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Speaking of the future of this website #7128865
01/09/21 09:04 PM
01/09/21 09:04 PM
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Goldsboro, North Carolina
Paul Dobbins Offline OP
"Trapperman custodian"
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I don't have a definitive plan for this place when I croak. It's going to happen some day, and I really need to figure that out. I like to have things planned out. I have someone wanting to buy Dobbins' Products along with Trapperman, but I haven't sat down and discussed the details of how the transfer of Trapperam will work. There are certain things that I'd want to see continued, but I don't think I'd have much control from the grave.



Re: Speaking of the future of this website [Re: Paul Dobbins] #7128867
01/09/21 09:05 PM
01/09/21 09:05 PM
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Northern Maine
Bruce T Offline
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Just don't sell it to James....lol


Nevada bound
Re: Speaking of the future of this website [Re: Paul Dobbins] #7128870
01/09/21 09:06 PM
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Fontana KS
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Andrew Eastwood Offline
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Fontana KS
Well Paul, it is always a good idea to plan ahead, but lets hope it isn't necessary for many years to come.

Re: Speaking of the future of this website [Re: Paul Dobbins] #7128874
01/09/21 09:07 PM
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North central Iowa
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Bob_Iowa Offline
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All I can say is get things in writing and have a lawyer write it up.

Re: Speaking of the future of this website [Re: Paul Dobbins] #7128879
01/09/21 09:10 PM
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Michael Lippold Offline
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NW Mo
Well I hope it’s many years away but it is inevitable. Glad there is someone interested and I hope they can continue the great products and trapperman

Re: Speaking of the future of this website [Re: Bruce T] #7128886
01/09/21 09:13 PM
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nate Offline
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Originally Posted by Bruce T
Just don't sell it to James....lol


That's funny.

Re: Speaking of the future of this website [Re: Paul Dobbins] #7128891
01/09/21 09:15 PM
01/09/21 09:15 PM
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Champaign County, Ohio.
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KeithC Offline
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Originally Posted by Bob_Iowa
All I can say is get things in writing and have a lawyer write it up.


A legal contract with the buyer can give the receivers of your estate or your will's executor the power to see that the things you want continued on Trapperman are continued.

Keith

Re: Speaking of the future of this website [Re: Andrew Eastwood] #7128893
01/09/21 09:16 PM
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Western Shore Delaware
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Originally Posted by Andrew Eastwood
Well Paul, it is always a good idea to plan ahead, but lets hope it isn't necessary for many years to come.


When you have to make a choice and don’t make it, that in itself is a choice. If you fail to prepare, you may be preparing to fail.

Always best regards,
SJA :-)


"Humans are the hardest people to get along with."
Dr. Phillip Snow
Re: Speaking of the future of this website [Re: Paul Dobbins] #7128901
01/09/21 09:20 PM
01/09/21 09:20 PM
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Originally Posted by Paul Dobbins
I don't have a definitive plan for this place when I croak. It's going to happen some day, and I really need to figure that out. I like to have things planned out. I have someone wanting to buy Dobbins' Products along with Trapperman, but I haven't sat down and discussed the details of how the transfer of Trapperam will work. There are certain things that I'd want to see continued, but I don't think I'd have much control from the grave.


You will still be able to vote in future elections. May not be your choice, though!
grin

Chris


>>In God we trust<<
Re: Speaking of the future of this website [Re: Bruce T] #7128906
01/09/21 09:23 PM
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Originally Posted by Bruce T
Just don't sell it to James....lol

But let him write up the terms.

Re: Speaking of the future of this website [Re: Andrew Eastwood] #7128912
01/09/21 09:26 PM
01/09/21 09:26 PM
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Co.-Wy. part time AK.
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Originally Posted by Andrew Eastwood
Well Paul, it is always a good idea to plan ahead, but lets hope it isn't necessary for many years to come.

DITTO!!

