned something new and useful.

As we left, we promised to meet again.  Some Monarchs fluttered by to bid us good-bye as we pulled out.

BOCI Reporter

2005 Midwest Fiery Fall Foliage

October 8-17, 2005

The Midwest Fiery Fall Foliage 2005 Get Together at Starved Rock was not as well attended as hoped. New BOCI members Jim and Shelley came for the last weekend10/14 thru 10/16. They had fun with their boat and enjoyed the fall colors. Future Bigfoot owners and BOCI members Dick and Gay stopped by on 10/15 with many questions and gained much confidence in their purchase of a 3000 series Bigfoot. One disappointment was one couple that emailed us with plans to attend and didn`t make it. We even had made arrangement to save the site that BigAl had reserved, but didn`t use. We went to an internet café and emailed this couple about the site but never heard from them. With the encouragement of the ones who attended another mini rally will happen.

I am emailing a questionnaire to those who attended and others to help pick a time and place for our next mini rally.

See you all Soon!!!

2005 Midwest Fiery Fall Foliage Photo Gallery

 

 

2005 San Diego Surf & Turf

April 29, 30, May, 2005

The San Diego "Surf and Turf" mini-rally at the pristine, beautifully landscaped San Diego Metro KOA in Chula Vista, California was attended by 10 Bigfoot rigs from Washington, Oregon, Arizona, Nevada, and California. We had a great time visiting new and old friends. The picnic area by Jan and Cec Romero’s awesome new triple slide Bigfoot Kodiak made a favorite meeting place for relaxing and enjoying the perfect weather. As you know, San Diego is known for its weather. It didn’t let us down for this rally.

Everyone brought something to share for a delicious BBQ. On another occasion we hiked up the hill to a Japanese restaurant where they welcomed us with a wonderful meal. During the day people picked their own activities. Some stayed at the park, relaxing under the many trees. Others went on an adventure to Seaport Village in downtown San Diego, some 15 miles away by shuttle bus and the famous red trolley that criss-crosses the city. We walked by the bay and admired the floating museum, the aircraft carrier Midway, as well as all the many other boats and ships sailing by. Fish tacos were also admired and consumed. Seaport Village is a collection of ethnic restaurants and souvenir shops close to hotels, a marina, and the convention centre on the water’s edge. Nice views everywhere. A quick trip back on the trolley and bus got us back just in time for, a guess what? Yes, food and favorite beverages! Again, Jan and Cec hosted. After all, they have the outside T.V! A beautiful string of lights allowed us to enjoy visiting into the evening.

Linda Allen

P.S.
I’m sorry if you missed this mini-rally. It was easy to organize and fun to attend. The special rally prices were a nice discount at $25 instead of the normal $47. We hope you consider hosting a Bigfoot rally wherever you are.

 

2005 Mexican Fiesta

Baja Mini Rally at El Dorado Ranch, San Felipe
March 18-24, 2005

Calexico's Wal-Mart parking lot was buzzing early on March 18th as our assortment of Bigfooters came together. Big Al Enger towed his trailer from Colorado and we all had the opportunity to see his face before it became permanently covered by his video camera. Barry and Sue Ambrose drove their 24-footer down from England. (Well, actually, their Bigfoot waits for them in North America.) On the way, they camped at Joshua Tree National Park and came upon Dolores Westfall, who was driving her 30-foot from Northern California through all the desert parks. Introducing themselves, they discovered they were headed for the same rendezvous!

Del and Sue Chase Bigfooted from Arizona, being guided by Moqui, their really friendly German Shepherd who enjoys the space provided by their slideout. Ric and Linda Allen drove the shortest distance, coming from the San Diego area with daughter Jenny, who was celebrating Spring break. By the time we left the parking lot, we were already good friends.

Ric led the caravan to El Dorado Ranch (north of San Felipe), communicating with the rest of us by CB, radio and a collection of portable hand units. He kept himself busy and confused by saying everything multiple times, occasionally forgetting which gadget he was speaking into.

