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General => Heroes On the Water (HOW) => Topic started by: bmb on April 10, 2017, 10:22:35 AM

Title: CANCELLED - NorCal HOW 3rd '17 Event - Friday, April 21, 2017
Post by: bmb on April 10, 2017, 10:22:35 AM
SORRY Y'ALL, this event has been Cancelled.  Check in with us in May for our next event details. 

Hello All, 

The NorCal HOW team has decided that our next event for 2017 will be hosted at Steele Canyon Resort at Lake Berryessa on Friday, April 21, 2017.  We plan to try and accommodate approximately 20 vets that day. We will be needing some volunteers to take veterans out on the water as well as some to help with shore duty tasks such as carrying kayaks, prepping and cooking food, ensuring vets are rigged up safely with PFDs and rods, etc. We really want to thank the folks over at Steele Canyon for lending us their location as a venue that day.

This is a single day fishing trip for Friday.  If you're interested in camping, please feel free to take a look at their website for options.  The FNC was held there last weekend and was well received!  Water levels are great!
http://lakeberryessacampgrounds.com/steelecanyon/

Few rules:
1. No Alcohol allowed at HOW Events
2. We usually could use a few folks willing to take vets out on our tandems or your own, in addition to guiding.
3. We could use a few folks to help out on shore duty, cooking, making sure folks sign waivers, safety check and launches, etc.
4. Please take pictures of the vets, but ask them if they're OK with it first.  Some are not willing to have their picture taken, but those that are usually really appreciate the pictures.

If you think you can help join us, please post in this thread.  If you know of any veterans or active duty military that may want to attend, contact Raydon.  We'll also post up the event details on our FB page at www.facebook.com/NorCalHOW.  Please follow this thread for updates on what we need from you guys as to timing of showing up, cleaning up, etc.

Thanks,
Ben
Title: Re: NorCal HOW 3rd '17 Event - Friday, April 21, 2017 @ Lake Berryessa Steele Canyon
Post by: Sarge on April 10, 2017, 10:30:36 AM
Sorry Guys I cant make this one.
Title: Re: NorCal HOW 3rd '17 Event - Friday, April 21, 2017 @ Lake Berryessa Steele Canyon
Post by: AnnieAreYouOk on April 10, 2017, 08:33:51 PM
I can probably be there! Gotta double check with work


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Title: Re: NorCal HOW 3rd '17 Event - Friday, April 21, 2017 @ Lake Berryessa Steele Canyon
Post by: kayakjack on April 11, 2017, 06:59:21 AM
I can probably be there! Gotta double check with work


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Right-on Annie. We appreciate your help
Title: Re: NorCal HOW 3rd '17 Event - Friday, April 21, 2017 @ Lake Berryessa Steele Canyon
Post by: DRT Yakbah on April 11, 2017, 09:24:20 AM
I'll be up there to volunteer. If the weather looks right I might stay the weekend with the wife and fish.
Title: Re: NorCal HOW 3rd '17 Event - Friday, April 21, 2017 @ Lake Berryessa Steele Canyon
Post by: Kayakfish7 on April 11, 2017, 06:15:49 PM
Man I wish I wasn't camping that weekend or I would help
Title: Re: NorCal HOW 3rd '17 Event - Friday, April 21, 2017 @ Lake Berryessa Steele Canyon
Post by: kayakjack on April 11, 2017, 06:46:25 PM
I'll be up there to volunteer. If the weather looks right I might stay the weekend with the wife and fish.
Thanks bro. See you there.
Title: Re: NorCal HOW 3rd '17 Event - Friday, April 21, 2017 @ Lake Berryessa Steele Canyon
Post by: TW on April 16, 2017, 03:03:48 PM
I'll be there  to help.  (On land )
Bringing  my veteran neighbor to get involved too.
Is the gate going to be open early or do we need a gate code.
Plan on being there  at 7am.
Also, is there anyone staying the night.
Most likely  I'll be camping.
Tim
Title: Re: NorCal HOW 3rd '17 Event - Friday, April 21, 2017 @ Lake Berryessa Steele Canyon
Post by: DRT Yakbah on April 16, 2017, 03:18:55 PM
I probably should've mentioned that I only feel comfortable helping on land. I don't have my self rescue down yet so taking someone else out with me doesn't seem right.

