Maanglers get together

[noresman]

OK I know this has been discussed before but the weather is nicer and it's staying light later. I know some people have gotten together from this site. It's time we all got together and found out who each other is. My vote is for a Friday or Saturday late afternoon into evening get together at a lake for some bass fishing or on the river for a night of cat fishing or whatever. We could bring a couple of small grills and have a quick dinner and "social hour" then get down to some fishing. If you want to do it at a lake I'd recommend Brimfield Reservoir. Good boat launch (2 areas) plenty of parking, decent bass fishing and plenty of places we could beach the boats to have a cook-out. Lets see if we can decide on a date (possibly 6/20/06) for this I can pretty much make any week end.

[JayW]

A get together is a great idea for meeting other members and is essential to the success of this site. I am up for what ever fishing type of event we plan. The minor problem for me is that this next month and a half is going to be incredibly busy for me with graduation, freshman orientation and a planned trip to Mt Washington.

[buckmanjr]

Im all for a get together, but how about A-1 pond in westboro. Boat launch, pike and excellent bass fishing. also not far for us south eastern guys (about 1 hour) and prob. not bad a ride for the guys in West. mass.

[noresman]

The day is flexible or it could be more than a one time thing different days different locations. My son is planning to go back to Mt Washington this summer. He and a couple of his friends hiked it a coulpe years ago spending the night in one of the shelters. They plan on taking a different trail this time, he said they had a good time.

[JayW]

My uncle has reserved us a hut at Lakes of The Clouds. We are starting from Pickhem Notch and are going to climb to the top and then mayeb some of the other presidential ranges. I cant wait to go. The huts get booked up really early in the year. Ill make sure to take plenty of pictures to share with everyone on here.

[fisher16]

That sounds like a good idea. I'm always up for a fishing get together. Wink1 The only thing we should look into is maybe applying for a permit for a tounament. That way we won't jump on anyone toes or at least lookup the date when one is picked to find out if there is a tournament going on at the location we pick.

[tacoma]

I am in if I can make it. Don't have much of a boat but can either go with someone of bring it with me!

[noresman]

I forgot about the Shad derby being the next 2 weekends. That will probably tie up a lot of people. Do you think we would need a permit just to get together to do some fishing? It's not like were an organized club or association. Anyone else have a suggestion for a time or location?

[fisher16]

If we get more than ten people I would. They are free I think Arlow posted some info concerning permits a while ago. If its under ten then probably not. How about June 10th??

[noresman]

June 10th will work for me. Anyone else able to make this date? Now we need to agree on a location.

[buckmanjr]

how about we do some surf fishing? all the guys that know how to do it will show the new guys and have a nice cookout on the beach.

[GILL FINN]

The 10th is open for me so far, and I've never tried A-1 site, so that's my vote, but I'm open to most any suggestion.

[fisher16]

Originally posted by Noresman If you want to do it at a lake I'd recommend Brimfield Reservoir. Good boat launch (2 areas) plenty of parking, decent bass fishing and plenty of places we could beach the boats to have a cook-out.

Sounds like a nice place with ample parking for trailers/vehicles. I'll vote with the thread maker Noresman for this site.

[buckmanjr]

A-1 site for ponds, b papi, how about you set up a poll for this topic?

*a-1 site
*brimfield Resi
*Surf fishing on the cape
*(i forget the other suggestions.)

[noresman]

I called the Army Corp of Engineers who control Brimfield Reservoir today and talked to Keith Beecher. He said if we were only going to have 4-5 boats it wouldn't be a problem. I told him we may have 12 to 15 boats (wishful thinking but it could happen) He said if there were going to be that many it would be a good idea to pull a permit to reserve that day so another tourney wouldn't get scheduled. At the moment the 10th of June is open. The fee for the day is $50.00. I know where the Field office is and am willing to make the arrangements and pull the permit. We can split the cost between us that day. If enough people are interested in doing this I will need to know soon so we don't loose the day. There is already a tourney scheduled the 11th. If we get 8-10 people thats 5 or 6 bucks each. Lets see what other members think and if the interest is there we'll do it.

[tacoma]

Gotta count me out for the June 10th. Have to work that day.

[Toad]

I'm in just keep posting to keep us all informed.

[JayW]

Unfortunatly Im probably most likely busy that weekend. I graduate the 9th of June and then have to attend many grad parties that weekend.

