East Coast Shing-Ding

[Striper Sniper]

Hi guys I was wondering if the East Coast crew was planning on a summer Shing-Ding. I sure would like to meet you all!!!!! :D

[Striper Sniper]

50 reads and no replies.... still hoping:D

[scoffshore]

I think there was some talk about something in Jersey at one point. There was a mini one at the MAD event in Morehead City, NC last month, possibly another one in the fall at the same location. Unfortunately for the time being I am no longer a Shamrock owner, just a Shamrock lover and future Buyer.

[Hutch]

SCOFF - you're close-by, you could ride down with me. I've made the run to south Jersey a few times in our boat. Come to think of it, having two or three or six others to share the fuel bill (its a 100+ mile run) would be a BIG plus!!!

As long as it fits in our schedule, I'd be up for something. RI to NJ, we could probably (conditions permitting) bring the boat. LI / CT area would be ideal for me, but it depends on where people are coming from. Outside of RI to NJ we could attend but would be boatless (hmm, could put it on the trailer I suppose...)

[quickstep192]

I'd do it if it comes together. RI a bit of a poke in my little boat, but the SouthWest airfare is cheap.....

[Striper Sniper]

I'm liking what I'm hearing ;)

[skipm]

Can we have a poll to find out where the East coasters come from?Then pick a central location.

[ravenChris]

MD Nj DE work for me

[Quik Fix]

I'd really like to have a get together. Count me in, wherever. If its within towing range, I'll bring the boat. How about the Eastern shore around CYACHT's show? Morehead City N.C. is dead center on the East coast but I suspect two or three gatherings are more practical. One around L.I., one Morehead City ,and one Fla.

[CBHaws]

I run the Bertram Mid-Atlantic Rendezvous held the last four years at Trump In Atlantic City. You can check it out at www.bertramrendezvous.com

The event is July 18-22. After this event I would be interested in putting something together in NJ. The total cost of the event in AC is around $23,000.00 for 30 boats or so. It can be done for lots less money; but finding a venue that has bunch of slips on short notice with near-by sleeping accommodations is going to be tough. I over night on the Bertram; but not a 20 Shamrock (tooooo old for that)
Now I would consider something in the Barnegat Bay region. I live at the northend of the bay and I have room for about 5-10 boats at my dock and neighbors. A raft-up at Tices Shoal, day at the beach, cook-out at my dock. Sleep on your boat if you like. I have bunk room on my 35 Bertram that is parked behind the house for some.
Any thoughts?

[TheVinstigator]

I also would be interested if it were held in NJ, believe my cousin Pete would also be interested.

[ku2c]

Sure Vinnie - I am interested, could take at least two more Shammy's at my place. Just a matter of timing -- spending 50% of my time at the new job in Seattle. Looking at townhouses tomorrow :)

Don't forget shark trip saturday!

Pete

[TheVinstigator]

I am ready for both, we planning on keeping shark? Should I bring a shotgun??

[Striper Sniper]

Can we have a poll to find out where the East coasters come from?Then pick a central location.

I for one don't live near the ocean but would make a trip anywhere between N.C and north. :D

[BillyBoy]

I'd really like to have a get together. Count me in, wherever. If its within towing range, I'll bring the boat. How about the Eastern shore around CYACHT's show? Morehead City N.C. is dead center on the East coast but I suspect two or three gatherings are more practical. One around L.I., one Morehead City ,and one Fla.
I like the Eastern Shore idea. I would go to that one.

[cyacht]

I'm all for it. As long as my shop isn't absolutely packed, I'd be happy to offer the facilities for a crab feast/ fish fry. There aren't many transient slips at the marina next door, but there are plenty just across the river, and I can arrange for transpo. We've got plenty of nice ramps for the guys that tow.
Anything I can do to help.
Early fall would be nice. Just from the standpoint that everything is more pleasant.
Fishing picks back up, bugs won't be so bad, won't be so stank azz hot.

