Ed Lipinski commented that he thought the $20 for the Washington Ferret Association was too steep. Well, from the perspective of a club president/shelter operator, $20 is very reasonable. We actually charge $24/year. The main benefits are intangible, knowing that your money helps support the shelter (there have been times when only the membership dues help keep us in the black). We do offer a 10% discount on all our ferret merchandise to members. If $20 a year is too much to ask to help support the club & shelter, then don't join. Kurt & Sara Petersen FURRY (Ferrets Underfoot RUnning Round You) http://members.igateway.net/~furry Help raise money for the shelter! Click on http://www.iGive.com/html/ssi.cfm?cid=5129 [Posted in FML issue 2897]