[Fishstory]

I have a canoe and 22' pontoon boat in VT, pontoon has no trailer, canoe I could bring home. I would prefer not to fish from shore by myself all day. Does Brimfield has Tiger Musky???

[fisher16]

Well it doesn't have to be itched in stone. It seems alot of people can't make June 10. I forgot about graduation ect,ect. Maybe we can discuss some other date's.

[noresman]

Other dates or locations are fine by me. I figured I'd find out what the rules were for that body of water. In response to Fishstory no they do not have Tiger Musky but they do have Pike. As far as a canoe goes it would be fine on this body of water. Whatever date and place we agree on I will have at least 1 seat open in my boat. After all those parties Papi won't be in any shape for fishing unless we need some chumming of the waters.

[Fishstory]

Noresman, I may have the wrong place, when you say Brimfield Reservior is it also called East Brimfield Reservoir??? Because East B R has Tiger Musky, a friend of mine caught a 18 pounder out of there, they were stocked in 1997, he caught his in 2002.


http://www.mass.gov/dfwele/dfw/dfw_pond.htm#town

[arlow]

It has northerns and tigers. This is the most up to date stocking info available..

http://www.mass.gov/dfwele/dfw/dfwpike.htm

[fisher16]

Brimfield Res. still sounds like a nice spot. I think we need a different date How about July 8th.

[noresman]

July 8th sounds good to me. I will check next week to see if anything is scheduled for that day. If we get enough people to pull a permit I'm going to see if I can get them to throw in a couple of day passes to the Streeter Beach area in case anyone wants to bring the family for a day of swimming. To fishstory yes it is the same place and I wasn't aware they put the muskie in it. My daughter is the only one in the family to catch a legal pike there. She got a 36" through the ice about 10 years ago. Used to catch a bunch of 16" to 18" back in the 70's when they first started stocking them. Used to camp out there all the time with my dad in the 60's

[Power_Worm]

I can make it on any saturday. I am sure I could drag jig n pig with me. We dont have a boat so if there are any open spots let us know. Could probably get a canoe or will fish on shore with someone if they dont have a boat either.

[noresman]

I checked with the Army Corp of engineers and the 8th of July is open. So far it looks like we have 3 boats Fisher16,Toad,and myself. If anyone else is interested and will be bringing a boat please post soon. If we end up with 8 or more boats it would probably be a good idea to pull a permit ($50.00) so no other tourney gets scheduled that day. It is not required by the Corp to hold a function. If you've never fished this lake it's a pretty nice place. Decent launch area to accomadate any size boat, no horsepower limit,plenty of places you can pull your boat to shore and swim if you wish. The lake has decent bass fishing as well as pike and tiger muskie along with all the other pan fish. To power worm: I have a 12' row boat with an electric motor you and jig-n pig can use if I can figure out how to load it into the truck without it getting in the way of my trailer. Come on guys lets make this happen!

[Power_Worm]

That would be awesome!! If u cant load it I am sure we will be fine from shore. It would be a blast.

[buckmanjr]

me and my dad could be there with the boat.

[arlow]

You know your pick of dates is amazing....lol Both dates you picked are my club tournaments for that month.... You guys have fun. I'll be up at Bartons cove chasing smallies into New Hampshire!!!!

[fisher16]

Sounds good, I have already marked it on my calender.

[noresman]

Glad to see a few more people getting on board. Sorry you can't make this one Arlo, we'll have to plan another one when your club tourney's are done. As it gets closer to the date we will have to figure out the time and other details. Keep posting if you're coming.

[stripraddict]

ill see what i can do, but tentitively count me in. and if anyone has a free slot on a boat that would be great as well.

[Ron]

I would like to get itto some of that action. Fishing with other people on the water just makes the day much more exciting. I don't mean fishinf with the idiots that you run into everywhere, but when peolpe go out for the same event, its like you have a bunch of fishing buddies all togther. Keep posting to see if a final date and time can be picked.

[Fishstory]

I'm 70% in 30% out. I'll know more as time gets closer!

[fisher16]

Bump, da bump

[Fishstory]

I'm in.....

[buckmanjr]

Bump. Me and my dad are in.

