LMAO! As soon as I started reading that I was like "is he aware this is a WEATHER forum"? lol pretty sure everyone on here knows that, if not this probably isn't the hobby for ya.
I'm pretty sure you are wrong. Most may realize electrifying the ground does occur, the immediate area around lightning but how far away is safe (75 feet) most have never read or heard about. I've read several lightning safety write ups and can't recall any number associated with what's considered a safe distance from lightning strike.
It's great info if true because now campers, hikers, hunters, golfers and those caught in thunderstorms will know how far away to stand is safe, keep (75') from objects that may attract lightning.
Your opinion on what hobbies people should or shouldn't take up, maybe that's something you should seriously look into.