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Title: Albion 2010
Post by: mickfish on August 01, 2010, 07:28:40 PM: The Ocean was bumpy and the Fishing was slow but there was love in the air.
Thank You Mr. and Mirs Davis you did a great job for a good cause you made everybody Proud and Happy to be an NCKA'er very moving.
Jack's Refuge Kitchen was rocking 3 squares a day of top notch grup thank you Lyle,Jack and Cam.
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Post by: starlifter on August 01, 2010, 07:31:20 PM: That paella was off the hook man!! :smt007
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Post by: Sailfish on August 01, 2010, 07:43:38 PM: Thanks for the pictures Mike. I can smell the food right now :smt003
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Post by: iroelikethat on August 01, 2010, 08:17:04 PM: At about 12:15 2 cops went screamin across the bridge, I was still in the cove fishing. (cause I roelikethat) but 2 hours later after the traffic was cleared I passed the scene of a horrific accident ... anyway... while being delayed just outside Albion, I heard on the Radio that someone lost their kayak on the freeway.... so who was it??? many people to thank.... ravensblack/linelle for all the hard work you have done, kayak jack, baitnbeer briang dave, thanks for the grub.. chuck for donating the crab trap, juan for not going to 35 on the trap,lol ...ab man the crab rope, guitarzan for the shark donut, all of the people that made the prizes, Eric and the others... and wonderful food. (Jim, Cameron fishmaster1..etc.. Dennis, just for being Dennis and Joel what can I say about mooch that has not already been said... and all the rest of my NCKA brothers. you all rock the boat....http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=28jBDhqwXhE (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=28jBDhqwXhE)
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Post by: ravensblack on August 01, 2010, 08:19:08 PM: Ok , here we go now. Thanks to all who came up. The weather was good but the ocean was not so good. There were 93 total anglers registered for the event.

1st place to Ricci Chavez, Fishworks916 11.88 lbs
2nd place to Marcos Marroquin, Rockroach 11.0 lbs.
3rd place to Rich Brockman, MontanaN8V 10.38 lbs
Top woman angler Christina Sanchez 2 rockfish

Heres some pics. I really want to thank Linelle. My wife. She put up with a lot over the last 6 months or so. We has some fun. Thanks again honey.
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Post by: ravensblack on August 01, 2010, 08:26:47 PM: The start
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Post by: ravensblack on August 01, 2010, 08:30:46 PM: These guys are ready to fish
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Post by: fishshim on August 01, 2010, 08:44:11 PM: The water conditions during the calm period :smt005
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6Sxb0d7xIys (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6Sxb0d7xIys)
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Post by: ravensblack on August 01, 2010, 08:55:08 PM: A really big thanks to all who drove up to make this one of the largest events for kayak fishing on the west coast. The sponsors were just amazing and if you can give a shout out to them all , I would greatly appreciate it.
Clavey River Equipment
Ocean Kayak
Hook1
Kokatat
Stohlquist
Adventure Technologies
Wheeleez
Petaluma Sport and Dive

Donations by people included for the silent auction:
Jack Whiting, Kayakjack for the awesome boogie/dive board. Sold for 210.00 to Big Jim. Pay up sucka :smt006
Mark Shimizu,Fishim for the very cool custom rod that sold for 130.00to Sean White
Kirk Graebe for the real nice wine that sold for 45.00 to Cheri Whiting
ChuckE for the Pro Mar trap thatsold for 30.00 to Jeff Engelton for 30.00

Dennis Spike showed up for the raffle that brought in for Mooch an outstanding 986.00 Thanks so much Spike

Ben Williams for the very sic artwork that was spread all over the prize categories and auction

Mike Sapp from REI for the donation to the raffle
Joe Flores for the safety flag mounts for diving
David Klien for the dynamite swimbaits form Big hammer

Most of all to ALL of you who showed and contributed to the food and just made the love and good cheer flow all around. Mickfish, you are right. We set a brilliant example on how the world should live with each other and help each other in times of need. This family that we have is a cut across the world. Encompassing a lot of different cultures. A true melting pot that shows we are all of the same mold. Fish On!
Title: Re: Albion 2010
Post by: BigGabe on August 01, 2010, 09:13:40 PM: I think we all owe a great big thank you to ravensblack and everyone else who contributed to this event. It was amazing.

Even my wife who's not big on camping said she had a great time. The kids were constantly busy having fun. I had a blast fishing even with the less than perfect sea conditions and it felt like a second home with everyone in camp. What a great group of people. We'll definitely be back.

Thanks to everyone for an amazing weekend. :smt006
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Post by: fishshim on August 01, 2010, 09:36:22 PM: more pics
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Post by: Danglin on August 01, 2010, 10:08:38 PM: Strong Work Ravensblack!!!

and it looks as though, many others too,,, Very Nice,

NCKA is Just Getting Better and Better...

and so Jonezin Yesterday for not being there... :smt010

wish I wuz, but Duty Called and no escape....

( 1/3 of our force called in sick this weekend!!!
Glad not to be on that list.... :smt002 )

Another Epic Hook up....

Well Done.......
Title: Re: Albion 2010
Post by: Tote on August 01, 2010, 10:09:00 PM: Thank you Craig and Linelle for hosting an incredible event.
Congratulations to Fishworks916, Rockroach, MontanaN8V for outfishing everyone in those ugly conditions.
Thanks to my GF Becky for preparing the tiki bar and Scott for finishing it up. And Scott, Denise, John and Lisa for all their great food and fantastic campsite additions.
I was first to launch in the dark; light on front of the yak and headlamp facing backwards.
I got about to the middle of the cove and took a wave to the chest. That sucked. Paddled to just outside the cove and let me tell you, I have never been scared on my yak....until I got just outside the cove. Alone and still a little dark looking at big faces and really mixed swell had me turn around. A couple of times I felt like I was going to pearl some of the faces were so steep. I safely and fortunately made it out of the slop and tucked into the north side of the cove.
Don D wasn't too far behind. He started out then tucked into the north side as well. A lot of us did. Tommy and I chilled back for quite a while. But as the outgoing tide came close to an end the seas mellowed out a little....just a little. I met Relentless near the whistle buoy and we headed south near Bull Rock. Marked a lot of fish but really had to pay attention to where we were drifting. I got two underlings but Dave was doing much better. Nothing big but consistent. The wind picked up and we were outta there.
Fished inside and got an undersized cabby and a greenling that came unbuttoned right at the yak.
I fished hard but couldn't get anything to make a run at it.
The seas were rough and the fishing was hard but camp made up for it.
Nothing beats the friendships, old and new, like the ones at NCKA.
Becky set up a tiki bar at camp. All anyone had to do was show up for all the margaritas you wanted.
We went through 9 bottles of Jose Cuervo Gold and one bottle of Cazadores compliments of Kingfisher.
We also went through 4 dozen oysters shoters for those lucky enough to show up at the right time.
The potluck was incredible as always.
It was great to turn on some non NCKA friends of mine to how we roll. They had a blast.
Thank you to everyone for making this the kind of event I want to come back to year after year after year.
Can't wait until next year.
Title: Re: Albion 2010
Post by: mickfish on August 01, 2010, 10:15:33 PM: Tigerfish came by Jack's Kitchen and seared some Tuna he was working his ass off all afternoon preparing a bunch of Tuna and Wahoo Dishes that were pretty yummy.
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Post by: LoletaEric on August 01, 2010, 10:27:03 PM: Looks like a first class event. Well done, Craig and everyone for doing it right. Wish I could've been there.
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Post by: baitNbeer on August 01, 2010, 10:31:25 PM: whoo hoo! great time guys !
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Post by: baitNbeer on August 01, 2010, 10:34:09 PM: partied real hard friday!
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Post by: baitNbeer on August 01, 2010, 10:36:54 PM: :smt006
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Post by: ReelKnots on August 02, 2010, 05:41:32 AM: What can I say, It was fun just being there, no luck for me but have a blast partying. :smt003. Thanks Craig for putting all this together :smt002 .

Congratulation to Fishworks916, Rockroach and MontanaN8V.

Kiel
Title: Re: Albion 2010
Post by: guitarzan on August 02, 2010, 08:35:40 AM: Here's a photo shoot from 2 AM Sunday...
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Post by: guitarzan on August 02, 2010, 08:37:08 AM: Fun times at midnight...
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Post by: guitarzan on August 02, 2010, 08:39:47 AM: Mooch thought little Pepper was part of the pot luck.
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Post by: guitarzan on August 02, 2010, 08:53:16 AM: First pic is my friend Jimbo with a 1st aid kit from the raffle, who with his wife Kat, flipped out at the buoy, thank you everyone for switching into rescue mode, couldnt ask for better asstst out there -Shawn and Shimmy were on them like scales on a fish.... I should have stuck to them like glue and wont make the same mistake again.... they did great, learned a lot and are going to take the surf class at MBK soon. Anyway they are hooked to the sport now and Jim even came up with his own new NCKA handle- Dunk!
Thanks everyone for making this what it is- a big fun family! Lots of work went into this from everyone but the #1 goes to Craig.
Title: Re: Albion 2010
Post by: ChuckE on August 02, 2010, 09:39:57 AM: CONGRATS to Fishworks916, Rockroach, MontanaN8V, and Christina. It's so cool to see new faces on the podium.

BIG KUDOS to Ravensblack, Linelle, Kayak Jack, and Spike for there organizing efforts.
THANKS to the many generous Albion sponsors.
THANKS again to Craig for inviting me to set up camp near his trailer.

It was great seeing old friends and making new ones. Albion is fast becoming like kayak fishing's version of "Woodstock" or "Burning Man". It's so fun making the rounds and visiting all of the different camps.

