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I plan to hold Gimme Shelter 5 on the rockfish/lingcod opener again. Anyone know when that'll be for sure?
thx,
Eric
***correction to date in subject *******
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The California groundfish regulations for 2011-12 recently adopted by the Fish and Game Commission will not be ready for implementation on Jan. 1, 2011 as planned. These regulations conform to federal regulations adopted by the Pacific Fishery Management Council (PFMC). However, due to procedural difficulties encountered with the federal rule making process, the 2010 regulations will remain in place until further notice.
“We are working closely with our federal fishery management partners to establish an implementation date,” said Department of Fish and Game (DFG) Marine Region Manager Marija Vojkovich. “We will announce the effective date for the new regulations as soon as it has been established. Until then, we ask that fishermen continue to follow the 2010 rules.”
The new California regulations were developed in collaboration with fishery constituents, other Pacific states, PFMC and the National Marine Fisheries Service over the past 18 months.
Anglers are advised to check regulations before targeting federally managed groundfish, as the proposed 2011-12 changes included modifications to fishing seasons, harvest limits, bag limits and species compositions, trip limits, fishing depths and gear constraints for rockfish, lingcod, cabezon, greenlings, California scorpionfish (sculpin) and other species.
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Thanks for that info, Mike. If the opener up here is on May 15th again (as it likely will be) the tournee will be on Sunday, May 15th. So arriving Saturday and staying at least through Monday will be a good plan. There are some great tides a littler later in the week for anyone who hangs over a few days. If you hang over for a few weeks we'll call it "Sledging". :smt003
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I will be there for sure...want to try and stay a few extra days and dive with you Eric...you down??
:smt006
Sincerely,
Jim
ps...SLEDGING!!!! :smt005 :smt005 :smt005 :smt044 :smt044 :smt044 :smt044 :smt044 :smt044
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So is the tourney only for the one day? (sunday). Or is it longer?
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The tournee is one day. Activities around the tournee last and last...
If salmon season is open there will no doubt be people arriving Thursday/Friday to do some trolling, and Pacific Halibut season opens May 1st, so that and ab diving are open too - not to mention crabbing.
The tournee being Sunday (likely), we start at dawn, end mid-afternoon, party into the evening.
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Eric,
Sign me up! I'll start working on prizes and gifts!
Greg
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Right-on Eric. I am sooooo looking forward to this. It is Natalie and mine's favorite ncka event. Once we finally get there. I have never been disapointed with the fishing and quality of fish. Natalie loves the beach down in front of the hotel because it has sandy castle building and tide-pooling. I may even bring the golf clubs this year.
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I wonder how many pages the thread talking about the event will be? :smt044 :smt044 :smt044
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Wooo Hooo! I am ready. Sunday just means there will be some Ab and spear carniage before the tourney starts. I may bring my scuba gear this year to hit that reef in front of the hotel this year. Big lings await....
Thanks Eric! You are the heart of GMS, and we all appreciate it!
Merry Christmas!
Matt
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shit yeah budd i cant wait :smt001 maybe ill even catch a fish this year? and my wife can clean her own fish :smt044
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Eric, I'm looking forward to being there for GS5 and to finally meet you and others!! Merry Christmas to you and your family, wishing you a fantastic 2011 :D
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My wife was very impressed last (first) year.
Loved all the NCKA folks. It's a great time.
See you there.
Ben
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Should I start the count down? :smt044
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I been going over the thread from last year...Getting more excited as i read each page :groupwave
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I been going over the thread from last year...Getting more excited as i read each page :groupwave
OMG, watch out for the 2009 thread... :smt005
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I been going over the thread from last year...Getting more excited as i read each page :groupwave
OMG, watch out for the 2009 thread... :smt005
2009 was pure carnage :smt003
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I'm hurting bad for rockfish season. I have already pulled out all my gear and gone thru it an bought more. Getting tired of fishing the bay an jettys, I need rockfish!!!!
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I'm hurting bad for rockfish season. I have already pulled out all my gear and gone thru it an bought more. Getting tired of fishing the bay an jettys, I need rockfish!!!!
No kidding! I miss the good old days when I went fishing when it was flat - year round.
The rockfish/ling fix has been a big draw for Gimme Shelter since it's on the opener. Salmon fishing was our original focus back in 2007 when 6 of us met up in March @ GS1! (it didn't have a name at that point! :smt005) Having more to fish for and better chances of a good ocean and warmer weather has made the decision easy to have the tournee in mid May instead of late Winter. There was even some consideration of moving the tournee to a Summer month to give even more assurance of conditions that would allow success, but I feel that holding the tournee at the opener is crucial to the buildup and climax of the whole event.
I might just have to turn this into the official thread - I was trying to hold off until after the new year... :smt003
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looking forward to it very much. I guess k need to start thinking of cool-sounding team names. Actually, I just need to follow BigJim around the whole day to win myself a kayak. Let the trash-talking officially begin!
If it was held on the weekend after the opener, it would give me thaw whole weekend to fish for rf/lings- as I need to leave on Sunday after the tourney to get back to work on Monday
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Ya kinda looks like this may turn out to be the GS thread :smt044
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Uuh, rockfish season opens May 14, 2011 homie! ....its just a shout away!
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Uuh, rockfish season opens May 14, 2011 homie! ....its just a shout away!
AAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH!! that make it closer? :smt044 :smt044
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IM IN!
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Sign me up! I might have to start pouring some lead soon. Reminds me of a funny old movie "Hot lead and Cold Feet". Ever see that one Mooch? Its pretty funny/silly.
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I've ben looking forward to this as soon as I pulled out the the campsite from the last one! Leaving Sledge behind while he fished a few more days makes me to make sure I spend even a few more days up here than last. I love fishing up here and look forward to kicking off the season with a bang!
Has anyone started the potluck thread yet? :smt044
Have a fun and safe New Years everyone!
Jimbo
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I'm already planning out the whole trip :smt005
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Sin Coast claims 5/14 is the opener, and I trust that mo-fo! I'll make it official soon, but sounds like we're holding GS5 on Saturday, May 14th, 2010!!! :smt007
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i been surfing the net an ran onto this site.
http://gofishingforum.net/tide.pl?location=Shelter%20Cove%2c%20California&state=CA&lat=40.0333&lon=124.0667 (http://gofishingforum.net/tide.pl?location=Shelter%20Cove%2c%20California&state=CA&lat=40.0333&lon=124.0667)
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Good site, Jason. Thanks for posting that. There are some great minus tides later in the week after the tournee...
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So whats the hot lure/jig that works good down there? I know I have my favorites for around T-dad. Wondering what works good for the cove
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So just to be Clear
May 14th Tourney (opening day)
Well then you should start the list I cant wait count me in,
Aaron (pisciform),
If my family are not going wanna carpool again? let me know!! Thanks
Eric, if you dont mind can you please modify the title to May 14th "2011" Thanks
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Hey Sailfish.....
Only 138 days to go!
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Hey Sailfish.....
Only 138 days to go!
Make it 137 since most people will get there the day before the tourney! :smt003
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for sure! I'm getting there early friday
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I am in, and plan on making it back to the beach with all my gear this year!
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Eric, if you dont mind can you please modify the title to May 14th "2011" Thanks
Oopsy! :smt003
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So whats the hot lure/jig that works good down there?
1/2 ounce, clear, fish very shallow, like right under your boat... :smt003
Seriuosly though, anything works! I like drifting chovies or herring right off the bottom because a salmon or halibut might show up, but the classic 4 or 6 ounce leadhead with white or red split-tail scampi and other common jigs will get you there. :smt001
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Thanks for that info, Mike. If the opener up here is on May 15th again (as it likely will be) the tournee will be on Sunday, May 15th. So arriving Saturday and staying at least through Monday will be a good plan. There are some great tides a littler later in the week for anyone who hangs over a few days. If you hang over for a few weeks we'll call it "Sledging". :smt003
Hey now...someone has to do it......HA!! :smt044 :smt044 :smt044 And Hell yes count me in...Game ON... :smt001 be cool to see some stay a few extra days...BigJ/Jimbo/and fellow NCKA peeps...I'm ready to "Get Some"
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Sign me up again definitely. Unfortunately, it will only be me this time since the kids still have school. See you all
there. BTW, I have first dibs camping right next to KayakJack. :smt003 Please give me a list of grocery to bring as
my share for food. :smt002
Jedmo
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I'll definetely be up for some Sledging! Look forward to getting my grove on and catching some big fish and abs! This year I hopefully won't forget my weight belt. Counting the days already!
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For tackle, my bread and butter is a knife jig with a shrimp fly above it, both tipped with squid. I had a greenling, and a monster cabbie on the clip before my tumble into the abyss. I am also with Black Ab, drifting bait, be it herring, sardines, anchovies, or even whole squid works well when you want to catch a mixed bag.
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Sorry to sound like a dumb*** but where will this event take place?
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Shelter Cove, California. You leave 101, take a time-warp, and land in Alaska. :smt004
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Shelter Cove, California. You leave 101, take a time-warp, and land in Alaska. :smt004
:smt044 :smt044
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Shelter cove near Fort Ross or Shelter cove way, way, up there?
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It's the real Shelter Cove (a town), and, yes, it's way way up here. :smt006
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There was a nice write up of that place in last months trailer life mag. I might have to talk the wife into it. What's the deadline for signing up and entry fee
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There was a nice write up of that place in last months trailer life mag. I might have to talk the wife into it. What's the deadline for signing up and entry fee
Deadline will be around tax day - it's TBA for now. Entry fee will likely be $25 like last year, but that's TBA at this point too.
Shirts and other gear will be all pre-order this year. (relieved smiley)
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Thanks for all the info, I'll keep watching this thread.
Anthony
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Eric if my travel schedule permits I am in. Can you provide me info?
Thanks
Newbie, but looking to meet everyone.
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Thanks for the early notice,
Please add Yakhopper and family to the list
Just booked a room at the tides and the wife sounds excited.
The kids will find out later - this should be another great adventure.
See Ya Soon,
Eric / Yakhopper
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I'm in, maybe will cruise over to Sea of Cortez afterwards.
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Can you provide me info?
I'll work more on the general info and post it later this evening. You can gather much info by reviewing the threads for GS3 and GS4, but leave yourself plenty of time! :smt005
Order the hookups threads by pressing "views" twice - because first it shows least views... This will get you to the GS3 thread.
Order the Fishing Events, Tournaments, and Road Trips threads the same way to find the GS4 thread.
thx,
Eric
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Warning about reading the old GS threads. It really sucks to go thru an read them get all excited an then realize we still got 4 months :smt044 :smt044
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I'm There Man :smt004
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I just spoke to Julie at The Tides Inn - we've got half the place booked up already! 4 smaller rooms left on the ground floor - get one while you can. They're generously offering the 3 nights for the price of 2 deal again.
I also spoke to Jack, the owner of the campground. He was very unhappy after last year. There was an incident in the bathroom that does not need to be described beyond "disgusting and inappropriate". What really got him though was that quite a few people floated in "under the radar" and didn't pay to stay. I'm basically in negotiations with Jack where I'm commiting to helping him any way I can, and most of how I can do that is right here.
THE LAW FOR THE CAMPGROUND:
- pay what you owe;
- don't abuse facilities;
- don't broker deals to add people to your camp unless it's within the rules.
At this point I'm not sure we'll be welcome at the campground. I am confident that I can rectify that well before the tournament, but I need commitment from all participants that no one will avoid paying their way or even try to nickle and dime. Jack and other business people in Shelter Cove are seeing hard times due to cuts in seasons...etc. - it's very inappropriate for anyone to come in and try to avoid being responsible for paying the basics. If you want cheap then be sure to stay up at the forest service campgrounds 15 minutes up the hill.
I'll revisit this topic.
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Is there a way for there to be a "set" price per night for each spot? That way one person per spot can pay Jack and then they ppl sharing can sort out the payments. Having 100 ppl looking to find and pay Jack may add to his stress level vs. the 30 or so 'primary' campers. And are we sure it was an NCKA'er that abused the bathrooms? Just doesn't seem like an NCKA kinda thing to do...just saying, lots of ppl were there last year.
Or maybe we just pay him a flat fee....like $5K (or whatever the right amount is) and we split the cost per night per person.
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So excited for this one! Looking forward to being able to meet everyone. Thats a bummer about the campground guy being pissed. Hopefully you can work a miracle! I think a flat fee is a good idea. I gotta admit, "disgusting and inappropriate" has me curious...What the hell happened in there?! Anyhow, Thanks Eric and everyone else for doing all the work to get this going. I cant freakin wait!
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Somebody shit in the urinal
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Thanks, Berg, for the reality check. I guess I came in hot on that one because I'd just spoken to Jack and I'm determined to not let this be a roadblock to a successful trip. I appreciate you coming with your ideas, and you're right that we don't know that our group was responsible for the bathroom 'incident'. Keep the ideas and suggestions coming on this, guys - I'll be meeting with Jack in mid February to sort this out and it'll be important to come with a plan that works for all. You're right, Eric, that Jack was scrambling to have to catch up to so many folks for cash. If we get him paid up front it'll help alot. Another issue for him was washing of gear in the bathrooms - he mentioned that he can setup a separate area where we'll have hose access, so he does want to make it all work. I look forward to meeting with him as he's a cool cat.
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I did go through 4 of our sites and pick up trash that was left last year. We need to take responsibility for the area and keep our reputation clean.
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Who 'floated in under the radar?" I'm betting in wasn't a bonafide NCKA member.
I say NAME THEM AND SHAME THEM! How many people didn't pay? Maybe we can all chip in and set it straight with Cap'n Jack. That would be the right thing to do. jim
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Who 'floated in under the radar?" I'm betting in wasn't a bonafide NCKA member.
I say NAME THEM AND SHAME THEM! How many people didn't pay? Maybe we can all chip in and set it straight with Cap'n Jack. That would be the right thing to do. jim
I like that attitude and that's kinda how I feel. Thanks, Jim. :smt001
To be diplomatic, I'll refrain from focusing on last year and try to formulate a fool-proof plan for this year. Whoever may or may not have caused stress for Jack, and regardless of whether they were NCKA, I need to look at it like it will reflect on me, so I will invest much in making sure this gets smoothed out. I'm confident that I can set it up so that Jack's happy and we get the usual VIP treatment at the campground/deli and all around town.
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I have my doubts the NCKA guys went under the radar. Jack is a hound (or bulldog?) when it comes to getting paid, and the honesty of the group goes without saying. I am sure Eric will aliviate any of his fears.
Count me in! I am not sure if I will be bringing the family. I know I will NOT be bringing the trailer! That was an adventure in itself! White knuckle, seat on my pants adventure coming over the hill :smt003
I can not wait! It will be epic once again! I hope I can stay a few extra days this year for some more fishing and diving. I love that place......
Let the Shelter Dreams begin :smt007
Matt
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not trying to step on any toes here, but just cause someones NCKA don't make them any better than anyone else. People are people. Some good some bad, some honest some not. I think Eric has it right, focus on the future not the past.
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I'm in.Am I still a loose screw?
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yeah a central wash area would be awesome....big tub and a place to hang gear while you wash your stuff down (kinda like they have it set up in the rental area at MBK (for those that have been there). I get that Jack was pissed but I can't imagine he wants to pass up the NCKA cash cow (I bet the ppl in the store would agree). We just need to work together. Maybe Craig has some suggestions for stuff he did at Albion. Not sure if there were any issues there (or an pre event contingencies set up). Same with Eric for the FW events. Just thinking out loud. I do like the idea of a group 'police for trash' after the event.
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OK, central wash area is good - serves our needs, alleviates Jack's stress about wet bathrooms with sand/seaweed/fish scales...
As for the store - he owns it too, so he holds the cards. He's dealt with packed houses alot over the years during epic fishing, and the usual clientelle has trailers and powerboats, so I'm a little puzzled about how it became such a cluster for him. He did mention that we took up way more space than the usual car/tent camper, so maybe I should have him make our spots double-size, charge more, and allow people to regulate how many share a site... More thinking out loud...
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Here's some background. Er, wait, let me grab a coldy... :smt003
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Wow, alphabetical order. I like your style.
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"...early this century, a group of hearty, fun-loving, tough, individualistic yet uniquely fraternal kayakfisherman created what would become a tradition along Northern California's Lost Coast. They called it Gimme Shelter, a name with many meanings including, of course, the obvious - 'get me to Shelter Cove for some of the west coast's best fishing!' - but also it came to mean 'I want in on a gathering that, through camaraderie, competition, sportsmanship, adventure, and, just pure passion for life and the outdoors, can provide shelter to any of us in our hectic lives.' The spirit of this gathering was created by the founders. It was Abking, Swellrider, MBYakker, Sailfish, Sin Coast and sackyak. It was an NCKA hookup with a focus on salmon in early March of 2007. No fish were caught that weekend, but the group bonded on the water in tough conditions, and the adventures continued along shore and in the camp. The next year around the same time a thread popped up for Gimme Shelter II - it was planned as a great hookup like so many other NCKA events and chills, but, even after much hype and a mini-epic lead-up thread of its own, it was cancelled due to hurricane-like weather. A few dozen people were disappointed, but enthusiasm for the event's future was not altered. The next year, 2009, the GS3 thread came alive - a few years of shortened rockfish seasons had led to a new phenomenon - people were so anxious to start the new rockfish and lingcod season with a bang after a long winter of deprivation that the idea of meeting along one of California's most remote and productive coastlines became an obsession! The thread took on a life of its own and it was apparent that the Gimme Shelter series had formed. That year we were lucky enough to have great conditions and we had an informal tournament, but, honestly, it was much more than just a fishing competition. There was talk of putting 10 or 20 bucks into an MBF - that's 'Money Between Friends' - type of competition, and, tournee or not, people were glad to be there. Having received some generous prize donations, the call was made to make it a free tournee. Anyone who competed could bring either their fish or a good photo of it to the potluck at The Tides Inn - because we'd filled that fine, ocean-front establishment - and enter it for a chance at a prize. Overall length of longest fish was the determining factor for the prizes that year, and we had some wonderful surprises. With no salmon season, the anticipated winning fish would be a lingcod, but some special things happened that year. First, on pre-fish day, Friday, Domenic caught a beautiful Pacific Halibut!!! 39" and 25 pounds, and a PACIFIC HALIBUT!!! Everyone was stoked, and it made anticipation of the next day's tournee that much better. Tournee time came - we had around 55 competitors I think. There were so many nice fish caught, and the numbers were ridiculous! I'd say the 50-something of us caught and/or released a thousand or more fish that weekend!!! The tournee title went to Jedmo with a 56" Wolf Eel - that was a shock and so cool. 34 and 32 inch lings made up the balance of the top three, and I think all the other fish that placed were lingcod, with quite a few over 30" caught for the weekend. The tournament and potluck that followed were everything that we know that great NCKA events are, and the rest of the weekend, with ab diving, spearfishing, beach discovery, checking out the Lost Coast and surrounding 4000' ridge, was awesome - so many happy people having such a great time! It had to be followed up, there was no option! Early in 2010 the GS4 thread started up. This year would be different - there was pre-registration, t-shirts, a $1000 yak for a grand prize, other prizes! This had become a bonafide tournament! Another bonus of GS4 was that we had a salmon season!! :smt007 We had high hopes of many salmon being caught, but only a couple shakers were caught during tournee time, and a beautiful 14 pounder was caught by Bird during Friday's pre-fish. We had 85 paid competitors and went with AOTD format - that's Angler Of The Day, and it uses AOTY rules for the most part. Big Jim won the new OK Trident Fishing yak, and so many people were in awe of how that all went down - Jim's demeanor was nothing short of ideal in terms of humility and grace, and the prevailing feeling was that he deserved it more than anyone! The tournee, potluck, prizes, winner(!), diving, gatherings, uni, family time, and all the rest of what was GS4 were totally awesome. When the dust settled and all the "Sledgers" had cleared out, NCKA had put its mark on not just Shelter Cove, but really we had created a dream.
Now it's time for GS5. It's time to live the dream again." :smt004
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OK, central wash area is good - serves our needs, alleviates Jack's stress about wet bathrooms with sand/seaweed/fish scales...
As for the store - he owns it too, so he holds the cards. He's dealt with packed houses alot over the years during epic fishing, and the usual clientelle has trailers and powerboats, so I'm a little puzzled about how it became such a cluster for him. He did mention that we took up way more space than the usual car/tent camper, so maybe I should have him make our spots double-size, charge more, and allow people to regulate how many share a site... More thinking out loud...
I am sure he will come around. It would be great to block off 1/3 of the place and say it holds X number of ppl/campers/cars. Those that want in can split the cost up to the # of ppl/vehicles allowed. If people want their own space (and/or don't want to share) they can book separately. Which I am guessing will be people with large families and/or campers.
I am happy to lend a hand if needed/wanted.
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I am happy to lend a hand if needed/wanted.
Your help is wanted and appreciated - I just need to figure out how to utilize yours and others who are offering. Thank you! :smt001
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you bet Eric...and at least this year my wife won't be 8 mo preggers!
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you bet Eric...and at least this year my wife won't be 8 mo preggers!
:smt005 :smt005 Dude! I can feel the relief from here! :smt001
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PUMPED :smt007
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you bet Eric...and at least this year my wife won't be 8 mo preggers!
:smt005 :smt005 Dude! I can feel the relief from here! :smt001
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Who's in?
BANJOTAD
Big Jim
Black Ab
brdopry (wife too?)
cajun
Darius
dpshim
Domenic
DrHabanero
EWB
Fish Farmer
hamachijohn
Jimmy
JRiggs
KayakJack
Jedmo
Lumberjack#76
MattS
MontanaN8V
redwoodfox
Sailfish
Shellback
Sin Coast (please tell Etienne)
Sledge
tiny
Topher2
yakhopper
925angler
That's 28 of us, let's limit it to that. :smt005
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Hey Eric,
I've been drooling over the GS event for a few years.
So for 2011 - I'M IN.
thanks,
novofish
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I'm betting we hit the 100 mark this year!
I think we are going need more beer!!! :beer3
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Just don't tell Spooner, and we will be fine! :smt009
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I made good and damn sure Gabe and I paid up last year, before we rolled through the gates. What about firewood, is that still going to be provided for us? Do we need to chip in and have some delivered? Call the ball........
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I'm in this year too.
Lot's of great suggestions re: last year's problems.
I understand there are growing pains with an event- GS is like becoming a woodstock?
However, it can't be that complicated despite the size. You pay for a camping spot and pay the fee. If you want to share your camping spot (within the rules, e.g. # of cars and people), you figure it out like we did last year on the campsite sharing thread.
Follow rules like you would at any State Park as if there was a ranger keeping eye on things.
As for the central wash area, I thought there was one right outside the bathrooms? I used the hose there to rinse my yak and wetsuit. Afterwards, hang it in your campsite on a rope, over your yak or whatever.
As for sh**ting in the urinal, can't say who it was, but you've got to have been awfully desperate, awfully drunk, or were raised without indoor plumbing- or all of the above! Is it possible to sh*t in a urinal without getting it all over your a**?
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Count me in...Put my name down on the list...! ! !
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As for sh**ting in the urinal, can't say who it was, but you've got to have been awfully desperate, awfully drunk, or were raised without indoor plumbing- or all of the above! Is it possible to sh*t in a urinal without getting it all over your a**?
Do i hear banjo music? :smt044
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This may end up being a very long thread, but it may not be classy! :smt005
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This may end up being a very long thread, but it may not be classy! :smt005
Thats what comes from too many hours spent floating around on your yak :smt005
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We got class, crass, and grass! Some of us have other stuff that rhymes too! :smt044
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I'm in,put me on the list
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Dear lord baby jesus, that was an epic background summary Eric! It reads like the prologue to a very exciting story. That must've been a good coldy! Thanks!
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I'd like to attend with the family, but probably won't enter the "tourney. I will want to dive though. So please put me down for a campsite.
Nate
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Nate, last year we had to call and reserve them. Not sure how it is going to be set up this year. Yakhopper had the primo spot last year, but they all are good. We tend to hoard the back corner, not sure why, but I think it has something to do with where most of us sat in class back in grammar school!
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...We tend to hoard the back corner, not sure why, but I think it has something to do with where most of us sat in class back in grammar school!
the back corner's THE SPOT... if you don't need sleep. :smt044
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Just made the res at the Tides Inn. Count me in!!!!! Will be up there with my wife and two kids ages 3 and 6. Cant wait!!! Checking in on Fri the 13th and out Mon the 16th.
Anthony
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Dear lord baby jesus, that was an epic background summary Eric! It reads like the prologue to a very exciting story. That must've been a good coldy! Thanks!
Thank you, fellow-founder and source of our namesake. :smt001 It was a good coldy... and the next few were too. :smt003
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This post is only 5 days old, and is already on its 7th page? :smt044 Epic indeed :smt002 Put me down FOR SURE!!! :smt004 Wont be staying at the tides this year though, missed partying with CAMP NCKA! :smt003
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That's 35 of us, let's limit it to that. :smt005
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I'm saying we will hit 120 this year!
And Jim, let me use your lucky big yak this year! :smt044 :smt044 :smt044
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Would like to join in for the first time with my 17 year old son. We could not make it last year (teaching a weekend class). So... how does one find a campsite? Sounds like it was a bit crazy...in a good way. :smt001
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Would like to join in for the first time with my 17 year old son. We could not make it last year (teaching a weekend class). So... how does one find a campsite? Sounds like it was a bit crazy...in a good way. :smt001
I'm glad you guys are coming, Dave and son. As for the campsite, I'll have to get back to you.
I'm actually having a thought right now - what if those who are camping call and pre-pay with credit card?... If I can broker a lower rate to sign up in advance I'll bet we're in.
If you want in on whatever deal I can get, please don't act until I have a chance to set this up.
I think I need to get some stats from Jack if I'm to understand this issue.
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Start getting your old gear togeather for the Sunday morning swapmeet!
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I dont recall what the campground rate was from 2009, but do remember that it was pretty costly for a site that basically fits two cars and has room for a tent or two and a picknick table.
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I dont recall what the campground rate was from 2009, but do remember that it was pretty costly for a site that basically fits two cars and has room for a tent or two and a picknick table.
If you are on a "budget" and want "tranquillity" then you can camp at my lot for free :smt003
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Some pics of GS3:
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Got the suite at the Tides reserved for the weekend and beyond... I can't wait for another great weekend at the Cove with the Brotherhood!
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A few GS4 pics:
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My contribution to the longest thread in the making :smt003
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count me in...been waiting since i left last year
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I too got a room at the tides. I will be bringing the wife and 8yr old daughter and therefore will be on relatively good behavior.
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Count me in, and I'll be watching out to pre-pay for camping. Looks like an awesome event, can't wait.
Jim
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Since Tiny brought it up,
Will we use the team / buddy system again?
If we do I would seggest we have a gathering time and place prior to hitting the water - last year a few team members showed about an hour or so late :smt009
Also I would seggest a set time and place on Sat for the gear swap (prior to the event on Sun) so others can get what they need for Sun.
Sorry,
A little slow at work and GS-5 on my mind
:smt044 136 DAYS TILL GS-5 :smt044
See Ya There,
Eric / Yakhopper
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I did like the team concept last year but I do believe with the amount of people out on kayaks that it would be best to allow for just getting out and fishing. It is the way I love to roll and with the communication on the water, safety can easily be handled with our NCKA fellowship of the paddle. I do understand that there will be a few inexperienced kayak fisherman out there and they should take it upon themselves to make sure they buddy up with someone or stay within a group.
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I'll think about the team thing - thanks for the feedback on it. I will likely encourage teams, and having a radio or being with someone who has one will be required. More on that later...
Domenic and I were just going over some details. Check-in will be earlier, like ending at 3PM, and will be at a station down at the launch most likely - this will make it so no one will check-in late, because that kinda screwed me up last year. Otherwise, I think I'll stick with AOTD and the C&R bonus like last year.
I've got a good GS5 high going. :smt004
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I agree that everyman for himself, and no mandated teams. Those A-hulls cannot be trusted! :smt008 I agree with Doc, there are enough of us out there to help when I go over, besides, my radio did me squat. I will offer a bounty on any and all of my recovered gear from last year! (some of it is still under waranty!)
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Is the event for the opener on the 14th(Saturday) or the 15th(sunday)?
I mentioned gear swap on Sunday after everything is finished from the event.
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I am also willing to do a safety clinic(for the first timers) before the event if you like Eric.
Greg
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We have good info that the opener is actually Saturday, May 14th, so that's when the event will be held. A Friday evening safety seminar sounds great - at the ramp around cocktail hour like last year. :smt001
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Last year, the A-hulls were hosting complimentary safety seminars just about every hour on the hour. I hadn't been that safe in years. :smt001
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Last year, the A-hulls were hosting complimentary safety seminars just about every hour on the hour. I hadn't been that safe in years. :smt001
Yeah they will tell you not to go on the water when you are as drunk as them (every hour)... :smt044 :smt044
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Well my wife just booked the last room at the Tides Inn! It will be my wife, daughter and I and a truck load of kayaks and Ab gear! Woo Hoo, I can hardly wait! I definately am looking forward to some more drinking and party time at the pot luck! After reading the food (or booze) thread, we may need to put up a safety net along the cliff, cuz someone is going down. There may be mass quantities of wobbly pops consumed........
BanjoTad, Stoggie and Al; you guys up for some whiskey flips? :smt003
With the way this tread is going, I will have to check it hourly! It would take days to catch up on posts :smt012
A few blood pumping pics!
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Matt
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Put me on the list! I can find in me no reasonable excuse not to attend. And a whole mess of unreasonable ones to go. Can't wait.
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Black Ab, Is that limit a minimum or maximum? :smt044 It is obviously an arbitrary limit :smt003 :smt005
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Black Ab, Is that limit a minimum or maximum? :smt044 It is obviously an arbitrary limit :smt003 :smt005
Definitely a minimum, Matt! :smt003
Here's a little history/torture/smilebait... :smt004
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All of these pics are '07 or earlier.
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Great pics from the past GS events, I can't wait wait for this year's!! :D
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A few more pictures from the cove...
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Thanks Eric, I needed a break from reality! Awesome pics my friend. Awesome.
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me and christina definelty in on this one. awesome pics of it all! cant wait!
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Got my room at the beachcomber inn booked for the weekend :smt001 :smt001
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43huh, I call bs. Guess I will go maverick. I've got to work on catching vrs fishing + fish master1 needs to take me spearfishing.
Kent
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Eric
I will be there with Karen and Molly as always. Hopefully, will get Etienne to show up this year. I think the team format worked well last year.
Scott
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Been kinda quiet on this thread last couple days. Nothing new? No more teaser photos? :smt005
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I'm outa photos, but here are some vids:
:smt003
Gimme Shelter III ~The Lost Coast~ NCKA KAYAK FISHING (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H9P4n2K6byg#)
NCKA cove ab (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3ug5hxTAkwY#)
Gimme Shelter III (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8KfqPWNmAW0#)
GS4, A KayakFishing Tournament (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OpoXZAY5MYc#)
Who's in?
9erfan
Aaron
AlsHobieOutback
baitNbeer
BANJOTAD
Bigfoot
Big Jim
Black Ab
brdopry (wife too?)
cajun
Chadrock
Darius
Domenic
dpshim
DrDave
DrDave's son
Dr. Fektavious
DrHabanero
EWB
fisheducator
Fish Farmer
Fish Master1
FishWorks (Christina fishing too?)
Great Bass 2
hamachijohn
Harputmanuki
Jacks
jimgosc
Jimmy
JRiggs
KayakJack
KV
Jedmo
Loco 4 Ab's
Lumberjack#76
MattS
MontanaN8V
novofish
redwoodfox
Reed
Rock Hopper
RonS
Sailfish
Scott
Shellback
Sin Coast
Sledge
tiny
Topher2
yakhopper
925angler
That's 51 of us, let's go for 120. :smt004
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uncle...uncle...OK I give up, quit twisting my arm, you had me at GS5. :smt044
I'm all in, can't wait, sounds like a s@*t kicker brewing.
T.L.,Tim :smt006
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Weather reports
http://weather.yahoo.com/united-states/california/shelter-cove-2492245/ (http://weather.yahoo.com/united-states/california/shelter-cove-2492245/)
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10 pages already? Wow! :smt044
There will probably be a safety boat this year. But we should still encourage teams.
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Teams will be required again this year. :smt001
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I'm gonna Kayak fish this year!!!!my 2011 vow!!!watch out Shelter here come the A-Hulls!!!!!
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Teams will be required again this year. :smt001
:smt012
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Eric
My brother and myself had a great time last year, so you can count us in again this year.
Thanks for all of your hard work in orgainizing this event.
Terry
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Teams
:smt012
Teams are a good thing, rf. It's all about safety and ability to assist. A team can be as little as two people, and each team must have a VHF. Camera and measuring device won't be required, but you may not score any C&R bonus points w/o those items. Another requirement is that each participant must have ocean experience - this can be acquired at the safety meeting Friday evening, but it would be best to bring your experience with you. We hope for good conditions like the last two years, but we all need to be ready for crappy ones.
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How does one go about joining a team?
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How does one go about joining a team?
Find friends that are going to the tournament and join up with one or more, or you can wait until the day of the event and hookup with someone there. I don't intend to pre-register teams, although we'll likely list who's on what team before the tournament comes.
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I'm in. Sorry I dont have time to read all 10 pages right now, but do you know if there will be a discount at the Tides Inn this year?
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I'm in. Sorry I dont have time to read all 10 pages right now, but do you know if there will be a discount at the Tides Inn this year?
Glad you're returning, Dustin. They are offering the winter discount, but I think The Tides may already be full...
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AbMan, AbWoman and AbChild will be there.
Plan....buy jigs from MattS and follow GB2 to the Big Lings! It's worked the last two years in a row.
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NO posts for yesterday? I am shaking here people, on the verge of being sick. I need a fix, help a brutha out man!
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Looks like the whole family is coming up this year! We will be Sledging it until Tues or Wednesday then hopping straight to the frog jumping in Calaveras County State Fair!
Later Jimbo :smt006
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Excellent, Jimbo! :smt001
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Eric maybe for teams you can get a list of the newbs and we can just adopt one. I know showing up as a first timer it may be overwhelming for some. Especially with the friends we all have.
I also 2nd a central local for a gear swap (the day before the event) I will be making some new jigs, etc. for the event. The price will double on Sun if they kill on Sat :smt002
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I like the idea of adopting newb's - it'll work out fine like it did last year.
Gear swap I'll leave up to you guys.
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I will be making some new jigs, etc. for the event. The price will double on Sun if they kill on Sat :smt002
And if they don't, will it be 2 for the price of one? :smt044
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Last year I was adopted by the loose screws, wondering whos adopting me this year lol... :smt044
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Last year I was adopted by the loose screws, wondering whos adopting me this year lol... :smt044
Wait, you had a kayak then??? Hard to remember when you did, or *did not* have a kayak last year :smt044
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I will be making some new jigs, etc. for the event. The price will double on Sun if they kill on Sat :smt002
And if they don't, will it be 2 for the price of one? :smt044
no I will just sell them to ppl that didn't make the event :smt002 As GS5 lures!
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Last year I was adopted by the loose screws, wondering whos adopting me this year lol... :smt044
Wait, you had a kayak then??? Hard to remember when you did, or *did not* have a kayak last year :smt044
Darius,
Just because you get a new yak every other week doesn't mean you start over as a newbe each time :smt044 You're a big kid now and you can do it :smt044 :smt044 :smt044
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In with Bells on!!!
Been out of the loop here... still in Computer Hell!!!! :smt013 AAaaAARrrRgGGg!!!!!
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or even better I am going to reach out to big jim and be his official lure supplier I can see it now..."GS4 winner and all around good guy BigJim fishes with EWB lures" Maybe I need to pin down Ricci and get an Albion champ as well.
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Eric,
I'm in for sure. I didn't realize there was a sign-up already. I know Hobiedave is in too. We talked about it while (freezing)/fishing today.
Martin
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or even better I am going to reach out to big jim and be his official lure supplier I can see it now..."GS4 winner and all around good guy BigJim fishes with EWB lures" Maybe I need to pin down Ricci and get an Albion champ as well.
LMAO!!!!!
I would be proud to pimp your lures Eric!
:smt002 :smt003 :smt005 :smt044 :smt044
Actually, the lure that I used to get the winning combo of fishies last year was the one in the GS-4 Goodie Bag courtesy of Domenic!!! That thing slayed and I retired it and now it is hanging on my liquor hutch!!
:smt003
Sincerely,
Jim
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or even better I am going to reach out to big jim and be his official lure supplier I can see it now..."GS4 winner and all around good guy BigJim fishes with EWB lures" Maybe I need to pin down Ricci and get an Albion champ as well.
LMAO!!!!!
I would be proud to pimp your lures Eric!
:smt002 :smt003 :smt005 :smt044 :smt044
Actually, the lure that I used to get the winning combo of fishies last year was the one in the GS-4 Goodie Bag courtesy of Domenic!!! That thing slayed and I retired it and now it is hanging on my liquor hutch!!
:smt003
Sincerely,
Jim
I need to make up a gold and black one so you can't resist! Or maybe the colors of bud light lime :smt044
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EWB, send me a dozen lures. I'll put a nice patch on my PFD that says "TEAM EWB LURES" as my exclusive sponsor. :smt044
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I was trippin' when I left out Joe's awesome GS4 vid! Check out the who's who of NCKA as he winds his way through the potluck at peak hour! Good Times!! :smt001
Gimme Shelter IV (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=paBJnvXic8E#ws)
I'm hoping to finalize some details very soon and get registration open before the end of the month.
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yes christina will be fishing too.
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yes christina will be fishing too.
Right on! We need more ladies in the mix. :smt001
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I'm heading over to the cove in 2 weeks for a scouting/fishing trip
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I'm heading over to the cove in 2 weeks for a scouting/fishing trip
Excellent. You been there before?
