Subsim Meet Idea Discussion

[GoldenRivet]

Hypothetically Speaking Of Course...

We already have an annual Subsim Meet

But what about a semi-annual - Regional Subsim Meet

we could split into groups like so...

Northeast Subsim (ME, Mass, RI, CT, VT, NH, DE, MD, DC, NY WV, PA, NJ)

East central Subsim (MI, IL, OH, WI, IN)*

Southeast Subsim (KY, VA, TN, NC, SC, GA, AL, FL)

South Central Subsim (TX, OK, AR, OK, LA, MS)

Southwest Subsim (NM, CO, NV, CA, AZ, UT)

Northwest Subsim (WA, OR, WY, ID, MY)

North Central Subsim (ND, SD, KS, NE, MO, IA, MN)

Once or Twice a year the subsim groups would host their own Subsim Meet where they would converge on a centralized location for a weekend of fun and comradeship. (not to coincide with the official subsim meet... and should be considered as an appetizer for the official meet)

We could all book rooms at the same hotel, we would designate a coordinator or "MC" so to speak... and since the event is regional, almost everyone in attendance would have transportation and/or cheaper travel costs as everyone would be more or less "local".

Each Group could participate in events for example... the South Central Group could go to Six Flags over Texas in Dallas... tour the USS Texas / Cavalla in Galveston or Visit Battleship Park in Mobile, Alabama.

Northheast Subsim could visit the USS Intrepid, or tour the USS Constitution. etc etc

The forum here could have new additions where members from each group could post plans, suggestions, ideas or itineraries. We would also post pictures of the events along with discussion and commentary etc.

Discuss amongst yourselves, personally i think it is a nice idea, and would be a bit of an alternative for those who cant travel across the country, continent or world once a year even though we might really want to.

I would be interested in hearing your opinions.

thanks

John

[UnderseaLcpl]

You know, that really is a good idea. I like it

Having regional meets might give us a lot of options we might not otherwise have during the regular meets because we could have more of them and it would be easier on people's schedules. Perhaps we could even work in some fundraising activities for Subsim

The more I think about it, the more I like it. Hell, I'm almost ashamed I didn't come up with the idea myself. I'd like to hear what Neal thinks about it.

[GoldenRivet]

Originally Posted by UnderseaLcpl

Perhaps we could even work in some fundraising activities for Subsim

my thoughts exactly... might have to get into some sort of setting up of a non profit outfit though if we go that route.

im not sure what the rules are honestly there - if any.

but you're right... would be easier on folks schedules.

Neal's attendance or that of a moderator or some other Subsim higher up would be compulsory of course

[UnderseaLcpl]

Originally Posted by GoldenRivet

my thoughts exactly... might have to get into some sort of setting up of a non profit outfit though if we go that route.

You're the business guy, but I think that would depend primarily on how Neal handles his accounting. Any local fundraising activity would probably genereate untraceable cash revenue, which could then be given to Neal to spend on everyday expenses in lieu of electronic transactions. In turn, Neal could use traceable income to pay for his expenditures on the website and whatever else might garner unwanted attention.
Essentially, I think this could all be done under the table. We aren't going to generate any kind of revenue that would tip the Feds or the State off, and what business is it of theirs anyway?

Then again, if we have a willing person with sufficient knowledge of business law, we could do it legally for no charge.

[GoldenRivet]

im all for that... like you said it would depend on a couple of things.

... Im curious about what sort of turn out we might have at events.

[UnderseaLcpl]

At least two in Texas for sure

But besides the turnout of subsim members, we could also attract new members. Family members of other Subsimmers, Naval enthusiasts, sim gamers...... depending on how we handle fundraising and other activities. But I'm getting ahead of myself here.

Most people will probably post their thoughts tommorrow morning. See where it goes from there.

[TarJak]

Bah! you're just trying to boost your post count.

Not a bad idea but like a typical yank leaves the rest rest of the world out of your thinking.

[Jimbuna]

How about a visit to HMS London on the Thames

[GoldenRivet]

Originally Posted by TarJak

Bah! you're just trying to boost your post count.

Not a bad idea but like a typical yank leaves the rest rest of the world out of your thinking.

Nothing to stop Australia from having a regional meet.

But as a yank, im just looking out for number one

but seriously, what do you guys think of the idea... (you guys pretty much being yanks)

[GoldenRivet]

anyone?

[Sailor Steve]

Me?

I don't think.

Ever.

I've tried on several occasions to get together with subsimmers who actually live in the same area as myself. No luck.

But still, I wouldn't be against the idea.

[nikimcbee]

GR, you are a little behind on the curve here.

http://www.subsim.com/radioroom/showthread.php?t=107792


...and there was a Salt Lake City subsim meeting several years ago

and there was:
http://www.subsim.com/radioroom/showthread.php?t=104885

[nikimcbee]

i also organized one for seattle, but everybody whimped out at the last second.

[GoldenRivet]

AWWWW man!

well hey, i wonder what it would take to get people interested.

i mean besides getting to kiss Neal's ass and tour the USS Texas... whats the big draw to the Houston Subsim Meet?

maybe im just bored and want to do something fun and adventurous.

[longam]

Subsim Camping trip would be awesome, been itching to go camping.