There are still a lot of posts to bee-l regarding the formation of a new bee list. Perhaps I should point out that it is really not a matter for public (on list) discussion at this point. The original post was intended to bring constructive comments *privately* by email to the writer, and to obtain an idea of interest - not disrupt the business of the list with everyone's ideas as to whether my private business is appropriate or not. I apologise to the list for the fact that many felt it necessary to bother the list with a pointless debate on a matter that is out of their hands. Just for the record: anyone who wishes may or may not form his or her own list and decide whether it is open or closed to the public, moderated or not, and decide on the subjects suitable for discussion on it. A number of us have decided to form at least one new list. Whether or not this comes about soon depends on whether or not a home can be found for a reasonable cost. How the list(s) develop depends on how much effort someone(s) is willing to devote the time required to moderate. It is likely that anyone who wishes to will be able to read it. It will be advertised here when appropriate. I am sure that BEE-L will continue on and that many will read both lists. I hope that now bee-l will return to discussing bees, wasps, etc. Regards Allen W. Allen Dick, Beekeeper VE6CFK Rural Route One, Swalwell, Alberta Canada T0M 1Y0 Honey. Bees, Art, & Futures <http://www.cuug.ab.ca:8001/~dicka>