Q    Do I have to be Gay to join SLOSH?
A    No, we are not concerned about your sexuality; but we are a men-only club, and most of our members are Gay or Bisexual.

Q    Where are you based?
A    In the United Kingdom, although we do have members in Europe, the United States and elsewhere. Our events all take place in the United Kingdom.

Q    Why do you charge a membership fee?
A    This covers the cost of printing and distributing the club magazine, which comes out three times a year, is printed on high quality paper and contains twenty pages packed with news, stories and photos (many in full colour). The membership fee also covers the cost of running the website and the club generally - however the club is run entirely by volunteers who give their time freely.

Q    Who sets the club rules?
A    The members do. We have an Annual General Meeting in May each year at which members appoint a Committee to act on their behalf in the year that follows.

Q    Why isn't this just an Internet only free club?
A    SLOSH allows people to be in touch with others into the same activities both through the printed directory, the online Profiles and the interactive  club message board. It's about real people and real activities, not cyber meets.

Q    Is SLOSH a lively club?
A Well, in 2009 alone we had a messy Christmas Party in London, 2 more in Birmingham, 2 mud larking trips in Norfolk and Hampshire, a couple of social events, a houseparty in Hampshire, and a couple of trips to S.O.P. in London. And of course many of our members make their own arrangements to meet each other for wet and messy fun!

Q    How do I find out about the events?
A    They are publicised in the magazine well in advance, as well as on the website. We also send out e-mails to remind members nearer the time, together with booking forms if needed. All members are welcome.

Q    What about members who don't have web access?
A    Almost 90% of our members do have e-mail and web access - however those that don't receive club information - including event reminders - by post.

Q    Do I have to participate in the events?
A    No, you can participate in as much or as little as you like.

Q    Do the events cost money?
A    Where there is a cost, e.g. for gunge-y events, this is shared between those members who take part. Outdoor events, such as the mud fun in Norfolk and Hampshire, are free!

Q    I don't want my details publishing, it could be difficult for me at work/at home.
A    Many of our members value confidentiality and discretion, as they are not "out" about their involvement in SLOSH to partners, friends, work colleagues and the like. It is therefore up to you how visible or otherwise your details are. Nothing is printed or published on the web without your permission.

Q    Great stuff! Now how do I join?
A    Go to the "Join Us" page - it's easy to join!