Here are pics of the potluck venue and fry station.
Title: Re: Albion 2010
Post by: BANJOTAD on August 02, 2010, 09:44:11 AM: Sounds like a GREAT time was had by all! :smt004
Wish I could have been there, maybe next year :smt002
Thanks for the report/pics everyone :smt003
Tad
Title: Re: Albion 2010
Post by: MontanaN8V on August 02, 2010, 09:54:44 AM: Looks like Pepper got more lens time than Mooch this weekend! :smt044 Thanks everyone for not letting Mooch eat him! :smt008
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Post by: starlifter on August 02, 2010, 10:15:57 AM: Thanks to Craig and his wife for hosting this awesome event!!! Congratulations to the winners and to all those who participated. We are all winners I think for being a part of this great club. Looking forward to next year's event and I might just take a free diving class for some uni and abs. :smt001

Cheers
Willie
Title: Re: Albion 2010
Post by: MontanaN8V on August 02, 2010, 10:27:52 AM: And the runner up for biggest fish in the side bet was.............. :smt044
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Post by: BigJim on August 02, 2010, 10:30:06 AM: What a GREAT weekend!!!!!!!!!!

The catching fish part for me was not very good, but the company, location, food, drinks, diving and festivities more than made up for it!!

First of all...HUGE thank you to Craig and Linelle!!! You guys put on a top-notch event, and it was an absolute pleasure to meet and chat with you!!

:smt006

So many good times and memories!!

First night crabbing on the dock until 2am with the A-Hulls and KneeToe!! Got 3 keepers!! My first dungies EVER!! SO COOL seeing the crabring so full of crabs!! I wanted to eat them ALL!!!! :smt002 :smt005

Love those A-Hulls...so happy to have met you guys and feel so lucky that we get to hang together...you and your families are top-notch all the way!! Porky, thanks again for letting crash in the site bro!!

:smt006

Early start Friday AM to go with MontanaN8V and fam, GN and fam, FM1 and fam, FishWrapper and fam, out on a charter from Noyo...super cool seeing teh kids and ladies pulling up the fish!! I got 2 nice Chinas (my first Chinas ever!!), 2 nice blues, and a beautiful goldeneye (or canary can't remember) that posed for a pic and swam back just fine!! THANK YOU Rich for putting this on and donating the $$ to Joel!!

Friday afternoon..cleaned my fish and FM1 Family's fish then jumped in the water and dove around out front just for fun and hoping for some uni or to shoot a fish...nothing doing, but super cool to be out there!! Then hooked up with Joe/BloodBath and dove in the river for Crab!! So fun flying in the current!! Got one more nice fat Dungie for the pot!!!

Friday night....little blurry!!! I blame Tote's margaritas and hooch (man, I knew I should have stayed away from that crap!!). So many campfires and so much good food...great times!!

Saturday...man it was rough (at least for me!!) started out with Porky and battled out to the buoy area...got a nice China and a Rosy that I used for bait (unsuccessfully), then hung out with Dr. Hab, then Guitarzan, then moved inside and found Lapu Lapu and worked the washrocks and inlets...no love for me...most action was when I got either two twin underlings on consecutive drops or the same booger grabbed my swim bait on his way back down!! :smt005

Our champions: Ricci and Christina!!!!!!!! WTG!!!!!!!!! Super great folks!! Really enjoyed meeting you guys!!!!!!!!!!

Watson 831 in the house yo!! :smt002 :smt044

Couldn't have happened to a nicer guy, who also is a HELL of a great fisherman...nice work buddy, really looking forward to fishing with you in the future!!

RockRoach...helluva good job in those conditions buddy!! Congrats!!

Rich...so stoked for you bro!!!!! And you giving the side bet $$ to Joel...you are a class act all the way and I am proud to call you and Gabe my friends!!

:smt006

Spike's raffle...amazing!!

Silent Auction....got KayakJack's AbSnatcher Board!!!!!!!!!!

:smt007 :smt007 :smt007 :smt007

PROUD to own that piece of art and will do my best to cover it in quality ab slime and fish blood as often as possible!! THANK YOU Jack!!!

:smt006

Don't worry fellas, Joel and I worked out payment already and it didn't even involve a hobbit foot massage!!!!! :smt002 :smt005 :smt044

PotLuck...DUDE!!!!!! So much good food!! Did a cool taste-off between Christina's ceviche and Jedmo's...both so good and so different...determined the winner was both combined together in one bowl!! Then the night-time stagger...back to MargaritaVille for libations and oysters...HEAVENLY!! Great to meet you Tote and thanks again for sharing the drinks, food, and dive suggestions!!

Sunday...AbDiving with BaitnBeer, El Dorado, Daviator, Dr. Hab, Jedmo and his brother in Law...vis was not perfect, but good enough!! Andy, great diving with you bro and was cool to work together and spot abs and mark them with the floatline!! Let's do it again soon!!

Got three between 8.25 and 8.75, and a FAT Urchin...good enough for me!!!

Gave one Ab to Joel cuz he's the man, and the only person Ana would ever let me give one away to!! :smt002 :smt005

Mooch, so cool hanging with you again and THANK YOU for the beautiful plaque for Ana and I...please do not hesitate to let me know if there is ever anything we can do for you.

:smt006

Thanks again to EVERYBODY!!!!!!!!!

Sincerely,

Jim
Title: Re: Albion 2010
Post by: BigJim on August 02, 2010, 10:38:25 AM: Quote from: MontanaN8V on August 02, 2010, 10:27:52 AM
And the runner up for biggest fish in the side bet was.............. :smt044

I did NOT catch that fish!!!!!!!! I was just cleaning it!!

:smt044 :smt044 :smt044 :smt044 :smt044 :smt044

:smt006

Sincerely,

Jim
Title: Re: Albion 2010
Post by: Eric B on August 02, 2010, 11:54:34 AM: Funniest quote:

"If you want someone to catch something, throw it at their p#@&$%."

I almost gave Mooch a heart attack on the way home, but I'll let him tell it... when he recovers.

No fish for me, but I found a patch of urchins on a rock about 3 feet deep. Hopped out and picked a few to share with Joe, Janis, Juan, Jim, and a few others who's names don't start with J.
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Post by: BigJim on August 02, 2010, 12:05:26 PM: Thanks for sharing the Uni Eric!! I looked all over for more yesterday, but could only get that one!! :smt012

It was great hanging out with you bro!!!

My favorite quote of the weekend:

"Mooch is every man's friend"

:smt006

Sincerely,

Jim
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Post by: LapuLapu on August 02, 2010, 12:21:02 PM: What can I say. Darn Big Jim said it all! Just want to say thanks a bunch to Craig, Linelle and the sponsors for putting together such a great event. No fish love for me. I even went out Sunday morning and got skunked. Next time I'm going to follow MontanaN. He sure knows where the fish are those 2 days.

Rey
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Post by: melikle on August 02, 2010, 01:00:04 PM: GREAT WEEKEND!!

I had a great time, this being my first tournament and all. Too bad I couldn't get that Clavey's gift certificate (1-2 fish short)...but next time. Great job to the winners, esp. #2, cuz he's my man ;-)...but really, CONGRATS to all 3! This group is a great crowd to be around & they do great things, for seemingly great people (Mooch)!! Craig & Linelle-you guys are awesome for putting this whole thing together. It turned out awesome, & you should be proud.

Can't wait for next year!
Title: Re: Albion 2010
Post by: ravensblack on August 02, 2010, 01:13:10 PM: More later. Back to work now :smt010 :smt044
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Post by: mooch on August 02, 2010, 01:24:31 PM: Another EPIC got together by the NCKA family. I personally want thank Craig, Linelle, sponsors and every single NCKA MEMBER that made the trip. With all the problems that we all face in this world that we live in, it's sooooo refreshing to spend an entire weekend with you all. I made it to camp (Thanks to Eric B for driving me but I didn't appreciate he fact that he almost killed - more on that later) and it was pure joy just to see our members slowly trickle in....seeing all the high fives, the hug, the handshakes and the first time introductions...even watching the dogs wag their tails and sniff each others butts was a sight one can only hope to experience every single day. Hell, If I was a dog, I'd be wagging my tail all weekend long :smt003 It was definitely a feel good moment. Gatherings like this is what I call a family reunion - and it really is. What was hard was seeing everyone leave on Sunday :smt011 ....even my tail stopped wagging :smt009 Needless to say, I had a great time (was there ever an NCKA event that was never fun? I think NOT :smt002)

...but the feeling of that "great time" suddenly ended on the drive home with Eric B.....I'll let him tell the story. My personal message to Eric B. is this = :smt075 :smt076 :smt093 :smt068 :smt062 :smt097

Congrats to all the tournament winners!!!

Thank you all for the generous donations. My family thanks you all as well!

Much love from da mooch :smt008
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Post by: Papa Al on August 02, 2010, 01:34:33 PM: This was a fun weekend. Eric, Eddie and I had a great time.

A few words of thanks first:

Craig and Linelle... you both put a lot of time and effort into this event and it turned out great. Good job! Thank you so much.

Tote and Becky...the Tiki Lounge and margaritas rocked. You are both great hosts. Thank you for creating a comfortable place to hang out.

Our camp neighbors Chris and James...the boys and I enjoyed spending time with you both of you. Thank you for sharing your food, stories and friendship with us. A big thanks to James for giving the squid jig to Eric. The salmon he caught on that was the highlight of our trip. It was his first saltwater fish and truly the catch of a lifetime for the young man.

I could go on and on, so thank you to all the brothers and everyone else involved.

I took a bunch of pics. Here's a few. The others can be seen on my FB page.

http://www.facebook.com/album.php?aid=199222&id=777703289&l=5b0cb91c47 (http://www.facebook.com/album.php?aid=199222&id=777703289&l=5b0cb91c47)

Best regards to all,
Al, Eric and Eddie

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Title: Re: Albion 2010
Post by: mako1 on August 02, 2010, 01:48:35 PM: The day of the tournament had rough seas, but the wind was not an issue, plus, we had sunshine! It was such a nice day back at camp.
Thanks to all!
I should have taken more pics, but I can share a couple.
Title: Re: Albion 2010
Post by: mooch on August 02, 2010, 01:50:29 PM: Quote
The salmon he caught on that was the highlight of our trip. It was his first saltwater fish and truly the catch of a lifetime for the young man.

Alfredo, despite all the crap I gave your son, I can truly say that he has my out most respect. And his honesty reflects the fact that you have raised him well :smut045
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Post by: Eric B on August 02, 2010, 01:52:43 PM: Ok...

