Good answers, all. I know everything takes money and/or time.
Brian, thanks for the insight into the division of club vs fish-in funding, and fish-in participant conversion to membership.
Rick, thanks for the cost input on fish-ins and the point made about the proliferation of 'free' clubs.
I've participated in CAG fish-ins/tourneys, WCC fish-ins/tourneys, TOKS contests, and have enjoyed them all. I don't see a reason to pick/choose, and they all promote CPR carping.
Mick, I understand your point, and vendors continue to be nothing but generous in providing prizes for fish-ins and tourneys. It was nice to get the discounts, too, but that's not why I'm a member of CAG (and I'm not implying thats why you are). I continue to be a member because it continues to be of value to me re: fish-ins, NACA, the forums, etc.