Irish, I have no idea how far you are from Muncie Indiana, but the Nationals will be held there within the next week or so. If you're close it's totally worth checking out. You will see the best pilots in the world there.

For Sportsmans pattern schedule (a list of the maneuvers and what to do and what not to do) go [link=http://nsrca.us/documents/judging/currentamaschedules/PPT_Sportsman2007.pdf]here.[/link]

Also, if you or anyone else has questions about getting involved in pattern, please send me an IM or an email. I am happy to answer any questions or point you in the right direction. It is a lot of fun.