Mooch was complaining about my driving on the way up, just because a couple of overgrown bushes touched his mirror.... I had to hear about it all weekend, from several different sources...

So it was a long, boring drive home... my mind got to wandering while Mooch started to nod off... trying with little success to stifle a snicker, I kinda let my head roll forward, and while carefully keeping an eye on the road I let out a lil snore... The snore woke Mooch up and I saw the fear of death in his eye as he slapped me.

I thought I took things a bit too far, and tried to apologise, but apologies are hard to accept when someone is laughing uncontrollably, and I understand that.

Silence for about 50 miles... then around Santa Rosa finally Mooch breaks the silence... "that was a good one, I admit... You should swerved into the dirt, if you wanted to really get me good..."

:smt044

Love ya, Brother! I hope you can find it in your heart to forgive me!
Title: Re: Albion 2010
Post by: mooch on August 02, 2010, 02:03:47 PM: j
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ust because a couple of overgrown bushes touched his mirror....

apparently Eric forgot to mention that the overgrown bushes that touched the passenger side mirror (where I was sitting) was a sure sign that we were about inches away from the end of the road and seconds away from rolling down the 100 foot ravine :smt011

as far as the ride home...a joke like that would have triggered a heart attack. Your lucky I don't have heart issues or I would have haunted you for the rest of your living life :smt045

Quote
I hope you can find it in your heart to forgive me!

Not a chance....watch your back and sleep with one eye open :smt045 Payback is on it's way :smt077
Title: Re: Albion 2010
Post by: PISCEAN on August 02, 2010, 02:12:15 PM: Quote from: Mooch on August 02, 2010, 02:03:47 PM
j
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ust because a couple of overgrown bushes touched his mirror....

apparently Eric forgot to mention that the overgrown bushes that touched the passenger side mirror (where I was sitting) was a sure sign that we were about inches away from the end of the road and seconds away from rolling down the 100 foot ravine :smt011

as far as the ride home...a joke like that would have triggered a heart attack. Your lucky I don't have heart issues or I would have haunted you for the rest of your living life :smt045

Quote
I hope you can find it in your heart to forgive me!

Not a chance....watch your back and sleep with one eye open :smt045 Payback is on it's way :smt077

:smt044 :smt044 :smt044

I woulda snored too...good one Eric! Better watch out for bananas at the beach tho.
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Post by: HDRich on August 02, 2010, 02:43:16 PM: Donna and I had a great time . We decided to stop at Pepperwood Pottery on 128 on the way in, and were blown away by the beauty of both the studios , property, and the talents fo Doug Johnson, the artist. Next year, if you're coming in on 128, Pepperwood is on the left right after the Rock Stop, about 15 miles before you hit Highway 1.

Craig and Linelle,

You 2 are an awesome team. Thank you VERY much for the most excellent tourney to date. Your organization skills are amazing.

Tote and Becky,

The Tiki Bar and Lounge rocked!! We really enjoyed hanging with you, Becky, John, Lisa, Scott and .... damn, forgot her name for the moment. Great stories, great food, and a breathalyzer test!! I passed, Donna failed.

EWB and I paddled out at around 7:00am into huge swells. We were fishing maybe 20 feet apart and for the most part couldn't see each other. He'd be up, I'd be down.We worked all around the buoy, then inside north wall, then southside wall nuthin but dinks...

The potluck was over the top as usual, with fantastic foods from everyone.

Great silent auction, raffle and thanks to all the sponsers and those who donated to the cause.

Rich and Donna
Title: Re: Albion 2010
Post by: guitarzan on August 02, 2010, 03:41:36 PM: Here's a video, youtube muted the tune :smt011 it was a Johnny Winter, so crank up something else till I switch it out.....
check out these swells......
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Title: Re: Albion 2010
Post by: guitarzan on August 02, 2010, 04:00:01 PM: HA! The video turned out better than I thought..... glad the music was saved, it seemed fitting, both songs..Johnny and Neil.
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Post by: mickfish on August 02, 2010, 04:07:48 PM: Nice Ben but I'm wating for Chad's video soon to become a Classic :smt013
Title: Re: Albion 2010
Post by: MontanaN8V on August 02, 2010, 04:09:04 PM: Quote from: BigJim on August 02, 2010, 10:38:25 AM
Quote from: MontanaN8V on August 02, 2010, 10:27:52 AM
And the runner up for biggest fish in the side bet was.............. :smt044

I did NOT catch that fish!!!!!!!! I was just cleaning it!!

:smt044 :smt044 :smt044 :smt044 :smt044 :smt044

:smt006

Sincerely,

Jim

You are busted Jim!!! Guitarzan threw you under the bus! At precisely 3:24 of his video, you hold that fish up in its pre-withered condition! :smt003
Title: Re: Albion 2010
Post by: ex-kayaker on August 02, 2010, 04:10:42 PM: Quote from: Eric B on August 02, 2010, 01:52:43 PM
Ok...

Mooch was complaining about my driving on the way up, just because a couple of overgrown bushes touched his mirror.... I had to hear about it all weekend, from several different sources...

So it was a long, boring drive home... my mind got to wandering while Mooch started to nod off... trying with little success to stifle a snicker, I kinda let my head roll forward, and while carefully keeping an eye on the road I let out a lil snore... The snore woke Mooch up and I saw the fear of death in his eye as he slapped me.

I thought I took things a bit too far, and tried to apologise, but apologies are hard to accept when someone is laughing uncontrollably, and I understand that.

Silence for about 50 miles... then around Santa Rosa finally Mooch breaks the silence... "that was a good one, I admit... You should swerved into the dirt, if you wanted to really get me good..."

:smt044

Love ya, Brother! I hope you can find it in your heart to forgive me!

As a former victim of the moochcrybabycomplaintwagon I must say...

ahhhaaaahhhhahahahahahah..........hahahahahhahahahahahahhahahahashhahahahahhahahaaaaaaaaaa...............hahahahahhahahahhhahhahahahhahahahaaaa :smt044

well done sir, well done.
Title: Re: Albion 2010
Post by: FishWorks on August 02, 2010, 04:59:10 PM: I first wanna thank craig and linelle for all there hard work and for putting this whole event together. U both did a fabulous job and i hope next year is just as fun or better! Of course it will be...I also wanna thank all the sponsors for their help and donations as Christina and i are truly grateful and appreciate everything. Congrats to Rockroach(marcos) and to MontanaNv8 for their Victories as well. Special shout outs to Jedmo and his whole family for letting us hang out with them and for the drinks, laughs, and the KILLER ADOBO, it was amazing,Bird(john) for help taking my new trident home for me just awesome,Eric for the great gaff, Ben(guitarzan) for the sick painting, Tiny(steve) for helping us out and for the company, Kirk(lilriverman) and his wife for the company and for the ginger, Tigerfish for the swimbaits, BigJim for the laughs, company, the ceviche taste competition, and uni this guy is just an animal when on the water WATSON BROTHER haha, BaitNBeer(andy) for the company and for introducing us to other fellow NCKA'ERS and homies, and as well to everybody else that was there who we did and didnt get to meet for your great company and hospitality. Everyone in NCKA ROCKS! And last but not least SUPER MUCH THANKS TO THE KAYAK FISHING LENGEND....MOOCH! It was here at albion that i got the great priviledge of meeting mooch and sooo glad i did! It was you bro and your blessing to me that early morning on the way out to launch that helped me win. Thanks brother!

As for the fishing, it was rough and tuff out there and water conditions were awful. But the weather was great and we all headed out in that washMachine of an ocean and made it happen. Fishing was slow indeed but i stayed on it hard and believed! Scoring a ling, a cab, and few gophers for me i guess was enough to seal the deal! All my fish were caught banging the metal against the bottom and were always tipped w/squid. No specific colors but two specific jigs.
And then there was the crabbing. I literally pulled up like 50 plus crabs for only two sets with only one crab trap. And out of that 50 only one keeper. Well at least it looks good for next years crabbing. All in all, Christina and I had soooo much fun and will be back next year for sure. To the whole NCKA BROTHERHOOD AND FROM YOUR 2010 ALBION OPEN CHAMPION, THANK YOU, FISHWORKS!
Title: Re: Albion 2010
Post by: FishWorks on August 02, 2010, 05:35:36 PM: here some more pics
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Post by: ravensblack on August 02, 2010, 05:40:32 PM: More photos for ya'
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Post by: ravensblack on August 02, 2010, 05:42:47 PM: Now thats a rockfish! Finally :smt007
Title: Re: Albion 2010
Post by: ravensblack on August 02, 2010, 05:48:06 PM: Some of my favs. Seans daughter Paige. Dr Habanero and his son, DaveW and his trusty companion Yoshi, Totes Tiki Bar Lounge
Title: Re: Albion 2010
Post by: Hat Trick on August 02, 2010, 06:15:00 PM: the waves were big the party was bigger!
tote and becky were off the hook tiki lounge hosts!

mooch was awakened by a SNORE! oh the irony! :smt044
Title: Re: Albion 2010
Post by: baitNbeer on August 02, 2010, 06:15:34 PM: i had a blast , the fun just wouldnt stop , i made my rounds friday night and payed for it come game day...paddled out with IROELIKETHAT into some sloppy seas , didnt wet a line for about 20 minutes cuz i was tryna get acustomed to the motion. finally started gettin down while takin waves on the lap , gained alot more confidence in my yak though cuz it handled the waters like a champ , did my thing for about an hour and a half or untill i started diggin in my tackle tryna downgrade my offering , thats when the burps came! :smt013 all the tequilla , beer & hooch mixed with all the food transformed into a vapor from hell! couldnt get myself back together after that so i paddled in thinkin i could regain myself after a trip to the bathroom and a bottle of water , found tigerfish at the launch tryna regain himself and when i told him of the burps i experienced he started losing his guts almost instantly! HA sorry bro
The day wasnt wasted though , hooked up with the river drift crew and went sight seeing along the albion river , really cool and relaxing even though the tide wouldnt flipp and we would have to paddle in against the wind and current , wasnt too bad though , i took my time , got back to base and the potluck was going full swing and it was amazing just as predicted , craig that keg was nice too , i did my part! saturday night i made myself beleive that i was mellow and taking an easy on the drink but when i woke up people were tellin me an other story, i slept good anyways and woke up with BJ (HAHAH) , gabe and dave(flyfishingrow) along with drhabenaro for an early morning dive and got my abs. i need to work out! sundays dive killed me today at work , legs all sore , arms sore but i guess thats a good thing , need to work out my muscles more to get in shape.

