Hey,

I am working on a website that addresses many of these very issues. Our hobby is not really complicated, but we are functioning in the dark with a flashlight. There are treasures all around us and we just need a stronger lamp. I am trying to build a lighthouse to do exactly that.

I do agree that many vets are not doing enough. Many are more concerned with competition, tournament victories, and bragging rights than in actually providing leadership for newcomers.

We have to catch coaches while they are still in the "wow, this is cool," enthusiasm phase. You know what I mean right?

I'm still in my rookie year of active involvement and am using my own experiences as the model for how things need to change in the future.