Bears Magazine
August 2013
Welcome guys, this is your first newsletter for a while. Hopefully you will enjoy and maybe finds photos of yourself and friends. The newsletter has been a while in the making as we have struggled to find people with the skills and time to be the editors, as well as trying to get content. I bet you know where we are heading – yup you’re right – we are looking for a magazine editor and some great articles or even not so great articles - even some pictures, funnies anything! Even though we had a lot of enthusiasm (in bursts) and a few stops and starts we have finally got something together. It may not be the highest quality and more than likely has a few typos, but we thought it was more important to get something out without losing another few months. If you can help us out by becoming the editor or a helper then that would be fantastic. If you can help (I’m sure you can!) could you please contact Glenn or Owen we would be very grateful. As to the content – I’m afraid it’s mainly pictures sprinkled with the odd words and articles. We have the mandatory words from the President and the financials from the treasurer (boring!) But it did fill another page.
Contact us :
I would like to thanks the contributors and various editors and helpers for helping getting the mag back on the road. – Alexei, Gary, Isaac, Glenn, and Steve.
Owen (latest Editor )
Bears Mobile 0487 - 595 - 627
At the back is a calendar… and IMPORTANTLY details of the Bears Perth 20th Birthday.
Bears Perth : info@bearsperth.org Bears President : President@bearsperth.org Bears Newsletter Editor : Editor@bearsperth.org Bears Perth Inc. P.O. Box 885 Mt. Lawley W.A. 6929
As a reminder, Bears Perth aims to provide a comfortable environment for socializing and meeting new men and making friends. You don’t have to be big, hairy or bearded to be welcome! We meet for Den Nights on the 2nd Saturday and the 4th Friday of the month at Loton Park Tennis Club, corner of Bulwer and Lord St, Highgate.
Our Yearly events list and upcoming event details are posted at the top of http:// www.bearsperth.org page followed by less recent events going down the page. We have a Twitter and Facebook page. So you want to know more about Bears Perth Inc? You can discover where we began, our constitution and who is on the committee at the above web address.
Bear Essential Reading (the boring stuff)
The President’s Report Hi
Guys, hope this finds you all
well. I was elected as your president at April’s AGM this year, My vision is to see this club return to it’s former strength of a few years ago. I alone cannot do this, our club needs the support of yourselves, and any more encouragement you can give to your friends etc. to come and join us would be great. Your committee, has organized the year of events ahead and would like you all to look at what is planned and mark them on your calendar as not to forget what's coming up. We’ll also be returning to a mail out of a newsletter as well more frequent flyers, to help inform
and remind people of what's happening. The committee this year is at full strength with the highest number of volunteers helping. So, please guys do show them a little bit of thanks and encouragement. We’re all donating our time and effort so that you can enjoy a place to meet other similar guys in a safe, enjoyable venue as well as a comfortable socializing environment. Hope to see you all soon. Hugs Glenn
The Treasurer’s Report My name is Owen and I am the keeper of the “books”. Bears Perth Inc (BPI) as an incorporated body has to keep financial records that are available to the membership and have sufficient controls to ensure all expenditure is used for and on the behalf of BPI. The Club’s financial year is the calendar year.
Opening and Closing Balances 2013 Month
Opening
Closing
Net Cash Flow
JANUARY
$4,350.98
$5,239.98
$889.00
FEBRUARY
$5,239.98
$4,715.12
-$524.86
MARCH
$4,715.12
$6,809.83
$2,094.71
APRIL
$6,809.83
$5,929.85
-$879.98
MAY
$5,929.85
$6,111.70
$181.85
JUNE
$6,111.70
$6,270.54
$158.84
JULY
$6,270.54
$6,734.04
$463.50
Above is the cash flow for the first six months of the year. As you can see when are reasonably financial, but the big expenses are yet to come, in particular Mr West Oz Bear. If anyone has any questions on the Club’s finances please give me a call or email. Owen
Bear have erections—whoops elections
AGM 2013 Elections
Bears Perth Inc (BPI) AGM was held on the20th April 2013, at Loton Park.. The following were appointed / elected to form the 2013/ 2104 Bears Perth Committee
President:
Glenn Dale
Vice President:
Owen Peters
Secretary:
Pascale Amberville - Colby
Treasurer:
Owen Peters
General Committee Steven Crawford Kevin Davies Jeff Knock Garry Martin
Alexei Romanov Skip Ryper Unfortunately, Kevin Davies has retired from the Committee for personal reasons..
The profiles of the Committee members can be found on the following pages. Please do not hesitate in contacting any of the Committee if you have concerns or suggestions to make BPI a better Club for the members.
