Spook; I realize I don't know anything and don't confuse me with someone who does, but other than the joy of flying, is there any incentive attached? Award (even a free meal) for farthest traveled, biggest lie, most non functioning equipment, etc.? Can you think of a way to make it novel and maybe more fun? Avgas is expensive, so maybe everyone is feeling the crunch.
Al DeMarzo Visit the Ercoupe Swap Page - Free and Easy http://www.ercoupeowners.com/swap/swapbook.htm ----- Original Message ----- From: Percy To: [email protected] Sent: Wednesday, January 02, 2008 9:25 PM Subject: [ercoupe-flyin] Re: EOC related, kinda, & request for regional observations Subject: EOC related, kinda, & request for regional observations Posted by: "ght" [EMAIL PROTECTED] ght28 Date: Wed Jan 2, 2008 5:43 pm ((PST)) Howdy, I wonder if you folks have noticed a willingness or lack thereof among the folks in your geographic area, to participate and volunteer in ANY aviation event or club. I ask because I have noticed such a lack of interest and enthusiasm among pilots and aviation fans in my county, yet the attitude of the folks one county south is completely different. Also, our neighboring state to the north, Oregon, seems to be much more involved in aviation events and clubs of all sorts. I know part of it has to do with weather, but although the northern coast of CA has a bad reputation for fog, there are many, clear, beautiful flying days. I have been amazed how few other people I have seen flying on these great days. My partner and I certainly enjoy having the sky to ourselves, but it's not so wonderful for GA. I'd like to hear what anyone has to say on this matter. Spook -----Percy replies------- Thank you for the kind words, Spook. I'm sure Joey, the Region 3 Director, would appreciate them. Now for you other guys. She's talking about the Oregon Ercoupe Erforce. This outfit has a monthly newsletter (emailed or posted) that is there Every Month. There is also a Monthly Meeting on the Last Sunday - depend on it. Now, usually this time of the year they stick close in the Mid-Willamette Valley (Albany/Independence/Salem), but they do venture out (Astoria/Bend/Florance/Madras/Roseberg). The deal is that no one meeting may be a barn burner, but every one knows that sooner or later there will be a meeting near them. Not Rocket Science - just consistency. Try it sometime. Percy in NM (where they don't meet at all), USA
