I am a relatively new member of Quiet Journey and enjoy what I find here. I have not paddled in Quetico or the BWCA in years so I do not ever comment on threads concerning them. I read the threads and if I could help someone I would. I visit different  forums and can see that each site over time attracts a like-minded core of participants. QJ had evolved into a "Quetico" site before I started visiting. My destination is usually WCPP but I have always felt welcome here. No matter where we paddle in central North America the equipment and skills are similar so there is a lot to learn on any of the sites.

IMO every site will end up with a "reputation" and that is not a bad thing as long as the reputation is not one of meanness or elitism. I have seen sites where certain postings would bring out the same biting criticism every time. On QJ a posting on using a double blade or a GPS does not draw such animosity. I hope this thread has given everyone a gentle prod to be courteous and to examine our words before hitting "Post Message."