[noresman]

Looks like we've got 10 to 12 people and about 5 or 6 boats lined up at the moment. Do you people want to make this an all day affair or afternoon into the evening. Like I mentioned in earlier posts there are places we can beach the boats and set up a grill and swim or just relax and tell fishing lies... I mean stories to each other.

[JayW]

You can count me in. I have a few friends that I will take also (they are members but dont post that much). I dont have a boat so if my friends come they have a nice 16ft boat or I will stay on shore and fish it really doesnt bother me. We should get a thread together for what we need and people can bring different types of food etc.

[Fishstory]

Can you have a Keg at the beach??? I did a moving job for Burke Beverage" Coorslight" and was givin 2 stainless steel coolers with 500 feet of coil for running a ice cold keg beer that im dying to try out. I could do a 1/4 barrel of Sams summer ale and a 1/4 of bud!!!!!!!!!!!! We could run the system out of the back of a SUV with no problem, then it wouldn't be so obvious!

[JayW]

Fishstory....I'm a little young cough cough lol jk. Im honestly really excited to meet everyone in person. It should be a good day. Just wondering because I have never been there but do they have pavilions or any other shelter just in case of rain? It shouldnt be a problem but just trying to plan ahead.

[buckmanjr]

how about 1/4 barrel of Root beer? jp, but should be a good time.

[Fishstory]

1/4 barrel of root beer might be a little much for you! You better stick to a 6 pack of root beer, besides you don't need to drink, you actually catch fish!Tongue1 I do think we should all put in 5 bucks and biggest fish of the day wins the pot, or some challenge to make things interesting!

[buckmanjr]

Ya, def. a little money envolved. (=

[fisher16]

Okay so far this is who we have signed up for this the first Maanglers fishing get together:

Date: July 8, 2006 How about meeting at 8:00 a.m. then hitting the lake until 1:00 p.m. and afterwards a cookout at the launch/beach. Could you please add how many your bringing. Also if we are going to have a cookout we need supplies food, grill, ect, ect. I can provide a grill with propane and paper plates, silverware. Its one of those tail gating grills we use it at patriots games and cooks very very nicely. Purchased it a Dick last season.

Noresman:1 trailered boat and 1 - 12' row boat,small folding table and charcoal if someone has a decent sized grate


Fisher16/brother: (Grill,propane,paper plates,silverware) Boat

JayW:hamburgs, chips, drinks (sorry guys nonalcoholic), hamburg buns, small tent

Buckmanjr

Gill Finn

Toad: boat. hot dogs, rolls, mustard, ketchup relish

Fishstory: Mako, Wild Boar, Venison

Powerworm

Stripraddict

Ron

[noresman]

The beach area charges a fee for access. I know of 2 or 3 nice places along the shoreline where we could set up a "camp" area and get out of the sun for a while. If the weather is going to be iffy I have a large tarp I can bring. Does anyone need directions to the lake? If so I will post them as it gets closer.

[fisher16]

Noresman is that time good, or do you want to schedule it earlier? Directions would be great never been there.

[noresman]

Directions to Brimfield Reservoir: From the Mass pike take the Sturbridge exit to Rt 20 West. Follow Rt 20 about 3 miles to the traffic light where Rt 148 bears off to the right. Continue on Rt 20 west about 1/2 mile the boat launch will be on your right. If you see the lake you went past the launch. If your coming from the greater Springfield area and don't want to take the pike follow Rt 20 east through Palmer and Brimfield till you see the sign entering Sturbridge the lake will be on both sides of the road. The launch is the first left after the sign.

[fisher16]

Just thought I would offer a ride to anyone from the Westfield/West Springfield area. The only problem is space is limited. I can have five people in the vehicle. Maybe pick the Westfield Shops across from the new Home Depot as a meeting area if thats okay or Friendlys up by the Pike.

Coolers with food can either go in the back or in the boat plenty of leg room one seat is already taken so there's three left.

[JayW]

I have a Ford Ranger so If anyone wants to meet like Fisher said I can throw plenty of coolers in the bed of the pickup.

[Toad]

I'm in West Side also if anyone needs a ride.

[kurt000111]

Hey, how come I didn't get an engraved invitation to this party ??? I been checking the mail every day......

[fisher16]

Come join us Kurt? Hows that for a invite? So far this is who we have signed up and attending this event. Guys if you are coming remember to update the thread about what you are going to bring.

