By Jim Irvine, Chairman

As 2005 draws to a close, it’s time to reflect on the past year.

In March we held a great fund raising event at Tactical Defense Institute (TDI). In addition to raising a substantial sum of money, we also had a lot of fun. It’s always enjoyable to meet the people that support us, and put a face with a name. John Benner and Randy Bueche and their teams of instructors were a great help in planning and executing the event. We simply could not have been successful without their involvement.

In July, we changed our name from “Ohioans For Concealed Carry PAC” to “Buckeye Firearms Association.” In doing so, we became a stand-alone PAC, and broadened our scope to include all firearms-related issues.

While such change is always challenging, the rewards are already proving that we are on the right course.

We have contacted every member of the Ohio Legislature and our numerous meetings from the campaign trail to the legislative offices have gone well.

Our reciprocity cards have been well received, with 20,000 being distributed. If you know anyone who needs one, they should ask their local gun stores. We will gladly ship more to any store or club who will help us distribute them.

We provide a weekly News Letter via email that continues to grow in popularity.

We have a web links section to help you find other good groups.

The (OSU) Lantern is reporting that the college has instituted a program to give aid to students who are victims of violence on an around the OSU campus. Judging by the story, the problem is bigger than you'll ever find in a university recruitment flyer.

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