> People generally already have their own packs, and not much time for new people, so it takes some active effort to find a good crew to be a part of. It's tru

> People generally already have their own packs, and not much time for new people, so it takes some active effort to find a good crew to be a part of. It's true, but some communities are more naturally configured to integrate new people. A major forcing function for this is having children. Children do not have the same set of guards up as adults, so they will often force new parents to go outside of their existing circles. Examples of this are communities that grow out of schools, childrens sports teams, or other community-based functions. The most basic community fostering venue is the sidewalk in front of your house where children may play.