Noresman:1 trailered boat and 1 - 12' row boat,small folding table and charcoal if someone has a decent sized grate


Fisher16/brother: (Gas Grill,propane,paper plates,silverware) Boat

JayW:hamburgs, chips, drinks (sorry guys nonalcoholic), hamburg buns, small tent

Buckmanjr/Father:

Gill Finn: step-son, and if need be, We can put a third person in our boat(16' aluminum Fisher)<!-- / message -->

Toad: boat. hot dogs, rolls, mustard, ketchup relish

Fishstory: Mako, Wild Boar, Venison

Powerworm:

Stripraddict:

Ron:

Yote Buster: Will bring 17 ft. boat trash bags

[buckmanjr]

My dads coming as well, or else i wouldnt have a ride.!

[GILL FINN]

on Friday, so I won't be able to bring anything home made, but I'll get
something or other at Stop & Shop or Big Y to add to the confusion.

Also, I'll be bringing my step-son, and if need be, We can put a third person in our boat(16' aluminum Fisher).

[noresman]

I will also be bringing a pot of venison chilli and will have room for 1 maybe 2 people in my boat.(16' tracker) I will also bring a 2 burner Coleman stove.

[JayW]

Does the Resevoir have a boat launch fee? Also are there any boat restrictions such as those at the Quabbin? Thanks

[noresman]

No there is no fee or horsepower limit. Pretty much any size boat can be launched. I believe the web site says between the 2 launch areas you can park 36 trailers. Do the boat owners a favor do not park in the parking spots for trailers or below the gate at the launch. Yuo can park a car along the side of the access road.

[Massbowhunter1968]

Unfortuanatly i Cannot make it this year i am on my Ann the same weekend but there is always next year lol Have a great time fellows bring home the Pics.

[JayW]

Massbowhunter, Im sure we will schedule another get together sometime before the end of this summer.

[dana_c]

""Cannot make it this year i am on my Ann the same weekend""

??? You wanna re-think your punctuation there, amigo? Is Ann your wife? Or does your wife know about this woman? Snoopy minds want to know! :-)

[Massbowhunter1968]

Massbowhunter, Im sure we will schedule another get together sometime before the end of this summer.Thank you for the Info Bud.

[YOTE BUSTER]

Is this outing still on for 8th ? Pretty sure i can make it.Will bring 17 ft. boat trash bags and what ever you guys think we need. just let me know ahead of time.I'll check back here for the list.

[arlow]

Just a quick note for you guys. I have never seen the south launch open. I dont think it has been used in many, many years. So you need to cut the available parking spots in half to around 18 spots I would assume.

[fisher16]

Date: July 8, 2006

Members attending/Food Thread


Noresman:1 trailered boat and 1 - 12' row boat,small folding table and charcoal if someone has a decent sized grate


Fisher16/brother: (Gas Grill,propane,paper plates,silverware, hot dogs/buns) Boat

JayW:hamburgs, chips, drinks (sorry guys nonalcoholic), hamburg buns, small tent

Buckmanjr/Father:

Gill Finn: step-son, and if need be, We can put a third person in our boat(16' aluminum Fisher)<!-- / message -->

Fishstory: Mako, Wild Boar, Venison

Powerworm:

Stripraddict:

Ron:

Yote Buster: Will bring 17 ft. boat trash bags

The list continues to grow :)

[noresman]

There are 2 open ramps for launching boats at Brimfield Res. Coming from the Sturbridge exit off the Mass Pike heading west on Rt 20 the first ramp is about a 1/2 mile from the red light where Rt 148 meets Rt 20 on your right.( if you see the lake you missed the ramp) The second ramp is about 1/4 mile further down Rt 20 west on the left.(just past the sign that says entering Brimfield) They just re-opened this ramp a couple years ago. There is a culvert that goes under Rt 20 big enough and deep enough for all size boats so you can access both sides of the Reservoir. Still need to know if anyone has a decent sized grill?

[arlow]

The second ramp is about 1/4 mile further down Rt 20 west on the left.(just past the sign that says entering Brimfield) They just re-opened this ramp a couple years ago.

That is good news! That is the ramp I was talking about that was never open however it has been a couple years since I fished there. Nice to see them actually utilize it because the other ramp gets real shallow in the summer.

