Hi Folks: I`m off to Annapolis this am to testify ( gulp ) on behalf of the Cecil Bird Club, and will, of course give mention that we are a chapter of MOS. I have been rereading all the excellent points raised, including the MOS statement prepared by Rich Dolesh to prep myself. Rich, Gail & Barry, perhaps I`ll get a chance to meet you before the critical moment. I will focus primarily on safety issues, not only for bird watchers, but for any group that uses the land in a passive manner ( " non-consumptive "really says it best ). Will log on again before leaving ( by 8:15 ) if anyone has salient advice to a real novice in the political arena. Leslie Fisher Cecil Co.