WHATS HAPPENED TO OUR CLUB?

[Chris Hoffman]

Guys, I am more than willing to help out.  Ryan, let me know what I can do to help with updating the site.  I know you've been busy with work and I appreciate everything you and Tracy do.  Let me know what I can do to help

[Sbrown]

First I have only fished on the team side for the past 2 years. I primarily fish team tournaments. I am also new to tourney fishing. Please don't take any of this the wrong way. I have also fished the other trails. I happen to like this one better than the basscasters.  As a business owner that also runs an e commerce website the first thing that needs to be done is communication. When someone comes to a team tourney why don't you make sure you get both email addresses and follow up with them? I don't think it's the money.  Most guys that are into this for at least $10-60,000 for a boat and gear can't really complain about $80 to b federated. It's all about information and feeling part of something. If a simple direct email went out before each tourney ( I use icontact or constant contact) with info . I can almost guarantee you will increase turnout by a lot. One of the main reasons I prefer this team trail is that it has more events.  It makes it more fun to come back and compete.  Again like Marc said posting the results goes a long way for new members. People like to see themselves improve and how they stack up against the other guys. There are many other ways to improve turnout but I think it all starts with communication. I know everyone is busy. Believe me I work 24/7. Half the time I'm fishing I have to talk to customers on my cell phone. I am willing to help in any way that I can. Just let me know.