[fisher16]

Noresman I'll be bringing one of those grill for tailgate parties they fold up and cook really good. Use it all the time at Pats games never had any problems feeding large group of people with it.

[Fishstory]

Because there's agood chance its going to rain with this crappy weather we've been having!Smashhead

[JayW]

Fishstory thats why I would like to bring a tent so just in case. I was thinking the same thing this morning and with the weather we have been having who knows what will happen.

[fisher16]

Did someone mentioned the R-Word? What is that stuff, it has only rained every other day it seems since the beginning of April. Hopefully the rain gods decide to take a break for at least one day.

[Fishstory]

70% of the days since the first of may have rained! We have had 189 inches of rain this year, well at least it feels like that much Tongue1 Jay, do you have a tent big enough to cover Brimfield resivoir? :)

[fisher16]

Smoke1 Grinning1 Agree1

[noresman]

They closed that ramp for years shortly after a woman drowned there. It was back in the late 60's. Her husband loaded the boat on the trailer and told her to pull the boat out of the water and she put the car in reverse by mistake. As far as the weather goes rain won't keep me from going. I carry rain gear in the boat all the time.

[Toad]

I'm going to have to pull out the the "get together".Eyeball Roller

Due to the wife's illness I haven't been able to get out locally at all this year. Things are heading south for her right now and I just don't feel right spending anytime away from her.

I'll be posting the sale of my boat in the classified forum today or tomorrow because it really doesn't appear like there is going to be improvement for quite some time. I just can't see it sitting in the driveway, unused. I think that I only used it 1 or twice last year.

Anyway....hope the gathering is a real success. I promised to bring hot dogs, rolls and condiments so if someone would stop by my house before heading out there I would still like to donate.

Smoke1

[fisher16]

Each and everyday is precious. Just wanted you to know that you guys are in my thoughts and prayers.

[tacoma]

Toad,
Sorry to hear of your wifes declining health. Hope everything works out for the best and just to let you know I highly respect your dedication to your wife...and like fisher said, you and your wife are being thought of!

[noresman]

Sorry to hear of your wifes health. But your right family comes before anything else. My thoughts are with you and your family, stay strong she will need you.

[JayW]

Im sorry to hear about your wifes declining health Toad. Please don't feel obligated to donate to the get together. Us other guys got things under control. We all will be keeping your wife in our hearts.

[arlow]

Toad sorry to hear about your wifes health. Your famiy is in my families thoughts and prayers.

[noresman]

On my way to Big Alum last night I checked out Brimfield Res. The water is about 1 1/2 feet higher than normal. Both launches are open. At the moment the long range forecast is calling for mostly sunny weather with a high in the 80's for Saturday. Hope it holds that way. See everyone thats coming on Saturday.

[JayW]

I also saw on the weather channel that it should be decent weather. I sure hope the rain holds off. Does anyone from around the Westfield area want to meet up beforehand and what time is everyone planning on arriving to Brimfield?

[fisher16]

Jay if you want we could meet up around 6:00 a.m. at Friendly's by the pike enterence.

[JayW]

Ill have to be setting my alarm for this one lol jk. Fisher I will get back to you later this week. Im still seeing if my buddies are going because we will tow their boat if they decide on going. They are fishing in Boston Harbah right now till Weds.

[noresman]

I plan on being there early to stake out a spot for us. Do you want to set up by the launch (easier if not everyone can get in a boat, but in the sun) or a spot further down the lake (accessible by boat but in the woods and shaded)
To power worm are you and jig n pig still coming? I promised you first shot at using my 12'er if you're still interested. Not fancy but it has an electric motor and gets you off the shore

[JayW]

Noresman, Buckmanjr and his father are bringing a canopy tent so there will be shade. I have never been there before so it doesnt bother me. I'm going to buy a couple cans of bug spray this week because the mosquitoes are out in full numbers this year. Just last night I must have been bit a good 20-25 times at my friends house on Congamond.

[noresman]

Hopefully during the day the mosquitos won't be too bad. If anyone has any of the motorola 2 way radios bring them. I will have a pair, that way we can keep in touch during the day. If you catch and release and don't have a livewell you can have someone verify the weight of the fish for the "Lunker Pool".

[fisher16]

Date: July 8, 2006 Its getting closer. Please post Powerworm,Stripraddict, and Ron if your attending.

