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Title: GWKC Lake Mendo Tournament-Date Changed
Post by: SBD on February 13, 2005, 09:52:58 PM
I have been co-ordinating tourney dates with Bill and we have decided on a date of Saturday, September 24th, 2005 as the official date for the first ever Mendo Kayak Tourney.  This is premium topwater season, so get ready to paddle far and fast!

We will be in the Angels Camp group camp site.  This will be a heaviest 2-fish limit format.  Afternoon weigh-in and striper fish fry for dinner.

More details to follow...
Title: GWKC Lake Mendo Tournament-Date Changed
Post by: ChuckE on February 14, 2005, 06:12:30 AM
Yeeee....haaa!   That sounds like fun.   I'm writing it on my calendar now.
Title: GWKC Lake Mendo Tournament-Date Changed
Post by: mooch on February 14, 2005, 08:22:36 AM
:smt041
Title: GWKC Lake Mendo Tournament-Date Changed
Post by: SBD on February 14, 2005, 08:10:08 PM
I really think this will be great.  The camping will be awesome, the weather is great this time of year...wineries as sponsors???  Does it get any better?
Title: GWKC Lake Mendo Tournament-Date Changed
Post by: ex-kayaker on February 14, 2005, 09:17:33 PM
Quote from: scwafish
...wineries as sponsors???


I'm in!
Title: GWKC Lake Mendo Tournament-Date Changed
Post by: Potato_River on February 14, 2005, 10:46:03 PM
Sean,

Sounds Awesome.  Never been there so I look forward to taking the family up.

Stuart
Title: GWKC Lake Mendo Tournament-Date Changed
Post by: mooch on February 15, 2005, 08:32:12 AM
FINALLY! We get to see Stuart in action again!  :smt041 It's been too long buddy! Looking forward to seeing you out in the water again!

THIS WILL BE THE FIRST: Stuart actually fishing in a LAKE  :smt118 A kodak moment  :smt003
Title: GWKC Lake Mendo Tournament-Date Changed
Post by: SBD on February 15, 2005, 07:40:09 PM
Unfortunately he will probably still smoke a lot of us, Stu has the touch!
Title: GWKC Lake Mendo Tournament-Date Changed
Post by: ChuckE on February 15, 2005, 07:49:26 PM
Yup... our buddy Stu has some serious derby mojo.  He's placed either 1st, 2nd, or 3rd in the last 4 kayak fishing derbies he's entered.... except the one he let me win, of course :smt002
Title: GWKC Lake Mendo Tournament-Date Changed
Post by: mooch on February 16, 2005, 08:29:26 AM
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Unfortunately he will probably still smoke a lot of us, Stu has the touch!



...........not if I rub some vicks vapor rub on his fishing line before the tourney starts  :smt118

It's a dirty trick I learned fishing with the old timers at Lake Merced....waaaay back when  :smt003
Title: GWKC Lake Mendo Tournament-Date Changed
Post by: Potato_River on February 16, 2005, 05:26:24 PM
You guys are too much.  Its all luck.  Plus I'm definitely getting rusty.  

Really looking forward to this one.

Sean,
I'm sure a lot of folks have never been to Mendo (myself included).  Would it be possible to get an overview of which way to head out, etc. or is it pretty much hide and seek with the shad.  
Speaking of shad, is it avail in baitshops or do we have to catch our own?

In Santa Nella (right by the San Luis Forebay, they are $1/each).  OUCHH!

Stuart
Title: GWKC Lake Mendo Tournament-Date Changed
Post by: SBD on February 16, 2005, 07:55:09 PM
Stu- I will pre-fish the heck out of the lake and provide NCKA members with the latest and greatest right up to the tourney.  I also imagine Joel will be sleeping on my couch for at least a week or so before the tourney so you can ask him too. :smt003

In October the shad are not around to be caught, minnows are all thats around.  They are also $1.00 each, but that time of year you will only need 2-5 a day, its the topwater season.  Bait availability is sometimes unreliable in the fall, I will procure a stash of AA+ specifically for guys in the tourney.
Title: GWKC Lake Mendo Tournament-Date Changed
Post by: Ariel C on March 24, 2005, 04:05:49 PM
Dude this tourney sounds just as tempting as the Elk Cove one. Sounds like another to take a Norcasl field trip.
Title: GWKC Lake Mendo Tournament-Date Changed
Post by: bsteves on August 15, 2005, 05:25:41 PM
What's the word on this Lake Mendo Striper Tournament?  I was hoping to hear it offically announced this past weekend.