TOTE....ur campsite rocked BTW
Title: Re: Albion 2010
Post by: Bird on August 02, 2010, 06:50:41 PM: What a great weekend!

First, thanks to Craig and Linelle for hosting a fantastic event – well done my friends!

Thanks to Jack and Spike for all their work as well. And to all of the sponsors and folks who donated prizes and supported the raffle. Big shout out to Rich for setting-up the party boat gig on Friday – incredible!

Mooch – you da man!

Congrats to Ricci, Marcos, Rich and Christina – great job OTW!

Arrived about 10 PM on Wed evening. OTW Thursday about 0900 – light wind, smaller swell then tourney day but same mixed and short period. Fished around the cove opening on the south end for a few rockies then went trolling for salmon NW of the buoy based on some intel from PBers that had caught Kings the day before. Trolled for a few hours, hooked a 6-7# silver, shook it off at the boat – no kings. On Friday morning O2B and I tried to get out to go salmon fishing, we headed out of the cove but the swell had picked-up considerably so we decided against it and headed back to shore. Spent Friday visiting with friends and meeting new friends, enjoying the scene as everybody was arriving. Launched at dawn on Sat. As reported, washing machine within the cove with some big waves breaking at the mouth around the low tide. Paddled out to the buoy and fished to the north. Short period swell with occasional 10 ft big sets rolling through. Fishing was slow for me – 1 underling. Came in and enjoyed talking with Mickfish and EWB floating in the inner cove. Great time at the potluck and ceremony, all of the food was simply incredible, can’t get enough of Chuck and Glyn’s fried fish. Highlight of the trip was doing some perchin’ with O2B on Sunday morning in the inner cove – laughing like 2 kids fishing with bobbers and red worms for bluegills. That was fun.

Trip home was a bit of a nightmare. Got caught in the end of the delay from the car that rolled off of Hwy 128. Then heading down Hwy 20 on the east side of Clear Lake, a car about 5 cars in front of me swerves across the line and clips the front drivers side corner of a PU coming the other way and closes down the road. Thankfully not direct head-on collision and no apparent major injuries – both victims from the truck were taken in the ambulance with neck braces, of course the guy driving the car that caused the accident was fine. Both vehicles totaled.

Another great NCKA hook-up – thanks everyone!. Nothing like the vibe and spirit at an NCKA gathering!
Title: Re: Albion 2010
Post by: spinal tap on August 02, 2010, 06:53:07 PM: Thanks to everyone that made this happen. Also thanks to those that showed my family and me the hospitality and kindness that I've read so much about on this site. This was our first NCKA event and we all had a great time (especially my daughters) whether fishing from the dock or doing cannon balls off the zodiac upriver. Too bad we couldn't get a site at camp but we'll be better prepared for the next one.

To those people that I cut in front of at the pot luck line, I apologize.

I was at the beach looking at the conditions and the only thought I had was: "I know someone has got to be barfing..." :smt003

Nate
Title: Re: Albion 2010
Post by: RHYAK on August 02, 2010, 06:54:59 PM: Looks like I missed another great event.
Title: Re: Albion 2010
Post by: mickfish on August 02, 2010, 07:06:48 PM: Natalie Goher Fishing, and some random shots
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Post by: mickfish on August 02, 2010, 07:10:09 PM: Sunset on Saturaday was a nice end of Day
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Post by: Bird on August 02, 2010, 07:14:23 PM: Beautiful sunset shots Mike.
Title: Re: Albion 2010
Post by: FISHADOW on August 02, 2010, 08:29:08 PM: Which vid Mike? So many to choose from
lets start with me totaling my yak
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oPtf0FnIWTw
Title: Re: Albion 2010
Post by: ElDorado on August 02, 2010, 08:41:55 PM: Oh my god, I cant hang like i used too :smt044.What a weekend ,Craig you and your beautifull wife did an amazing job!!! Muchas Gracias amigo!!FRiday caught upwith me Sat afternoon as well as Sat morn when I was awakend by Salty (JIm)dog,Thank you!It was nice to meet you better halve.I followed everyone out towards Jaws ,I had taken Scopase and felt confident ,till I couldnt see the yak in front of me as I was @ the boottem of the wave,Thats when Isaid See Ya!! :smt044 and made a quick turn right and hung out banging of the rocks and kicking it in mellow water where Eric B found me and Unies.SundayI headead out with Big Jim,B B Andy,Daviator andJimbo and tried to get some abs .I m so glad to of made somany new friends andthe pleasure of hanging out with my people my brothers.Great to see you Mooch and dont thinck I dont know what that special handshake ment :smt011 :smt044Gabe
Title: Re: Albion 2010
Post by: baitNbeer on August 02, 2010, 08:57:41 PM: hahaha gabe so thats the tidepool you fished all day in huh? :smt044 :smt044 :smt006
Title: Re: Albion 2010
Post by: FISHADOW on August 02, 2010, 09:03:31 PM: Another thing hobies are good for!!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=efKg_Cqq4uw
Title: Re: Albion 2010
Post by: FISHADOW on August 02, 2010, 09:10:44 PM: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=27YjYtb4c3w
Title: Re: Albion 2010
Post by: FISHADOW on August 02, 2010, 09:11:59 PM: My bad for that. I cant seem to find the original vid so now no one can see it? :smt013
Title: Re: Albion 2010
Post by: Chadrock on August 02, 2010, 09:15:21 PM: A big thank you to Craig and everyone else that made this event happen. I had a great time up there. Thanks to my camping neighbors Chris, Nick, Aaron, Rich, Ben & Kiel for keeping it fun! A huge thanks for Tote's generosity and Friday's hangover! It was worth it.
Title: Re: Albion 2010
Post by: otobepelagic on August 02, 2010, 09:48:10 PM: Still working on my Albion 2010 post but I had to add this short video of CheyInaDaze crashing his kayak from a different angle....more to come

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Tcq2GpGqHRk
Title: Re: Albion 2010
Post by: tiny on August 02, 2010, 10:17:10 PM: THANK YOU CRAIG AND LENILL.It was a great weekend.Hats off to all the winners,you guys definetly earned it. A special thanks to ANDY and the " A " Hulls,these guys welcome you .It was fun hanging out with everyone.See you soon. Another thanks to Doug (Grumpy)for the pointers.I learned alot on Saturday.
thanx again tiny
Title: Re: Albion 2010
Post by: ravensblack on August 03, 2010, 06:58:11 AM: For all who wanted more clothing or missed out altogether. I will be making another clothing order this week. Please PM with what you want. There will be an extra 5 bucks shipping and I will send them to your house. Thanks, Craig
Title: Re: Albion 2010
Post by: guitarzan on August 03, 2010, 07:21:48 AM: Great vid Chad, I like the angle, I need another can soon to make them a little more interesting....
Also I forgot to thank the folks who bought all of my art for da Mooch cause, I probably will forget but Bigwavedave got a few, Porky, Gabe/Eldorado(thanx bro-we was both buzzed... :smt001) And eric B. got the Bozo on a SUP getting chased by a big green smoke-belching power boat. And Jimbo/Dunk got one to bring back to Vegas...
I might have to start making some of these for the prevent Ben from becoming broke and homeless cause :smt005
Mike-GREAT shots dude, your an artist with those, that one of 'Jefe is just too funny, you captured his mood.
Title: Re: Albion 2010
Post by: kayakjack on August 03, 2010, 07:30:17 AM: Thanks to craig for hosting this event. He took an abandoned event, added some personal touches,and really made it his own. Great job !! :smt006 Special thanks to spike for the raffle. You did an awesome job dude.Guitarzan and shimmy,you guys stepped up big time ,thank you. It was,however,the generosity and brotherhood of the common ncka folk that once again outshined all else. You are what makes these events great. Thank you. Speaking of generosity, what was the amount raised from this event for our brother in need? i think the auction raised about $400 and the raffle raised almost $1000. How did the numbers play out for the entry fees and shirts?
Title: Re: Albion 2010
Post by: Howard on August 03, 2010, 08:37:08 AM: I'm jealous, looks like an event for a lifetime... every year. Nice pics and vids. Cheers :beer2 :beer1
Title: Re: Albion 2010
Post by: ravensblack on August 03, 2010, 08:43:57 AM: I havent got the final numbers yet for the event proceeds. We sold so much extra clothing I think I oversold. I have to make another order for some folks who werent there. I am hoping for at least 1500.00 to be going to Mooch. We had some expenses for sure but with the boat and other items donated that took a big load off. Final order for clothing will be on Friday. This week. The clothing basically paid for itself. We kept the cost down low to make it more affordable..
Title: Re: Albion 2010
Post by: Rockroach on August 03, 2010, 09:11:32 AM: Craig and Linelle, Congratulations and thank you so much for putting together such a GREAT event. I could only imagine the work and long hours it must of took to get this done. Simply amazing!

Congratulations to all the winners: Ricci, Chistina, Rick. Special congratulations to Melissa for taking 2nd in the top female category :smt004 You did great out there in those nasty conditions! Natural

Thank you to all the sponsors and everybody who donated. I was blown away by the amount of stuff that was donated to the raffle and auction and not to mention the prizes! Holy SH.. the prizes..So sweet! Thanks!

Unfortunately we camped at the end of the Schooners campground so we weren't able to party and meet everyone but we still had fun just the same. I would of liked to have met more of you guys and put a face to your screen name. Thanks to Fransisco and his son Frankie for the company and great hospitality. Fransisco, you got my girl scared thinking she's going to flip her boat with all your stories of going over :smt003.