Members attending/Food Thread


Noresman:1 trailered boat and 1 - 12' row boat,small folding table and charcoal if someone has a decent sized grate, and a pot of venison chilli


Fisher16/brother: (Gas Grill,propane,paper plates,silverware, hot dogs/buns) Boat

JayW:hamburgs, chips, drinks (sorry guys nonalcoholic), hamburg buns, small tent

Buckmanjr/Father:Date: July 8, 2006

Noresman:1 trailered boat and 1 - 12' row boat,small folding table and charcoal if someone has a decent sized grate


Fisher16/brother: (Gas Grill,propane,paper plates,silverware, hot dogs/buns) Boat

JayW:hamburgs, chips, drinks (sorry guys nonalcoholic), hamburg buns, small tent

Buckmanjr/Father:Canopy Tent

Gill Finn: step-son, and if need be, We can put a third person in our boat(16' aluminum Fisher)<!-- / message -->

Fishstory: Mako, Wild Boar, Venison

CrazyJoe/Brother in Law: mac salad or potato.

Powerworm:?????????????????????????????????

Stripraddict:?????????????????????????????????

Ron:???????????????????????????????????????

Yote Buster: Will bring 17 ft. boat trash bags

The list continues to grow :)

[noresman]

I will also be bringing a pot of venison chilli.

[JayW]

So it looks like 10 def. + probably 1-3 friends of mine. Ok before I go out and purchase food how much should I buy because we already have people bringing similiar items. I can purchase 8 hamburg patties (or however many come packaged in the store) and buns and we have a ton of drinks at my house. If someone is already bringing hamburgs then I can bring other items. I would like to get a count or estimate on how much of each thing. I dont want to overpuchase nor do I want to be hungry :) .

[buckmanjr]

Hope fully we can make it still, with the new boat and sunday lookin like a chance of rain, we might have to go out saturday and miss the get together, but i dont think the boat is ready for this weekend, so were kind of playing it by year right now.

[Fishstory]

Buck just said Sunday, that was theh day I was thinking it was for some reason, then I read a post by fisher saying July 8th, wasn't it the 9th?

What time is everyone meeting? Sunday I'm free all day, no problem at all, if it is Saturday........well, I've got problems....and will be questionable. I going to go thru some posts..

[buckmanjr]

If its sunday then im fine too.

[fisher16]

Original Date is Saturday July 8, 2006 Its getting closer. Please post Powerworm,Stripraddict, and Ron if your attending. I thought we all agreeded on Saturday July 8, a while ago.

If we are going to change the date I need to know by this afternoon or evening. Question1

Members attending/Food Thread


Noresman:1 trailered boat and 1 - 12' row boat,small folding table and charcoal if someone has a decent sized grate, and a pot of venison chilli


Fisher16/brother: (Gas Grill,propane,paper plates,silverware, hot dogs/buns) Boat

JayW:hamburgs, chips, drinks (sorry guys nonalcoholic), hamburg buns, small tent

Buckmanjr/Father:Canopy Tent

Gill Finn: step-son, and if need be, We can put a third person in our boat(16' aluminum Fisher)<!-- / message -->

Fishstory: Mako, Wild Boar, Venison

CrazyJoe/Brother in Law: mac salad or potato.

Yote Buster:Will bring 17 ft. boat trash bags

Powerworm:?????????????????????????????????

Stripraddict:?????????????????????????????????

Ron:???????????????????????????????????????

[Fishstory]

its my fault, I see where we decided on the 8th. For some reason I thought it was a sunday and when my wife told me she would be gone for the day with my daughter I thought perfect day for get together. I now am questionable, I need to find a sitter for the entire day and a new friend with a boat, I told my buddy the 9th and he can't make the 8th...Go Ahead Bash1 Bash1 Bash1 Bash1 Bash1 Bash1 Bash1 Bash1

I'm working on it!!!

Any spots available on boats? That will be one less thing to worry about

[noresman]

I just reviewed all the posts in this thread and it's always said the 8th of July. Don't know where people got the 9th from. I think it's too late to try and change the date because people have made plans. Just my opinion.

[noresman]

Fishstory, if jig n pig and power worm don't make it I will have a 12' boat with an elecrtic motor available. I will also have a seat in my boat 16' Tracker. If you make it, one way or another we will get you on the water somehow.

