Good Points Bob, all,

Regarding the practice field selection - I "could" go to Markham Park, which is a grave-yard of every type of airplane imaginable, or I can go to "Area 51.5" My rule is that if I can fly during the week after work, I will stop at Marckham because there will only be 5-10 guys there in the evening. During the weekend, it is hardly even safe to spectate there. No way in hell would I bring a decent plane there on a weekend (IMAC or Pattern or fun-fly).
Jim W.