I forgot to add this vid to the mix:
The Tides (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TL_TfWTRoJM#)
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a newbie draft?
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been years since I been to the cove. Been a few times to the beaches headed to petolia but mostly always stayed farther north. I wanna get a "lay" of the land before GS. Gonna cruise over an drive around spot everything, Launch, inn ect.. an also do a little shore fishing. Be nice to show up an know where things are come may. Any suggestions Eric?
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Damn, The Tides Inn IS sold out.
Not sure if I'm going to make it now...
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Damn, The Tides Inn IS sold out.
Not sure if I'm going to make it now...
There's another "nicer" hotel (read higher rate) next to the Tide Inn. Maybe Eric can "negotiate" for an NCKA's rate.
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I called the Tides Inn this morning and got the "sold out" news too. It's hard to believe they have sold out before registration for the event has even started. Last year they had a one night free with two paid. Hopefully there will be a similar deal somewhere in town.
Martin
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You guys should just rent a house. There are LOTS of vacation rentals @ The Cove. I remember Phil Northern Boy and his lady rented a house for GS3. I'll try to get some recommendations from people up there, but I know this one is like $150/night and pretty close to the campground & launch: http://www.cyberrentals.com/rental/p252359 (http://www.cyberrentals.com/rental/p252359)
This one is pretty sweet: http://www.sheltercoverealty.us/bin/web/real_estate/AR202436/ACTIVATE_FRAMES/RENTALS/Shelter+Cove/1290651126.html (http://www.sheltercoverealty.us/bin/web/real_estate/AR202436/ACTIVATE_FRAMES/RENTALS/Shelter+Cove/1290651126.html)
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I booked a cabin at the beachcomber, They look nice an the lady that owns it was very nice when I called, answered all my questions. The cabin I got has a fireplace, full kitchen ect..
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I've stayed at the Beachcomber - it's a good spot right above the campground and has space for gear and cleaning without a lot of traffic. The high-rise hotel just south of The Tides is a good spot and the restaurant on the first floor is good. I once stayed at the motel, which is right at the top of the boat launch road - lots of traffic, but very close to the action. There are many options.
@redwoodfox - check out the launch, the fish cleaning station, the campground and deli (try the fish and chips), abalone point (drop some ab guts right into 15-20' of water), black sands beach at the north end of town... You're gonna love it! :smt001
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I just reserved a room at the Shelter Cove Inn, next to, and across the street from the Tides Inn. They don't have the 3rd day free deal but the rates are a little less than the Tides, and they have rooms available. I ate dinner at their restaurant last year and the food was pretty good.
Martin
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Yum, I love fish an chips. Will try that for sure
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Not going to miss this again. Melissa and I are both in.
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Not going to miss this again. Melissa and I are both in.
Excellent!
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Sign me up you need a w in the list. Don't know if I'll make but would like to be there.
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wow up to 13 pages before the end of january already....I reckon the page count will hit triple digits..
If salmon season is open there will no doubt be people arriving Thursday/Friday to do some trolling, and Pacific Halibut season opens May 1st, so that and ab diving are open too - not to mention crabbing.
The tournee being Sunday (likely), we start at dawn, end mid-afternoon, party into the evening. work work work.
I need to start thinking about calling sick for mid May already....
start gearing up on the RF gear....work work work
daviator
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Really enjoyed the 2010 event, so I'm in this year too! Thanks Eric!
Michael
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Eric, was wondering when I can send in my entry fee an how much
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what's GS5 and who's abking?
:smt002
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what's GS5 and who's abking?
:smt002
Its a secret :smt044
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what's GS5 and who's abking?
:smt002
Uh, no, what the F%*# is a "piski"????!!!! :smt003
BTW, I love your new handle! :smt008
I will assume you are coming, and I hope I'm right. :smt001
Eric, was wondering when I can send in my entry fee an how much
Thanks, Jason. That issue is high on my list. I'll have registration open by this weekend I think. It'll include shirt and sweatshirt order information - a free T will come with registration just like last year, and we'll have long sleeve shirts, some sweatshirts, and possibly some specialty items this year, but all pre-order.
Anyway, I'll have it up soon. The GS madness is brewing. :smt003
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Cool. Are the sweatshirts hoodies?
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Any chance of a Fleece we can wear while kayaking? :smt002
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Why Al, you need to have something to wear after your yearly swim? LOL :smt044
Just kidding, actually a fleece would be pretty cool!
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Why Al, you need to have something to wear after your yearly swim? LOL :smt044
Just kidding, actually a fleece would be pretty cool!
OUCH! :smt003 Still use the one that kept me warm in the water :smt002 But can always use another :smt004
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I'll look into some custom fleeces...
Sweatshirts will be hoodies, and I'll find out about other options available.
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what's GS5 and who's abking?
:smt002
I heard hes an ASShole!
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A guy could wear a tournament hat on the water.
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After reading ALL these pages I'm almost convinced I should make this trip. How's the campground for motorhomes? Wife would like it to be there if she goes. If someone wants to adopt me for the day I wouldn't mind. Maybe by then I'll learn how to catch fish. :smt002
This is my 1st and only fish from the ocean. At least it cooked up good. Is there a small fish prize?
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Shelter Cove is also a blast for the kids!!!!
http://www.facebook.com/album.php?aid=441097&id=677140191&l=0fe58e07e0 (http://www.facebook.com/album.php?aid=441097&id=677140191&l=0fe58e07e0)
:smt004
:smt006
Sincerely,
Jim
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After reading ALL these pages I'm almost convinced I should make this trip. How's the campground for motorhomes? Wife would like it to be there if she goes. If someone wants to adopt me for the day I wouldn't mind. Maybe by then I'll learn how to catch fish. :smt002
This is my 1st and only fish from the ocean. At least it cooked up good. Is there a small fish prize?
Make sure you check your brakes before heading to Shelter Cove with A Motor Home!!!!!!!!!!! The last two miles is straight down hill!!!!!! I was white knuckled driving my van, I had to stop half way down to let my brakes cool! Seriouse shit right there!!!!!!!! :smt009
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Put me on the list, I'll be there.
Is team shark bait reappearing this year? Big Jim? Captain Kayak?
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Motorhome fits fine at the campground, but listen up about the descent into the Cove - watch the "Trekkin to the Cove" video and you'll see a sign telling of different years of RV crashes... :smt009
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Brian G + 1 + dog.
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Who's in?
Fish Master1 (disqualified for being an ASS, but still able to come to potluck :smt003)
:smt044 :smt044 :smt044 Thats basically EVERY hookup with Andy :smt002 We only keep him around because were addicted to the CRACK he puts in the Manteca when no ones looking to keep us all addicted to his food :smt005
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Who's in?
Fish Master1 (disqualified for being an ASS, but still able to come to potluck :smt003)
:smt044 :smt044 :smt044 Thats basically EVERY hookup with Andy :smt002 We only keep him around because were addicted to the CRACK he puts in the Manteca when no ones looking to keep us all addicted to his food :smt005
Let's rename him "AssCrack". Or maybe "CrackAss"... :smt005
Love has many forms. :smt008
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I refuse to be disqualified!!!!!! Im actually gonna try and catch fish off my yak this year! ASS!
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Eric,
Have you talked to Jack at the campgrounds yet? I was wanting to setup my campsite but was waiting to see if there is a discount and if we are still welcome.
Greg
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After reading ALL these pages I'm almost convinced I should make this trip. How's the campground for motorhomes? Wife would like it to be there if she goes. If someone wants to adopt me for the day I wouldn't mind. Maybe by then I'll learn how to catch fish. :smt002
This is my 1st and only fish from the ocean. At least it cooked up good. Is there a small fish prize?
Is that the fish u caught when we were @ BigJims??? as I remember it was the only fish caught!!! :smt044 :smt044 :smt044 and the ground we covered for that one fish...epic...
Jonez had to replace his brakes...SMOKING...Metal to Metal...
And if u like u can hook up with BaitNbeer and I... team THO "The Hung Overs" HA!!! and FM1 will fit right in... :smt044 :smt044 :smt044
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Rob, if you want to slum it with big gabe and I, I am sure we got room next to us out on the water. Pretty sure he will join us up there, suprised he has not chimed in. Oh, Eric, bringin my kids and dog too! I now am on notice to behave this year :smt011
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Sackyak will be there maybe along with wife and daughter, barring another unavoidable business trip etc. Details to follow.
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Sackyak will be there maybe along with wife and daughter, barring another unavoidable business trip etc. Details to follow.
Right on! :smt001
@cajun - Jack won't be back in the US until February. I may just call him and explain that people are ready to start making reservations, so how about just letting us in and we'll work it out later?... :smt009 I'm kinda at a loss on this one.
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I always catch the GMS thread late because I don't usually check the event forum. I just called the Tides and they are full. I'm bringing the wife for the first time so we will get a room at the Inn of the lost coast. I don't think I'm going to enter the competition this year. I will probably concentrate on diving. Hopefully the conditions willl be more like 09 instead of 10. My wife is a good cook and we will be making a major contribution to the meals this year. I have a new ab recipe that is extremely good and will be cooking up some of that also.
REMEMBER TO MAKE A CHECK LIST!!!!!!!! You will forget gear if you don't make a checklist.
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Is opening day / the tournament definitely on Sunday?
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Im in! Was a blast last year and a great way to start the season.
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Is opening day / the tournament definitely on Sunday?
No - opening day is Saturday, May 14th, and that's tournament day.
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Thanks for the clarification. I just corrected my reservation. Accommodations are gonna be very tight.
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Sorry to be a nag :smt005, but can I send you money yet?
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The Tides Inn is full. There are still vacancies at The Inn of the Lost Coast. My wife and I will be staying there.
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Sorry to be a nag :smt005, but can I send you money yet?
Soon - hang in there!
I need to finalize the registration form including shirt/hoodie orders.
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And if u like u can hook up with BaitNbeer and I... team THO "The Hung Overs" HA!!! and FM1 will fit right in... :smt044 :smt044 :smt044
Thats cool, you can have him :smt005 Just be sure to tuck him in at night when he passes out in front of the fire :smt044
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Sackyak will be there maybe along with wife and daughter, barring another unavoidable business trip etc. Details to follow.
Woo hoo! Haven't hooked for a long time Etiene and since you are one of the founding GS fishermen it will be good to have you here.
Later
Jimbo :smt006
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man i cant wait! my wife says shes gana out fish me again. not if can help it ha ha ha
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The check's in the mail.
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we still got time to reserve the campground right? i mean im not gonna wait too long but i still got a window?
give it EVERYTHINGYAGOT!! the HUNGOVERS will be chumming the waters real soon!
EVERYTHING YA GOT (I Love You Man Gym Scene) (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lS7LZgxf0BQ#ws)
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Regarding the campground situation, Jack (the owner) is out of the country, so I won't be able to meet with him until mid February.
Go ahead and reserve campsites. I'll work out any special details with Jack later. By that I mean I'll work out any special policies he wants enacted, and we hope he'll extend annual courtesies such as some free firewood, a block of sites to party in, and a dedicated gear washing area (as opposed to the bathrooms and bathroom area - Jack's suggestion). I do not intend to negotiate any special pricing. The campground isn't cheap. As stated earlier in the thread, following the campground rules and paying all applicable fees is an important part of tournament participation. I will be working closely with Jack to ensure that he is happy with our group and the event. Cooperation much appreciated. :smt001
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YA! Mailing my entry out!!!!
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Eric,
The check is in the mail for my brother and myself...
Terry
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Put me down Eric. I keep missing this great event.
IslandYak
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can anyone give this newbie the phone # to make a reservation at the campground? definitely want to check out this event.......
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how could I not attend. count me in!! can I share a camp spot with the hang over team? or any one?
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can anyone give this newbie the phone # to make a reservation at the campground? definitely want to check out this event.......
Here ya go...
Shelter Cove Motor Inn (707-986-7521) on Wave Drive, has ocean-front units with a view..
Shelter Cove Beachcomber Inn (707-986-7733) has units with brass beds, fireplaces, stoves and kitchens on Shelter Cove Rd.
Mario's Marina (707-986-7432) has a nine-unit motel in addition to trailer units with kitchens beside the marina that services sport fishermen with gas, supplies and bait.
CampingPeople with trailers and RVs head for the Shelter Cove Campground (707-986-7474) which has 100 serviced sites.
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I'm on edge waiting for the tourney. Luckily I have steelhead an hiking/scouting trips to keep me occupied till then
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Woo Wooo!!!! :white
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I forgot to mention my Wife, Doughter and Son will be with me this year.
My Son may join us on the water So for the weekend I'm +3 - for the event I'm +1
I was asked if I was excited about this years event and all I could say was:
:blob9: "115 MORE DAYS TILL GS-5" :blob9:
See Ya There,
Eric / Yakhopper
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My Son may join us on the water So for the...event I'm +1
That's awesome, Eric - how old is he? I want to get my son out there with me, but it'll probably be a few years. :smt001
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He's 14 and unfortunatley he is more into Bikes than he is to Fishing :smt009
But at least he isn't sitting around the TV playing Video games all day.
Hopefully the quality of the fishing will re-spark his intrest in yakfishing.
See Ya There,
Eric / Yakhopper
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Here ya go...
Shelter Cove Motor Inn (707-986-7521) on Wave Drive, has ocean-front units with a view..
Shelter Cove Beachcomber Inn (707-986-7733) has units with brass beds, fireplaces, stoves and kitchens on Shelter Cove Rd.
Mario's Marina (707-986-7432) has a nine-unit motel in addition to trailer units with kitchens beside the marina that services sport fishermen with gas, supplies and bait.
CampingPeople with trailers and RVs head for the Shelter Cove Campground (707-986-7474) which has 100 serviced sites.
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is the sheltercove campground the same where everyone else will be camping? Im tryna be rite in the middle of it all and not miss out on anything this time!
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is the sheltercove campground the same where everyone else will be camping?
Yes - the Shelter Cove Campground and Deli is THE SPOT! It's right in the middle of the action. :smt001
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Have teams started forming yet?
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dang at least theres not to much sh%^ talking on here cuz im gettin all kinds of it here about how my wifes gana have to catch the fish again :smt011 what the hell? ya show a woman how to fish so ya can fish more and this what ya get? man i hope she gets skunked this year :smt044
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There are existing teams from last year that will likely carry over. Other teams will form over the coming weeks. Some teams will form the day of the tournament.
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What were the teams from humboldt?
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What were the teams from humboldt?
I hung with Brandi and her guest. I think Greg hung with his cohorts from work. It's very informal. Many people failed to launch with their teams, but no penalties were levied...
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Newbie Question(s):
Is this an event a beginner kayak should attempt to try? :yak
And if so, anybody wanna pick-up a rookie yak'r on their team??? :wav:
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Eric, what is the 'max' # of anglers for the event? I want to come up but I probably won't know for a while because D-36 scheduled an enduro on that weekend again this year. jim
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I'd like to come this year, can I use my tent trailer at the camp? Also, I'm a fellow newbie and would be looking for a team. I have my safety gear, but haven't fished the ocean yet; mostly the sac river and delta. Any help would be appreciated.
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IMO, this event is a great opportunity for newbies to find their sea legs. The launch is super protected and there will be a hundred other kayakers there ready to lend you a hand. Make sure you have the proper safety gear. Even if the weather is nasty, you can still safely fish the cove.
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Saltydog, it doesn't matter if a 1000 people show up. There will always be a place for you.
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That "Max" number I mentioned may just be motivation for the slackers... :smt002
I am closing registration on 4/15/11.
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G-wiz. You are welcome to fish with my team. Last year we were Team Homebrew but I fish all year with the Loose Screw Team. I'm not sure which group I will fish with this year but you are welcome to join.
Martin
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That "Max" number I mentioned may just be motivation for the slackers... :smt002
I am closing registration on 4/15/11.
It would be best to extend it till the holiday for most slackers. 4/20 :smt044
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You are welcome to fish with my team... but you are welcome to join.
Martin
Hey Martin,
Thanks!!! And just noticed you're on the other-side of the hill from me; I'm in Hayward...Lets talk more about that weekend/event!
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I'm planning to come to Shelter cove this year. I have all the necessary fishing gear, a Trident 13, wet suit, PDF, VHF radio, horn, and compass. What else should I bring to be safe on the water?
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What else should I bring to be safe on the water?
You should search the site to find and review one or more of the numerous threads about this - sounds like you have the basic necessities.
I'm glad you're coming! :smt001
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Thanks for the heads-up I'll check the site. Sorry!!!
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Thanks for the heads-up I'll check the site. Sorry!!!
No worries! It's just easier to look at the other posts on this since it's such a popular subject. :smt001
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That "Max" number I mentioned may just be motivation for the slackers... :smt002
I am closing registration on 4/15/11.
Uh oh... Are you trying to exclude the A Hulls, AKA the No-Pay Hulls? :smt044 :smt044 :smt044 My check is in the mail. Cut some slack to my Santa Cruz brothers. Things work slower down there. :cowboy_smoke:
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I'm planning to come to Shelter cove this year. I have all the necessary fishing gear, a Trident 13, wet suit, PDF, VHF radio, horn, and compass. What else should I bring to be safe on the water?
Scott, check out this list that is from NCKA's Safety Forum. jim
http://www.norcalkayakanglers.com/index.php/topic,27534.0.html (http://www.norcalkayakanglers.com/index.php/topic,27534.0.html)
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Register before 4/15/11.
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So I'm off to The cove in the morning to go spend the day fishing an beachcombing, will make sure an take plenty of pics
I mailed my form in today Eric
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That "Max" number I mentioned may just be motivation for the slackers... :smt002
I am closing registration on 4/15/11.
Uh oh... Are you trying to exclude the A Hulls, AKA the No-Pay Hulls? :smt044 :smt044 :smt044 My check is in the mail. Cut some slack to my Santa Cruz brothers. Things work slower down there. :cowboy_smoke:
HEY! You promised not to call us that anymore :smt012
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So I'm off to The cove in the morning to go spend the day fishing an beachcombing, will make sure an take plenty of pics
I mailed my form in today Eric
Right on, Jason. You'll love it down there - surf's up, so I don't think that bait-ball-off-Abalone Pt. plan will be productive other than for snags. The blue skies will be nice for checking out the landscape though. I'm looking very forward to your pics of the launch and what should be the new breakwater (maybe it's still in progress?) Have a great trip. :smt001
.SAT...N WIND 5 TO 15 KT. WIND WAVES 2 FT OR LESS. W SWELL 11 TO 12 FT AT 17 SECONDS.
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Just booked our favorite site in the campground. Nothing between us and landing planes but air. $53 per night full hookups for 3 nights, I'll be there till Monday. Saturday Tourney, Pot luck and unparalleled camaraderie. Sunday diving! I'll send in tourney payment soon, but I want to know what the good cause is and if your going to have XXXL, yes 3XL hoodies...should I put in an extra $5 for Omar the tent maker?
See ya there!
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Just booked our favorite site in the campground. Nothing between us and landing planes but air. $53 per night full hookups for 3 nights, I'll be there till Monday. Saturday Tourney, Pot luck and unparalleled camaraderie. Sunday diving! I'll send in tourney payment soon, but I want to know what the good cause is and if your going to have XXXL, yes 3XL hoodies...should I put in an extra $5 for Omar the tent maker?
See ya there!
The charity is TBA later. I'll check with my shirt people about the 3XL hoodie. Who's Omar the tent maker?
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Just booked our favorite site in the campground. Nothing between us and landing planes but air. $53 per night full hookups for 3 nights, I'll be there till Monday. Saturday Tourney, Pot luck and unparalleled camaraderie. Sunday diving! I'll send in tourney payment soon, but I want to know what the good cause is and if your going to have XXXL, yes 3XL hoodies...should I put in an extra $5 for Omar the tent maker?
See ya there!
The charity is TBA later. I'll check with my shirt people about the 3XL hoodie. Who's Omar the tent maker?
Omar-the-tent-maker - A slang expression for a person experiencing an erection that raises the cloth (trousers or sheet) covering his genitals much like a tent.
:smt044 :smt044 :smt044
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The charity is TBA later. I'll check with my shirt people about the 3XL hoodie. Who's Omar the tent maker?
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It is just some old Movie I've never seen, but when clothing gets very large it can be referred to as a tent and Omar makes tents.
The $5 is to cover the extra cost of a 3XL
Thanks Eric.
Let's get back on the GMS track here....how about the award EWB requested last year?
A lot of us would love to earn one....it's the "I Beat a Lepin" Award.
Who's making the award? Maybe a signed Knife Jig?
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Just got home from the cove an finished unloading the truck. Took a ton of pics, will post later. In short.. Weather was awsome, warm no wind. Scouted out lots of ground. Tried fishing some, but swell made that difficult. Saw whales ate great food an did lots of beach combing
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Cove pics
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The new breakwater looks good, thanks for sharing :smt001
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I was just going to say the breakers didn't look like that last year.
Jedmo
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I was just going to say the breakers didn't look like that last year.
Jedmo
No it's not. They added more boulders to expand it to the left to make the launch area more protected from the surf. This will make kayak launching there a piece-of-cake!
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A lot of us would love to earn one....it's the "I Beat a Lepin" Award.
Who's making the award? Maybe a signed Knife Jig?
How 'bout a signed edition of "The Book" by Patrick as the award?
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Just reserved site 102 at the camp grounds :smt003 Topher2 has site 101 :beer3
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I searched this site looking for "shelter cove map", "campground map", etc. and did not get any hits . . . anybody have a link to a map of the campground?
John
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Ck is in the mail. :smt004
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Ck is in the mail. :smt004
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Nice seeing my name on the paid list.. means I'm one step closer to May :smt118 :kick
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Eric,
If its alright with you I may collect from the guys around here and meet you for a round of disc at the community forrest and give it to you :smt003 :smt003
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Eric,
If its alright with you I may collect from the guys around here and meet you for a round of disc at the community forrest and give it to you :smt003 :smt003
I'd normally be into that, Greg, but my elbow's been giving me big problems. No disc for a while. How about meet over a pint? :smt004
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Looking to secure a space in the camp site. Can anyone give me the contact info for the camp. I'd like to be there friday through monday. Look forward to meeting some great people and doing some great fishing!!! :smt003
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Shoot...I did it again. Don't mind my first post, I checked the thread and found the info. See yall up there.
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I can't wait to get down to the Cove to check out the new breakwater for myself.
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Eric, check is going into the mail today. Did you come up with a group plan for the campgrounds or is it each person for themselves?
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Eric, check is going into the mail today. Did you come up with a group plan for the campgrounds or is it each person for themselves?
The owner of the campground won't be back in the US until the middle of February, so I'll meet with him to set some ground rules then. In the meantime everyone should just call and get a site. It'll all come together, and the campground will be at the center of this event like it always is (although many of us will be in hotels and inns :smt004).
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Campsite reserved!
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Be there or be square... :smt003
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Check is in the mail, I ordered one extra T for my son, he is 9, so i figured a medium? And a long sleeve T for my daughter-Large. Thanks for this again Eric! made reservation at the campground too.
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Hey Rich, I am bringing my 8yr old daughter. Are you bringing your 9yr old to shelter cove? We need to get the lord of the flies thing going.
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I'll have Claire who just turned 11 (she's basically a teenage terror...) and Collin who'll almost be 8 at that point. Let's get the junior members into some activities. :smt045
Check is in the mail, I ordered one extra T for my son, he is 9, so i figured a medium? And a long sleeve T for my daughter-Large. Thanks for this again Eric! made reservation at the campground too.
Medium is probably good. You can change your mind later if necessary - just let me know.
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Hey Rich, I am bringing my 8yr old daughter. Are you bringing your 9yr old to shelter cove? We need to get the lord of the flies thing going.
LOL
keep the kids occupied so we can do the beer bong thing again right jack? like at redbarn!
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IT wouldn't be a legit event without the beer bong. I did do a double at red barn
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Jack, I am bringin both kids, Cody 9, Savana 12. And pepper, the pup/destroyer of shoes. I plan on bringin a lot of stuff for them to do. Horseshoes, fly tying box, the dog will be there, etc. I can't wait, going to be fun.
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I had a good idea for a kids and parents activity for Sunday morning. My wife has been setting aside buckets of old shells of all kinds, and she wants them off the property! It's neat stuff the kids and I have picked up and brought home over the years - plenty of abalone, urchins, scallops...etc. I'm aiming to 'seed' the beach below The Tides late in the evening after the potluck (drunken shell chucking?...) - the night's high tide will toss them across the beach and redistribute them naturally, and Sunday morning's low tide will expose a beachcombing paradise of sorts! I won't junk up the beach - just enough to provide an enhanced 'comb. What do you think? Anyone up for early morning smiling-kid-watching? :smt003
In other news, Joel "Mooch" Lotilla has graciously accepted my offer to make him guest of honor at GS5 - he may not be able to make it up, but we will honor him either way, and he has given the green light for me to announce that a substantial amount of the tournee and shirt/hoodie proceeds will go his way. I'm glad to be able to dedicate part of the GS energy to our Brother, and we all hope he can come up to share in the Good Times in mid May. :smt001
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That sounds like a great idea for the kids!!
Wish Valentina was gonna be with me this year, but mama wants to stay home this year! :smt012
Awesome that you are gonna help Joel out, and really hope he makes it up!!
:smt006
Sincerely,
Jim
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Eric your not such an ASS afterall! :smt008
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In other news, Joel "Mooch" Lotilla has graciously accepted my offer to make him guest of honor at GS5 - he may not be able to make it up, but we will honor him either way, and he has given the green light for me to announce that a substantial amount of the tournee and shirt/hoodie proceeds will go his way. I'm glad to be able to dedicate part of the GS energy to our Brother, and we all hope he can come up to share in the Good Times in mid May. :smt001
BOO-YAH
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That is so awesome Eric that we can all help brother Mooch once again financially while he battles this stupid Cancer. I hope he can make it up
there to hang out with us.
Jedmo
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IT wouldn't be a legit event without the beer bong. I did do a double at red barn
Dude I did 10 :smt009 never again...and I think I got a pic of that double somewhere... :smt044 :smt044 :smt044
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In other news, Joel "Mooch" Lotilla has graciously accepted my offer to make him guest of honor at GS5 - he may not be able to make it up, but we will honor him either way, and he has given the green light for me to announce that a substantial amount of the tournee and shirt/hoodie proceeds will go his way. I'm glad to be able to dedicate part of the GS energy to our Brother, and we all hope he can come up to share in the Good Times in mid May. :smt001
WTG ERIC :smt004
THANKS FOR SPREADING THE LOVE :smt008
Tad :smt006
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Let's get the junior members into some activities. :smt045
Hmmm, here are some ideas for kid activities:
1. Scavenger Hunt - around the campground, that could be interesting
2. Relay race on the runway - hey planes never land there, might as well use it
3. Surf fishing contest - AOTD/MBF format of course
4. Iron Chef contest - and the secret ingredient is.... ROCKFISH!!!!
5. Fish/bird identification class - at the fish cleaning station
6. Abalone pounding contest - then maybe they won't beat on each other
7. Reel cleaning class - you never know who the next Alan Tani will be
8. Ultimate frisbee - everyone against Molly (good luck)
9. Beer cap campground sweep - green is good
Just kidding of course. :smt005
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More fun-time ideas: casting competition, julie packard pinata, b.b.gun wars, bocce ball, hide pennies and cut them loose with metal detectors.
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REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN!!!
Please read the GS5 Official Rules doc then print the attached Waiver and Order Form and send it in with a check for $25 for each tournament registration. ALL shirt and hoodie orders are pre-order ONLY, so please indicate additional shirts/hoodies you want and adjust your payment accordingly. A black t-shirt with red ink is included with your registration. Long sleeve white shirts with black and red ink are available for $20 - you can request another color shirt, but there are no guarantees. The hoodies will be gray with black and red ink and are $40. Additional regular t-shirts with red ink only will be $15/each.
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I have decided to commit a substantial amount of the registration monies as well as net proceeds from shirt and hoodie sales to Joel Lotilla, AKA: Mooch. :smt001 We all hope he can make it up for the weekend to be Guest of Honor in person, but we'll party in his honor either way, and the announcement of monies raised for him will be a big part of the final proceedings Saturday evening.
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If you know people who want to join in then please direct them here.
All info is either on the Official Rules or the Waiver and Order Form. I'll make the scorecards available on this thread later (maybe around page 50... :smt002), and they'll be available at the tournament as well of course.
Eric Stockwell
PO Box 432
Loleta, California 95551
Let's do this! :smt004
PAID:
Abking
bennettdanville
Chadrock
Darius
daviator
Great Bass2
HOLY TOLEDO
Jacks
MontanaN8V
otobepelagic
Pond Poacher
redwoodfox
RonS
sackyack
sctrace
Shellback
That's 16 of us so far. :smt001
Guest of Honor = Mooch :smt001
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Do you take IOU? :smt003 I'll mail out the forms and check next week.
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Do you take IOU? :smt003
Yes, but only from you. (deja vu! :smt003)
You'll look good in a hoodie, but only with a nice long sleever underneath! :smt005
Remember, everyone, excess proceeds from shirt and hoodie sales go to Mooch. :smt001
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The money over and above what I pay to get the shirts and hoodies made will go to Mooch. I'll pay around $24 after tax for the printed hoodie, so $16 of your $40 hoodie purchase goes directly to Mooch. For the long sleeve shirts it's around $12 paid for the printed product, so $8 goes to Mooch. I keep good records and am good at math - it'll be clear how much will go right to Mooch from shirts and hoodies well before the tournament. Then, after all registrations are in and all expenses are paid, I'll know how much more I have to work with for both raffle money and Mooch money. I have a feeling raffle money may turn to Mooch money either way, and that'll be fine. Much of this hinges on the grand prize yak we're supposed to get from OK... Cajun, anything?...
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Sorry! It's Gone.
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I had a good idea for a kids and parents activity for Sunday morning. My wife has been setting aside buckets of old shells of all kinds, and she wants them off the property! It's neat stuff the kids and I have picked up and brought home over the years - plenty of abalone, urchins, scallops...etc. I'm aiming to 'seed' the beach below The Tides late in the evening after the potluck (drunken shell chucking?...) - the night's high tide will toss them across the beach and redistribute them naturally, and Sunday morning's low tide will expose a beachcombing paradise of sorts! I won't junk up the beach - just enough to provide an enhanced 'comb. What do you think? Anyone up for early morning smiling-kid-watching? :smt003
Awesome Idea! My 7 yo daughter will love it, she'll spend the rest of the day glueing them as a border on to the Gyotaku she want EWB to show her how to make....I'll bring her barbie push button zebco for some of Montana's and Jack's ideas.
EWB it sounds like you have plenty of ink, what paper should I buy where?
Looking forward to an Ab dive on Sunday..just took the FII level 1 in Monterey this weekend and hit the class max of 66' with time to spare. Awesome class!
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I will contact on Monday and let you know what I get on the kayak. Also working on other gifts...
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Sounds like we have all but final delivery on the Trident 13 for the grand prize. :smt007
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Do I get to pick the color on my new Trident? :smt044
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Awesome! Whatever color you choose I'll take it.
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Do I get to pick the color on my new Trident? :smt044
Hoping for camo, but we won't know for a while. There are other prizes and raffle items in the works too.
Get those registrations in! :smt001
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Sounds like we have all but final delivery on the Trident 13 for the grand prize. :smt007
Oh Hell Yeah!
Thanks cajunman!
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campsites reserved!
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Sounds like we have all but final delivery on the Trident 13 for the grand prize. :smt007
Alright! Now I can win a T13 to go with my T15!
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Yeah right!! :smt005 :smt044 :smt044 :smt044
Can't wait to get up there....thanks again Eric!
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Sincerely,
Jim
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Well, crap. It appears Eric is gone ... I'd imagine this can continue on it's own, if he's so inclined. Anyone know Eric's email?
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Jim, I plan on keeping it right side up this year, so that new boat is mine! Just the same, have that beer ready, I will take you up on it this time!
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so wtf?
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so wtf?
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Anybody know why he left??
:smt009
Sincerely,
Jim
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I emailed him a few weeks ago but now I can't find his email address. I have searched all of my email files but I can't locate him. Could he have just dropped off due to some sort of glitch? Does anyone have have any other way of contacting him?
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Eric has left NCKA. The event will continue and I will be talking to him daily. You still can send the entries to him and he will be around. He is on facebook and I started a facebook group "Lost Coast Kayak Anglers". you can reach him there. I don't know what happened here but you can ask him on his facebook or talk to him in the group chat.
Cajun
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If you know people who want to join in then please direct them here.
All info is either on the Official Rules or the Waiver and Order Form. I'll make the scorecards available on this thread later (maybe around page 50... ), and they'll be available at the tournament as well of course.
Eric Stockwell
PO Box 432
Loleta, California 95551
Let's do this!
PAID:
Abking
bennettdanville
Chadrock
Darius
daviator
Great Bass2
HOLY TOLEDO
Jacks
MontanaN8V
otobepelagic
Pond Poacher
redwoodfox
RonS
sackyack
sctrace
Shellback
Kayakjack
17 so far!!
I will be doing this for Eric till the event. He is on "Lost Coast Kayak Anglers" facebook group.
Please continue to send everything to Eric he will be at the event and is still around.
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Kool Deal...
Thanks Cajun!!!
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If you know people who want to join in then please direct them here.
All info is either on the Official Rules or the Waiver and Order Form. I'll make the scorecards available on this thread later (maybe around page 50... ), and they'll be available at the tournament as well of course.
Eric Stockwell
PO Box 432
Loleta, California 95551
Let's do this!
PAID:
Abking
bennettdanville
Chadrock
Darius
daviator
Great Bass2
HOLY TOLEDO
Jacks
MontanaN8V
otobepelagic
Pond Poacher
redwoodfox
RonS
sackyack
sctrace
Shellback
Kayakjack
Bandi
Saltydog
Bigdog
20 so far!!
I will be doing this for Eric till the event. He is on "Lost Coast Kayak Anglers" facebook group.
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Politics aside, it is still the same event, same friends, and some new people getting into the sport. I cannot wait for GS-5! I got some payback comin to the Cove this year!
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I will be there with my faithful dog and my new custom saltwater streamer flies. I tied a special set just for GS5. :smt007 I call them "Ling Bling".
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Politics aside, it is still the same event, same friends, and some new people getting into the sport. I cannot wait for GS-5! I got some payback comin to the Cove this year!
:smt002 +1 :smt003
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I will be there with my faithful dog and my new custom saltwater streamer flies. I tied a special set just for GS5. :smt007 I call them "Ling Bling".
I'll be looking for yah! I only catch big lings at shelter when your around.
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Got my post card form the peeps at the campground, I am in spot 95 this year! Not too near the back corner, but strategically placed between there and the bathrooms!
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Got my post card form the peeps at the campground, I am in spot 95 this year! Not too near the back corner, but strategically placed between there and the bathrooms!
Awesome. Now I know where to come by and harrass you when I am stumbling back from the bathrooms!
:smt002 :smt005
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Sincerely,
Jim
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I got my postcard too. I will be in #99.
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84& 85 if I remember correctly
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If you know people who want to join in then please direct them here.
All info is either on the Official Rules or the Waiver and Order Form. I'll make the scorecards available on this thread later (maybe around page 50... ), and they'll be available at the tournament as well of course.
Eric Stockwell
PO Box 432
Loleta, California 95551
Let's do this!
PAID:
Abking
bennettdanville
Chadrock
Darius
daviator
Great Bass2
HOLY TOLEDO
Jacks
MontanaN8V
otobepelagic
Pond Poacher
redwoodfox
RonS
sackyack
sctrace
Shellback
Kayakjack
Bandi
Saltydog
Bigdog
VJO.Hobie-Dave
21 so far!!
I will be doing this for Eric till the event. He is on "Lost Coast Kayak Anglers" facebook group.
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:fishing2 Okay guys, I'm in!!!! just mailed off my reg fee & hoodie :fishing2
Tried to make a reservation at Shelter Cove Campground, but got no help from the cook. Does anyone have a campground site map? Do i just book any site or is NCKA members gathering around certain section of the campground?
Now to start getting ready for this event....... :yak
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Just tell them you are with the group, and that you want to be near the crowd. The back corner is where the hell gets raised, I chose a spot in between. I view it is like going to church, I know I am not going upstairs at the end of the day, but at least everyone in the livingroom thinks I am! (my camp might be away from the party, but........yep)
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<<<Site 102 in the hell raising corner :smt044 :smt044 :smt044
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<<<Site 102 in the hell raising corner :smt044 :smt044 :smt044
What is NCKA's definition of "hell raising"? :fire
I would like some clarity on this issue so I can make a sound decision on my site location. Is it:
a) people drinking through wee hours of the night,
b) people drinking through wee hours of the night, extreme loud music
c) people drinking through wee hours of the night, extreme loud music thumping through the campground
d.) people drinking through wee hours of the night, extreme loud music thumping through the campground, with people dancing around the fire and on top of RVs
e.) people drinking through wee hours of the night, extreme loud music thumping through the campground, with people dancing around the fire and on top of RVs and local police are called to maintain civil order...
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food,drink,tell fish stories and get ready for fishing in the morning. No police, some stay up late but not to much noise after midnight.
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food,drink,tell fish stories and get ready for fishing in the morning. No police, some stay up late but not to much noise after midnight.
Yeah dude my wife and 4 year old daughter were there last year and there were no issues at all...very family friendly and I got drunk as a skunk, but was probably passed out by midnight!
:smt005
I'd say option A in your post is the most accurate description!
:smt006
Sincerely,
Jim
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food,drink,tell fish stories and get ready for fishing in the morning. No police, some stay up late but not to much noise after midnight.
Yeah dude my wife and 4 year old daughter were there last year and there were no issues at all...very family friendly and I got drunk as a skunk, but was probably passed out by midnight!
