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Turtle Club Us
an
International Association of Turtles
of the
Ancient and Honorable Order of Turtles
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A Tradition Dating Back to WWII
The Ancient and Honorable Order of Turtles or International Association of Turtles is a fraternity of fun-loving people from all over the world.
It all started as a way for WWII Air Corps pilots to build a community and blow off some stress from the war.
You will be in good company as a Turtle. Join Astronauts, Presidents, Comedians, Athletes, and members from all branches of the military.
You have to answer four dirty-sounding riddles with clean answers to prove you are “pure-minded” enough to be a Turtle. You will find them on the Join page.
Once you join our humble pond, I’ll send over the complete back story, along with a fun origin story that is good for a belly laugh. Members learn the secret grip, password and have the ability to earn free drinks.
Everyone is welcome.
Secret Grip
Secret Password
Fellowship of Turtles
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philosophy
Turtle Philosophy
“Turtles are bright-eyed, bushy-tailed, fearless, and unafraid folk with a fighter pilot attitude. They think clean, have fun a lot, and recognize the fact that you never get anyplace in life worthwhile unless you stick your neck out.” per Captain Hugh P. McGowan, U.S. Army Air Corps/U.S. Air Force Reserve (Ret.)
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Turtle Club News
Friday Feb 9th Update
Bloop! Bloop! A short update on the Pond from Dave. Turtle Directory is nearly 1,400 Turtles strong from all over the globe. There are 93 Ponds listed in the Pond directory now. Honorable Members list their Origin Story, which can be fun to read how members found the...
Annual McGowan Memorial Service
Honoring our Fallen Turtles In the spirit of camaraderie and remembrance that defines the Turtle Club, we are proud to announce the Annual McGowan Memorial Service, a heartfelt tribute to our beloved members who have journeyed to the Great Pond in the Sky. The...
Celebration of Winter
Winter is a time for great Porters and Stouts as we celebrate the changing of the seasons. Understandably, many "snowbirds" flee to warmer climates to escape the cold. For heartier souls this is an opportunity for winter sports and activities. Here in Michigan we...
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