Nationals Q & A. Click on question!
What are the Nationals?
- The POC family consists of individual groups that are located in various
cities. POCAtlanta is one of those individual groups in the POC family. Once a
year the entire family from across the nation gather together in a sponsoring
city. This year that gathering is occurring in our city of Atlanta.
How often are these events held?
- These nationals are held once yearly, typically the 3rd weekend in June.
This year, 2009, the event is going to be June 19-20. We are looking forward to
enjoying your company at our event.
How do I participate?
- Your participation is very welcomed and we are excited to meet you! You can
participate by attending and/or volunteering.
I'd like to volunteer or donate, but I don't
know how.
- We need all the volunteers that we can get. Hosting these nationals require
a lot of time and thought. Every year we offer our out of town guests a bag of
goodies that we call a "goody" bag. We ask our members to donate good towards
this bag. It can be promotional items from your employer, postcards, hand
lotions, and any other item that you can think of that a guest may enjoy having.
You can also contact the committee directly by sending us an e-mail.
Are the nationals expensive?
- POCAtlanta is aware of the current economic conditions and have tried to
make a schedule that would allow even those with a modest budget to participate.
We are offering "ala carte" events that those who wish to indulge further. We
also offer advice on how to cut expenses for those with a tight budget.
Who can you expect to see at the Nationals?
- You can expect to see other people from different states who share your
medical condition. The stats say that 1 out of four share this condition. It's
time to meet those who men and women that can relate to you.
Are these events open to the public?
- No. These events are not open to the public. We do consider this to be an
"open" event as registrants are allowed to bring their spouses. Some of our
members have been able to find love outside of our POC circle and many of these
couples have gotten married, had families and those members wish to be in
attendance to provide hope for others and to see old friends. We don't allow
"casual" dating spouses to attend we allow "SIGNIFICANT" others. If you need are
uncertain if your "significant" other qualifies, please
contact us.
Are children allowed?
- No. this is a GROWN and SEXY event and many of the activities listed are not
considered child friendly. We are sorry if this inconveniences you and hope that
you will still be able to attend.
Are there rules for the Nationals and what
are they?
- Yes, there are rules for the events. Our parent site Hfreedom Network has
provided the rules
here for your review.
I would like to attend, where do I start?
- We are elated with your decision to join us. You can begin by check out our
registration FAQ page to gather information about the first step.
Registering. There you can make arrangements to pay your registration fees and
find out what all is covered by the fees. Next be sure to reserve your
hotel room,
and book your flight. If you require a roommate please be sure to put a post
under the appropriate thread in our
forum.
If you are an Atlanta local and wish to come be sure to pay your registration
fees as well. It is a requirement.