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Originally Posted by glenluceskies
I have been doing this with many hobbies for some years. It is not an outdated concept, you know. People can interact without forming official clubs. I don't consider ourselves "members" just locals getting together for a drink , a chat, and exchanging ideas within the hobby.
Remind me not to invite you to my place. If you stub your toe, you'd probably sue me.
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Two points.
Yes, you can interact with people without forming official clubs. However, my response was in light of you saying "
My advice for anyone thinking of forming a group or club?" I'd assumed you were NOT talking not about a "group of friends" but of slightly more "official" engagements. The transition between the two hazy definitions is the problem. The problem you have is being exposed to people you don't know is the real issue with needing insurance.
As for the "outdated concept", I think you misunderstand me. I'm referring to is slightly more formal regular meetings of members in public places. I.e. If you have a get together on a local council premises, where you would be asked about PL insurance before using one of there venues, halls, etc. (In this case, the Council itself is protecting themselves from the possibility of being sued.) Thirty or forty years ago doing things like this was not a problem, sadly these days it is!
Secondly I don't believe in litigation on a matter of principle, and feel a bit hurt by the suggestion that I would not like to talk to someone who is equally passionate about their interest. You would always be welcome at my house, especially with a telescope and some interesting astronomical conversation. Hell. I'd even give you a biscuit with tea or coffee!!! I do that with others at least once a week or so now!
