What do I get for my $150 registration fee?
Click here to see everything included with Hot 'n Dry Registration.
How do I request a Scholarship?
Many of us have experienced financial hardship at some point in our sobriety, so we understand if you find yourself in such a predicament. Our goal is not to turn anyone away, because of a lack of funds. Each year many men attend Hot 'n Dry through the assistance of a scholarship. This stipend is awarded on a first-come first-serve basis as funds will allow.
To request a full or partial scholarship, please outline your situation in writing and mail your request along with your full name, address, phone number, email address and sobriety date to: Registration Chair, Hot 'n Dry, 2006, P.O. Box 691165, West Hollywood, CA 90069. You can also email your request to CFO@hotndry.com and include all your contact information mentioned above. Please keep in mind that only one scholarship per person per any three-year period is awarded.
Thank you to all who have donated to the scholarship fund. Your generosity is greatly appreciated.
How do I reserve a room at the Riviera Resort & Spa?
Hotel reservations are done online. Once you receive your confirmation email, it will include all of the necessary information that you will need to complete your hotel reservation. Please keep in mind that having a confirmed reservation for Hot ‘n Dry does not guarantee you a room at the hotel. So please make your reservation early.
Why is Hot 'n Dry a men's only conference?
Hot ‘n Dry, Inc., a California non-profit, private corporation, was founded and licensed by the State of California over 22 years ago as a gay sober men’s recovery weekend retreat. Since our very first conference, our weekend retreat has been devoted to the recovery of gay sober men in AA, providing a weekend atmosphere where gay sober men can bond, build friendships and develop sobriety tools and practice the 12 steps specific to the gay men’s experience in recovery.
Is Hot 'n Dry AA sanctioned?
Although Hot ‘n Dry is a sober men’s recovery weekend retreat, it is not AA sanctioned nor does Hot ‘n Dry present itself to be affiliated with AA.
I heard that Hot 'n Dry is a Private Event. What does this mean?
Why can't I come to the meetings if I'm not registered?
Hot 'n Dry is "Sold Out" and I don't have a reservation.
Can't I just come and hang out at the pool or attend meetings?
Are the meetings "Open", even if I'm not registered?
Hot ‘n Dry is a private event and what this means is that it is open to gay sober men in AA and their significant others. Both must be registered for Hot ‘n Dry to be on the hotel property during the conference, whether you are staying at the host hotel or not. The meetings and workshops that go on during the retreat are open only to those who are registered. Hot ‘n Dry does not have any open meetings or events during the weekend.
Why isn't Hot 'n Dry like other conferences where anyone and everyone can attend?
Why aren't women allowed at Hot 'n Dry?
Why isn't Hot 'n Dry like other AA conventions?
Why isn't Hot 'n Dry like the Miami or AALA conference?
Our 22-year experience of hosting a gay men’s recovery conference devoted to the specific needs of gay sober men has proven to be extremely helpful to the recovery of 1000’s of gay men over the years. Our weekend is modeled after the 100s of sober events across the country that gear their weekend conferences to a specific group of people, such as the women’s only conference; “Women to Women,” an AA International recovery weekend exclusive to women or the multiple of retreats held in Santa Barbara each year. This weekend is a unique opportunity for men to bond and share with other men their experiences in sobriety that cover a wide-range of topics and discussions appropriate to men.
How do I get involved in Planning the next Hot 'n Dry?
If you are interested in serving on the planning committee for Hot ‘n Dry, contact any committee or board member or you can contact the current Hot ‘n Dry chair. Please keep in mind that a five-year sobriety minimum is suggested for committee service.
How can I volunteer for the weekend?
If you would like to volunteer for the Hot ‘n Dry weekend please let us know when you complete your registration form by checking the “volunteer” box. The volunteer coordinator will contact you regarding the specific needs of the convention during the weekend. If you decide that you would like to volunteer once you are at the weekend, contact any committee member.
What's the difference between the Planning Committee and the Board of Directors?
Hot 'n Dry is a legally incorporated non-profit corporation in California [501(c)3] and is legally known as Hot N' Dry, Inc. with a slate of nine (9) officers, of which six are members, all of whom serve without compensation. Originally, The Board of Directors named the Chairman as Jim A., the Secretary as William P., the Treasurer as Bruce B., and the Members as Bobby A., Mark H., John K., Don N., Craig S., and Larry W. The Board of Directors has changed over the years and in its present form the named officers are: Chair, Jim A., Secretary, Jamie H., Chief Financial Officer, Robert K.
