To join, you must first attend a meeting/show as a guest of one of our current members. Guest Passes are currently $15 for the weekend, and individuals are limited to five visits per life due to security protocols. (If interested you must join during a visit.) Guests are permitted to buy/sell/trade firearms in compliance with the law and OGCA rules.

New: Members may register and pay for their guests online through the "Members Only" portal on the Home page of this website. In addition, Guest Pass registration forms are provided to members in advance of each meeting in the newsletter and in person at the Guest Pass desk. Hard copy Guest Pass registration forms require the signature of both the member and the guest. The Guest Pass must be worn for admission, and can be arranged by your sponsor online, by mail, or in person at the meeting. Along with your Guest Pass you will receive an Application for Membership.

To apply for membership, you must have one of the following:

1. Two sponsors who have been in good standing for over one year.
2. One sponsor who has been in good standing for over one year and evidence of a Concealed Carry Permit (CCW).
3. One sponsor who had been in good standing for over one year and evidence of a Federal Firearm License (FFL) including a Curios & Relics (C&R) license.
4. One sponsor who has been in good standing for over one year and evidence of employment as an active-duty Law Enforcement Officer (LEO).

Membership Applications are not accepted by mail. You are required to submit your Membership Application to the Applications Desk in person at a meeting with your guest pass visible. Your Sponsor(s) is no longer required to be present. The cost to apply varies since it includes a portion of dues but is typically $30 – $40 (waived for active-duty military).

Your application will be reviewed by the Screening & Enforcement Committee. A list of applicants will be provided to members for review prior to the vote at the next meeting. Meetings are held approximately every other month.

Not sure if you know a member who can bring you as a guest? Keep in mind that OGCA has thousands of members. It is possible that you know a member but are just not aware that they're a member. Our best advice is to ask friends and acquaintances. If you are friends with your local gun shop owner, belong to shooting clubs or attend gun shows or NRA events, these are good places to start. Did a member mention our website to you?

For a sample newsletter visit our News & Articles page. Or, call (330) 467-5733, send an email to ogca@ogca.com, or write to our office at "Info" OGCA Business Office: P.O. Box 670406 Sagamore Hills, OH 44067.