:smt005
I'd say option A in your post is the most accurate description!
:smt006
Sincerely,
Jim
+1
I will not be camping but there will be kids and families in the campground. The people of Shelter Cove have welcomed us for the last 4 years because we have been good for the economy and polite guests. When you attend this event, you are part of the kayak fishing community and what you do reflects on that community and how the people of Shelter Cove thinks about us. By all means have a great time because I will, but remember we are part of a group and we DO want to be invited back next year. One unfortunate event can ruin it for everyone. This is the greatest kayak fishing event on earth. Lets make sure we can do it every year.
scott
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You can always do like the locals and go down to the beach by the boat ramp and party till the wee hours of the morniing.
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GB2 nailed it. This is the greatest kayakfishing event on earth. It is super familly friendly. In addition to the big beach with the boatramp,there is a big sandy beach behind the hotel with rocky tidepools off to the edges. The kids love it !!
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<<<Site 102 in the hell raising corner :smt044 :smt044 :smt044
What is NCKA's definition of "hell raising"? :fire
I would like some clarity on this issue so I can make a sound decision on my site location. Is it:
If NCKA were a rock n roll band it'd be the Jonas Brothers.
And I mean that in a good way, even the wild bashes are tame :smt001
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If you know people who want to join in then please direct them here.
All info is either on the Official Rules or the Waiver and Order Form. I'll make the scorecards available on this thread later (maybe around page 50... ), and they'll be available at the tournament as well of course.
Eric Stockwell
PO Box 432
Loleta, California 95551
Let's do this!
PAID:
Abking
bennettdanville
Bigdog
Brandi
Chadrock
Darius
daviator
Great Bass2
HOLY TOLEDO
Jacks
Kayakjack
MontanaN8V
otobepelagic
Pond Poacher
redwoodfox
RonS
rshu
sackyack
Saltydog
sctrace
Shellback
VJO.Hobie-Dave
22 so far!!
I will be doing this for Eric till the event. He is on "Lost Coast Kayak Anglers" facebook group.
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<<<Site 102 in the hell raising corner :smt044 :smt044 :smt044
What is NCKA's definition of "hell raising"? :fire
I would like some clarity on this issue so I can make a sound decision on my site location. Is it:
If NCKA were a rock n roll band it'd be the Jonas Brothers.
And I mean that in a good way, even the wild bashes are tame :smt001
What about the burning man? :smt005 :smt005 :smt005 Tote won't be there so if you fall in the camp fire drunk... :smt010
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Man on Fire was not a kayak angler, he just showed up :smt001
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<<<Site 102 in the hell raising corner :smt044 :smt044 :smt044
What is NCKA's definition of "hell raising"? :fire
I would like some clarity on this issue so I can make a sound decision on my site location. Is it:
If NCKA were a rock n roll band it'd be the Jonas Brothers.
And I mean that in a good way, even the wild bashes are tame :smt001
i dont know man , redbarn got borderline wild
* M1000 blowing up pumkins along with other fireworks & men running through the flames yelling (i got videos)
*grown men doing beer bong shooters
*shotguns being shot off balconys
* men catching on fire
just to name a few
LOl jonas brothers!
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I'm in! I talked to the big man and will get my money to him this weekend.
BTW - I didn't read all the posts but I read some about Jack being upset about ppl staying for free in the campground. Well, the thing is he actually spoke to my brother and I while we were looking for our friends and sort of accused us of sneaking in for free. We didn't stay at the campground and we told him that . . . .I am not sure he believed us.
It was a chaotic seen with lots of people milling around. It's possible that at least some of the people he thinks snuck in actually did not. Just sayin'.
BTW - I definitely want to crash in somebody's site this year. I will, of course, chip in for the site as well as bringing a large amount of party supplies :)
Let me know who's got a spot . .A-Hulls? I'm rowdy . .but in an almost 40, NCKA kind of way. Think "Permanent Vacation" Aerosmith vs "Toys in the Attic" Aerosmith, lol.
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GB2 nailed it. This is the greatest kayakfishing event on earth. It is super familly friendly. In addition to the big beach with the boatramp,there is a big sandy beach behind the hotel with rocky tidepools off to the edges. The kids love it !!
+1
I'm sure my daughter will be looking for yours to go play in those tide pools again.
Don't forget the pink Red Rider!
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<<<Site 102 in the hell raising corner :smt044 :smt044 :smt044
I got #100. Am I in trouble? :smt005
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<<<Site 102 in the hell raising corner :smt044 :smt044 :smt044
I got #100. Am I in trouble? :smt005
I'm 102 and Topher is 101. It will be a good time. No troubles just lots of fun...
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Man on Fire was not a kayak angler, he just showed up :smt001
Gotta love lurkers that show up, right spooner?
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Man on Fire was not a kayak angler, he just showed up :smt001
Yeah, that dude was hammered by the time the potluck started. HeeHaw
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If you know people who want to join in then please direct them here.
All info is either on the Official Rules or the Waiver and Order Form. I'll make the scorecards available on this thread later (maybe around page 50... ), and they'll be available at the tournament as well of course.
Eric Stockwell
PO Box 432
Loleta, California 95551
Let's do this!
PAID:
Abking
bennettdanville
Bigdog
Brandi
Chadrock
Darius
daviator
G-Whiz
Great Bass2
HOLY TOLEDO
Jacks
Kayakjack
MattS
MontanaN8V
otobepelagic
Pond Poacher
redwoodfox
RonS
rshu
sackyack
Saltydog
sctrace
Shellback
VJO.Hobie-Dave
24 so far!!
I will be doing this for Eric till the event. He is on "Lost Coast Kayak Anglers" facebook group.
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Check is in the mail. :smt001
If my Redding fishing brothers don't make it I would like to share a campsite with someone. :smt002
Anyone need a campmate?
Tad
:smt006
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Camping - before I call for reservations for GS5, anyone interested in sharing a space and splitting costs?
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Brandi,
Andy Baitnbeer and his dad, Kevin brdopry and me are sharing a few spots that we already got reserved.
I just checked with Andy and we would be more than happy to share the spots with you...the boys are fun-loving, but in a nice respectable way. :smt004
Let me know if you are interested so we can get a final head count of who we got so we don't invite too many people to share with us!!
:smt006
Sincerely,
Jim
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Thanks Jim however Tad has already offered to share his site.
See you all there!
Brandi
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Found a campmate, Thanks Brandi :smt004
GS5 here we come! :smt003
Tad
:smt006
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Thanks Jim however Tad has already offered to share his site.
See you all there!
Brandi
No worries Brandi!! Glad you all got it worked out!
:smt006
Sincerely,
Jim
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The check will be in the mail first thing Monday for me and Sonny. Looking forward
to fishing and hanging out with all of you up there.
Jedmo
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All info is either on the Official Rules or the Waiver and Order Form. I'll make the scorecards available on this thread later (maybe around page 50... ), and they'll be available at the tournament as well of course.
Eric Stockwell
PO Box 432
Loleta, California 95551
Let's do this!
PAID:
Abking
BanjoTad
bennettdanville
Bigdog
Brandi
Chadrock
Darius
daviator
G-Whiz
Great Bass2
HOLY TOLEDO
Jacks
Kayakjack
MattS
MontanaN8V
otobepelagic
Pond Poacher
redwoodfox
RonS
rshu
sackyack
Saltydog
sctrace
Shellback
VJO.Hobie-Dave
25 so far!!
I will be doing this for Eric till the event. He is on "Lost Coast Kayak Anglers" facebook group.
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As it stands, I will finish in the top 25!
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All info is either on the Official Rules or the Waiver and Order Form. I'll make the scorecards available on this thread later (maybe around page 50... ), and they'll be available at the tournament as well of course.
Eric Stockwell
PO Box 432
Loleta, California 95551
Let's do this!
PAID:
Abking
BanjoTad
bennettdanville
Bigdog
Brandi
Chadrock
Darius
daviator
G-Whiz
Great Bass2
HOLY TOLEDO
Jacks
Kayakjack
MattS
MontanaN8V
otobepelagic
Pond Poacher
redwoodfox
RonS
rshu
sackyack
Saltydog
sctrace
Shellback
VJO.Hobie-Dave
Zisco
That's 26 paid so far!!
Thank you, cajun, for taking care of this list while I was gone. :smt001
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Still looking for a site to share!
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Gimme Shelter 5 - Annual kayakfishing tournament at Shelter Cove for the rockfish/lingcod opener - May 14th, 2011
Send $25 tournament entry fee (includes t-shirt) plus any additional shirt/hoodie order to:
Eric Stockwell
PO Box 432
Loleta, California 95551
Let's do this!
PAID:
Abking
BanjoTad
bennettdanville
Bigdog
Brandi
Chadrock
Darius
daviator
G-Whiz
Great Bass2
HOLY TOLEDO
Jacks
Jedmo [Past Champ]
Kayakjack
MattS
MontanaN8V
otobepelagic
Pond Poacher
redwoodfox
RonS
rshu
sackyack
Sailfish [original member of GS series]
Saltydog
sctrace
Shellback
VJO.Hobie-Dave
Zisco
28 so far!! [I'll post notes behind the new entries so you can easily see who added and a little trivia on them too]
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I spoke to Jack, the campground owner, today and he'll be in Eureka within a few weeks. We'll meet, and he says he's looking forward to laying out some ground rules. If someone who's staying at the campground would like to volunteer to be the contact and liaison (babysitter) for the club members staying at the campground, I'd be thrilled! Please feel free to email me or call me about it.
(707) 845-0400
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Eric,
I will volunteer to be the liaison at the campground. Give me a call or stop by the shop.
Greg
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Right on, Greg! Thanks!! I'll hit you up this week - print the waiver/order form out so I can get that done for you too.
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I was just adding up additional hoodie and shirt orders so far - looking good! All the net proceeds from that go to charity, and I'm wanting to get as many people as possible all decked out in cool GS5 gear, so bring it, Folks! If you already signed up and decide you want an additional shirt or hoodie please just PM or email me and we'll get it set up.
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Good morning! Thought I'd throw down my seven thousand three hundred and somethingth post so I can see members only fishing reports again! Frivolous Poster alert!!! :smt003
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Good morning! Thought I'd throw down my seven thousand three hundred and somethingth post so I can see members only fishing reports again! Frivolous Poster alert!!! :smt003
Don't make me report you!!!!!
:smt002 :smt005
:smt008
:smt006
Sincerely,
Jim
ps...my check and registration should go out soon....i.e. once I get paid on Friday!
:smt044
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No fishing today but I'm brewing the GS-5 Ale. The house smells like a brewery! This is gonna be a monsterous beer. Twelve pounds of malt! It will be ready to sample in about 4 weeks. The batch should make about 2 cases of 12 ounce bottles.
Martin
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.......I'm brewing the GS-5 Ale. The house smells like a brewery! This is gonna be a monsterous beer........
Martin
Ahhhh, man- that sounds heavenly!!
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The batch should make about 2 cases of 12 ounce bottles.
That sounds like it'll take care of my needs with a couple left over! (what's everyone else going to drink?... :smt003)
Sounds heavenly, Martin! Can't wait. :smt001
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(what's everyone else going to drink?... :smt003)
Dude . .I happened upon a spectacular sale on Hornitos Tequila (remember when I asked you how many ppl you thought were coming?). I hope everybody likes margaritas :)
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OOOOOOOOOOOHHHHHHH YEAAAAHHHHHHH !!!! margaritas are the perfect complement to friends and fish tacos. Right-on brother!! :smt007 :smt007
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OOOOOOOOOOOHHHHHHH YEAAAAHHHHHHH !!!! margaritas are the perfect complement to friends and fish tacos. Right-on brother!! :smt007 :smt007
+1!
I might need a designated walker-homer... :smt003
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OOOOOOOOOOOHHHHHHH YEAAAAHHHHHHH !!!! margaritas are the perfect complement to friends and fish tacos. Right-on brother!! :smt007 :smt007
+1!
I might need a designated walker-homer... :smt003
Screw that, lets just go pass out on the runway :smt044
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I'm sending out my check and waiver form today it includes $ for a xl hoodie. I made the check out to Eric stockwell. Is that still correct?
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I'm sending out my check and waiver form today it includes $ for a xl hoodie. I made the check out to Eric stockwell. Is that still correct?
Oh hell yeah!
I schmooze the ladies at my bank constantly, so I could probably deposit it with "Abking". :smt004
I'm Eric Stockwell. Nice to meet you. :smt008
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Oh hell yeah!
I schmooze the ladies at my bank constantly, so I could probably deposit it with "Abking". :smt004
I'm Eric Stockwell. Nice to meet you. :smt008
[/quote]
English is my second language so I checked the dictionary for "schmooze" and found one of its definition below:
"to talk persuasively to somebody, often to gain personal advantage"
Does you wife know about this? :smt044
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Does you wife know about this? :smt044
At the bank, she counts on it. Elsewhere, I'd be busted! :smt003
Gotta know when to schmooze, Bro. :smt004
Check it out:
This gear was given/mailed to me after the start of last year's tournament, so it was too late to hand it out with the GS4 goody bags. I never had a good grip on who it came from (was it Andy1976?? - sorry for only having a vague memory on this one...). I want to give credit, because I'm giving it out in the goody bags for this year's participants. Please let me know if you were involved in the transfer of this gear from its maker to me, because all I know is it happened at a time where I was done with all my organizational duties for GS4, so I put it aside and failed to remember and acknowledge who it's from (although I thought I sent a PM to who I thought it was at the time...) Thx. :smt001
Either way, prepare for a heavy goody bag. :smt004 :smt004 :smt004
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Them goodie bags is lookin sweet :smt007
How many more days Sonny? :smt002
Tad
:smt006
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How many more days Sonny? :smt002
Tad
:smt006
69 I think, but Sonny's an optimistic counter, so it could be 68 or 67. :smt003
And only 41 days until registration closes... :salut: :whip2:
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I have a wedding to preside over on May 14th and will not be able to make it this year, have fun everyone and see you at GS6.
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How many more days Sonny? :smt002
Tad :smt006
69 I think, but Sonny's an optimistic counter, so it could be 68 or 67. :smt003
You're right again Eric. It's only
66666 8888
66 66 88 88
66 88 88
66 88 88
666666 888888
66 66 88 88
66 66 88 88
66 66 88 88
66666 8888
days to go... :smt003
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Thanks for the count-down Sonny.
Martin
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:smt001
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If I enter twice do I get two of those bags! Thats some nice gear~!
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I was thinking of picking up a second prize boat if we get enough entries, but, no, you can't enter twice! :smt001
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The second set of leadheads look like the ones Andy1976 makes. Same goes for those swimmers, Deadly Duo tackle I think.
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The second set of leadheads look like the ones Andy1976 makes. Same goes for those swimmers, Deadly Duo tackle I think.
Thanks for the ID - I think you're right. Everyone should get lead and plastic.
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I was thinking of picking up a second prize boat if we get enough entries, but, no, you can't enter twice! :smt001
Good thing I upgraded to the 78" Yakima bars, so I'll be ready to go home with two boats!
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Please let me know if I'm missing something but the CDFG regs say that bottom fish opens on May 15th which is a sunday not saturday the 14th. Is that a typo? Any info would be appreciated. Thanks
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Please let me know if I'm missing something but the CDFG regs say that bottom fish opens on May 15th which is a sunday not saturday the 14th. Is that a typo? Any info would be appreciated. Thanks
Yeah, that could be a problem! I went with the best info I had, and I'm hoping that pans out. If not, looks like we'll party Saturday evening and the tournee would be Sunday... :smt012 :smt001 :smt001
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The new 2011 regs are out, waiting one more day isnt't going to hurt anyone but its funky that they would open it on a sunday instead of a saturday... :smt013
http://www.dfg.ca.gov/marine/pdfs/oceanfish2011.pdf (http://www.dfg.ca.gov/marine/pdfs/oceanfish2011.pdf)
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Thanks for the heads-up, BC48! I'd gone into this planning on Sunday the 15th, but I banked on what I thought was solid info about the opener being on the 14th... (thanks, Sin Coast!!! :smt013 :smt002 :smt008)
Anyway, looks like we'll have family day/salmon fishing/diving day on Saturday, then go ahead with the potluck that evening, have the tournee the following day and do a leftover's potluck/award ceremony Sunday evening. Not exactly like I'd planned, but still sounds great.
If anyone who already signed up would like to get their money back just contact me. :smt001
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What an ASS! :smt005
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What an ASS! :smt005
Quit calling PK an ass!!! :smt003
(at least slackers like you don't have any plans to change yet! :smt005 :smt008)
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What an ASS! :smt005
Quit calling PK an ass!!! :smt003
(at least slackers like you don't have any plans to change yet! :smt005 :smt008)
YEAH! He is an A-HULL and dont you forget it! (ass) :smt044
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I fully appreciate that ya'll are humble enough to interpret the word of a noob as gospel. Seriously, I admire your humility. :smt002
Snafu...or intentional misdirection? (it'll be easier to win if everybody goes home on Sunday lol) :smt044
Jokes aside, I was right when I said the season opens May 14th (back on pg 1). But as of like yesterday, the season opens May 15th. Silly me, I ass-u-me'd they would continue the tradition of opening those seasons on Saturdays (May 14, 2011 and May 12, 2012 respectively). I still anticipate the North Central season will open May 14, but whatever...we can have the tourney any day thereafter (I vote for May 16).
http://www.dfg.ca.gov/marine/groundfishcentral/regulations.asp (http://www.dfg.ca.gov/marine/groundfishcentral/regulations.asp)
Confused??? Good, that's part of my tourney-winning gameplan. And also, it's good to have some sort of theme weaved throughout the thread...confusion is a theme, right? :smt044
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"Groundfish fishery regulations questions may be directed to Jayna Schaaf-Da Silva at jdasilva@dfg.ca.gov or 831-649-7196"
I left a message just now with Ms. Schaaf-Da Silva, so hopefully she can clear all this up. I'm all tweaked out on this! :smt010 :smt003
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Well... That gives us Saturday for the swapmeet!
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Well... That gives us Saturday for the swapmeet!
And a "Mod" day! If anyone wants to do some mods on there yak, I could bring some power tools....
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Well... That gives us Saturday for the swapmeet!
Or that leaves Saturday for BEERFEST!!! :smt044 :beer1 :beer3 :beer2 :party :smt120 :smt118 :smt119
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Saturday, Sunday...no difference to me! I am staying in Shelter Cove till Monday! I have a spear gun that will make its debut on Saturday while Ab hunting.
I am holding better chances of winning the tourney. After Saturdays pot luck, the A hulls will all have hangovers and be yaking off their yaks. Chumming is good I hear, so follow an A hull. Just wash down your kayak and gear well afterward..... :smt005
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:smt001
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I've spoken to or heard back from 28 of the 30 participants, and this thing's going down NO MATTER WHAT. :smt001
I'll get a confirmation on the DFG opening day and let everyone know very quickly after I do.
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lol they sent me a postcard with my site numbers 84 & 85 few weeks ago
then this week i get another postcard and it reads " 85?"... are they asking me what site im in? LOL! i gotta call
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I'll be meeting with the owner of the campground within a couple of weeks, and things should be clearer then in terms of what he wants from the group and how things will be structured. As far as I know though, everyone is booking sites already. If you can call back for now and work with them to secure your site that'd be great. Thanks. :smt001
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registration and shirt orders in the mail :)
and campsite reserved for Fri-Sat-Sun
Wife if taking off Fri and Mon :)
See you there
Jim
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registration and shirt orders in the mail :)
and campsite reserved for Fri-Sat-Sun
Wife if taking off Fri and Mon :)
See you there
Jim
Right on, Jim - look forward to cracking a brew with you along the southern Humboldt coast in May. :smt001
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I just recieved my confirmation card from the campground for Fri.,Sat.,Sun, nights but it didn't list a site number. :smt013
So I called over there to see what site number I had,
and the guy I spoke to (Jack I think?) told me they were going to rope off a big section of the CG for the kayak anglers and as we arrived we could choose a site.
This is cool with me I guess, as long as I don't set up camp on a site reserved for one of you guys that have a site number already :smt012
He also mentioned he would be talking to LoletaEric soon
and he was thinking of setting up an area to rinse yaks/wetsuits
and maybe a couple porta potties in our section of the CG.
I'm sure we will learn more after Eric meets with him :smt002
I am getting stoked for my third GS :smt003
Tad
:smt006
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i took a complete 4 day weekend off anyways , figured if i wanted to stay another night ill just pay up
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If Jack has a good plan to maintain organization for the campers in our group I'm counting on it coming with some nice concessions like what was mentioned above, but I'm just the messenger on this - actually Cajun/Greg has volunteered to help work with Jack and the campground, so hopefully we'll get Jack's terms soon and Greg can lay out what the expectations are. One thing that occurs to me is that not all those coming to the tournament will want to stay in the same section of the campground, so I'll address that with Jack. I wish he'd just run it like we were all separate from each other - what's the difference between us being there vs just having a full house?...
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what's the difference between us being there vs just having a full house?...
I may have answered my own quetion here in bold italics below...
GS5 Camping Issues
Today I met with Jack Sanford, the owner of the campground. He laid out the following ground rules for camping at GS:
- He is setting aside a large area in the north-northeast section of the campground for us
- Camping for people in that area is $20 per person per night
- RV’s are separate and will pay the usual fees and have space outside of the group area
- Families or others who wish to camp outside of the group area will pay normal fees and have a standard site – a standard site is $33/night for two people/1 vehicle – extra people and vehicles have extra fees associated
- It’s very important that anyone in an RV or who pays for a site outside of the group area NOT share their site
- Site sharing is what led to the problems last year because Jack felt that, with a large group milling about in what amounted to a common area, he was unable to track whether people were there without paying
- Peer pressure will be vital to our efforts – if you know of someone who hasn’t paid, tell them to go pay their way!
- Water is very expensive at Shelter Cove – don’t waste it!
- NEVER clean fish in the campground – there are fish cleaning facilities above the launch
- Do NOT drive through the campground if you’re not staying there – visitors can pull in and park on the left just past the host (even Eric will follow this!)
- Do NOT check in really late – just go ahead and camp in the group area and go pay your fees in the morning
- Jack is providing a place for cleaning wetsuits and boats – use that area and no other areas for those tasks
- Jack is providing two porta-potties in addition to the regular facilities – keep them clean!
- Check out at check-out time (NOON) or expect to pay extra
- If you want cheap camping then drive up the hill to the forest service campgrounds about 10-15 minutes away
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Next year we will probably have to leave our first born! :smt005
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Next year we will probably have to leave our first born! :smt005
Next year tournament registration may require proof of camping or hotel registration, and we may not have a common area with free firewood, extra bathrooms and a dedicated gear cleaning area...
$20/night/person may sound steep, but he's going out of his way to provide extra amenities for us, and it's way cheaper than a room...
Look at it like this - if two people share a site for $33/night they can have 1 vehicle, and they need to stay within the borders of one campsite (they're not that big). That's $16.50 each per night, and there may be an additional charge to have a boat in your site. So for $3.50 more per night we are being offered much more space, no hassles about number of vehicles or boats, and Jack foots the bill for the porta-potties ($600) and firewood.
I'm not thrilled with this, but it's what we have to work with.
Bottom line is that I don't call the shots for the owner of the campground, so please follow the rules! Thanks :smt001
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Sensative! :smt012
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Sensative! :smt012
Just trying to make it happen! :smt008
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Whens the date again? :smt003
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Sunday the 14th.
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As long as he doesn't blame us when some other f****d up knobheads sh** all over the bathroom.
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Eric, is the group area they are providing separate from the regular sites? Seems like most of us who divulged our site #'s are in the 90's and 100's.
Thanks for all your hard work!
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Jack is no idiot :smt002
I have already paid my deposit on a site and planned to share the site with Fisheducator/Tim and Brandi.
3 different scenarios :
Scenario #1, $20 per person flat fee per night.
3 people for 3 nights = $180
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Scenario #2, $33 per site fee 2 person max. ($10 per person extra)
3 people for 3 nights = $129
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Simple subtraction:
$180 - $129 = $51 saved for scenario #2. That buys a lot of beer :smt003 or 1/2 tank of gas :smt013
If we stay in a site can we still visit the group area or will we be charged an entry fee? :smt044
Scenario #3, $8 bucks a night at FS or BLM CG and no extra frills or fees. :smt004
3 nights = $24
Simple subtraction:
$129-$24=$105 saved over scenario#2 :smt007
Tim and Brandi, what option do you like?
See you there one way or another,
Tad
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Thank you, Tad, for your scenario - you're right. You should consider the extra vehicles too though. I encourage people to check the options out there. I would advise that staying up at the forest service campgrounds is a stretch - it's a journey, and your stuff is all by itself up there while you're down at Shelter Cove. The campground and deli is right in the middle of the action and has always been at the heart of the event.
I need to talk to Jack on this. I think he needs to consider that people want to be treated as individuals and trusted to pay for their sites that way. The space issue - that maybe us with all of our ocean gear and yaks take up more than a site - is likely what we're dancing around here. If he's giving us substantially more space for a little more money because that's what we need then we should accept it, but I don't like the fact that he's already taken some peoples' money and is now changing the rules.
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Tad, thanks for the calculations :smt002 Ya know, times are tough for a lot of folks I know right now. That and the cost of gas going up so fricken fast and early in the year it's hurting a lot of wallets pretty bad. Then of course its also kind of my first real vacation of the year, and really like to hang with the rest of the NCKA crew. But if I can do that during the day, and stay only a few minutes away it's something I've got to consider too.
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Maybe we should have the weigh-in cutoff time @ 2 instead of 3. I know lots of people will be anxious to hit the road, and a later cutoff time seems like even more work for you. But it's just a suggestion. I'm stoked for GimmeShelter5! Thanks for putting up with all our bs. My No-PayHull check is going in the mail tomorrow! (but honestly, it's not a check; it's cash because I ran out of checks like 2 years ago and haven't needed one since...it's friggin 2011 and we have interwebs!) :smt044
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I agree with Eric that it doesn't feel right that those that have already paid are having the deal changed after the fact. I'll likely pay whatever the price is and enjoy the weekend. I don't have to like everything about it to have a great time and I'll get over it.
That being said, my first reaction is to say...wait a minute, groups usually get a group rate, but we're paying more. Were we really that much of a problem last year? I understand that we get some extras such as firewood and a washdown area. Again, nothing I can't get over pretty easily. It's just on the back of my mind.
Here's some math for you. Assuming around 120 people camping. It's a guess from last year.
Old deal New deal
Total People $20 $16.5
Nights Stayed 3 3
Total Revenue $7200 $5940
Difference $1260
Porta potty rental -$600
Free Firewood -$200 I don't know, maybe more
Washdown area Probably free, again, I don't know
It's just food for thought. It's likely fairly close to a wash for Jack.
Eric, I haven't sent my money in yet. I was hoping to send it in for my brother and me at the same time, but he had a motorcycle crash recently and we won't know until much closer to the 4/15 deadline if he can paddle or not. He broke his wrist so he's a maybe. The doctor is saying 6-12 weeks recovery. I'm thinking positive, but if I pay his entry fee and then he's not able to paddle, can he get his fee back?
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I'm down with that, PK - 11AM - 2PM could be check-in time, and we could move the awards up to 4PM and get an early start on the potluck. Thanks for the suggestion. :smt001
Gabe - last year I sent the t-shirt and goody bag to those who couldn't make it but had paid. That's what I plan to do this year too if someone pays and can't make it. I hope that's cool with you, and you could always consider substituting someone else for your bro's entry if he can't make it. This just made me think - someone might scalp a GS5 entry for much higher than the $25 entry fee! OK, no selling your entries, people! :smt044 If your bro can't make it we'll find a way to either get his $ back or set him up with the t-shirt and goody bag. :smt001
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Chadrock - sorry I got busy and almost spaced your message back there! :smt003 I believe the numbers that were being given out were in the group area, but I'm not sure if they have a method. If that's the case then hopefully they'll keep issuing sites within the group area and it'll become apparent whether all of this is an issue.
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Eric, The pot luck on Saturday is a great idea! We might as well have the awards presentation at the same time on Saturday too as I am going to win it this year :smt003
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Eric, I'll wait until his next doctors visit to make a choice. Either way I'm sure we'll be ok with it. Thanks.
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Eric, The pot luck on Saturday is a great idea! We might as well have the awards presentation at the same time on Saturday too as I am going to win it this year :smt003
I love the confidence! :smt001 I'm taking myself completely out of the prizes, Allen, so I'll be aiming to beat you just for bragging rights. :smt004
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Maybe we can do abalone and speared fish at the taco shack at saturday potluck. Then do fish tacos after the tourney on sunday. Either way, the shack will be up and running all weekend. We will be staffed by all ncka volunteers,serving free food generously donated by the sea and the brothers of ncka. :smt001 :smt001
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Tad, thanks for the calculations :smt002 Ya know, times are tough for a lot of folks I know right now. That and the cost of gas going up so fricken fast and early in the year it's hurting a lot of wallets pretty bad. Then of course its also kind of my first real vacation of the year, and really like to hang with the rest of the NCKA crew. But if I can do that during the day, and stay only a few minutes away it's something I've got to consider too.
Yeah, the FS/BLM campgrounds are looking better and better.
Since I have already paid for 1 night/deposit,
I'm thinking maybe staying Fri. night at the FS/BLM CG,
Sat. night at Jacks "Hilton Tent Resort" :smt044 so if'n I drink too much I don't have to drive up the hill.
Sun. night back to the FS/BLM CG.
Also considering arriving Sat. since the RF season doesn't open until Sun., and staying Mon. night to get 1 more day of RF in. :smt002
Decisions - decisions.
Tad
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Maybe we can do abalone and speared fish at the taco shack at saturday potluck. Then do fish tacos after the tourney on sunday. Either way, the shack will be up and running all weekend. We will be staffed by all ncka volunteers,serving free food generously donated by the sea and the brothers of ncka. :smt001 :smt001
If the season opens May 15 up there and the seas are rough, I'll bring a icechest full of rockfish for Friday & Saturday's taco stand. Because the season opens May 1 down here so we'll have a chance to stock-up. Although, it does seem counter-intuitive to bring fish to Shelter Cove lol. Again, this is only a backup plan in case the ocean is rough.
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Chadrock - sorry I got busy and almost spaced your message back there! :smt003 I believe the numbers that were being given out were in the group area, but I'm not sure if they have a method. If that's the case then hopefully they'll keep issuing sites within the group area and it'll become apparent whether all of this is an issue.
called the campground the other day to reserve a spot...new girl...nice but didn't quite know what's what...so I booked a full hookup site #49...don't think any discount was included for being with ncka...no worries...I'm there to fish/drink/fish/drink/fish...oh didn't i mention drink...HA!!!
downloaded the regs...went to get a money order @ USPS they wouldn't break a hundy... :smt009 so check will be in the mail mon....
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Thanks for your efforts and updates Eric! :smt004
Now I'm thinking of staying Sat.,Sun, and Mon. nights so I can fish Mon.
Anyone else planning on fishing Mon.?
I don't want to go out alone :smt009
Tad
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I am in for Monday Tad! I figure we will head back over the hill Monday evening, so it leaves the morning to fish and drop some crab pots.
I may have to check out the BLM/Forest Service campground on the way down the hill. It might be a nice option when I head over there by myself or with friends, I wasn't aware there was one. My "camp" is always contained in my truck, so it isn't like I would be leaving anything unattended.
Jack seems like a good guy, but got very tiresome last year (and the year before) hounding folks wither they had payed or not. That would be a hard way to go through life thinking everyone is there to cheat you.
Too bad the tide comes in so much, or you could just camp out on the beach! That would be sweet (if it is legal).
I am getting really excited! I want to spend some time if I head out for Salmon saturday, marking pinnacles and reefs on my gps. I am really thinking of scuba diving that reef out in front of the Hotel. I would love to see how many fish are really sitting out there. What would be really neat is watch someone fishing, and see how many fish just turn their noses at our baits! I really need to get some blood on my Omer speargun as well!
Anybody buy new gear for the trip? I have the new kayak which will hopefully give me better range, and speed (it is all about hole shot baby :smt003).
Matt
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I am in for Monday Tad! I figure we will head back over the hill Monday evening, so it leaves the morning to fish and drop some crab pots.
I may have to check out the BLM/Forest Service campground on the way down the hill. It might be a nice option when I head over there by myself or with friends, I wasn't aware there was one. My "camp" is always contained in my truck, so it isn't like I would be leaving anything unattended.
Jack seems like a good guy, but got very tiresome last year (and the year before) hounding folks wither they had payed or not. That would be a hard way to go through life thinking everyone is there to cheat you.
Too bad the tide comes in so much, or you could just camp out on the beach! That would be sweet (if it is legal).
I am getting really excited! I want to spend some time if I head out for Salmon saturday, marking pinnacles and reefs on my gps. I am really thinking of scuba diving that reef out in front of the Hotel. I would love to see how many fish are really sitting out there. What would be really neat is watch someone fishing, and see how many fish just turn their noses at our baits! I really need to get some blood on my Omer speargun as well!
Anybody buy new gear for the trip? I have the new kayak which will hopefully give me better range, and speed (it is all about hole shot baby :smt003).
Matt
Sweet Matt,
I Knew I could count on my team mate, :smt002
North Valley Slayers :smt003
Tad
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I like your planning and anticipation of the event, Matt.* I agree about Jack, and if he feels that he can control it better the way he's laid it out, then I hope so too. And, Tad, I thnk there'll be plenty of people around for Monday fishing - including me. Can't wait! :smt001
*I've considered that underwater tackle-watching scenario and how dangerous it would be for a diver that got hooked! You struggle, and the guy on the yak above sets the hook deeper and fights you! So any kind of scenario like that would be under some tight controls. Video of a jig and shrimpfly working along a reef and enticing a fish would be very cool indeed. :smt001
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Pending entrants (29):
check's in the mail. Not sure where I'm staying yet - probably in the designated NCKA corral.
I think Jack has greedy tendencies but I also think he actually is trying to be accommodating. Whether his plans work out in our favor or not is to be seen.
Can't really blame him for trying to make a buck, though. Even if the rates are a little steep, it's still a campground - doubt anyone's gettin' rich off it.
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Tad,
I will also be fishing Monday morning(should be 4 of us in my group). I plan to leave mid day monday.
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*I've considered that underwater tackle-watching scenario and how dangerous it would be for a diver that got hooked! You struggle, and the guy on the yak above sets the hook deeper and fights you! So any kind of scenario like that would be under some tight controls. Video of a jig and shrimpfly working along a reef and enticing a fish would be very cool indeed. :smt001
I think it would be very interesting, but honestly doubt I would do it just for the reasons you mentioned. Tad would think he won the tourney...until he reeled me in :smt009! It is just one of those back of the mind things saying, "wonder how many fish are looking at my lure". John Beath has a video filming halibut and salmon, amazing the number of fish that short strike, the ones you would never know were there. One day I may get one of those little fish cameras, just to fix my curiosity. I would rather film while diving though! I hope the visibility is good this year to get some good abalone footage!
Spent a few hours in the shop pouring baits, casting lead, and powder coating jig heads. Fun to be doing some things again, I really need to start making more time for it. I can't wait to see the new lures Domenic and EWB have this year, and talk shop.
Cajun, I will send you a PM about the lures and gaff.
I have a good feeling about the North Valley Slayers this year! Tad, are you up for the trip out to the whistle and bell? It is time to go where large fish thrive buddy! Hopefully those fish are 4ft and smaller though...... :smt044
Matt
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If conditions are right we'll get on that, Matt. It's all about the WX. :smt001
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Stories from the Cove
I'd like to share some Good Times and informational pieces from my times at the Cove, so I'll add them here vs bogging down the open board with my ramblings. :smt003 I've logged dozens of Cove stories on NCKA over the years, so the search feature is a good source of info too.
Shelter Cove Campground - Ruled by Skunks!
Back in the 90's my family held several Summertime reunions at Shelter Cove. We'd fish, dive, surf, BBQ, drink and enjoy our time together as a family of salt lovers. The days were filled with activity on, in and around the water, and, after huge meals and even more voluminous liquid intake, most of us would crash hard by midnight for sure. I was in my 20's, so I'd either be the first one slurring or the last one down for the count! It was one of those 'last one down' type nights when my college buddy Mark and I witnessed what no buzzed 25 year old should be so enticed with around a latenight campfire where no one is present with intentions of keeping reasonable decision making as a focus.
My brother, about 6 years my senior and guilty in his own right of training me in what some would view as the ways of mischief, had successfully paced himself over the course of the evening - beers, dinner, a few tequilla shots, a few more beers, part of a s'more, and, around 11PM, a comfy sleeping bag on the ground right by the fire. He was in deep slumber - not passed out, but I wouldn't have wanted to have had to wake him - that's likely just my own rationalization coming through, as I may still feel guilty 17 years later. :smt005 We'd stayed at the campground many times over the years, and a tent was part of the equation on every visit outside of those crashin-in-the-cab-of-the-truck type nights when you'd blaze to the Cove in the evening, take in a brief fire and several beers, and get whatever sleep you could prior to the next morning's fishing or abalone mission. So on this reunion we'd all brought tents, but Kevin, that's my brother, had decided to enjoy the unusually calm and windless evening by sleeping on the ground by the fire, as I'd previously described. He wasn't in danger of burning up - it was a reasonable distance and at the proper angle where even if a breeze came up and threatened to stir the coals he would be safe from sparks and smoke. Mark and I were enjoying a few more beers before we retired ourselves, and I remember a mood of contented mirth; so happy to be celebrating a fun day and looking forward to another adventure when the sun would rise again. We gave Kevin shit for a minute as he deliberately set up his fireside nest, but he wasn't having it - off to sleep he went. As we sat across the firepit from Kevin's sleeping form we could see his face; his calm respirations and a placid look of restfulness were starting to bring on our own instincts for fulfilling the requirements of that all powerful human universal, the Circadian Rhythm. With the heat and glow of the fire and half a green label hanging loosely in my hand I could likely have spent the night quite content in that folding chair, but then the action started, and there was no way I'd ever consider sleeping on the ground at the Cove Campground again!
