--OGCA
Meetings are strictly LIMITED to members and their guests--
Next Meeting Date
Sept. 16-17, 2023 - Wilmington,
OH: WACA
(Winchester Arms Collectors Association) will be back along with
The German Gun Collectors Association. Plus, on
Sept. 16 is a free Hunters Education course lead by ODNR and
OHTEIA. More info coming soon.
FOR
A COMPLETE SCHEDULE, DIRECTIONS AND
HOTELS, CLICK ON
SHOWS.
Visit the "Home"
page for any urgent announcements regarding upcoming
meetings. Thank you!
Spring 2023 Newsletter
Northern, Ohio Show April 29-30, 2023
Was a Big Hit
Thank you for your support of the April 29-30 meeting at the
Medina County Fairgrounds Community Center. We had a
fantastic turnout with over 800 guests! As announced, we have 2 meetings at the I-X Center in 2024!
Display Show & Banquet May 2024
Get ready for one of the best Display Shows in the gun collecting
world May 4 & 5, 2024.
Table
Application and Guest Pass Forms
Guest Passes (for use by current members):
Guest Passes are in the newsletter.
For security reasons the form is not (yet) online. If you are a
member and would like a copy of a form
call (330) 467-5733 or email
ogca@ogca.com. Guest Passes are $15. Members may bring up to 4 guests per meeting.
Guests are limited to 5 visits per life.
Tables:
Members may reserve tables for up to two shows at a time
at $95
per table. Tables may be rented via mail, phone, or in person during a
meeting for the next 2 meetings.
Co-Share Tables
Available Now
We
allow two members to share a table with Friday trading privileges
for both members. The cost to co-share is a flat fee of
$20 no matter how many tables are shared. A “Tableholder Pass”
will be issued for each member but no “Helper Pass.” Each individual
will share responsibility of the table or tables and both will have
trading privileges during set-up times. Request a form at the Tables
Desk or at
ogca@ogca.com
or (330) 467-5733.
2023 PAC Raffle Prizes - 6 Great Prizes
(Correction from the Spring
2023 "Interim" Newsletter)
1st prize:
very fine Colt King Cobra Target Pistol, 4” SS 357 Magazine, LNIB.
2nd prize:
L. H. Smith miniature single shot pistol with presentation case and
leather carry bag.
3rd prize:
mint Savage Model 110 bolt action rifle w/Bushnell Engage 3x-9x
scope, 350 Legend cal.
4th prize:
Ruger American rifle 22LR with Ruger case and ammo.
5th prize:
Smith & Wesson model SD9 VE 9mm pistol with one mag and gun rug.
6th prize:
2022 ROCS collector’s knife with leather sheath.
Please excuse the printer gremlins that got into out prize list in
the Spring 2023 Interim newsletter. Above is the correct list of
prizes. The Annual OGCA PAC raffle kicked off at the May 20-21 show
and you can pick up tickets at the PAC booth, Business Office desk,
Marty Capito’s tables at U 12 & 16 (orange flag). Call or email for more
tickets. We appreciate your support.
A donation of $5 for
one ticket or just $20 for 5 is all it takes for a chance to win.
The drawing is Sunday, September 17th at noon, and winners need not
be present.
Membership Dues Reminder
Despite constant cost cutting efforts it is neccesary to
to increase our one, three, and five year dues. This is our first dues increase in 4 years.
and there is no increase in Life dues or table rental. Also, just a reminder to those who have
memberships expired Dec. 31, 2022 that you can mail a check with
the a minimum of 3-years dues to re-up: OGCA PO Box 670406,
Sagamore Hills, OH and if possible write your member number on the memo section
of your check.
You can pay online 24/7
on our secure Online Dues Payment Program
by Clicking Here;
and select the “Pay Dues Here” link. If
you have never paid online before, simply create a login with your
working email address. Be sure the email is typed correctly so that
you receive a confirmation by email. If you have forgotten your
password just click the “forgot password” link at login.
