The International Association of Natural Resources Crimestoppers (IANRC) was formed to further the work of the various Operation Game Thief, Turn In Poachers, Report All Poachers, and related programs operating across the United States and Canada. Please take a look at the brochure on our web site www.ianrc.org. It describes the Association’s history, objectives, and membership.

I urge each of you to give careful consideration to becoming a member or renewing your membership. A 2010 dues statement and membership application form is enclosed and can be found on our web site. Please return your dues and application form to me at the above address by no later than April 1, 2010.

President Curtis Brown is planning to bring some great speakers and training opportunities to you this summer at the 2010 conference in sunny Destin, Florida. The agenda will be placed on our web site as soon as possible. The conference will be held at the Hilton Sandestin Beach Golf Resort and Spa www.hiltonsandestinbeach.com. The business meeting will start on Sunday August 29, 2010. The regular conference will start on the morning of August 30th and conclude on September 1st at midday. More information on the conference can be found in the newsletter.

For states or provinces that may have travel funding issues, please contact a Regional Director listed on the enclosed Officer Contact sheet.

If there is any additional information concerning our Association that I can provide, please do not hesitate to contact me.