This NCKA brotherhood is amazing! No dicks, No egos, just true grit great people looking out after eachother and having fun!
Title: Re: Albion 2010
Post by: Rockroach on August 03, 2010, 09:16:43 AM: A few pics.
Title: Re: Albion 2010
Post by: Papa Al on August 03, 2010, 09:18:33 AM: Quote from: Mooch on August 02, 2010, 01:50:29 PM
Quote
The salmon he caught on that was the highlight of our trip. It was his first saltwater fish and truly the catch of a lifetime for the young man.

Alfredo, despite all the crap I gave your son, I can truly say that he has my out most respect. And his honesty reflects the fact that you have raised him well :smut045

Thank you Joel :smt008

Al
Title: Re: Albion 2010
Post by: Rockroach on August 03, 2010, 09:28:36 AM: Pics of camp and our fish.
Title: Re: Albion 2010
Post by: Rockroach on August 03, 2010, 09:45:31 AM: Moe would like to thank the guy walking around with the mason jar for the wonderful drink. :smt005 It's hard to tell if she liked it or not. :smt003
Title: Re: Albion 2010
Post by: Rockroach on August 03, 2010, 09:53:27 AM: I wish more people would have had camped closer to us cause :smt003
We like to be prepared
Title: Re: Albion 2010
Post by: FisHunter on August 03, 2010, 09:59:01 AM: Another EPIC event for the NCKA Archives....this one was the most important one to attend and or DOwutYOUcouldTOhelpAbruthaOUT. :smt004

BIG THANKS to Craig & Linelle for the hard work and making it all happen. You are the
CreamOfTheCrop! :smt008

CONGRADS to the Winner, Place'r & Show'r = more balls than I
~and to the women who made me feel like a sissy= Thanks! you girls are nuts! :smt002

It was great times with great memories to charrish forever. From the HotDogLunch Chad whipped up on thursday to the best camp breakfast EVER, we had before departing sunday= THANK YOU CampKayakJack, I will forever be trying to camp next to you. :smt003

THANK YOU TO ALL!!!!
Title: Re: Albion 2010
Post by: Rockroach on August 03, 2010, 10:06:53 AM: This was my first event and I'm glad and thankful I attended.
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Post by: INSANEDUANE on August 03, 2010, 10:49:14 AM: WHAT A TIME WHAT A TIME this could not have turned out better. :groupwave

Craig you could have not done a better job this was the greatest NCKA event to date :smt007
just plane fun. my friends that came up with me you know the guy with the masonjar :smt077
aka mike and Christine and their 2 kids Misha & Ariana could not believe the love and friendship
that NCKA stand for :party they were blown away :smt055

congratulations to the winners for a job well done for it was dam nasty out there it takes a real PRO
to pull off a win in them conditions :smt067 :smt065

I tell you guys this is one of the best things to join NCKA that ever happen to me just so happy
to be a part of it all :worship :beer3

DUANE :smt006
Title: Re: Albion 2010
Post by: Sin Coast on August 03, 2010, 11:57:39 AM: I knew I missed out on a great event before it even happened.
Even though I couldn’t be there, I still appreciate all the hard work you put into this thing Craig. THANK YOU X1000! And also Thanks to Linelle and all of the others who helped make this happen. Thanks to all of the sponsors...incredible list of prizes!
BIG Congrats to Fishworks, Rockroach, and Montana! And Christina! Ya’ll done good.
Oh, and Totes Tiki Bar looks & sounds like a highlight. Way to represent!
Title: Re: Albion 2010
Post by: PISCEAN on August 03, 2010, 12:24:02 PM: Quote from: Sin Coast on August 03, 2010, 11:57:39 AM

Oh, and Totes Tiki Bar looks & sounds like a highlight. Way to represent!

I get the feeling that Tote's tiki bar may end up to be like FishMaster1's manteca fryer-anticipated at all events :smt044
Title: Re: Albion 2010
Post by: Fish Master1 on August 03, 2010, 12:57:17 PM: This event truly was the best one my family and I attended! Too many people to thank so im not even gonna try. You know who you are!!!!!! My family and I had A great time on the charter boat I actually caught A fish! :smt005..... My liver and stomach are on recovery right now, all I can say is wow!!!!!!!!!!!... Great Event Craig you really did A great job! For any future events I think we should think of the smaller ones as far as clothing. Other than that EPIC...... Until next time..... :smt006
Title: Re: Albion 2010
Post by: guitarzan on August 03, 2010, 01:43:04 PM: Oh yeah, the Moonshine..... Ive had White Lightning from back east but that Hooch in the 'ole fruit jar was deadly good- what a bite :fire
Title: Re: Albion 2010
Post by: Grumpy on August 03, 2010, 02:01:11 PM: Thanks to Linelle and Craig for putting together such a fun and successful event. Thanks to VallejoHobieDave and FFR Dave for sharing a campsite with me. Thanks to Mrs. Dave for the great lunch when I got off of water. Thanks to Tiny for taking all that rescue training in case I needed to be rescued.
Great fun, great people, and great event.
Doug
Title: Re: Albion 2010
Post by: Eric B on August 03, 2010, 02:01:43 PM: Thanks to:

Craig, for picking up the pieces and building an event of a lifetime.
Linelle, for putting up with Craig and all of us and everything else you do.
AHull Al and AHull Andy, and their ladies, the best crew to share a camp with.
Cochino and Andrew, for putting up with our shenanigans, I can't even call you boys any longer; you are MEN.
Guitarzan, for the sweet artwork, and for playing my guitar the way it should.
Gabriel, for taking the pic of me picking urchins.
InsaneDuane and your surrogate family for the warm welcome Fri nite, and the flashlights and moonshine.
Bloodbath Joe, for showing how to bust open an urchin.
Mickfish for the deal on a combo.
Anonymous, for the kind gift to Mooch, (which he shared)
BaitNBeer, for stirring the milk
Tote, for the tequila shot, (or was that shots, I don't remember)
Mooch, for the company and the awesome plaque, (going on my office wall).

I know I'm forgetting a lot of people who did cool things... it's hard to keep track with this crowd!
Title: Re: Albion 2010
Post by: HDRich on August 03, 2010, 02:10:01 PM: "get the feeling that Tote's tiki bar may end up to be like FishMaster1's manteca fryer-anticipated at all events ".

Oh Yeah!!!!!!

Just like we have for the trade shows we do, our booth breaks down and goes into a custom shipping crate.

Tote,

Start building it, we'll chip in to cover freight to all our events!!!

Rich
Title: Re: Albion 2010
Post by: Tote on August 03, 2010, 03:09:11 PM: Quote from: PISCEAN on August 03, 2010, 12:24:02 PM
Quote from: Sin Coast on August 03, 2010, 11:57:39 AM

Oh, and Totes Tiki Bar looks & sounds like a highlight. Way to represent!

I get the feeling that Tote's tiki bar may end up to be like FishMaster1's manteca fryer-anticipated at all events :smt044

The tiki bar is one thing...stocking it another......cha ching!!!!! :smt044
It was a blast. Worth every penny.
Title: Re: Albion 2010
Post by: Hat Trick on August 03, 2010, 03:16:04 PM: you bring the bar, we will bring the tequila next time! :smt002
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Post by: HDRich on August 03, 2010, 03:56:07 PM: Good plan Chris.

Tote, count me and Donna in for a couple bottles!!! and the limes, and the mix...
Title: Re: Albion 2010
Post by: ravensblack on August 03, 2010, 04:01:26 PM: Got a couple of guys that want clothing. Any more? :smt006
Title: Re: Albion 2010
Post by: jonesz on August 03, 2010, 04:53:31 PM: Not to be redundant, just to reafirm the appreciation for all the efforts it took to put this great event together. There were some moving momments, untold amount of laughs, fantastic food, unbelievable amount of good will, and support. Friendships created, expanded and bolstered!!! Flat out, I hated to leave... What a community we have here. I'm honored to be a part of it. A weekend I'll remember all my life for sure...
Title: Re: Albion 2010
Post by: Fish 'n Brew on August 03, 2010, 05:04:07 PM: Craig,
I missed the event but would like to have an XL tee shirt if you have any available.

Martin
Title: Re: Albion 2010
Post by: ravensblack on August 03, 2010, 05:21:38 PM: Got it Martin. Order goes in on Friday. Thanks.
Title: Re: Albion 2010
Post by: BigJim on August 03, 2010, 05:59:35 PM: Crabbing and grubbing and chilling!

Sincerely,

Jim
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Post by: BigJim on August 03, 2010, 06:12:07 PM: Sunday dive with the boys at a spot that Sledge took me too that he encouraged me to share with fellow NCKA brothers!!

No obvious monsters and not carpeted with abs, but plenty to be found with a little peeking and looking!!

Early bird get's the water to himself!!

Opening Day and we had the whole cove to ourselves until we were done and back on the beach drinking beer!!

Gabe/ElDorado...thanks for the consejos up by the truck bro....really appreciate it!!

Hope you guys had as much fun as I did out there!!

BloodBath, if you would have told me you were gonna go there later I would have left you my rope to get down easier!!!
:smt005
:smt006
Sincerely,

Jim
Title: Re: Albion 2010
Post by: ravensblack on August 03, 2010, 06:29:50 PM: Oh Yea. July 22nd, 23rd,24th 2011 See ya then. :smt006 Of couse during the rst of the year I will be fishing and diving with all you studs and studettes. :smt006
Title: Re: Albion 2010
Post by: BigGabe on August 03, 2010, 06:35:29 PM: BigJim,

I wish I would have gone with you. Next year we won't have the opportunity to get abs during the Albion trip so we'll have to hook up some other time. Hopefully soon. I'm sure we'll have a blast.

I'm sure I'll see you before the next Albion trip. Are you going to the MBK tourney?
Title: Re: Albion 2010
Post by: EWB on August 03, 2010, 07:57:44 PM: that ab board is almost as big as the 'big yak'
Title: Re: Albion 2010
Post by: dilbeck on August 03, 2010, 08:01:28 PM: Quote from: ravensblack on August 03, 2010, 06:29:50 PM
Oh Yea. July 22nd, 23rd,24th 2011 See ya then.

