Well written and explained Skeet. Tip of the hat. i believe you may have hit on it
totally, possibily the starting downfall of Slabfest group.
One competition entered into picture - things within the group changed unknowingly
but it did happen. A lot of people love just being around other people with the
same interest. Some of the best times a few of us have had is going nite fishing with
3 - 4 other boats and just havin a blast. Super friendly rivaly and helping each other
catch fish.
I spoke last week with a couple that when they first moved into Florida about 4 yrs
ago - they were looking to meet other crappie fishermen - so they went to a Slabfest.
Upon arrival they found out they and arrived to late - people had just finished eating
and most everyone was paired off into their own personal clicks..............they recd
somewhat of cold reception...........They never went to another...........

Maybe taking a hard look at ourselves and going back to what got us to into the 3 F's...........Fun- Friendship & Fishing - is the real deal...

GO BACK TO BASIC'S