Well I always found it odd that the LA chapter was so quiet. I always chalked it up to everyone being extremely busy following the aftermath of Katrina. I just transfered to a 7-7 offshore position from up here, which gives me plenty of time (26 weeks a year to be exact) to be an active member. I will still be residing in Bossier City, with a commute to Cocodrie every week. Several people live along that route, so it would be easy to stop in and chat with some folks when comming in from my hitch. Sometimes mid state gatherings don't work well for some people. Monroe would be a good spot for the North end. There are several places that would be good down South. Even rotating every so often helps bring new people to the gatherings.