I'm not at all surprised that membership is up. Since so many are staying at home these days, they finally have the time to do some interesting things they've been wanting to do. Joining TG may be one of those good things for these folks. There is a lot of good stuff to learn here.
My word of advice to new members is how to discuss controversial topics. POLITELY! We should all state our opinions yet respect the opinions of others. The moderators do a good job of keeping things in line, but help them out by keeping all debate civil and factual. B.S. is not tolerated, with the possible exception of relating a hunting story. I guess everybody stirs a little B.S. into that pot. Just joking, so don't anybody throw rocks at me.
Terry and crew, thanks for the good job you do managing TG.