President's Message
by Rick Thompson
 

What a great meeting we had. The speaker didn't show up, who was also the vendor. But it did not matter to the 70 or 80 members that came. We had a real good time telling stories and talking about fishing to our friends and fellow fishermen. I think it showed we all come to the meeting not just to hear someone try to teach us something new, but to spend time shooting the breeze and getting to know each other better. We did get Matt Lacey to tell us about his spread and some tactics he uses for rockfishing. We really appreciate all the great advise we get from our members who are willing to share their idea's with us. Crabby got to tell of the perils of owing a new boat and how they are all different, it just shows you even the most experienced boaters are still learning all the time. None of us get to spend as much time as we would like to on the water. It's very hard to remember how to do all the things we need to in running these machines. Then you get to think you know what we are doing with your electronics. The rockfishing season will be the first time back on the water for most of us. Take your time getting re-acquainted with your boat and all the gadgets we have to make us better and safer Captains. We want everyone to have a good time and catch fish, but its more important to get back to the dock in one piece. Good luck to everyone in the tournament and hope to see all of you guys in Solomons.

Chapter Raffle
This is our only fundraiser of the year. We need your help. We will be giving away a Premium Carnival 5 Night Cruise for 2. For every 10 tickets you sell you will get 1 free ticket for yourself. You'll receive your ticket when you turn your sold ones in. They will be available at the meetings or stop by & see Bob Pellicot at Shockley Honda. The drawing will be August 8th at our meeting. The cost is $10 each. We would like to thank Gordon Jernigan for donating the printing costs of the tickets.

Next Meeting

May 9, 2007

Food Service: starts at 6:15 pm

Menu:
Hot dog, potato salad, broccoli/cheese, dessert, coffee & iced-T, price $6.

Meeting: starts at 7:00 pm

Speaker:
We are excited to have Chris Toler from C & K Tackle. He will speak regarding bottom fishing for flounder, trout & many of the other species in the bay and offshore. He'll be happy to answer any questions regarding bottom fishing, trolling or about his tackle.

Vendor:
Chris Toler from C & K Tackle as the vendor for our next meeting. Chris has a wide variety lures & supplies to meet any of our bay or offshore fishing needs. He's located in Kent Narrows on the eastern shore of Maryland & ships his product anywhere in the country. He prefers to do most all of his business online for your convenience. Visit his website at cnksaltwatertackle.com or email him . This should be a great opportunity for us to get the "Hot" lure we didn't have for the tournament.

Last Month's Raffle Winners:
Steve Durieu: Alltackle $50 certificate
Ken Schildt: First aid kit & towels
Bach Vu: Stand-up rod
Dave Griffin: Boat soap
Lee Fritz: Rod & reel cleaner

50/50: Pat Riley $103

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Up Coming Events

None Posted:

Tournaments:
May 18-20: Flounder Tournament
June 22-24: Offshore Tournament

Kids and Fishing:
Have you taken a child fishing lately? Did you know that every Frederick Chapter Tournament has a child's division? Did you know that there are special prizes reserved for children? If you took a child fishing, take a picture of the trophy & get a copy to us for publication. Ed Sousa is working on a children's fishing classic. Please see Ed if you have any ideas for the event.

RENEW YOUR FISHING
LICENSES

2007 NMFS Migratory Species Permit: OFFSHORE:
All migratory species permits expire in May. Remember to purchase your 2007 permit. The "permit shop" can be found at:
www.hmspermits.gov or
www.nmfspermits.com
Permits for 2007 cost $22.00.

State of Maryland:
All DNR Maryland permits expired on December 31. You may purchase online at wildlifelicense.com/md/
Resident License: $9.00 allows a Maryland resident to fish in the Chesapeake Bay and it's tributaries from January 1 through December 31. Consolidated Bay Sport Boat License is $40.00 and allows everyone on board your boat to fish.