FOF,
You brought up some good points that you appear to have some concerned over. I don't blame you, I would to!
But may I suggest the next time you are on your way out after visiting the springs, stop over and speak with Mike at the ranch and listen to what he has to say. I think that would be the least you could do in order to weigh what's right and what's not right in your mind or way of thinking. I other words you can fill-in the missing information you are looking for.
The problem here, as I see it, is that we all too often read this Website and instantly form a negative impression, that's what it is designed to do if you stop and think about it, but it's obvious anyway. Another problem that we all are experincing here, is that probably most us are unable to speak with Katrina, (Gail Fry) and Wm. Swiess in person. Where have they been?! Their not available for questioning in person by any of us.
Just do your own investigating and go with what you believe in.
Thanks for your answer yesterday from a question I presented to Katrina, even though I did not agree with it.