Really?!?! Awesome, I'll be able to make it again! Woo hoo!!! :kick :groupwave

Sad I missed it this year but I had made plans to play in a soccer tournament. Can't complain, a bunch of old guys lost in the championship game.

Major props to all that braved the not-so-perfect conditions. Congrats to all that placed. Job well done Craig and Linelle.
Title: Re: Albion 2010
Post by: ElDorado on August 03, 2010, 08:11:02 PM: what great company you people are.I think that mason jar nalied me.Andy and JIm thanx for showing me the spot,next time Ill be in better shape,and about the consejos everythings from the heart and glad I could share,Jimbo it was a blast thanx,see you all soon,on the water,Gabe
Title: Re: Albion 2010
Post by: otobepelagic on August 03, 2010, 08:16:57 PM: A Very Big Thanks to Craig and Linelle for another Great NCKA adventure! If the whole planet would share and care as our little community did this past weekend just think of the possibilities. Thank you all for for the outstanding weekend.....
Title: Re: Albion 2010
Post by: Chadrock on August 03, 2010, 08:32:00 PM: Quote from: otobepelagic on August 03, 2010, 08:16:57 PM
If the whole planet would share and care as our little community did this past weekend just think of the possibilities.

Amen to that!
Title: Re: Albion 2010
Post by: kayakjack on August 03, 2010, 08:52:31 PM: I also want to thank jonesz for telling the most terrifying campfire story i have ever heard. The story of his marriage. I haven't hardly slept a wink and my wife can't understand why I am so eager to do all the cooking.
Title: Re: Albion 2010
Post by: baitNbeer on August 03, 2010, 09:03:24 PM: LOL!
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Post by: AlsHobieOutback on August 03, 2010, 09:07:13 PM: Boy, my first day back to work today was a tough one :smt013 It actually almost took away that great feeling that the Albion weekend gave me... :smt009 until I got motivated to download the pics and remind my self of what a wonderul experience the whole weekend was! :smt002

I had an awesome time hanging with the usual crew of A-Hulls, but more so than any other event I got to meet and party with so many new people! What a great group of guys n gals we have here folks!!! Words really cannot describe it, but I'm just glad I could be a part of it.

Thanks so much Craig and Linelle and so many others like Spike, KZ, Ben, and all the other donaters and sponsers for this event! It was just AWESOME!!!

Congrads Fishworks916! You and your lady must be pretty stoked for both taking First Place!!! I knew "The Madness" was strong with you two from all the great reports this year! Looks like you guys are going to have to fight with BigJim for the Rookie Of The Year!!! :smt005

Oh, and thanks to all the people that took so many many beautiful pictures and video to document this moment in NCKA history! :smt006

A-HULLS TAKE ALBION NEXT YEAR!!!
(Or we drink till we dont care anymore!)
Title: Re: Albion 2010
Post by: AlsHobieOutback on August 03, 2010, 09:14:49 PM: :smt004 :smt003 :smt002 :smt001 :smt007
Title: Re: Albion 2010
Post by: kayakjack on August 03, 2010, 09:17:48 PM: Andy that albion stew on sunday was one of the best things i have ever eaten. Thank you.
Title: Re: Albion 2010
Post by: FISHADOW on August 03, 2010, 09:48:27 PM: Jack that breakfast you served up was the best ever man! It was right on time too! Cameron, The smell of your pasta made me break conversation too look over, as soon as i saw that Towel go over your shoulder, I knew i wasnt moving a Muscle until I tryed some of what were cooking
Cant thank you guys enough, Brain G Pigs in a blanket on a Cold Morning is one of the best things to happen to me since NCKA. I ate WAY TO MUCH on sunday!
Congrats to Fishworks916 and his awsome Chick On 2 First places this weekend!!! WTFG
Qoute of the Trip -"On these Hobies, We Can Even hold hands"
Thanx To All Our NCKA family for Making Albion "Home" for a few Days
Title: Re: Albion 2010
Post by: Anacapabob on August 03, 2010, 09:52:10 PM: Ya'll are studs! What a captivating read. I really want to fish it next year even if there are "A"-hulls there.
That just kills me. :smt044
You guys rock. :smt006
Title: Re: Albion 2010
Post by: guitarzan on August 03, 2010, 10:03:19 PM: Quote from: kayakjack on August 03, 2010, 08:52:31 PM
I also want to thank jonesz for telling the most terrifying campfire story i have ever heard. The story of his marriage. I haven't hardly slept a wink and my wife can't understand why I am so eager to do all the cooking.
KayakJack you crack me up! :smt005
Title: Re: Albion 2010
Post by: Salty. on August 03, 2010, 10:21:10 PM: Big thanks to Craig & Linelle for all the hard work leading up to & during the event. Everytime I heard Craig coming on the vhf and asking "how's it going out there guys?" I knew he really wanted to be out there to see for himself. So for you buddy I took the two pics below. After 12noon the wind started really kicking in and it got even worse than these pics. I actually had more fun diving on Sunday with William102, Jedmo, Bloodbath, Solsfr, and Andy/Fishmaster. The vis was pretty good & I actually saw a perch. :smt044 C U all next year! jim

PS: It sure was good to see Sean White and his family again. Hope to see them around more often now. :smt001
Title: Re: Albion 2010
Post by: kayakjack on August 04, 2010, 06:13:28 AM: yeah Jim, i hadn't seen sean in ages. i am sure glad we decided to open the event to the public so people like him could participate.
Title: Re: Albion 2010
Post by: LapuLapu on August 04, 2010, 07:12:43 AM: Did you notice that there is a fin sticking out in your 2nd pic.

Rey
Title: Re: Albion 2010
Post by: Rockroach on August 04, 2010, 08:02:37 AM: Quote from: lapulapu on August 04, 2010, 07:12:43 AM
Did you notice that there is a fin sticking out in your 2nd pic.

Rey
You've been watching to much SHARK WEEK on tv. :smt003 Still It does look suspicious. Was the land lord amongst us?
Title: Re: Albion 2010
Post by: FishinJay on August 04, 2010, 08:49:44 AM: Congrats to the winner and to Craig for putting on what appeared to be a huge success. Theresa and I are sorry we missed it!
Title: Re: Albion 2010
Post by: porky (bp) on August 04, 2010, 09:15:01 AM: Just got to reading all this, some beautiful pics guys!

Craig and Linelle, thanks much for a great time.
Thank you all for welcoming my family and a few friends, I was also celebrating a long times friends 40th bday.

I did not stay up late and party, as i had my little one with me, but none the less good times at a great spot.
My wife was super stoked her Enchilada Casserole was all gone at the pot luck, she doesnt cook much so she was pretty proud of her contribution..

My only complaint is, the weekend just went too fast!

Congratulations too Ricci and Christina, see ya in snata cruz sometime!
Marcos and Rich too! You guys all did amazing!

Joel, thanks so much for the "thank you" plaque you made for Raquel and I, we were so surprised and honored you thought of us!
Title: Re: Albion 2010
Post by: otobepelagic on August 04, 2010, 11:11:16 AM: More Albion 2010 Fun In The Sun

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pgc7YznZk9M
Title: Re: Albion 2010
Post by: bwodun on August 04, 2010, 11:35:36 AM: first and foremost thanks to craig and linelle for all the hard work, also to the sponsers, jack, dennis, all who helped make this an absolute wonderful weekend, got to meet alot of new people and hang with ones i already new, thanks to jack for making refugee campers feel so welcome and for the great kitchen, god i want one, thanks to tigerfish for the great tuna and wahoo, great stuff, cant wait till next year, especially since it falls on my birthday which means the wife cant veto the trip, here some pics, and hope to see you all on the water sooner than later, cameron
Title: Re: Albion 2010
Post by: bwodun on August 04, 2010, 11:50:38 AM: more pics
Title: Re: Albion 2010
Post by: bwodun on August 04, 2010, 11:56:52 AM: and a few more
Title: Re: Albion 2010
Post by: otobepelagic on August 04, 2010, 12:09:17 PM: Albion River Stand Up Paddle Battle!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sAJW3o1MjW4
Title: Re: Albion 2010
Post by: MontanaN8V on August 04, 2010, 12:43:20 PM: some day I will drink enough beer to try that. :smt006
Title: Re: Albion 2010
Post by: otobepelagic on August 04, 2010, 12:47:34 PM: Quote from: link=topic=25632.msg272188#msg272188 date=1280951000
some day I will drink enough beer to try that. :smt006

I never even gave it a thought.....left it to the "professionals" :smt044
Title: Re: Albion 2010
Post by: Clown fish on August 04, 2010, 01:32:25 PM: Hello All :smt006
Thanks for a warm welcome and it was a pleasure to meet as many of you as I did. Tote invited my wife Denise and I to join Becky and himself, John and Lisa to an amazing weekend in Albion. He wasn't lying. What a nice group of people. Although I don't have a yak and my back is currently not letting me do much of anything I look forward to many more outings, getting a yak of my own and fishing along side of you instead of watching you paddle out to the horizon.

Again,
Thank you :hello2:

Scott
Clownfish
Title: Re: Albion 2010
Post by: piski on August 04, 2010, 01:57:54 PM: What an incredible Albion Open 2010. Thanks to everyone involved, but especially to Craig and Linelle for a superb event. A job exceptionally well done, Craig. :thumleft:

Albion sunset
(http://a.imageshack.us/img829/403/img6594i.jpg) (http://img829.imageshack.us/i/img6594i.jpg/)
Title: Re: Albion 2010
Post by: FisHunter on August 04, 2010, 03:00:08 PM: discovering we/i could stand up & paddle was quit a pleasant surprise. seeing it on video and the speed i was able to maintain means only one thing!
TIMEtoSTARTaNEWsecretCLUB= NCSUKP = NorCalStandUpKayakPaddlers!! Pissing in/from/atop my kayak will never be the same.
Who wants in? and who just wants to hate? :smt044

pic1~iroe/Jeffe and HolyPatrick in the mist.

pic2~Chad w/Allen shooting vid.
Title: Re: Albion 2010
Post by: SBD on August 04, 2010, 03:49:09 PM: Quote
yeah Jim, i hadn't seen sean in ages. i am sure glad we decided to open the event to the public so people like him could participate.

