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Werribee Gorge Nobs 3-Aug-2006 At 3:37:08 PM NEVERCLIMBED32

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On 02/08/06 Onsight wrote

“Rightiho then... That is a personal insult for sure. And I don't give a toss if you are trying to be funny, it certainly doesn't appear so, and if you say that's the case then you have certainly crossed the line.”

Simon
I am not trying to be funny and stand by what I have said in my previous post.
As a longstanding member of the climbing community you are aware of the issues relating to access to climbing areas and the need to respect the wishes of land managers to ensure continued access. I am sure if you had the time you would be able to rattle off any number of instances where access of climbing sites to the many has been denied due to actions of the few.
Many young people are introduced to recreational activities in our parks through groups like the RMIT Outdoor Club (Scouts, Schools, Local Clubs etc.) Some of us have been introduced by our peers. When introducing others to any outdoor activity it is important to instil in them the value of adhering to a code of conduct that will ensure preservation of the environment (that they are there to enjoy) and respect of the rights of other users and the wishes of land managers. I would have particularly thought that office holders of groups organising outdoor activities lead by example.
A quick check of the Parks website (http://www.parkweb.vic.gov.au/1park_display.cfm) and you will see it states quite clearly “ Dogs, cats and firearms are not permitted in the park.” There is no ambiguity there that I can see.
Neb has regarded the matter serious enough to report this matter on a public forum.
I take this issue quite seriously as I am sure Parks would should this matter have been reported to then. While offenders may be subject to monetary penalties, the climbing community as a whole will suffer when rights to access are withdrawn.

”As a moderator of this forum I've been pushing for a lot less censorship of late, but I won't tolerate personal insults. I want to spend my limited time on this forum posting my own comments, not playing headmaster. But anyway here it goes. I'll say this publicly and I’m saying it only once, so that you and anyone else who wants to try the same shit on knows perfectly well where they stand. And that's here: “

I appreciate your input and am grateful for the work that yourself and the other moderators do with regard to Chockstone.

”When it comes to personal insults don’t expect (any more) warnings, not from me anyway. Do it again and you’ll be looking for another forum to spray your crap on. Simple as that. I hope I’ve made it quite clear.”

Crystal

And now bend over and touch your toes, whilst I give your back-side a through hiding… and then we get Sally in here to follow up by biting your arse.

Incidentally, I might have just removed the post but it had already being responded to. But still, if anyone involved wants it removed just send me a PM and consider it gone

On 02/08/06 Richard wrote

“Rather than moderate posts it could be better to moderate users ...ie one of the best ways to cut this crap out of chockstone would be to disallow those anonomous accounts.. they are often the source of personal inuendos, etc...”

Richard
Check out my profile. It has a lot more information on it about me than some others.
If you don’t mind being the belay bitch to a 40 something trad climber (leading mid teens+). Email me and see if we can’t do something at the Jawbones one Saturday.

Anthony Long
0439753232