Re Robert Pelton

Yes, it's industry only. You need a pass from a manufacturer or one of the companies with a display.

There are ways around it but I don't know them.
 
"joe public"

You mean all the people coming to see me? That's a good question. Tell Jeff I am not wearing that damn bikini and high heels he made me wear last year. Last year at SHOT there were dozens of folks who weren't technically dealers or manufacturers or working press. If you know what I mean. ;)
 
RYP said:
"joe public"

You mean all the people coming to see me? That's a good question. Tell Jeff I am not wearing that damn bikini and high heels he made me wear last year. Last year at SHOT there were dozens of folks who weren't technically dealers or manufacturers or working press. If you know what I mean. ;)
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so THAT'S why he asked me to pack that coconut bra. it all makes sense now ;)
 
I think to get into SHOT you need a "media" badge from the Podunk Daily Fish Wrap or be an "internet knife dealer" But after reading the rules I think that the "• NO loud, abusive, or defamatory language, harassment or other unprofessional or inappropriate behavior" is going to keep Jeff out this year.. ;))

http://www.shotshow.org/

SHOT SHOW ®
ATTENDANCE RULES
(Attendees, Exhibitors, Media & Guests)
• Per Sands Expo Convention Center (SECC) policy, personal firearms or ammunition are not allowed. Only firearms on display exhibitors whose firing pins have been removed (and have been inspected by SHOT Show Safety Advisors) will be permitted on the show floor.

• Attendance at the SHOT Show is RESTRICTED to the shooting, hunting and outdoor trade and commercial buyers and sellers of military, law enforcement and tactical products and services ONLY. The show is not open to the public, and NO one under age 16 shall be admitted (including infants).

• Admission to the show requires government issued photo identification plus documentation demonstrating trade affiliation. Show exhibitors and media subject to different credentialing requirements.

• Show badges constitute a limited revocable license to attend the current SHOT Show. Badges CANNOT be reproduced, transferred or resold. There is a $100 fee to replace lost or stolen badges. Limit one (1) free reprint per person during the show. Badges are the property of the National Shooting Sports Foundation and may be revoked by show management at any time for any reason.

• NO Photography – STRICTLY ENFORCED! Photography or video recording at the show is prohibited except by those with valid media badges or other authorized individuals. Surveillance equipment is in use 24/7.

• NO Solicitation.

• NO personal firearms or ammunition allowed. Only firearms on display by exhibitors whose firing pins have been removed (and have been inspected by SHOT Show Safety Advisors) will be permitted on the show floor.

• NO loud, abusive, or defamatory language, harassment or other unprofessional or inappropriate behavior.

• Show management NOT responsible for injuries, property damage or loss of any kind, or for any other incidents, directly or indirectly connected with attending the show. Attendees assume all business and personal risks before, during and after the show.

• Attendees and their belongings may be searched at any time during the show. Attendees consent to such searches and waive any related claims that may arise. If an attendee refuses such searches, attendee may be denied entry or be removed from show premises without refund or other compensation.

• Attendees grant show management permission to utilize their image, likeness, actions and statements in any live or recorded audio, video, or photographic display or other transmission, exhibition, publication or reproduction made of, or at, the Shot Show in any medium or context without further authorization or compensation.

These attendance rules are applicable to all show “attendees” including regular attendees, exhibitors, media and guests. Show management shall have sole discretion over admission at all times and shall strictly enforce all show rules. Attendees agree to abide by these attendance rules, as well as all other rules applicable to their badge type, which may be updated at any time. Violators risk immediate confiscation of their show badge without refund and removal from the premises. Violators will not be allowed re-entry.

If you are unable to provide us with a valid FFL Number or NSSF Member ID you may be asked to provide the following to gain admittance.

Attendance at the SHOT Show is RESTRICTED to the shooting, hunting and outdoor trade and commercial buyers and sellers of military, law enforcement and tactical products and services ONLY. The show is not open to the public, and NO one under age 16 shall be admitted (including infants).

Attendees and guests seeking admission to the show must submit the following information at the time of registration (whether online at shotshow.org or in-person at the show):

§ Current and valid government issued photo identification (e.g. driver’s license, passport, etc.)

PLUS

§ Documentation demonstrating current shooting, hunting and outdoor trade affiliation or commercial involvement in the military, law enforcement or tactical markets

Note: Show exhibitors and media subject to different credentialing requirements.