[fisher16]

Noresman that I was thinking the samething. But more along the lines of this "Way way to late to change the plans for another day". I made sure my plate was clean for this day July 8th when we decided on the day.

Although alot of things have come up for me to do. I have already told people that I've committed to this event and plans, along with my brother. So I'll be there with the grill and extras that I said I was going to bring. I'll be leaving my house around 6:00 a.m.. I'll have to be off the water and packed in for around 2:30 3ish.

Fish I'll have a spot available if you need a ride on the water.

[YOTE BUSTER]

I'm still in for the 8th.and i will have a open seat.Jay no one siad what i should bring so i'll give u some cash from my winningsGrinning1 to help you out.

[Fishstory]

I'm not expecting nor do I want anyone to try to change the date, I screwed up and I will find away to make it, even if I'm not there until 9am. Sunday will be a bonus as I head to open waters!!!

[JayW]

Yote and others I know what you can bring: Im sure most of you will already bring one but possibly a foldable/collapsible camping chair. Im not sure if Brimfield has picnic tables but Im going to bring the one collapsible chair that i have.

[fisher16]

I have a bunch of them that I'll bring with us.

[YOTE BUSTER]

Ihave a few

[fisher16]

Thought I would Repost Norseman directions to the outing Saturday July 8th. For all that need them like me.

Coming from the Sturbridge exit off the Mass Pike heading west on Rt 20 the first ramp is about a 1/2 mile from the red light where Rt 148 meets Rt 20 on your right.( if you see the lake you missed the ramp) The second ramp is about 1/4 mile further down Rt 20 west on the left.(just past the sign that says entering Brimfield) They just re-opened this ramp a couple years ago. There is a culvert that goes under Rt 20 big enough and deep enough for all size boats so you can access both sides of the Reservoir.

[Toad]

Yikes The last few years there have been some, "less than honest folks", from the cities that have found this is a great place to spend the day fishing, swimming, and picnicing.What1 If you guys are bringing a lot of gear it may be wise thing to have someone standing guard over your utensils and supplies. Bash1 Not trying to panic anyone but I had a friend that had some gear stolen last year, and guy I work with had some damage to his car while out kayaking there.Smashhead Just a word of caution.

If the wife is up for a ride I may swing by out there on Saturday.Tongue1 I won't be able to fish but I just would like to meet some of you and be able to associate a face with the posts.Yikes I also want to find out if we have any members that are uglier than CrazyJoe.Grinning1

Anyway hope to meet some of you on Saturday and if I don't get out there I'm hoping you all have a great time, and a fun get-together.Beerchug

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[fisher16]

That would be nice Toad, anyway I guess I better bring some protection.

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Did someone mentioned people like to steal stuff, I dare yaBeerchug

[noresman]

I will be there early and establish a camp area for us. Personally I've never had anything stolen or damaged while fishing out there and I've been fishing the res since 1964. Used to camp there most weekend with my dad and leave the camp site unguarded all day while fishing, but times have changed. That is one of the reasons I mentioned setting up at a spot further down the shoreline away from the parking area. It seems like people are going to be arriving at different times from 6:00 am on. I'd suggest we all meet at the launch area at a certain time (7:00 am) so we know who is in our group and who isn't. Besides we've all got to throw our $5.00 in the pool for the biggest fish.

[buckmanjr]

what launch area are we meeting at?

[noresman]

The first launch area as you come in from the pike. The access road is on the right just past the Econo-lodge Motel.(about 3 miles west on Rt 20 from the Sturbridge exit off the Pike) It is the better of the 2 and has an open field area where we can set up.

[buckmanjr]

alrite guys, looks like i wont be able to make this one, im goin out for stripers with my dad and close freinds in their boat. Hope you guys have a good time, and take plenty of pictures.

[Fishstory]

I'll be there around 8:45 to 9am. I have no boat, any room anywhere? If so, cell# for me to call when I arrive. I have the Wild Boar Ham its about 8 pounds, any recomendations how to cook it? I'll cook it the night before and heat it up there, also have venison and Mako, anyone want to cook it any special tasty way? marinade??? Seasoning????

[fisher16]

I'll take the mako steaks and grill them up with some special spices.
I'll pm you my cell number yup it changed again. Dropped another one.