When we were kids in San Jose we ruled the block. My grandmother owned a good chunk of it - there were large Victorians split into rentals that had overgrown yards with forgotten fountains and ancient fig trees, and there was an old shed behind her board and care home where no one knew all the contents, much less how long they'd been there. We weren't supposed to go in there, and it was likely due to old hazards such as rotted timbers and redwood plank subfloors soaked in motor oil. Those things don't hinder the spirit of kids who are ready to discover and rule the world, so we were all thrilled when orders came down from Aunt Gina: find those wild cats and their kittens and earn some cash! We got into the old shed and searched through junky treasures from who knows when and found those kittens - I remember my feelings of being thrilled by that mission overshadowing all of my Mom's lecture about getting scratched up by those kittens! We'd taken on what felt like wild animals, and we were of course victorious! (I wasn't thrilled when Gina threw them in the pool wrapped in a burlap sack, but those are the hard lessons of childhood... :smt012)
Later interaction with critters in the wild, outside of fishing and abalone hunting which are inextricably tied to water experiences instead of a terrestrial challenge, were largely limited to sightings of bears, snakes, and scorpions in the mountains, falcons, hawks, and eagles, and, sadly, roadkill! What kind of statement is made about Americana when many of us have had our most frequent interactions with wild animals on the highway?... Anyway, I've seen lots of roadkill - possums, porcupine, a bear or two - that's always sad, more deer than could be counted in the average lifetime, foxes, squirrels... all of those, and there's one that we all know - the skunk. Odors can create very vivid and unique memories, and a skunk's spray probably has its own dedicated little section within our primal brains. We once had a skunk spray on the back porch of the house I grew up in here in Loleta - there's never been a stronger smell of skunk! That kind of proximity to the real thing makes driving by a skunk seem like sniffing a rose!
My brother lay there by the fire, the perfect example of ideal sleep, and, as I'd said a couple paragraphs back, Mark and I were melting away toward our own sleep plans, when we noticed something scampering along the campground road just out of discernable fire light. At first I thought it was someone's pet, but it was too late, and I've never seen a pet with such a quiet and dainty stride. Before we knew it we were witnessing the funniest and most frightening event of the weekend, as a skunk approached my brother's sleeping form and sniffed his face! Less than 20' away across the fire, and apparently out of the range of curiosity of the skunk, Mark and I were barely able to control ourselves - the desire to bust out laughing was so strong, but we knew that if my brother awoke with a skunk 2" from his nose we might actually be in danger of some kind of brother-kills-brother-and-brother's-friend type scenario! So we sucked it up, stayed quiet, and watched as that skunk and a second one spent some time investigating every aspect of Kevin's unwittingly calm countenance. The skunk show made for a good reason to drain a couple more beers and to zip our tent doors all the way shut that night. I don't think Kevin ever did believe us when we later told him of his incredible good fortune - even though we'd done everything we could to keep him safe, I think he still looked at it like we'd somehow set him up! :smt044
We went on to see what seemed like many skunks over the next couple of nights that year, but they've never been back in such numbers as far as I've seen. Jack and I discussed it the other day, and there seems to be a cycle to it - more possums this year, more foxes next, then skunks...etc. Wherever we are on the critter cycle, I'd advise against sleeping on the ground at the Cove Campground. :smt001
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Great story, great advice. You couldn't make up stuff like that. :smt044
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I haven't encounter with a Skunk in Shelter Cove yet but saw lots of deers came out at night. Thanks for a good read Eric.
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OK Sunday it is. I changed my motel reservation back to the way it was originally booked. Arriving Saturday, 5/14, checking out Monday morning. I'm gonna bottle the brew this Saturday. It will be ready to taste 2 weeks later allowing time to make another batch before GS5 if something goes wrong. This is the first time for dry hopping. Sunday and Monday, (next week) are allocated to clammin' with the Loose Screws team at Lawson's Landing, Tomales Bay. Clammin' in the morning / beer and chowder in the evening. it doesn't get much better than that!
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Thanks, Gabe and Sonny, for reading through my entire skunk story! :smt003
Martin - aren't you at The Tides? They're giving a 3 nights for the price of 2 deal - are you saying you cannot stay for 3?
Just so everyone can be clear on it (hopefully): The tournament is on Sunday, May 15th! :smt001
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The Tides was sold out when I made my reservation weeks ago. I'm at the place next door and there's no free night deal.
Martin
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The Tides was sold out when I made my reservation weeks ago. I'm at the place next door and there's no free night deal.
Martin
Now I remember... Sorry, Dude. :smt009 I'm glad you're coming and can't wait to try that home brew. :smt001
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Funny about that skunk!
Had the same experience in Yosemite in the 70's - awoke to see a skunk sniffing my backpacking buddy's nose poking out of his mummy bag!
About laughed out loud, would've been a bad idea...
BTW: just sent my waiver and check for GS5! Can hardly wait to fish the cove.
I'll be piling into the group area camping on Sat., hope to throw the bivy sack down or just sleep in the car.
Thanks for organizing this Eric!
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Funny about that skunk!
Had the same experience in Yosemite in the 70's - awoke to see a skunk sniffing my backpacking buddy's nose poking out of his mummy bag!
About laughed out loud, would've been a bad idea...
BTW: just sent my waiver and check for GS5! Can hardly wait to fish the cove.
I'll be piling into the group area camping on Sat., hope to throw the bivy sack down or just sleep in the car.
Thanks for organizing this Eric!
I'm glad you're coming! :smt001
Looks like we are very likely to be fishing for salmon south of Horse Mountain on 4/2!!! :smt007
Horse Mountain is a few miles north of the Cove, so we're looking golden as long as the opener goes all the way north to Horse Mountain. (it should...)
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Looks like we are very likely to be fishing for salmon south of Horse Mountain on 4/2!!! :smt007
Horse Mountain is a few miles north of the Cove, so we're looking golden as long as the opener goes all the way north to Horse Mountain. (it should...)
Sweet,
Something to fish for the Saturday before the tourney :smt004
I'm stoked!
Tad
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Looks like we are very likely to be fishing for salmon south of Horse Mountain on 4/2!!! :smt007
Horse Mountain is a few miles north of the Cove, so we're looking golden as long as the opener goes all the way north to Horse Mountain. (it should...)
Sweet,
Something to fish for the Saturday before the tourney :smt004
I'm stoked!
Tad
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Oh yeah, Baby! The salmon bite at the Cove will fluctuate, and I've seen some nice consistent bites in March, April and May. It can be day to day, but there's really always a chance of hooking one. I've had days where every anchovie in the bag got bit, and I've had days where I didn't need more than one chovie because of the lack of bites. We'll hope for the former! It's a fantasy of mine that we'll be out there in numbers and the salmon will be biting good - our group could catch a few hundred salmon!!! OK, OK, let's shoot for "some". :smt004
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Looks like we are very likely to be fishing for salmon south of Horse Mountain on 4/2!!! :smt007
Horse Mountain is a few miles north of the Cove, so we're looking golden as long as the opener goes all the way north to Horse Mountain. (it should...)
Sweet,
Something to fish for the Saturday before the tourney :smt004
I'm stoked!
Tad
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Oh yeah, Baby! The salmon bite at the Cove will fluctuate, and I've seen some nice consistent bites in March, April and May. It can be day to day, but there's really always a chance of hooking one. I've had days where every anchovie in the bag got bit, and I've had days where I didn't need more than one chovie because of the lack of bites. We'll hope for the former! It's a fantasy of mine that we'll be out there in numbers and the salmon will be biting good - our group could catch a few hundred salmon!!! OK, OK, let's shoot for "some". :smt004
That would totally make my day to catch a salmon from the yak. It's on my list of things to do.
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Stories from the Cove
If you know the Cove at all you know Dead Man's. It's a reef about a quarter mile east southeast of the boat launch, and it's the local surfing spot. Popular with long boarders, surf camps are easily spotted in the gulch above the mouth of the creek in the summer months. A good south swell can bring quite a crowd to Dead Man's Reef, and its position compared to the boat launch and the most sheltered water can put it very near to offshore activity at times.
I was down there in street clothes watching my Dad surf around 1989. It was an overcast June day - summery and 90 degrees over the hill, but a nippy 58-60 degrees and foggy at the Cove. The surfers didn't mind the weather in their wetsuits, and hanging out along the beach was more tolerable due to a campfire several of us were sharing. I didn't pay much attention to the fishing scene back then - it was just part of the Cove that I'd grown up knowing of, but I was an easy sea-sickness victim, so I didn't have any interest. Catching a box full of 5-7 pound rockfish and scoring multiple 20+ pound lings was the norm then - it was the case that "bottom fish" was really just a second class type of pursuit, and even salmon fishing on the Big Blue was just a whimsical extension of what was really quite easy along local rivers. I'd been out bottom fishing at the Cove with my Dad and a friend of mine in one of my Dad's friend's boats several years earlier - when I was maybe 12 - and I'd gotten so seasick that Dad had to bring me in and drop me and my buddy Troy at the beach for the rest of the day. I never heard the end of it: "We never did get back on the good bite after bringing Eric in!..."
So I wasn't paying much attention to boats going in and out of the launch area, and the surfers were doing their usual thing when suddenly there was an emergency - some fishermen had capsized their aluminum boat and they were in the water just outside of the lineup. On shore we were aware of a rescue taking place, and we received the victims at Dead Man’s Gulch and got them by the fire and out of their wet clothes. It was a very sudden and surprisingly shocking episode, and I found myself caught off guard by how affected the unfortunate fishermen were. It was quite apparent that their foray into the surf in light gear had nearly resulted in their deaths right there in the harbor area, and I’ll never forget the look on the bearded face of one in their group – he was the most coherent, yet he was in horrible shape – obviously in shock and with hypothermia, he expressed how stupid they’d been to have gone out unprepared (I never did know what led to their capsizing, but they certainly had an air of ill preparedness about them…). What was notable, and I still remember it and refer to it in reference to my own calculated risks in the outdoors and the water environment, was that this fellow who was barely in good enough shape to make a comment after being rescued was the only one in a wetsuit! His farmer john had not kept him from the elements after capsizing, and, even though he was clearly in better shape than his buddies in street clothes, he was obviously re-thinking his decisions about how to face the challenges of the ocean.
I don’t feel right if I’m not ready to jump in the water at any given time. It took many years to develop the knowledge and skills needed for that mindframe, and I know that I must never relinquish that commitment to avoiding the type of fate that those ill-prepared ocean trekkers displayed that day.
If you cannot immerse yourself and be OK for an extended period of time due to your gear and your preparation, you do not belong on the ocean. It’s that simple.
Can’t wait for GS5. :smt001
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I haven't encounter with a Skunk in Shelter Cove yet but saw lots of deers came out at night. Thanks for a good read Eric.
When are you going to start the countdown?
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Check's in the mail...better cash it ASAP cuz I get paid tomorrow!!!!
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Thanks again for organizing all this Eric...I'm really looking forward to getting back up there!!
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Sincerely,
Jim
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DFG never got back to me.
Just got off the phone with someone from DFG; and here's what I think he was saying:
The May 14, 2011 thru Oct 31. 2011 season would have been valid if they "did not postpone the 2011-2012 Groundfish regulations"; and because they did, we are instructed to abide by the 2010 regulations, which states the groundfish season is May 15 thru Sep 15.
Glen
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Can you imagine how a private business would be viewed if they did things like that. Let's see: Our "Day after Christmas Sale" which normally occurs on December 26th will take place on December 25th this year because we failed to finalize the date of this Year's sale. If this is inconvenient for shopping, we suggest you change the date of Christmas so your after Christmas shopping will not interfere with your holiday family activities. ?????
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Thanks for that info, Glen. :smt001 I was bummed about the change at first, but it gave me a good excuse to get in touch with all the participants to that point, and it's been unanimous that all are OK with it. Now I look at it as kind of a cool twist on the event, and a statement about how people who come to GS are coming for the full weekend experience. Saturday's events of getting acquainted at a unique, pre-tournament potluck and the family and friend activities that occur that day will be such a cool lead up to the tournament. Maybe DFG will change it back... :smt003
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Yeah, it gave me a perfectly good reason to take Friday and Monday off!
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Yeah, it gave me a perfectly good reason to take Friday and Monday off!
That's totally what I'm talkin' 'bout! :smt045
The times surrounding the tournament amount to so much. I'm glad you'll be there for an extended stay. :smt001
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Some past schwag, trophies, prizes...
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For one reason or another, I have had very few chances to get out on my kayak this year and I have been inactive on the site for the last couple of months. I've been looking forward to GS5 for a while now, but there is still a chance that I won't make it due to a potential schedule conflict. However, I decided to send in my entry today, so I will do my darndest to make it there.
Michael
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For one reason or another, I have had very few chances to get out on my kayak this year and I have been inactive on the site for the last couple of months. I've been looking forward to GS5 for a while now, but there is still a chance that I won't make it due to a potential schedule conflict. However, I decided to send in my entry today, so I will do my darndest to make it there.
Michael
Right on, Michael - I hope to see you there again this year, but if you don't make it I'll send your shirt and goody bag after the event. :smt001
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Hi Eric - I just downloaded and printed my waiver/sign up for GS5. Will send with my check tomorrow. Sounds like a good chance salmon season will start April 2nd according to Joseph (the current boat launch owner). I don't even want to think about how disgusted I was last year after hooking 6 and not boating any!!! Won't happen this year and look forward to fishing with you soon. I'm almost out of smoked canned salmon so will be ready.
I talked to The Prophet and he is planning on joining us for GS5 also so you should get his check soon.
Don't know if you have seen the nice job they did to reconstruct the breakwater and repave the launch road. A nice improvement for sure. See ya soon, Boogieman
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Hi Eric - I just downloaded and printed my waiver/sign up for GS5. Will send with my check tomorrow. Sounds like a good chance salmon season will start April 2nd according to Joseph (the current boat launch owner). I don't even want to think about how disgusted I was last year after hooking 6 and not boating any!!! Won't happen this year and look forward to fishing with you soon. I'm almost out of smoked canned salmon so will be ready.
I talked to The Prophet and he is planning on joining us for GS5 also so you should get his check soon.
Don't know if you have seen the nice job they did to reconstruct the breakwater and repave the launch road. A nice improvement for sure. See ya soon, Boogieman
I'm glad you'll make it, Dan - can't wait to hit the water with you when the season opens. I'll add the Prophet to the list and keep an eye out for his registration and yours. It's shaping up to be very awesome! I'll be in the Cove tomorrow to start a small project - hopefully I'll have time to swing by to say hi, and at the very least I'll get down to the launch to check out the new breakwater.
Eric :smt001
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DFG never got back to me. Even though they listed an opener date of Saturday the 14th on their website right here: http://www.dfg.ca.gov/marine/groundfishcentral/regulations.asp (http://www.dfg.ca.gov/marine/groundfishcentral/regulations.asp) DF'nG is apparently opening the season on Sunday, May 15th, 2011 - so that's when we're having this tournament. Someone I respect very much suggested that we should have the potluck on Sunday to go with the tournament, but I know some people will have to leave that afternoon. We'll have the potluck Saturday, and we'll have a leftovers/second round potluck and awards ceremony on Sunday. Fishing time is dawn until 1PM, and check in closes at 2PM. The check-in station will be at the launch and no other entries will be allowed. We'll have the awards at the start of the leftovers potluck - around 4PM. That should allow for those who need to bail out and go home.
Nothing will stop this from being a great event. :smt001
Who's in:
9erFan
Abking
AbMan
BanjoTad
BennettDanville
BigDog
BigJim
Bink [Welcome back!]
Bird
boogieman
Brandi
Chadrock
Darius
daviator
Domenic
Great Bass 2
G-Whiz
HOLY TOLEDO
Jacks
Jedmo
Jonesz
kayakjack
MattS
MontanaN8V
novofish
Otobepelagic
Piski
pond poacher
redwoodfox
Rockfish
RonS
rshu
sackyack
Sailfish
Saltydog
sctrace
Shellback
Tiny
Vjo.Hobie-Dave
Zisco
That's 40 of us so far. Registration closes on 4/15/11. Late registration is $100, and you can't win any prizes or get a t-shirt. :smt001
Pending entrants (25):
AaronO
AlsHobieOutback
baitNbeer
BigGabe
brdopry
cajun
crash
Danglin
DrHabanero
dpshim
EWB
fisheducator
FishFarmer
fishinmike
Fish Master1
hamachijohn
Harputmanuki
lucky13
MBYakker
Prophet
Rock Hopper
Sc X factor
Sin Coast
Topher2
yakhopper
Past entrants/Showed interest/Hope to see (108):
agarcia
Andy1976
Ariel Sea
Auburn trout dude
bajareefer
beenfishin
Bigfoot
Bill [free entry, Bro :smt001]
bink
bloodbath
bluefin17
bmb
bsteves
bwodun
Califbill [very nearly won GS4]
chaeki
Dale L
DaveW
Dr. Fektavious
ElDorado
elongatus
exhibita
fantini4fish
finaegelin
FisHunter
FishWorks
Freddie
fuzz
Fuzzy Tom
granitedive
guitarzan
guppyreneer
HobieBlue
HobieSport
Hotplate
iroelikethat
jhfish
jmairey
jselli
JTF..
mako1
Malibu_Two
MANBEARPIG
Marmite
matanaska
matt mattison
mcag
Melissa
mendohead
mickfish
MolBasser
Mooch
Mr.Matt
Nawm
Northern Boy
nudling
obkook
Pacifico
Padraig
peteb
PISCEAN
PizzleFry
PJ
polepole
PORKY
Potato_River
ppickerell
promethean_spark
racinrob
ravensblack
reelfish
ReelKnots
RHYAK
rustic andy
scallen
ScottThornley
Seabreeze
sharky
Shicken
skyboy
slowriprun
snapperhead
solsrf1
Soulhigh831
Spike
SRJ
SteveS
stoggie
striper_slayer
superd270
Surfing Marmot
swellrider
tallpaul
The Walrus
Tigerfish
Timojam
Tote
trophy 1
Tui Chub
Uminchu Naoaki
Usagi
wdwrkr
wilderneshunter
yakuza
yester
Zee
zilla
Zinful1
...and anyone else who wants to come! :smt001 I apologize if I left someone off the lists. :smt001
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A few pics of the Cove today...
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52 days is it?...
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DFG never got back to me. Even though they listed an opener date of Saturday the 14th on their website right here: http://www.dfg.ca.gov/marine/groundfishcentral/regulations.asp (http://www.dfg.ca.gov/marine/groundfishcentral/regulations.asp) DF'nG is apparently opening the season on Sunday, May 15th, 2011 - so that's when we're having this tournament. Someone I respect very much suggested that we should have the potluck on Sunday to go with the tournament, but I know some people will have to leave that afternoon. We'll have the potluck Saturday, and we'll have a leftovers/second round potluck and awards ceremony on Sunday. Fishing time is dawn until 1PM, and check in closes at 2PM. The check-in station will be at the launch and no other entries will be allowed. We'll have the awards at the start of the leftovers potluck - around 4PM. That should allow for those who need to bail out and go home.
Nothing will stop this from being a great event. :smt001
Who's in:
9erFan
Abking
AbMan
BanjoTad
BennettDanville
BigDog
BigJim
Bink
Bird
boogieman
Brandi
Chadrock
Darius
daviator
Domenic
EWB
Great Bass 2
G-Whiz
HOLY TOLEDO
Jacks
Jedmo
Jonesz
kayakjack
MattS
MBYakker [One of the founding 6 from GS1! Welcome back! :smt001]
MontanaN8V
novofish
Otobepelagic
Piski
pond poacher
redwoodfox
Rockfish
RonS
rshu
sackyack
Sailfish
Saltydog
sctrace
Shellback
Tiny
Topher2
Vjo.Hobie-Dave
Zisco
That's 43 of us so far. Registration closes on 4/15/11. Late registration is $100, and you can't win any prizes or get a t-shirt. :smt001
Pending entrants (22):
AaronO
AlsHobieOutback
baitNbeer
BigGabe
brdopry
cajun
crash
Danglin
DrHabanero
dpshim
fisheducator
FishFarmer
fishinmike
Fish Master1
hamachijohn
Harputmanuki
lucky13
Prophet
Rock Hopper
Sc X factor
Sin Coast
yakhopper
Past entrants/Showed interest/Hope to see (107):
agarcia
Andy1976
Ariel Sea
Auburn trout dude
bajareefer
beenfishin
Bigfoot
Bill [free entry, Bro :smt001]
bloodbath
bluefin17
bmb
bsteves
bwodun
Califbill [very nearly won GS4]
chaeki
Dale L
DaveW
Dr. Fektavious
ElDorado
elongatus
exhibita
fantini4fish
finaegelin
FisHunter
FishWorks
Freddie
fuzz
Fuzzy Tom
granitedive
guitarzan
guppyreneer
HobieBlue
HobieSport
Hotplate
iroelikethat
jhfish
jmairey
jselli
JTF..
mako1
Malibu_Two
MANBEARPIG
Marmite
matanaska
matt mattison
mcag
Melissa
mendohead
mickfish
MolBasser
Mooch
Mr.Matt
Nawm
Northern Boy
nudling
obkook
Pacifico
Padraig
peteb
PISCEAN
PizzleFry
PJ
polepole
PORKY
Potato_River
ppickerell
promethean_spark
racinrob
ravensblack
reelfish
ReelKnots
RHYAK
rustic andy
scallen
ScottThornley
Seabreeze
sharky
Shicken
skyboy
slowriprun
snapperhead
solsrf1
Soulhigh831
Spike
SRJ
SteveS
stoggie
striper_slayer
superd270
Surfing Marmot
swellrider
tallpaul
The Walrus
Tigerfish
Timojam
Tote
trophy 1
Tui Chub
Uminchu Naoaki
Usagi
wdwrkr
wilderneshunter
yakuza
yester
Zee
zilla
Zinful1
...and anyone else who wants to come! :smt001 I apologize if I left someone off the lists. :smt001
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Kokatat has thrown in a nice PFD for the prize pool. :smt001
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Check is in the mail, I'll be pulling in at 0dark:30 Sunday morning. Is there a buddy pairing thread going on yet?
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Is there a buddy pairing thread going on yet?
I don't think so. Maybe just check in with some locals on the list. Actually, several locals who'll be there have not signed up yet, so maybe check back in a couple weeks on that - you're welcome to fish with Brandi and I. We plan to get on the water just before dawn. :smt001
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That new breakwater looks great! I am glad they re-paved the access road. I hate it when my wheelez bounce down the trail, I demand a smooth path :smt003
The water looked a little muddy. I hope conditions are calm for the tourney. I loved the water year before last, you could see the blacks swarming on the tops of the rocks! Pretty neat to watch them chase your shrimp flies around. I did well on the perch last year along the break water. I will have to try again this year.
I look forward to your upcoming salmon reports! I would love to catch an ocean run salmon this year. The river has been poor pickings the last few years. The fish that have made it up are in pretty bad shape.
I can't wait for the cove!
Matt
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Tomorrow marks 3 weeks until registration closes. I've given this lots of thought, and it's just not fair to those who got it in on time to let people sign up late, so I won't do it. I'll put up more advisories about it in the next two weeks. :smt001
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Eric,
I like your idea of charging $100 and having no chance of winning any prizes or getting a t-shirt for late sign ups. Just make it easy on yuur self by closing the sign ups on April 15.
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O.K.
Last year I came close - not bad for my first time at the cove :smt003
Now that I'm warmed up - Look out Big Jim :smt044
Sent the check out this am (actually forgot about it) Sorry Eric.
See Ya Soon,
Eric / Yakhopper
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O.K.
Last year I came close - not bad for my first time at the cove :smt003
Now that I'm warmed up - Look out Big Jim :smt044
Sent the check out this am (actually forgot about it) Sorry Eric.
See Ya Soon,
Eric / Yakhopper
I'm glad you're coming, Eric. :smt001
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I was surfing around and found this:
Shelter Cove (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S2cInAlf044#)
A view from The Tides. The potluck is literally on the cliff over the beach here. This is how the water his been the past two years, and we pray that we get it like this or better for GS5. A limit of abs is easy pickens right out in front there in 15-20' :smt001
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So, get this: I saw this on Humboldt Tuna Club the other day: http://humboldttuna.com/smf/index.php?topic=4757.0 (http://humboldttuna.com/smf/index.php?topic=4757.0) where “Sandcrab”, who’s been attending the big meetings, basically says that DF’nG might open the season on May 1st!!!!! W T F??????? I’ll be happy to get more fishing days in, but I wanted the tournee to be on the opener! At this point, who knows when the opener will actually be!
We’re fishing on May 15th no matter what (and I’m hoping to be feasting on the pink prior to that!)
Who's in:
9erFan
Abking
AbMan
BanjoTad
BennettDanville
BigDog
BigJim
Bink
Bird
boogieman
Brandi
Chadrock
Crash [Welcome!!!]
Darius
daviator
Domenic
EWB
Great Bass 2
G-Whiz
HOLY TOLEDO
Jacks
Jedmo
Jonesz
kayakjack
MattS
MBYakker
MontanaN8V
novofish
Otobepelagic
Piski
pond poacher
redwoodfox
Rockfish
RonS
rshu
sackyack
Sailfish
Saltydog
sctrace
Shellback
Tiny
Topher2
Vjo.Hobie-Dave
Zisco
That's 44 of us so far. Registration closes on 4/15/11. Late registration is $100, and you can't win any prizes or get a t-shirt. :smt001
Pending entrants (23):
AaronO
AlsHobieOutback
baitNbeer
BigGabe
brdopry
cajun
Danglin
DrHabanero
dpshim
fisheducator
FishFarmer
fishinmike
Fish Master1
GrahamM
hamachijohn
Harputmanuki
JeffRiggs
JWR
lucky13
Prophet
Rock Hopper
Sc X factor
Sin Coast
yakhopper
Past entrants/Showed interest/Hope to see (107):
agarcia
Andy1976
Ariel Sea
Auburn trout dude
bajareefer
beenfishin
Bigfoot
Bill [free entry, Bro :smt001]
bloodbath
bluefin17
bmb
bsteves
bwodun
Califbill [very nearly won GS4]
chaeki
Dale L
DaveW
Dr. Fektavious
ElDorado
elongatus
exhibita
fantini4fish
finaegelin
FisHunter
FishWorks
Freddie
fuzz
Fuzzy Tom
granitedive
guitarzan
guppyreneer
HobieBlue
HobieSport
Hotplate
iroelikethat
jhfish
jmairey
jselli
JTF..
mako1
Malibu_Two
MANBEARPIG
Marmite
matanaska
matt mattison
mcag
Melissa
mendohead
mickfish
MolBasser
Mooch
Mr.Matt
Nawm
Northern Boy
nudling
obkook
Pacifico
Padraig
peteb
PISCEAN
PizzleFry
PJ
polepole
PORKY
Potato_River
ppickerell
promethean_spark
racinrob
ravensblack
reelfish
ReelKnots
RHYAK
rustic andy
scallen
ScottThornley
Seabreeze
sharky
Shicken
skyboy
slowriprun
snapperhead
solsrf1
Soulhigh831
Spike
SRJ
SteveS
stoggie
striper_slayer
superd270
Surfing Marmot
swellrider
tallpaul
The Walrus
Tigerfish
Timojam
Tote
trophy 1
Tui Chub
Uminchu Naoaki
Usagi
wdwrkr
wilderneshunter
yakuza
yester
Zee
zilla
Zinful1
...and anyone else who wants to come! :smt001 I apologize if I left someone off the lists. :smt001
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Count me in. I had a great time last year so I can't miss this one.
I've always had a submersible VHF but now I'll actually have a GPS and FF on board this year. I'll need some folks to team up with. I hung out with Eric last year and lord knows he can't fish :smt002.
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Count me in. I had a great time last year so I can't miss this one.
I've always had a submersible VHF but now I'll actually have a GPS and FF on board this year. I'll need some folks to team up with. I hung out with Eric last year and lord knows he can't fish :smt002.
Excellent! I'm glad you're returning. :smt001
You can fish with us again - NOT launching AFTER everyone else this year! :smt001
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REGISTRATION CLOSES ON 4/15/11!!!
Who's in:
9erFan
Abking
AbMan
BanjoTad
BennettDanville
BigDog
BigJim
Bink
Bird
boogieman
Brandi
Chadrock
Crash
Danglin [Welcome back!!! Rescue Master ]
Darius
daviator
Domenic
EWB
Great Bass 2
G-Whiz
HOLY TOLEDO
Jacks
Jedmo
Jonesz
kayakjack
MattS
MBYakker
MontanaN8V
novofish
Otobepelagic
Piski
pond poacher
redwoodfox
Rockfish
RonS
rshu
sackyack
Sailfish
Saltydog
sctrace
Shellback
Tiny
Topher2
Vjo.Hobie-Dave
Yakhopper [Welcome back, Serial Tournee Meister! ]
Zisco
That's 46 of us so far. Registration closes on 4/15/11. Late registration is $100, and you can't win any prizes or get a t-shirt. :smt001
Come check it out if you're into it. :smt001
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hey guys does anyone have a yak to loan to a buddy of mine? hes kayaked on the ocean before and ab dives with me so he will do fine out there , just dont have a ya for him..ill tell him to bring yu a case of beer
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I should have a spare yak at the event. Let me check and I will know within the week.
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What's the name of the hotel right next to Tides Inn?
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Checks in the mail this AM Eric.
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What's the name of the hotel right next to Tides Inn?
It's the Shelter Cove Ocean Front Inn.
http://sheltercoveoceanfrontinn.com/ (http://sheltercoveoceanfrontinn.com/)
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I'm staying at the Shelter Cove Oceanfront Inn. Unfortunately, there's no free third night like the deal at the Tides.
Martin
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Checks in the mail this AM Eric.
Now we're talking! I'm glad you're coming, Craig. :smt001
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What's the name of the hotel right next to Tides Inn?
It's the Shelter Cove Ocean Front Inn.
http://sheltercoveoceanfrontinn.com/ (http://sheltercoveoceanfrontinn.com/)
Thank you, Sonny.
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ill be sending my check out this week eric.
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Checks in the mail this AM Eric.
Now we're talking! I'm glad you're coming, Craig. :smt001
+1!!!!
baitnbeer, I am bringing both yaks up...think somebody expressed interest in using one, but can't remember....the BigYak will be there for whoever wants it!
Dude...am I still sharing a site with you or should I just call and make a reservation now that the campground rules are different??
:smt006
Sincerely,
Jim
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Right on, bNb. :smt001
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REGISTRATION CLOSES ON 4/15/11!!!
Who's in:
9erFan
Abking
AbMan
BanjoTad
BennettDanville
BigDog
BigJim
Bink
Bird
boogieman
Brandi
Chadrock
Crash
Danglin
Darius
daviator
Domenic
Dr Fektavious [Welcome back!!]
EWB
Great Bass 2
G-Whiz
HOLY TOLEDO
Jacks
Jedmo
Jonesz
JWR [Welcome Back!!]
kayakjack
MattS
MBYakker
MontanaN8V
novofish
Otobepelagic
Piski
pond poacher
redwoodfox
Rockfish
RonS
rshu
sackyack
Sailfish
Saltydog
sctrace
Shellback
Tiny
Topher2
Vjo.Hobie-Dave
Yakhopper
Zisco
That's 48 of us so far. Registration closes on 4/15/11. Late registration is $100, and you can't win any prizes or get a t-shirt. :smt001
Come check it out if you're into it. :smt001
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Checks in the mail this AM Eric.
Now we're talking! I'm glad you're coming, Craig. :smt001
+1!!!!
baitnbeer, I am bringing both yaks up...think somebody expressed interest in using one, but can't remember....the BigYak will be there for whoever wants it!
Dude...am I still sharing a site with you or should I just call and make a reservation now that the campground rules are different??
:smt006
Sincerely,
Jim
yea bro u gotta spot for sure , i reserved 2 spots so plenty of room
, yea its gonna be my buddie mike who needs a yak , hes a cool cat who will fit it fine with our crew
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Checks in the mail this AM Eric.
Now we're talking! I'm glad you're coming, Craig. :smt001
+1!!!!
baitnbeer, I am bringing both yaks up...think somebody expressed interest in using one, but can't remember....the BigYak will be there for whoever wants it!
Dude...am I still sharing a site with you or should I just call and make a reservation now that the campground rules are different??
:smt006
Sincerely,
Jim
yea bro u gotta spot for sure , i reserved 2 spots so plenty of room
, yea its gonna be my buddie mike who needs a yak , hes a cool cat who will fit it fine with our crew
:smt003 :smt004
:smt006
Sincerely,
Jim
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REGISTRATION CLOSES ON 4/15/11!!!
Who's in:
9erFan
Abking
AbMan
BanjoTad
BennettDanville
BigDog
BigJim
Bink
Bird
boogieman
Brandi
Cajun
Chadrock
Crash
Danglin
Darius
daviator
Domenic
Dr Fektavious
EWB
Great Bass 2
G-Whiz
HOLY TOLEDO
Jacks
Jedmo
Jonesz
JWR
kayakjack
MattS
MBYakker
MontanaN8V
novofish
Otobepelagic
Piski
pond poacher
Prophet
RavensBlack
redwoodfox
Rockfish
RonS
rshu
sackyack
Sailfish
Saltydog
sctrace
Shellback
Sledge [Welcome Back!!]
Tiny
Topher2
Vjo.Hobie-Dave
Yakhopper
Zisco
That's 52 of us so far. Registration closes on 4/15/11. Late registration is $100, and you can't win any prizes or get a t-shirt. :smt001
Come check it out if you're into it. :smt001
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Hope the roads will be repaired before the GS5!
http://www.kmud.org/ (http://www.kmud.org/)
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The Loose Screws can make it through anything Mother Nature throws at us. Our recent clamming at Lawson's was just for practice!
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Checks in the mail this AM Eric.
Now we're talking! I'm glad you're coming, Craig. :smt001
+1!!!!
baitnbeer, I am bringing both yaks up...think somebody expressed interest in using one, but can't remember....the BigYak will be there for whoever wants it!
Dude...am I still sharing a site with you or should I just call and make a reservation now that the campground rules are different??
:smt006
Sincerely,
Jim
yea bro u gotta spot for sure , i reserved 2 spots so plenty of room
, yea its gonna be my buddie mike who needs a yak , hes a cool cat who will fit it fine with our crew
BNB you got room for one more? Not sure the family is making this trip. If they don't come, I will be solo and looking for a spot. Just need room for the truck.
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PM sent eric
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Sorry Eric, but Melissa and I won't be able to make it out there is year. I pretty bummed out but something came up. Next time.
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Sorry Eric, but Melissa and I won't be able to make it out there is year. I pretty bummed out but something came up. Next time.
No worries - see you next year, and thanks for letting us know. :smt001
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The check is in the mail for my brother and me. The doctor cleared him to go back to work soon so we're both in. See you there. :smt006
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The check is in the mail for my brother and me. The doctor cleared him to go back to work soon so we're both in. See you there. :smt006
Right on! :smt001
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Tasted and labeled this today. The rest (46 bottles) will be for GS-5. I'll bring them to the Saturday get-together at The Tides.
Martin
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That's awesome, Martin! I cannot wait to share the special brew with you!! :smt001
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Eric, just wanna let you know that the check is finally in the mail. I'm sorry for sending it out last minute, but I can't wait to be a part of this madness!! :D
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Eric, just wanna let you know that the check is finally in the mail. I'm sorry for sending it out last minute, but I can't wait to be a part of this madness!! :D
NICE!! Glad you are gonna make it up Daniel!!
:smt006
Sincerely,
Jim
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Eric, just wanna let you know that the check is finally in the mail. I'm sorry for sending it out last minute, but I can't wait to be a part of this madness!! :D
Glad to hear it, Daniel. I've actually got you penciled in with good odds as a favorite in the competition! Big Jim can tell you how Rookie of the Year type vibes can work in your favor. Do you happen to paddle a "Big Yak"?... :smt003
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Waiting for the good folks at The Oceanfront Inn to get back to me.
If they have openings for the 13th, 14th, and 15th then I'm in.
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Eric, just wanna let you know that the check is finally in the mail. I'm sorry for sending it out last minute, but I can't wait to be a part of this madness!! :D
Glad to hear it, Daniel. I've actually got you penciled in with good odds as a favorite in the competition! Big Jim can tell you how Rookie of the Year type vibes can work in your favor. Do you happen to paddle a "Big Yak"?... :smt003
LOL!!!
Daniel is a heck of a kayak fisherman and an even nicer guy!
:smt004
Feel fortunate to have gotten to know him over the past year and would not be surprised at all to see him kick some serious butt up there!!!
I'm getting psyched!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Where's the countdown Sonny?!?!?!
:smt002 :smt003
:smt006
Sincerely,
Jim
ps...A-Hulls, clocks ticking fellas send those checks in so you can win some prizes!! :smt004
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Tasted and labeled this today. The rest (46 bottles) will be for GS-5. I'll bring them to the Saturday get-together at The Tides.
Martin
I call 1st dibs on some of that action, I'll be lookin for ya Martin :smt002
Can I keep a bottle? the labels are sweet! :smt004
Tad
:smt006
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Eric, just wanna let you know that the check is finally in the mail. I'm sorry for sending it out last minute, but I can't wait to be a part of this madness!! :D
Glad to hear it, Daniel. I've actually got you penciled in with good odds as a favorite in the competition! Big Jim can tell you how Rookie of the Year type vibes can work in your favor. Do you happen to paddle a "Big Yak"?... :smt003
Not a BigYak, but he's paddling my old Trident. which it turns out, had a lot of untapped mojo in it. Within a few months of buying the yak, he had already caught a handful of fish that were better than anything I've caught in 6yrs LOL! Damn noobs hahaha!