Once there, we quickly settled into a week's worth of activities. Between poolside breakfasts at La Polapa Restaurant and dinners at Juanito's Cantina, we played tennis, drank margaritas, practiced yoga, drank margaritas, danced at Juanito's, and drank margaritas. We viewed notorious Big Al videos, toured local building projects, rented quads and drove the countryside, took an off-road tour to a turquoise mine, and visited the town of San Felipe. Jenny flew her first kite, Dolores took her first ultralight "trike flite," Moqui ate a Frisbee, the Chases put on a luscious seafood feed, and Big Al photographed everything.

The absolutely silliest laugh session came during a tequila/mescal tasting when Barry, Sue Chase, Del and Al came to no conclusion on the tequilas, failed the mescal, and decided that the worm was too pickled to care. Moqui left in disgust and Dolores was laughing too hard to participate. The longest walk was taken when some of us decided to dip our toes into the Gulf waters during low tide. We must have walked a half mile to get to the water and learned firsthand about the huge horizontal tides there!

We took two different routes back to California. Three rigs drove back up Baja's Highway 5 through the desert to Calexico, and two rigs took a route over wildflowered hills on Highway 3 to the Pacific Ocean, joining Highway 1 and entering the U.S. through Tijuana. The Ambroses, Allens and Dolores soothed their separation anxiety by camping one more night together at Sweetwater Regional Park in Bonita before going their separate ways.

We had a fun adventure with good folks, and we all hope to meet again in Oregon!

Roving BOCI Reporter

2005 Mexican Fiesa Photo Gallery

 

 

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Bigfoot Owners Club International (BOCI)

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BOCI Rallies

BOCI Rallies are a great way to meet new members and old friends while experiencing a new destination. Click on the areas below to find additional information regarding our upcoming Annual BOCI Business Meeting and Rally or to find additional information, rally reports and pictures from our previous BOCI Membership Rallies.

UPCOMING RALLIES

BOCI strikes gold - 2010 rally - plymouth california2010 Annual Business Meeting & Rally - BOCI Strikes Gold!!!
September 12-17, 2010
49er RV Village Resort - Plymouth, CA

Previous Annual BOCI Business Meeting and Rallies

2009 Annual Business Meeting & Rally - BOCI Rocky Mountain Magic
September 13-18, 2009 - Garden of the Gods Campground - Colorado Springs, CO

2008 Annual Business Meeting & Rally - BOCI Goes Country
September 14-19, 2008 - America's Best Campground - Branson, Missouri

2007 Annual Business Meeting & Rally
September 9-14, 2007 - Nk'Mip RV Park - Osoyoos, BC

2006 Annual Business Meeting & Rally - Gold Rush to Mt. Rushmore
September 8-12, 2006 - Mt. Rushmore KOA - Hill City, SD

2005 Annual Business Meeting & Rally - Oregon Trails
July 24-28, 2005

2004 Annual Business Meeting & Rally - California Dreamin'
April 30 - May 3, 2004 - Pechanga RV Resort & Casino, Temecula, California

Our first BOCI Rally was a huge success, thanks to all in attendance.

Previous BOCI Mini Rallies

2007 FORT BRAGG MINI RALLY
April 20-23, 2007
Pomo RV Park at Fort Bragg, CA

2007 BOCI BAJA BLAST
Janaury 20-February 21, 2007
Mexico

Armstrong/Vernon Mini Mini Rally
May 2006

San Diego Mini Rally
April 21-24, 2006

Puerto Penasco, Sonora Mexico, “Shrimp and Fish Fiesta"
February 8-13, 2006

"Mid-California Weekend Mini-Rally"
November 4 & 5, 2005

“Midwest Fiery Fall Foliage Mini Rally”
October 8-17, 2005

San Diego Surf & Turf
April 29, 30, May 1, 2005

Baja Mini Rally at El Dorado Ranch, San Felipe
March 18-24, 2005

LAS VEGAS ANNUAL POWWOW
October 10, 11, 12, 2004
Oasis Las Vegas RV Resort
Las Vegas, NV

Bylaws

BY-LAWS OF BIGFOOT OWNERS CLUB INTERNATIONAL
A California Nonprofit Mutual Benefit Corporation

ARTICLE I
OFFICES

Principal Office

1.01. The principal office of the Corporation for its transaction of business is located at 362 Irwin Street, San Rafael, California 94901.

