I have 5 standard points and 9 bonus points but can't seem to win the lottery

Would like to meet someone with in similar situation to become co-applicants so as to increase chances for 2013.
Due to the intimate nature of spending 3 weeks on an expedition I want to be cautions in screening potentials. I am looking for people who live within a couple hundred miles so that we can meet and get to know each other before committing. Being close will also facilitate planning and logistics.
I am 59 year old Male. I have a 16 foot raft. I have taken swiftwater rescue course and have experience on Eagle, Arkansas, Upper Colorado, Desolation, Chama, and Westwater.
I have a backround in food service, a nice river kitchen and I'm interested in organizing food. Please contact if interested in getting to know. Tell me about yourself. We could do some local trips this summer.