Anyone can join the Bears Committee at any stage. If you are interested in helping out the Club come along and be part of the Committee. The Committee meets at 7:30pm on the first Monday of the month at Loton Park
Bear Rouges Gallery Committee Profiles Club President Hi my name is Glenn Dale, I am currently your President for 2013/2014, I have been a member of Bears Perth since early 2002 and have served as Treasurer for 8 years and then having a year break from the committee. I rejoined the committee in 2011, Most of you will probably know me as one of the bar staff on den nights and am famous for my Chicken Sandwiches served over the past 10 years or so (LOL). I am now 53 years old and have been out in the gay scene for the last 17 years.
Vice President / Treasurer My name is Owen Peters, but most people call me “OP” I am your Vice President & Club Treasurer. A bit of my background — I am retired and joined Bears Perth in 2011. I was told to go and meet other people after coming out, I tried Connections and the Court — yuk. Saw Bears advertised at the Pride Festival and the rest is history. I met my partner, Darryl, at Bears.
Secretary Hi my name is Pascale Amberville - Colby I am your club secretary. When I returned home to Perth early this year, I felt it was time to come back home to Bears Perth, and to the old stopping grounds. This is a wonderful organization where we are celebrating our 20th anniversary later this year. Bears Perth has a proud history of supporting charities plus has been a strong corner stone within the GLBT community. During my downtime, I love to travel, play tennis & golf. I have been committed to toastmasters International for the past few years. I am glad to be back & look forward to the year ahead and being in the service to Bears Perth.
Alexei Romanov - General Committee Member Hi there, my name is Alexei & I am your newsletter co-publisher. I was born in Zürich, Switzerland & moved to Sydney with my family as a young teenager. After high school I went toThe National Institute of Dramatic Art and the university of N.S.W. where I got my Masters degree in film editing, lighting, makeup, and programming. Shortly after graduation in Sydney I came to Perth to resume & complete my studies at Western Australian Academy of Performing Arts (WAAPA) .
I enjoy travel, classical music & opera, I enjoy portrait painting, great food, bushy walks, weight lifting, movies, dinning out, paintballing, motorized gocarting and horse riding.
More Rouge Bears Committee Profiles Cont. Steve Crawford General Committee Member Hi I’m Steven, I enjoy many different sports and activities, I like catching up with friends for dinner, travel, camping outdoors. All music, except classical! I moved back from Sydney in 2004 and I joined Bears in 2009. For the last three years I have been on the Bears Committee as a general committee person in order to increase my involvement with this group. I really enjoy parade/marches, participating in functions, helping out with events and I also like to socialize as well as being one of the many event photographers for the regular get-togethers.
Jeff Knock - General Committee Member My name is Jeff, I've been coming along to Bears now for over twelvemonths, I enjoy the company and socializing with men of similar interests. I work in Human Services and have 3 dogs. I am also a keen gardener and like doing up houses.
Skip Ryper - General Committee Member / Web Master I joined Bears in 2005 and I have been on Bears Perth Committee since 2006. I started helping with the BPI website in 2005 and setup the first Bears picture gallery in 2006. I have written content for the Newsletter. Over the years I have taken part in a few Pride Parades (e.g. Polar Bears entry, and Village People entry). I have been at most Den Nights usually on the late bar shift. In 2012 was my first year as club President, & 2013 I was voted in as a General Committee Person / Club Web Master, so you will be seeing me at the door and of course making the regular updates on Facebook plus our clubs web page. I look forward to another year supporting Bears Perth.
Gary Martin - General Committee Member This is my 20th year on the committee and during that time I have filled the role of vice-president, Newsletter Editor Webmaster and Photographer. I now help with the catering with assistance from Franz my life-long partner whom I met at a bears event in 1993.