Re: Speaking of the future of this website [Re: Paul Dobbins] #7128915
01/09/21 09:27 PM
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I’m part of a beekeeping forum that was sold in the last year or two. The new owner commercialized it, it’s full of adds now. I understand the need to make money, but it seems like an add pops up every 30 seconds too much in my opinion.

Re: Speaking of the future of this website [Re: Bruce T] #7128936
01/09/21 09:38 PM
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Originally Posted by Bruce T
Just don't sell it to James....lol

Or use his legal services...


you're only allowed so many sunrises... I aim to see every one of them!
Re: Speaking of the future of this website [Re: Paul Dobbins] #7128948
01/09/21 09:44 PM
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I don't know you personally Paul. I assume you don't have any heirs? A contract will be the only way to really keep it going. The only way to hold someone to that after (God forbid) your passing would be to pay a retainer to a law firm to keep an eye on the agreement. That's going to run into some cash for sure. Perhaps starting a donation for such a thing wouldn't be a bad idea? Maybe figure out a way to make all donations anonymous so no one could hold it against anyone? Just spit balling here.


I BELIEVE IN MY GOD, MY COUNTRY AND IN MYSELF.
Re: Speaking of the future of this website [Re: Paul Dobbins] #7128979
01/09/21 09:59 PM
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Just have it in your will where Wolfdog is head moderator. Everyone will be kept in check then, and entertained!


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DJT & MTG in 2024!
Re: Speaking of the future of this website [Re: Paul Dobbins] #7128993
01/09/21 10:04 PM
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Im glad your thinking about it. Not that Im sure I will outlive you. It would be nice if it continued long after all of us are dead.


Those who would give up essential liberty, to purchase a little temporary safety, deserve neither liberty nor safety. Benjamin Franklin (1706-1790)
Re: Speaking of the future of this website [Re: Paul Dobbins] #7129075
01/09/21 10:31 PM
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Do I need to start one of them Go Fund Me things so I can buy up like a 20 year supply of Backbreaker to have in reserve in case of emergency?

I think what I’d do is probably put it on ebay if I quit trapping or get more trifling and after I kick the bucket we can split the profit. Just look for a envelope from me with burnt edges, aint got a clue where in heaven you’d cash it.
LOL.

I will probably get ripped off on extra postage trying to send mail to heaven from where I will probably be!

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Re: Speaking of the future of this website [Re: Paul Dobbins] #7129094
01/09/21 10:37 PM
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OK to plan but not to worry.

Old Willie Nelson said something about a waste of time and tears: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9v2PK7_NMZ4

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Re: Speaking of the future of this website [Re: Paul Dobbins] #7129102
01/09/21 10:40 PM
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Originally Posted by Paul Dobbins
I don't have a definitive plan for this place when I croak. It's going to happen some day, and I really need to figure that out. I like to have things planned out. I have someone wanting to buy Dobbins' Products along with Trapperman, but I haven't sat down and discussed the details of how the transfer of Trapperam will work. There are certain things that I'd want to see continued, but I don't think I'd have much control from the grave.

These are the types of conversations/topics people hate. Sometimes they are the most important to address. Been dealing with it at my business over the last couple years buying out my mentor. He is at ease in his mind knowing the plan is in place and in motion. Now we just go about business and enjoy working each day together.

Re: Speaking of the future of this website [Re: Paul Dobbins] #7129124
01/09/21 10:50 PM
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Having been here since almost the beginning and meeting and enjoying so many people and made so many friends here and in my travels, I would be lost with out the place being here, just knowing the history.

If your thinking about it, then its time to have the plans made up, and it still will take time to do cause the first drafts always cause a second look to clear things up better.

Also would like to add that if a like minded individual to the art of trapping and fur handling is running the place instead of just some one with dollars to put it in their hands, there is a better chance of it remaining longer as it is than as a money changer for the other.

I'm aware that most do not like to see their mortality flare up like this, with these questions and do apologize for being so frank and up front, however taking measures and making arrangements now prevent problems down the road for others you care about !


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Sorry if my opinions or replies offend you, they are not meant to !

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