I don't remember it ever being closed to the public? I always had folks that were non-ncka attend.

Besides, without guests who's gonna rescue the members? :smt044

Seriously...we had a great time. Craig did me proud. I ate too much. I caught a full hand. Life is good.
Title: Re: Albion 2010
Post by: daviator on August 04, 2010, 03:59:06 PM: sorry for the late post. Again a very enjoyable NCKA event..much appreciation to Craig and Linelle, the sponsors and donors for making everything come together.. your efforts help facilatate an event which brings good people together sharing a common cause..

I was pleased to be able to catch both GSiv and Albion for the first time this season..Its great getting to meet and make more and more friends in this community..the level of comraderie is truly heart warming.

a special thanks to my fishing partner HobieDave for letting me squat on his camp site yet again...plus kayakjack for extending his formitable kitchen platform.(thanks for turning me onto Racer5 brew.. ) it was good to meet BWOden and experience his thai noodles..Cam you are a talented man indeed..both of you guys rock.
was it brian the guy from Lodi? thanks for bringing the home picked peaches and nectarines.. ( I forgot your screen name. Can you PM me?)

As for the fishing..first timer at Albion so thanks to the guys who passed down the tips as to where to start out. I was spooked by the big swells near the cove opening..so much so I didnt dare delpoy my FF nor set up my gear.. I didnt feel like taking my eyes off the breaking waves and mixed swells. after 20 minutes I almost bailed and told Hobiedave I was heading back to fish inside the cove....after coming back in towards the wash rocks I began feeling a little more at ease and decided to give it a try.. I figured it was a good opportunity to build on my big blue experience. I was thankful I took the MBK ocean safety course with Aaron and Holakai last season and mentally rehearsed self rescue proecedures.

plus my HobieAdventure is a sea kayak so now was a good time as ever to see how my rig handled the swells. (glad I did as I discovered later on that I took in 4-5 gallons of water. cant figure if water is entering from fwd or center hatches so I need to do some investigation...either way.. I will no longer hold out on the self bailing suction device.

things settled down for me as I started to get into the fish.
I was rigged way too big as I was using a home modified 8oz swimbait.still managed to score a 15" cabezon and a few rockies.. but they were mostly small and were sent back down with a stern warning to get bigger..

finished the afternoon sightseeing up the river to the barge house with Hobiedave and his wife Pam...the stretch along the river viewing the redwoods was great..

sunday ventured out with BigJim, andy, jim, and Gabrial to fetch an ab.. I was reminded the value of good fitting equipment..my jacket was so damn tight and uncomfortable I couldn't get relaxed in the water and take a vfull breadth..so I decided to go to plan B and just rock pick nearby the guys. finally scored a barely legal one and fiugred thats all I really needed for dinner. wrapped up with a brew on the beach with the boys.

what a great weekend building friendships, playing on the ocean, and taking in the scenary of our awesome coastline..
Someone above nailed it...can't believe the weekend came and went so fast..Now I must face post tourney blues..

thanks everyone for putting things together to facilitate the event.

flyingfishrow/ dave
Title: Re: Albion 2010
Post by: Fisherman X on August 04, 2010, 04:35:18 PM: Quote from: Malolo on August 04, 2010, 03:49:09 PM
.....I ate too much. I caught a full hand. Life is good.

(http://extras.mnginteractive.com/live/media/site91/2010/0804/20100804__01_local_GALLERY.jpg)

Ahhh, a successful use of time. Nicely put, Flying Fish! :smt002
Title: Re: Albion 2010
Post by: BigGabe on August 04, 2010, 05:04:17 PM: It's odd how few people fell in the drink at Albion. At GS4 we had 6 or more go in the dring with almost flat calm conditions, and at Albion we had only one yak show it's bottom side out on the water. Speaking of that, where is "Dunk"?
Title: Re: Albion 2010
Post by: Don D on August 04, 2010, 05:49:53 PM: Craig and Linelle, Thanks so much for all the hard work putting on this event, you two are awsome people(and Tessa too). Congadulations to all the winners, I felt like a winner just by being there. Next year I got to place in the top three, I want one of those cool paintings by Ben(Guitarzan), already have a place to hang it.

THANK YOU mIKE(Tote) and Becky, you two were great neighbors, best margarita I've ever had and the oysters were'nt bad either.

David(Tigerfish) thanks for the swimbaits, and that bacon wrapped wahoo was the bomb man I'm getting hungy again just thinking about it.

I've been going to Albion for over 20 yrs with my family vacations. Being there with the NCKA is a whole other level of fun, I'll never forget this last weekend :smt006

Thank you NCKA
Title: Re: Albion 2010
Post by: Ross on August 04, 2010, 07:00:26 PM: Another late post. Many thanks to Craig and Linelle and all others who gave time or otherwise contributed to making this a special time for so many. Don D said it best for me, being there made me a winner. I skipped the Saturday fishing but had a great time on the Friday party boat (thanks Rich), playing pee-wee golf with the young'un, river trip on Saturday, and diving for a nice limit of abs with Brian G and company on Sunday, plus chilling it at camp NCKA.

Big Jim invited me for abbing on Sunday morning but I missed the early start and didn't want to be playing catch-up and holding folks up. Brian came through and it was really a treat to get back out in a wetsuit for the first time in more than 5 years. Whoo-hooo back in the saddle!

And thanks to Dave Blatt for coming through on a campsite!
Title: Re: Albion 2010
Post by: Salty. on August 04, 2010, 07:39:38 PM: Quote from: Malolo on August 04, 2010, 03:49:09 PM
Life is good.

Well, It is now!.....Welcome Back Brother Sean! :hello: :wav: :hello:
Title: Re: Albion 2010
Post by: Hobie-Dave on August 04, 2010, 09:26:04 PM: What a spectacular weekend we all enjoyed so much. The event was so well planned and executed, Kudos to Craig & Linelle, Spike & all the other contributors. Then the Mooch is present, awesome as ever in spite of what he's going through. The buffet was out of this world, there are many gourmet cooks in this NCKA club. Pam and I got to share the site with Dave (flyingfishrow) & Doug (grumpy) same place with you guys next year please. Dave C, Hobie-Pam wants that 2ND tandem picture for show&tell at work. most of my shots sucked so they went away, except one of Tiny on our way out Sat. and my AOTY gopher rockfish. dave...
Title: Re: Albion 2010
Post by: FISHADOW on August 04, 2010, 09:56:26 PM: Another things Hobies are good for :smt002

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bkHLtqQDp0k
Title: Re: Albion 2010
Post by: jonesz on August 04, 2010, 10:37:26 PM: [quote Life is good.
[/quote]
Well it certainly just got a little better... :smt002
Title: Re: Albion 2010
Post by: piski on August 05, 2010, 01:10:37 AM: Quote from: ChevyDayze
Another things Hobies are good for :smt002

Aww, such love! :smt008 :smt003
Title: Re: Albion 2010
Post by: Jedmo on August 05, 2010, 02:01:43 PM: Wow! What an amazing time we all had at the Albion Open. Thank you so very
much Craig and Linelle for all your hard work making it happened for all of us to
enjoy. Congrats to Fishworks,Rockroach,MontanaN8V, and Christina on catching
the winning fish.

I only managed to catch a few rockfish and an under size ling on Saturday and that was it. The water condition was no joke. My worst ocean condition so far
but I didn't give up so easily so I stayed as long as I can.

Thanks to Saltydog, William102,FishMaster1,Bloodbath,and Solsf for letting a newbie tag along for some ab dive on Sunday. Our camp enjoyed the gift BTW Jim, William, and Jimbo. We all appreciate it.

Thanks Rey and Patty for my daughter's Birthday gift.

Jedmo
Title: Re: Albion 2010
Post by: DaveW on August 05, 2010, 05:06:16 PM: Craig, thanks so much for putting this on. Great job.

There was so much good will going on, I'd say watch out: Art is going to start calling you HIPPIES. Fish Hippies :smt044
Title: Re: Albion 2010
Post by: LapuLapu on August 05, 2010, 05:55:37 PM: Nice Abs and Uni Jedmo! Pretty good for a newbie diver. Did you dive with the dry suit? Walang anuman with the gift.

Rey
Title: Re: Albion 2010
Post by: ravensblack on August 05, 2010, 08:54:52 PM: Quote from: DaveW on August 05, 2010, 05:06:16 PM
Craig, thanks so much for putting this on. Great job.

There was so much good will going on, I'd say watch out: Art is going to start calling you HIPPIES. Fish Hippies :smt044

Art probably wont ever go to Albion because the creed now will be, " all welcome at Albion Open. All races, all walks of life, all cultures, all lifestyles. Hippies especially!". There wasnt one person who was there this year that i just didnt get a kick out of. We are in this together. We are fisherpeople above all else. Plus a big welcome to those coming home to their roots. The dude who showed up because he was going over the bridge and saw all the kayaks and campers was Keith Keahi from Maui. He couldnt grasp the love and fellowship that was there for him to partake of. Lifes a gas , why not enjoy it to the fullest and let the hate and ego just fall to the wayside. Thanks DaveW for all you do.
Title: Re: Albion 2010
Post by: Jedmo on August 05, 2010, 09:02:08 PM: The uni was a gift from William and the abs were from
Jim and Jimbo. Thanks again fellas for we all had
enjoyed it very much.

Jedmo
Title: Re: Albion 2010
Post by: LilRiverMan on August 05, 2010, 09:20:29 PM: It’s mostly been said, but I have to add to the chorus. GREAT JOB CRAIG & LINELLE !!!!

Chose the peace and quite of Schooners over the many friendly offers to camp share as this was my wife Janis’ first foray into one of these events. Probably won’t be her last as she kept commenting on how helpful and friendly everybody was and what a great time she had. Eric B you made her day with the gift of fresh Uni, Thanks ! Thanks to Andy & Brenda, Al & Sara for letting me “mooch” their BBQ facilities when I was too lazy to start my own fire (cause that’s the way I roll). A special shout out to our camping neighbors at Schooner’s, Ricci & Christina. Way to go. Couldn't happen to a nicer couple. Ricci, excellent job on the heartfelt acceptance speech :smt041 :smt041. Awesome cookies. Bring more next time. :smt003

Back to the relative quite of Schooner’s. I didn’t realize seals could make so many bizarre sounds at night, bubble blowing, farting, gurgling and splashing. Then there was the weird, is that a chicken, a turkey, a ???? sounds during the day and even in the middle of the night, which turned out to be a clutch of nesting Great Blue Herons at feeding time – aka O dark :30.

