Issues with joining

https://2img.net/r/ihimizer/img341/7711/cantjoin.png
I think one of the reasons your guys are having a hard time recruiting new members is due to the sites orientation.
As you can see in the screenshot provided, the navigation bar is obscured from view and rather difficult to access.
It took me around a total of thirty mintunes just to join and post my first topic. In an instant gratification based society this is a huge turnoff.