Chopper,
I think that's a wonderful idea. I hope you get the group together. Remember, even if you get only a few people you can still all have a good time.

I think it would be nice to have mini-meets throughout all the areas because we are so spread out that it's very hard (and for some expensive) for everyone to meet in only one spot.
Anyway, good luck. I hope it all works out.
TIS