[noresman]

Well it looks like were going to have plenty of food! Fishstory don't worry about getting in a boat we'll get you on the water somehow. If anyone has the motorola two way radios bring them that way we can stay in touch with each other on the water. I will be bringing two. To Toad I hope you and your wife can make it out tomorrow. If the two of you would like a ride around the lake let me know I'd be more than happy to have you on my boat.

[fisher16]

Its looks like it gonna be a great day weather wise tomorrow. Hopefully this is the final head count of the get together, and directions. If I missed someone speak up please.

Directions to the lake: Coming from the Sturbridge exit off the Mass Pike heading west on Rt 20 the first ramp is about a 1/2 mile from the red light where Rt 148 meets Rt 20 on your right.( if you see the lake you missed the ramp) The second ramp is about 1/4 mile further down Rt 20 west on the left.(just past the sign that says entering Brimfield) They just re-opened this ramp a couple years ago. There is a culvert that goes under Rt 20 big enough and deep enough for all size boats so you can access both sides of the Reservoir.

Meeting area:
The first launch area as you come in from the pike. The access road is on the right just past the Econo-lodge Motel.(about 3 miles west on Rt 20 from the Sturbridge exit off the Pike) It is the better of the 2 and has an open field area where we can set up.

Noresman suggest that we meet at the boat launch around 7:00 a.m. or so for the early arrivals. I think I'll be leaving my house around 6:00 a.m. and should be there around 7:00 a.m. I have a black Liberty Jeep with a red/white 16.5 Fisher Boat on the Back.

Noresman I am looking for four of my Radio's. I have them but they are buried with my hunting equipment. If I find them I bring them along with me tomorrow. That way pretty much everyone will at at least one radio per vessel.

Members attending/Food Thread


Noresman:1 trailered boat and 1 - 12' row boat,small folding table and charcoal if someone has a decent sized grate, and a pot of venison chilli


Fisher16/brother: (Gas Grill,propane,paper plates,silverware, hot dogs/buns) Boat

JayW:hamburgs, chips, drinks (sorry guys nonalcoholic), hamburg buns, small tent

Gill Finn: step-son, and if need be, We can put a third person in our boat(16' aluminum Fisher)<!-- / message -->

Fishstory: Mako, Wild Boar, Venison

CrazyJoe/Brother in Law: mac salad or potato.

Yote Buster:Will bring 17 ft. boat trash bags

Toad:

[noresman]

I scrapped the charcoal idea. between your grill and my stove we should be able to accomodate any cooking needs. The chilli is all made and ready to go, the boat and truck are loaded also. l have to go to a wake tonight for my brother-in-laws father who passed away on the fourth. I thought I was going to have to back out of the get together because the funeral is Saturday. But talking to the family they said "no way would Frankie want you to miss fishing because of him." Over the years I've had many enjoyable days fishing with him many of them at Brimfield, so I will dedicate my day of fishing and making new friends to him. I plan on being at the Res around 4:00 am. I will be driving a dark blue chevy silverado pick-up with a 16' Tracker boat.

[JayW]

Guys,
My friends who were going to bring their boat cannot make the event now since they need to move their cousin out of her apartment by the end of tomorrow. So I wont be in any boat but it doesnt make any difference to me. Fisher, If you still want to meet up tommorw at Friendlys please drop me a pm. I am going to see if any of my other friends want to come so I will be back a little later. Thanks

[fisher16]

Jay pm sent see ya in the a.m. set that alarm clock.

[Fishstory]

The wild boar ham is still frozen solid after 36 hours in the fridge. There is no way I can cook it tonight, looks like mako and venison. Anything else needed?

[JayW]

Fisher I will try to be there around 6. I drive a Green Ranger. If for any reason Im not there by 615 please leave and head to the lake. Thanks

[YOTE BUSTER]

Jay & fishstory i have enough room on my boat for you to guys .

[fisher16]

Jay I got your pm. Was out and about picking up a couple of things for tomorrow.

[JayW]

Just got back from doing some errands for the big day tomorrow. Purchased a bunch of rubber baits at Dicks then went to Stop and Shop in West Springfield. Picked up 8 hamburg patties, and 8 hotdogs and rolls and buns. Then I also picked up 2 2L Bottles of soda, and 3 bags of lays chips. :)