[Striper Sniper]

I'm all for it. As long as my shop isn't absolutely packed, I'd be happy to offer the facilities for a crab feast/ fish fry. There aren't many transient slips at the marina next door, but there are plenty just across the river, and I can arrange for transpo. We've got plenty of nice ramps for the guys that tow.
Anything I can do to help.
Early fall would be nice. Just from the standpoint that everything is more pleasant.
Fishing picks back up, bugs won't be so bad, won't be so stank azz hot.

Man I like this idea and if I'm lucky I may just have my Shammie running by them :D Anyone else feel the same? How sweet would it be to have Jack Cooper there!!!!

[Quik Fix]

Sounds like a plan for a good number of us. CYACHT has the right area. Half way between Morehead city and L.I. I'll trailer there ,but would want to keep in water while I was there. Unless I could haul and not have to take down the top,ie; leave at a ramp. Hows the motel situation? Alot of nice towns, full of boating life and history. A great area to go and do the tourist thing. Count me in.

[grreatdog]

I can see this working out: we stay in Oxford at the Robert Morris Inn so my bride gets a romantic evening (and I get what may be the best crab cakes in the world), then my bride can do a little shopping in St. Mike's while I retire to downtown Trappe to mingle with the Shammie folk. This could work for me.

[curt]

NJ or the Eastern Shore works for me. I need to hurry up and finish my boat. Sept. sounds good.

[Capt Crunch]

I like the Eastern Shore idea.

Me too!

However, I also like the Jersey idea ... assuming "Jersey" means Ocean County or south of it! What part of Jersey we talking?

[scoffshore]

You might get some hitchhikers if you do that quick!

[cyacht]

The Yacht Club in Cambridge recently expanded and has a truckload of slips. There are 1 or 2 B&B's near the marina, but no hotel w/in walking distance.
There is the Hyatt, if you feel like spoiling yourself. They have slips, restaurants/bars, a pool, etc. It would probably be the best bet for keeping the Domestic Administrator happy, if she didn't want to hang out w/ a bunch of oldboataphiles. She could lay by the pool and sip dirty banana's all day.
There are also a couple hotels on the highway.
We could try to put together a fishing tourney. Get together friday nite, and throw some $ in a hat. Fish saturday morning, back by 1 or so for the weigh in/party. I've got access to an 11 person van, so we can get people around.
Gdog, good idea for your bride. If you want to tow down so she has a car, there's a ramp in Oxford. I've also got some friends in Oxfart so you could drop your trailer for the day. You could also launch in Bellevue, across from Oxford, which would cut her drive to st. mike's in 1/2.

But for the guys way north, the Bay may not be the spot of choice.
Whatever everyone agrees on. I'm happy to help coordinate if it goes down here.

[Kurt]

Cyacht's place is about a 2-1/2 hour haul from my house (immediate Philly area) and I'd be fairly up for towing my yot down there for a get-together - don't know if we'd do any fishing but... Even the Admiral would probably want to rub elbows with some of the "cult". The towing fuel costs may be as much as the air fare to San Diego but WTH! :D

We both had a good time at the Left Coasties' FF-III festivities last August but can't make it this year so this sounds ideal. Heck, guys from Northern Cal and even Utah show up for their bashes!

[Striper Sniper]

OK, so if Cyacht's is throwing out the welcome mat is there a general agreement on the site location? If there are any other locations please summit them for discussion. If not lets start thinking about possible weekends. Assuming we are shooting for sometime after Labor Day 9/3/07 our choices for September are 9/8-9/07, 9/15-16/07, 9/22-23/07, 9/29-30/07. October choices 10/6-7/07, 10/13-14/07, 10/20-21/07 and 10/27-28/07. The biggest factor at this point is to work around Cyacht's schedule so not to place any undue burden on his business. Labor Day is only 64 days out..... Hmmmmmm we need to get cracking so lets come up with a short list of dates.... say 3 to 4 possibilities.

[cyacht]

I can make room pretty easily, depending on how many people look like they're going to show up. My shop isn't big, and alot of boats will be on trailers most of the time, so I can roll them out.
I hope you all don't plan on being impressed. It's just a little ol' shop.
However, and I can speak from experience, our tables work well for holding icey beveridges, and steaming hot crabs!
Here's some pics of the shop...forgive the mess.
Check out the old red runabout. She was a Popular Mechanics kit boat. She got half finished, and left in a garage. She was found a few years ago, and has been brought back/completed. Right down to a new fuel injected 350!
She's sooo nice.
The shot of the truck in the parking lot w/ the 46' behind it I thought was just cool. We built that 46 about 5-6 years ago. She summers in the Chesapeake, winters in Key Largo. 135 sailfish were caught on her last winter.
I love her.