TW, weather permitting my wife and I might be up there for a night or two.
Title: Re: NorCal HOW 3rd '17 Event - Friday, April 21, 2017 @ Lake Berryessa Steele Canyon
Post by: RacinRob on April 16, 2017, 03:22:40 PM
The gate opens at 7am. Just tell them at the gate you are there for the veterans.
Title: Re: NorCal HOW 3rd '17 Event - Friday, April 21, 2017 @ Lake Berryessa Steele Canyon
Post by: Tonymoore55 on April 17, 2017, 10:40:09 AM
I'll be there. 


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Title: Re: NorCal HOW 3rd '17 Event - Friday, April 21, 2017 @ Lake Berryessa Steele Canyon
Post by: TW on April 17, 2017, 01:37:35 PM
I probably should've mentioned that I only feel comfortable helping on land. I don't have my self rescue down yet so taking someone else out with me doesn't seem right.

TW, weather permitting my wife and I might be up there for a night or two.

Change of plans for  me. 
After the event is over . I'm leaving  and headed to the coast to fish Saturday morning.
Title: Re: NorCal HOW 3rd '17 Event - Friday, April 21, 2017 @ Lake Berryessa Steele Canyon
Post by: bmb on April 17, 2017, 01:49:20 PM
so far haven't found any guests to attend with us.  If you've got contacts with veterans who might be interested in fishing in some nice, sunny (80 degrees!) weather, have them contact us!

Ben
Title: Re: NorCal HOW 3rd '17 Event - Friday, April 21, 2017 @ Lake Berryessa Steele Canyon
Post by: AnnieAreYouOk on April 17, 2017, 05:28:29 PM
Do the vets need a fishing license for this one?


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Title: Re: NorCal HOW 3rd '17 Event - Friday, April 21, 2017 @ Lake Berryessa Steele Canyon
Post by: RacinRob on April 17, 2017, 06:30:33 PM
No they do not. We have a group permit.
Title: Re: NorCal HOW 3rd '17 Event - Friday, April 21, 2017 @ Lake Berryessa Steele Canyon
Post by: AnnieAreYouOk on April 17, 2017, 07:38:14 PM
Thanks Rob!

I've passed on the word and will be there on Friday!  :smt003
Title: Re: NorCal HOW 3rd '17 Event - Friday, April 21, 2017 @ Lake Berryessa Steele Canyon
Post by: DRT Yakbah on April 18, 2017, 05:46:10 AM
so far haven't found any guests to attend with us.  If you've got contacts with veterans who might be interested in fishing in some nice, sunny (80 degrees!) weather, have them contact us!

Ben

Have you tried the Yountville veteran's home?
Title: Re: NorCal HOW 3rd '17 Event - Friday, April 21, 2017 @ Lake Berryessa Steele Canyon
Post by: bmb on April 18, 2017, 07:09:59 AM
so far haven't found any guests to attend with us.  If you've got contacts with veterans who might be interested in fishing in some nice, sunny (80 degrees!) weather, have them contact us!

Ben

Have you tried the Yountville veteran's home?
If you mean The Pathway Home then yes, they're one of our closest collaborators for our North Bay events.
Title: Re: NorCal HOW 3rd '17 Event - Friday, April 21, 2017 @ Lake Berryessa Steele Canyon
Post by: AnnieAreYouOk on April 18, 2017, 06:05:47 PM
So if no one signs up do you cancel or do we just show up and all go fishing together?!  :smt001
Title: Re: NorCal HOW 3rd '17 Event - Friday, April 21, 2017 @ Lake Berryessa Steele Canyon
Post by: bmb on April 18, 2017, 08:45:13 PM
So if no one signs up do you cancel or do we just show up and all go fishing together?!  :smt001
We'll cancel, but people are more than welcome to fish.  I think I'll haul up to CL on friday if we cxl and try to hit Juan's crappy spot.

We'll make the call tomorrow afternoon - if we don't get any vet confirmation we'll cancel the event, unfortunately.  Raydon has been put forth a great effort to get people to attend but those thus far have not born fruit.
Title: NorCal HOW 3rd '17 Event - Friday, April 21, 2017 @ Lake Berryessa Steele Canyon
Post by: Tonymoore55 on April 18, 2017, 09:12:47 PM
That's a shame if no one responds.  I'm still on board but will go to CL if we have to cxl.  Using the words of Grant Napier.  Clear Lake Crappie are on FIRE.  And if you don't like that.  You don't like NCKA Kayak Fishing!!!!! 


