Matt et al, Thanks for the facts, and the thoughtful reply. It is good to hear that some fleets are still growing! 448 runs an intro to cat sailing every June with a local adult ed organization. I know they usually get at least a couple of new members each year from that, but 28 used to run terrific Hobie seminars with at least one having a large turn out. Most of the attendees I never saw again! I guess a lot of it is just luck with the timing and who you get. As you said, a lot of people have moved on to other boats, and others have moved away, or taken time for families etc...That is certainly what happened to Fleet 28. I will miss all the great events! Perhaps in time there will be a revival here too. There are a growing number of us that just "fun sail". Brian