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<blockquote data-quote="Todd1803" data-source="post: 1553973" data-attributes="member: 16142"><p>I'm not a PNW member, but after reading all this, and the things I have seen since I was a kid, it's apparent that the PNW has work to do to attract new blood and remain an attractive entity to the wheeling public. They have to catch up with, and embrace, the mindset and technology of today to be successful. </p><p>A prime example was the post from a user who wanted to help by automating (modernizing) the reservation system for a campground. I don't know the current system, and hopefully it works great and is convenient, and there is a real reason why it's superior to doing the reservations online, but today's users EXPECT to do things online, especially something so basic as reserving a campsite. If resistance to change is truly part of the reason, then the decision makers really are out of touch.</p><p>The same goes for meetings. Yes, there are still things that need to happen face to face in a room full of people, but the purpose, need, frequency, and agenda needs to be evaluated. 25 years ago, it was a getting together once a month, handle some business, make plans, share information, and maintain relationships with people you probably hadn't seen or heard from since the last meeting. It was how the information about work parties, trail rides, etc got communicated. Forward to today, and information is shared instantly. </p><p>Everybody has an internet device in their pocket, and on their desk, and at work, and a tablet next to their recliner for good measure. What they once got at meetings can now be at their fingertips. Their schedules are full, and while they want to be involved and help, they don't want to waste time. Younger people are efficient that way, it allows them to devote the most possible time to things that they feel really matter. They multi task like crazy. Why bail on their kids soccer game if the next club run can be planned and shared on social media from the bleachers. Member needs help installing an axle, they will show up ready to work, but don't make them devote another entire evening to finding out when to show up.</p><p>Something like the PNW IS still needed, as a go between, to bridge the gap between politics and end users. This is probably true now more than ever. To bring people like Pokey together with those who need to hear his message. They have done so much good over the years, I'd hate to see that fade away because nobody wants to replace an aging membership.</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="Todd1803, post: 1553973, member: 16142"] I'm not a PNW member, but after reading all this, and the things I have seen since I was a kid, it's apparent that the PNW has work to do to attract new blood and remain an attractive entity to the wheeling public. They have to catch up with, and embrace, the mindset and technology of today to be successful. A prime example was the post from a user who wanted to help by automating (modernizing) the reservation system for a campground. I don't know the current system, and hopefully it works great and is convenient, and there is a real reason why it's superior to doing the reservations online, but today's users EXPECT to do things online, especially something so basic as reserving a campsite. If resistance to change is truly part of the reason, then the decision makers really are out of touch. The same goes for meetings. Yes, there are still things that need to happen face to face in a room full of people, but the purpose, need, frequency, and agenda needs to be evaluated. 25 years ago, it was a getting together once a month, handle some business, make plans, share information, and maintain relationships with people you probably hadn't seen or heard from since the last meeting. It was how the information about work parties, trail rides, etc got communicated. Forward to today, and information is shared instantly. Everybody has an internet device in their pocket, and on their desk, and at work, and a tablet next to their recliner for good measure. What they once got at meetings can now be at their fingertips. Their schedules are full, and while they want to be involved and help, they don't want to waste time. Younger people are efficient that way, it allows them to devote the most possible time to things that they feel really matter. They multi task like crazy. Why bail on their kids soccer game if the next club run can be planned and shared on social media from the bleachers. Member needs help installing an axle, they will show up ready to work, but don't make them devote another entire evening to finding out when to show up. Something like the PNW IS still needed, as a go between, to bridge the gap between politics and end users. This is probably true now more than ever. To bring people like Pokey together with those who need to hear his message. They have done so much good over the years, I'd hate to see that fade away because nobody wants to replace an aging membership. [/QUOTE]
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