I wish to address one point that Jeff just made. I have no desire to enter the mudslinging contest regarding who did what to what website. I couldn't care less about these websites. The fact is, MOST herpers still don't care about these sites! Jeff, you are simply incorrect taking credit for the attendance at the Ontario Reptile Expos. Sure, there was a media outlet for the Expo to advertise on in this site, but there were a great deal of attendees and vendors who never came on here. In fact there are still lots of herpers who don't own a computer.
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evolution of your reptile expo from 300 to thousands of people that attend your show cam from this site
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This sounds like you basically take credit for the herp scene in this part of the world! First of all. I assure you, there were 1000's of people attending the expos BEFORE the onset of this site. Second, PLEASE keep in mind that without Grant Crossman and a few other key people, the herp scene in Ontario would not have existed past 1998. Grant is responsible for those expos - no one except him, his employees, his family, and his closest friends. Grant has been on the scene for a long time. No one can touch his dedication to this hobby/pastime/avocation/business!! He has a HUGE vested interest in it! And finally, as you may have guessed you are not the only one to stand up for Grant Crossman, as we have been friends for more than 15 years, and we will remain so for years to come.
With all due respect, Jeff & Laurynn, please keep your heads straight during this ordeal. I understand that you must be going through a really tough time personally. One that I know Grant is sympathetic to, but not responsible for.
Take care...
Respectfully,
Steve
Hybrid Mode
