The goal of any organization has to be spelled out in plain words then the organization has to decide what path to achieve that goal. I just visited the NSRCA site and read the bylaws.
Section 1 – Object
The objective of this society shall be to promote the construction and competitive flying of radio controlled aerobatic model airplanes. To aid, insofar as possible, the Academy of Model Aeronautics and other AMA activities, to further the advancement of model aircraft aerobatics in all of its phases.
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The goals of the NSRCA should, in my opinion, be the goal of all pattern fliers in the USA. The goal seems to be lacking in vision and scope. As a SIG the NSRCA should lead the way and does a fairly good job of it. If we want to "Grow Pattern" in the USA we need to decide on a better goal and then set out a plan to achieve this goal, once we all get to rowing the boat towards the single goal it can happen. Problem as I see it is we're not "rowing" in the same direction with no clear cut goal in mind. Some think the AMA pattern is a building block so the USA can field a team for the worlds, ok I can buy that, but I think we need to pay more attention to the grass roots level of possible pattern flier and the guys that have no desire to ever try out for "The Team". It will take time and hard work on the part of the NSRCA officers as well as the typical pattern flier. Will it happen over night? certianly not but it can be done. Are we up to the challenge? I hope and believe so.
PS Join the NSRCA, it's supposed to be our collective voice. Come to think of it I've not seen a new K factor in a few months hmmmmm.............. my membership might have run out and I missed it, now where's my check book??????? Ok I found mine have you found your's yet?