Martin, those look so cool! I need to get 1, please.
But...[grammar police nerd alert]...is there a typo? shout vs shot. Although shot m/b better anyways!
Eric I'm sending my waiver & money today fer realz! The envelope has been sitting in my desk at work for over a month now D'OH! And I'm not sure about the safety boat. If I can convince my dad to tow it back over the hill, we'll have it. But if he doesn't want to tow it...I sure as heck ain't gonna do it = my truck sucks. I just gotta keep telling him stories about the epic salmon bite that awaits!
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There may be a few guys paddling tandems solo with rescue capability in case there isn't a safety PB.
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I will be on a hobie kona tandem, and will have plenty of room if anybody needs help. A life is worth a lot more than any of the crap I will have on my deck.
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Eric, just wanna let you know that the check is finally in the mail. I'm sorry for sending it out last minute, but I can't wait to be a part of this madness!! :D
Glad to hear it, Daniel. I've actually got you penciled in with good odds as a favorite in the competition! Big Jim can tell you how Rookie of the Year type vibes can work in your favor. Do you happen to paddle a "Big Yak"?... :smt003
Not a BigYak, but he's paddling my old Trident. which it turns out, had a lot of untapped mojo in it. Within a few months of buying the yak, he had already caught a handful of fish that were better than anything I've caught in 6yrs LOL! Damn noobs hahaha!
Martin, those look so cool! I need to get 1, please.
But...[grammar police nerd alert]...is there a typo? shout vs shot. Although shot m/b better anyways!
Eric I'm sending my waiver & money today fer realz! The envelope has been sitting in my desk at work for over a month now D'OH! And I'm not sure about the safety boat. If I can convince my dad to tow it back over the hill, we'll have it. But if he doesn't want to tow it...I sure as heck ain't gonna do it = my truck sucks. I just gotta keep telling him stories about the epic salmon bite that awaits!
Eric, Jim, and Pat: thank you very much for those kinds words, I do hope to live up to them :D I'm looking forward to just being there with y'all and having some fun!!
Btw Eric, I just realized after reading all 36 pgs that part of the clothing proceeds will go to Mooch. With that, I'll be sending you a pm with my orders and will send out another check to ya. That's reall thoughtful of ya to help another brother out :D
Martin, I'm also interested in one of those home brews. What do I have to do to earn one of those? :D
Can't wait for the celebration!!
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The quoted lyric on the bottle is an abbreviation of "war, it's just a shot away" from the Rolling Stones Gimme Shelter. I checked the lyrics to be sure before I made the labels. I have 46 bottles, so there should be enough to go around for those who want one. I thought the line was "shout away" too but it's "shot".
Martin
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Waiting for the good folks at The Oceanfront Inn to get back to me.
If they have openings for the 13th, 14th, and 15th then I'm in.
Right on, Dustin. I think there are a few more inns at the north end that likely still have rooms too.
As for the safety boat, Pat, no problem - looks like we'll have a smaller number of paddlers than I thought going in, and that lends to an overall safer event I'd say. We'll have a very high percentage of ocean experienced and very conscientious friends out there, and the team requirement is an important part of assuring that we don't have any incidents where someone gets in trouble because of being solo. If you can convince your Pop to bring the PB though, do it!!! I predict a good number of legal salmon... :smt001
Daniel - thanks for reading the thread - well done! The net proceeds from the extra shirt and hoodie orders (that is, over and above the shirts that come with registration) will be presented to Jim for Team Shicken/Mooch. Pat - you still making that prop we were talking about?! Also, there will be some net from the registrations since all prizes including the Grand Prize yak are donated this year, so I'll use part of the registration net for raffles, and part of it will also go into the check for Team Shicken/Mooch.
This thing's coming closer! :smt001 :smt001 :smt001
Now where's that countdown, Sonny?? :smt003
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Dang you're right Martin...I always thought it was shout too hahaha! :smt005
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Good to hear you are going to make it up to Shelter Cove Daniel. Looking forward
to fishing and partying with you bro. You will love it up there I guarantee it. :smt002
Jedmo
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All right. I'm close to pulling the trigger. Who has a site to share? 1 Toyota, possible small trailer.
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All right. I'm close to pulling the trigger. Who has a site to share? 1 Toyota, possible small trailer.
The campground owner has set aside a group area where you can have your truck, boats, trailer...etc. and he's proposing $20/night per head no matter how much gear you have. You can get a better deal reserving a spot outside the group area with others, but the space in one campsite is quite limited, and there are extra charges for the second vehicle, trailers...etc.
I hope you make it up. :smt001
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...these spots aren't huge.
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So, from Jack's POV (owner of the campground), 2 or 3 people with vehicles and kayaks are taking up more than one camping spot, and that's likely true in many cases. I'd advise to either adhere strictly to the rules of having your own spot, or go into the group area, claim your space, enjoy the common space (gear cleaning area, maybe some firewood...), pay the $20/night, and be happy that you're there and contributing to an economy that's been hammered way worse than most others in the past few years due to fishing season and regulation changes. Shelter Cove is a special place, and the aspects of it that we're there to enjoy will overshadow any concern about the fee - that's why the campsites are so small! :smt001
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Some Cove photos... :smt001
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. . . be happy that you're there and contributing to an economy that's been hammered way worse than most others in the past few years due to fishing season and regulation changes. Shelter Cove is a special place, and the aspects of it that we're there to enjoy will overshadow any concern about the fee . . . :smt001
:smt045 Well put, Eric. :smt004
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OK, I'm in.
Registration and check will go out tomorrow.
Here's another teaser....
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Craig/John - You guys looking for a teammate? :smt003
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Craig/John - You guys looking for a teammate? :smt003
I don't know D - that's a nice greenling and all, but what else you got?
And no points for ground squirrels.
:smt003
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Craig/John - You guys looking for a teammate? :smt003
I don't know D - that's a nice greenling and all, but what else you got?
And no points for ground squirrels.
:smt003
Dustin is good on the pre-derby day but... :smt005 Just kidding. Looking forward to throwing it down with the Sonoma luminaries. BTW, maybe we should have a MBF blast and cast.
Scott
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Salmon prospects look good for May... :smt007
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Here's another teaser....
Let's get a closer view of that beauty! :smt007
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Counting down the days...
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put the check in the mail today :smt002
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put the check in the mail today :smt002
Right on - glad to hear it. :smt001
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I was able to reschedule my two finals. Check in the mailbox tonight. :smt008
-Brian G
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I was able to reschedule my two finals. Check in the mailbox tonight. :smt008
-Brian G
This is a beautiful thing. :smt001
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REGISTRATION CLOSES ON 4/15/11!!!
Who's in:
9erFan
Abking
AbMan
BanjoTad
BennettDanville
BigDog
Big Gabe
BigJim
Bink
Bird
boogieman
Brandi
Cajun
Chadrock
Crash
Danglin
Darius
daviator
Domenic
dpshim
Dr Fektavious
Dr Habanero
EWB
FishinMike
Great Bass 2
G-Whiz
HOLY TOLEDO
Jacks
Jedmo
Jimmy [Midnight Crabbing Brother – Welcome Back!!]
Jonesz
JWR
kayakjack
MattS
MBYakker
MJN
MontanaN8V
novofish
Old#7
Otobepelagic
Piski
pond poacher
Prophet
RavensBlack
redwoodfox
Rockfish
RonS
rshu
sackyack
Sailfish
Saltydog
sctrace
Shellback
Sledge
Tiny
Topher2
Vjo.Hobie-Dave
Yakhopper
Zisco
That's 59 of us so far. Registration closes on 4/15/11. Late registration is $100, and you can't win any prizes or get a t-shirt. :smt001
Come check it out if you're into it. :smt001
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Eric,
I may have one more entry, my brother-in-law; another FNG to the madness.... I will let you know by Wednesday.... and will Express Mail the free on Thursday.....
Thanks!
Glen
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Eric,
I may have one more entry, my brother-in-law; another FNG to the madness.... I will let you know by Wednesday.... and will Express Mail the free on Thursday.....
Thanks!
Glen
No worries on the Express Mail, Glen - a postmark by 4/15 is fine. Glad to hear you're out there recruiting. :smt001
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ok eric , no more BS ill send the check out tomorrow , im printing and filling out forms as i type this! :smt002 :smt002 :smt006 :smt008
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ok eric , no more BS ill send the check out tomorrow , im printing and filling out forms as i type this! :smt002 :smt002 :smt006 :smt008
Kiss that baby for me, Bro. It's all good. :smt001
Get other Andy/FM1 and his A-Hull friends to actually sign up and I'll be stoked! :smt009 :smt005 :smt003
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ok eric , no more BS ill send the check out tomorrow , im printing and filling out forms as i type this! :smt002 :smt002 :smt006 :smt008
Kiss that baby for me, Bro. It's all good. :smt001
Get other Andy/FM1 and his A-Hull friends to actually sign up and I'll be stoked! :smt009 :smt005 :smt003
will do!
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And tell him to bring my Mini-pot with him too :smt003
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And tell him to bring my Mini-pot with him too :smt003
Geez, Sonny, no countdown? What gives? :smt002
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And tell him to bring my Mini-pot with him too :smt003
Geez, Sonny, no countdown? What gives? :smt002
I do the silent count down now :smt003 But since you ask, it's only
33333 11
3 33 1111
33 11
33 11
33333 11
33 11
33 11
3 33 11
33333 111111
days to go....
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And tell him to bring my Mini-pot with him too :smt003
Geez, Sonny, no countdown? What gives? :smt002
I do the silent count down now :smt003 But since you ask, it's only
33333 11
3 33 1111
33 11
33 11
33333 11
33 11
33 11
3 33 11
33333 111111
days to go....
:smt001
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Eric,
Please count me in. Putting form/check in the mail today.
BTW, here's a few comments I heard at recent NCKA events-"Don't miss GS5, What a great time, Dude, you gotta go to Shelter Cove".
See you there, and thanks for all your effort.
Jim
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Checks in the mail! :smt012
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Me with my very firs ab! Pulled right in front of the hotel in ten feet!
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Getting alittle excited.
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Some random A-Hull! :smt004
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Checks in the mail! :smt012
NICE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
:smt003 :smt004
:smt006
Sincerely,
Jim
ps....I scrubbed and acid bathed those two shells for you last night...need to oil them up a little and they will be ready for you!
:smt004
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Was there supposed to be a DFG meeting to possibly change the opening day? I'm just looking for decide whether to come up early or not.
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The latest fishing report from Fort Bragg is that the Salmon bite is red hot at Shelter Cove out by the red can.
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The latest fishing report from Fort Bragg is that the Salmon bite is red hot at Shelter Cove out by the red can.
Thanks Jack. Below is the detail report:
"April 11, 2011 Headlines Looking Ahead to Salmon
Captain Trent Slate of Shelter Cove Sport Fishing went down to the cove to work on his boat on Sunday 4-10, and he reported a “red hot” salmon bite will all of the approximately 15 boats coming back to the cleaning station with limits of big fish averaging 8 to 15 and up to 32-pounds. Slate is very impressed with the action, and he will be putting in the “Bite Me” on Tuesday to get in on the hot bite. John Santella of Pyscho Sport Fishing put in easy limits to 15-pounds on the “Psycho Ward”, and they hit doubles right off the bat near the Red Can which is one mile out from the harbor. The whole fleet stayed within sight of the Can, and all action was by trolling straight bait, hootchies, or watermelon Apex lures. The landing has three tractors operating daily from 6:30 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. with a contact number of (707) 986-0123."
If I were Eric/Abking, I'll take a day off and be at the cove :smt003
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a “red hot” salmon bite will all of the approximately 15 boats coming back to the cleaning station with limits of big fish averaging 8 to 15 and up to 32-pounds.
they hit doubles right off the bat near the Red Can which is one mile out from the harbor. The whole fleet stayed within sight of the Can, and all action was by trolling straight bait, hootchies, or watermelon Apex lures.
Cleanup, aisle number 2, in my pants! :smt044 :smt007 :smt007 :smt007
Thanks for putting this thing* together Eric!
I'll be there Thursday night through Monday afternoon. There's still a good chance RF season will open 5/15. But...then again, there's also a good chance we'll see 10ft swells & 20kt wind....
* = this thing is the greatest kayak thing ever!
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Have not confirmed it but just heard this AM from a good source rock fish opens May 1st or 2nd at Shelter Cove.
Day before yesterday I went out and hooked a nice salmon on plastic just outside the red can. My pole broke about 2' from the end soon as I pulled it out of my pole holder, before I tightened the drag (which was quite loose).
I was still able to get him to my yak after 3 or 4 runs, even grabbed his tail which was BIG. I had not ben able to bring up my downrigger weight from 50' due to the broken pole requiring my full attention. Anyway I tried to net him as he was right against my yak and could not reach back far enough to get my net over his head. I was looking at him and sooo happy I finally had a great salmon. He was 25 to 30# - REALLY.
Right at that moment he swam under me and took a loop around my downrigger line holding him right under me next thing I knew he was gone! I felt like crying! Conditions quickly went down hill soon after so I returned once again and no salmon yet - - - - But that is going to change soon.
Come on back down Eric, we'll have fresh wild salmon soon and finally looks like a good season ahead.
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Have not confirmed it but just heard this AM from a good source rock fish opens May 1st or 2nd at Shelter Cove.
Day before yesterday I went out and hooked a nice salmon on plastic just outside the red can. My pole broke about 2' from the end soon as I pulled it out of my pole holder, before I tightened the drag (which was quite loose).
I was still able to get him to my yak after 3 or 4 runs, even grabbed his tail which was BIG. I had not ben able to bring up my downrigger weight from 50' due to the broken pole requiring my full attention. Anyway I tried to net him as he was right against my yak and could not reach back far enough to get my net over his head. I was looking at him and sooo happy I finally had a great salmon. He was 25 to 30# - REALLY.
Right at that moment he swam under me and took a loop around my downrigger line holding him right under me next thing I knew he was gone! I felt like crying! Conditions quickly went down hill soon after so I returned once again and no salmon yet - - - - But that is going to change soon.
Come on back down Eric, we'll have fresh wild salmon soon and finally looks like a good season ahead.
Sooooo sorry to hear about your lost Salmon. I know you'll get another one soon enough!
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Checks in the mail! :smt012
DAMN! I knew I should have waited another day :smt044
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Eric, I'll mail the check tomorrow.
Rey
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Torture! It's torture I tell you! Dan - I'm so sorry for your loss, and I admire you so much for the way you go for it. I can't wait to get back on the water. Sin Coast is right - we just need to hope for a calm and flat spell and we'll be good to go. The news Dan brought about rockfish opening 5/1 is something I'd heard may happen. It''s kind of a bummer for the tournee, but we'll just move forward as planned. :smt001
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REGISTRATION CLOSES ON 4/15/11!!! Postmark accepted...
Who's in:
9erFan
Abking
AbMan
BanjoTad
BennettDanville
BigDog
Big Gabe
BigJim
BillS [Welcome Back!!!]
Bink
Bird
BlueNative [Welcome Back!!!]
boogieman
Brandi
Brdopry [Welcome Back!!!]
Brdopry’s Better Half [Welcome Back!!!!!]
Cajun
Chadrock
Crash
Danglin
Darius
daviator
Domenic
dpshim
Dr Fektavious
Dr Habanero
EWB
FishinMike
FishFarmer [Welcome Back!!!]
Ghost [Welcome!!!]
Great Bass 2
G-Whiz
HOLY TOLEDO
Jacks
Jedmo
Jimmy
Jonesz
JWR
Kayakjack
LingKing [Welcome!!!! I’m really glad you’re coming]
MattS
MBYakker
MJN
MontanaN8V
novofish
Old#7
Otobepelagic
Piski
pond poacher
Prophet
RavensBlack
redwoodfox
Rockfish
RonS
rshu
sackyack
Sailfish
Saltydog
sctrace
Shellback
Sledge
Tiny
Topher2
Vjo.Hobie-Dave
Yakhopper
Zisco
That's 66 of us so far. Registration closes on 4/15/11. Late registration is $100, and you can't win any prizes or get a t-shirt. :smt001
Come check it out if you're into it. :smt001
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^^ sent mine off yesterday!
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Checks in the mail. One whole day early.
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OK fine !, if nobody wants to employ me, then I say screw them I'm going fishing with my friends !!!! :smt011 :smt002
Eric / Abking, put me on the list, check hits the mail Fri. A.M., :smt003
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There should be a booby prize for first and last.
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Eric,
I may have one more entry, my brother-in-law; another FNG to the madness.... I will let you know by Wednesday.... and will Express Mail the free on Thursday.....
Thanks!
Glen
No worries on the Express Mail, Glen - a postmark by 4/15 is fine. Glad to hear you're out there recruiting. :smt001
Sorry Eric, I will be fishing solo; he can't commit because of possible employment....
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Gimme Shelter 5 - Kayakfishing tournament at Shelter Cove - Sunday, May 15th, 2011 - It was supposed to be for the rockfish and lingcod opener, but DFG has that event as a moving target...
REGISTRATION CLOSES ON 4/15/11!!! A postmark is OK.
Who's in:
9erFan
Abking
AbMan
AlsHobieOutback [Welcome Back, A-Hull!!!]
BanjoTad
BennettDanville
BigDog
Big Gabe
BigJim
BillS
Bink
Bird
BlueNative
boogieman
Brandi
Brdopry
Brdopry’s Better Half
Cajun
Chadrock
Crash
Danglin
Darius
daviator
Domenic
dpshim
Dr Fektavious
Dr Habanero
EWB
FishinMike
FishFarmer
Ghost
Great Bass 2
G-Whiz
HOLY TOLEDO
Jacks
Jedmo
JeffR [GS3 vet – welcome back!!!]
Jimgosc [Welcome!!!]
Jimmy
Jonesz
JWR
Kayakjack
LingKing
MattS
MBYakker
MJN
MontanaN8V
novofish
Old#7
Otobepelagic
Piski
pond poacher
Prophet
RavensBlack
redwoodfox
Rockfish
RonS
rshu
sackyack
Sailfish
Saltydog
sctrace
Shellback
Sledge
SRJ [Welcome Back!!!]
Tiny
Topher2
Vjo.Hobie-Dave
Yakhopper
Zack [Welcome!!!]
Zilla [Welcome!!!]
Zisco
That's 72 of us so far. Registration closes on 4/15/11. Late registration is $100, and you can't win any prizes or get a t-shirt.
Come check it out if you're into it. :smt001
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There should be a booby prize for first and last.
Then I win, probably.
Just dropped my check in the mail this morning.
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There should be a booby prize for first and last.
Then I win, probably.
Just dropped my check in the mail this morning.
Why so soon, you got til midnight (j/k) :smt044
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I just heard RF season will open May15, May 1 or 2nd halibut opens, sorry for the confusion. see ya there
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I just heard RF season will open May15, May 1 or 2nd halibut opens, sorry for the confusion. see ya there
That's good news - I was a little bummed to think the tournament wouldn't be on the opener. Now I'm at least about 92% sure it'll open on 5/15. I'm 100% sure the tournament is that day! :smt001
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Are there any dungeness crabs at shelter cove?
Rey
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Are there any dungeness crabs at shelter cove?
Rey
Yes there are last year I was gifted at the cleaning station and told me he was station at Angeles City (Subic)...
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Are there any dungeness crabs at shelter cove?
Rey
Yes there are last year I was gifted at the cleaning station and told me he was station at Angeles City (Subic)...
Was he on a kayak?
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OK fine !, if nobody wants to employ me, then I say screw them I'm going fishing with my friends !!!! :smt011 :smt002
Eric / Abking, put me on the list, check hits the mail Fri. A.M., :smt003
Tim, Sorry no job yet, :smt012
but I'm stoked that another North Valley Slayer will be at the festivities :smt004 :smt003
Hope to hit shasta with you after my in-laws leave, the salmon bite has to heat up soon :smt002
Tad
:smt006
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Crabbing kind of sucks at SC, IMO unless you have a PB. I crabbed the south area near the radar reflector for nada. I am brining frozen dungies for my cioppino.
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I lost A crab pot there last year, I would like to think the rope got caught in someones rudder rather than getting stolen, ( Not that thats better..)..Or maybe it was the year before that.
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They're still getting crab - we heard the salmon fisherman talking about it on the radio, and lots of people are dropping gear. I'd say have 80' of rope at least.
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I mailed in my registration in time this year. Grumpy will not be there, so may need a team to join.
Thinking of bringing the boat also. Do a little salmon trolling and bring the crab traps.
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They're still getting crab - we heard the salmon fisherman talking about it on the radio, and lots of people are dropping gear. I'd say have 80' of rope at least.
Okay, thanks. I will bring my 2 crab pots and try my luck out.
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It’s April 15th already! The post office is closed! If you didn’t send your stuff in yet, it’s too late!!!
Like I said, those who would join in late, please come fish, dive, hike, play, eat, party, and hang out with us, but don’t ask to join in the tournament. Thanks! :smt001
Who's officially in:
9erFan
Abking
AbMan
AlsHobieOutback
BanjoTad
BennettDanville
BigDog
Big Gabe
BigJim
BillS
Bink
Bird
BlueNative
boogieman
Brandi
Brdopry
Brdopry’s Better Half
Cajun
Chadrock
Crash
Danglin
Darius
daviator
Domenic
dpshim
Dr Fektavious
Dr Habanero
EWB
FishinMike
FishFarmer
Ghost
Great Bass 2
G-Whiz
Harputmanuki [GS veteran – Welcome Back!!!]
HOLY TOLEDO
Jacks
Jedmo
JeffR
Jimgosc
Jimmy
Jonesz
JWR
Kayakjack
LingKing
Matanaska [GS veteran – Welcome Back!!!]
MattS
MBYakker
MJN
MontanaN8V
novofish
Old#7
Otobepelagic
Piski
pond poacher
Prophet
RavensBlack
redwoodfox
Rockfish
RonS
rshu
sackyack
Sailfish
Saltydog
sctrace
Shellback
Sin Coast [GS founding member – Welcome Back Brother PK!!!]
Sledge
SRJ
Tiny
Topher2
Vjo.Hobie-Dave
Yakhopper
Zack
Zilla
Zisco
That's 75 of us. Registration is closed. Late registration is not available.
These folks have stated that it’s in the mail, so we are looking to eclipse last year’s 85 participants by a few at least.
Auburn trout dude
baitNbeer
Bigfoot
Califbill
Dave
fisheducator
Fish Master1
Graham
Lapulapu
PacMan
PigPen
Rock Hopper
ScottO
vwool
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i asked a favor from my wife to send it out a few days ago ...funny business! if its not the water bill its my GS5 payment! keep me updated eric ! women man women! :smt011
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6 more today:
Like I said, those who would join in late, please come fish, dive, hike, play, eat, party, and hang out with us, but don’t ask to join in the tournament. Thanks!
Who's officially in:
9erFan
Abking
AbMan
AlsHobieOutback
BanjoTad
BennettDanville
BigDog
Bigfoot [Welcome!!!]
Big Gabe
BigJim
BillS
Bink
Bird
BlueNative
boogieman
Brandi
Brdopry
Brdopry’s Better Half
Cajun
Chadrock
Crash
Danglin
Darius
daviator
Domenic
dpshim
Dr Fektavious
Dr Habanero
EWB
fisheducator [Welcome!!!]
FishFarmer
FishinMike
Ghost
Great Bass 2
G-Whiz
Harputmanuki
HOLY TOLEDO
Jacks
Jedmo
JeffR
Jimgosc
Jimmy
Jonesz
JWR
Kayakjack
Lapulapu [Welcome!!!]
LingKing
Matanaska
MattS
MBYakker
MJN
MontanaN8V
novofish
Old#7
Otobepelagic
PacMan [Welcome!!!]
PigPen [Welcome!!!]
Piski
pond poacher
Prophet
RavensBlack
redwoodfox
Rockfish
RonS
rshu
sackyack
Sailfish
Saltydog
ScottO [Welcome!!!]
sctrace
Shellback
Sin Coast
Sledge
SRJ
Tiny
Topher2
Vjo.Hobie-Dave
Yakhopper
Zack
Zilla
Zisco
That's 81 of us. Registration is closed. Late registration is not available.
These folks have stated that it’s in the mail, so we are looking to eclipse last year’s 85 participants by a few at least.
Auburn trout dude
baitNbeer
Califbill
Dave
Fish Master1
Graham
Rock Hopper
vwool
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Hey Guys, my wife and i just bought a new house in santa rosa. It needs a buttload of work and we have to be out of our current home by may 15.Consequently, I will not be attending GS5 this year :smt010. On the bright side, we will have a spare bedroom and a swimming pool for any brethren who may want to come visit (not you Darius. I have enough marital problems as is). I hope you guys are able to have a great time without me. Eric, please keep my entry fee as a donation to our brothers in need and pass my shirts on to one of our sonoma county brothers to pass on to me.
Thank you, Jack.
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Damn! Sorry to hear that, Jack. But I'm stoked for you and your new home! If this means that there's a room open at The Tides I think I know a guy who will be very interested in taking it...
No taco stand? :smt010
Maybe you'll work out a schedule to get the house thing done and come to GS too. :smt003
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I got an idea. Throw a BBQ party at your new house and we'll come over to help you move :smt003
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My son has a baseball tournament for his travel team, so the kids wont be coming with on this trip. Kinda bummed, but now I can let the dog out!
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Congrats on your new house Jack. Let us know if you need an extra hand to move. Of course before GSV. :smt003
We'll work for food. :smt002
Jedmo
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(not you Darius. I have enough marital problems as is).
:smt044 :smt044 :smt044 congrats on the new house!!!
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6 more today again…:
Like I said, those who would join in late, please come fish, dive, hike, play, eat, party, and hang out with us, but don’t ask to join in the tournament. Thanks!
Who's officially in:
9erFan
Abking
AbMan
AlsHobieOutback
Auburn trout dude [Welcome Back!!!]
BanjoTad
BennettDanville
BigDog
Bigfoot
Big Gabe
BigJim
BillS
Bink
Bird
BlueNative
boogieman
Brandi
Brdopry
Brdopry’s Better Half
BrianG [Welcome!!!]
Cajun
Califbill [Welcome Back!!!]
Chadrock
Crash
Danglin
Darius
daviator
Domenic
dpshim
Dr Fektavious
Dr Habanero
El Dorado [Welcome Back!!!]
EWB
fisheducator
FishFarmer
FishinMike
Ghost
Great Bass 2
G-Whiz
Harputmanuki
HOLY TOLEDO
Jacks
Jedmo
JeffR
Jimgosc
Jimmy
Jonesz
JWR
Kayakjack
Lapulapu
LingKing
Matanaska
MattS
MBYakker
MJN
MontanaN8V
novofish
Old#7
Otobepelagic
PacMan
PigPen
Piski
pond poacher
Prophet
RavensBlack
redwoodfox
Rockfish
Rock Hopper [Biggest Ling @ GS3 – Welcome Back!!!]
RonS
rshu
sackyack
Sailfish
Saltydog
ScottO
sctrace
Shellback
Sin Coast
Sledge
SRJ
Tiny
Topher2
Vjo.Hobie-Dave
vwool [Welcome!!!]
Yakhopper
Zack
Zilla
Zisco
That's 87 of us. We’ve passed last year’s number of participants.
Registration is closed. Late registration is not available.
These guys are in - just need a few final pieces of info:
baitNbeer
Dave
Fish Master1
Graham
Guitarzan
If you’re not listed above and you did send on time be sure to PM me. thx
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I tried reading through the thread but my attention span isn't there for 41 pages! Need to figure out my accomodations. Will be there Friday morning and heading out on Monday night or Tuesday morning.
-Brian G
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You might contact Dustin/Rock Hopper - I know he had to look around at what was available just a week or two ago. The Marina Motel is literally a stone's throw from the ramp, a spit away from the cleaning table, and a leisurely walk away from the campground or The Tides (where the potlucks are). The Shelter Cove Oceanfront Inn is more expensive, right next to The Tides, has a great restaurant, awesome beach access, and is close to everything as well. There are other inns up on the north end (about a mile from the action) - I'm not sure of the names, but start Googling the Cove and accomodations - you can't go wrong with anything that's along lower or upper Pacific Drives.
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Just ordered 125 shirts and 30 hoodies!!! :smt001 :smt007 :smt004 :smt003
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You might contact Dustin/Rock Hopper - I know he had to look around at what was available just a week or two ago. The Marina Motel is literally a stone's throw from the ramp, a spit away from the cleaning table, and a leisurely walk away from the campground or The Tides (where the potlucks are). The Shelter Cove Oceanfront Inn is more expensive, right next to The Tides, has a great restaurant, awesome beach access, and is close to everything as well. There are other inns up on the north end (about a mile from the action) - I'm not sure of the names, but start Googling the Cove and accomodations - you can't go wrong with anything that's along lower or upper Pacific Drives.
The other motel closer to the Abalone Point is "Inn of the Lost Coast".
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Today mail come in yet?
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Today mail come in yet?
I'll know in an hour or so - don't sweat it.
In case anyone missed this from the GS5 prize thread:
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Maybe you should have a special award this beauty to someone who caught the closest fish to the end of this Hawg Trough (which is 36"). :smt003
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You might contact Dustin/Rock Hopper - I know he had to look around at what was available just a week or two ago. The Marina Motel is literally a stone's throw from the ramp, a spit away from the cleaning table, and a leisurely walk away from the campground or The Tides (where the potlucks are). The Shelter Cove Oceanfront Inn is more expensive, right next to The Tides, has a great restaurant, awesome beach access, and is close to everything as well. There are other inns up on the north end (about a mile from the action) - I'm not sure of the names, but start Googling the Cove and accomodations - you can't go wrong with anything that's along lower or upper Pacific Drives.
The Oceanfront Inn still had rooms as of last week. If not, I MIGHT be cancelling my res. there. Seems to be the most expensive Hotel in SC, though.
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Just ordered 125 shirts and 30 hoodies!!! :smt001 :smt007 :smt004 :smt003
Eric,
I don't remember, but did I purchase a hoodie? If not, is it too late to order one???
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Just ordered 125 shirts and 30 hoodies!!! :smt001 :smt007 :smt004 :smt003
Eric,
I don't remember, but did I purchase a hoodie? If not, is it too late to order one???
Love it, G! You did order a Hoodie - you're good to go, Bro!! :smt003
1/3 of the tournament field in Hoodies! I F#*@in' love it!!! :smt007 :smt007 :smt007
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Just ordered 125 shirts and 30 hoodies!!! :smt001 :smt007 :smt004 :smt003
Eric,
I don't remember, but did I purchase a hoodie? If not, is it too late to order one???
Love it, G! You did order a Hoodie - you're good to go, Bro!! :smt003
1/3 of the tournament field in Hoodies! I F#*@in' love it!!! :smt007 :smt007 :smt007
Sha-Weeeet!
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Who's officially in:
9erFan
Abking
AbMan
AlsHobieOutback
Auburn trout dude
baitNbeer
BanjoTad
BennettDanville
BigDog
Bigfoot
Big Gabe
BigJim
BillS
Bink
Bird
BlueNative
boogieman
Brandi
Brdopry
Brdopry’s Better Half
BrianG
Cajun
Califbill
Chadrock
Crash
Danglin
Darius
daviator
Domenic
dpshim
Dr Fektavious
Dr Habanero
El Dorado
EWB
fisheducator
FishFarmer
FishinMike
Ghost
Great Bass 2
Guitarzan [Welcome!!!]
G-Whiz
Harputmanuki
HOLY TOLEDO
Jacks
Jedmo
JeffR
Jimgosc
Jimmy
JonD
Jonesz
JWR
Kayakjack
Lapulapu
LingKing
Matanaska
MattS
MBYakker
MJN
MontanaN8V
novofish
Old#7
Otobepelagic
PacMan
PigPen
Piski
pond poacher
Prophet
RavensBlack
redwoodfox
Rockfish
Rock Hopper
RonS
rshu
sackyack
Sailfish
Saltydog
ScottO
sctrace
Shellback
Sin Coast
Sledge
SRJ
Tiny
Topher2
Vjo.Hobie-Dave
vwool
Yakhopper
Zack
Zilla
Zisco
That's 90 of us. We’ve passed last year’s number of participants.
Registration is closed. Late registration is not available. Thanks for your understanding.
These guys are in - just need a few final pieces of info:
Dave
Fish Master1
Graham
93 is a good number.
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So I'm looking through the list of participants, and I'm really pleased and honored and humbled. Thanks, everyone, for signing up and adding to this excellent event in the making. :smt001
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So I'm looking through the list of participants, and I'm really pleased and honored and humbled. Thanks, everyone, for signing up and adding to this excellent event in the making. :smt001
No Eric - THANK YOU!!
You do an outstanding job and this has become my most anticipated event of the year.
I can't wait to introduce my family to the cove.
See Ya There,
Eric / Yakhopper
P.S.
WHERE IS SONNY WITH THE COUNT?
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So, is it Saturday the 14th now for sure?
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So, is it Saturday the 14th now for sure?
did I miss something? is the derby now on Saturday 5/14/11?
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So, is it Saturday the 14th now for sure?
No, the derby is on Sunday the 15th for sure!
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OK, then change the title already!!! :smt005
Re: GS5 - Saturday, May 14th - REGISTRATION IS OPEN ON PAGE 21 and closes 4/15/11
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My poor old beater yak is given it's last gasp...got a leak most likely fixable but in need of retirement... :smt009 its caught a grip of fish over the yrs but is sadly going to be put to pasture... and a spunky new "revo" will hopefully replace it...
Does anyone know if there's going to be a Hobie demo day like last yr? would love to try a Revo or any Hobie for that matter...
Or anyone got a beater/loner I could use??? as long as I'm not breaking out the old float tube... :smt001 the Red Can would be pushing it...HA!!! well maybe a Redneck float tube would put it in reach... :smt005
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My poor old beater yak is given it's last gasp...got a leak most likely fixable but in need of retirement... :smt009 its caught a grip of fish over the yrs but is sadly going to be put to pasture... and a spunky new "revo" will hopefully replace it...
Does anyone know if there's going to be a Hobie demo day like last yr? would love to try a Revo or any Hobie for that matter...
Or anyone got a beater/loner I could use??? as long as I'm not breaking out the old float tube... :smt001 the Red Can would be pushing it...HA!!! well maybe a Redneck float tube would put it in reach... :smt005
I'm bringing up the T15 and the Bigyak....think I've offered the BigYak to like 10 people already, but kinda doubt anyone will want to use it once they see it!!
:smt005
You know the mojo that thing has so if you get your hands on it before anybody else does, its yours for the weekend! Course, I'm sure you would rather by styling in a Revo!!
:smt003
:smt006
Sincerely,
Jim
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WHERE IS SONNY WITH THE COUNT?
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Sorry I'm busy working. You don't have to yell (CAP LETTERS). You're worse than my boss :smt003
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I'm bringing up the T15 and the Bigyak....think I've offered the BigYak to like 10 people already, but kinda doubt anyone will want to use it once they see it!!
:smt005
You know the mojo that thing has so if you get your hands on it before anybody else does, its yours for the weekend! Course, I'm sure you would rather by styling in a Revo!!
:smt003
:smt006
Sincerely,
Jim
Bro you've seen my ride...It would be an honor to roll with that Mojo...going to try and repair mine and get one more gasp out of it...taking on lots of water...just don't like the thought of being wayyyy outttt and everything gets topsy turvy....thx Jim...
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Almost screwed up big time! Wasn't paying attention to the calendar when scheduling a doctor appointment for the day after the tourney...let's just say the appt. involves a baseball bat with a camera on the end of it. :moon Not really worried about the appointment but "cleansing process" would have to begin during the tourney while out on the kayak and continue on the drive home. Needless to say I rescheduled the appt. for later that week.
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Now that would be a sight! Shall EWB bring a smaller version just for prep? :smt006 :smt004
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Who's officially in:
9erFan
Abking
AbMan
AlsHobieOutback
Auburn trout dude
baitNbeer
BanjoTad
BennettDanville
BigDog
Bigfoot
Big Gabe
BigJim
BillS
Bink
Bird
BlueNative
boogieman
Brandi
Brdopry
Brdopry’s Better Half
BrianG
Cajun
Califbill
Chadrock
Crash
Danglin
Darius
daviator
Domenic
dpshim
Dr Fektavious
Dr Habanero
El Dorado
EWB
fisheducator
FishFarmer
FishinMike
Fish Master1 [Welcome Back!!!]
Ghost
Great Bass 2
Guitarzan
G-Whiz
Harputmanuki
HOLY TOLEDO
Jacks
Jedmo
JeffR
Jimgosc
Jimmy
JonD
Jonesz
JWR
Kayakjack
Lapulapu
LingKing
Matanaska
MattS
MBYakker
MJN
MontanaN8V
novofish
Old#7
Otobepelagic
PacMan
PigPen
Piski
pond poacher
Prophet
RavensBlack
redwoodfox
Rockfish
Rock Hopper
RonS
rshu
sackyack
Sailfish
Saltydog
ScottO
sctrace
Shellback
Sin Coast
Sledge
SRJ
Tiny
Topher2
Vjo.Hobie-Dave
vwool
Yakhopper
Zack
Zilla
Zisco
That's 91 of us. We’ve passed last year’s number of participants.
Registration is closed. Late registration is not available. Thanks for your understanding.
These guys are in - just need a few final pieces of info:
Dave
Graham
93 is a good number.
