[manchesterwireless] Anyone still active?

Sun Oct 14 18:06:08 BST 2007

im still here too

Harry Moyes <harry at shoka.net> wrote:  Storer, Darren wrote:
> For what it's worth, I'm still here... much lagged it would seem but 
> still here.
> 
> D

But you've not posted from your signed on address and got stuck in the 
shitpit. :(

Where you stay until I get up the enthusiasm to chuck away 5000 offers 
of things I will not
mention here lest this mail also gets filtered. Sigh.

Cheers Harry

Mail offlist and I'll sort it out with you
>
> 
> On 01/08/2007, *Baker, George* > > wrote:
>
> Hi
> That's a definite MAYBE from me
>
> How about a trip that includes a Radio Rally?
>
> George
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From:
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> [mailto:
> manchesterwireless-bounces+george=networktrainer.co.uk at lists.pointless.net
> ]
> On Behalf Of Reuben Finch
> Sent: Tuesday, July 31, 2007 2:47 PM
> To: 'Manchester's Wireless Community Network discussion list'
> Subject: Re: [manchesterwireless] Anyone still active?
>
> I just say we should organise a "Day Out" where we can all get
> together,
> maybe hire a minibus or two and make it more of an informal social
> event
> whereby we could actually "bounce idea's around and get some real
> direction
> and build some enthusiasm up. I sincerely feel we can harp on all
> we like
> on the mailing list, but a good social event without pressure of
> achieving
> some strict goal immediately albeit a good time to get together
> would help.
>
> Maybe take a trip to winter hill and other key places and see what is
> feasibly possible to achieve with wireless and the contacts we
> have. As
> always, if we have no structure or good foundation we have no future.
>
> The idea in my mind, would be to have an enjoyable time and lets
> see what
> can be done "realistically".
>
> Besides a good day out... or weekend is a good excuse to get away
> from the
> wife and kids.
>
> Honest Scouts Honour!
>
> What do you think?
>
> Kind Regards,
> Reuben
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From:
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> btinternet.com at lists.pointless.net
> 
> [mailto:manchesterwireless-bounces+reuben.finch=btinternet.com at lists.pointle
> 
> ss.net ] On Behalf Of Andy Gauton
> Sent: 31 July 2007 09:46
> To: Manchester's Wireless Community Network discussion list
> Subject: Re: [manchesterwireless] Anyone still active?
>
> > The great majority of the people subscribed to this list
> > are a bunch of gonna do time wasters who never
> > achieve anything. Now prove me
> > wrong.
>
> Warrington Wireless :) But then again, we are a minority and live
> outside
> of Manchester, and a private network with different aims and goals
> to the
> group.
>
> That is one of successful and still working project that I am
> aware of ?
> (with much help and support from Manchester Wireless).
>
> Ok, that doesn't quite answer John's question (if a little harsh,
> but he
> does have a valid point) ....
> there must be other
> achievements? Whether locally or further a field?
>
> Edit - just noticed a few more replies. Good to hear of other
> achievements
> :)
>
> I have to admit, there has always been a lot of talk and no action
> over the
> years. I'm sure that other people have there own achievements
> thanks to help
>
> from
> the group. It would be good to hear from you :)
>
> Manchester Wireless group aims and goals need a major revamp and a
> vision to
> head towards. It's been mentioned recently and many times before.
> I'm keen
> to progress with the group (as I'm sure others are as well). It needs
> direction and leadership and a total rewrite of the website.
> Keeping the
> current content on the website is only confusing people, and
> people hoping
> to get "free" internet (the original aim). It's unlikely to
> happen, unless there is a viable "business" model. There are many
> other
> options available that we could try. Linking networks together
> just the sake
>
> of "we've done it" could be a start?
>
> Good to see some activity again on the list. Needs the founders to
> lead the
> group. If not, then we may need to question why are we still here?
> Shame if
> this happens.
>
> The problem is - to move forward needs support from a number of
> people.
> Whether the support is there I don't know? The last meeting
> attempt, well,
> it was a complete disaster due to very poor planning and no agenda.
>
> What do people want out of the group? Why are you subscribed to
> the list? Be
> honest, as this would help everyone decide whether we move forward
> or stay
> stationary. If people do decide to respond, please don't flame
> anyone, a
> nice open and honest feedback session can do wonders :) if people
> are on the
> list just for free internet, then thats fine as the website
> "promotes" it.
> It would be good to hear from you.
>
> It would be good to see us bring the group back into 2007 and
> beyond. That
> needs
> support and people. Without it, we'll still be stuck in 2005. Up
> to you guys
> and girls I guess :)
>
> ... not that I'm missing the 3 Arrows and it's fantastic sandwiches or
> anything :) But to put into perspective, those who wanted to get
> something
> out of the group made the effort to attend - it was out of the way
> for most
> people (especially me!) but I made the effort and glad I did. The
> other
> problem is the lack of regulars - only a very small handful but a
> large
> turnover of newcomers. I think the lack of actual "doing" rather than
> talking prevented the newcomers from attending again......
>
> Do we move forward with the group???............
>
> Regards
> Andy :)
>
>
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