| In the world of koi there seems to be two interests. Watergardeners and koi folks. There is a place for both . It may be this new corp will be a middle ground that will help either side transistion according to their desire.
I think it will be important for clubs to educate the watergardeners that there is more to koi then just swimming in the backyard with the lilly pads .
I think shows and education seminars will be the key. Maybe Kodama's association with AKCA will make the stores ready to provide lists of clubs in their area. ZNA clubs need to seek the same courtesy.
The american public wants things turn key in their life and maybe this new Corp will provide that. A way to get into the hobby without the dreadful learning curve of killing fish and eventually finding a club. Maybe we can spare newbees all the grief, those looking for a challenge will drift to the clubs.
As always time will tell as to how sucessful this new enterprise will be. Life is change and how we adjust to it. What's good for the public awareness is good for the hobby and good for koi. I'm for that! |