The Villages Deep Sea Fishing Club

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DEEP SEA FISHING CLUB MINUTES FOR

JUNE 5TH 2010

President Everett Belter called the meeting to order and led the members in the Pledge of Allegiance. Visitors and 05 new/returning members were introduced. Approximately 120 members attended. President Belter gave a brief summary of the types of fishing trips the club offers and that anyone who wants to learn more about the club may stay after the meeting. The condensed minutes for the May 1st meeting were summarized and approved with two minor changes. Detailed minutes are available at each meeting or on the website. Bob Seguin described the club website for the new members and asked that anyone who wanted to be added to the club bulk email list, see him after the meeting. President Belter gave the treasurer’s report to include a summary of the monthly income and expenses. Contact Tom Martin, Treasurer, if you want further details. Copies of the new Florida Saltwater Fishing Regulations are available. This covers the period of January 1st thru June 30th.

FISHING TRIP REPORTS: The May trip on the Thunder produced grunts and two keeper grouper. The Pastime Princess trip boated a variety of fish including a giant 3-pound grunt caught by Everett Belter. The Haf n Haf trip was very successful with a limit of amberjacks, dolphin and kingfish brought aboard. The Gulf Grouper trips were very successful with amounts of 5 and 14 (includes 2 red grouper) nice keeper size grouper plus lots of large grunts caught. Flats fishing is picking up but should improve in June. Three nice specs plus a boatload of 14 1/2 inch throw backs were caught on the pontoon boat..

OLD BUSINESS: To clear up some apparent confusion, President Belter reminded all that the Thunder trips leave from Laurel Manor at 0530 and cost $70 including the bus. The Pastime Princess trips leave from Mulberry Rec Ctr at 0630 and cost $50 plus the bus if it is used.

NEW BUSINESS: The Fishing Trip schedule for June/July was presented. This includes trips to the Gulf, the Atlantic, and to the flats. You may view this schedule and details on any of these trips, on the Fishing Trips Web Page on our website, or contact the appropriate individual listed on the Home and Fishing Trips pages.

A new flats fishing trip was tested by Howard Bond and Glenn Kangas. They were fairly successful boating several types of fish. It sails out of Spring Hill, Florida. The skipper can provide either a small skiff type boat or a pontoon boat. Cost is $200 for 2 persons/one half day trip on the skiff, or $200 for up to 5 persons/one half day trip on the pontoon boat. The club does not plan to schedule monthly charters but those members wanting to try it out should contact the skipper direct as follows: Call Captain Larry Roderick at 352-835-3785 or visit his website at: www.flatsslamfishingcharters.com or email him at larryroderick@earthlink.net. You may also call Glenn or Howard for information on their trip.

OTHER BUSINESS: Red snapper season opens in the Gulf on June 1st. Gag grouper opened in the Atlantic May 1st. The red snapper season closure in the Atlantic has been extended for an additional 6 months.

100% RAFFLE: Free trip winners on the Thunder or Pastime Princess this month are: Fred O'Connor, Bob Makela, Frank Purnell, Vic Latona, Bob Wakefield and Don Good. Tight lines to all the lucky winners.

DEEP SEA FISHING CLUB MINUTES FOR

MAY 1ST 2010

President Everett Belter called the meeting to order and led the members in the Pledge of Allegiance. Visitors and 30 new/returning members were introduced. Approximately 150 members attended. President Belter gave a brief summary of the types of fishing trips the club offers and that anyone who wants to learn more about the club may stay after the meeting. The condensed minutes for the April 3rd meeting were summarized and approved. Detailed minutes are available at each meeting or on the website. Bob Seguin described the club website for the new members and asked that anyone who wanted to be added to the club bulk email list, see him after the meeting. He also stated that the website recently passed the 20,000 hit mark recently and thanked everyone for their support. Tom Martin gave the treasurer’s report to include a summary of the monthly income and expenses. Contact Tom Martin, Treasurer, if you want further details. Copies of the new Florida Saltwater Fishing Regulations are available. This covers the period of January 1st thru June 30th.

FISHING TRIP REPORTS: April was a better month with a ton of large grunts and a few keeper grouper caught aboard the Thunder. The Pastime Princess was blown out, but the Cash's and Bill Smock did pretty good on a Sunday trip boating some nice mangrove and vermillion snapper. No Haf n Haf trips were scheduled. The Gulf Grouper trips were very successful with amounts of 12, 10, 8 and 7 nice keeper size grouper plus lots of large grunts caught. Flats fishing is picking up but should improve in May. High winds hampered most of the trips.

NEW BUSINESS: The Fishing Trip schedule for May and June was presented. This includes trips to the Gulf, the Atlantic, and to the flats. You may view this schedule and details on any of these trips, on the Fishing Trips Web Page on our website, or contact the appropriate individual listed on the Home Page.

OTHER BUSINESS: Red snapper season opens in the Gulf on June 1st. Gag grouper opens in the Atlantic May 1st.