[morning wood]

Count me in. If the fishing tourney dosen.t fly how about a Poker Run. Or a scavenger hunt. That way the ladies could boat ride and we get to see some local sights. I think a 2 day event would be the ticket. Maybe a BYOB party to get aquainted. I would be glad to help organize some events or whatever I can do to help. CYACHT just let me know.

Morning Wood

[pragmatist]

I can make room pretty easily, depending on how many people look like they're going to show up. My shop isn't big, and alot of boats will be on trailers most of the time, so I can roll them out.
I hope you all don't plan on being impressed. It's just a little ol' shop.
However, and I can speak from experience, our tables work well for holding icey beveridges, and steaming hot crabs!
Here's some pics of the shop...forgive the mess.
Check out the old red runabout. She was a Popular Mechanics kit boat. She got half finished, and left in a garage. She was found a few years ago, and has been brought back/completed. Right down to a new fuel injected 350!
She's sooo nice.
The shot of the truck in the parking lot w/ the 46' behind it I thought was just cool. We built that 46 about 5-6 years ago. She summers in the Chesapeake, winters in Key Largo. 135 sailfish were caught on her last winter.
I love her.

Hey I know your place! I live in St Mich's. Will have to stop next time passing and talk about painting my 20.

[Eyekymo]

cyacht,

That place of yours is starting to remind me of Jesse James garage. You got some way cool sh!t running through there! I love the 46' on a double axle trailer. If you guys come up with a date, I'll trailer out. I've got all kinds of family just across the bay. I think the old beast will make it that far. If not, I'll pull her over the bridge. Not on a Friday, though. I'll show a day early, rather than negotiate traffic to the eastern shore on a Friday. Any day is as good as the other, for me. Sure would love to meet you guys, in person.

Mike

[cyacht]

I'm game for whatever.

Pragmatist, you're welcome to stop by and chat paintjobs, but I don't do work for FTC'ers.
Don't take it personally.
I do know someone that would be willing to do it as a hustle, though.

Mike, we do have a plethora of projects.
Our trailer has a about a 27,500# capacity. I've pulled 18k# boats at the boatramp w/ that rig. She's a tugger.

[pragmatist]

I'm game for whatever.

Pragmatist, you're welcome to stop by and chat paintjobs, but I don't do work for FTC'ers.
Don't take it personally.
I do know someone that would be willing to do it as a hustle, though.

Mike, we do have a plethora of projects.
Our trailer has a about a 27,500# capacity. I've pulled 18k# boats at the boatramp w/ that rig. She's a tugger.

What is a FTCer?

[Lil' Miss]

cyacht,
i have been to your shop. that would be great if you could host something for the area. but if it is after labor day i cant make it. hope this materializes

[Striper Sniper]

Ok I'll start the process here is my preferred dates 9/22/23, 9/29/30 or 10/6/7. How about yours????????:idea:

[cyacht]

I'll check our schedule to make sure we don't have anything planned.
Shows, tourneys, stuff like that.

Pragmatist, an FTC'er is a member of Fish The Classic.
As someone that has a boat business, I'm walking a slippery slope as a member of the forum. I don't wish for it to become free advertising.
I don't do alot of work on members' boats, and members generally buy used boats, so I don't sell many new boats to members (I'm no longer a dealer, anyway). So in order to maintain my good standing with the forum (assuming my standing was good to begin with), I choose to try to skirt business I may inadvertantly drum up from being here.
Sounds absurd, now that I say it.

[Kurt]

Rob...

I've never seen anything here where it could be considered that you solicited any business from the membership. If an FTC'er were to choose to do business with you, whether it would be buying a boat or getting some service from you, that's a personal thing between the parties involved and there ain't nuttin' wrong with that.

