On 3 Feb 2005, at 9:29, Pinehillgsds@xxxxxxx wrote: I would think these sites have video presentations and media packets, in fact, since they are in the business of "selling" their sites, I know they do. Isn't it enough to view a video, review local accommodations, etc.? Why the need for boots on the ground in 2005? --> CLubs in an area send a media presentation. After it is reviewed, the= site gets a hands on This is necessary as you really need to see everything - parking, traffic,= roads, the REAL fascilities. There is no truth in advertising <VBG> So, the Board needs t= o see the site when it comes to its REALLY being considered and taken seriously enough to write u= p a contract. Then you get to discuss the details in person Since the Board has to meet someplace, the prospective show site is ideal.= It kills two birds with one stone. Dr Zo=EB M Backman http://wynsumgsd.com Support Your Vets and POW/MIAs ============================================================================ POST is Copyrighted 2005. All material remains the property of the original author and of GSD Communication, Inc. NO REPRODUCTIONS or FORWARDS of any kind are permitted without prior permission of the original author AND of the Showgsd-l Management. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. ALL PERSONS ARE ON NOTICE THAT THE FORWARDING, REPRODUCTION OR USE IN ANY MANNER OF ANY MATERIAL WHICH APPEARS ON SHOWGSD-L WITHOUT THE EXPRESS PERMISSION OF ALL PARTIES TO THE POST AND THE LIST MANAGEMENT IS EXPRESSLY FORBIDDEN, AND IS A VIOLATION OF LAW. VIOLATORS OF THIS PROHIBITION WILL BE PROSECUTED. For assistance, please contact the List Management at admin@xxxxxxxxxxxx VISIT OUR WEBSITE - http://www.showgsd.org ============================================================================