we need a vigilante

that'll fight these bait n switch/scam artists, someone who wears a cape and represents a symbol like a FEARED animal.

and also drives a cool tank

And it was similar to what you are saying - someone put my name and picture, along with other legit girls' names and phone numbers, on a BP ad, and suggested that we are the good ones to call.  I believe the person who posted it - and I have no idea who that was (although I think it may have been someone I know because my name and picture were listed first - lol) - had every intention of trying to helpful.

But I kind of freaked out, as did at least one other girl who was listed.  Not because I don't appreciate the props, but because I try really hard to control my exposure on BP (and similar sites).  I do sometimes advertise there when I travel, but I always delete the ad before I leave that town.  It's about not wanting unnecessary attention, and low hanging fruit, etc.  I really don't want anyone else putting my name and/or picture on BP, even if his intentions are good.

There are lots of sites that publish our info without our consent, and they are very hard to control - there are sites that I have never advertised on, and yet my name, picture and contact information is very publicly displayed, often with outdated and incorrect rate info.  Luckily those sites are minor and really only pop up when someone specifically searches for me.  But BP is a go-to site for lots of people - legit hobbyists, thieves and LE alike.  I really would prefer to lay low on it.

I must agree with Schneeky, the MB scene is horrible. With all due respect to the ladies that work that area, there are very few options for such a popular "get away" place. I understand its not Vegas but the success of nearly a dozen strip clubs should indicate that there is an adult market and disposible income floating around the area. I travel to MB every couple of months on business and have given up on trying to fing anything on Backpage. Now there fear of L.E. will keep me off that sight. As I've told Schneeky before, I have often tried to meet dancers outside the club in place of searching for providers. Although the success rate is low, its actually better than the dice roll you take with the "sight unseen" agencies or "bait & switch" ads. If you're picky like me, at least you can see what you're getting first. I'm not suggesting this is a better alternative, just stating my opinion of how difficult the hobby is there. I appreciate the attempt to weed out the scammers but I think more selection and more reviews will definitely help.