Should Corvette Hall of Famers Attend NCRS Events for Free?

[Rick G.]

Re: Should Corvette Hall of Famers Attend NCRS Events for Free?

I suspect that each chapter does it differently, and it is a very informal process. I attended a West Region for free on a walk-in basis a few years ago, and had a blast. That really sold me on the NCRS.

But the San Jose National Meet registration forms contain no mention of a free pass or discounted pass. I looked pretty carefully at the form - I was not sure how much time I was going to have for the San Jose Convention. I might have missed something on the form. But after looking at the registration materials I concluded that paying the $125 registration fee was the only option. That was an easy decision for me. But somebody on the fence about attending could quite easily make a no-go decision based on the apparent $125 price tag, plus all the other extras.

Russ

Russ,

Well said! I could not agree more!

Rick Gower

[Don Y.]

Re: Should Corvette Hall of Famers Attend NCRS Events for Free?

I believe Zora and Elfie as well as Dave and Glenda McLellan generally attend(ed) the National Convention as invited guests.

It seems the difference would be that it seems exceedingly rude to expect an "invited guest" to pay their way. Members that choose to attend should be expected to pay entry, regardless of their stature in the hobby, JMHO.

[Jaime G.]

Re: Should Corvette Hall of Famers Attend NCRS Events for Free?

I agree with Terry and I partially agree with Jim. Corvette Museum Hall of Fame members should be treated the same as all NCRS Members. However, senior members of NCRS who have done much for the hobby should be allowed to attend the events in a manner befitting them. It should be up to the event chair to make the decision who is comped and who is not. I realize it is rather arbitrary this way and maybe not just ,but I dont know of another way to do this. The current policy is good and should not be changed ,but as Jim indicated, maybe some consideration can be made in the registration fee for those members who only wish to come for one day and see the cars.

[Russ U.]

Re: Should Corvette Hall of Famers Attend NCRS Events for Free?

I agree with Terry and I partially agree with Jim. Corvette Museum Hall of Fame members should be treated the same as all NCRS Members. However, senior members of NCRS who have done much for the hobby should be allowed to attend the events in a manner befitting them. It should be up to the event chair to make the decision who is comped and who is not. I realize it is rather arbitrary this way and maybe not just ,but I dont know of another way to do this. The current policy is good and should not be changed ,but as Jim indicated, maybe some consideration can be made in the registration fee for those members who only wish to come for one day and see the cars.

James-

That's an interesting suggestion.

The San Jose Registration forms require members to pay $125. But a member can pay an extra $45 to bring a non-member guest.

Maybe we need a new guest category - "Senior Honored Member" - where a paying member "sponsored" a retired senior member who was not displaying a car. Would I pay an extra $90 to attend the National Convention with Jim Gessner and Noland Adams as my guest??? In a heartbeat. I suspect I am not the only younger member to feel this way. And I would buy them lunch too if it gave me an extra chance to gain some quality time to hear war stories and learn more about these cars.

Russ

[John P.]

Re: Should Corvette Hall of Famers Attend NCRS Events for Free?

This is an interesting discussion with varied opinions and there will always be two points of view. I look at the costs of attending similar "Conventions" if you will, and from what I have seen, I think NCRS events seem more than reasonable in comparison. Granted some venues are higher than others due to location, timing and other cost factors.
If some don't pay, I think it's fair to assume that costs would have to be absorbed by the rest, ultimately leading to increased prices for everyone?
I think I have to side with Terry McManmon on this one, a Members of The Corvette Hall of Fame who comes to the convention, obviously willing to pay his share and he always pitches in and helps out.

[Don H.]

Re: Should Corvette Hall of Famers Attend NCRS Events for Free?

I agree with Terry M. It was very well stated. Don H.

[Joseph T.]

Re: Should Corvette Hall of Famers Attend NCRS Events for Free?

When the first generation of this society is gone..ala Mike Hunt, Dan Gale, Dale Pearman and others..no amount of money or remorse for having been too budget minded will bring them back or their knowledge.

I recommend the board review the spirit of and the value of high value guest speakers and attendees and how to finance their participation and continued contribution.

Joe Trybulec
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