Change of Address

1.02. The Board of Directors is granted full power and authority to change the principal office of the Corporation from one location to another within the State of California . Any change of address will be noted by the Secretary in these Bylaws, but will not be considered an amendment of these Bylaws.

ARTICLE II
MEMBERS

Classification and Qualification of Members

2.01. The Corporation will have four classes of members, Owner Members, Associate Members, Dealer Members and Complimentary Members.

2.01.1 Owner Members of the Corporation are those persons, businesses, or families owning Bigfoot recreational vehicles. Each Owner Membership is entitled to all benefits of the Club and has a single vote in all corporate matters.

2.01.2 Associate Members of the Corporation are those persons or businesses approved by the Board of Directors who provide a product of interest to Bigfoot owners or otherwise have an interest in Bigfoot products but do not qualify as an Owner Member or Dealer Member. An Associate Member is entitled to all benefits of the Club but has no voting privileges in corporate matters.

2.01.3 RV Dealer Members of the Corporation are those persons or businesses approved by the Bigfoot Owner’s Club Board of Directors. A Dealer Member is entitled to all benefits of the Club but has no voting privileges in corporate matters.

2.01.4 Complimentary Membership is for three (3) months and is available for those persons or families who have purchased a new or used Bigfoot recreational vehicle within the prior six (6) months of the date of application and are a first-time Bigfoot RV owner. A Complimentary Member is entitled to all benefits of the Club but has no voting privileges in corporate matters. .

Application Fee

2.02. There is no fee for applying for membership in the Corporation.

Annual Dues

2.03. The annual dues payable to the Corporation by members will be in the amounts determined by resolution of the Board of Directors. Dues are payable for the first year on admission to membership and annually thereafter at the time or times as may be fixed by the Board of Directors.

Assessments

2.04. Memberships are not assessable.

Number of Members

2.05. There is no limit on the number of members that the Corporation may admit.

Membership Book

2.06. The Corporation shall keep a membership book containing the name, address, and class of each member in written form or in any form capable of being converted into written form. The book must also note if a membership has terminated and the date on which that membership ceased. The book will be kept at the principal office of the Corporation and is subject to the rights of inspection required by law and as set forth in Section 2.07 of these Bylaws.

BOCI Business in the Forum

2.07. In order to comply with members’ requests that their information not be disclosed, BOCI shall create a topic in the BOCI Forum on the BOCI Website (http://www.bigfootowners.com/) entitled “BOCI BUSINESS” as a means of communication between members and the BOCI Officers, and among members.

Certificates of Membership

2.08. The Corporation will not issue membership certificates. However, the Corporation reserves the right to issue identity cards or similar devices to members to serve to identify members qualifying to use the facilities or services of the Corporation.

Non-liability of Members

2.09. A member of the Corporation is not personally liable, solely because of membership, for the debts, obligations, or liabilities of the Corporation.

Transferability of Membership

2.10. The Board of Directors may provide by resolution for the transfer of memberships within any class or classes, with or without restriction or limitation, including transfer on the death, dissolution, merger, or reorganization of a member.

Termination of Membership--Causes

2.11. (a) The membership and all rights of membership automatically terminate on the occurrence of any of the following causes:

(1) The voluntary resignation of a member.
(2) The death of a member;
(3) The dissolution of corporate members; and
(4) The nonpayment of dues within 30 days of the due date.

ARTICLE III
MEETINGS OF MEMBERS

Place

3.01. Annual Meetings of members will be held at the principal office of the corporation or at any location within or without the State of California that may be designated from time to time by resolution of the Board of Directors.

Regular Meetings

3.02. Regular meetings will not be held.

Annual Meetings

3.03. The members will meet annually no earlier than May 1 and no later than September 30 of each year (to coincide with the Annual rally if one is held), the actual date and location to be determined by the Board of Directors and Notice thereof shall be sent to all Members in accordance with these Bylaws.

Special Meetings

3.04. Special meetings of members may be called by any two members of the Board of Directors and held at the times and places within the State of California as may be ordered by resolution of the Board of Directors. Ten percent or more of the Owner Members of the Corporation may call special meetings for any lawful purpose.

Notice of Meetings

3.05. Written notice of every meeting of members must be either personally delivered, mailed by first-class United States mail, postage prepaid, or transmitted electronically, not less than 10 nor more than 45 days before the date of the meeting to each member who is entitled to vote at the meeting as of the record date for notice of the meeting.

