Carrie,
We held our 20th annual Boardie Bash just over a week ago, so that would explain many of the posts that you have been reading. We had a great gathering at Skylark and do want to thank everyone once again.
Contrary to be exclusional, the term "Boardie" is highly inclusive. In fact, by definition, you are a Boardie!
The term was first used on the Negril Message Board in 1997 by a poster who wanted to address everyone who was reading the Board. The name stuck and we still use it today.
The first "bash" in 1999 was called the"Meeting of the Board" as a way for people who read the Board to meet in person. This past Bash was notable by the number of people who attended who have never posted, but have only read the Board.
The roll calls may seem exclusional if you are not coming that month, but it is another way for the participants on Negril.com to meet each other in the flesh.
There will probably be more posts about the Bash, but don't feel excluded as you are a Boardie and can attend any of the annual events!
