Here's the latest information about the possibility of a Nelsonica US.

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To keep you all up to date with what's happening regarding the
possibility of an American Nelsonica, here's the latest from the
American planning team...


Dear Worldwide Nelsonians:

As many of you will know, several months ago a group of us in the U.S.
started talking about putting together a Nelsonica convention in the
States. (Not the first time, of course!) There was much discussion,
and we eventually launched an online survey in an attempt to determine
how much of Bill's New World fan base would attend if we managed to
put such an event together.

The results of the survey were very encouraging, with a strong
percentage of the more than 300 people who responded saying they would
be very interested in attending. We even had a good response from our
Nelsonian brethren in the UK, many of whom expressed interest in
coming across the pond to celebrate with us.

Since the survey was launched, however, Busy Bill has determined that
his schedule for this year will not allow him to make a trip to the
U.S., thereby removing 2006 from consideration.

After reviewing the data gathered through the survey, and after much
discussion amongst ourselves and with Bill, we are now planning to
make a go at holding a Nelsonica fan convention in Boston in the Fall
of 2007.

We believe that this will give us enough time to generate more
support, hopefully enough to underwrite Bill making the trip over and
cover the event costs. No promises and no commitments, of course.
Simply put, if we cannot sell enough tickets in advance the event will
not be possible. But we're up for the challenge and living for the
spangled moment!

Right now we simply ask for your patience. More information will be
forthcoming down the road. We have lots of time and intend to get our
act together before we announce further details. Keep your eyes on
this forum for more!

(If you took the survey and provided your email address you will
likely also get direct messages from time to time, with any news.)

In the meantime, we understand that Bill and his UK team have great
plans for this year's UK Nelsonica '06, to be held October 14 in the
lovely city of York. We strongly encourage New World Nelsonians to do
their best to attend, as it promises to be something special.

Stay young, and stay tuned!


Peter, Martin and Phil