Sanctioned Events ... Nationals, Regionals, State, ..... and a smattering throughout each state every year. They serve a purpose. Most of us try to attend at least one sanctioned event a year. Now the twist is, if one is trying to 'fill in the blanks' say for a Life Membership requirement, they have to attend one every year for 3 years. Additionally, they have to attend at least one National Event in that mix.
"On the sly" ... if someone shows up to simply slide their card and disappear, one can't help but think there is something wrong here. Well, because .. there is.
But hey ... just pointing out the obvious. Nothing to see here... everyone move along .. .smh