Re: Membership fees?
When Hertfordshire started we didn't charge a membership fee although I made it clear the intention to introduce one.
When it became clear that we would need funds and introduced a £10 annual fee we lost almost half the membership. OK so if the cost of two gallons of fuel or less than four pints of beer are that vital then are you going to be prepared to use several tank fulls of fuel in an emergency when it may take some considerable time to get it back if at all?
I think fees are essential as they do give a genuine sense that you belong to something and hopefully all groups do give something in return.
We also charge a £20 deposit to new members for their jacket, returnable if they leave and give the jacket back (no one has yet). This helps pay for the jackets but also assists with cash flow.
In my experience this is no different to any voluntary group, sports club or recreational group they all "self fund" to a geater or lesser degree
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Tony Ferrari MEPS DipHEP
Honorary Life Member of 4x4 Response UK
Founder and member of Hertfordshire 4x4 Response
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