Yes, you're in the boat business and just about everyone here knows that. That in itself is a form of advertisement - so what. Are you supposed to pull your head into a shell and actively avoid dealing with FTC as a group - I'd say hell no. Forums like these are about networking, on many levels, and whatever mutually beneficial transactions may come from it are simply that. All someone has to do is go to your website, see what it is you do and decide whether they want to avail themselves of your service - simple as that. No free advertising, just information which is what is dealt with here every day.

...So in order to maintain my good standing with the forum (assuming my standing was good to begin with), I choose to try to skirt business I may inadvertantly drum up from being here.
Sounds absurd, now that I say it.
And, it is (absurd) and I'm quite sure that the rest of the membership would agree. Your participation here has been that of a good, valued member so, "hawgwarsh" on the above quote.

If the Admiral and I can make it to an East coast event you choose to host - we'll be there - towing a Shamrock!

[quickstep192]

Kurt is right.

[cyacht]

I appreciate what you're saying, and to an extent, I agree.
But if you remember, our esteemed and sorely missed member Charles and another member (who was a business owner) had a difference of opinion in regards to motivation for involvement in the site.
The fallout resulted in Charles dropping from the radar.
I don't intend to be the subject of another thread like that.
I think the friendships I've founded, and knowledge I've gained from members of this site, outweigh the financial gain I've received.
As a result, I try to be very selective in how I conduct business with members.
I'm happy to help in any way I can, and am happy to get Pragmatist set up w/ a painter that would be willing to shoot the boat in his spare time (it can be done here, too). But I'm not comfortable with making $ from my membership here.

I've given it some thought, and haven't come up w/ the solution.
If I get in the position where I'm making "contributions" to the site based off of FTC generated income, then what stops every broker/salesman from doing the same, and flooding the site w/ advertisers? Nobody wants that.
I've considered becoming a lurker, and refraining from involvement, but quite honestly I have fun here, and don't want to.
We'll see what happens. I do have the forums best interests at heart, and will behave as our moderators feel I should.

So, weren't we talking about a party?

[Kurt]

First off, Charles didn't "withdraw" from FTC because of that fracas a while back. It was more because he was having enough difficulties with his boat that he felt he only had negative input to give to the forums and he didn't want to do that.

Secondly, if an FTC member KNEW that you gave good value or was referred to you by someone who'd had a positive experience dealing with you and wanted to use your shop, you'd be doing both them and yourself a disservice by sending them elsewhere. (Soapbox has been retired now)

At any rate, a party we were discussing and a party (I hope) we'll have! So far as my schedule is concerned, about the only time that's not good is the 2nd and 3rd weekends in Aug. Geoman's dates look good but it more depends on what cyacht's schedule will support.

If there's going to be a fishing event in the Bay, non-Marylanders need to know that there is a req't for a tidal/bay sportfishing license (don't know if it's req'd for the ocean tho'). I think it costs $6 for a 5-day license and $15 for a yearly (Jan - Dec, not one year from date of purchase) AND... they're available on-line, 24/7, for immediate printing and use - here's the link:

http://www.dnr.state.md.us/service/license.asp

I'm going out on a limb here and my organizational skills plain SUCK! But, if there is something I can do to help make this happen, let me know and I'll see if I can put my $0.05 in. Part of my problem is that I'm located 120 mi away from the action... Maybe a few who really want to see this work, and have the time, could put their heads together and come up with a more structured plan for the event.

[pragmatist]

I'll check our schedule to make sure we don't have anything planned.
Shows, tourneys, stuff like that.

Pragmatist, an FTC'er is a member of Fish The Classic.
As someone that has a boat business, I'm walking a slippery slope as a member of the forum. I don't wish for it to become free advertising.
I don't do alot of work on members' boats, and members generally buy used boats, so I don't sell many new boats to members (I'm no longer a dealer, anyway). So in order to maintain my good standing with the forum (assuming my standing was good to begin with), I choose to try to skirt business I may inadvertantly drum up from being here.
Sounds absurd, now that I say it.

Yeah I figured out the FTC thing about 10 seconds after clicking submit. I understand where you are coming from although like the others, you are obviously not using the site to sell your product so I don't think anyone would mind, but thats still your call. I will definately still stop by next time I'm passing by.

