1 /5 Billy Bob: On 12/18/2021, at approximately 9:50 A.M., I arrived at Sportman’s Paradise ready to play some electronic bingo on the gaming devices. I waited outside the door until 10:02 A.M. (2 minutes past supposed opening time) and was let in with approximately three other people. I made my way inside but was called back to a table and was told I had to check in. Weird but ok. I thought this was for a prize entry or something. My temperature was then taken with a contactless thermometer, however it was taken while pointed at my hand. I’m pretty sure it has to be taken while pointed at the individuals head for an accurate reading. I was then told I needed a mask to play on the machines. Three problems here. Firstly, masks are no longer required in Louisiana or Livingston Parish. I understand this is a private business and they can enforce their own mandate, however they should understand this is costing them money (as it did in my case). Secondly, the individual telling me I have to wear a mask is not wearing one herself…yes you read that correctly. She didn’t even have one around her chin. Nothing. The manager who was behind her tending to another duty also did not have one on. I was told she would have her mask on shortly. Lastly, every mask costs $1.00. Pump the breaks. You’re telling me you want me to put a mask on when they’re no longer required, while the person telling me to wear one doesn’t have one on herself, and you’re expecting me to gamble on your gaming devices and pay for the mask too….not happening captain. I told the lady at the desk and the manager that I would wear one, but I’m not paying for it and gambling on the machines. One would have to be provided free of charge. I was refused. I then told them I would be heading across the river in West Baton Rouge Parish to play video poker. No masks required. I would love to hear the owner’s response to this. Please feel free to contact me so we can discuss this issue further. Thanks and have a Merry Christmas and a happy New Year!