I agree Eric. It was our (astro's and my) first visit. It was a fascinating mix of good times and sensory overload. Not something that we'd attend every year, but glad that we did, and probably back again sometime.

We were really impressed by the number of young people involved. I'm sure it has a great effect on the music that happens in the northwest.

As a free fest, there is the advantage that anyone can check it out (and obviously many do!), and the disadvantage that crowd control becomes an issue.

Not for everyone, but certainly a Good Thing in the grand scheme.

~ Becky, back in Tucson