I've wondered the same thing, though I'd lean well in favor of joining even though I haven't as of yet. If for no other reason than they call attention to
legal changes & challenges as related to keeping & breeding snakes+++ and this HAS to be a good thing.It's a bit like a union that goes to bat for its
members that cannot fight the fight alone, and it's a non-profit too. I have a feeling we should all join...but like you, I welcome more input.