The GCA Journal is the centerpiece of membership—a full-color quarterly publication (Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter) running 36-40 pages per issue. Each edition contains peer-reviewed articles from some of the most knowledgeable M1 Garand researchers alive, covering everything from rifle history to co...
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The GCA Journal is the centerpiece of membership—a full-color quarterly publication (Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter) running 36-40 pages per issue. Each edition contains peer-reviewed articles from some of the most knowledgeable M1 Garand researchers alive, covering everything from rifle history to collecting strategy to technical breakdowns. No display advertising clutters the pages, so every issue is packed with substance.
| Benefit | Details |
|---|---|
| Quarterly Journal | All 4 issues mailed to your address |
| M1 Data Sheet | Reference guide included with first issue |
| CMP Eligibility | GCA membership fulfills CMP purchase requirements |
| Marketplace Access | Free classified ads for buying/selling/trading |
| National Conventions | Member-only events across the US with shooting matches |
| Camp Perry Sponsorship | GCA covers entry fees and gear for members competing at National Matches |
| Membership Meetings | Off-year gatherings at locations like CMP's Talladega Marksmanship Park |
$35 per year (US residents) $50 per year (International) Memberships last 12 months from join date. Renewal reminders are emailed, and you keep the same membership number even if you lapse.
If you miss journal issues during a late renewal, back issues are available for $5 each (subject to availability). The "Best of the GCA Journal" book series collects 3 years (12 issues) per volume—Books 1-10 are in print with bulk discounts.
Submit original articles about M1 Garands for peer review. All authors receive: - 1-year complimentary membership - Advance copy by First Class Mail - Byline credit in the Journal
Guidelines are strict—submissions must be original, previously unpublished work submitted as plain text with high-resolution photos (300 dpi minimum, 1200×1600px or larger). All material is fact-checked by technical advisors including Scott Duff and Paul "Bubba" Goedde.
GCA sponsors competitive shooting events with an official rulebook and match schedule. Members compete using their M1s at sanctioned matches throughout the year. Notable shooters and award winners are recognized in the Journal.
GCA has built a searchable index of all published articles (dating back to the organization's founding), making it a living archive of M1 knowledge. The organization also maintains relationships with the Civilian Marksmanship Program (CMP) and participates in military rifle heritage preservation.
Quick membership signup via credit card at thegca.org, or submit a traditional application by mail with check/money order. New members agree to a basic code of conduct and fraud policy.
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