Yes, we will have to agree to disagree.....
Some of those new members have been ones to comment, and post get together information in this location. One just happened last week.
Most forums have dedicated areas, just like this. The fact the IDI sub-forum was a catch all for everything over the years was the exception, not the norm for forums. That is why the decision was made to try and use the appropriate sub-forum for the events.
Also, this is supposed to be an Oilburners rally (as decided years ago) not strictly an IDI only rally. There are members now, that have never owned and IDI, and only go to the sub-forum they need. If I was coming in for 6.0 questions only, as a new member, I may never look in the IDI area. Would never think an event might be posted only in there.
I see it here, and other places online. Many members here that were extremely active online and in person hardly post anywhere. Many who’s kids begged to go every year are now teenagers and have their own activities, which many times includes parents participating/time and can not get away. Some of us have kids still at home, and grown with grandchildren. Many truly do not have the time or ability to be away for a week. I know personally, (and I am certain this is the case for many members) that simply having a weekend to go help an injured family members took 2 weeks of planning and schedule rearranging to be able to go.
The events are staying here. Back to the rally voting process.