Soarski wrote........
One should not have to
tell anyone to stay home?

When a contest is over-subscribed, some MUST be told to stay home. The
issue is how to fairly deal with all those who wish to enter. The
entrant list spikes to over 80 just before the 60 day cut-off and then
a good dozen or so drop out about 2 weeks before the contest. This
"casual interest", isn't fair to those who really would like to fly,
but aren't in a position to jump up and go, a day or two before it
starts. I believe the proposed 50% rule deals fairly with both groups.
Parowan was found and nurtered by region 11 folks and then region 2
folks (KS & crew) held the first regionals there followed by sports
nats. I see the place as a national treasure, not unlike a national
park, and should be made available to all.
I say again.............good on ya' rules committee!
JJ