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John, Thank You very much for both your concise instructions and posting the Membership Map. I'll save your instructions thill next time.

The below URL is the IPMS/USA Membership Map I made on a CalComp Plotter in 1969, and published in the Quarterly Memo wrap=around. I expect the membership is approximately the same today. http://i604.photobucket.com/albums/tt124/HappyRalph/IPMS_Membership_Map_1968.jpg I got it to PhotoBucket - Now to figure out how to get it on the Forum?

This is a Membership Map I did on a CalComp Plotter at work in 1969, and published in the Quarterly Memo prior to the 1970 Convention in Wichita, KA. The map shows membership, by number of members in each concentrated area of the US. I expect the distribution hasn't changed a great deal since then. Ulps - can't seem to get the I'mage inserted here??? I will be happy to send it to anyone interested as a regular e-mail attachment. My e-mail: ralf7@verizon.net

Has anyone taken and/or posted photos of the Achievement Awards presentations? Please advise. Ralf7@verizon.net Note corrected e-mail address above.

Has anyone taken and posted their photos of the Special National Awards presentations at the Banquet - Chapter, Newsletter, Webpage/WebMaster, etc of the Year? This has been overlooked in previous years and i hope not this year.

Eric, Please add me to our Forum's Webmaster section. I heartedly applaud this new forum, want to participate, and appreciate your initiating it. Hopre to see you in Columbus and TAKE CARE,

Hmmmm Very Pleased to see the new Journal (Cover and Index) on the Home page beat my Journal to my Mailbox. The preview whets my appetite,,,, :Smile-tongue: Way to go guys!

The earliest Chapters I recall, in the late 60s, were; Tidewater (Norfolk area), VA, and Seattle, WA. I can dig into my old Publications for further info. Back then there were no requirements for being a chapter, Any couple guys could declare themselves a chapter and be listed in the Memos as such. I recall attending the Louisville, KY chapter meeting (while on a business trip) in one members basement with two members in attendance. Gil - I attended the 1974 Convention in Columbus OH.

When I was setting up the original IPMS/USA web site in 1996 I applied for "IPMS.org". But that URL had already taken by the "International Power Motor Squadron", a boating organization. That organization has (apparently?) since been re-named the "International Sail and Power Academy ISPA" . A minor incidental IPMS/USA history item.

Eric, Good idea making your activities transparent. We all get to see how you are proceeding in implementing our suggestions toward making our web page even better. Your responsiveness is very much appreciated. Excellent job with the web page these recent years and glad you are sticking with it- THANK YOU.

Eric I always liked having our American Flag in the top zone, and more obvious, on our web page.

My Convention Registration Name Badge and Banquet Ticket arrived in today's mail. See you SOON and have a Safe Trip.

OrR the car trunk open with space for me! Anyway Thanks Gil and see you soon. Have a Safe Trip.

Mike, Ulps I meant to say Two different shirts.

Yes

Steve, I too received my 50th Anniversary T-shirt and pin sometime ago. And I understand my Convention Packet will be mailed from the Convention folks a couple weeks before the Convention. The (50th Anniversary T-shirt and pin) and the (Convention Packet) are coming to you from two different sources. Trust the above helps. See you in Hampton and TAKE CARE, Ralph

UPDATE - Happy to report I have caught a ride to the Convention. Thanks to all who viewed. IuSee you in Hampton and have a SAFE TRIP.

David, Thank You for your thoughtful offer and gracious sentiment. I'm looking forward to seeing you again. Safe Trip to you my friend,

GIL, Believe me - I'd love to be doing that with you Rebs. Traveling with you folks would be a real treat. BTW - I was born and raised in Norfolk, but came North almost 50 years ago. See you in Hampton - Have a Safe Trip,

Bump.... Still looking...

Gene, If you rent a car - another though for your consideration- Post your arrival and departure times here and offer a ride to other attendees. I certainly think anyone taking advantage of your offer (and opportunity) would be willing to offer and/or pay you a few $$ Compensation. GOOD LUCK and have a SAFE TRIP,

Gil, Boy, that's a real beauty! Thanks for sharing. Looking forward to seeing you, and hopefully it, in Hampton. TAKE CARE,

I first met Jim in 1967 when he helped us form IPMS/NorDel . Next we worked together drafting the IPMS/USA C&BLs, then on the first EB, Jim was a joy to work with during those early IPMS times. Jim's efforts established IPMS/USA's guiding principles we follow today. Jim was both our society's founder and inspiration. Jim was one of those rare individuals you meet, work with, and then admire and deeply appreciate the rest of your life. Jim will be sorely missed by those of us that knew him.

I'm looking to catch a ride with someone driving to the Convention; 1. From the NorthEast 2. Along I-95 South or New Jersey Turnpike 3. Passing through Northern Delaware Wednesday Aug. 6th, AM 4. and Returning via same route Sunday Aug, 10th. I can meet at a convenient pick-up location outside Wilmington, Delaware and will of course share travel expenses and Tolls. Please contact me off-Forum at ralf7@verizon.net

Skip, I also am not a Facebook user. I would hope our Convention web page and this Forum are the PRIMARY "go to" places for the latest Convention information. I expect the Convetion chatter will pick up considerably on our base IPMS/USA sources as the convention dates draw closer. Stay tuned.... And see you in Hampton.