Bears Getting Older by the Day
Bears Birthday list JULY Brad, C. (582) Christopher, T. (479) Gary, T. (482) John, M. (458) Nigel, C. (25) Robert, H. (608) AUGUST Adrian, C. (581) Brian, M. (121) Don, M. (106) Graham, S. (345) Greg, G. (605) Richard, E. (558) Roger, P. (539) Skip, R. (179) SEPTEMBER
Birthdays
Andrew, F. (237) Christopher, V. (493) Daryl, C. (648) Del, F. (34) Greg, D. (385) John, T. (235) Jose, N. (441) Michael, G. (647) Monty, M. (137) Owen, P. (596) Ray, W. (138) OCTOBER Bill, B. (12) Gary, M. (5) Ian, P. (185) Jeffrey, R. (571) Jim, M. (496) Ray, C. (484) Ryan, G. (638) Sam, M. (456) Victor, M. (111) Vimilo, T. (649)
HUGZZZZ Guys – Have a great Birthday
Bears in the Nuddy
Events - UnderBear Party As part of Mr West Oz , Bears hold n “UnderBear Party at Loton part. Bears strip to minimalistic attire and strut their stuff. The contestants for Mr West Oz Bear try to impress the judges by selling the most raffle tickets and keeping the Bears entertained ::-) This is traditionally is the most popular event on the Bears Calendar
The Bear King - Kevin! Mr. West Oz Bear Hi Guys, over the next few pages are photos from Mr. Oz Bear being hosted at the Connections Night Club in Feb 2013 And the winner was KEVIN!!!!
The Judges
Bears Acting UP Mr. West Oz Bear Cont.
Events - Bears at Attennn-shun! Uniform Night - Lest We Forget In homage of Anzac Day, Bears Perth held its annual “Uniform Den night” on the 26th April. There were around 50 guys who attended this event in remembrance; it was great to see so many familiar faces plus some new faces. It was great to see so many “bears” in uniform in remembrance of our diggers who had fallen, gave the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom. On the night, Alexei won “Chase the Bear” ($200) and Brian D. won best dressed. This was the first event organized by the new Committee. We were proud that it ran so well—great food, great music, but best of all the “Bears” had a great time. I like to take this time to thank the Committee for their time and effort in making this event such a success. Glenn Dale
Event - Karaoke Bears
Village People Den Night
Bears Perth held a ‘Village People Themed’ event for your Friday Den Night, May 24th 2013 @ Loton Park Club House. Doors were open at 9pm. Great turn out with many members arriving in costume, not surprisingly the most popular character was the LeatherMan. We had around 45 people turn up throughout the night... The Best Costume was won by Graeme, for his superb impersonation of the Leather-man. His efforts won him a cool bottle of wine “Nice one mate”. Chase The Bear was won by Paul Curran, although it was only a huge $25, as Alexei Romanov had won it previously and scored $225... *CONGRATULATIONS* to all the lucky winners! Thanks again for all of those who attended this event. As well, a huge thank you to your committee members for supplying the merchandise including the raffle prize.
Glenn Dale
Events - Bears at the feeding Trough
“Soup de Jour” Sunday June 9th 2013, The Bears Perth Club hosted a social event at the home of Martin and Committee President Glenn Dale. his event was BYO alcohol, a beautiful dinner had been provided. “I would usually be more at ease with a barbeque or a roast, so this was my first attempt at hosting a Sunday ‘Soup’ Social. Around 22 people attended With the help of Jeff we produced four different styles of soups for the meal. Pea and Ham, Tomato, Potato & Leak and Pumpkin, with the help of a few loaves of crusty bread everyone had their fill. A right regular “Bear Fest” or should that be “Bear Feast”. But wait there was more…Dessert! Pavlova and two cheesecakes from Jeff and a gorgeous apple crumble supplied by both C.J. and Jeff. Many thanks to all the guys who were able to help out, and make the event a great success.. Glenn Dale & Steven
Event - Aren’t we Pretty boys
Boots IV - Leather Night Bears Perth held a Den Night/Event at Loton Park Tennis Club doors were opened at 9 pm. Boots leather Night for 2013 was held on the 28th of June we had a great roll up90% were dressed in some form of leather attire. The best dressed award was won by Paul Curran who was not only dressed from head to toe in leather, but he also had on a long leather overcoat. The raffle prizes were kindly donated by Jeff and C J, one of which was a 12inch chocolate bear) Garry won on the night!. We had a total of 49 people attend this event. Well done guys!! Hugs Glenn.
Events - Bears playing with their balls. Bowling at Rose Mount Bowls On Sunday July 14th 2013, Bears Perth held a social event at Rosemount Bowling Centre which Is located on Fitzgerald Street North Perth. The event started at 4pm where 30 bears were able to participate. Everyone enjoyed themselves and lots of fun was had by all :) There were 8 teams that competed & the prizes awarded are as follows: Lowest Individual Score - Christopher T. Highest Individual Score - Robert Hughes Highest Team Score - Team 7 Trevor, David, John, Vinko & Isaac) The Highest 20 individual scores will make up the 4 teams of 5 for the Bears Vs. Lesbian Space on Sun August 11th at Rosemount Bowling Centre.