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Maybe you should allow 8 more to make it 101 (perfect number) :smt003
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Maybe you should allow 8 more to make it 101 (perfect number) :smt003
Quality over quantity, Sonny! :smt003
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Stories from the Cove
The Ab Diving Tradition - how I came up in the sport.
It was the late 80's, I was in school down at Davis, and I was about to discover a lifelong passion.
Growing up in Humboldt I was exposed to a fair amount of outdoors activities. My Dad had commercial salmon fished out of a dory a few summers to supplant his professorship at College of the Redwoods, and he went on to become a well known fly tosser along the Eel and Klamath. He taught me about fishing - mostly the salmon resource, its lifeway, the problems we'd caused for it as a society, and the beauty of both the species and the dedication to pursuing and caring about it. Another activity Dad partook in was abalone diving. He had some wild stories - blowing his eardrums and barely making it to the top with two bigs abs as he was disoriented; breaking his finger hitting the bottom on a zero viz day; a virtual 'vault' of abs papering the rock walls of a 20' wide hole just offshore at the Cove... I liked my Dad's stories, but I wasn't in to ab diving as a kid. A good parent, I think, uses repetition to drive home important points. I'll never forget how, in the story where he blew his eardrums, he would always explain how, disoriented in 20' of water, he recalled an old timer on the CR campus telling him years before: "If you blow your eardrums you can't tell up from down, so it's important to launch yourself off the bottom and count on the fact that you're going up!" He'd done just that, and that made for a happy ending to the story!
As a young man at Davis my friends actually began educating me about how cool Humboldt is! I'd get all the usual diatribe: "where you from?" "Humboldt." "Wow! Do you grow pot?!!"... The educational part though was regarding the natural wonders of this area. My buddies encouraged me to discover much of what I took for granted as a kid - the rivers, the Lost Coast, the redwoods... My brother Kevin was up at HSU in Arcata, and he got into scuba and free diving pretty heavy. He was spearing lings, eating scallops at 40’ next to the jetties, and ab diving down at Fort Bragg and Shelter Cove. It was around that time that Kevin invited me and any of my buddies who were interested to come to Shelter Cove and learn to dive. Mark, Delano and I packed up in my '87 Nissan Sentra on a Friday afternoon and hit the road for Humboldt. We met Kevin and his friends at Abalone Point, the north end of the accessible reef along Lower Pacific Drive at the Cove. I now know that Abalone Point is deep, surgy, and would be rated as 'difficult' in terms of ab diving, but at the time I was a naive younger brother, trusting my older sibling to put me in a safe and fun situation. Duh! Kevin got me all suited up in a hodgepodge of second hand gear and a tattered wetsuit, and we jumped in to 20' of water right off the rocks at Ab Point. I was in pretty good shape, so diving down wasn't too difficult, but, as many of you know, your first time diving in the ocean brings out an instinctive reaction: fear for your life! As I dove down and swam around boulders and rock formations, the surge would manipulate my body and kelp seemed to be grabbing me. I was scared shitless! My brother employed a tough love type of tactic, "Quit crying!" :smt005 and I sucked it up and kept trying. I calmed down and got more focused, and I found an abalone. Who knows how big it was - probably 8" or so. I put my iron to it as Kevin had instructed me, and I was surprised at how strong it was - I couldn't get it off, and I needed air! I hit the surface and exclaimed that I'd located an ab and tried to pry it off! Kevin's answer: "Well you probably killed it then!" Tough love sure doesn't feel loving sometimes, but I took his point to heart, as he'd instructed us on shore that abalone are hemophiliacs, so a cut from our irons would likely doom the animal to bleeding out. I kept trying, found another ab, and that day I became an ab diver.
Knowing Abalone Point very well now, 20+ years later, it was probably quite a calm day with good viz! What's amazing about Abalone Point is that it's right there along the road with easy access, but it's a tough enough spot to dive and conditions are so seldom good there that it's still the case that there are huge abs and lots of fish - I hope it stays that way so maybe I can teach my son to dive there one day.
If conditions allow, I'll cherish the opportunity to see Big Jim, Fish Master1, baitNbeer and all you other diver-types give Abalone Point a try. You can expect some Tough Love, but it comes with many years of experience and many dives at that spot. :smt003
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Awesome write up Eric!!
I'm 100% down for checking the spot out if conditions make it doable.
Thanks for sharing bro and look forward to seeing you soon!!
:smt006
Sincerely,
Jim
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Nice write-up...I hit ab point with Jack, Joe and Jim last year, it was tough diving that day....would love to hit it with good conditions.
I hope I don't ever put that ear drum bottom push maneuver to good use.
Thanks for sharing!
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They taught us in SCUBA class...if you get dis-oriented, follow your bubbles :smt001
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I was scared shitless!
Thanks Eric! Just returned all the dive gear I just bought and will probably stay on land during the GS5 event...... :shark
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Eric you are the best story teller around. Love your tales and the way you paint the picture.
I was scuba diving in 60' of water off Mission Beach (San Diego) many years ago and not on the bottom when I became completely disoriented. I had been taught (Navy certified dive school for contractors) if that happened it was due to cold water entering your inner ear probably from a ruptured ear drum. Fortunately I remembered the lesson. I could see my air bubbles but for the life of me could not head in any desired direction. I couldn't push off the bottom as I was several feet above it.
The thing to remember is the cold water in your inner ear will warm up quickly and you will be "normal" again - SOON. Just stop swimming (save your breath) hug yourself and wait. In a few long seconds you will recover. It worked for me and I will never forget the helpless feeling I experienced that day and the relief when I could orient myself again.
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This seems like Soooo long ago! My first Ab dive was A gimme shelter three!
http://youtu.be/3ug5hxTAkwY (http://youtu.be/3ug5hxTAkwY)
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Thanks Eric! Just returned all the dive gear I just bought and will probably stay on land during the GS5 event...... :shark
Glen - I say Phooey to that!! :smt005 Another chapter to the tale that I could've shared is that diving is MUCH easier in MUCH shallower and less surgy water out in front of the hotels (near the campground), and there are tons of abs there! (just not many big ones! :smt003)
Dan - thx for the kudos and for telling your own tale - good stuff! (since you survived!! :smt008)
Andy - Gaining experience in diving is relative to the time and energy you put in to it. I'd say you're farther along than most guys who just started ab diving a couple years back. :smt001
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This seems like Soooo long ago! My first Ab dive was A gimme shelter three!
My first abing was a 10 year old carrying the bag for my dads buddy Andy Andregg. Who was in a yellow immersion suit. He had each foot on an ab and was picking abs off the wall of this hole by Pt. Reyes. I think the limit was 6 then and he popped at least 10 limits and you could not tell we touched the ab population. Had to be about 1955, so the statute of limitations is done on the overlimits, as well as Dad, Andy and the others have long since passed. I remember diving at Red Barn when there was a barn, and I did not have kids. Oldest daughter was born in 1973, to put that in perspective.
That was a long time ago.
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My first abing was a 10 year old carrying the bag for my dads buddy Andy Andregg. Who was in a yellow immersion suit. He had each foot on an ab and was picking abs off the wall of this hole by Pt. Reyes. I think the limit was 6 then and he popped at least 10 limits and you could not tell we touched the ab population. Had to be about 1955, so the statute of limitations is done on the overlimits, as well as Dad, Andy and the others have long since passed. I remember diving at Red Barn when there was a barn, and I did not have kids. Oldest daughter was born in 1973, to put that in perspective.
That was a long time ago.
Thanks for sharing that, Bill. :smt001
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Another chapter to the tale that I could've shared is that diving is MUCH easier in MUCH shallower and less surgy water out in front of the hotels (near the campground), and there are tons of abs there!
I wanna hear that chapter; maybe then, I'll go back I buy that gear all over again.... :snorkel
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Wassup guys ! Aren't we going get at least 50 pagesd before this events hits only
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OH Yeah BABY!!! :smt003 :smt007 :smt008 :smt006 Lets make SURE it hits 50!!! :smt002
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Unofficial artist rendering of the GS5 Taco Stand. These are the blueprints of How to Build a Taco Stand, using 4x4s and plywood.
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Just doing my part to get us to 50. Is it too soon to load up the Yak?
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Just want to get some info about how thick the kelp is at Shelter cove and how far do we have to go to fish for ling cod and salmon. Is the kelp thick enough like at Lover's pt that we have to paddle our Hobie's.
Rey
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Easy paddling with no kelp and it is anywhere from a half mile for rock fish to a mile out to the bouy for salmon and rock fish.
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Unofficial artist rendering of the GS5 Taco Stand. These are the blueprints of How to Build a Taco Stand, using 4x4s and plywood.
PAT thats freakin hilarious...character seem to be all ahulls hahahaha (FYI doing my part 50 pages) Side bet fellas?
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Just want to get some info about how thick the kelp is at Shelter cove and how far do we have to go to fish for ling cod and salmon. Is the kelp thick enough like at Lover's pt that we have to paddle our Hobie's.
Rey
Jacks is right - there's not much kelp at all until summer and even then it's nothing compared to places down south.
Rockfish and lings can be caught within about 100 yards of the launch!!! That's no shit, but of course the best fishing is from about 1/2 mile south of the launch arching across the reef to about 1.5 miles southwest of the launch.
50 pages... That's child's play!! :smt005
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What was last years total??? :smt002
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What was last years total??? :smt002
It's 60 pages!
http://www.norcalkayakanglers.com/index.php/topic,22208.885.html (http://www.norcalkayakanglers.com/index.php/topic,22208.885.html)
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What was last years total??? :smt002
It's 60 pages!
http://www.norcalkayakanglers.com/index.php/topic,22208.885.html (http://www.norcalkayakanglers.com/index.php/topic,22208.885.html)
Shoot, better get CRACK-A-Lacking then if were gonna out do last year!!! COME ON GUYS!!!
There is ONLY 17 days, 10 hours, 29 minutes and 52 seconds left!!!! :smt044
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Damn! I was just going to compliment Al for being so precise.
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Damn! I was just going to compliment Al for being so precise.
How could he? The second that he posted the time, it's already passed that precise moment! :smt003
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I adjusted for that :smt002
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I haven't check for the tide but I'd love to rockpick for some abs when time permits. Looking forward to hanging out with our Northern NCKA bros. Still making
some list for this trip and even then I'm sure I'll forget something. :smt005
Jedmo
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Jedmo, We'll get you in the water this year so you can feel like you are a free diver if it is nice conditions
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Jedmo, We'll get you in the water this year so you can feel like you are a free diver if it is nice conditions
I would love to do it too..Jed let do it together...
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I don't dive and haven't gotten the Ab card but is rock picking something I could/should be doing? Diving seems like a great activity but I'm not ready to learn an activity like this at this point in my life. What equipment would be needed to rock pick at GS5? Should I leave this activity for the divers and hope the Bro's will share the bounty? I seem to remember eating some amazing abalone last year and I know I didn't dive or rock pick. Maybe I can trade some home brew for some tasty abs.
Martin
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Jedmo, We'll get you in the water this year so you can feel like you are a free diver if it is nice conditions
I would love to do it too..Jed let do it together...
Dang, can we have 3 newbie Pinoys in the water at the same time? :smt001 I was going to ask too but I don't know if they can handle all 3 of us getting excited with our 7" abalone.
Rey
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I don't dive and haven't gotten the Ab card but is rock picking something I could/should be doing? Diving seems like a great activity but I'm not ready to learn an activity like this at this point in my life. What equipment would be needed to rock pick at GS5? Should I leave this activity for the divers and hope the Bro's will share the bounty? I seem to remember eating some amazing abalone last year and I know I didn't dive or rock pick. Maybe I can trade some home brew for some tasty abs.
Martin
I promise you'll have some Ab's meat.
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Unofficial artist rendering of the GS5 Taco Stand. These are the blueprints of How to Build a Taco Stand, using 4x4s and plywood.
LMFAO! :smt044 :smt044 :smt044 :smt044 :smt044 :smt044 :smt044 :smt044 :smt044
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Jedmo, We'll get you in the water this year so you can feel like you are a free diver if it is nice conditions
I would love to do it too..Jed let do it together...
Dang, can we have 3 newbie Pinoys in the water at the same time? :smt001 I was going to ask too but I don't know if they can handle all 3 of us getting excited with our 7" abalone.
Rey
Can I be #4?
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16 days
399 hours
23973 minutes
1438395 seconds
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Hey Al! Will you be making my favorite dessert? :smt003 Dude, you make the best peach cobbler pie.
Jedmo
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Picked up some goodies today. :smt003
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Sweeeeet!!! :smt007
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Sweeeeet!!! :smt007
+1
BTW - Sonny,
You'r doing a horable job on the count down :smt005
15-Days to GS-5
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BTW - Sonny,
You'r doing a horable job on the count down :smt005
15-Days to GS-5
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But at least I don't get the count wrong! It's only 14 days according to my count :smt003
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I love it Eric. Good choice on the color. :smt002
Jedmo
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Nice job Eric, shirts look great, thanks, can't wait..... :smt002
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15 days
373 hours
22432 minutes
1345973 seconds
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I am so worthless thinking about bent rods and screaming reels!
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The wife gave me the clearance to get a new Revolution for the tourney!!!!!! It's on now.
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The wife gave me the clearance to get a new Revolution for the tourney!!!!!! It's on now.
Damn you got a keeper bro, I have 2 neither wants me to get another YAK :smt044 :smt044
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The wife gave me the clearance to get a new Revolution for the tourney!!!!!! It's on now.
Damn you got a keeper bro, I have 2 neither wants me to get another YAK :smt044 :smt044
That's your problem, you have 1 too many! :smt044
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BTW - Sonny,
You'r doing a horable job on the count down :smt005
15-Days to GS-5
But at least I don't get the count wrong! It's only 14 days according to my count :smt003
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Check the date of the event - May 15 - Today is April 29 - You do the math :smt003
Of course if you count till I head out than that would only be 13 Days for me.
Than again if you count how many productive days I have left until the event than we are talking a much lower number :smt044
Than again if you figure ..........
See Ya There,
Eric / Yakhopper
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That's your problem, you have 1 too many! :smt044
Thats what she said... :smt044 :smt044
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Shirt ink: Fish Blood Red!!!!!!!!!! :smt003 :smt003 :smt003 :smt003 :smt003 :smt003 :smt003 :smt003
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Shirt ink: Fish Blood Red!!!!!!!!!! :smt003 :smt003 :smt003 :smt003 :smt003 :smt003 :smt003 :smt003
(http://i55.photobucket.com/albums/g155/emmasdadwsca/thumbs_up_smiley.gif)
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I will donate a new, in box ice fishing ice auger for the prize list.
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I will donate a new, in box ice fishing ice auger for the prize list.
Dude, we're not having the tournee at Kaples in January! :smt005
I guess that means you're coming?
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This is the list of competitors:
9erFan
Abking
AbMan
AlsHobieOutback
Auburn trout dude
baitNbeer
BanjoTad
BennettDanville
BigDog
Bigfoot
Big Gabe
BigJim
BillS
Bink
Bird
BlueNative
boogieman
Brandi
Brdopry
Brdopry’s Better Half
BrianG
Cajun
Califbill
Chadrock
Crash
Danglin
Darius
Dave
daviator
Domenic
dpshim
Dr Fektavious
Dr Habanero
El Dorado
EWB
fisheducator
FishFarmer
FishinMike
Fish Master1
Ghost
Graham
Great Bass 2
Guitarzan
G-Whiz
Harputmanuki
HOLY TOLEDO
Jacks
Jedmo
JeffR
Jimgosc
Jimmy
JonD
Jonesz
JWR
Kayakjack
Lapulapu
LingKing
Matanaska
MattS
MBYakker
MJN
MontanaN8V
novofish
Old#7
Otobepelagic
PacMan
PigPen
Piski
pond poacher
Prophet
RavensBlack
redwoodfox
Rockfish
Rock Hopper
RonS
rshu
sackyack
Sailfish
Saltydog
ScottO
sctrace
Shellback
Sin Coast
Sledge
SRJ
Tiny
Topher2
Vjo.Hobie-Dave
vwool
Yakhopper
Zack
Zilla
Zisco
That's 93 of us. We’ve passed last year’s number of participants.
Registration is closed. Late registration is not available. Thanks for your understanding.
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Yeah I'm bringing the wife and boat. I didn't enter the competition this year because I want to focus on diving and hanging out with the wife. My wife wants to fish from the boat. I'll bring food and a prize though. I'll bring the yak too.
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Yeah I'm bringing the wife and boat. I didn't enter the competition this year because I want to focus on diving and hanging out with the wife. My wife wants to fish from the boat. I'll bring food and a prize though. I'll bring the yak too.
Right on - I'm glad you two are coming. Bring the auger to the awards potluck Sunday afternoon - I'll be short on space.
thx, Merv.
Eric
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The wife gave me the clearance to get a new Revolution for the tourney!!!!!! It's on now.
Damn you got a keeper bro, I have 2 neither wants me to get another YAK
I know I've been out of touch for a while, Darius, but you've acquired *another* wife? You are a very brave man. :smt003
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Salutations to one and all brothers.Sorry I havent chimmed in till now,Ive been on the fence and am now committed to be there.Ive bin reading every page with a huge grinn on my face all along.Eric chu da man man and Gracias for your efforts and everyone elses.Im looking forward to seen all my NCKA brothers soon.And by the way Happy Hookers kick Ass,look AOTY results,Congrats fellas .Bird ,another Salmon?,O2B the favorite or patrick?Is this Salty Dogs year ?and dont bet againt Ravensblack .Its going to be a blast!!!
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Is anyone going to be there Friday in time to dive?
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Is anyone going to be there Friday in time to dive?
Maybe??? If it works out it would late afternoon. I'd love to be able to supply the Taco stand with some fresh fillets.
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now committed to be there
Sweet! I hope to see you pre-dawn like two years back and we'll paddle out into the thick fog and swell again?
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I've created a scoreboard that has me excited, and I finished up a deal with Lost Coast Tackle for more sweet jig heads for the tournament packets - everyone will get a brand new jig head plus a bonus piece of tackle: swim bait or 2nd jig head. Add to that my annual tradition, the Hawg Trough Extension, and you have a decent offering along with the t-shirt, rules and a scorecard. The check-in will be at the launch from 11AM to 2PM, and no entries will be allowed after that. We'll have awards and potluck at The Tides Inn starting at 3:30PM. It looks like we'll have enough prizes for the top 10, and maybe some raffle money after that for all competitors. :smt001
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Time until Sunday, May 15, 2011
12 DAYS!!!!
299 hours
17959 minutes
1077567 seconds
I CANT WAIT FOR GMS5!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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Salutations to one and all brothers.Sorry I havent chimmed in till now,Ive been on the fence and am now committed to be there.Ive bin reading every page with a huge grinn on my face all along.Eric chu da man man and Gracias for your efforts and everyone elses.Im looking forward to seen all my NCKA brothers soon.And by the way Happy Hookers kick Ass,look AOTY results,Congrats fellas .Bird ,another Salmon?,O2B the favorite or patrick?Is this Salty Dogs year ?and dont bet againt Ravensblack .Its going to be a blast!!!
hell yea gabe!! looking forward to partying with ya again!
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Salutations to one and all brothers.Sorry I havent chimmed in till now,Ive been on the fence and am now committed to be there.Ive bin reading every page with a huge grinn on my face all along.Eric chu da man man and Gracias for your efforts and everyone elses.Im looking forward to seen all my NCKA brothers soon.And by the way Happy Hookers kick Ass,look AOTY results,Congrats fellas .Bird ,another Salmon?,O2B the favorite or patrick?Is this Salty Dogs year ?and dont bet againt Ravensblack .Its going to be a blast!!!
hell yea gabe!! looking forward to partying with ya again!
Don't forget the Bud Light Lime hermano! :smt002 :smt003 :smt005 :smt044
Looking forward to seeing you soon buddy!
:smt006
Sincerely,
Jim
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WOW,
Only 47 pages so far - I know we can do better :smt005
OK,
I'm going a little stir crazy since I had to miss the opener at SWS and save the WAF for GS-5
SSSSSSOOOOOOOOOOOOO:
WHERE'S THE COUNTDOWN?
It helps me through this tough time :smt044
See Ya There,
Eric / Yakhopper
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Only 10 more days for most people to hit the road for the GS5! (9 for some early birds :smt003)
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Is anyone going to be there Friday in time to dive?
Don't do it!!!! Diving on Friday the 13th is just asking for trouble! :smt044
I will be diving on the 14th though ...
See you up there
JImbo :smt006
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Man I can't wait to use EWB's rockfish lures. I hope it will catch some winning fish. :smt003
Jedmo
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After all the rockfish post, I am having a meltdown..if only I can pull days...I wish GS5 is this weekend already...
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After all the rockfish post, I am having a meltdown..if only I can pull days...I wish GS5 is this weekend already...
Deep breath, Darius. Oooooooohhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhmmmmmmmmmmmmm. :smt004
I'm getting pretty cuckoo myself... :smt003
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After all the rockfish post, I am having a meltdown..if only I can pull days...I wish GS5 is this weekend already...
Deep breath, Darius. Oooooooohhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhmmmmmmmmmmmmm. :smt004
I'm getting pretty cuckoo myself... :smt003
WHOOOOOOSSSSSSSSAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH
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Accuweather long range forecast for 'Da Cove:
Temperature History for May 15:
Forecast Normal Record May 15, 2010
High 70° 60° 80° in 2008 56°
Low 55° 48° 41° in 1985 49°
DAMN!!! :smt007 70° sure sounds a lot better than last years 56°!!! :smt003
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This is serious shit! I don't want to jinx us or get anyone's hopes up early, but I'm starting to get long range pictures of conditions for the tournament. Next Wednesday the ocean is forecast to be down - let's hope that trend lasts, and I'll update here each day with what the long term forecast says. Cross your F#*(ing fingers!!!! :smt005
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**prays **
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Man I can't wait to use EWB's rockfish lures. I hope it will catch some winning fish. :smt003
Jedmo
I am going to double the price if you win!
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Man I can't wait to use EWB's rockfish lures. I hope it will catch some winning fish. :smt003
Jedmo
I am going to double the price if you win!
I see how it is :smt002 First a taste, then you jack up the price of the goods eh? :smt009
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I don't want to jinx us
uuh... I hope you just didn't...
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Ok ,game on Im startin to get my s#3# togheder and am thinkin Im going to focus in on Salmon on Saturday ,Im going to reread some of the teck niquies from the arkives,any one wanta share somethin new?Getting stoked to see my bros ,sooon sooooon!!
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Hey Gabe, just bring the beers and relax. :smt005 :smt005 We're going to get some Uni right bro? :smt002
Jedmo
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Time until Sunday, May 15, 2011
10 days
252 hours
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Man I can't wait to use EWB's rockfish lures. I hope it will catch some winning fish. :smt003
Jedmo
I am going to double the price if you win!
I see how it is :smt002 First a taste, then you jack up the price of the goods eh? :smt009
the crack method!
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So I recently found out that I WILL be able to attend GS5! I'll be leaving from Concord at 0800 on Saturday the 14th. Here is my situation. Since I wasn't sure if I was going to be able to make it until a few days ago, I never booked a campsite. Does anyone have a campsite they want to split with me? I need somewhere to crash! I know this is pretty last minute, I'm just stoked to be able to go! I'll be bringing the usual camping gear as well as the full compliment of dive and yakfishing gear. Any takers?
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So I recently found out that I WILL be able to attend GS5! I'll be leaving from Concord at 0800 on Saturday the 14th. Here is my situation. Since I wasn't sure if I was going to be able to make it until a few days ago, I never booked a campsite. Does anyone have a campsite they want to split with me? I need somewhere to crash! I know this is pretty last minute, I'm just stoked to be able to go! I'll be bringing the usual camping gear as well as the full compliment of dive and yakfishing gear. Any takers?
For all the NCKA will be grouped assign campsite and charge us 20 bucks a night per person, I just called yesterday and confirmed that!!
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Yeah, Jeff, the group area they're giving us is $20 per person per night - it's worth it for the unlimited space within that area... The option is reserviing a normal size site - they're small and it's hard for more than a couple to inhabit one - that's why the owner wanted to just give us a huge block of space and a gear cleaning/drying area as well as group area and fire wood (I think/hope).
The longest stormsurf window right now is showing a great trend starting just after midnight Thursday the 12th... Keeping fingers crossed. :smt007
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Yeah, Jeff, the group area they're giving us is $20 per person per night - it's worth it for the unlimited space within that area... The option is reserviing a normal size site - they're small and it's hard for more than a couple to inhabit one - that's why the owner wanted to just give us a huge block of space and a gear cleaning/drying area as well as group area and fire wood (I think/hope).
The longest stormsurf window right now is showing a great trend starting just after midnight Thursday the 12th... Keeping fingers crossed. :smt007
STOP IT Eric, as if we are not dying to get there yet GEZZZUSS... :smt005
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This should help, Darius: it's been blowing like hell there for 3 days and no boats have even gotten out. I hope that trend continues right up until we arrive. The fish will be hungry and the reef will come alive! :smt004
These next 9 nights will be challenging. I've got all the goody bags packed and the scoring paperwork set up... I need to go meditate in the hot tub. Just to stay sane for enough hours to sleep and go back to work tomorrow. :smt003
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Here's a vid from GS3 showing the way to the Cove.
:smt001
http://youtu.be/sJLpNX9AJzA (http://youtu.be/sJLpNX9AJzA)
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Eric are you doing bonus points for released fish (pic for entry)?
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Eric are you doing bonus points for released fish (pic for entry)?
Absolutely, Eric. Same format as last year. 1" bonus for a CPR entry with "GS5" in the photo.
Highest catch and release-only score last year won SOTD - Sportsman of the Day... :smt001
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Scorecards will be filled out at the check-in station at the launch from 11AM to 2PM, Sunday.
Here's a pic of the latest in "Geeky Coveted" - an oxymoron worthy of consideration. :smt003
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Eric are you doing bonus points for released fish (pic for entry)?
Absolutely, Eric. Same format as last year. 1" bonus for a CPR entry with "GS5" in the photo.
Highest catch and release-only score last year won SOTD - Sportsman of the Day... :smt001
Dang it...We Asian get disqualified on this, we love fish...but if its too big, got to go back ThEyDoNtTaStE that good when they are too big...I am shooting for the peski perch...
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Tides for Shelter Cove starting with May 14, 2011.
Day High Tide Height Sunrise Moon Time % Moon
/Low Time Feet Sunset Visible
Sa 14 Low 3:22 AM -0.1 6:02 AM Set 3:52 AM 82
14 High 9:31 AM 4.4 8:24 PM Rise 5:37 PM
14 Low 2:56 PM 1.1
14 High 9:18 PM 6.6
Su 15 Low 4:14 AM -0.9 6:01 AM Set 4:27 AM 90
15 High 10:36 AM 4.5 8:25 PM Rise 6:52 PM
15 Low 3:44 PM 1.4
15 High 10:00 PM 6.9
M 16 Low 5:04 AM -1.5 6:00 AM Set 5:08 AM 96
16 High 11:35 AM 4.6 8:25 PM Rise 8:06 PM
16 Low 4:33 PM 1.8
16 High 10:43 PM 7.0
Just making sure all have the info
Later
Jimbo
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It's killing me,
I cant think of anything other than Rockfish, Salmon, and Halibut.
Now I see videos of the final drive into the cove :beer3
Almost took the wrong turn and headed north this morning :smt003
I cant even work the calender :smt101
WHO IS THE OFFICIAL COUNTER?????????
See Ya There,
Eric / Yakhopper
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It's killing me,
I cant think of anything other than Rockfish, Salmon, and Halibut. You forgot the Abalone and Sea Urchin :smt007
WHO IS THE OFFICIAL COUNTER????????? Not me this year :smt003 I think it's Al.
See Ya There,
Eric / Yakhopper
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AL where is the count?
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I am going to rockpick some abs early morning Monday before heading back home. :smt003
Jedmo
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Super Stoked, :smt003
This will be EPIC :smt004
See you there,
Tad
:smt006
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Deep breath....ahhhhhh....must...subdue...the stoke...
I'm starting to get really excited for this one!!! I give myself 3 or 4 more days until I'm completely useless at work.
Until then, I've got shit to do.
Therefore, I must...subdue the stoke...
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Who will be the first on pg. 50, maybe this one :smt002 :smt003
Tad
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50 pages is pretty dam good,
I still need the count WHERE IS IT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
I'm going crazy here.
Eric / Yakhopper
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Word, I'm disappointed by the lack of an accurate countdown. :smt009
I thought Al would come up with some sort of widget that updates the countdown to the second!
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Well fellas, I can't stand it any longer. I was putting off getting all the salt gears
ready for next week to arrange them in a box. I am a week early. :smt044 :smt044
Jedmo
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I did the same thing today!!!!
I love the 2nd pic! I can't wait to see how they do!
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Is anybody going up Saturday and Coming back on Sunday. Maybe even leaving on Friday night? I can't stay monday with the new job so I have to get back.
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Gents...
all this excitement is killing me....especially for 1st timer to NCKA event. just by reading all the posting it shows there is lots of love and passion for yak fishing and close bound BTW NCKA brotherhood. i believe i have my fishing gear, yak and camping gear ready- never too much.
appreciate any best practice, does and don't and must have things to bring.... looking forward to meeting all of u!
Aka- Old #7 ( oh yeah, bringing a Costco size)
dshu
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Long range is still looking good - by that I mean that there's not an obvious disturbance hitting next Friday by the forecasts, so that's encouraging. I'm optimistic based on what they're showing right now:
http://www.stormsurf.com/locals/mendo.shtml (http://www.stormsurf.com/locals/mendo.shtml)
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Word, I'm disappointed by the lack of an accurate countdown. :smt009
I thought Al would come up with some sort of widget that updates the countdown to the second!
:smt002 Here you go!
(http://www.pending.me.uk/nmc/bla_1305417600.png) (http://www.pending.me.uk)
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Word, I'm disappointed by the lack of an accurate countdown. :smt009
I thought Al would come up with some sort of widget that updates the countdown to the second!
:smt002 Here you go!
(http://www.pending.me.uk/nmc/bla_1305417600.png) (http://www.pending.me.uk)
Al,
We need something for a "live" update to the second, like a continuous count down. I know you can do it :smt003
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If the site allowed scripts, I could :smt010
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Gents...
all this excitement is killing me....especially for 1st timer to NCKA event. just by reading all the posting it shows there is lots of love and passion for yak fishing and close bound BTW NCKA brotherhood. i believe i have my fishing gear, yak and camping gear ready- never too much.
appreciate any best practice, does and don't and must have things to bring.... looking forward to meeting all of u!
Aka- Old #7 ( oh yeah, bringing a Costco size)
dshu
Your first NCKA event???????????????...........Your in for A fantastic time! One of the best events in NCKA history!
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Long range is still looking good - by that I mean that there's not an obvious disturbance hitting next Friday by the forecasts, so that's encouraging. I'm optimistic based on what they're showing right now:
http://www.stormsurf.com/locals/mendo.shtml (http://www.stormsurf.com/locals/mendo.shtml)
I was just checking it out and not sure if it looks as good as I was hoping :smt010 from what I see a big swell coming in by Saturday. Let's just hope I am wrong.
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Gents...
all this excitement is killing me....especially for 1st timer to NCKA event. just by reading all the posting it shows there is lots of love and passion for yak fishing and close bound BTW NCKA brotherhood. i believe i have my fishing gear, yak and camping gear ready- never too much.
appreciate any best practice, does and don't and must have things to bring.... looking forward to meeting all of u!
Aka- Old #7 ( oh yeah, bringing a Costco size)
dshu
Your first time NCKA Hookup?...You will get nuts!! Stay away from the A-Hulls and Watch out for Sledge he will be sledging every morning... :smt044 :smt044
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Your first time NCKA Hookup?...You will get nuts!! Stay away from the A-Hulls and Watch out for Sledge he will be sledging every morning... :smt044 :smt044
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Darius, hope I don't open a can of worms, but what is sledging ? :smt003
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I have been getting my ling cod tecniques nailed down on the jetties. 4 lings 29"+ in 5 trips. If the wind holds out I might get some practice on the yak and slay some perch since the rockies arent open from boat yet here.
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You're a lingmaster, Robert - can't wait to see what you dredge up out of the Cove waters. :smt001
While "The Weather Channel" might see rain coming next weekend, I don't believe their crap! Stormsurf is where I go for my forecasts. I want sun, but rain will do if the ocean's flat and the winds are down. :smt007
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Rain doesn't both me! I will be wet from all the fish I am catching anyways! It will help keep the fish slime washed off my kayak. :smt003
I am hoping we have some flat conditions. Has the water cleared up Eric? I am hoping we have conditions like GMS 3, that water was clear! I could see fish swarming my lure below the kayak. Very cool.
I can't wait! I just had a double root canal, so may have to lay off the diving :smt012. Luckily there are salmon to distract me! I have my planer boards ready, and my apex lures rigged with barb-less hooks. I have been loading my tackle boxes, putting new line on rods, pimping plastics, painting knife jigs, and gathering my ocean gear. I need to get some whiskey and beer!
Less than a week to go!!!!!!!!!!
Matt
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Right on, Matt! Coming in with both barrels firing even after the dental surgery! The water yesterday was nice and clean - hopefully it'll stay that way. Today the reports have big schools of sardines and chovies in the bay and lots of salmon being caught! Oh, Man... torture!!!! :smt005
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Today the reports have big schools of sardines and chovies in the bay
Oh so now I have to bring the sabiki rod! Hey Eric what have the night time temps been like?
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Eric,
Is it time for halibut there? Inside the bay -- outside?
Ben
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A Cali halibut can be had there, though it's not that common, and Pacific halibut is a reality from 50' and out.
EWB - night time temps in the 40's to 50's. If we're looking at overcast the temps could stay in the 50's the entire time.
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"Bitter Sweet" has been defined - the bite for salmon today was described as epic - 85 or more kings, mostly 15-20 pounds, were brought in at the Cove! I'm all torn up to have been there and not hooked one yet, but I'm stoked that what is shaping up for GS is so badass!
Here are two Stormsurf screenshots - today and next Saturday at midnight (5.5 hours before tournee fishing starts). Do the math! :smt007
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WooHoo it looks like it might be flattening out by next Sunday! Let's keep our rods crossed.
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'Might' is a word that a skeptical person can use!
I am seeing signs of very flat water!!! :smt007 :smt007 :smt007
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I haven't used Stormsurf's wind forecast too much, but this is looking good too!!!
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Hey Eric look what happened when I went out yesterday with my neighbor on his PB. The game warden and 2 fish counters said these are the 2 biggest salmon caught in Shelter Cove so far this year. Mine (left side) was over 29# and the other 25#. Now I want to catch one like this from my yak.
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WTG, DAN!!!!! Beauties!! :smt007 :smt007 :smt007
Love the name of your neighbor's boat too! :smt005
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Beautiful salmon guys, loving the good reports!
Keep up the good work on the weather Eric! :smt044
See you all next weekend. :smt001
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Hey Eric look what happened when I went out yesterday with my neighbor on his PB. The game warden and 2 fish counters said these are the 2 biggest salmon caught in Shelter Cove so far this year. Mine (left side) was over 29# and the other 25#. Now I want to catch one like this from my yak.
Hey BoogiieMan those salmon looks great. Love your handle. What a nice catch. How far did you guys go out for the salmon? Did you troll or mooch? Thanks.
Rey
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The wind/swell predictions are lookin good :smt003
The new revo is all rigged out and ready for the event :smt003
Salt gear and camping gear is all ready. :smt003
All I need to do is pack the clothes, hit the store for eats and drinks, gas the truck and go. :smt003
The wait is killin me :smt002
Tad
:smt006
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Hey,
why is everyone excited about sunday? Did we switch the tournament to Sunday?
SRJ
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Hey,
why is everyone excited about sunday? Did we switch the tournament to Sunday?
SRJ
Fish and Game did. The opener is on Sunday.
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Hey,
why is everyone excited about sunday? Did we switch the tournament to Sunday?
SRJ
Yeah, Shannon - I couldn't change the title of this little thread after I nuked my old account... :smt003
If you don't follow along around here you may miss something. Fair's fair - I'm OK with that aspect of the event. This event really is based on and populated by NCKA - no two ways. :smt001
If anyone shows up thinking the event is Saturday, I apologize for your lack of following closely enough, as the regular communication here has documented all the changes along the way. We'll get out for salmon Saturday, Shannon. :smt001
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Is it time yet?
Can we go now?
How much longer?
Did we pack everything?
What else do I need?
Is the weather going to be good or not?
WHERE IS THE COUNT
I CAN"T STAND THE WAITING
See Ya There,
Eric / Yakhopper
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Is it time yet?
Can we go now?
How much longer?
Did we pack everything?
What else do I need?
Is the weather going to be good or not?
WHERE IS THE COUNT
I CAN"T STAND THE WAITING
See Ya There,
Eric / Yakhopper
And I thought you're a "calm" guy all along... :smt003
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Hahaha yakhopper I love your enthusiasm!
4 more days!
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Holy Crap,
was I ever asleep at the wheel! Glad my staggering powers of cognition picked up on the anomoly, elst I would have been at the launch Sat. morning thinking I'd beat everyone to the water. Yowza! Well, that gives me(as Eric pointed out)a day to go after the red and silvery salmon, or chase giant abalone, or drink beer, or hang out, or eat food, or golf or......
SRJ
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I wish we can have side bet on the par 3 right next to the campsite. The distance looks like a 9 or a pitching wedge distance. I know Pat (SinCoast) plays I'm not sure who else.
Jedmo
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Some of the latest fish and forecast info:
Only 13 or so fish caught yesterday by 15 boats after Saturday's bonanza.
Friday (10-15 knot winds / 8' swell) should be fishable and maybe a bit bumpy.
Saturday should be similar with the swell dropping to 6' or so in the afternoon.
Sunday looking significantly flatter, and we'll hope the wind stays down.