Contents of Notice

3.06. The notice will state the place, date, and time of the meeting. The notice of any meeting at which Directors are to be elected must include the names of all those who are nominees at the time the notice is given to the members.

Waivers, Consents, and Approvals

3.07. The transactions of any meeting of members, however called and noticed, and wherever held, are as valid as though had at a meeting duly held after regular call and notice, if a quorum is present either in person or by proxy, and if, either before or after the meeting, each of the persons entitled to vote but not present in person or by proxy, signs a written waiver of notice, a consent to the holding of the meeting, or an approval of the minutes of the meeting. All waivers, consents, and approvals will be filed with the corporate records.

Quorum

3.08 - A quorum at any membership business meeting consists of a minimum of thirty (30) Owner Members present at the meeting.

Voting of Membership

3.09 – Owner Members in good standing are entitled to one vote per membership on each matter submitted to a vote of the members. No other member categories (Associate Members, Dealer Members, and Complimentary Members) are entitled to vote on any matter submitted to a vote of the members. Voting must be in person at the business meeting

Indivisible Interest in Single Memberships

3.10. Single memberships in which two or more persons have an indivisible interest will be entitled to but a single vote on any matter.

Record Date of Membership

3.11. The Board of Directors shall fix, in advance, a date as the record date for the purposes of determining the members entitled to notice of and to vote at any meeting of members

3.12 and 3.13. Deleted. (See History of Amendments, below)

Conduct of Meetings--Chairman

3.14 – The President of the Corporation will be Chairman of, and preside over, the meetings of the members. In his/her absence, the Chairman of the meeting will be appointed as per Robert's Rules of Order revised.

Secretary of Meetings

3.15. The Secretary of the Corporation will act as the secretary of all meetings of members. However, in his or her absence, the Chairman of the meetings of members will appoint another person to act as secretary of the meetings.

Rules of Order

3.16. The Robert's Rules of Order, as amended from time to time, governs the meetings of members insofar as those rules are not inconsistent with or in conflict with these Bylaws, the Articles of Incorporation of this Corporation, or the rules governing agenda, motions, and related matters.

ARTICLE IV
DIRECTORS

Number

4.01. The corporation will have 5 Directors. Collectively, the Directors will be known as the Board of Directors.

Qualifications

4.02. The Directors of the Corporation must be Owner Members of the Corporation.

Terms of Office

4.03 - Each Director holds office for two years on an overlapping schedule. Two (2) Directors will be elected in the odd numbered years and three (3) Directors will be elected in even numbered years.

Nomination

4.04. Any person qualified to be a Director under Section 4.02 of these Bylaws may be nominated by the method of nomination authorized by the Board or by any other method authorized by law.

Election

4.05 - Directors will be elected at each annual general meeting. The candidates receiving the highest number of votes, up to the number of directors to be elected, are elected. Directors are eligible for re-election, provided they continue to meet the qualifications required by these Bylaws.

Compensation

4.06. The Directors serve without compensation, except that they shall be allowed and paid their actual, necessary and reasonable expenses in fulfilling their duties, subject to approval by the Board of Directors, except they shall not be reimbursed for attending meetings.

Meetings--Call of Meetings

4.07. Meetings of the Board may be called by the Chairman of the Board, the President, the Vice-President, the Secretary or any two Directors.

Place of Meetings

4.08. All meetings of the Board will be held at the principal office of the Corporation as specified in Section 1.01 of these Bylaws or as changed from time to time as provided in Section 1.02 of these Bylaws. However, in the event the Annual Meeting of Members is held outside the state of California, a Board meeting may be held at the same time and place.

Regular Meetings

4.09. Regular monthly Board Meetings shall be held via telephone conference calls.

Special Meetings

4.10. Special meetings of the Board may be called by the Chairman of the Board or the President or any Vice-President or the Secretary or any two Directors. Special meetings may be held on ten days' notice by first-class mail, postage prepaid, or on 48 hours' notice delivered personally or by telephone, including a voice messaging system or other system or technology designed to record and communicate messages, telegraph, facsimile, electronic mail, or other electronic means.

