NRA Convention

[WebSnyper]

I got my wife’s and my badges yesterday. Did anybody notice the smell? I sliced open the padded envelope and looked inside. Got a really strong chemical odor from it. I didn’t keel over so it apparently wasn’t serious!

Matt

Got mine yesterday too. The odor was certainly noticeable. My first thought was cheap lanyards and badge holders from China.

Received mine yesterday and yes, noticed the odor right away.

 

[KellyinAvon]

ISRPA is in booth #1. We should get Kirk to negotiate personalized passes and better smelling packing materials.

 

[WebSnyper]

ISRPA is in booth #1. We should get Kirk to negotiate personalized passes and better smelling packing materials.

We could just put our INGO usernames on them instead of real names... "Hello, My INGO username is: " I'm putting Trigger Time on mine, should make it more interesting, I'm expecting some ladies to slap me, some men to want to shake my hand, and some random death threats.

 

[Hop]

I got my 2 credential packets (no way the wife will go but eh). Stinky things too!

I also got an email & call from the volunteer coordinators. I'm in again as a Firearms Safety Inspector. Best volunteer job there is imo. Just remember who fondled those weapons when you see the little tag on the trigger guards.

The airgun booth is fun to work at as well. Not sure if I'll do that again or not (NRA instructors only work that one).

 

[Alamo]

Just for the record, the no-name badges were used at the Dallas NRAAM last May.

I can't remember if I got mine ahead of time or picked it up at the meeting. This year I think I'll wait until I get there. If I have it mailed to me it's just one more thing to lose before I get there.


There were a handful of protestors outside...in the rain...and a truck driving around claiming the Russians funded the NRA or something to that effect. Nobody paid any attention to them, and as far as I know, none of them attempted to come in. All the Dallas security people, as well as the other convention hall staff, were noticeably cheerful and polite.

 

[ctb1]

Any thoughts on parking and traffic for Friday? With Trump coming to Lucas Oil, it may be interesting.

 

[Notalentbum]

Any thoughts on parking and traffic for Friday? With Trump coming to Lucas Oil, it may be interesting.

I plan on a very early morning, probably find parking and a place to have breakfast done and over with before the doors open.

 

[Cameramonkey]

Anyone dare me to heckle Trump while wearing a “come and take it” bump stock shirt?

Do it! I'll reimburse you the quarter for your one phone call.

I just dont think the NRA cares. This isnt a money maker for them i dont think. I really doubt they care if people give their passes away or whatever.

Oh, its a money maker all right. How many folks sign up to go? *raises hand* I let my membership lapse a long time ago. I only renewed to go to the meeting the last time they were in town, and only renewed again so I could go. I'm positive I'm not the only person that joined just for this. So they make money AND get a boost in membership. And not that we have access to the data, but I'm sure if we did, we would find a spike in new members every year within driving distance of that particular meeting venue.

Got mine yesterday too. The odor was certainly noticeable. My first thought was cheap lanyards and badge holders from China.

Received mine yesterday and yes, noticed the odor right away.

Yeah. I have mine hanging in the laundry room airing out. Whoo boy! I'll probably hang them in the sun tomorrow on the back deck to bake it out. I couldnt imagine wandering around with that smell wafting up all day. Though it could mask the body odor from my fellow attendees. As I recall the last time it was in Indy it wasnt as bad as the gun show crowd, but there were a few ripe ones interspersed throughout.

 

[WebSnyper]

I plan on a very early morning, probably find parking and a place to have breakfast done and over with before the doors open.

Thinking similar. Not sure of the best areas to park as I am often downtown during the week, but park in a company owned lot and not right in the area of the convention center. Guess I'll just see what's around there early and park. Need to review again and see what time the doors open.

Edit: Looks like 9 AM on Friday

https://www.nraam.org/attend/

[h=4]Exhibit Hall Hours[/h] Apr 26, Friday
9:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Apr 27, Saturday
9:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Apr 28, Sunday
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

 

[KittySlayer]

Any thoughts on parking and traffic for Friday? With Trump coming to Lucas Oil, it may be interesting.

I plan on a very early morning, probably find parking and a place to have breakfast done and over with before the doors open.

A bit of a walk but last time I parked in a lot just north of Shapiros. Went for a lox and bagel and then hit the show.

 

[Trigger Time]

Come by and see The American Thompson Association with "They Were There". Documented historical Thompsons from BabyFace Nelson to Military guns. Say hi, as I will be in the booth. Should be fun.

Wow that sounds bad ass

 

[cmr13]

Me too, such as the credentials are.. Don't throw them away by mistake. No name or NRA ID number on them with small print saying this is your credentials.

Yeah that was confusing for me, it also doesn't fit correctly/completely into the badge holder so that made it more confusing.

 

[Trigger Time]

Yeah that was confusing for me, I am not really sure what part is the badge! I'm assuming it is the small part that is about 4 inches square? It also doesn't fit correctly/completely into the badge holder so that made it more confusing.

Yep thats it. Sticks out the top slightly

 

[actaeon277]

We could just put our INGO usernames on them instead of real names... "Hello, My INGO username is: " I'm putting Trigger Time on mine, should make it more interesting, I'm expecting some ladies to slap me, some men to want to shake my hand, and some random death threats.

Mostly death threats.

 

[Trigger Time]

Mostly death threats.

yeah for sure

 

[MrSmitty]

Got my our tickets yesterday, Going Friday, stay in hotel, going back Saturday!! We went to the convention in Louisville in '16, for one day, didn't see every thing but got to see Gunny Ermey, but didn't wait in line to meet him though. Going to stand in line for Chuck Norris though!! First thing to do is get a bag, to carry all the cool crap they give out! Can't wait!!!!!!!!

 

[WebSnyper]

Got my our tickets yesterday, Going Friday, stay in hotel, going back Saturday!! We went to the convention in Louisville in '16, for one day, didn't see every thing but got to see Gunny Ermey, but didn't wait in line to meet him though. Going to stand in line for Chuck Norris though!! First thing to do is get a bag, to carry all the cool crap they give out! Can't wait!!!!!!!!

Is it worth bringing a backpack for swag and purchases and other stuff?

 

[JettaKnight]

Is it worth bringing a backpack for swag and purchases and other stuff?

If you want a hands free option.


I still have my Leupold tote bag from last time.

 

[mcapo]

Yep thats it. Sticks out the top slightly

Mine came today. I would have been confused had it not been for INGO. It sure looks like a Midway promo. Goodness knows we all send them enough money to get a freebie!

 

[WebSnyper]

If you want a hands free option.


I still have my Leupold tote bag from last time.

Cool, I'll bring one then.