Events - Bears kicking arse at Hibearnation Kevin Davies Represents BPI at Vic Bears Southern Hibearnation
Kevin Davies currently holds the title of Mr. West Oz Bear 2013. This event was held at the Connections Night Club in Northbridge earlier this year on Saturday 23rd of February. He wishes to thank everyone at Connection’s and the promoters of Mr. West Oz Bear for this amazing award. More recently though Kevin was able to attend Mr. Australasia Bear 2013 in Victoria. His partner Peter supported him during this national competition held at the Laird Hotel in Abbotsford Melbourne, on Saturday the 15th of June. “Leading up to Mr. Australasia Bear there were loads of social events and we were lucky enough to meet heaps of amazing people, plus we made many new friends as well. Every opportunity I got while competing in Victoria I was more than proud to promote Western Australia & Mr. West Oz Bear. The night of the competition was totally exhilarating. All the contestants were very supportive of each other. What a great bunch of guys! Kevin The first prize & title of Mr. Australasia Bear went to Lucian who happens to be from New Zealand, which is also my home country. I was glad about this, though even more surprised and overjoyed to be awarded the first ever title of ‘Mr. Congeniality 2013’ at the Southern Hibearnation/Mr. Australasia Bear Competition! This new award came from all of the competitors via a proxy, thanks guys you all rock! The competition was hard work, but so much fun. At one event all the competitors had to raise money for two different charitable organizations, selling raffle tickets any we felt necessary, this led to lots of flirtation and other suggestive moves. A lot of fun had by all. Photos taken at all the Hibearnation events are on the VicBears web site, great viewing J. This experience has to be one of the biggest highlights of my life to date. I wish to thank VicBears, The Laird Hotel and all the Southern Hibearnation Promoters for an amazing event. I will be attending future Southern Hibearnation events and if any of you get the chance to go, I fully recommend you do.” Kevin Davies
Congratulation from the Committee and Members to Kevin for winning Mr Congeniality at HiBearnation
Bears Playing Around?
Had a lot of play this season? We can all have our on and off seasons. Sometimes we end up sitting on the sidelines while other times we are busy playing the field and barely have a chance to rest. But the more we play, the more we need to maintain our equipment; and in this context that means testing. For many guys, how often we should test may not be something we are very familiar with!. More often than not, testing may be one of those things that we can easily forget about or just put off for a while. We may go for an HIV and STI test when we have a symptom like discharge or an itch, or some uncertainty from an encounter. But when things “seem” alright it’s not that uncommon to just simply forget or put off testing. Regardless of why we may or may not test, there are some pretty straight forward points to keep in mind to help us figure out how often we should test. These are level of risk, what we did, number of sexual partners, and other events such as entering into a relationship, Depending on these factors, the general rule of thumb is that guys will fall into one of three testing periods; once a year, twice a year or every three months. Of course the greater the risk and higher number of partners means the more often we test. Guys that have ten or more casual partners in 6 months should aim to test every 3 months. If you have between 2 and 9 partners in a 6 month period test twice a year, and if you have had one partner it is still advisable to test yearly. Regardless of the kind of sex we have, if condoms are not used, there can always be some level of risk of HIV or STI’s. If we have a few casual partners, but engage in higher risk activities, we may want to test more frequently. While it is excellent practice to get into a testing routine, things happen. If you feel you have put yourself at risk or notice symptoms such as discharge, rashes, bumps etc., you don’t need to wait for your next routine test, just make an appointment to get tested. So remember if you want to stay on your game then take care of your equipment. For information on where you can go for an HIV and STI test go to itest.org.au or call 9482 0000. Or call the M Clinic (for men who have sex with men) at 9227 0734 - Tony Bober
Sponsors - Bears supporting our sponsors
Court Hotel - Quiz Night The Court hotel has responded with customer feedback asking for more nights aimed towards a mature audience. QUIZ night at the Court hotel starts is on Thursday nights at 7:30PM. So - You asked for it and now it’s here! The Court QUIZ night is about to shake up, twist about and mind bend your Thursday nights. Join us for a hilarious night of mind boggling trivia fun each and every Thursday night and win great prizes (and not just for the winners!). Plus each and every week we’re raising funds and awareness for different community groups. Enjoy food and drink specials each week including delicious seafood platter for 2 for just $39. And our famous steak and drinks deal. The Quiz room opens at 7pm and questions start at 7:30. Check out our Facebook page for more information including ways you can win free drink vouchers just by being there
