Freebird Posted September 20, 2007 Share #1 Posted September 20, 2007 Is there any interest here in a newsletter? This would be a newsletter that you would have the option of subscribing to. It would be emailed to the members who subscribe on a monthly, bi-monthly, whatever basis. The big advantage of this will be for those who do not visit and read every post on the forum on a daily basis. It would pull out the highlights or important threads from the forum and also any other relevant info that the author wants to write. It could include information and reminders of upcoming rallies, eat and meets, etc. The possibilities are endless. It would also be available online for anybody who prefers that it NOT be emailed to them. I already have the necessary module installed here for the newsletter feature, it is just something that I have never gotten around to doing. Now here is the next BIG question. Do we have a volunteer who is a good writer who would like to write the newsletter? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest ReinyRooster Posted September 20, 2007 Share #2 Posted September 20, 2007 Don, personally I believe we have all the info and discussion that we need on the site, and as such, a newsletter would simply be alot of work and costs to duplicate what is already on the site. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Black Owl Posted September 20, 2007 Share #3 Posted September 20, 2007 Okay......... I'll look at the other side of the coin. I think a newsletter is an excellent idea. As Don indicated, there are many who do not visit the sight often. Subsequently, a lot of information gets buried. This was evident by the number of inquries we received concerning the dates and location of the 2007 International VentureIn. Right up to a week before the event, folks were asking for the dates and locations. I think it also has a lot of possibilities to both inform, entertain, and help.... With that being said, if we decide to move forward with the newsletter, and no one else steps forward, I would be willing to take it on to get the ball rolling. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thom Posted September 20, 2007 Share #4 Posted September 20, 2007 i would like a newsletter , there is a lot of things i miss thom Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eck Posted September 20, 2007 Share #5 Posted September 20, 2007 Who here agrees with me to volunteer Cinderella.......... :whistling: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gibvel Posted September 20, 2007 Share #6 Posted September 20, 2007 Who here agrees with me to volunteer Cinderella.......... :whistling: I second that.............That'll teach her to come to the site more often!! :rotf: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
T.J. Posted September 20, 2007 Share #7 Posted September 20, 2007 A news letter sounds good to me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
juggler Posted September 20, 2007 Share #8 Posted September 20, 2007 I think a monthly newsletter that points out all VR events for the upcoming month would be a good idea. Sort of a ride schedule. Then of course publishing the big rallies many months in advance. In digital PDF format the newsletter can have working links back to the forums for the various event threads. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RoadKill Posted September 20, 2007 Share #9 Posted September 20, 2007 I like the idea too. I think it would be nice if we could possibly forward it to others if desired also. I know I would like to see some dealers receive it to get an idea of what we have going here. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BradT Posted September 20, 2007 Share #10 Posted September 20, 2007 I know I would like to see some dealers receive it to get an idea of what we have going here. Like this idea. Maybe these people would like to see there name in it as well, and offer some sort of incentive to do so. Brad Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eck Posted September 20, 2007 Share #11 Posted September 20, 2007 Sounds good to me too Freebird. I was only joking about Cinderella on previous post to stir things up,,not that SHE would... I think this would be a good thing to also have to hand out to any possible newcomer so that they can immediately see a visual of what things the VR groups do and each copy could include a small write up on how to become a VR member....Maybe even a line for the VR member handing it them to sign so we know who brought them to the VR site.. OPPS,I see another contest coming: who can get the most members to join. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WilCruise Posted September 20, 2007 Share #12 Posted September 20, 2007 I'd like it as well. I go through bouts of travel with my work and occasionally miss whole ranges of time. It'd be good to know I didn't miss the important stuff! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
duke Posted September 20, 2007 Share #13 Posted September 20, 2007 Where do I sign up for the newsletter? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Black Owl Posted September 20, 2007 Share #14 Posted September 20, 2007 Sure seems like we have a whole lot of ambivalent folks on this subject. 110 members read the thread and only 12 responses. Not quite a quorum.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bigfoot Posted September 20, 2007 Share #15 Posted September 20, 2007 I like the idea of the newsletter. I'd sign up. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bongobobny Posted September 20, 2007 Share #16 Posted September 20, 2007 Might be interesting... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fixit3546 Posted September 20, 2007 Share #17 Posted September 20, 2007 News letter, Cool !!! Monthly or quarterly? I like the idea of the stealers,,,,er, Dealers gettin a copy. If nothing else, it would let them KNOW that this is a serious group. I'm in no way a jernalist (cant even spell it) but i think it would be nice if two or three could gang up on it to keep the pressure off just one person. And probably less than "strict publication" dates.....Just my 2 coppers worth.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wrongway Posted September 20, 2007 Share #18 Posted September 20, 2007 Hey sign me up too! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hipshot Posted September 20, 2007 Share #19 Posted September 20, 2007 since i am one of those who are "incurably addicted " to the site, and read EVERY post in EVERY thread, on a daily basis,i guess my input would not influence anyone ,anyhow. i do , however like the idea of having the ability to show dealers, what we are about. just jt Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dexl1200 Posted September 20, 2007 Share #20 Posted September 20, 2007 I like the idea of it cause it is weeks sometimes before I can get on. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
royalstarjac Posted September 20, 2007 Share #21 Posted September 20, 2007 I'm fer it!-Jack Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
halfwitt Posted September 21, 2007 Share #22 Posted September 21, 2007 As a new member and one who is trying to get caught up on years worth of tips, advice and whatnot, I would definitely like to see a newsletter. I would volunteer my time to help, but my wife would tell you that means that she would really be doing the work, not me. So I think I better not do that right now. I'll subscribe and donate $$ though. Randy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mikealiasmike Posted September 21, 2007 Share #23 Posted September 21, 2007 I think it would be a lot of work for something that is already available. But if someone wants to take on the chore, then any added means of accessing information is always welcome. Ride safe and God Bless. Mike Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Freebird Posted September 21, 2007 Author Share #24 Posted September 21, 2007 Just to answer some of the questions. I think the newsletter will be in .html format so links will be active. Because you will be receiving it via email, you will be able to forward it to whomever you wish and will be able to print it to hand out as you please. You will be free to print, copy, reproduce it as you see fit. More to come later. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
matt73ander Posted September 21, 2007 Share #25 Posted September 21, 2007 I think the newsletter would be a great idea. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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