Notice of the special meeting need not be given to any Director who signs a waiver of notice or written consent to holding the meeting, or an approval of the minutes of the meeting, whether before or after the meeting, or who attends the meeting without protesting the lack of notice to that Director either before or at the commencement of the meeting. All waivers, consents, and approvals must be filed with the corporate records or made a part of the minutes of the meetings.

Quorum

4.11. A majority of the authorized number of Directors constitutes a quorum of the Board for the transaction of business, except as otherwise provided in these Bylaws.

Conduct of Meetings

4.12. The Chairman of the Board or, in his or her absence, any Director selected by the Directors then present will preside at meetings of the Board of Directors. The Secretary of the Corporation or, in the Secretary's absence, any person appointed by the presiding officer will act as Secretary of the Board. Members of the Board may participate in a meeting through use of conference telephone or similar communications equipment, as long as all members participating in the meeting can hear one another. This participation constitutes personal presence at the meeting.

Filling Vacancies by Directors

4.13. Vacancies on the Board of Directors may be filled by approval of the Board of Directors, or, if the number of Directors then in office is less than a quorum, by (1) the unanimous written consent of the Directors then in office; (2) the affirmative vote of a majority of the Directors then in office at a meeting held pursuant to notice or waivers of notice, or (3) a sole remaining Director.

Filling Vacancies by Members

4.14. Vacancies created by removal of Directors may only be filled by the approval of the members within the meaning of Corporations Code Section 5034. The members may elect a Director at any time to fill any vacancy not filled by the Directors.

ARTICLE V
OFFICERS

Number and Titles

5.01. The officers of the Corporation shall be a President (who shall be the Chairman of the Board of Directors) , a Vice-President, a Secretary, a Chief Financial Officer, and those other officers with such titles and duties as determined by the Board. The President is the general manager and chief executive officer of the Corporation. Any number of offices may be held by the same person, except that neither the Secretary nor the Chief Financial Officer may serve concurrently as the President.

Appointment and Resignation

5.02. The officers will be chosen by the Board and serve at the pleasure of the Board. Officers may resign at any time.

ARTICLE VI
CORPORATE RECORDS, REPORTS, AND SEAL

Keeping Records

6.01. The Corporation must keep adequate and correct records of account and minutes of the proceedings of its members, Board, and committees of the Board. The Corporation must also keep a record of its members giving their names and addresses and the class of membership held by each. The minutes, books and records will be kept in either written form or in any other form capable of being converted into written form.

Annual Report

6.02. The Corporation will notify each member yearly of the member's right to receive a financial report pursuant to Corporations Code Section 8321(a). Except when the Corporation does not have more than 100 members or more than $10,000 in assets at any time during the fiscal year, on the written request of a member, the board must promptly cause the most recent annual report to be sent to the requesting member. The annual report will be prepared not later than 120 days after the close of the Corporation's fiscal year. The annual report must contain in appropriate detail all the information required by Corporations Code Section 8321(a), specifically,

(1) A balance sheet as of the end of the fiscal year and an income statement and statement of changes in financial position for the fiscal year;
(2) A statement of the place where the names and addresses of the current members are located; and
(3) Any information concerning certain transactions and indemnifications required by Corporations Code Section 8322.

(4) An annual Executive Summary, a Club Financial Report, and Membership Report shall be presented at the Annual General Meeting.

The annual report should be accompanied by any report of independent accountants. However, if there is no report by independent accountants, the certificate of any authorized officer of the Corporation that the statements were prepared without audit from the books and records of the Corporation must accompany the annual report.

Annual Statement of Certain Transactions and Indemnifications

6.03. The Corporation must furnish annually to its members a statement of any transaction or indemnification described in Corporations Code Section 8322(d) and (e), if that transaction or indemnification took place. The annual statement must be affixed to and sent with the annual report described in Section 6.02 of these Bylaws.

Amendments

6.04. These Bylaws may be amended or repealed by a majority vote of the Owner Members present, provided a quorum exists, at any annual or special meeting of the Owner Members, duly convened after notice of that purpose, in accordance with these Bylaws.

