Hey! Yeah. I really wish I had come out. It turns out my school schedule is real loose and I definitely could have made the trip. :-( 
But I trust Darsha filled my shoes well! I would love to be involved in future events and you're always welcome to visit.... although I'm not living in New York anymore.... I'm in the Netherlands and will be for a few years. 
Boy I ALSO need to finish my WTPA-2! its an exciting circuit. more drones!!!!