David Trahan, SAM’s executive director, told Guns.com Wednesday groups often require memberships with other organizations, particularly the NRA, to access grants and other resources necessary to build and operate a safe gun range. He said the alliance doesn’t force a membership clause in exchange for assistance — it was the Standish Fish and Game Club’s decision alone.
“We never asked for it,” he said. “We do have the resources to do it right. A lot of these clubs are run by volunteers … but no other entity comes close to having the resources and support like the NRA.”
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