Corporate Seal

6.05. The Board of Directors will adopt a corporate seal in the following form and design: "Bigfoot Owners Club International, Incorporated, California , May 15, 2003". The Secretary will maintain custody of the seal and affix it in all appropriate cases to all corporate documents. However, the failure to affix the seal does not affect the validity of any instrument.

Dissolution

In the event of dissolution of the corporation the assets shall be transferred to another California non-profit corporation subject to the approval of the California Attorney General.

CERTIFICATE OF SECRETARY

I hereby certify that I am the duly elected and acting Secretary of this corporation and that the foregoing Bylaws, comprising 9 pages, constitute the Bylaws of this corporation as revised at a annual general meeting of the Bigfoot Owners Club International membership held in Colorado Springs, Colorado on September 16, 2009.


________________________________


Dolores Westfall, Secretary

Attachments – History of Amendments to BOCI Bylaws

HISTORY OF AMENDMENTS TO BOCI BYLAWS

April 22, 2005, at a Special (electronic) Meeting of Members, after Notice to all members, the Bylaws were amended to change the date and location of the 2005 Annual Meeting to coincide with that year's Annual Rally, from May 7 to July 27, 2005, at 3:00 P.M., at the Astoria/Seaside KOA Kampground, 1100 Ridge Road , Hammond , Oregon 97121 .

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July 27, 2005 , at the Annual Meeting, Section 2.01 of the Bylaws was amended to read as follows:

"2.01. The Corporation will have three classes of members, Owner Members, Associate Members and Dealer Members. Owner Members of the Corporation are those persons, businesses, or families owning a Bigfoot Motorhome, Bigfoot travel trailer or Bigfoot camper. An Owner Member is entitled to but a single "vote in all corporate matters. Associate Members of the Corporation are those persons or businesses approved by the Board of Directors who provide a product of interest to Bigfoot owners or otherwise have an interest in Bigfoot products but do not qualify as an Owner Member. Dealer Members of the Corporation are those persons or businesses approved by Bigfoot Industries, Ltd. as a dealer of Bigfoot products.

Bigfoot owners who have received a free initial membership must submit the "Complimentary Membership Application" (found on the BOCI website at http://www.bigfootowners.com/together with the required contact information, in order to activate their membership and become an "Owner Member". Until that application is submitted to BOCI such owners are inactive members and are not entitled to the benefits of membership as an "Owner Member""

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July 27, 2005 , at the Annual Meeting, Section 3.03 was amended to delete the following:

3.03. The members will meet annually on the first Saturday in May in each year beginning with the year 2005 at 12:00 P.M. Noon for the purpose of transacting proper business as may come before the meeting, including the election of Directors for the terms as are fixed in Section 4.03 of these Bylaws. If the day fixed for the annual meeting of members falls on a legal holiday, the meeting will be held at the same hour and place on the next succeeding day.

And to substitute the following language:

3.03. The members will meet annually no earlier than May 1 and no later than September 30 of each year (to coincide with the Annual rally if one is held), the actual date and location to be determined by the Board of Directors and Notice thereof shall be sent to all Members in accordance with these Bylaws.


September 18, 2008, at the Annual Meeting, Section 2.07 of the Bylaws was amended to delete the following:

Inspection Rights of Members
2.07. Any member may inspect and copy the record of all the members' names, addresses, and voting rights, at reasonable times, on five business days' prior written demand on the Corporation, which must state the purpose for which the inspection rights are requested. The information in the membership records is limited to use by the members for legitimate purposes related to membership issues of the corporation and may not be sold or otherwise disseminated to non members

And to substitute the following language:

Communications Among Members & Officers
2.07. In order to support Bigfoot Industries’ Privacy Policy and comply with members’ requests that their information not be disclosed, BOCI shall create a topic in the BOCI FORUM on the BOCI Website (http://www.bigfootowners.com/) entitled “BOCI BUSINESS” as a means of facilitating communications among members and with the BOCI Officers.

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September 18, 2008, at the Annual Meeting, Section 3.08 was amended to delete the following:

Quorum
3.08. A quorum at any meeting of members consists of 15 percent of the Owner Members, represented in person or by proxy
And substitute the following language:

Quorum
3.08. A quorum at any meeting of members consists of 50% plus one, with a minimum of thirty, of the Owner Members registered to attend the meeting

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September 18, 2008, at the Annual Meeting, Section 3.12 was amended to delete the following Section:

Cumulative Voting
3.12. Every member entitled to vote at any election of the Directors may cumulate their votes and give one candidate a number of votes equal to the number of Directors to be elected multiplied by the number of votes to which the member is entitled, or distribute the member's votes on the same principle among as many candidates as the member thinks fit.

