Originally posted by lkaras1
Yes I have checked the web site. 
But why do so many people still seem like its not worth it ? I have seen many posts that state if it wasnt for the insurance, themselves or their club would say no to AMA. To me it sound like the big shots dont do much for the little guy. Why hasnt anyone come up with something better? Or is it the "old timers" are just set in their ways and nobody is will to fight to change things?
You generally see the same people *****ing and griping about the AMA costs and that insurance shouldn't cost that much. But they forget the AMA is an organization that promotes model aviation, not an insurance company. The insurance is a benefit of membership. Some of these people can be classified as part of the "instant gratification society". Others I am not so sure about, like the guy that will spend $5000.00 on his jet or giant scale plane, but still complain that AMA dues are expensive!
There are options if you don't want to support the hobby through AMA. You can purchase some land and get insurance. Others have done this.
I personally like to be part of an organization that promotes model aviation(all aspects), and be able to have the camaradarie of my fellow modelers while I fly.