BroadwayJoe
Regular Member
This OCA was just an interesting thought that crossed my mind and wondered the opinions of others. While this site I am certain has done more than anything out there for Open Carry, even if not an association, localized chapters with national collaborate efforts hosting awareness events etc. would definitely have a larger impact then the forum alone. It does not necessarily have to be an official association so to speak, but by having state "governance" for lack of a better word with local chapters all cooperating nationally, this could potentially have a much larger impact and voice then it does currently,even without being an association like an NRA. It could be done through Grass Root movements, or OCDO North Carolina Chapter for example. As far as members, or membership dues, I am pretty sure there are several that wouldn't mind contributing a small amount if the end justified the means. For example, having OCDO colorful brochures (state specific) to hand out to John Q. citizens a few hours a week with a table set up in front of a grocery store or whatever. I guess my point is, when there is something bigger then yourself, it is easier to attract people to join the cause. Few will volunteer to do these kind of things alone, but in numbers, build it and they will come. Just my .02 cents.