Next meeting Tuesday April 14, 2026 - Kristen Uthus of New World Orchids
Next meeting Tuesday April 14, 2026 - Kristen Uthus of New World Orchids

Membership dues are now due for the 2026 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
For 2026 or 2026 and 2027
Individual 1 year membership is $30
Individual 2 year membership is $55
Family 1 year membership $35
Family 2 year membership is $65
Student 1 year membership is $15
Student 2 year membership is $25
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.
Membership forms are available for download below.
To join GCOS, download the membership form below
and either mail it along with the dues,
turn it in at a meeting or email it
or use links above to pay and google doc fillable form .