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September 18, 2008, at the Annual Meeting, Section 3.13 was amended to delete the following Section:

Proxy Voting

3.13 Members entitled to vote, have the right to vote either in person or by a written proxy executed by that member or his or her duly authorized agent and filed with the Secretary of the Corporation, except as otherwise expressly provided in the Articles of Incorporation or these Bylaws. However, a proxy is not valid after the expiration of 11 months from the date of its issuance unless otherwise stated in the proxy. The maximum term of any proxy is 3 years from the date of its execution. Every proxy continues in full force and effect until revoked by the person executing it before the vote.

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November 18, 2008, revised section 1.01 by removing 309 Roundhill Court, Roseville, CA, 95747 and replaced with 362 Irwin Street, San Rafael, California 94901 as the Principle Office of the Corporation. This revision is authorized in Section 1.02 and the new office is that of the new president for the term of 2009 and 2010. =========================================================

September 16, 2009, at the Annual Meeting, the following sections were amended:

Classification and Qualification of Members

2.01. The Corporation will have three classes of members, Owner Members, Associate Members and Dealer Members. Owner Members of the Corporation are those persons, businesses, or families owning a Bigfoot Motorhome, Bigfoot travel trailer or Bigfoot camper. An Owner Member is entitled to but a single vote in all corporate matters. Associate Members of the Corporation are those persons or businesses approved by the Board of Directors who provide a product of interest to Bigfoot owners or otherwise have an interest in Bigfoot products but do not qualify as an Owner Member. Dealer Members of the Corporation are those persons or businesses approved by Bigfoot Industries, Ltd. as a dealer of Bigfoot products.

Bigfoot owners who have received a free initial membership must submit the "Complimentary Membership Application" (found on the BOCI website at http://www.bigfootowners.com/) together with the required contact information, in order to activate their membership and become an "Owner Member". Until that application is submitted to BOCI such owners are inactive members and are not entitled to the benefits of membership as an "Owner Member"

Ø Removed reference to the now defunct Bigfoot Industries Limited.

Ø Clarified membership categories

Ø Clarified voting rights.

Ø Reworded to include all Bigfoot recreational vehicles

BOCI Business in the Forum

2.07. In order to support Bigfoot Industries’ Privacy Policy and comply with members’ requests that their information not be disclosed, BOCI shall create a topic in the BOCI Forum on the BOCI Website (http://www.bigfootowners.com/) entitled “BOCI BUSINESS” as a means of communication between members and the BOCI Officers, and among members.

Ø Removed reference to Bigfoot Industries Ltd.

ARTICLE III - MEETINGS OF MEMBERS - Quorum

3.08. A quorum at any meeting of members consists of 50% plus one, with a minimum of thirty) of the Owner Members registered to attend the meeting.

Ø Removed redundancy - clarification only.

Voting of Membership

3.09. Except as provided in Section 3.12 of these Bylaws authorizing cumulative voting at the election of Directors, an Owner Member is entitled to but one vote on each matter submitted to a vote of the members. Neither Associate Members nor Dealer Members are entitled to vote on any matter submitted to a vote of the members. Voting may be in person, by proxy or by electronic means, including using the corporation's website or email.

Ø Clarification and the removal of reference to previously deleted section on cumulative voting (18 September 2008).

Conduct of Meetings--Chairman

3.14. The President of the Corporation or, in his or her absence, any other person chosen by a majority of the voting members present in person or by proxy, will be Chairman of and preside over the meetings of the members.

Ø Removed reference to proxy voting eliminated 18 September 2008

Ø Added reference to Robert’s Rules.

ARTICLE IV - DIRECTORS - Terms of Office

4.03. Each Director holds office for two years, except that two of the five Directors to be elected in the year 2004 will hold office for one year, until the next annual meeting of members, and until the Director's successor is elected and qualifies.

Ø Wording up-dated.

