Maine Hntr Posted February 9, 2014 Report Share Posted February 9, 2014 Who all are NRA members? Why or why not? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
535hunter Posted February 9, 2014 Report Share Posted February 9, 2014 I'm not. Just haven't got around to joining. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rhino Posted February 10, 2014 Report Share Posted February 10, 2014 Yep...I am. Why? The best organization by far that fights to protect and preserve our 2nd amendment rights. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maine Hntr Posted February 10, 2014 Author Report Share Posted February 10, 2014 Yep...I am. Why? The best organization by far that fights to protect and preserve our 2nd amendment rights. Really just a curiosity question Rhino, I just recently joined myself. I think sometimes hunters, particularly guys who mainly bowhunt might not follow the gun control debates and laws as close as others, I myself think I was one of those, at the end of the day we're all part of the same family and most our views are similar so I thought of trying to bring awareness or attention to it might get people thinking. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RangerClay Posted February 10, 2014 Report Share Posted February 10, 2014 I've been a proud card carrying member for almost 30 years. I especially like the gun insurance that they offer. If your guns are lost in a fire or theft, most homeowners insurance will not cover them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wtnhunt Posted February 10, 2014 Report Share Posted February 10, 2014 I was, but let my membership lapse a few years ago after our son was born and we had several bills that had to be paid. I was very disappointed with how the nra borderline harassed me to renew even after explaining to them, got several phone calls and at the worst possible times. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MUDRUNNER Posted February 10, 2014 Report Share Posted February 10, 2014 I am not. I was a member years ago, but got sick of constantly getting hounded about renewing. I think I was only two months into my membership and was already getting phone calls to renew or upgrade my membership. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tominator Posted February 10, 2014 Report Share Posted February 10, 2014 Used to be. Not lately though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maine Hntr Posted February 10, 2014 Author Report Share Posted February 10, 2014 From what I understand those are some of the biggest complaints against membership, my father was a member for a # of years and stopped because of that same reason... I wanted to give it a try though and know that I was trying to be part of the fight against the antis... time will tell. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rhino Posted February 10, 2014 Report Share Posted February 10, 2014 I was very disappointed with how the nra borderline harassed me to renew even after explaining to them, got several phone calls and at the worst possible times. Understand William. That's just one of the reasons I love caller ID on my land line. If I don't want to take the call or don't recognize the number...I don't answer it. If it's important, they can leave a message. I don't give my cell phone number out to any place that would potentially call me for reasons like that. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RangerClay Posted February 10, 2014 Report Share Posted February 10, 2014 Funny I don't get phone calls from them. I get lots of renewal stuff in the mail but thats no big deal, I just chuck it in the burn barrel. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Adjam5 Posted February 10, 2014 Report Share Posted February 10, 2014 I am a annual member for 25+ years and thinking about making the jump to lifetime. They are relentless with mailings asking for $$$, but, no phone calls. I send my designated amount each year and sometimes more if important legislation is looming. They should stick to gun right ONLY and stay out of other issues. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
colorado bob Posted February 11, 2014 Report Share Posted February 11, 2014 I'm a life member---I just voted for the board of directors. I've been a life member for 25 plus years. I like it because my local gun club can get liability insurance plus apply for grants for range improvements. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fly Posted February 11, 2014 Report Share Posted February 11, 2014 I have been for a long time now. 10+ years I guess. A gun club I joined a few years back requires NRA membership. I would think that Hunters in gun control states like IL and NY really see the need for the NRA and are strong supporters. I have a NRA sticker on my truck and my FB avatar had the NRA logo for several months. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stevebeilgard Posted February 13, 2014 Report Share Posted February 13, 2014 life member since forever, and supporter Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smha6784 Posted February 14, 2014 Report Share Posted February 14, 2014 I am a member, but I agree they sure do hound you for upgrades and donations. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
elkoholic Posted February 16, 2014 Report Share Posted February 16, 2014 I have been for 40+ years. The reason? I firmly believe that were it not for the NRA (the largest lobby in Washington) we would not have the gun rights (or hunting) that we have today. Anyone who engages in the shooting sports, or owns a firearm for legitimate reasons, should be stepping forward to continue the fight against anti-gun/anti-hunting proponents. Yes, the NRA continually asks for money, but unfortunately it takes money to fight the fight. If you can not afford to give, just a polite "sorry I can't at this time" will end a call. If you value your rights you should at least be a member and be in contact with your government representatives. Those who are members are carrying the weight of those who are not. A little help protecting our freedoms would be appreciated. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fly Posted February 17, 2014 Report Share Posted February 17, 2014 I have been for 40+ years. The reason? I firmly believe that were it not for the NRA (the largest lobby in Washington) we would not have the gun rights (or hunting) that we have today. Anyone who engages in the shooting sports, or owns a firearm for legitimate reasons, should be stepping forward to continue the fight against anti-gun/anti-hunting proponents. Yes, the NRA continually asks for money, but unfortunately it takes money to fight the fight. If you can not afford to give, just a polite "sorry I can't at this time" will end a call. If you value your rights you should at least be a member and be in contact with your government representatives. Those who are members are carrying the weight of those who are not. A little help protecting our freedoms would be appreciated. I am in full agreement. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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