Cheers

[Striper Sniper]

As of 19:57 hrs. 937 views 39 replies I think there's more than a passing interest in us getting together. Agreed, yes or no, 60 days and a wake-up untill Labor day... time flying by. Please chime in on posted dates. Morning Wood I like you ideas in post # 27!!!! ;)

[Quik Fix]

Count me in whenever. It is a 7 hr tow , but if Eyekomo can come from IL then I can certainly do it. Many of us come from N.C. or Va. and would have to travel through Va. Beach. Maybe some could meet up there and travel up the Delmarva together. Also some not taking boats could get rides with those towing. Gavin and the inland N.C. crew could meet up with the coastal boys in Williamston for rides. Just more thoughts, anyone wanting to go could probally get a ride if they weren't bringing their Shamrock. Let me know if I can help in any way.


CYACHT by the way, I understand where you are coming from and in my opinion you shouldn't change a thing. Unless, of course I need something.

[ku2c]

GEO,

I would try to make any of the dates you listed. I've just taken a job on the Pacific NW and am commuting back and forth but pretty sure I can manage the dates.

Pete

[Eyekymo]

CYACHT by the way, I understand where you are coming from and in my opinion you shouldn't change a thing. Unless, of course I need something.

That's me! CYACHT, Really, I know you've thought this out, and either way, I read your posts, and respect your opinion. I feel that , if, after seeing what a class act you run, you should allow people that appreciate exactly what you have to offer, to partake. My company does exterior work on houses, ect. While I, in no way, would ever expect to sell any work on this board, I would consider it a compliment if I was asked to do something for what I consider to be my friends here. The way that you write about what you do, in my opinion, does not constitute selling your wares ( I'm only writing this crap because the possibility exists that something could go wrong with my ride, while I'm hanging out with you, and I need my sh!T covered!:lol:).
On to the party! Once we've figured out what the date is, tell me what to bring, and it's there. This is gonna be fun!

Mike

[Finalley]

How about south florida? Anyone in for one down here????

[Quik Fix]

How about south florida? Anyone in for one down here????


I'm there also.

[Striper Sniper]

How about south florida? Anyone in for one down here????

Sounds great but just a wee bit to far south for me :( But keep us posted;)

[Striper Sniper]

I'll check our schedule to make sure we don't have anything planned.
Shows, tourneys, stuff like that.

Pragmatist, an FTC'er is a member of Fish The Classic.
As someone that has a boat business, I'm walking a slippery slope as a member of the forum. I don't wish for it to become free advertising.
I don't do alot of work on members' boats, and members generally buy used boats, so I don't sell many new boats to members (I'm no longer a dealer, anyway). So in order to maintain my good standing with the forum (assuming my standing was good to begin with), I choose to try to skirt business I may inadvertantly drum up from being here.
Sounds absurd, now that I say it.


Rob have you checked your schedule???
Pat

[Backup_Admin]

Moved this thread from the General forum to this one where it should be.

Backup_Admin

[cyacht]

My schedule is open for the end of Sept, first of Oct.
Our Open House is later in Oct, so I don't want to go much later than the first week of that month.
I can work on arranging whatever fun stuff we want to do.
I'm fairly new at event coordination, but am happy to give it a shot.
If we do a scavanger hunt or poker run, how far are we willing to run?
There are some nice beaches around where I can hide the booty for a hunt.
Heehee, hunt for booty. Story of my life.
What do you give the winner? Should we throw 10 bucks a boat in a hat, and winner take all?
I'm assuming we'll all meet on friday night, leave sat morning for water activity, and end up at the shop? Giving sunday to get home?
Again, I live here, so whatever the majority decides is fine w/ me.

[Striper Sniper]

My schedule is open for the end of Sept, first of Oct.
Our Open House is later in Oct, so I don't want to go much later than the first week of that month.
I can work on arranging whatever fun stuff we want to do.
I'm fairly new at event coordination, but am happy to give it a shot.
If we do a scavanger hunt or poker run, how far are we willing to run?
There are some nice beaches around where I can hide the booty for a hunt.
Heehee, hunt for booty. Story of my life.
What do you give the winner? Should we throw 10 bucks a boat in a hat, and winner take all?
I'm assuming we'll all meet on friday night, leave sat morning for water activity, and end up at the shop? Giving sunday to get home?
Again, I live here, so whatever the majority decides is fine w/ me.