Monday could be the flattest day - dawn patrol rockpickers aim for this.
The fish are starting to get nervous! :smt003
Here's a quote from a guy on Humboldt Tuna Club when I mentioned that we'll have 93 people paddling out of the Cove the morning of the 15th:
"93 kayakers and Salmon that hot...I wish I could see the antics at the ramp..some people ain't gonna be happy.."
Let's prove him wrong! :smt012
IMPORTANT INFO ABOUT LAUNCHING AND LANDING:
Last year someone gave advice to land about 100 yards east of the breakwater - BAD IDEA! Small breakers come in there, whereas up tight to the inner side of the breakwater is the safest place to come in and go out. This also means that the powerboats go in and out right there, so we all need to be cognizant of transitting through that area quickly and efficiently.
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I wish we can have side bet on the par 3 right next to the campsite. The distance looks like a 9 or a pitching wedge distance. I know Pat (SinCoast) plays I'm not sure who else.
Jedmo
Golf?? Say what?? Should I bring some clubs?
Rey
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Headding up Thursday! :smt007 :smt007 :smt007
When are YOU headding up??????
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Gabe, Matt, and I heading up Friday!
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Last year someone gave advice to land about 100 yards east of the breakwater - BAD IDEA!
I know that dude, he had his camera ready looking for some good action to post up.
Therefore, good idea if you want to entertain your brothers on the beach!
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My kids and I should be there by midday Friday with the wife coming in that night. Can't wait!!!
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Heading up Thursday after work! See you at Da Cove!!!! :smt006
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Half of the Loose Screws should be arriving mid day Friday.
Jedmo
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Half of the Loose Screws should be arriving mid day Friday.
Jedmo
I am carpooling with the 1/4 of loose screws..
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These three days of work are going to be tough!!!! :smt002
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I'm gonna drive up early Saturday morning. I will probably be the last loose screw to arrive.
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I'm gonna drive up early Saturday morning. I will probably be the last loose screw to arrive.
I wouldn't bet on it Martin unless Darius is driving 80mph :smt003
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I'm gonna drive up early Saturday morning. I will probably be the last loose screw to arrive.
I wouldn't bet on it Martin unless Darius is driving 80mph :smt003
More likely its Sonny will be the last...I only drive 50MPH :smt003
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Come on guys, I want to see page 54 by lunch time :smt044
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Come on only 24 min! til noon
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Now it's only 18 minutes and counting... :smt003
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Now it's only 18 minutes and counting... :smt003
Sonny I forgot what time should I stop by at your house? I am going to pass by the Farmers Market to buy the Balot..(EGG with EMBRYO)
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Now it's only 18 minutes and counting... :smt003
Sonny I forgot what time should I stop by at your house? I am going to pass by the Farmers Market to buy the Balot..(EGG with EMBRYO)
I will be ready anytime you're. Just let me know what time you will be at my house and I'll be outside waiting...
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They sell that stuff at the farmers market?!?!?!1 :smt009
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hey, the time is off on the server btw :smt044
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Damn... thought for sure that would be the page 54 post!!! :smt013 :smt005 :smt003
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They sell that stuff at the farmers market?!?!?!1 :smt009
YES They do sell them on the Farmers Market...
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Sonny Shooting for 9:00 is that good for you? YESSS I AM 54 :smt005 :smt005 :smt005 Take that AL
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"Uh, what page was the information about the tournament on?..." :smt003
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"Uh, what page was the information about the tournament on?..." :smt003
Answer:
EVERY PAGE!!!! :smt044
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Sonny Shooting for 9:00 is that good for you? YESSS I AM 54 :smt005 :smt005 :smt005 Take that AL
DOH!!!!
Ok, lets make a bet on who can get us to page 62 :smt003
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Al,
If your boss saw how much you are contributing to this getting this to 62 pages , he would be very proud of the effort you are giving at the office today. :smt044
p.s. and I don't think you are the only one in this boat!
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At least he doesnt work for the Social Security administration! :smt005 :smt005
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Dear Boss...
I'm sorry for how worthless I am this week. You'll probably get more out of me by sedating me until Thursday at about 1PM. Remember, Boss, this hurts me more than it hurts you. Well, maybe not, but it really hurts me having to wait for GS5!!! :smt005 Boss - I'd like to apologize in advance for how worthless I'll be when I get back too. But, check this out, I expect to be better than ever for a couple weeks after the buzz wears off.
Love, your favorite employee/kayakfisherman. :smt001
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How has the salmon fishing been lately at SC?
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Did you check his report from yesterday Scott? :smt002
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Can we make this thread "member only" so the bosses can't see it? :smt003
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Just don't let your boss know your screen name and your fine :smt044 If I had to hide it, I'd still post from my phone in the bathroom with the stall closed :smt044
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Just don't let your boss know your screen name and your fine :smt044 If I had to hide it, I'd still post from my phone in the bathroom with the stall closed :smt044
While you are taking A dump! :smt012
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I do that anyways :smt005
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Scott - Saturday was a salmon bonanza with 25 or more boats bringing in more than 85 salmon mostly 15-20 pounds. Dan the Boogieman went out with his neighbor on the powerboat and they got a 25 and a 29! Sunday was slower, but the fish are definitely there, as are 'dines and 'chovies. Bring your sabiki. :smt001
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Someone give Al a jar of vaseline!
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55!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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I see how this is going to go........
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Wind dominated the outdoor landscape today, and the strong, cold gusts on land made me think the ocean must be a horrid place right then. :smt009
I knew it would be so though, as I'd read the forecast and seen report of early whitecaps this morning at the Cove. The beauty of today's harsh conditions is that this is the forecast for the end of the week:
.THU...NW WIND 10 TO 20 KT. WIND WAVES 2 TO 4 FT. NW SWELL 5 TO 7 FT. (not bad if the wind doesn't turn on)
.FRI...NW WIND 5 TO 15 KT. WIND WAVES 3 FT. NW SWELL 7 TO 9 FT. (a little high, but likely fishable)
.SAT...SW WIND 5 TO 10 KT. WIND WAVES 1 FOOT OR LESS. NW SWELL 6 TO 8 FT. CHANCE OF SHOWERS. (this is a very nice forecast because the NW swell does get knocked down by the Cape and 5-10 knot winds will allow much more access outside)
From what I've seen, Thursday evening could be flat and a possible nice dive opportunity. Friday morning may have some glass, but it looks to pickup a bit that day and into Saturday morning. Saturday afternoon could be the return to glass, and by Sunday morning I predict very nice water. Let's hope it all comes out like it looks to. :smt001
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I'm crossing my fingers. Thanks for keeping us informed.
I can't think of anything else right now. I'm driving myself crazy thinking about the cove.
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We should make a movie about "The Cove" :smt003
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Bummer the WX is trending toward Friday being rough & windy...because I noticed the PM low tide is 0.8 which cold be fun.
I'm going stir crazy tying rigs at home right now!!!!
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Bummer the WX is trending toward Friday being rough & windy...because I noticed the PM low tide is 0.8 which cold be fun.
I'm going stir crazy tying rigs at home right now!!!!
You're right, Pat, that that forecast can equal rough and windy, but it can also be fishable. Last Friday was a similar forecast, and while it was a bit sloppy, it was fishable for hours outside. I can't believe I only caught a shaker - I think I've been too shallow with my DeepSix... Anyway, self-pity aside, I think there will be salmon trollable water Friday at some point. :smt001
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I tell you what for those that are "sledging" it is looking damn flat on Mon, Tues and wed. :smt044
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Where are you hiding Al? We need a count down update! :smt003
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Sonny I forgot what time should I stop by at your house? I am going to pass by the Farmers Market to buy the Balot..(EGG with EMBRYO)
darius... when I saw this I didn't know which Loose Screw your were driving up with but I thought at first it was Jedmo and immedialtely thought "oh No " I hope they won't be eating Balot....
funny when I saw your post..
I can' t talk I eat "stinky tofu" which is fermented tofu... smells like doo-doo then make your your real doo-doo smell even worse...but I digress..
see you up there..
side question... I got to replace my salmon spoons' treble hook with single barbless..any ideas... cut the treble hook or the ring that attaches it to the spoon..????
if I do cut the hook then I will be adding barbless hook via a split ring onto another ring...will that be funky???
daviator
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side question... I got to replace my salmon spoons' treble hook with single barbless..any ideas... cut the treble hook or the ring that attaches it to the spoon..????
if I do cut the hook then I will be adding barbless hook via a split ring onto another ring...will that be funky???
daviator
Here ya go...
http://www.greentackle.com/blog/replace-treble-hooks-with-siwash-hooks (http://www.greentackle.com/blog/replace-treble-hooks-with-siwash-hooks)
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thx sonny
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Here we go, today's count down :smt003
1 day
45 hours
2720 minutes
163786 seconds
Until I leave for Shelter Cove!!! :smt044
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"oh No " I hope they won't be eating Balot....
Theres going to be a Fear Factor Eating Contest... :puke: :puke: :puke:
DAMN I cant work..Cant sleep cant concentrate shit I cant even have sex.. :smt044 :smt044 with all these GS5 Meltdown..my wife/GF asking me whats wrong? I said if you look like lingcod maybe just maybe... :smt005 :smt005 :smt005
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"oh No " I hope they won't be eating Balot....
Theres going to be a Fear Factor Eating Contest... :puke: :puke: :puke:
DAMN I cant work..Cant sleep cant concentrate shit I cant even have sex.. :smt044 :smt044 with all these GS5 Meltdown..my wife/GF asking me whats wrong? I said if you look like lingcod maybe just maybe... :smt005 :smt005 :smt005
Hey Darius, go to the market and buy a Lingcod. Later tonight, rub the Lingcod all over her then maybe you can have some... :smt044
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Hey Darius, go to the market and buy a Lingcod. Later tonight, rub the Lingcod all over her then maybe you can have some... :smt044
Told her not to take a shower for a day so at least I can close my eyes and "SMELL" you know what mean... :smt044 I'm sick what can I say :smt003
56!!! TAKE THAT AL
I think Al got caught hahaha :smt044 :smt044
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Pretty much all packed!
Rods/reels, tackle, yak crap, spear guns, dive crap, abalone tools, skillet, spices, rum...just need to stock up on beer and will be good to go! :smt004
Riding up with Andy, Kris and Pat in the FishMasterMobile Thursday night!!
:smt003 :smt004 :beer1
Tackle is kinda clusterf*ck still, but that's all right...will have plenty of time to mess with it up there before tourney day.
I'm probably only gonna hook and line fish on Tourney Day and so just need one box of squid...
Does anybody know if they sell squid right there at the campground?
I don't mind paying a little more for it to not have to deal with driving it all the way up there and getting my beer all squiddy smelling.
:smt003
:smt006
Sincerely,
Jim
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I have bought bait in the past at the store/gas station going down the hill on the left right before town and also at the small tackle shop across the street from the campground. Hopefully abking will have more up to date info for you.
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Yeah theres bait at the store there in the campground along with twenty dollar twelve packs and eight dollar hot dogs. :smt003
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Have the score cards been posted? If so, what page?
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I think Al got caught hahaha :smt044 :smt044
Yeah... Having to do some work today :smt005
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Does anybody know if they sell squid right there at the campground?
I don't mind paying a little more for it to not have to deal with driving it all the way up there and getting my beer all squiddy smelling.
:smt003
Sincerely,
Jim
Yes they had Anchovies and squids there last year but I would call them first to make sure they still have them and prepare to pay double or triple what you pay here.
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Here is my desktop background for the last month. :smt003
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YOU PEOPLE ARE ALL INSANE, NUT BAGS, SOCK SMOCKERS, FREAKS! I LOVE IT!
SEE YOU ALL ON FRIDAY.
SHANON
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Good one, Al - that's about how I feel right now! :smt005 :smt044 :smt010 :smt003 :smt001
I admit I never buy bait down there.
As for scorecards, they'll be available at check-in. No sense giving a bunch of wet people a piece of paper prior to going out fishing. You'll fill in a scorecard and sign it when you check-in your fish from 11AM to 2PM at the launch.
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Unfortunately, I am going to have to bail on this one. My work schedule has changed and I have to be in Seattle early Monday morning. Hope everyone catches limits. Good news is that I canceled my campground reservations. So there is a spot open now.
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Unfortunately, I am going to have to bail on this one. My work schedule has changed and I have to be in Seattle early Monday morning. Hope everyone catches limits. Good news is that I canceled my campground reservations. So there is a spot open now.
Sorry you can't make it - please let me know if there's someone I can send your tournament packet with. I can mail it to you otherwise.
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Sent you a PM Eric. Thanks. Wishin I was fishin with you guys. :smt013
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Never got your PM... I'll PM you back.
Sent you a PM Eric. Thanks. Wishin I was fishin with you guys. :smt013
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Hummm... 62 is still a ways away... Dont think were going to top last years record :smt010 Only have one more day to go for me! :smt003
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57!!!!
:smt044 :smt005 :smt003 :smt004 :smt002 :smt001 :smt006
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Anyone going to have scopase pills I can bum off them. I've run out of time to get to the doc for a prescription before the trip.
-Brian G
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Hummm... 62 is still a ways away... Dont think were going to top last years record :smt010 Only have one more day to go for me! :smt003
Don't give up Al!!
You can do it buddy!!!!!!
:smt002 :smt005 :smt005 :smt044 :smt044 :smt044
:smt006
Sincerely,
Jim
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DUN DUNDUNDUN DUN DUN DUN!
http://youtu.be/luJ1nzIpGio (http://youtu.be/luJ1nzIpGio)
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Unfortunately, I am going to have to bail on this one. My work schedule has changed and I have to be in Seattle early Monday morning. Hope everyone catches limits. Good news is that I canceled my campground reservations. So there is a spot open now.
Sorry you can't make it, BD. I was hopin' to chat it up with you about Coon Camp Springs.
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Starting to go into panic mode! I can feel the pressure starting to kick in!
How in the world do you shove 2 tackle box's worth of rock fish gear into one of those stupid little itty-bitty teeny-weenie tupperware? Decisions... decisions....
Now I understand there is a chance to target salmon? That's more stuff I have to shove into another stupid little itty-bitty teeny-weenie tupperware.
And today someone mentioned perch fishing too.... :smt013
This is supposed to be relaxing!!! :smt009
And I have how many more days to get ready??? :smt010
I need to file for stress at work..... I need more time off to get ready for fishing....
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Unfortunately, I am going to have to bail on this one. My work schedule has changed and I have to be in Seattle early Monday morning. Hope everyone catches limits. Good news is that I canceled my campground reservations. So there is a spot open now.
Sorry you can't make it, BD. I was hopin' to chat it up with you about Coon Camp Springs.
It is killing me to cancel but there is no way I can fish on Sunday and then drive home, pack and get to Seattle and not be a zombie on the job. We are having our annual Memorial Day Weekend gathering. See if you can come up and join us.
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DUN DUNDUNDUN DUN DUN DUN!
http://youtu.be/luJ1nzIpGio (http://youtu.be/luJ1nzIpGio)
GMS4 TEAM THE A-HULLS NCKA KAYAK FISHING (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=luJ1nzIpGio#)
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Going to do some beach combing and see if I can find one of these things:
(http://www.norcalkayakanglers.com/index.php?action=dlattach;topic=25285.0;attach=70222;image)
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Going to do some beach combing and see if I can find one of these things:
(http://www.norcalkayakanglers.com/index.php?action=dlattach;topic=25285.0;attach=70222;image)
Chupacabra!!!!!!!!!!!!
:smt003 :smt005 :smt044 :smt044 :smt044
:smt006
Sincerely,
Jim
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OK, Al, now it's like you're stalking me! And I love it!!! :smt003
Bring on the Chupacabra - I'll go tooth to tooth with it. :smt044
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OK,
I'll take one for the gipper and add to the efforts to get us in the 60's. NOT to rub it in or anything, but I'm headed north tomorrow morning- two days of diving prior to arriving at the cove friday morning to set up camp and light it off. See you crazy sucka's up there,
SRJ
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I love the Cove but that 3 hour drive is gonna kill me Friday morning :smt044 :smt044 :smt044
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You staying at the camp SRJ? Looking for people arriving Thursday to hang out with till the rest of the A-HULLS make it in to town after 2AM :smt013
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Favorite pics from last year: :smt004
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Starting to go into panic mode! I can feel the pressure starting to kick in!
How in the world do you shove 2 tackle box's worth of rock fish gear into one of those stupid little itty-bitty teeny-weenie tupperware? Decisions... decisions....
Now I understand there is a chance to target salmon? That's more stuff I have to shove into another stupid little itty-bitty teeny-weenie tupperware.
And today someone mentioned perch fishing too.... :smt013
This is supposed to be relaxing!!! :smt009
And I have how many more days to get ready??? :smt010
I need to file for stress at work..... I need more time off to get ready for fishing....
choose wisely young jedi! less is more! you are going to freeze up having to make a choice
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Thanks for the memories Al, :smt004
Is Stoggie goin to make it this year?
Can't wait to throw it down with you guys, :smt003
Plan on arriving Fri. noonish, Party On NCKA
See ya soon,
Tad
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Hey Tad, is your new fish catching machine ready for this weekend? :smt003 Looking forward to fishing with you again bro.
Jedmo
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Hey Tad, is your new fish catching machine ready for this weekend? :smt003 Looking forward to fishing with you again bro.
Jedmo
Hi Jed,
Yup the New Blue Revo is ready to go and so am I :smt003
I have had it out twice and no fish yet so I'm hopeful that it loses it's virginity this weekend in saltwater :smt002 :smt003
Look forward to sharing a great weekend with you and the rest of the brotherhood :smt004
Tad
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Hey all,
I'm gonna be a weanie until friday and stay with my brother in law in Redway. Gotta have my energy if i'm chasing giant abs. Will pull into camp mid/late morning friday and will come find you.
Shannon
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Check it out. As much as I'd love to have 70's and lots of sun, it looks like we're in for 50's to 60's with a fair amount of clouds. The good news: the wind doesn't look to be a factor, and that will allow lots of water access. Bring your warm clothes and raingear just in case! :smt001
.THURSDAY...PARTLY CLOUDY IN THE MORNING THEN CLEARING. HIGHS IN THE UPPER 50S AT THE COAST AND IN THE MID 60S INLAND. NORTHWEST WIND AROUND 10 MPH.
.THURSDAY NIGHT...PARTLY CLOUDY. LOWS IN THE LOWER 40S. NORTHWEST WIND 5 TO 15 MPH.
.FRIDAY...PARTLY CLOUDY. HIGHS 56 TO 66. NORTHWEST WIND 5 TO 15 MPH.
.FRIDAY NIGHT...PARTLY CLOUDY IN THE EVENING THEN BECOMING MOSTLY CLOUDY. SLIGHT CHANCE OF RAIN SHOWERS. LOWS 38 TO 48.
.SATURDAY AND SATURDAY NIGHT...MOSTLY CLOUDY. CHANCE OF RAIN SHOWERS. HIGHS 51 TO 61. LOWS 38 TO 48.
.SUNDAY...MOSTLY CLOUDY. CHANCE OF RAIN AND SLIGHT CHANCE OF THUNDERSTORMS. HIGHS 49 TO 59.
.SUNDAY NIGHT...MOSTLY CLOUDY. SLIGHT CHANCE OF RAIN SHOWERS. LOWS 36 TO 46.
.MONDAY...MOSTLY CLOUDY. SLIGHT CHANCE OF RAIN. HIGHS 51 TO 61.
.MONDAY NIGHT AND TUESDAY...MOSTLY CLOUDY. SLIGHT CHANCE OF RAIN SHOWERS. LOWS 39 TO 49. HIGHS 54 TO 64.
In terms of the marine forecast, I feel that we're very fortunate - it looks fishable for Friday, very good for Saturday and very promising for Sunday. Monday and Tuesday's extreme dawn minus tides might provide some of the best rockpicking opportunities possible! That's no joke, so be ready on that if you're looking to get some abalone.
.FRI...NW WIND 5 TO 15 KT. WIND WAVES 1 TO 3 FT. NW SWELL 6 TO 8 FT.
.SAT...S WIND 5 TO 10 KT. WIND WAVES 1 FOOT OR LESS. NW SWELL 5 TO 7 FT. CHANCE OF SHOWERS AND SLIGHT CHANCE OF TSTMS.
.SUN...S WIND 10 KT. WIND WAVES 1 TO 2 FT. NW SWELL 3 TO 4 FT. CHANCE OF RAIN AND SLIGHT CHANCE OF TSTMS.
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Chupacabra!!!!!!!!!!!!
:smt003 :smt005 :smt044 :smt044 :smt044
:smt006
Sincerely,
Jim
You guys talkin about the Relic that Eric is holding correct?...Just making sure :smt005 :smt005
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Think I'm packed should I bring the fryer?
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Think I'm packed should I bring the fryer?
YES!!!!!
:smt003
:smt006
Sincerely,
Jim
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Think I'm packed should I bring the fryer?
Definitely yes, please... :smt003
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Andy,
On the subject of the fryer, CAN I GET A HELL YA!
SHANNON
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should I bring the fryer?
Quit being an ass.
:smt001
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Andy did you think you were invited without it? :smt003
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T'was the night before fishing,
When toast after toast,
Finally left no one sober,
Not even the host.
The whole camp was in turmoil,
The gear was piled deep.
And the dishes from dinner
Were stacked in a heap.
And the poker chips jingled.
And the cards flashed bright,
To the bleary eyed players,
Glued there for the night.
Course the stories were flying,
Complete with damned lies.
Like the fish that Jake mentioned,
He landed on flies.
Or that sexy achievement,
Slim made with that Chick.
That he savorly bragged of,
With "Hic" after "Hic".
Like the one when Mike scrubbed out
Results of that scare.
When he ran to the outhouse,
And into a bear.
Or the one of the Musky,
Max told with a gloat.
That leaped high for his spinner,
And fell in the boat.
Yes the stories were flying.
And the gang was unwound.
As their pent up emotions,
Spilled out all around.
Then a Loon called out loudly,
From far in the lake.
And in sudden awareness,
It jarred us awake.
Each man of us now knew it,
Was time to turn in.
For tomorrow we'd battle,
The surge of the fin.
Just the stillness of darkness,
Remained to make clear.
T'was the night before fishing,
For another long year.
-Red Fisher
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Thanks Al. That was nice. :smt001
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With the current rate of Al's posting, I have no doubt that this thread will hit 62 pages by end of tomorrow :smt003
PAGE 59 and counting...
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Page 59 you say! :smt003
I can hardly wait. I am loading tackle boxes, just got some new boots to wear on the kayak, oiled the reels, and dreamed about big fish the hole time! I have some killer creations to try out this year! I made up some squid heads like EWB's. I traded him some lures for the squids last year. They killed the ling cod at Trinidad! I also can't wait to try my octopus. I painted up some knife jigs like kelp and rock greenling to try out. It is a lot of work, but that wood Hog Tough will make it worth it :smt003
I need to finish getting my salmon gear ready. I am only taking a small box to give it a try. Some purple and watermelon apex, and some barbless hooks and a few dodgers for anchovies. I will be trying the lake troller plates this year. They go down between 20 ft and 120 ft, but don't seem to drag as bad as my Deep 6. That Deep 6 can make me go in circles!
I feel pretty good about the North Valley Slayers chances this year!
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Page 59 you say! :smt003
I can hardly wait. I am loading tackle boxes, just got some new boots to wear on the kayak, oiled the reels, and dreamed about big fish the hole time! I have some killer creations to try out this year! I made up some squid heads like EWB's. I traded him some lures for the squids last year. They killed the ling cod at Trinidad! I also can't wait to try my octopus. I painted up some knife jigs like kelp and rock greenling to try out. It is a lot of work, but that wood Hog Tough will make it worth it :smt003
I need to finish getting my salmon gear ready. I am only taking a small box to give it a try. Some purple and watermelon apex, and some barbless hooks and a few dodgers for anchovies. I will be trying the lake troller plates this year. They go down between 20 ft and 120 ft, but don't seem to drag as bad as my Deep 6. That Deep 6 can make me go in circles!
I feel pretty good about the North Valley Slayers chances this year!
+1, I only hope to make you proud Matt after all your hard work. :smt007
T.L.,Tim
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Thanks Al. That was nice. :smt001
+1 That's alot of us in a few days, Al. :smt004 Nice sharing a brew w/ you earlier, Dom. :smt001
MattS - I love how ready you have been getting since Day 1! I agree that the NVS look pretty deadly this year. :smt056
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Man, I am really liking the water condition for Sunday. I certainly hope it holds.
Jedmo
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Page 59 you say! :smt003
I can hardly wait. I am loading tackle boxes, just got some new boots to wear on the kayak, oiled the reels, and dreamed about big fish the hole time! I have some killer creations to try out this year! I made up some squid heads like EWB's. I traded him some lures for the squids last year. They killed the ling cod at Trinidad! I also can't wait to try my octopus. I painted up some knife jigs like kelp and rock greenling to try out. It is a lot of work, but that wood Hog Tough will make it worth it :smt003
I need to finish getting my salmon gear ready. I am only taking a small box to give it a try. Some purple and watermelon apex, and some barbless hooks and a few dodgers for anchovies. I will be trying the lake troller plates this year. They go down between 20 ft and 120 ft, but don't seem to drag as bad as my Deep 6. That Deep 6 can make me go in circles!
I feel pretty good about the North Valley Slayers chances this year!
Glad they worked....Got some more to trade with! I have been a powder coating fool!
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I got da COVE FEVER!!!!!
Threw these pics from last year together with a chill tune...turned out fuzzy, grainy and kinda shaky (don't watch in full screen or it looks even worse!! :smt005), but hope you all enjoy anyway!!!
Gimme Shelter IV (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aTvcf6KcJZs#)
Can't wait!!!
:smt006
Sincerely,
Jim
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Thank you for the flashback video Jim!
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That was awesome, Brutha!!! Nice one. :smt001
I'm publishing up a little inspirational trolling vid right now. To add to the fun. :smt003
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http://youtu.be/d_l8xDnH780 (http://youtu.be/d_l8xDnH780)
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If the WX holds, there will be some serious carnage. Any intel on what depth the salmon are?
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http://youtu.be/d_l8xDnH780 (http://youtu.be/d_l8xDnH780)
Some Trolling at the Cove (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d_l8xDnH780#)
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DUDE!
Can we get up there and jump in the water already or what?!?!?!?
:smt003 :smt005 :smt044 :smt044 :smt044
:smt006
Sincerely,
Jim
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Any intel on what depth the salmon are?
40-50' down.
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Thanks for the nice fish porn video Eric.
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Fri
NW wind 10 to 15 kt. Wind waves 3 ft. NW swell 8 ft.
Sat
W wind 5 to 10 kt...becoming S. Wind waves 2 ft or less. NW swell 7 ft. Showers.
Sun
Se wind 10 kt. Wind waves 2 ft or less. NW swell 4 ft. Showers and slight chance of tstms.
This is the forecast I use. I couldn't find it for Shelter Cove but this is for Mendocino.
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Thanks for the vid Jim / Eric
Now I know I will be totally useless at work today and tomorrow :smt044
See Ya There,
Eric / Yakhopper
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Fri
NW wind 10 to 15 kt. Wind waves 3 ft. NW swell 8 ft.
Sat
W wind 5 to 10 kt...becoming S. Wind waves 2 ft or less. NW swell 7 ft. Showers.
Sun
Se wind 10 kt. Wind waves 2 ft or less. NW swell 4 ft. Showers and slight chance of tstms.
This is the forecast I use. I couldn't find it for Shelter Cove but this is for Mendocino.
Merv - that forecast is looking good! :smt007
.THU...NW WIND 5 TO 15 KT. WIND WAVES 2 FT OR LESS. NW SWELL 4 TO 5 FT AT 9 SECONDS. .THU NIGHT...NW WIND 10 TO 20 KT. WIND WAVES 3 TO 4 FT. NW SWELL 8 FT. .FRI...NW WIND 10 TO 15 KT. WIND WAVES 3 FT. NW SWELL 8 FT. .SAT...W WIND 5 TO 10 KT...BECOMING S. WIND WAVES 2 FT OR LESS. NW SWELL 7 FT. SHOWERS. .SUN...SE WIND 10 KT. WIND WAVES 2 FT OR LESS. NW SWELL 4 FT. SHOWERS AND SLIGHT CHANCE OF TSTMS.
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Thanks for the vid Jim / Eric
Now I know I will be totally useless at work today and tomorrow :smt044
See Ya There,
Eric / Yakhopper
Then you might as well pack it up and go to SC today :smt005
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WOW 60 pages already and still 3 days till the event.
With all the reports after, this thread could end in the triple digits :smt044
See Ya There,
Eric / Yakhopper
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BTW, I expect water conditions for the tournament to be better than those in the vid. :smt001
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I'll be bringing my outriggers just in case. :smt001
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Just picked up Kristophers ab tag this morning new snorkel, new mask, the funny thing is he told me this morning as I dropped him off at school is that he was gonna be useless! :smt005 :smt005... I looked over at him and said son..... Your not the only one! :smt003
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Just picked up Kristophers ab tag this morning new snorkel, new mask, the funny thing is he told me this morning as I dropped him off at school is that he was gonna be useless! :smt005 :smt005... I looked over at him and said son..... Your not the only one! :smt003
Love it!!!!!!!
Can't wait to go diving with you and Kris again!!
:smt006
Sincerely,
Jim
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Damn Eric, I dont think I can make it...I was dying in the last couple of days..Now that Video? you just murdered me!!! I hate you so bad right now..I cant efing work.. :smt005 :smt005
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WARNING! THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION HAS BEEN "CUT" AND "PASTED" HERE FROM THIS MORNING'S SALMON REPORT ON HUMBOLDT TUNA CLUB!!!!!! :smt103 :smt104 :smt101 :smt102
"Nellie 810 AM
5 boats out no fish yet"
Nellie's the Cove's radio goddess - she keeps people in communication.
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Damn Eric, I dont think I can make it...I was dying in the last couple of days..Now that Video? you just murdered me!!! I hate you so bad right now..I cant efing work.. :smt005 :smt005
You're NOT the only one! :smt044 :smt044 :smt044
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It all good. Hey Eric any word on the wood situation? Are they having any available for us campers that are paying 20 a night? Just wondering if we need to bring some in or not.
What is the phone number for the campground?
Thanks,
JImbo
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Well, if I had to choose between rough seas or rainstorms....I'd choose rainstorms. The marine forecast looks fine. But it WILL rain Sat night through Sunday w/possible thunderstorms. So bring raingear, boots, rainfly, etc...especially if your camping!
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It's funny how I haven't left yet for Shelter and I am already feeling like I am leaving something behind. :smt005 :smt005 What to do, what to do. :smt044 :smt044
Jedmo
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Hmmmmmm..... Well maybe I should bring the pop-up trailer. Sure a lot nicer in the rain. :smt005
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:white 61! :smt002 AWESOME! Cant wait to get out of work so I can pack the truck! :smt003 Then I cant wait to wake up tomorrow and hit the road :smt005 Then I cant wait to chill with my buds at the cove :smt004 Then I cant wait for the potluck! :smt002 Then I cant wait for the Tournament! :smt001 I JUST CANT WAIT PERIOD!!! :smt044
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Al...are you excited?
:smt002 :smt005 :smt005 :smt005 :smt044 :smt044 :smt044
:smt006
Sincerely,
Jim
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You guys are driving me nuts with wishing I was going. I have to unsubscribe myself from this post before I go postal.
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Longest work week EVER!!!!!!!
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"Nellie 1145 AM
10 boats out 7 fish reported caught"
Dr H - I don't know about the wood - call the campground to check it out.
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OK.......The brownies are in the oven, the cookies are baked, the beer is brewed, the tackle is loaded, the yak is cleaned and ready to load........What am I gonna do between now and Saturday morning when I leave?
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Bring your stuff for the swap meet. Make sure you use a check list to pack. The Friday morning crew will hopefully have abs and fish for the people rolling in Friday night.
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OK.......The brownies are in the oven, the cookies are baked, the beer is brewed, the tackle is loaded, the yak is cleaned and ready to load........What am I gonna do between now and Saturday morning when I leave?
Tie some extra leaders for other Loose Screws :smt003
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Bring your stuff for the swap meet. Make sure you use a check list to pack. The Friday morning crew will hopefully have abs and fish for the people rolling in Friday night.
Woo Hooo. Yeah swamp meet! Should be good since we'll be in a group area. I have a couple of gaffs, some fish knockers (all with custom NCKA logo), tackle and some misc camping gear (stove, tent, etc)
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Swap meet sound good! I will trade my homemade lures for raw lead! I may need to get rid of some extra rods too, they are getting hard to store. I only made a few gaffs and knockers special order this year. I was too busy playing! I will have a few jig heads, knife jigs, plastics, ect I have made up.
I have some fresh poured squid heads for you EWB. Just got more eyes but I am running out of time to pour many more.
Matt
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.SATURDAY NIGHT...RAIN SHOWERS. LOWS 39 TO 49.
Kinda brutal sleeping in the rain before the tournee! Don't forget your raingear, tarps, pop-up's...etc.
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Rain or snow we'll be there! :smt003
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Would someone please refresh my memory on net/gaf regs?
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No gaffing undersized or ESA Fish. Net size 18'.
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Longest work week EVER!!!!!!!
It is a lot longer for those that are only reading and not going be here! :smt044
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Yay! 62!!! :smt083 :smt082 :smt081 :beer2 :party :smoke :chug :ball :smt041 :occasion16: :occasion17: :occasion18: :occasion5:
My dream has come true :smt002 I'll stop posting now :smt044
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C'mon Al...don't give up now!! You know you want some more...
:smt002 :smt005 :smt044 :smt044 :smt044
:smt006
Sincerely,
Jim
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Ok just got my ab tags just in case they are shallow enough for me to reach. Hoping to tag along with the A-Hulls with experience on this adventure if we have time. Last time I got some abs was no more than 10ft and that was like nineteen quaggo.
Rey
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I booked the hotel room at the Tides Inn back in Dec!! Seems like light years ago!!
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Looks like Al had the mojo this time around. Perhaps he is the one to be recon with this year. :smt002 I'm rooting for you Al.
Jedmo
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BTW Eric, would you mind to post the names of the participants again? Just so I know who to follow around. :smt005 :smt005
Jedmo
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No gaffing undersized or ESA Fish. Net size 18'.
Dude...where can one find a 18' net? That's bigger than my kayak. Where would I store a net of that size?
Crazy regs up there, that's for sure...
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No gaffing undersized or ESA Fish. Net size 18'.
Dude...where can one find a 18' net? That's bigger than my kayak. Where would I store a net of that size?
Crazy regs up there, that's for sure...
C'mon - get a stinkin' eightteen foot net or don't show! :smt003
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No gaffing undersized or ESA Fish. Net size 18'.
Dude...where can one find a 18' net? That's bigger than my kayak. Where would I store a net of that size?
Crazy regs up there, that's for sure...
Costco, next to the mayo.
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I have a bucketfull of high-quality 6oz jigheads. I want to trade them for 3 or 4oz heads. Anybody wanna make a deal?
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Eric - thanks for the intel. Here is the NOAA Point Forecast. Looks FAC to me on Sunday. :smt007
Saturday: Variable winds less than 5 kt becoming SW around 6 kt in the afternoon. A chance of showers. Mixed swell...WNW 5 to 6 ft and SW 1 ft. Wind waves around 1 ft.
Sunday: E wind 5 to 9 kt becoming variable and less than 5 kt in the afternoon. Showers and possibly a thunderstorm. Mixed swell...WNW 3 ft and SW 1 ft. Wind waves around 1 ft
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I have a bucketfull of high-quality 6oz jigheads. I want to trade them for 3 or 4oz heads. Anybody wanna make a deal?
Check your phone.
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.SATURDAY NIGHT...RAIN SHOWERS. LOWS 39 TO 49.
Kinda brutal sleeping in the rain before the tournee! Don't forget your raingear, tarps, pop-up's...etc.
wait Mooch is coming?!? That's the only possible reason it will rain!
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Had a thought to push the page count up :smt002
Post your team name and members names, I'll start it off.
North Valley Slayers:
MattS/Matt
Fisheducator/Tim
Banjotad/Tad
Another thought for next years Tourney.
Have a team competition, :smt004
Add the total points of the team and divide by the number of team members.
A little extra record keeping but should be fun :smt003
I'll even volunteer to do team stats :smt002
Eric, whatcha think Bro?
Tad
:smt006
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Team name? Did I miss something? Do I need to be a member of a team?
Rey
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Team name? Did I miss something? Do I need to be a member of a team?
Rey
Yes There is a TEAM for safety measures I am sure someone will adopt us or we can make our out
HAC-P Team?
Hella Asian Crew - Pinoys?!
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The Loose Screws
VJO Hobie Dave - Dave
Sailfish - Sonny
Jedmo - Jed
Daviator - Dave
Bennettdanville - Martin
G-whiz - Glen
I'm sure there are at least a couple more "screws". Can someone complete the list?
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Team name? Did I miss something? Do I need to be a member of a team?
Rey
Rey, as far as I know your an A-HULL :smt002 Your welcome to join us anywhere! Or maybe join another team that might actually win :smt005
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going bonkers...That's it I am gonna fish bass for a few hrs tomorrow!
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Rey, as far as I know your an A-HULL :smt002 Your welcome to join us anywhere! Or maybe join another team that might actually win :smt005
Yeah if you join the A-Hulls you will end up watching everyone launching, while too drunk to stand up on you own feet, they only know how to party but never care how to catch a fish :smt044 :smt044
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Any musicians bringing their AXES?