Acceptable Documentation Demonstrating Trade or Market Affiliation

In addition to current and valid government issued photo identification, attendees must provide at least one of the following:

§ Purchase order or invoice issued or received by your company dated within the last 6 months for

shooting, hunting, and related outdoor, military, law enforcement or tactical products or services. Invoices and receipts must show your company name and current business address

§ Business license that includes your company name and business address and which describes your

company as related to the shooting, hunting or outdoor trade or the military, law enforcement or tactical markets (Please do NOT send a tax ID)

§ Resale certificate that includes your company name and business address and which describes your

company as related to the shooting, hunting or outdoor trade or the military, law enforcement or tactical markets

§ Commercial lease identifying your company name and current business address and which sufficiently

demonstrates your company affiliation with the shooting, hunting or outdoor trade or the military, law enforcement or tactical markets

§ Company business advertisement in a print magazine, journal, etc. published during the last 6 months

related to the shooting, hunting or outdoor trade or the military, law enforcement or tactical markets

§ Company website identifying your company name and current business address and which sufficiently

demonstrates your company affiliation with the shooting, hunting or outdoor trade or the military, law enforcement or tactical markets

§ A letter of intent from an attorney or bank on official letterhead stating that you intend to start a business

related to the shooting, hunting or outdoor trade or the military, law enforcement or tactical markets (this is acceptable for new businesses only)

§ Current employee ID card with photo issued by a business in the shooting, hunting or outdoor trade or

the military, law enforcement or tactical markets

§ Other appropriate documentation that clearly demonstrates, as solely determined by show management,

you or your company is affiliated with the shooting, hunting or outdoor trade or the military, law enforcement or tactical markets

Registrations submitted without current and valid identification AND documentation demonstrating trade or market affiliation will not be processed. The show reserves the right to permit or deny admission to anyone based on information provided, to accept or reject information submitted, and to request additional information, at any time.
 
And with all of that, they still wouldn't allow someone who has jumped through the hoops (CCW/CHL) to carry their handgun concealed. Pretty strange really. If the gun industry doesn't even trust permit holders, seems sort of disingenuous for them to be bellyaching about the government not trusting Citizens.
 
RYP said:
I think to get into SHOT you need a "media" badge from the Podunk Daily Fish Wrap or be an "internet knife dealer" But after reading the rules I think that the "• NO loud, abusive, or defamatory language, harassment or other unprofessional or inappropriate behavior" is going to keep Jeff out this year.. ;))

http://www.shotshow.org/

SHOT SHOW ®
ATTENDANCE RULES
(Attendees, Exhibitors, Media & Guests)
• Per Sands Expo Convention Center (SECC) policy, personal firearms or ammunition are not allowed. Only firearms on display exhibitors whose firing pins have been removed (and have been inspected by SHOT Show Safety Advisors) will be permitted on the show floor.

• Attendance at the SHOT Show is RESTRICTED to the shooting, hunting and outdoor trade and commercial buyers and sellers of military, law enforcement and tactical products and services ONLY. The show is not open to the public, and NO one under age 16 shall be admitted (including infants).

• Admission to the show requires government issued photo identification plus documentation demonstrating trade affiliation. Show exhibitors and media subject to different credentialing requirements.

• Show badges constitute a limited revocable license to attend the current SHOT Show. Badges CANNOT be reproduced, transferred or resold. There is a $100 fee to replace lost or stolen badges. Limit one (1) free reprint per person during the show. Badges are the property of the National Shooting Sports Foundation and may be revoked by show management at any time for any reason.

• NO Photography – STRICTLY ENFORCED! Photography or video recording at the show is prohibited except by those with valid media badges or other authorized individuals. Surveillance equipment is in use 24/7.

• NO Solicitation.

• NO personal firearms or ammunition allowed. Only firearms on display by exhibitors whose firing pins have been removed (and have been inspected by SHOT Show Safety Advisors) will be permitted on the show floor.

• NO loud, abusive, or defamatory language, harassment or other unprofessional or inappropriate behavior.

• Show management NOT responsible for injuries, property damage or loss of any kind, or for any other incidents, directly or indirectly connected with attending the show. Attendees assume all business and personal risks before, during and after the show.

• Attendees and their belongings may be searched at any time during the show. Attendees consent to such searches and waive any related claims that may arise. If an attendee refuses such searches, attendee may be denied entry or be removed from show premises without refund or other compensation.