Inxtasy is a WA owned business that offers a wide range of adult wares, from cock rings to hard choreographic magazines. They have two fantastic stores that are located in Belmont and Mt Lawley. To all members of Perth Bears, by showing your Club membership Card at the time of purchase you will receive a full 10% discount off the price of most items in the store. The management of the Inxtasy chain has come to an agreement with Bears to supply a prize to be raffled off at Special calendared Events
Mt Lawley 5/567 Beaufort St Mt Lawley WA 6050
Belmont (Head Office) Shop 1, 132 Epsom Ave Belmont WA 6104
Tel: (08) 9228 2269
Tel: (08) 9478 3806 Fax: (08) 9478 5012
(Corner of Vincent St & Beaufort St) TRADING HOURS Mon 9.30am - 7pm Tue 9.30am - 7pm Wed 9.30am - 7pm Thu 9.30am - 9pm Fri 9.30am - 9pm Sat 9.30am - 7pm Sun 10am - 6pm Public Holidays 10am - 6pm
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Sponsors - Bears supporting our sponsors
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De Vine Cellars
is a privately owned independent liquor retailer with industry experience spanning over 15 years. From humble beginnings De Vine Cellars has grown to become one of the finest liquor retail outlets in Australia, recently undergoing a facelift and relocation into a new liquor superstore. The team at De Vine have earned a reputation for providing good old fashioned quality service with a wealth of industry and product knowledge and expertise. You can be confident that De Vine will not let you down! In October 2008 De Vine Cellars were awarded with the prestigious titles of Metro Retailer of the Year and WA Liquor Retailer of the Year, a testament to the hard work, dedication and vision of the team at De Vine. De Vine Cellars online is specifically tailored to offer the convenience of shopping online for all your corporate beverage requirements and corporate gifts. Simply order what you need as you need it and we will deliver. 911 Beaufort Street, Inglewood, WA Phone: (08) 9271-9197 , Fax: (08) 9370-4811 Email: info@devinecellars.com.au
Bears Keeping track of Time?
Event Calendar
August Sun 11th Bowling Bears Verses Lesbian Space @ Rosemont Bowls Sat 17th Den Night @ Loton Park Fri 23rd Tributum Den Night @ Loton Park
September Sat 14th Den Night @ Loton Park Sun 22nd Bears Perth 20th Anniversary Party Loton Park Fri
27th Grand Final Footy-Fever Night
Queen’s Birthday long week end (trying to get accommodation at Fairbridge Farm. Keep an eye out)
October Sat
12th
Sun 13th Fri
Den Night @ Loton Park Lunch @ John Forrest National Park Tavern & Bushwalk
25th October Fest - German Sausage Theme BYO. $5.00
November Sat 2nd 1:00PM Pride Parade Sat 2nd 1:30PM PRIDE “CELEBRATION”. Sat 9th - Den Night @ Loton Park. Sun 10th - Car Rally. Fri 22nd - Toga Party Den Night @ Loton Park. Sat 23rd - Pride Dance Party.
Trivia - Quizzical Bears up to no good
Definitions Bear Bear Run Behr Bear Black Bear Brown Bear Bruin Bear Chaser Chub / Chubby Cub Daddy Bear Den Night Goldilocks Grizzly Bear Koala Bear Leather Bear Muscle Bear Otter Bear Panda Bear Pocket Bear Polar Bear Red Bear Weasel Wolf
a hairy man with a stocky or heavy-set build and facial hair. Can be clean shaven and of any age. a gathering or circuit party for Bear/Cub types and their Admirers. - Also Bear Den. a bear with a moustache but not a beard a bear of African-American descent. a bear of Latin descent. an Athletic bear a man who is sexually attracted to heavy set gay bears a heavier bear a bear relatively younger in age. The term is also affectionately used to describe a bear’s husband/partner who fulfils the passive role in the sexual relationship. an older guy sometimes looking for a daddy/son relationship with either a younger Bear, Cub, Otter, Wolf or Chaser. a social night gathering of Bears a woman who hangs out with a group of bears. This is the Bear culture’s term for their “fag hag.” a bear who is extremely dominant and typically extremely tall, heavy, or hairy. a bear of Australian descent or light blond hair a bear with a leather fetish. a muscular version of a Bear. A muscle cub is a younger or smaller, yet muscular, version. Can be hairy or hairless and of any age. a man who is hairy, but is not large or stocky - typically thinner, or with lean muscle. a bear of Asian ethnicity. A panda cub is younger version. Usually hairless. a bear of short stature. a bear with white or grey hair. a red-haired bear. Also known as a Ginger Bear. similar to an otter, though is generally avoided by the bears for attitude problems. a bear who is rugged and outdoorsy also a biker - similar to an otter, though more aggressive.
Bears Getting Older