The Board of Directors has elected the option of selecting an advisory committee (commonly known as the planning committee) which plans and executes Hot 'n Dry each year. The planning committee consists of at least one member of the Board of Directors and non-Board members. The planning committee is free to execute Hot 'n Dry each year, staying within the boundaries specified in the Traditions which have been established over the years by the Board of Directors.
Why isn't Hot 'n Dry like other conferences where anyone and everyone can attend?
Why aren't women allowed at Hot 'n Dry?
Why isn't Hot 'n Dry like other AA conventions?
Why isn't Hot 'n Dry like the Miami or AALA conference?
Our 22-year experience of hosting a gay men’s recovery conference devoted to the specific needs of gay sober men has proven to be extremely helpful to the recovery of 1000’s of gay men over the years. Our weekend is modeled after the 100s of sober events across the country that gear their weekend conferences to a specific group of people, such as the women’s only conference; “Women to Women,” an AA International recovery weekend exclusive to women. This weekend is a unique opportunity for men to bond and share with other men their experiences in sobriety that cover a wide-range of topics and discussions appropriate to men.
Why aren't children allowed at the conference?
Why aren't pets allowed at Hot 'n Dry?
Due to insurance and safety regulations, children and pets are not allowed on the hotel grounds during the weekend.
I heard that Hot 'n Dry is elitist. What does this mean and is this true?
Webster’s dictionary defines elitist as “the belief that certain persons or members of certain classes or groups deserve favored treatment by virtue of their perceived superiority, as in intellect, social status, or financial resources.”
Hot n’ Dry is geared to a specific group and is founded on the principal of gay men discussing and sharing recovery topics with other gay men in the same manner that the fellowship of Alcoholics Anonymous is based on the principal of one alcoholic talking and relating to another alcoholic. As you might imagine, recovery from alcoholism would be non-existent if AA ever loses the concept of one alcoholic to talking with another alcoholic.
Hot ‘n Dry is not elistist and admits all those want to attend on a first-come first-served basis until we are sold out. It’s just that simple.
I don't like something about Hot 'n Dry.
Who can I talk to?
You guys are doing a great job!
Who do I talk to?
Any suggestions or praises you have can be emailed to the committee chair or co-chair. If you have a questions or concerns during the weekend please find any committee member.
Why can't I register OnSite? Other AA conventions let you do this!
Hot ‘n Dry doesn’t offer OnSite registration because we usually have reached capacity by the time the weekend starts.
I'm having problems with the hotel. How do I resolve the problem?
Any questions or issues that you are having with the hotel please contact the registration chair.
I need to cancel my registration. How do I do this?
Registration cancellation must be done via the hot ‘n dry website. There is a $25.00 cancelation fee once you have registered and please keep in mind the deadlines for receiving refunds.
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Hot ‘n Dry, Inc.
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consideration of being allowed to participate in any way in Hot ‘n
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‘n Dry, Inc., it’s members, board of directors, agents, planning
committee and volunteers (hereinafter collectively referred to the
“Releasees”), I, ____________________________________, the
Undersigned, acknowledge, appreciate, and agree that:
1.
The risk of injury from many of the programs, activities and events
is significant, including the potential for serious injuries,
permanent paralysis and death, and while particular skills, rules,
equipment, and personal disci pline may reduce this risk, the risk of
serious injury does exist; and,
2.
I KNOWINGLY AND FREELY ASSUME ALL SUCH RISKS, both known and un
known, EVEN IF ARISING FROM THE NEGLIGENCE OF THE RELEASEES or others
and assume full responsibility for myself; and,
3.
I willingly agree to comply with stated and customary rules, terms
and conditions for participa tion in the programs, events and
activities. If, however, I observe any unusual significant hazard
during my presence or participation, I will remove promptly myself
from participation and bring such to the attention of the Releasees
immediately; and,
4.
I, for myself and on behalf of my heirs, assigns, personal
representatives and next of kin, HEREBY RELEASE AND HOLD HARMLESS Hot
‘n Dry, Inc., its officers, directors, offi cials, board of
directors, agents, planning committee, and/or employees, members,
family of members ("RELEASEES"), WITH RESPECT TO ANY AND
ALL INJURY, DISABILITY, DEATH, or loss or damage to person or
property, WHETHER ARISING FROM THE NEGLI GENCE OF THE RELEASEES OR
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