100% RAFFLE: Free trip winners on the Thunder or Pastime Princess this month are: Mike Ray, Gene Brock, Tom Perry, Chuck Yahnke, Jim Strothman, Dick Messner, Gilbert Bordoni, Charley Holzshuh, Frank Truglio and Dave Huber. Tight lines to all the lucky winners.

DEEP SEA FISHING CLUB MINUTES FOR

APRIL 3RD 2010

President Everett Belter called the meeting to order and led the members in the Pledge of Allegiance. Visitors and 21 new members were introduced. Approximately 150 members attended. President Belter gave a brief summary of the types of fishing trips the club offers and that anyone who wants to learn more about the club may stay after the meeting. The condensed minutes for the March 6th meeting were summarized and approved. Detailed minutes are available at each meeting or on the website. Bob Seguin described the club website for the new members and asked that anyone who wanted to be added to the club bulk email list, see him after the meeting. Tom Martin gave the treasurer’s report to include a summary of the monthly income and expenses. Contact Tom Martin, Treasurer, if you want further details. Recipes are available at the info tables in the rear. Copies of the new Florida Saltwater Fishing Regulations are also available. This covers the period of January 1st thru June 30th.

FISHING TRIP REPORTS: March was pretty much a wasted month due to cold weather/water and high winds. However, Vernon Cash caught several puppy sharks on a Sunday trip on the Pastime Princess and donated them to the club for the fish fry. The Thunder also produced lots of grunts for the fish fry. Spanish mackerel, trout and reds are beginning to show up in the flats.

OLD BUSINESS: The fish fry on April 1st was well attended by 177 folks and all seemed to have a good time. Thanks to all the volunteers.

NEW BUSINESS: The Fishing Trip schedule for April and May was presented. This includes trips to the Gulf, the Atlantic, and to the flats. You may view this schedule and details on any of these trips, on the Fishing Trips Web Page on our website, or contact the appropriate individual listed on the Home Page.

OTHER BUSINESS: 100% RAFFLE: Free trip winners on the Thunder or Pastime Princess this month are: Bud Mangels, Gene Brock, Tom Witt, Eddie Ritter, Frank Purnell, Dave Dolinsky, Phil Kilinsky, Bart Crawford, Don Good and Roy Baker.

DEEP SEA FISHING CLUB MINUTES FOR

MARCH 6TH 2010

President Everett Belter called the meeting to order and led the members in the Pledge of Allegiance. Visitors and 20 new members were introduced. Approximately 200 members attended. President Belter gave a brief summary of the types of fishing trips the club offers and that anyone who wants to learn more about the club may stay after the meeting. The condensed minutes for the February 6th meeting were read and approved. Detailed minutes are available at each meeting or on the website. Bob Seguin described the club website for the new members and asked that anyone who wanted to be added to the club bulk email list, see him after the meeting. Tom Martin gave the treasurer’s report to include a summary of the monthly income and expenses. Contact Tom Martin, Treasurer, if you want further details. Recipes are available at the info tables in the rear. Copies of the new Florida Saltwater Fishing Regulations are also available. This covers the period of January 1st thru June 30th. A flyer is also available to sign on an online petition to congress about better fisheries management.

FISHING TRIP REPORTS: February was pretty much a wasted month due to cold weather/water and high winds.Some were caught on a Sunday trip on the Pastime Princess.

OLD BUSINESS: The next fish fry is scheduled for Thursday, April 1st at Camp Geneva. Tickets are on sale today. You must pay your dues before purchasing a ticket. After today tickets must be purchased directly form President Belter. They will not be sold at the door.

NEW BUSINESS: The Fishing Trip schedule for March and April was presented. This includes trips to the Gulf, the Atlantic, and to the flats. You may view this schedule and details on any of these trips, on the Fishing Trips Web Page on our website, or contact the appropriate individual listed on the Home Page.

The Villages Outdoor Expo is scheduled for the weekend of March 13th and 14th at the La Hacienda Rec Center. For information and details see the Spring Expo web page on this site. To volunteer your services, call Everett Belter or Bob Seguin.

OTHER BUSINESS: Bob Wakefield is recovering from back surgery. Drop by and say hello at 1824 Madero Drive or call him at 259-0633.

Bob Seguin is making a trip to Ft. Stewart next week and will talk to the Captain of the Skinny Dipper, a 6-pack about potential trips for the club. Even though this is a 3+ hour trip, it is within minutes of the gulf stream and cuts the boat travel time meaning more fishing time. Bob will bring back some info. Bob is also attending a VFW seminar on veterans burial rights. He will provide info to anyone who requests it.

Phil Hepp plans trips out to the middle ground on a 77 foot catamaran. Trips are 39 hours in duration. For cost and other info, contact Phil at 259-0474.

Bud Mangels said there is a 10% discount at Lowe's for veterans as long as they produce the proper ID. If you have any questions, call Bud at 750-6655.

100% RAFFLE: Free trip winners on the Thunder or Pastime Princess this month are: Lee Holtorf, Donna Martin, Dale Stank, Steve Klonick, Bob Janson, Dick Bradford, John Mineo, Al Lipold, and Grace Waller.

