[NSRCA-dist8] D8 VP Position

[Tim]

Thanks for your kind words.    If someone more qualified doesn't come forth by the end of the year, then I will seriously consider the opportunity.

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On Nov 20, 2011, at 10:42 AM, trexlesh at msn.com <trexlesh at msn.com> wrote:

> DITTO!
> 
> Sent from my Verizon Wireless Phone
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> ----- Reply message -----
> From: "Gordon Anderson" <gaa at owt.com>
> To: "AK, ID, MT, OR, WA, WY" <nsrca-dist8 at lists.nsrca.org>
> Subject: [NSRCA-dist8] D8 VP Position
> Date: Sun, Nov 20, 2011 10:21 am
> 
> 
> Tim,
> 
> Here are my thoughts on your points:
> 
> 1.) I don't see this as an issue, you can do a better job connecting with new pattern pilots than the experienced guys can, the future is the new pilots and you are in a better position to attract them. You can always get experienced guys to review your technical contributions or write input for your articles. The other thing to remember is a lot of guys talk like they know all the technical details but many are faking it! Same thing happens at work every day.
> 2.) Everyone starts at the bottom and advances, your a good pilot and have advanced a lot sense you started flying pattern.
> 3.) You will learn the judging details and a lot of judging is just paying attention, I think the number one issue is keep your yes on the airplane, I have gotten away with a lot over the years!
> 4.) This is a problem, others will help. I will for sure but you are right, it requires some time.
> 
> I truly don't see you as being any less qualified than anyone else, besides you need to write an article about your family operation, its pretty cool to see dad and the boys at the contests!
> 
> Jump in, we will help you!
> 
> --Gordon
> 
> On Nov 18, 2011, at 6:31 AM, Tim wrote:
> 
>> I have several concerns about accepting the responsibility of this position,  but support from D8 pilots is certainly not one of them.     Never met a nicer bunch of people.   I'm worried about the following:
>> 1) my very limited knowledge about the tech side of the hobby (electricity is my achilles heel; absolutely brain dead about this type of power).
>> 2) my extremely limited flying skills (the stats speak for themselves.  I'm the worst pilot in D8).
>> 3) do not know much about the judging side of things
>> 4) time commitment (cannot make it to all the meets)
>> 
>> Understand that I can get help for some of these, but still these are fairly significant concerns.  I've always admired the knowledge that Gordon and Rex had on a myriad of subjects.   About all I can do if someone has a question is get them in contact with a more experienced pilot.   It would seem to me that one of the more seasoned and knowledgeable pilots would be a more appropriate choice for district VP.   
>>     
>> Sent from my iPad
>> 
>> On Nov 17, 2011, at 8:32 PM, astropuppy <astropuppy at gmail.com> wrote:
>> 
>>> >From writing for Model Aviation I can say what Rex said "I think it would be good to have someone that's not in Masters or FAI in the position." is very true. Many, dare I say, senior pattern pilots have told me the same thing. The group I speak of understands talking about really expensive equipment or their - well thought out - opinions does nothing to attract new people. I am finding Pattern just needs to be it's own thing. We need to let other SIG's do their thing and just concentrate on making pattern a enjoyable activity, the rest will take care of itself in time.
>>> 
>>> I could of never pulled off a Boise contest without the help and support of the D8 contingent. Nobody has ever said No to me when I asked for help. We are truly blessed to fly in the district we fly in.
>>> 
>>> Mike
>>> 
>>> 
>>> On Thu, Nov 17, 2011 at 7:33 PM, Tim <tstebbins at gmail.com> wrote:
>>> What are the responsibilities of a VP and what are the qualifications required to be considered?
>>> 
>>> Sent from my iPad
>>> 
>>> On Nov 16, 2011, at 7:37 PM, Rex <trexlesh at msn.com> wrote:
>>> 
>>> > Folks
>>> >
>>> > My second term as D8 VP ends at the end of this year.  By the rules, a new VP has to replace me.
>>> > It's time to put someone else in this position.  If you'd like to be the next VP, by all means let us know.
>>> > We need to get this sorted out for the new year.
>>> >
>>> >
>>> > Rex Lesher
>>> > D8 VP
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