Membership Information
GCOS Membership
Membership dues are now due for the 2023 calendar year.
We invite all Orchid Enthusiasts and those newly interested to join us in a meeting or two to see what we are all about. If you find our organization beneficial to your life and the world then we encourage you to become a member.1
Membership Fees
Updated 01/17/2023
Individual membership $30
Family membership $35
Student membership $10
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Membership Documents
Membership forms and policy information available for download below
Some Membership Benefits
8 membership meetings, each with an educational program.
8 beginners sessions which include growing culture of orchids.
Ability to purchase potting materials at wholesale prices.
Free admission to our two annual orchid shows for society volunteers
Provides a great opportunity to see great orchid displays, display your orchids, and buy unusual orchids and supplies from vendors.
Member priority registration for all day
Monthly newsletters.
December Holiday party (drinks and main dish provided).
Participation in other orchid events, field trips, greenhouse visits, etc.
Mentoring from other orchid lovers who can give you great tips on growing orchids in our region.
Help on how to solve problems or prevent them!
Opportunities to travel with friends to orchid conventions.
Opportunity to be involved in meaningful orchid conservation!
Occasional opportunities for group discount purchases.
Join GCOS
Individual membership $30 Family membership $35
Student membership $10
Conservation
GCOS Conservation
The main threat to orchid survival is the wholesale destruction of their natural habitat. Orchid habitat is being rapidly consumed by deforestation, agriculture, industry and development. Many orchids that once grew freely in nature have all but disappeared outside of cultivation. Orchid hobbyists and growers may be the best hope of preserving some endangered orchids.
Conservation Information
To learn more about orchid conservation, see our handout below Orchid Conservation and You.
Help Our Cause
Your support and contributions will enable us to meet our goals and improve conditions. Your generous donation will fund our mission.