about the pop ups..

[Hope]

Just an idea... since I am female, I might know a little more about this than you men.. ;)

Maybe we could set up a couple of tables at outdoor shows to raise money for the site? If you need any volunteers let me know. I might not be able to travel too far from my place - but a little. If you could find a couple of other volunteers...

At the tables you could have a few baked goods (like the bazzars) *cookies, cakes, breads*- venison jerky etc... could help you make a little profit - so you can keep the site up and going. This would help bring in newbies as well.

OR - how about a Hunters Club (something to that effect) - those who join can recieve special newsletters or something. For a small cost. Make sure you charge just enough to cover mailing materials - and a little profit.

Maybe next year, you can have a special big buck contest - but have entry fees *small fees, you dont want get too money hungry! ;) *

Let me know if you would like a little help. I am sure we could have a section where members could write stories for the newsletters - perhaps their hunting experience etc.



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The most wild, crazy, shootin' gal in Mid-Michigan! :)

[Steve]

Hope, thanks for the suggestions. I have set this site up as what will hopefully be a money making business someday. Right now we do ok and break even on our costs. Because it is set up as a business and not a non-profit organization, I am reluctant to actively request people to help do things especially in the promotion of it and at outdoor shows. We will have a portion of a booth at the Michigan Deer and Turkey spectacular this year in February thanks to the great generosity of Salmonsmoker who will man the booth. I thank you all for your support. The best thing you can do for us is to view lots of pages (and ads) and buy stuff from our sponsors.

[Kevin]

And spread the word: email, epostcards, word of mouth by the water cooler (I have actually never worked in a place that had an actual water cooler, :) but I tell everyone I know about this site) or by megaphone on a crowded street corner bustling with shoppers.
Keep up the great work Steve!
-Amos

[Hope]

Steve, where is the show going to take place?! Please, let me know! I might suprise some guys with cookies. :D I'll bring the hubby along. :) Is it open to public?