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Title: Re: NorCal HOW 3rd '17 Event - Friday, April 21, 2017 @ Lake Berryessa Steele Canyon
Post by: Tonymoore55 on April 18, 2017, 09:14:08 PM
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Title: Re: NorCal HOW 3rd '17 Event - Friday, April 21, 2017 @ Lake Berryessa Steele Canyon
Post by: Der_Huntsman on April 19, 2017, 08:08:49 AM
I haven't offered to volunteer because I have to work. But if you guys NEED at least 1 Veteran, I guess I can call in sick. I don't know if that costs a bunch of money though. Let me know what you decide and if me going helps or is just un-necessarily spending money.
Title: Re: NorCal HOW 3rd '17 Event - Friday, April 21, 2017 @ Lake Berryessa Steele Canyon
Post by: DRT Yakbah on April 19, 2017, 08:32:57 AM
Clear lake sounds fun if this falls through. I have only launched from lakeside park, it's free, where do you guys launch? And how rigorous are there kayak inspections. I have a very little amount of dirt in my hull I don't want to have to crawl through the whole thing if it isn't needed.
Title: Re: NorCal HOW 3rd '17 Event - Friday, April 21, 2017 @ Lake Berryessa Steele Canyon
Post by: RacinRob on April 19, 2017, 08:41:22 AM
No inspections for kayaks at CL.
Title: Re: NorCal HOW 3rd '17 Event - Friday, April 21, 2017 @ Lake Berryessa Steele Canyon
Post by: bmb on April 19, 2017, 08:42:45 AM
I haven't offered to volunteer because I have to work. But if you guys NEED at least 1 Veteran, I guess I can call in sick. I don't know if that costs a bunch of money though. Let me know what you decide and if me going helps or is just un-necessarily spending money.
Nah, our events only cost us money if people show up.  Its better to have 8 than 1 in that sense.
Title: Re: NorCal HOW 3rd '17 Event - Friday, April 21, 2017 @ Lake Berryessa Steele Canyon
Post by: Der_Huntsman on April 19, 2017, 09:25:18 AM
I haven't offered to volunteer because I have to work. But if you guys NEED at least 1 Veteran, I guess I can call in sick. I don't know if that costs a bunch of money though. Let me know what you decide and if me going helps or is just un-necessarily spending money.
Nah, our events only cost us money if people show up.  Its better to have 8 than 1 in that sense.

I figured.
Title: Re: NorCal HOW 3rd '17 Event - Friday, April 21, 2017 @ Lake Berryessa Steele Canyon
Post by: DRT Yakbah on April 19, 2017, 11:02:45 AM
No inspections for kayaks at CL.

Thanks Rob, I got some bad intel it seems.
Title: Re: NorCal HOW 3rd '17 Event - Friday, April 21, 2017 @ Lake Berryessa Steele Canyon
Post by: TW on April 19, 2017, 04:27:12 PM


We'll make the call tomorrow afternoon -

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Title: Re: NorCal HOW 3rd '17 Event - Friday, April 21, 2017 @ Lake Berryessa Steele Canyon
Post by: kayakjack on April 19, 2017, 07:18:54 PM
we are cancelling Fridays event.
Title: Re: NorCal HOW 3rd '17 Event - Friday, April 21, 2017 @ Lake Berryessa Steele Canyon
Post by: RacinRob on April 19, 2017, 07:19:41 PM
We have cancelled. Hope to see you all at the next one. It should be on May 27th at a private area in Suisun area for Striper. If that does not pan out we will do Berryessa at Steele Canyon or Hennesey.
Title: Re: NorCal HOW 3rd '17 Event - Friday, April 21, 2017 @ Lake Berryessa Steele Canyon
Post by: Tonymoore55 on April 19, 2017, 07:52:59 PM
Thanks Rob, Jack Raydon for all the hard work.  Looking forward to seeing you in May.


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Title: Re: NorCal HOW 3rd '17 Event - Friday, April 21, 2017 @ Lake Berryessa Steele Canyon
Post by: DRT Yakbah on April 20, 2017, 07:48:33 AM
Too bad I was looking forward to the event.

Anyone still heading up there to fish?