[JONAT] command versus control

[Mike O'Brien]

Hi folks. I have just opened up 24 e-mails on controlling this beast 
that we are building. It is begining to be overwhelming. My sector 
begins in Toronto and ends in Montreal, via Kingston and Ottawa. That is 
a 3 day schedule. The first day is ultra boring as we leave Toronto. The 
second day is interesting and scenic as is the third Ottawa to Montreal. 
So freedom versus control: straight drive to Kingston with lots of time 
to sight-see and a single recommended hotel with a sector info desk. 
Nothing organized. Day two is scenic and charming ending at Ottawa with 
a single hotel with an info desk and a club sponsored party with oil 
changing and repair facilities co-located. A jag mech or two and their 
shops will be on standby for more serious stuff. Day three is a 
leisurely drive to Montreal through the mountains (little ones) where 
all the signs are in french but AAA is accepted. Emergency numbers will 
be provided for each leg to find someone who will help find the right 
service for the stranded (probably CAA).  I agree with Dr A. We are not 
going to want to or be able to hold these folks hands. If they have a 
break-down we will help if we can but it must be the participant's 
responsibility to come prepared. Our Ottawa club members will want to 
participate and I don't see how we can field a host of "keepers".

Mike O'Brien
Sector Coordinator
Ottawa Sector
www.jonat.org