I was having the same mixed feelings all the way up to leaving for the trip. I was happy to reconnect with friends and for some of the sessions. And while the parties were a lot of fun, I felt a lot overwhelmed by it all. My heart hurt watching the ugly behaviors of many of the attendees. It WAS just like the junior high environment you described. I don't think I'll be attending next year. I don't really think it's my posse, either.