Looks like this could really happen thanks to cyatch's generosity. Based on the above, I would like to proposed our Shing Ding date as 9/28-29-30/07 and I'll throw in the first 10 bucks and a bottle of Scotch to the winner... you know it's an Irish thing ;) being the Mick I am. I'm going to start a separate Shing Ding thread for a roll call so please make yourself known.
Thanks
Pat

[cyacht]

Don't look at it as generosity. I just happen to have a structure near water that has concrete floors & some tables.
I'll do anything for a crabfeast!

[tom bennett]

scrolled thru the replies, did not see an exact location (assuming Trappe, MD) Can we get an close address to "MapQuest" the distance?

[Kurt]

Tom...

~175 miles from Hampton, VA via Rt 13, etc...

1650 Marina Dr Unit A
Trappe, Maryland 21673

Crappy route map attached below, one with more detail of area - will provide better later:

[Striper Sniper]

scrolled thru the replies, did not see an exact location (assuming Trappe, MD) Can we get an close address to "MapQuest" the distance?

Hi Tom Shore hope you can make it. I pulled this adderss from cyacht's web site

1650 Marina Dr Unit A | Trappe, Maryland 21673.

It's a 3 1/4 hr truck for me and I can't wait to meet all of your guys and gals:p

[morning wood]

Sorry guys,I have been gone a while. Sounds like you all have been on a roll. My scavenger hunt suggestion would be navigation structured. Give some Lat/Longs and identify what is there. For instance. There is a restaurant called Suicide Bridge. You go there but, have to identify what hostess is on that day and get a napkin. . Something along those lines. I would be glad to handle that. I live about 50 miles south of Cambridge. I can adjust the cruise/hunt for weather as well. I can also adjust it for the GPS impaired and just use charts. I can also put out some things to find. The winner is the one with the most collected items. I will try to make it so speed is not a factor.
We want to make this enjoyable and relaxed. I figure no more that 2 hours cruising time. Just an idea. Chime in.
Morning Wood

[cyacht]

I like the sound of the scavanger hunt. No GPS's.

[Kurt]

I like the sound of the scavanger hunt. No GPS's.
Awww, man! I haven't had a chance to play with my GPS for a loooong time. You mean I gotta learn how to read a chart, again?! :confused:

It's fine with me, either hi-tech or low. I'd probably get well SKUNKED if there were a fishing tournament anyway.

MW... Glad you can join the fun and organize some of the "party games"!!! http://www.fishtheclassic.net/forums/images/icons/icon14.gif

[morning wood]

Looking forward to meeting you guys. Great Dog you need to make the trip. I am sure The Morris Inn would entice the Admiral.

[cyacht]

I posted some info on the other shing-ding thread.
Shing-ding? Shin-dig? Doesn't matter.
Anyway, for those bringing boats. Cambridge has 3 ramps. All decent sized, in good shape, and w/ plenty of parking. Free of charge. I'm in & out of them constantly.
Oxford has one marginal ramp. Not bad on a decent tide, but could suck on a low tide.
There's a good ramp in Easton, but that's about a 40 minute run(by water) from my place. Oxford is about 1/2 hour away. There's a small ramp in Trappe itself too, but parking is limited.
The Oxford, Easton & Trappe ramps have a $10 fee associated w/ them. You have to buy it at a sporting goods store, not the ramp. Kind of a PIA. And they will ticket you...take my word on that.
Anyone that wishes to tow, but doesn't want to stay hooked up are welcome to keep their boat/trailers at my place.
So I guess what I'm getting at is, we're flexible.
If someone wanted to launch, put their boat in a slip at the Yacht Club (2 minutes away from the ramp), leave their trailer at my shop, and spend the night at the Robert Morris Inn, we could do that.

