Western Regional Report: March - April 2017

We are only a few months into 2017 and we are off to a good start. As most of you have probably noticed, some members or potential new members are showing complacency and don't see the need to sign up or renew their membership because of the election. They may feel there is no immediate threat to their rights with the current President and Congress. If you come across someone like this, let them know their membership is as important as ever! Unfortunately, we have had to play defense for the last 8 years; now we can go on the offense. Tell them about the incredibly important bills we are currently trying to get passed; Concealed Carry Reciprocity Act and the Hearing Protection Act These are just a few things we are trying to accomplish, but we need membership support to make it happen.

A great way to earn a few extra dollars in commission is selling a 5 year membership; this is also the best value for the member as they are only paying $20 per year for their membership. If someone is signing up for a 3 year membership, upselling them to a 5 year membership should be fairly easy. Since they are already willing to pay $85 for a 3 year membership, let them know, for only an additional $15, they get 2 more years of membership.

To help increase membership totals, it is important to find new events in your local area. You can recruit at other local events such as military shows, antique shows, and flea markets or see if your local gun store or outdoor store will let you recruit there for a weekend. You can also start to plan ahead for the summer months and see if there are fairs, air shows, concerts or festivals you can attend.

Keep up the great work in 2017 and let me know if the is anything I can do to assist.