New HB 162 Sub-Forum

[Pepper]

Originally Posted by SIKSUKR

Thanks Don.I think that's a good move on your part.I'm not sure why people would not read a section of a forum because of one thread though.It's easy enough to read one post in a thread and if you don't like the subject,move on to the next.The current thread on HB 162 looks like people are really trying to stay within the guidelines.

SIKSUKR, I'll fess up and tell that I'm one of the Forum Regulars who quit reading the Boating threads, and I just wanted to clear up that way-back-when, it was not just one thread. Things had gotten really hot last year, and it got to a point where I was witnessing arguments between people I consider to be my friends, and I didn't want to feel "torn". For a while it seemed that somehow every thread somehow managed to have a reference to the speed limit issue.

I have affection and respect for many members of the Forum! Seeing the heated arguements became just too much for me, and I did the only thing I could - avoided those threads by avoiding the entire area.

Now I can once again enjoy the Boating topics, where I've learned a lot about boats, the lake, etc. I personally don't know the first thing about boating, and have had only a few opportunities to be in one out on the lake - mostly on the Mount. Being able to read all about boating on the lake sort of affords me an opportunity to live vicariously through all the other Members who post their adventures! I've even had quite a few chuckles reading the threads about the "Mystery" items on Bizer's charts! While I still wouldn't know how to even start a boat, I've begun to learn the locations of various islands, the "cool places", the hidden jems, the cheapest gas, and a ton of other great stuff!

I am eternally grateful that Don has created a sub-forum so that those who feel passionately have a place to discuss this important issue! I think this is a brilliant solution. It is abundantly clear that there is much to be said on both sides of this topic, and for those whose lives will be affected by the outcome, I can certainly understand why they feel so passionate!

Thank you, Don, for creating this special sub-forum, so that discussion may continue! I am sure that Forum Members who have interest in both sides of the issue appreciate the ability to openly exchange their views. Also, those who wish to learn more about the issue have a specific place where they can now go to read specific information! I am sure that there are many visitors to the site who are seeking information, and this will allow them to locate what they seek!