Think I'll bring an acoustic bass this year,
brought the banjo the last two years, picked a little, but was asleep when the jammin started :smt012
Tad
:smt006
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Rey, as far as I know your an A-HULL :smt002 Your welcome to join us anywhere! Or maybe join another team that might actually win :smt005
Yeah if you join the A-Hulls you will end up watching everyone launching, while too drunk to stand up on you own feet, they only know how to party but never care how to catch a fish :smt044 :smt044
WORD, they know how to party!
But they can fish as well!
Tad
:smt006
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Do we have to have an 18" net or it has to be 18" if we use one? Is 18 max or minimum?
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The Loose Screws
VJO Hobie Dave - Dave
Sailfish - Sonny
Jedmo - Jed
Daviator - Dave
Bennettdanville - Martin
G-whiz - Glen
I'm sure there are at least a couple more "screws". Can someone complete the list?
:smt010
I guess I'm no longer deserving of the name "I STARTED" :smt044
Oh well - anybody want to take on a newb :smt003
I could always go as the LONE HOPPER :smt005
See Ya There,
Eric / Yakhopper
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Do we have to have an 18" net or it has to be 18" if we use one? Is 18 max or minimum?
just have....18" min
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The Loose Screws
VJO Hobie Dave - Dave
Sailfish - Sonny
Jedmo - Jed
Daviator - Dave
Bennettdanville - Martin
G-whiz - Glen
I'm sure there are at least a couple more "screws". Can someone complete the list?
:smt010
I guess I'm no longer deserving of the name "I STARTED" :smt044
Oh well - anybody want to take on a newb :smt003
I could always go as the LONE HOPPER :smt005
See Ya There,
Eric / Yakhopper
You me buddy. Team ERIC...where is the host, Eric B and Kunz!
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Eric,
I knew I would miss at least one but not the charter member who named the team.
My apologies!
Martin
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The Loose Screws
VJO Hobie Dave - Dave
Sailfish - Sonny
Jedmo - Jed
Daviator - Dave
Bennettdanville - Martin
G-whiz - Glen
I'm sure there are at least a couple more "screws". Can someone complete the list?
:smt010
I guess I'm no longer deserving of the name "I STARTED" :smt044
Oh well - anybody want to take on a newb :smt003
I could always go as the LONE HOPPER :smt005
See Ya There,
Eric / Yakhopper
You me buddy. Team ERIC...where is the host, Eric B and Kunz!
I like the sound of "TEAM ERIC" sign me up (we might have a strong chance of dominating those A-HULLS) :smt044 :smt044 :smt044
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The Loose Screws
VJO Hobie Dave - Dave
Sailfish - Sonny
Jedmo - Jed
Daviator - Dave
Bennettdanville - Martin
G-whiz - Glen
I'm sure there are at least a couple more "screws". Can someone complete the list?
You forgot Tiny :smt003
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Team name? Did I miss something? Do I need to be a member of a team?
Rey
Rey, as far as I know your an A-HULL :smt002 Your welcome to join us anywhere! Or maybe join another team that might actually win :smt005
Al I'll be honored to join you A-HULLS! Love the way you guys party and let loose. Brings back my younger days. :smt001 :smt044
I get lucky once in a while with a big fin. So hopefully I can contribute to the team. :smt002 :smt002
Rey
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Teams so far,
North Valley Slayers
Loose Screws
A -Hulls (Please list your members when you sober up) :smt044 :smt003
ERIC (members pending)
HAC-P (unless they join the A -Hulls)
Any other teams out there?
Tad
:smt006
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Any musicians bringing their AXES?
Think I'll bring an acoustic bass this year,
brought the banjo the last two years, picked a little, but was asleep when the jammin started :smt012
Tad
:smt006
I'll bring my guitar. Have not pick in a while but I can play the chords if I bring a music book.
Rey
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The NOHUM HOOKERS
Cajun=Greg
Jimmy=Jimmy
Topher2=topher
may be a few more joining from Northern Humboldt
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The NOHUM HOOKERS
Cajun=Greg
Jimmy=Jimmy
Topher2=topher
may be a few more joining from Northern Humboldt
I like the team name :smt004 (and get it) :smt002
Tad
:smt006
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We are missing team
Shark Bait, I think ADAM should lead this :smt044
Chum Bucket
Happy Hookers
etc...
I will decide when I get there may I will ask loose screws to adopt me again...
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Teams so far,
North Valley Slayers
Loose Screws
A -Hulls (Please list your members when you sober up) :smt044 :smt003
ERIC (members pending)
HAC-P (unless they join the A -Hulls)
NOHUM HOOKERS
Any other teams out there?
Tad
:smt006
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We are missing team
Shark Bait, I think ADAM should lead this :smt044
Chum Bucket
Happy Hookers
etc...
I will decide when I get there may I will ask loose screws to adopt me again...
There'll be a small fee for this year adoption :smt044
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Hey a Loose Screw is always good, but you can't beat a Cheap Hooker! :smt044
The Cheap Hookers will represent! :smt006
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http://forecast.weather.gov/MapClick.php?lat=40.01985862081138&lon=-124.07044887542725&site=eka&unit=0&lg=en (http://forecast.weather.gov/MapClick.php?lat=40.01985862081138&lon=-124.07044887542725&site=eka&unit=0&lg=en)
Here's the current NWS point forecast for SC. Sunday currently projected to be flat with 5-8 knot East winds becoming variable and decreasing in afternoon. Flat and calm would be nice!
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Sur Commandos a virtual team which stays within VHF range but not visual. :-) Grey light launch as always.
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OK gettin ready,checkin tackle and cant find a couple of scopace pills,anyone have an extra?So my plan is to go for Salmon,Salmon and maybe rockies :smt012Im so looking forward to seen my brothers from other mothers,cant wait.And by the way CheapHookers will Reighn [kick ass]Alright Amigos will see you all soon,drive carefully.One more thing I havent reserved a spot,should I do it manana or does anyone have a spot for a truck and a tent ,Im arrivin Fri noonish and am willing and able to whoop it up uppon arival.See ya all soon!!!
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I used the patches and they didn't work for me. I switched to Meclazine and it works great for me. I will have plenty for you if you want to use it. Not drinking coffee before I dive makes all the difference.
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And by the way CheapHookers will Reign [kick ass]Alright Amigos!
:smt023
Gabe, I've got no scopace pills either. Maybe we will find some on the 'black market'. :smt003
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I never thought that I would say this; I am a cheap hooker. :smt044 BIG HAMMER WILL RULE!
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I was Team SharkBait last year, but was already an A-Hull at heart!
:smt002 :smt005 :smt044
During this past year they have adopted me and I wouldn't change that for the world....yes, the partying is extreme at times ( :smt003) but we know how to bring home fish AND how to cook and share and take care of each other as well!!
:smt004
Just spent the afternoon in Salinas loading all my fish slaying and partying supplies into the Morales Man Van...ran into a bunch of Andy's family and friends that I have met off and on at partys over the past year....good folks just stopping by to wish their boy good luck on his big trip up North!!
Think so far the A-Hull brigade for tourney day this year consists of (at least!!):
1. FishMaster1
2. AlsHobieOutback
3. SinCoast
4. DpShim
5. LapuLapu
6. Kris
7. Sara
8. BigJim
SO F*CKING EXCITED TO GET UP THERE!!!!!!!!
:smt006
Sincerely,
Jim
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Tad - I like the idea of keeping stats on team scores and encourage you to go for it. :smt003
Our Team - "Local Connection":
Brandi
Domenic
redwoodfox
SRJ
Abking
Matanaska
I've extended an invite to a couple others and we'll see who commits and adds to the team roster.
Get yourself on a team by tournament time. The requirement is a team of at least two yakkers, and each team will have a waterproof VHF.
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the A- WHOS?
since when did sledge jump ship? JUDAS!
the HANGOVERS
brdopry & his whiskey slammin wifey
dr fektavious
geoff -(if he decides to roll)
my boy mike rizo ( brought him to redbarn last fall)
sledge....what happend bro? LOL
:smt044 :smt044 :smt044
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:smt003
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A-hulls is my dream team :smt007 :smt007 :smt007 :smt008
i was just wondering if anyone might have an extra hogtroff i can use at GS. i dont wanna slay any fish, we got a long drive and i'd rather let the little fishies go.
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the A- WHOS?
since when did sledge jump ship? JUDAS!
the HANGOVERS
brdopry & his whiskey slammin wifey
dr fektavious
geoff -(if he decides to roll)
my boy mike rizo ( brought him to redbarn last fall)
sledge....what happend bro? LOL
:smt044 :smt044 :smt044
My bad...I forgot Sledge had already claimed allegiance to you bunch of hooligans..you can have him!
:smt002 :smt005 :smt005 :smt005 :smt044 :smt044 :smt044 :smt044 :smt044
I know we're all gonna be getting sloppy and hungover together anyway!
:smt006
Sincerely,
Jim
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I just got the thumbs up from both work & the Mrs! Woot! Any chance I can still get in on the tourney? Either way I'll be there!
A quick ? Do I understand that the opening rockfish day is Sunday, so it will be salmon & finfish only on Saturday?
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Drive safe everybody. Half of the Loose Screws will be up there Friday afternoon.
See you all there soon.
Jedmo
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Who's team am I on .Last year I was a loose screw.Looking for a team. Yakhopper ,EWB.Let me know.tiny.
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Any chance I can still get in on the tourney?
I'm stoked that you're coming up, but, sorry, Roughster, registration closed back in April. For fairness to all those who pre-registered we're not allowing any late entries. The entire group will definitely welcome you though - including the potlucks. Lots of people will be getting in the water for diving too. I have a limited number of t-shirts too, so hit me up when we meet and maybe I can set you up with that at least. :smt001
As for the opener, you're right that Friday and Saturday we'll just be targeting salmon (and other finfish - don't tell anyone, but some may be going hunting for perch!! :smt005). The opener is when things really get good, because all of those pesky rockfish and lings that have been bycatch so often lately will now be part of the madness. :smt004
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A-hulls is my dream team :smt007 :smt007 :smt007 :smt008
i was just wondering if anyone might have an extra hogtroff i can use at GS. i dont wanna slay any fish, we got a long drive and i'd rather let the little fishies go.
You dont need to borrow just when you get a big one holler the bro next to you they will be more than happy to witness your catch!
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I never thought that I would say this; I am a cheap hooker. :smt044 BIG HAMMER WILL RULE!
Can I Join the CheapHookers? Craig I need the Big Hammer Mojo..I got some Jigs from Bird to pair them Thanks guys!
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So here is my situation. Yesterday, 5/10 I get a phone call saying I have to work mandatory overtime for today, 5/11. Cool, I love overtime pay as much as the next guy, but here is where shit gets weird. I work 48hrs at a time and my regular shift is Thursday and Friday. So that means I'm working Wednesday through Friday, getting off work at 0800 Saturday morning at and getting my ass up to Shelter Cove!
So after I got the Mando overtime call on Tuesday I had to rush and throw all my camping and fishing gear together in a hurry. I've already come to realize that I forgot my BBQ and Spices/Seasonings however I did manage to remember my camp stove. I'll be stopping in Willits for food to throw in my cooler. I just want to give you guys a heads up that I'm going to need to use someone's BBQ, thank you all in advance for helpin a brother out! I'm way excited to get to meet all you guys who I've followed online for a longtime now and get to fish with you! I've got my yak on my truck and the truck bed is filled with all my camping gear. Shitty thing is, is that it's all loaded up and ready to go, but I cant touch it till Saturday! Torture! I hope there is WiFi or something at the cove, cause I'll be hurting for a report from all you lucky bastards that get to get up there Thursday and Friday! Good luck with the Salmon fella's, and drive safe on your way up. I predict I'll be arriving at the cove at around 2 on Saturday. I'll be ready to pull some abs as soon as I get there, so if anyone wants to Ab dive with me Saturday afternoon, holler! Oh! And just to let you guys know, this will be my first time Rockfishing! Im stoked! Dont worry my friends, I've taken the yak out on the ocean many times, just not for rockfish though. I know there isn't any real point to this post aside from me telling you guys what I've realized I've already forgot and that I'm down to Ab dive, but I guess I just need to vent my excitement! I've got my professional face on here at work, but as soon as the clock strikes 0800 Saturday morning I'll be leaving Mr. Professional in Concord and turn into the Partying-fishing-diving dude known as Jeff/Shellback. I'm stoked to get to meet and get to hang with so many NCKA'ers, catching fish and poppin abs is a bonus! See ya at the cove Saturday at about 2!
Jeff
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O.K. I need clarification,
Have I been booted from the Loose Screws?
Is there really a "Team Eric"?
Is it Friday yet?
Is it really time for GS-5?
So many questions
So much to do
Will the sounds in my head ever go away?
:fishing1 1 MORE DAY :fishing1
See Ya There,
Eric / Yakhopper
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I'm going to need to use someone's BBQ, thank you all in advance for helpin a brother out!
I hope there is WiFi or something at the cove...
Jeff
Hey Jeff,
I'm bringing a BBQ that you can use; I can tether from my laptop & phone, plus a have a mobile booster built into the RV... I should be able to get a signal out...
Stop by the Loose Screws campsites #9 & #10...
Glen
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O.K. I need clarification,
Have I been booted from the Loose Screws? No, once a Loose Screw, always a Loose Screw unless you found a new screw :smt003
Is there really a "Team Eric"? Maybe, if not you can be the founder of this team :smt002
Is it Friday yet? Only 1 more day!
Is it really time for GS-5? Yes since a few are leaving for SC today.
So many questions
So much to do
Will the sounds in my head ever go away? Go see a shrink :smt044
:fishing1 1 MORE DAY :fishing1
See Ya There,
Eric / Yakhopper
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66 Wahoooooooo!!!
I can't wait until tomorrow when I finally get to the cove. I'm all packed and ready to go. Come on clock...speed up!
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Does anyone know if mussels are ok to harvest up here? I need to get a plate all steamed up this year and was hoping to harvest a few this weekend.
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Packed! :smt003
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I'm pretty sure the mussell closure came early this year - you'd better check into that prior to picking/eating any.
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Does anyone know if mussels are ok to harvest up here? I need to get a plate all steamed up this year and was hoping to harvest a few this weekend.
I recalled it's closed on May 1st.
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:smt003
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Hey Al, are you doing this while you're driving with one hand? :smt001 Thanks for adding my Pic bro. Like the way you put that all together. C ya on Sat morning.
Rey
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Be careful driving down the hill Andy with that load of yours. :smt003 Your gonna
hook me up again with some Uni right bro? At first no one wanted to try it out
from GS3. Now everybody is HOOKED into it. :smt044 :smt044 This is going to be
a long day here at work. :smt009
Jedmo
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Eric, As the namer of the Loose Screws, I'm pretty sure you get to decide who's a Screw. You and Tiny were mistakenly left off of the list. I look forward to fishing with you guys.
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Be careful driving down the hill Andy with that load of yours. :smt003 Your gonna
hook me up again with some Uni right bro? At first no one wanted to try it out
from GS3. Now everybody is HOOKED into it. :smt044 :smt044 This is going to be
a long day here at work. :smt009
Jedmo
Not as heavy as it looks! Mostly Jims clothes! He thinks hes going to the fucin prom!
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Be careful driving down the hill Andy with that load of yours. :smt003 Your gonna
hook me up again with some Uni right bro? At first no one wanted to try it out
from GS3. Now everybody is HOOKED into it. :smt044 :smt044 This is going to be
a long day here at work. :smt009
Jedmo
Not as heavy as it looks! Mostly Jims clothes! He thinks hes going to the fucin prom!
You mutha f*#ker!!!!!!!!!!!!!
:smt013 :smt013 :smt005 :smt044 :smt044
I brought very few clothes...which you will find out by how bad I stink on the way home!!
:smt003
Now beer...I brought a lot of beer...
Let's get going already!!
:smt004
:smt006
Sincerely,
Jim
ps...when I left Andy's house last night that van was half empty and had all of our stuff already in it...I think SINCOAST loaded it up to the gills with who knows what foofoo junk!!
:smt002 :smt005 :smt008 :smt044 :smt044
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Its cause the bastard just threw everthing in! :smt009
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Its cause the bastard just threw everthing in! :smt009
:smt009 :smt009
You and I packed our gear in there TIGHT...like....well....how about tight like a wolf eel squeezed back into his hole.
:smt002 :smt005 :smt044
Then PK comes along and just dumps his stuff willy nilly on top of all of our hard work....think he needs to drive down the hill for that one!!
:smt002 :smt003 :smt005 :smt005 :smt005 :smt044 :smt044 :smt044
:smt006
Sincerely,
Jim
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TORTURE!!!!!!
Humboldt Tuna Club's 5/12 Shelter Cove Salmon report:
Nellie 845 AM
6 boats out several fish caught so far... ocean flat several talking about running up to Gorda for Butts..
I... AM..... Go... INg... CrAzZZYYYYYYYYYYYY
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Goodluck to everyone out there at the cove this weekend, wish i could join yall. I hopin and lookin forward to seein a monster ling/fish brought in to take this one..Be safe and have fun my bros, ricci. will painfully be thinkin about yall while stuck here!!!
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TORTURE!!!!!!
Humboldt Tuna Club's 5/12 Shelter Cove Salmon report:
Nellie 845 AM
6 boats out several fish caught so far... ocean flat several talking about running up to Gorda for Butts..
I... AM..... Go... INg... CrAzZZYYYYYYYYYYYY
Where do you get your updates for the salmon and how far is out to Gorda?
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Jimbo, checkout humboldttuna.com for updated info in that area.
I don't know where all that other crap came from Jim...but I only packed 1 tupperware w/all my yak&dive gear, my clothes, rods&reels, orange marine box, and an inflatable air mattress.
Al, I think we got 1 more Ahulls to add. Don't forget our secret weapon ringer Ryan LingKing!
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Alains on the road already! Bastard!!!!!!! :smt013 :smt013 :smt013.... I was barelly able to get Rey added in time! :smt002
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Jimbo - they run like 12-22 miles north for Pacific 'buts around Punta Gorda and along the Lost Coast between there and the Cove.
Humboldt Tuna Club has the best local fishing info for Humboldt.
While many of the powerboats head south to the Old Man and the Hat it's actually the case that most of the salmon that have been caught have been out near the Whistle - 1 mile in front of the hotels.
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We will be finishing a ab/spearfishing dive about this time tomorrow!!!!
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HTC update:
Nellie 1210 PM Noon
8 boats out 10 fish -- wind coming up strong ALL BOATS HEADED IN
If I hadn't mentioned it, I AM GOING INSANE!!!!!!! :smt003 :smt010 :smt044 :smt005 :smt006 :smt001
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Can't make it to GS5, but had to throw my post on to push the count one closer to 1,000! You guys are gonna kill 'em, I'm so frickin' jealous! I'll be keeping any eye on things, keep those cameras snappin!
Tight lines & cold brews,
-beenfishin
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We will be finishing a ab/spearfishing dive about this time tomorrow!!!!
YEEHAWWW!!!!!!!!!
:smt004
I'm f'ing PSYCHED to get in the water!
:smt006
Sincerely,
Jim
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I saw the warden at my favorite lunch spot 30 minutes ago - they'll be there in force! I told him that we've been reviewing rules and such - he said there were no problems with our group last year. Let's keep it that way! I told him that I've made it clear to all competitors that the group will not defend a participant who breaks DFG rules.
I'm having a hard time holding it together and just hope to sleep tonight... :smt006
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Too much work to finish and not enough time with major distraction. Argh..... It will be all over soon. After work and a HS Chorus Concert I should be able to focus on the important stuff and start loading up.
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I saw the warden at my favorite lunch spot 30 minutes ago - they'll be there in force! I told him that we've been reviewing rules and such - he said there were no problems with our group last year. Let's keep it that way! I told him that I've made it clear to all competitors that the group will not defend a participant who breaks DFG rules.
I'm having a hard time holding it together and just hope to sleep tonight... :smt006
Nice.
I know I wouldn't be able to sleep so am gonna drive all night instead!
:smt003
See you tomorrow morning in the campground bro!!!!!!!!!!
:smt006
Sincerely,
Jim
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Epic weekend coming up!!! Freaking Stoked!!! Good times with good Friends/fishing/abbing/eating/drinking... ya got to love NCKA...
So what's the skinny on the side bets??? I want in on that!!!
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So what's the skinny on the side bets??? I want in on that!!!
Biggest Fu#$%ng Ling gets the Bling! $5 WHo's in. Caught any way you want spear or fish.
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So what's the skinny on the side bets??? I want in on that!!!
Biggest Fu#$%ng Ling gets the Bling! $5 WHo's in. Caught any way you want spear or fish.
I'm IN Jimbo!!!!!!!!
:smt004
Assuming a Hawg Trough pic of a CnRed Ling would work as well?!?
:smt006
Sincerely,
Jim
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So what's the skinny on the side bets??? I want in on that!!!
Biggest Fu#$%ng Ling gets the Bling! $5 WHo's in. Caught any way you want spear or fish.
I'm IN Jimbo!!!!!!!!
:smt004
Assuming a Hawg Trough pic of a CnRed Ling would work as well?!?
:smt006
Sincerely,
Jim
Unless its a big breeder it's getting the full bath...beer/flour/peanut oil and all the other goodness!!! HA!!!
so longest most weight??? whats the winning gambet??? also lost my Hawg trough @ GS4 wonder if some one turned it in @ jacks place...????
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Packed! :smt003
Hey Andy, You forgot the BEER :smt044 :smt003
Tad
:smt006
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Packed! :smt003
Hey Andy, You forgot the BEER :smt044 :smt003
Tad
:smt006
LOL!!!!!!!!
NOT!
I know I put at least 150 beers in there...of course there may be quite a few less by the time the ManVan actually gets there!!
Andy's driving first...that will give me time to decompress, relax and sip on one or two before its my turn for a spell at the wheel...once he retires from the wheel I think he and his cousin(?) Scruffy are gonna be working on decreasing the overall weight of the van by emptying beers down their throats!!
:smt005 :smt005 :smt005 :smt005 :smt044 :smt044
Another hour or so of work...go pick up my daughter from day care, drop her off with a different baby-sitter, book down to Salinas and GET ON THE EFFING ROAD!!!!!!!!!!!
WOOHOO!!!
:smt006
Sincerely,
Jim
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WhoooHoooo, packed and ready to go. Leaving very early in the morning to hit a fresh water lake on the way up to break up the drive. See you all there Friday afternoon.
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You guys all have problems.
I haven't even started packing yet... :smt009
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Hope you all have a GREAT time! :smt006
Al
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Hey boys and girls,
I'm showing up at the cove tomorrow late morning with two fresh giant(both are over ten inches)abalone for snacks. Someone has to volunteer to prepare and cook them for an evening get together. I bring em you cook em. Let me know, or I'll have to leave them behind. They were harvested today and currently reside live in their shells on a bed of ice. Can't wait to arrive and see you all.
Shannon
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im tempted to leave tonight... DAMIT!
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im tempted to leave tonight... DAMIT!
me too!
I snuck into work an hour early, so I can leave early...
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Did I mention that you are all INSANE. The Andy and Jim show is killing me, I can just picture that van ripping up the road with a bunch of lunatics inside, talking shi-, fishing stuff, drinking beer, laughing, singing, just road tripping to the rainbow's end. You two knuckle draggers remind me of Cheech and Chong.
Shannon
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Packed! :smt003
Hey Andy, You forgot the BEER :smt044 :smt003
Tad
:smt006
LOL!!!!!!!!
NOT!
I know I put at least 150 beers in there...of course there may be quite a few less by the time the ManVan actually gets there!!
Andy's driving first...that will give me time to decompress, relax and sip on one or two before its my turn for a spell at the wheel...once he retires from the wheel I think he and his cousin(?) Scruffy are gonna be working on decreasing the overall weight of the van by emptying beers down their throats!!
:smt005 :smt005 :smt005 :smt005 :smt044 :smt044
Another hour or so of work...go pick up my daughter from day care, drop her off with a different baby-sitter, book down to Salinas and GET ON THE EFFING ROAD!!!!!!!!!!!
WOOHOO!!!
:smt006
Sincerely,
Jim
BigJim, drinking all the beer isn't going to save an ounce on that man van weight. It is "depositing" the remains of all that beer along 101, and Shelter Cove Road that is going to reduce the weight :smt003
I am loading up right now! I wish I could leave tonight, I am too excited to sleep tonight.
Matt
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Can we get gas in the cove?
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On the road!!!! Tunes pumping, beer flowing!! I'm ctually on my last one cu I'm driving in 3 hours. O
Sincoast got first shift!!
Srj bout summed it up!!!!!
Lmfao!!!
Sincerely,
Jim
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Can we get gas in the cove?
Yes, there's a General store about 1.5 miles before the cove which is the only gas station there. I would fill up at gas station in Gaberville at the corner of Redway road.
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When are you showing up Sonny?
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When are you showing up Sonny?
I'm car pooling with Darius. We leave Saturday morning and should be there early afternoon unless Darius can't find his Baluts. :smt005
Page 69...Yeeeee Haaaawwww
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I wonder if Al and Sara are there yet?
I wish I was there now :smt012
Hittin the road 0600 hope to arrive by noon :smt003
Safe journey all,
See me about signing up your team for the 1st ever (experimental :smt002) Gimme Shelter 5 team competition :smt004
It's to late to make awards or give out swag, but it should be fun, interesting and help grow the Brotherhood! :smt003
If it works well this year maybe it will become a regular thing :smt003
Format: teams of 2-10 anglers,
You can only represent (fish) for 1 team and must be registered for the main tourney.
Total individual scores of each angler on the team is divided by the number of anglers on the team.
(team average)
I have made up some team scorecards,
so come find me Fri. or Sat. and sign up your team.
Teams must have signed up with me by Sat. night
I'll be in the campground when I'm not fishin or at the Tides Inn at the potluck.
Lots of luck to all teams entered.
Won't be long now, Can't wait to get on the salt :smt003
Tad
:smt006
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I will put together some swag bags for Tad's team competition prizes, so make sure you sign up!
I am 90 percent loaded. I could not stand it and threw in the free dive gear! I really want to try out the long fins if the vis is good. I won't try scuba this year with my recent root canal, but have got to get out in the water. I will probably look like a seal out there with my winter weight :smt009 Oh well, Uni and Abs, oh yeah!!!!!!!
We are headed out around 0800 hours. See you all there!!!!!!!! GMS here we come!!!!!!!!
Matt
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I will put together some swag bags for Tad's team competition prizes, so make sure you sign up!
We are headed out around 0800 hours. See you all there!!!!!!!! GMS here we come!!!!!!!!
Matt
Way cool Matt! :smt004
That's how we Slayers roll :smt002
Tad
:smt006
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Right on, Tad and Matt - get that team competition ramped up!! :smt001
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Took this today at the Cove in the morning.
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Loading up for GS5
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... last minute brushing up on species identification;
I need to really get the flock out of here......
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We're OTR passing thru Willits right now! ETA 1AM @ Shelter Cove! Andy wants to pickup hitchhikers...
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Glad we have entertainment has the Insomnia Torture Continues..... :happy1:
Guess I'll go restring the Guitar.... :smt035
See ya Soon....
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F$%#in a man ,I cant sleep am takin meds ,almost all packed,have to stop by outdoor pro shp @ ten to finallize my gear.Looks like Ill be there 2 -3Fri.Hey Andy and Jim F#@# u P@#$$s Im comin to get ya.Cant Wait, drive carefully,Gabe
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Andy sez FU gabe...if he were awake lol...we r in redwayˇ
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WhaaHoo,
Let the festivities begin :smt003
Tad
:smt006
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Took this today at the Cove in the morning.
Please God let it be like this Saturday and Sunday :smt003
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Good Morning, GS5! :smt006 Just gotta pack the truck, feed the kids, get some groceries, and head down the road. See y'all down at Ocean Wonderland. I'll be the guy with chronic cheek pain from smiling so big. :smt003 :smt003 :smt003
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See ya down there. Just one question though since I haven't fished for salmon in a long time. What is the best method they are using for catching salmon out there? I am thinking about getting 20 specra line and using either a slinding sinker or drop sinker rig trolling or mooching anchovies.
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I'll be trying a #40 diving plan to a large UV sling blade to a white/pink UV full size hoochie tipped with "something". What that something should be I would also be curious. I am tempted to try corn since the land locked Kings love to gobble it up, but suspect that a small strip of sardine / chovy might be a better call. Maybe corn on the inner hook and the sardine strip on the back trailer hook?
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Nice last minute question!
http://youtu.be/-O6aqTsFpi0 (http://youtu.be/-O6aqTsFpi0)
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Thanks Eric that videos is great for hooking up the chovies! Your trolling set up is pretty much exactly what I will be using, so thats a bit of comfort knowing I have at least the right gear behind me!
I don't know if anyone else realized this, but today is Friday the 13th.....scary..... :smt108
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Now I'm ready to roll! Can't wait to get up there on Sat. Sure is going to get lonely on the post with everyone either all ready there or on their way up. :smt044
Later
Jimbo
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Jim,
What time are you leaving in the morning? I plan to leave Danville around 5:00 AM.
I'll be driving a dark grey Subaru Outback with a yellow Revo on top.
Martin
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Damn all this fuzz about GS5..I couldn't sleep its my first sleepless night since i was caught banging my best friends GF :smt005 I had to take Ativan to get knockout and f**k 2x to make sure Im exhausted..I am 60% Packed...
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GS5 bound. See you all there!
Brandi
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Jim,
What time are you leaving in the morning? I plan to leave Danville around 5:00 AM.
I'll be driving a dark grey Subaru Outback with a yellow Revo on top.
Martin
I am hoping to get on the road about then also. Driving a big black chevy pulling a pop-up trailer with zodiak and kayak. You won't be able to miss us.
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Truck's packed, a few groceries to get... Just got word from work that turmoil and conflict are brewing. Sounds like they're SOL until at least next Wednesday! :smt003
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We're out of here. I hope to be there by 7 or 8. GS5 here we come.
Al, Montana says the guy flaked on him.
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Have a blast today and tomorrow all, I'm jealous. See you Sunday morning!
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was really painful as i left lake mendo this afternoon, after fishing this morning with a couple of guys heading to the cove, and headed south, and then seeing all the kayaks heading north, have a great time guys, cameron
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Have a good trip there guys. I'll see you there tomorrow...
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Sonny, when are you leaving?
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Sonny, when are you leaving?
Darius said he'll be at my home around 9am. I'm just about ready to go home and start packing. See you guys there tomorrow.
71 page and counting... :smt003
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Damn! Just heard from the early arrival "Screws". The Daves, Jedmo, G-Whiz and Tiny are there. I think I'm gonna have to hit the sack early and maybe leave earlier than originally planned. Maybe I can get there before noon. Can't wait!
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Its hard knowing that everyone is up there and I am down here. Work wouldn't geive me monday off so I had to pass. Have a good time everyone.
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I've been staring at my packed truck since Wednesday! I can't wait to get on the road! I'll be leaving Concord/Pleasant Hill around 9 tomorrow morning. I've got to make a quick stop at Safeway in Willits and somewhere for some squid and anchovies, then I'm cove bound! If any of you guys happen to see me on 101 wave!
By the way, since I'll probably be there to late in the day to Salmon fish, anyone want to Ab dive? See you guys at the cove!
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Low tide around 3pm. If we get there before 2pm, I'll try to get some Ab.
Tides for Shelter Cove starting with May 14, 2011.
Day High Tide Height Sunrise Moon Time % Moon
/Low Time Feet Sunset Visible
Sa 14 Low 3:22 AM -0.1 6:02 AM Set 3:52 AM 82
14 High 9:31 AM 4.4 8:24 PM Rise 5:37 PM
14 Low 2:56 PM 1.1
14 High 9:18 PM 6.6
Su 15 Low 4:14 AM -0.9 6:01 AM Set 4:27 AM 90
15 High 10:36 AM 4.5 8:25 PM Rise 6:52 PM
15 Low 3:44 PM 1.4
15 High 10:00 PM 6.9
M 16 Low 5:04 AM -1.5 6:00 AM Set 5:08 AM 96
16 High 11:35 AM 4.6 8:25 PM Rise 8:06 PM
16 Low 4:33 PM 1.8
16 High 10:43 PM 7.0
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You guys need to hit the road a little earlier. Why not shoot for a noon arrival?
I know sleep isn't a factor for Sailfish! See you guys on the road in the morning!
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You guys need to hit the road a little earlier. Why not shoot for a noon arrival?
I know sleep isn't a factor for Sailfish! See you guys on the road in the morning!
I'll call Darius and try to convince him to leave earlier!
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You guys need to hit the road a little earlier. Why not shoot for a noon arrival?
I know sleep isn't a factor for Sailfish! See you guys on the road in the morning!
I wish I could! I'm at work and dont get off till 8am probably 0830 is when my relief will show up. Trust me, as soon as I can I'm outta here! I'm excited to try some of your homebrew too! I bought a book called "How To Brew" a while back and am gonna brew my first batch one day soon. See you guys up there!
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I am really bummed i can't come this year. My wife and i are moving into our new place this weekend..Have a good time and don't do anything i wouldn't do
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Just got off the phone with Darius. I was able to convince him to leave 1 hour earlier than his plan. Hopefully we can get there around noon time. Yeeeee Haaaawwwww!!!
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Last minute bail! :smt010
Sorry guys, I intended to leave early this am. but, it's not going to happen.
I'll have to fish the cove with my brothers another time.
Eric - another great job organizing, please donate my reg. $ to the cause.
novofish
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Darius just called and said he's on the way to my house. Hope to see some of you on the way to Shelter Cove :smt006
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8:48am leaving now!
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I want to see pics of this event. No pics means it didn't happen. Unless everyone is saving the camera for tomorrow.
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I just got home about an hour ago and finally am done unpacking. I'll type up the report tomorrow, but here is a sneak peek!
(http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5149/5725007731_db933f4d62_z.jpg)
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who won this thing?? I know someones a proud owner of a new kayak! Lets hear it!
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No doubt...all I can figure are there's 93 guys fighting massive hangovers this morning! :smt002
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A lot of guys, including Eric, stayed down there to fish today. I think ppl are just waiting for the GS5 "master thread" to show up . . probably will by tonight or tomorrow.
It was good - lots of fish caught. Some good pics are coming.
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It's Kinda Glassy Calm right now with a afternoon wind supposed to blow, with about a dozen or so picking up RockFish and another Pacific Hali was Landed today...
WTG Darius!!! :fishing1
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Darius got a hali??
NICE!
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It's Kinda Glassy Calm right now with a afternoon wind supposed to blow, with about a dozen or so picking up RockFish and another Pacific Hali was Landed today...
WTG Darius!!! :fishing1
Pacific Hali... Those are supposed to be big. I can't wait to see the pics.
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ALRIGHT ALREADY. I CAN'T TAKE IT ANYMORE. POST UP YOU CRUEL B@$74R9$ !!¡!¡¿¿? :)
Sorry for shouting.
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i know it! Lets hear something.. Did Darius take it???
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No darius didnt do it but he still has a mango in his pocket
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C'mon guys, this is like going to a strip club and finding out it's only topless. but this is even worse because there's no boobs. where's the porn! we want GS5 fish porn!
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C'mon guys, this is like going to a strip club and finding out it's only topless. but this is even worse because there's no boobs. where's the porn! we want GS5 fish porn!
That is some funny s@#t! But I to am waiting for some serious fish porn!!!! Bring it!
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Andys got some great pics and we gatta get his son to post the vid!!!!!!
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staying on the strip club theme...here is a dancer with c-section scar with small boobs for ya. And I don't think I cracked the top 20 and this doesn't include the 30 in ling at 16+ in cab that I released. The winner SMOKED us all..
(http://i53.tinypic.com/1z6ayxk.jpg)
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are you for real, wow i missed out big :smt010
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staying on the strip club theme...here is a dancer with c-section scar with small boobs for ya. And I don't think I cracked the top 20 and this doesn't include the 30 in ling at 16+ in cab that I released. The winner SMOKED us all..
(http://i53.tinypic.com/1z6ayxk.jpg)
Lol...wow, that is an impressive sneak peak there eric, like james said, are you for real? Im super stoked to see and hear who won this now, especially when you put it like that! Just one question I have tho, are we gonna be surprised or no?
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staying on the strip club theme...here is a dancer with c-section scar with small boobs for ya. And I don't think I cracked the top 20 and this doesn't include the 30 in ling at 16+ in cab that I released. The winner SMOKED us all..
(http://i53.tinypic.com/1z6ayxk.jpg)
Lol...wow, that is an impressive sneak peak there eric, like james said, are you for real? Im super stoked to see and hear who won this now, especially when you put it like that! Just one question I have tho, are we gonna be surprised or no?
HA...The stringer will blow you away! The angler knows what they are doing! I think he won by several hundred points!
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what a f........ BLAST!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! GS5 was my first event with NCKA and it for DAMN SURE wont be the last. it was great meeting so many of our awesome brothers, and of course seeing old faces again. drinkin, eating so damn well, and more drinking and more eating! the fishing was awesome, and beautiful weather :smt044 i am already so anxious for albion, so i can see and fish with all you guys again.
i am also very honored to have been takin in by the mighty A-Hulls! much love brothers!!!!!!!
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Eric and the NCKA "Brotherhood", Thanks for putting on such a great event. Even with bad weather, it was an unbelievable weekend. Nothing left to do but count the days until Albion and GS-6.
Martin
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Should I start the count down now? :smt044
Only 363 days til GS6!
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Sonny, thanks for the countdown. I'm already thinking about next year lol!! :D
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Sonny, thanks for the countdown. I'm already thinking about next year lol!! :D
I'm planning to be there at least a couple more times before GS6!
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FYI,
I have already booked a room for every possable weekend of GS-6 at the tides :smt003
CORRECTION - MY WIFE already booked the room :smt005
Not sure, but I think she had a good time :smt044
See You at GS-6,
Eric / Yakhopper
(and Family)
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We did the same