I agree 100%, if communicating with one or two people PMs are the way to go.
But I believe the intention of posting meeting spots is not to Exclude anyone, but to Include anyone that wants to join in and meet each other.
I understand that some people on this form would rather have a Root Canal than meet a Go Fast Boater in Person...
, however we are actually quite a pleasant group of folks..!!!
Just because we may have a difference of opinion on one issue, I would still shake your hand and out on the lake I would do anything I could to help you out in a time of need.