Even if it is only an associate membership which is only $5 you can make a difference with your vote!!! And you can still get your vote in this year!
I would also like to knowHonest question: what is the CCA and why is it relevant to me as a chip collector (esp. as an international collector). What does the CCA offer that sites like PCDC or PCF don’t?
I was thinking about your question going to the store. I highlighted the thing that seems to be a common thread in the hobby. Nothing aginst you or anyone personally but here is a HUGE PROBLEM.Honest question: what is the CCA and why is it relevant to me as a chip collector (esp. as an international collector). What does the CCA offer that sites like PCDC or PCF don’t?
To be clear, this was asked not to be provocative, rather out of genuine curiosity. Reading all the posts here and on PCF today and yesterday, I have some vague idea of what the CCA is, but I'm still left wondering how it all fits together in the grander scheme of the chip collecting world, especially as an international chipper.I was thinking about your question going to the store. I highlighted the thing that seems to be a common thread in the hobby. Nothing aginst you or anyone personally but here is a HUGE PROBLEM.
Honest question: what is the CCA and why is it relevant to me as a chip collector.
You aren’t alone. I asked a similar question in another chat but in a less kind fashion.To be clear, this was asked not to be provocative, rather out of genuine curiosity. Reading all the posts here and on PCF today and yesterday, I have some vague idea of what the CCA is, but I'm still left wondering how it all fits together in the grander scheme of the chip collecting world, especially as an international chipper.
The CCA isn't a sets or singles thing, Its a casino collectables thing and chips are a major part. Aren't we sets collectors chip collectors?? Yes. The club needs fresh members!! With fresh Ideas! I urge you to join!Should I join if I'm not a single collector, just a poker player who likes sets and racks?
Like everywhere there's always the occasional stinky pickle.....The best part of the CCA is the code of ethics. The fact that they will get involved in a dispute between members is refreshing.
@Jerry Vergatos @CCA.SM.Director @GamingOreId like to reopen this discussion.
I think this hobby has 3 camps…
• Single Collectors
(Some don’t care for sets)
• Set Collectors
(Some don’t care for singles)
• Social Poker Players & Hosts
(Some are only social/poker, and don’t care about chips)
(Some folks are a multi blend)
That said, what are some of the things the CCA could offer in the future for 1 or all 3 camps?
I'd tag the membership director at the CCA but..... Well.......Id like to reopen this discussion.
I think this hobby has 3 camps…
• Single Collectors
(Some don’t care for sets)
• Set Collectors
(Some don’t care for singles)
• Social Poker Players & Hosts
(Some are only social/poker, and don’t care about chips)
(Some folks are a multi blend)
That said, what are some of the things the CCA could offer in the future for 1 or all 3 camps?
That’s awesome! Jay Sands (membership director) will process your application and issue you a membership number. I have to admit I don’t know how long that takes. He’s a volunteer like everyone else and has a personal life to weave CCA duties into. Along with your number, you’ll be sent a badge/card and other “welcome” information. With your membership, you can create a free account on the chip guide (https://chipguide.com) where you can (if you want) use the database to inventory your chips, create want and trade lists that other members who’ve done the same can compare against yours (what do I want that you have to trade?). You can also sign up on the CCA Forums (https://forums.ccgtcc.com). I’ll see your new signup and DM you for your full name and account number. Once I have that, I’ll upgrade your status so you can see everything (some sections are reserved for CCA eyes only - very juicy stuff happens there that others don’t get to see, LOL). Anyway, those are the next steps. Again, welcome to the club and I hope to see you in person one of these days. I’ll be at the SNCCC Fall Show, at Casinorama in Feb and of course at next year’s convention in June.So I paid my $40
Now what? Haven’t heard back by email or anything.
Excited to get this sorted and be involved
So I joined the CCA…. But still haven’t received a welcome email or anything in the mailbox.That’s awesome! Jay Sands (membership director) will process your application and issue you a membership number. I have to admit I don’t know how long that takes. He’s a volunteer like everyone else and has a personal life to weave CCA duties into. Along with your number, you’ll be sent a badge/card and other “welcome” information. With your membership, you can create a free account on the chip guide (https://chipguide.com) where you can (if you want) use the database to inventory your chips, create want and trade lists that other members who’ve done the same can compare against yours (what do I want that you have to trade?). You can also sign up on the CCA Forums (https://forums.ccgtcc.com). I’ll see your new signup and DM you for your full name and account number. Once I have that, I’ll upgrade your status so you can see everything (some sections are reserved for CCA eyes only - very juicy stuff happens there that others don’t get to see, LOL). Anyway, those are the next steps. Again, welcome to the club and I hope to see you in person one of these days. I’ll be at the SNCCC Fall Show, at Casinorama in Feb and of course at next year’s convention in June.