• Attendees grant show management permission to utilize their image, likeness, actions and statements in any live or recorded audio, video, or photographic display or other transmission, exhibition, publication or reproduction made of, or at, the Shot Show in any medium or context without further authorization or compensation.

These attendance rules are applicable to all show “attendees” including regular attendees, exhibitors, media and guests. Show management shall have sole discretion over admission at all times and shall strictly enforce all show rules. Attendees agree to abide by these attendance rules, as well as all other rules applicable to their badge type, which may be updated at any time. Violators risk immediate confiscation of their show badge without refund and removal from the premises. Violators will not be allowed re-entry.

If you are unable to provide us with a valid FFL Number or NSSF Member ID you may be asked to provide the following to gain admittance.

Attendance at the SHOT Show is RESTRICTED to the shooting, hunting and outdoor trade and commercial buyers and sellers of military, law enforcement and tactical products and services ONLY. The show is not open to the public, and NO one under age 16 shall be admitted (including infants).

Attendees and guests seeking admission to the show must submit the following information at the time of registration (whether online at shotshow.org or in-person at the show):

§ Current and valid government issued photo identification (e.g. driver’s license, passport, etc.)

PLUS

§ Documentation demonstrating current shooting, hunting and outdoor trade affiliation or commercial involvement in the military, law enforcement or tactical markets

Note: Show exhibitors and media subject to different credentialing requirements.

Acceptable Documentation Demonstrating Trade or Market Affiliation

In addition to current and valid government issued photo identification, attendees must provide at least one of the following:

§ Purchase order or invoice issued or received by your company dated within the last 6 months for

shooting, hunting, and related outdoor, military, law enforcement or tactical products or services. Invoices and receipts must show your company name and current business address

§ Business license that includes your company name and business address and which describes your

company as related to the shooting, hunting or outdoor trade or the military, law enforcement or tactical markets (Please do NOT send a tax ID)

§ Resale certificate that includes your company name and business address and which describes your

company as related to the shooting, hunting or outdoor trade or the military, law enforcement or tactical markets

§ Commercial lease identifying your company name and current business address and which sufficiently

demonstrates your company affiliation with the shooting, hunting or outdoor trade or the military, law enforcement or tactical markets

§ Company business advertisement in a print magazine, journal, etc. published during the last 6 months

related to the shooting, hunting or outdoor trade or the military, law enforcement or tactical markets

§ Company website identifying your company name and current business address and which sufficiently

demonstrates your company affiliation with the shooting, hunting or outdoor trade or the military, law enforcement or tactical markets

§ A letter of intent from an attorney or bank on official letterhead stating that you intend to start a business

related to the shooting, hunting or outdoor trade or the military, law enforcement or tactical markets (this is acceptable for new businesses only)

§ Current employee ID card with photo issued by a business in the shooting, hunting or outdoor trade or

the military, law enforcement or tactical markets

§ Other appropriate documentation that clearly demonstrates, as solely determined by show management,

you or your company is affiliated with the shooting, hunting or outdoor trade or the military, law enforcement or tactical markets

Registrations submitted without current and valid identification AND documentation demonstrating trade or market affiliation will not be processed. The show reserves the right to permit or deny admission to anyone based on information provided, to accept or reject information submitted, and to request additional information, at any time.
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Figures it's at the Sands they don't use IBEW hands to set up for the show. Other wise i could have used my show badge and snuck in.
 
Not only do they not let you carry a gun I am pretty sure Jeff and my idea of introducing Segway dueling would be looked upon dimly.
 
Don Rearic said:
And with all of that, they still wouldn't allow someone who has jumped through the hoops (CCW/CHL) to carry their handgun concealed. Pretty strange really. If the gun industry doesn't even trust permit holders, seems sort of disingenuous for them to be bellyaching about the government not trusting Citizens.
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maybe they are worried about distraught customers coming for amends? :D
 
RYP said:
Not only do they not let you carry a gun I am pretty sure Jeff and my idea of introducing Segway dueling would be looked upon dimly.
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I checked into renting the Segways for this year and told them we wanted to set up some jousting competitions with them. They said HELL NO. Those SHOT show bastards have no sense of humor or fun.
 
I have heard that they are really strict about the under age rule though. I wanted to take my 12 year old but everyone I have talked to said no way. Not even for exhibitors kids.
 
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