[Jaytrek57]

in reply to: South Carter Peak #52983

Welcome.

Sounds like a great week-end.

[Jaytrek57]

in reply to: Movies #52903

maybe it can be a documentary…um…never mind. 😳

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[Jaytrek57]

in reply to: 2007 signups #52695

Ken,

Excellent question.

I guess my answer is we have been fortunate that we have been able to address the few requests, before the sign-ups, on a case by case basis.

Going to be a great planning meeting.

Peace.

[Jaytrek57]

in reply to: How far will you travel to hike the 9/11 Memorial Hike #52757

I voted…don’t want Dirt_Girl mad at me. :blink:

Peace from the “Foxwoods Thruway”…otherwise known as Rhode Island.

[Jaytrek57]

in reply to: 2007 signups #52688

I’m in favor of having a set number of peaks (say 3-4) reserved each year for youth groups.

This addresses people’s valid concerns that someday there are 48+ youth groups taking over FOT48. :flag:

It also, IMHO, keeps us flexiable in our approach and not shackled to a “black & white” policy.

This event is about particapation…NOT about what peak “you” have. The more creative ways we can develope to get more people involved the better.

It might just be me…but IMHO…this year we are lacking in “new” people. Just a concern.

Should be quite the planning meeting.

Peace.

[Jaytrek57]

in reply to: How far will you travel to hike the 9/11 Memorial Hike #52743

I have issues with my current residence.

😮

[Jaytrek57]

in reply to: 2007 signups #52680

That’s true.

:beer: :flag: :beer:

[Jaytrek57]

in reply to: 2007 signups #52675

Magic, with due respect…you can keep changing the scenario till it fits any arguement. I simply counter your orginal one with a different view point.

What if I was planning to pick a peak, made certain plans, Hut reservations, ect, then found out it was taken by pre-registered Scouts

Well the same could be said if you weren’t the fastest at the sign-up process and did not get the peak you wanted.

I was going to move on, but can someone explain to me why a lottery system is unfair or not doable? Maybe I missed a post or two as well… 😉
Perhaps the computer logistics are too complicated…that’s not my area…but geez…it is just an idea folks. :flag:

It is true…there are degrees of favortism…we reserve a couple of peaks for non-hikers or people physically unable to hike. Should we stop this as well? Again degrees.

I’m in favor of a set number of peaks being reserved for youth groups. Ok…I’m biased…I’m a youth worker. This will help the event in years to come in very positive ways.

Anyways…hope to see you all at the KOA and Magic do not forget the clock this time.

I have RESERVED a beating for you in chess. :flag:

Peace.

[Jaytrek57]

in reply to: 2007 signups #52671

Interesting analogy Magic.

What if you were told that the hut you wanted or the room you wanted was full? Easy to say go to another hut…but again I think this turns people off.

BTW, they do have lottery systems for a host of NP campsites in prime season(s).

I here what people are saying about this method…I really do. And truth be told we have a fantastic system in place now that is working very well. Thanks in large part to Mr. Wonderful…er…I mean Chris. 😀

I am looking forward to this years event and many more.

Speaking of a lottery, Powerball is over 150 million. That’s a lot of flagpoles. :flag:

Peace.

[Jaytrek57]

in reply to: Pre-POST Event Gathering #52525

Chip,

I always wanted to try one of their cabins.

Yes…many flags will be a flying.

Peace.

[Jaytrek57]

in reply to: 2006 Full Coverage!!! #52796

Y’know….somehow I knew it would be Pepsi!!

Can’t wait. :flag:

peace.

[Jaytrek57]

in reply to: 2007 signups #52666

Interesting points Brownie.

The “lottery” idea….is just that…an idea.

I tend to “play” things out to the nth degree and my “logistics” inner demon is always asking, “What If?”

My thought process along these lines was. What if we had 100 + people wanting to be PC’s?

I do think we need to be a bit flexable with some special requests (youth groups, etc.) and treat these requests on a case by case basis.

If we are to be “black & white” in the expectations, IMHO, it will hurt us in the years to come.

This is why the Planning Meetings are so important. A chance to set the tone for the year, exchange ideas and plan future strategies.

As far as non-profit. Others would know better than I, but there is zero money exchanged for anything, so I don’t think it applies here.

Peace.

[Jaytrek57]

in reply to: How far will you travel to hike the 9/11 Memorial Hike #52734

Damn!

maybe I’ll do some laps between the Woodstock Inn and KOA. :beer:

Peace.

[Jaytrek57]

in reply to: How far will you travel to hike the 9/11 Memorial Hike #52730

I might win. :flag:

I live in RI now {sigh}.

Peace.

[Jaytrek57]

in reply to: 2007 signups #52661

All good points Mtnapa!!

Hope you are well!

peace.

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