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Dear SKQ,Why are entry fees so high for themajority of kite contests?Not everyone is in a position to layout $50-$75 to enter a competition .Seems to me that high entry fees limitparticipation to the more financiallywell off .Stunt kiting is in its infancy as far as asport and if we continue to followpractices that limit participation itwill surely hinder its growth .I have two high-school students inmy neighborhood who are avid flyersand they would love to compete,but the contest entry fees are so highthat they are forced to observe insteadof participating .If stunt kiting is to flourish and growas a sport, we must have "new blood"and participation by a wide range offlyers . . . not just a few .Michael DonnellyWind Pilot AccessoriesDana Point, CADear SKQ,I'm a housekeeper from theShilo Inn in Seaside, Oregon . I wishto thank you for giving Seaside theopportunity to see the world's bestkite flyers . All the competitionswere fabulous and I personallywant to thank all the kite flyersthat stayed at the Shilo Inn . Thankyou for all your cheery hellos, yoursmiles, and your kindness .I have never had the pleasureof meeting such a group of specialpeople from all over theworld .I express my feelings for all thehousekeepers from the Shilo Inn .We all hope that someday youwill return (in spite of) the misunderstandingsof otherdepartments . The housekeepingdepartment, the heart of the ShiloInns, enjoyed every kite flyer weencountered .Thank you all, it was truly ourpleasure serving you .My wish for you is that the windsalways be on your side whereveryou may go .Thank you,D.J . KennyHousekeeperShilo InnSeaside, OR 97138