Justin,
I see a couple reasons why the others have asked for approval.
1. This is not a one-off exchange; rather this will most likely be interpreted as a CP sponsored event. Also, it will most likely turn into an annual event... Assuming I'm correct and this does turn into an annual event, then it will certainly be CP sponsored and promoted as such.
2. I don't want this to conflict with our standard SS event, however appreciate that the beer aficionados (and I'm one of them now!) want to also participate in a SS dedicated to beer. I'm fine with that, however I expect points 3 and 4 to be fully executed before proceeding.
3. Rules will need to be CLEARLY defined, outlined and presented to the group. Take a look at the SS rules and start there. I will sign off on the rules once they are sent to me.
4. Whoever run's the Beer SS will need to be level headed, remain calm and professional, as they will be representing CP. You will get people who complain, are late, etc... David did a great job maintaining a professional image throughout SS; I expect the same from whoever runs the Beer SS.
Again, once points 3 and 4 are outlined and identified, we can move forward. I will gladly create a sub-forum for the Beer SS. You do not want to run an event like this off one thread; you're going to run into too many issues.
I will gladly help construct this and get it off the ground.
Rod
