The earlier post got me to thinking. I tend to be a joiner -- if I like something, I tend to join the related organization to support those who sustain what I like, encounter those who share my interests, and get access to publications/events I would not otherwise know about or receive.

Examples:

- I recently got a dog of a certain breed, so I joined the mid-Atlantic club for the breed. I don't go to events, but I have better contacts through the club should I need them, and I appreciate what they do for owners like me and the integrity of the breed.

- I am a runner. I maintain 2 running club memberships. I rarely run with them at club events because our schedules don't mesh, but I know they are important organizations for youth programs, training info, and, in general, being ambassadors for the activity I love.

No criticism of those who are not joiners of CCGTCC, but I would be interested in seeing some posts of the reasons you have for not joining. Maybe that would help the CCGTCC reach out to those who might consider joining us in the future.

Thanks!