I am new to the group also, and am a "probationary member" of the Anne Arundel Fish & Game Club.
A current "full" member of the club has to sponsor you to join. A little interview process occurs (painless),
and a 6 month probationary period to attend a few orientation classes and get signed off in pistol, shotgun,
and rifle. A bit of a cumbersome process, but again, painless. (and fun). Ask around, someone you know
may be a longtime member of the club, and could sponsor you!
Scruff