Saturday didn’t lead to any fish for me. Sanity prevailed and I tucked it into the cove like many others. I did get some redemption on Sunday. Joined MontanaN8V just beyond the foghorn rock for an hour or so. On my first drop, as soon as it hit bottom - fish on – a modest Gopher. A few minutes later a fat 20” Cabby slammed my lure. . I did a couple more drifts and headed in.

Took the long road home down the coast, checking out all the fishing spots I‘d heard about and fantasizing about ways to get my kayak down cliff faces to some really fishy looking spots

Here’s my share of photos - enjoy
Title: Re: Albion 2010
Post by: LilRiverMan on August 05, 2010, 09:23:36 PM: More pics
Title: Re: Albion 2010
Post by: baitNbeer on August 05, 2010, 10:08:17 PM: is this keith? i was buzzin pretty good but i remember this guy was from hawai and new to the club
Title: Re: Albion 2010
Post by: mooch on August 06, 2010, 12:44:43 AM: Quote
The dude who showed up because he was going over the bridge and saw all the kayaks and campers was Keith Keahi from Maui.

Craig, it's really a small world. A few years back I sold keith his Ocean Kayak when I was still working at Aquan. I did mention to him about the NCKA family but I guess he did the lurker thing for a while. Anyway, I'm glad he stopped by and stayed for the weekend.

Keith. it's time you stop lurking and chime in :smt006
Title: Re: Albion 2010
Post by: BigJim on August 06, 2010, 05:59:24 AM: Quote from: baitNbeer on August 05, 2010, 10:08:17 PM
is this keith? i was buzzin pretty good but i remember this guy was from hawai and new to the club

That's him!!!

Cool cat!!
:smt004
Sincerely,

Jim
Title: Re: Albion 2010
Post by: Fish Master1 on August 06, 2010, 12:31:54 PM: :smt006
Title: Re: Albion 2010
Post by: Fish Master1 on August 06, 2010, 12:34:21 PM: :smt006
Title: Re: Albion 2010
Post by: Kayote on August 06, 2010, 02:51:20 PM: We're back. Best event ever. Thanks to Craig and Linelle for all the hard work. The most swag I have ever seen. Best food ever. Thanks to everyone for making this event great. Cheers to Tote and Becky for the Tiki bar, oysters and fun. It was great to meet your friends. Big thanks to Jonez for all the fishing tips and a belly full of abalone. Looking forward to fishing with you. Don Dodge, Thanks for being the only one around when it was rockin out there, great fishing with you brother. To Bigfoot and TBone, you guys are my family. To Mooch, great to see you brother and thanks for making me laugh and cry so hard. It was also cool to meet Dennis Spike. I was on his yakfihing board back when that's all there was. Too many cool things to remember. Congratulations to the winners. This was a tough one to win. Thanks to you all. OK, now some photos:

1. This choked me up heading out saturday (it says Mooch in that heart).

2. The label says it all.

3. Polygamist Al 1,2 & 3
Title: Re: Albion 2010
Post by: Kayote on August 06, 2010, 02:56:18 PM: !. Entrance

2. First to arrive tuesday.

3. Tournament Day
Title: Re: Albion 2010
Post by: Kayote on August 06, 2010, 03:02:06 PM: 1. Caspar Sunday

2. Bigfoot sighting at Caspar (Surf crash Youtube to come)

3. Tommy's (TBone's) abs and rockies from Caspar.

4, Caspar Canary
Title: Re: Albion 2010
Post by: Kayote on August 06, 2010, 03:06:29 PM: 1, Randall, Alan, Glyn and Tommy

2. Bigfoot and TBone Sunset

3. Tommy's Rockies
Title: Re: Albion 2010
Post by: Kayote on August 06, 2010, 03:18:49 PM: And finally, a lttle story of a cabezon. :smt003 A cabezon caught on wednesday before the tourny. A cab that was weighed , photographed and released. Apparently when there is no corpse, accusations of BS arise. NCKA members (I won't mention Montana's name), strangers, even the game warden implied that I might be lying. :smt044 So in my own defense, here is what an 11 pound cabbie from Albion looks like. :smt102
Title: Re: Albion 2010
Post by: Kayote on August 06, 2010, 03:22:23 PM: Sunset Back at Yewtaw
Title: Re: Albion 2010
Post by: Rockroach on August 06, 2010, 03:29:53 PM: Holy cabezon batman!! I believe you :smt003 I was actually looking for that one on Saturday
Title: Re: Albion 2010
Post by: Kayote on August 06, 2010, 03:33:47 PM: Bigfoot sighting at Caspar

http://youtu.be/XfMI4fvnz3k
Title: Re: Albion 2010
Post by: BigGabe on August 06, 2010, 03:51:53 PM: I would like to give a huge thanks to everyone for posting up so many pics of this awesome event. My wife is into scrap booking big time and usually comes away from our vacation trips wishing she had more pics. She and I keep looking through these threads and are constantly amazed at the quality of the pictures everyone took. They'll make that weekend last forever. A special thanks to Fishmaster 1 who captured the best pic of my son I've seen so far and the only one of me with my game clip of small fish from Saturday.

Aslo, thanks to the guys who took Rich and my kids up the river Saturday afternoon. The kids loved that. Thanks BigJim for loaning my son your big yak. You're a first class guy. I'm glad to call you and many others my friend.

I can't wait for next year. The atmosphere in camp was like nothing I've ever been a part of before.

Thanks to everyone who made this happen. :smt006
Title: Re: Albion 2010
Post by: ravensblack on August 06, 2010, 04:28:08 PM: Ed and Al, it was just pure ass joy meeting you two. Your energy and enthusiasum is a cut above. Thats a GD monster cab for sure. Thanks for the sunset pic in UT. Awesome. Till we meet again, Craig
Title: Re: Albion 2010
Post by: bwodun on August 06, 2010, 04:36:02 PM: that is a f-ing beautiful hog of a cabbie, damn :smt007, cameron
Title: Re: Albion 2010
Post by: Tote on August 06, 2010, 05:03:15 PM: Ed,
You are so full of $hit!! That thing is photoshopped!!!!!!! :smt044
Title: Re: Albion 2010
Post by: Bassbay on August 07, 2010, 07:38:11 PM: he's not that thing realy happened over canada and nort of U.S.
Title: Re: Albion 2010
Post by: MontanaN8V on August 10, 2010, 11:21:09 AM: Quote from: Kayote on August 06, 2010, 03:18:49 PM
And finally, a lttle story of a cabezon. :smt003 A cabezon caught on wednesday before the tourny. A cab that was weighed , photographed and released. Apparently when there is no corpse, accusations of BS arise. NCKA members (I won't mention Montana's name), strangers, even the game warden implied that I might be lying. :smt044 So in my own defense, here is what an 11 pound cabbie from Albion looks like. :smt102

I love you man..... You have proven yourself in the crucible of battle and emerged victorious. I shall never doubt your achievements again!
Title: Re: Albion 2010
Post by: AbMan on August 11, 2010, 08:09:09 PM: Thanks Craig and Linelle, Awesome event.

The camaraderie among NCKAers continues to be unparalleled.

The Ab familly stayed at Albion River Resort all Week!

Here are a few more pictures.

(http://i889.photobucket.com/albums/ac95/JamesRCameron/2010%20Albion/AbChildLovedtheRaffle.jpg)
AbChild Loved the Raffle!

(http://i889.photobucket.com/albums/ac95/JamesRCameron/2010%20Albion/FriedCheeseCake-GottaBeQuick.jpg)
Gotta be quick for the fried Cheese Cake!

(http://i889.photobucket.com/albums/ac95/JamesRCameron/2010%20Albion/RefugeeCamp.jpg)
Refugee Camp

(http://i889.photobucket.com/albums/ac95/JamesRCameron/2010%20Albion/SundayFryOn.jpg)
FM1 Fry continues on Sunday night with Ribs.

(http://i889.photobucket.com/albums/ac95/JamesRCameron/2010%20Albion/AbChildCatchingBullheadontheDock.jpg)
Ab Child loved catching bull head off the dock

(http://i889.photobucket.com/albums/ac95/JamesRCameron/2010%20Albion/FoundFishonThursday.jpg)
PB trip to Elk on Thursday after the Event, produced some fish.
Title: Re: Albion 2010
Post by: Papa Al on August 15, 2010, 07:10:34 AM: My son Eric hooked, netted and released this beautiful Salmon. His first saltwater catch!

Good job Eric!

Thank you Mike Solsrf1 for the great pictures.

Al

http://www.facebook.com/album.php?aid=199222&id=777703289&l=5b0cb91c47 (http://www.facebook.com/album.php?aid=199222&id=777703289&l=5b0cb91c47)

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Title: Re: Albion 2010
Post by: Danglin on August 15, 2010, 08:55:38 AM: wow,!!!!

and released it...???

Out standing!!!!
Title: Re: Albion 2010
Post by: mooch on August 15, 2010, 10:14:44 AM: Quote from: Danglin on August 15, 2010, 08:55:38 AM
wow,!!!!

and released it...???

Out standing!!!!

That's what I said...but Eric was honest enough to admit that he was using a barbed hook. Never the less, it was a fine catch (and release) :smt023 You da man Eric :smt002
Title: Re: Albion 2010
Post by: TBONE on August 15, 2010, 11:29:10 AM: :smt006It was so great to see everyone again sorry for the late post it has been very chaotic at work since i have been back. I had so much fun and ate so much great food thanks craig and linelle Albion 2010 rocked!!!! cant wait for next year its gonna be a blast i have more pics and such just havnt had time to post. glad to see everyone made it back alright keep them lines tight.............