I help run a message board (not quilting) for 200 ladies, and I know it's a HUGE amount of work for the admins and moderators... way more than anyone could realize. My board is private - no one can see it or post on it without being approved as a member - a long process involving references and signing standards of conduct - but we still have problems! The Quilting Board is even more work because it's more vulnerable to spamming.
I am very grateful for the opportunity to discuss quiltmaking on a well-administrated board! Thank you.