Election

4.05. The Directors will be elected at each annual meeting. The first election for Directors in 2004 will take place during the month of June. The candidates receiving the highest number of votes up to the number of Directors to be elected are elected. Directors are eligible for reelection, provided they continue to meet the qualifications required by these Bylaws. :

Ø Removed outdated references.

Regular Meetings

4.09. Regular meetings will not be held. :

Ø Added requirement for regular Executive contact and planning sessions.

ARTICLE VI - CORPORATE RECORDS, REPORTS, AND SEAL - Annual Report

6.02. The Corporation will notify each member yearly of the member's right to receive a financial report pursuant to Corporations Code Section 8321(a). Etc………………….

Ø Added a bullet 4) requiring financial and activity reporting at the Annual General Meeting.

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Become A Member

Bigfoot Owners Club Membership Services

Membership Dues:

1. Owner Member:
$20US per calendar year

2. Associate member:
$35US per calendar year

3. Dealer member:
$50US per calendar year

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Annual payment of Club dues enables persons or organizations to become active members and to be entitled to all rights and privileges of the Club. Renewal Dues from Club members become due and payable on the 1st day of January of each year.

Please complete the Online Application and submit payment via PayPal or send your check to BOCI Headquarters.

OR

Print out the Member Application - 20Kb PDF and mail along with your check to BOCI Headquarters.

Expiration of your Owners, Associate or Dealers membership is December 31st of the year of your membership.

Upon receipt of your application and payment we will activate your choice of a Username and a Password so you can start enjoying the many features of the BOCI website. Please be patient as this may take 1 to 2 weeks.

MEMBERSHIP DESCRIPTIONS:

Owner Member: (family) Maintains ownership of a Bigfoot RV product. Has voting priviledges and may be elected or appointed to Officer/Director status. Current membership is required to attend all BOCI rallies and functions. (event fees may apply).

Associate Member: Any company or individual offering after market products of interest to Bigfoot owners. Holds no voting priviledges and may not hold an Officer/Director position in BOCI. May attend all Rallies and functions.(event fees may apply).

Dealer Member: An authorized Bigfoot Industries Dealership. Closest dealer to a BOCI Rally or Function has the right of first refusal to attend, display, and/or present at that event (event fees may apply) Holds no voting priviledges and may not hold an Officer/Director position in BOCI.

Individuals considering the purchase of a Bigfoot RV product may apply for temporary access to the "Members Only" section of the BOCI website. This priviledge is granted to assist you with your your purchase decision. The Discussion Forum contained in this section is a great source of information about the Bigfoot product line and the Bigfoot Owners Club International. Please submit your request for temporary access to .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)

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About BOCI

BOCI ("BO-CHEE") was formed as an I.R.S. authorized member benefit non-profit corporation (501-C7) for Bigfoot owners and dealers. Associate memberships are available to qualifying companies and individuals who provide products or service of interest to our Owner Members and are approved by the Membership Chair Person. Our mission is to provide information related to Bigfoot products and BOCI activities in addition to numerous other features of interest to the Bigfoot Owner. Our Annual Rally & Business Meeting is held at venues selected by the Board of Directors. In addition, numerous Mini-Rallies are also held throughout the year on a smaller scale at locations selected by the members. Membership is Internationally available.

A major benefit for club members is access to the "Members Only" section of this website. Our Forum contained in this section is a valuable library of technical and social information related to the Bigfoot lifestyle. There are presently approximately 9,000 postings in the Forum offering a member the ability to "Search" for specific information or post a question in any of the Forum sections. Membership will also give you exclusive access to other club benefits, including our Classified Section, Fuel Price Trackers, Rally Reports, Travel Links, and a Photo Gallery containing hundreds of pictures of our members, their rigs and modifications to them. There is also a Bigfoot RV Dealer Locator available on the web site.

Benefits of Membership:

Become A Member:

Click here to download our Application Form or apply online using PayPal.

Membership Dues:

1. Owner Member: $20US per calendar year

2. Associate member: $35US per calendar year

3. Dealer member: $50US per calendar year

Annual payment of Club dues enables persons or organizations to become active members and to be entitled to all rights and privileges of the Club, as specified above. Renewal Dues from Club members become due and payable on the 1st day of January of each year.

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