Yeah, as far as the $5.oo entrance fee goes, I feel that this is a token amount.  Very affordable.  If a person can afford to be in the hobby and buy kits and supplies, then a fiver to enter a fun contest is peanuts.  Very, very reasonable.  A token amount.

  You make some very good points here Jim!  A very well thought out, intelligent and eloquent description of your personal thoughts, feelings and opinions!

  Jim is right, we all have different personalities, ideas and motivations.  I would urge any member who wants to contribute toward this conversation but hasn't yet done so, to read the entire discussion which starts on page 5.  After thoroughly reading and digesting the ENTIRE conversation, (very important to read it ALL) give some thought and reflection as to your personal feelings.  You may wish to express your feelings here and contribute.  The more members that voice an opinion (regardless of what it may be), the better!  I would also urge folks who do chime in, to be perfectly honest and submit their true gut feelings on the topic.  I'm quite certain the SMA staff would appreciate knowing how the membership TRULY feels about which direction the contest is going or not going.