Well put, but I do have to add something. The latest heated debate have ended in poor taste. Everyone has their own opinions. What one group thinks is a poor pacement, another grou may think something else. It was this bantering at the end that things got out of hand which resulted to the discussion being locked. And I agree holeheartedly that it should of been locked! Quite frankly, I thought I was reading posts fro grade school aged people with the usage of arguments being used and the name calling.
Yes, I do not know you, but I do respect your opinions just like I respect the opinions of everone else. It was the lack of respect shown by a few that got out of hand.
You did nail it that eductation is important. Actually, education is key! Caching is a huge hobby with a very large following. Other outdoor organizations sees this. As Wisconsin State Advocate, I see the need for education on outdoor ethics. There are some geotrails that are too big to be fixed. We need to think about what impacts we are causing on the lands when we hide new caches. But that is my opinion.
I guess what I am saying is that during heated debates, both sides needs to keep a cool mind. Also, each side does need to RESPECT both sides of the argument. I firmly believe that not doing so will eventually kill the game.
