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woodworker414
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Feb 03, 2014

SOME QUESTIONS FROM AN NEWBIE

Good morning everyone. As you can see I am a lifemember. I have not been active in a local chapter at all. Really have not taken the C out for a long time, due to the DW health issues. That situation has chnged. I was wondering how many here on this forum are active in a local chaper. I thought I would like to maybe get invonved here locally. I sent out 3 emails, one email to each club asking for info. NO REPLY!!!!!! HHHHMMMMMMM, what does that mean?
I have been a member of Good Sam for a number of years on the RV.NET site. That was all I could do at that time. Got any clues on how you get intouch with the local chaper.
Saw in another post, a membership card called, SMILE AND SWIPE. What is that? Is it something you use at the gas pump, the check out at CW, to get your discount?
Thanks in advance for any info you can share.
I am sure I will have some questions as I read on this forum.
Safe Ttavels
Bill
Good Sam Club

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  • beemerphile1's avatar
    beemerphile1
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    Feb 03, 2014
    The wife and I are members and officers of a local chapter.

    Keep in mind that all the state directors, assistants, and chapter officers are volunteers and work many hours with no pay. We do it because we have a passion for the club.

    I have heard the complaint many times that someone is looking to join a chapter but get no response. On the other hand there have been times that I responded to a request for information but got no further reply. Your state director may be able to refer you to an active local chapter. Here is the page for your state;
    http://www.missourigoodsamclub.com/

    Our chapter is always open to new members. We have no requirement for membership other than that you are a Good Sam member.

    Have you attended Samborees in your state? It appears your state has one annual Samboree and the next one is scheduled Sept. 25 - 28, 2014 in Sedalia, MO. A state Samboree would be a good place to meet people, make friends, and possibly find a chapter that would fit your interests.

    I hope you find a chapter that suits your needs and style. It is great to have a circle of camping friends to share with.

    In spite of the 'Smile and Save' thread, it is actually "Swipe and Save". It is a discount available at Pilot/Flying J for Good Sam members on fuel and some other purchases.

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