Here are some of the reasons I'm stoked to come ...

1.) Group camping again.  At the Elk tourny this was an excellent way to get to know other kayak fishers and their families.

2.) Late September on Lake Mendocino = Warm water = No wetsuit required

3.) September 24th is a California DFG free fishing day (so invite a friend)

4.) I now have a second fishing kayak for my wife

5.) Sean is hosting again and this time in his home town.


Brian
Title: GWKC Lake Mendo Tournament-Date Changed
Post by: SBD on August 16, 2005, 10:05:44 PM
Brian this has been "out" for a while, and we would love to have the BML crew join us again.  This will be a campground setup, with no buildings etc.

We'll try a potluck this time since there seems to be some serious tail-gaters amongst us.

Time for me to start watching the lake and linesides, I'll keep everyone posted.
Title: GWKC Lake Mendo Tournament-Date Changed
Post by: Travis on August 17, 2005, 06:03:42 AM
I am quiting one of my jobs so I will be free on the weekends for fishing and tournaments.  Looks like I am in.  I will be bringing the lady too. :smt080
Title: GWKC Lake Mendo Tournament-Date Changed
Post by: gto19 on August 18, 2005, 06:27:01 AM
oh ya :smt003
Title: GWKC Lake Mendo Tournament-Date Changed
Post by: Blue Jeans on August 29, 2005, 09:03:59 PM
You guys talk about stu, but this is the first tourny that I won't be getting sea sick at. Alright baby, look out for the speed of the "freedom" . I'll try and put a rear view mirror on the yak! lol

-Brian

Salmon fishing sucks right now so what's a guy to do when he gets off at 3 in afternoon. Set sail with Cpt Morgan of course.
Title: GWKC Lake Mendo Tournament-Date Changed
Post by: SBD on August 30, 2005, 05:58:26 AM
No swell!  We are just getting this finalized...can't wait!
Title: Mendo tourney
Post by: guest on August 30, 2005, 07:38:32 AM
Hi Sean,

Do we have to make a reservation on the Campground? or just show up, is the tourney is just for one day event?....
Title: GWKC Lake Mendo Tournament-Date Changed
Post by: SBD on August 30, 2005, 08:56:19 PM
No need for reservations, we have reserved a huge group site we will have all to our selves.
Title: GWKC Lake Mendo Tournament-Date Changed
Post by: MolBasser on August 31, 2005, 07:26:20 PM
Please finalize and post info on camping etc.

Thanks

MolBasser
Title: GWKC Lake Mendo Tournament-Date Changed
Post by: Bill on August 31, 2005, 09:10:21 PM
Unless something is happening that I am not aware of, this is finalized. What info do you need Mol?
Title: GWKC Lake Mendo Tournament-Date Changed
Post by: MolBasser on September 01, 2005, 08:05:27 AM
Oh....let's see...

Time and date and location of campsite.
Rules and times etc. for the tourney.
Cost of the tourney.
Who and how to pay for the tourney.
Cost of the camping.
Stuff to bring for the camping.

Just to start.

  :smt003

I must have missed it.  Sorry if I'm acting all ignorant.

MolBasser
Title: GWKC Lake Mendo Tournament-Date Changed
Post by: Kevin on September 01, 2005, 09:51:22 AM
There is plenty of info to plan the trip and I'm sure Sean is working out the details.

Saturday, September 24th, 2005 - a start time hasn't been stated, but I'm sure it will be very early as that is when the best action is on the lake.  Angel Camp group site which I believe is at the north end of Lake Mendo.  I couldn't find very much info on the web about this group site, but Sean mentioned this site is typically only reservable with special approvals.  No individual reservation is required as he is probably including it with the registration for the tourny.

No info on entry fees; he's probably crunching the numbers.

2 heaviest fish format.  The lawyers are probably drafting the rules so he doesn't get sued when someone tries to weigh a log, turtle, fresh water bat ray, ect...

I camped at the lake in the spring.  It is a beautiful setting near Ukiah, which has stores, restrauants, supplies, in case you forget anything.  In the spring it got cold overnight (low 50's and hot during the day).  Not sure about the fall.


Quote from: MolBasser
Oh....let's see...

Time and date and location of campsite.
Rules and times etc. for the tourney.
Cost of the tourney.
Who and how to pay for the tourney.
Cost of the camping.
Stuff to bring for the camping.

Just to start.

  :smt003

I must have missed it.  Sorry if I'm acting all ignorant.

