Saving the integrity of this Forum

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Originally Posted by TroutSlayer

In my opinion, the only way to turn this fine forum around is to dump all "Off Topic" forums and keep this an outdoor related forum where we share outdoor related posts.
There are millions of forums out there where you can talk about Religion, Abortions, Politics and other topics that cause idiots to gather and slap each other.

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That is exactly what the Ontario Fishing Community forum did in regard to political posts a couple of years back after things were going downhill big time. Still plenty of off topic threads for members looking for advice etc., but absolutely nothing political allowed anymore. I would say it's been a good success.

Cheers

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Originally Posted by gbk

I am wondering if there are ways -maybe by the Moderators-to cut out the nonsense,personal attacks,insults and the repeatable major (many times unprovoked )disrespect ,which erode the value of this,otherwise would be very valuable Forum?

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Well said! :)

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Originally Posted by TroutSlayer

In my opinion, the only way to turn this fine forum around is to dump all "Off Topic" forums and keep this an outdoor related forum where we share outdoor related posts.
There are millions of forums out there where you can talk about Religion, Abortions, Politics and other topics that cause idiots to gather and slap each other.

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Exactly. We have an "Off Topic" section in the Gun dog Forum where I am a mod, BUT only off topic topics about dogs .

The major problem with a "lack of respect" some posters perceive is the fact tone of voice can't be conveyed across the internet. So if I post something, the reader's inference dictates my tone opposed to if I was speaking face to face with someone. With the exception of two people, I respect everyone on these forums. I don't always agree with them but they have an opinion and can voice it.

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Originally Posted by Dythbringer

The major problem with a "lack of respect" some posters perceive is the fact tone of voice can't be conveyed across the internet. So if I post something, the reader's inference dictates my tone opposed to if I was speaking face to face with someone. With the exception of two people, I respect everyone on these forums. I don't always agree with them but they have an opinion and can voice it.

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Very true. What could be a lively spirited debate in person, can quickly turn into a war online.

I have been on other forums which have a lot more Emojis and they seem to help to put a "tone" to people's posts.

So if there is only two people you don't respect, besides me who else could that be? :joker:

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Originally Posted by Snowwalker

Very true. What could be a lively spirited debate in person, can quickly turn into a war online.

I have been on other forums which have a lot more Emojis and they seem to help to put a "tone" to people's posts.

So if there is only two people you don't respect, besides me who else could that be? :joker:

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You're good mate. We don't always agree but you do have my respect.