Casey Swenson Apr 29th, 2003 Link
1) Local clubs are a must – but I would love to see local clubs organize at a larger level similar to that of the bmwcca…for a starting point I believe working with other MINI clubs in neighbooring states etc for a larger local event each year would be a great idea.
2) Dues are a must, to do anything beyond normal drives you must have dues.
3) Benefits greatly vary form area to area….some clubs might find that most people want to autox so they should focus more there, but in other areas they might just want to do more social events…big thing is cater to your local group without forgeting about the rest.
4) Don't get in over your head to quick…allow the club to grow at a pace that people can keep up with it.
5) Events are hard to say….for a club starting out you have to start small…more social events as those are free or each person pays themself…allows everyone to get to know each other etc. For those that want to Autox make an event out of that…get a group of MINIs and travel to an autox together. It is unreasonable to think that a club in its first year could host an autox on its own. Talk to other car clubs in your area that have done their own autox's and see if they would be interested in doing one with the MINI club…that way you can learn from them now things are done. Events don't have to be MINI related….goto camping as a group, go to a sports event, etc…sure you want to incorporate the car into is….so caravan to together on the way to a game and tailgate, etc.
6) Remember it is suppose to be fun….doesn't let things get heated, or stressful…make things enjoyable.
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