One Year $55
One year Active Duty Military Free
Three years $140 (Saves$25)
Five years $230 (Saves $45)
Sr. Life (65+ with proof of age) $700
Life .......$1000
Keeping your dues current will ensure you to receive newsletter
mailings, event updates, and have valid credentials to attend the
shows including the added northern meetings for a total of 7. If your
dues lapse beyond the March 31st grace period you must pay a minimum
of 3 years dues (per the OGCA by-laws) to maintain your membership
status and keep your member number.
Please allow 3 weeks for processing.
Thank You for your support!
P.S. Former
Members who left in good
standing and whose dues expired years ago now have several ways
to re-join/re-apply. See the
"Join" tab above.
OGCA Videos By and For Members
Click on the links below to view two fantastic videos by OGCA
members! Enjoy this special treat courtesy of Leonardo M. Antaris.
To
join our email list to have upcoming videos and information emailed
to you, email
ogca@ogca.com with "add me to the
email list." You can unsubscribe at anytime.
Collecting WW2 M1A1 Paratroopers Expert Interview with Bill Pearce
Colt
Single Action. UNBELIEVABLE HISTORY Expert Interview with Joe
Pittenger
In Remembrance of
President
Sherman M Kirkland
III
1/21/1955 -
12/31/2021
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w1Vxoa-D94M
Joining
Information
Members:
Do you know someone who would be interested in becoming a member of OGCA? A brother, sister, uncle, or cousin? How about a friend or
neighbor?
Please click on "Join"
tab, above, as we have some new options for new and former members.
For more information contact the Business Office at (330) 467-5733
or ogca@ogca.com.
New
Options for Applying
Members: you may sponsor a friend
that has a CCW permit or FFL/C&R license without your friend needing
a 2nd sponsor. (The license or permit held by the
applicant
serves
in lieu of a 2nd sponsor.) The application must be returned in
person with one sponsor present. Another change passed in November
addresses a former member’s ability to rejoin OGCA. Former members
who left in good standing may rejoin without sponsors.
[Click
on "Join"
tab, above.]
In order to rejoin it is necessary to contact the
Business Office in advance. Thank you!
Ohio Hunter Ed Class 9/16/23
Thank you in advance to member Al Overholser of OHTEIA and
volunteer of ODNR Wildlife Division for leading the free Ohio
Hunters Education class at the Roberts Centre this September 16,
2023. The class is open to everyone! Sign up at www.odnr.gov, "discover and Learn,"
and "Hunter Education Class." Select "find a course near you," event "Hunter Education"
and select activity type "Classroom." Enter zip code "45177" and "register" at the Roberts Centre.
You may also sign up at the door with Al Overholser but advance registration is recommended.
8 am - 6 pm with one hour for lunch.
Members: The Classified Section
will be posted online once our brand new website is complete!
Contact
Information / Address Updates
Your email address has become important for quick communication on
last minute show updates. To be added to our email list, please email us at ogca@ogca.com or call the business office at (330)
467-5733. In addition please “like” us on Facebook to get news and
updates at
https://www.facebook.com/theogca.
Address Updates can also be emailed to
ogca@ogca.com. If you
include your member number, we only need your new
address.
Save on Lodging Cost with
Increased Sat. Set up Time
Sat. set up hours Sat. (7 am - 8:30
am), have been set
to better accommodate members who rent tables and who who want to avoid
the time and cost of a Fri. hotel stay.
Note the Holiday Inn at Roberts Centre still has a strict 2-night minimum (beyond OGCA's control)
and a list
of other hotels can be found on the
SHOWS
page.
Meeting Hours
Saturday 8:30 am - 5 pm
Sunday 8:30 am - 2 pm
Set up/Exhibitor Hours
Fri. 3:00 pm - 9:00 pm exhibitor Set-up
Sat. 7:00 am - 8:30 am exhibitor Set-up
Sun. 7:30 am - 8:30 am exhibitor Set-up |