MolBasser
Title: GWKC Lake Mendo Tournament-Date Changed
Post by: SBD on September 01, 2005, 09:28:32 PM
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Oh....let's see...

Time and date and location of campsite.
Rules and times etc. for the tourney.
Cost of the tourney.
Who and how to pay for the tourney.
Cost of the camping.
Stuff to bring for the camping.


Tourney is Sat. 9/24/05 @ Angel Camp, north Shore of Mendo off hwy 20
Tourney will start at 0630 weigh-in by 300 pm
Heaviest 2 fish limit wins, only by yak blah blah...I expect this to be settled by ounces, I will inspect the winning fish in and out, Stripers only
$30 fee, includes 2 nights of camping, camp already reserved
We will be doing a potluck TBA
GWKC will provide keg of beer and core of dinner meal
Bring whatever you normally use to camp
Title: cool
Post by: promethean_spark on September 02, 2005, 12:38:44 PM
I'll try hard to make this one.  If there'll be time for a side-trip rockie and ab run it won't be hard to get the wife aboard.
Title: GWKC Lake Mendo Tournament-Date Changed
Post by: MolBasser on September 02, 2005, 12:44:04 PM
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GWKC will provide keg of beer and core of dinner meal


Well....That seals the deal for me!

See you there.

When can we arrive at the campsite?

MolBasser
Title: heck ya
Post by: promethean_spark on September 02, 2005, 03:32:50 PM
I've been drinking much less since kayaking.  Used to be I'd shorefish with a 12pack late at night.  Between early hours and logistics of relieving oneself from the kayak, I drink less on weekends now than during the week...
Title: GWKC Lake Mendo Tournament-Date Changed
Post by: SBD on September 05, 2005, 08:42:54 PM
The camp will be open Friday at around 2:00 pm
Title: GWKC Lake Mendo Tournament-Date Changed
Post by: MolBasser on September 05, 2005, 09:24:15 PM
Excellent.  I should be there right around that time.

I'm really looking forward to this tourney, but I have volounteered for the Red Cross, and I am going to the gulf coast to help, so I'm not sure of my schedule right now....

MolBasser
Title: GWKC Lake Mendo Tournament-Date Changed
Post by: Rock Hopper on September 07, 2005, 02:01:47 PM
Sean and/or others -

Do we need to pre-register for this tournie, or just show up and pay there?

Would you like us to bring anything as far as grub, plates, napkins, cups, etc.?

Anything else that may be needed?

Thanks!
Title: GWKC Lake Mendo Tournament-Date Changed
Post by: SBD on September 07, 2005, 07:32:22 PM
Pre-reg is a big help.  We will being doing a pot luck so bring stuff.  I will get the potluck more organized shortly.
Title: GWKC Lake Mendo Tournament-Date Changed
Post by: mooch on September 10, 2005, 08:16:14 PM
just an fyi....I took a quick trip to the coastside #2 bait and tackle shop (to get some more xraps - for bay striper trolling - chuck made me a believer today - when we were fishing the marin islands = thanks for sharing your successful lure with the rest of the community  :smt023 ).....anyway, Marque donated a box of fishing goodies for the mendo striper derby. I'm hoping we can all support this guy and keep him open for a very long time. while I was there, I was treated to some smoked striper = VERY GOOD STUFF! He's got a smoker behind the store and will smoke fish for you - just ask him about it - he'll give you more details. (650) 359.9790. I'm definitely gonna have my next striper smoked by this guy!

looking forward to mendo! I'll bring my apron with me  :smt002
Title: GWKC Lake Mendo Tournament-Date Changed
Post by: MolBasser on September 10, 2005, 09:11:29 PM
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Pre-reg is a big help.


Can you post or PM me your addy to send the money?

MolBasser
Title: GWKC Lake Mendo Tournament-Date Changed
Post by: SBD on September 11, 2005, 06:00:41 AM
There is an on-line link on the General page, if you don't want to do that you can send it to:

GWKC
571 Saratoga Cout
Ukiah CA 95482

Thanks
Title: GWKC Lake Mendo Tournament-Date Changed
Post by: Bill on September 11, 2005, 09:51:52 AM
For those mailing there entries to Sean, please print and sign the waiver on the sign-up page and include it with your entry fee.

http://www.norcalkayakanglers.com/content/view/28/71/
Title: GWKC Lake Mendo Tournament-Date Changed
Post by: MolBasser on September 16, 2005, 12:36:18 PM
Thanks Sean, Please ignore my other posts on addys.

In the mail today.  Don't do the paypal thing (cue scary music).

MolBasser