DEEP SEA FISHING CLUB MINUTES FOR

FEBRUARY 6TH 2010

President Everett Belter called the meeting to order and led the members in the Pledge of Allegiance. Visitors and 12 new members were introduced. Approximately 140 members attended. President Belter gave a brief summary of the types of fishing trips the club offers and that anyone who wants to learn more about the club may stay after the meeting. The condensed minutes for the January 2nd meeting were read and approved. Detailed minutes are available at each meeting or on the website. Bob Seguin described the club website for the new members and asked that anyone who wanted to be added to the club bulk email list, see him after the meeting. Everett Belter gave the treasurer’s report to include a summary of the monthly income and expenses. Contact Tom Martin, Treasurer, if you want further details. Recipes and fruit are available at the info tables in the rear. Copies of the new Florida Saltwater Fishing Regulations are also available. This covers the period of January 1st thru June 30th.

FISHING TRIP REPORTS: The Thunder trip for January 21st was blown out but rescheduled for January 28th. Grunts provided most of the catch. No Haf n Haf trips were scheduled due to the closed grouper/snapper ban. The Pastime Princess trip boated a whopping 136 nice trigger fish up to 5 pounds and also lots of sea bass. Three gallons of fish were donated for the fish fry. Flats fishing trips out of Crystal River also were hampered by cold weather but managed to boat a few fish. Four Gulf Grouper trips were scheduled but only one produced the limit of gag grouper. Cold weather/water was again the reason for slow fishing.

OLD BUSINESS: The next fish fry is definitely scheduled for April 1st. Tickets are on sale today and at the March meeting. You must pay your dues before purchasing a ticket.

NEW BUSINESS: The Fishing Trip schedule for February and March was presented. This includes trips to the Gulf, the Atlantic, and to the flats. You may view this schedule and details on any of these trips, including which ones still have openings, on the Fishing Trips Web Page on our website, or contact the appropriate individual listed on the Home Page.

The annual Bass Pro Shop Spring Fling Exhibition is scheduled for Saturday, February 27th. A villages bus will be made available at a cost of $12. There will be lectures by fishing pros and seminars. This trip is sponsored by the Freshwater Fishing Club. For details or to sign up, call Jerry Echols at 250-9839.

100% RAFFLE: Free trip winners on the Thunder or Pastime Princess this month are: Gilberto Bordoni, Don Sabo, Pete Andres, Ben Akers, Richard Libby, Frank Purnell, Frank Truglio, Cy Morgan and Bruce Miller.

DEEP SEA FISHING CLUB MINUTES FOR

JANUARY 2ND 2010

President Everett Belter called the meeting to order and led the members in the Pledge of Allegiance. Visitors and 8 new members were introduced. Approximately 110 members attended. President Belter gave a brief summary of the types of fishing trips the club offers and that anyone who wants to learn more about the club may stay after the meeting. The condensed minutes for the December 5th meeting were read and approved. Detailed minutes are available at each meeting or on the website. Bob Seguin described the club website for the new members and asked that anyone who wanted to be added to the club bulk email list, see him after the meeting. Tom Martin gave the treasurer’s report to include a summary of the monthly income and expenses. Tom also summarized the fishing trip expenses paid to each boat Captain for the year 2009. Contact Tom if you want further details. Recipes and fruit are available at the info tables in the rear.

FISHING TRIP REPORTS: The Thunder trip for December was blown out. The Haf n Haf trips were also blown out. The Pastime Princess trip encountered rough water but manages to boat some snapper and kingfish. Bill Smock also went out on a Sunday trip and won the boat pool with a nice snapper. Flats fishing trips out of Crystal River also were hampered by weather but managed to boat a few fish. Two Gulf Grouper trips boated the limit of gag grouper while the rest were weathered out.

OLD BUSINESS: None.

NEW BUSINESS: The Fishing Trip schedule for January and February was presented. This includes trips to the Gulf, the Atlantic, and to the flats. You may view this schedule and details on any of these trips, including which ones still have openings, on the Fishing Trips Web Page on our website, or contact the appropriate individual listed on the Home Page.

THE NATIONAL MARINE FISHERIES SERVICE HAS FORMALLY IMPLEMENTED A BAN ON RED SNAPPER FROM JANUARY 4TH TO JUNE 1ST IN THE ATLANTIC OCEAN. A BAN HAS ALSO BEEN ENFORCED ON ALL SPECIES OF GROUPER FISHING FROM JANUARY 1ST TO MAY 1ST. This is in dispute by commercial and sports fishermen and a law suit is being planned to attempt to overturn this decision. IN ADDITION GROUPER FISHING WILL BE CLOSED IN THE GULF FROM FEBRUARY THRU MARCH, AND TROUT FISHING DURING FEBRUARY.

OTHER BUSINESS: The spring picnic has been tentatively scheduled for April 1st at Camp Geneva. You donations of fish are needed now especially with the upcoming bans on grouper, snapper and trout.

100% RAFFLE: Free trip winners on the Thunder or Pastime Princess this month are: Arlene Cash, Tom Burritt, Arthur Hurd, Gene Brock, John Mineo, Phil Colca, Bill Henning and John Delestry

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