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Old 03-14-2004 | 03:29 PM
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keith meador
 
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From: Grindstone Branch KY USA
Default RE: Pro staffs/Sponsors

i would start with a resume. send it to all the folks who make the equipment you shoot and believe in. i would stick with that. i would not change my equipment just to get free goodies though. they may no know who you are, so the resume will get you and them aquainted with each other.

i would put volunteer time, state and national events attended and won, as well as local shoots. they may not necessarily be looking for the best shooter, just one that represents them well.

there is a difference between co-op and pro staff. co-op is when the archery dealer in your area extends a discount to you, pro staff is when you are direct with that manufacturer.

just a word of caution, be careful what you ask for, you may get it. i enjoy shooting and teaching as much as anyone. i will not hesitate to help out at the shop, or local ranges. but that is my choice to make. get in with some dealers or manufacturers and you may feel a little added pressure to work all the time, do siminars, help out at ata shows, shot shows, major archery events....make sure you have the time to commit to them, as they are willing to commit to you....theres a lot more to it than sewing a patch on your shirt or putting stickers in your windows....
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