Yandrosxx

Thanks Rock,

You've figured out what I'm really getting at. I have been playing with the thought of developing an exhibition or annual (or biannual) contest for bonsai in the states.

I imagine I could secure some level of sponsorship for it, but I really need to get a handle on the logistics of pulling one off. I have been involved in pulling other conferences off for other events and I do have a sense of what it takes, but not in this arena.

I suppose I am most interested in listening to a discussion of what makes an event successful and attractive, etc. What practical limitations are involved, etc.

Also, I wonder if attendance and participation would be better if it were a bi-annual event. One might make the trip if its not every year. And if the incentive to participate was large enough or important enough? In Japan Prestige fits that bill . . . in the states?