Again, any questions, drop me a line...
rob@compositeyacht.biz

[Eyekymo]

Do we have a date etched in stone? The spousal unit is up for this (I'm there, either way), so this is a definite, or so it would seem. Now, to make the barge act normal. I'm going to put her in in Deale, and keep her at my cousins place. We'll make the run across, and probably find a hotel for the night, or two, maybe. Any suggestions? This is going to be a blast, I'm stoked!

Mike

[Kurt]

Mike...

By general consensus it is Fri, Sat, Sun; Sep 28, 29, 30

Looks like you're going to be the one who travels the farthest. ;)

[Striper Sniper]

Ok so the East Coast Shindig is only about 33 days away and we have had 1968 views to this thread and 60 replies :) It's time to start firming up some accommodations and events. Like I said before I'll try to call around and see if any of the hotels will give us a group rate... even if it only 10 of us. It looks like the scavenger hunt is a good possibility and a crab cracking good time will be had by all. More to follow.... I'll be PM some of you guys hoping those not listed as coming..... with hopes of you too will come hang out with us for a day or two :-)

[Kurt]

Did a search of hotels to stay in but only in Cambridge, MD. Here is a list of the places I thought would be appropriate:

http://www.bestvalueinn.com/bestv.cfm?idp=528

http://www.daysinn.com/DaysInn/control/Booking/check_avail?brandCode=DI,MQ,HJ,KG,RA,SE,TL,BU&searchWithinMiles=25&areaType=1&destination=Cambridge&stateName=Maryland&state=MD&countryName=United%20States&country=US&checkInDate=08/25&numberAdults=1&numberRooms=1&checkOutDate=08/26&numberChildren=0&rateName=Best%20Avail&rate=000&id=14379&propBrandId=DI&force_nostay=true

http://www.ichotelsgroup.com/h/d/ex/1/en/hotel/cgemd?_requestid=404026&crUrl=/h/d/6c/1/en/hotelsearchresults&rpb=hotel&_requestid=404028

The Days Inn and Holiday Inn seem to be booked for that weekend. Must be something going on in Cambridge around that time...

There are some B & B's in the area and here's a link to their listings:

http://www.tourdorchester.org/category.php?category=19&last_clicked=12

[cyacht]

Cambridge is probably going to be the most convenient place to stay.
The Hyatt is nice, and has slips, restaurants, pool, etc.
But naturally, not too inexpensive.

For those not wanting to stay hooked up the whole time, I have plenty of space at the shop.
My guess (and correct me if I'm wrong) is that most folks are going to drive in Friday, we'll play all day sat, and tow home sunday.
I'm thinking maybe we could all get together for dinner on Fri nite. For those not wanting to stay hooked up the whole time, I have plenty of space at the shop. Another option is, I have access to a big passenger van. People can leave their rigs hooked up at their hotel, and I could pick them up Friday evening. Then, I can show you where the ramps are, which could be a lot less frustrating than driving around blind, looking for a ramp you've never been to.

I'm open to suggestions.

[tom bennett]

Not sure what we want to do yet for accoms, maybe just sleep on boat. I am sure the weather should be nice and cool, hopefully not too windy (fingers crossed). I'll try to bring some NC shrimp and/or scallops if I can get them from my packing house buddy. I'll probably throw the grill in the back of the truck too in case we need it. Dinner Friday nite sounds good, goofing off Saturday is great too. I hope to recoup from surgery (Tomorrow am) as quick as possible and am looking forward to the get together. A ramp tour would be great too.

[cyacht]

Tom, the nice thing about our river is that there are several creeks w/in a 15 (or so) minute run that will provide protection. Unless weather is truly nasty, we should be fine.

[Kurt]

I like that: "goofing off" just what I need at about that time. :D

[morning wood]

If goofing of is what you guys want then we can for go The Scavenger Hunt.
It may be more fun to do something spur of the moment anyway,depending on everybodys mood.I will still come up with some places to go and maybe just see how everybody feels. What do you all Think?

[Eyekymo]

I'm okay with just about anything. Just being able to get my boat in the water will be awesome. All the river chains around here are closed down, due to flooding, and even if they weren't, I still have to get my exhaust finished.

Mike

[Quik Fix]

I'm for cruising around seeing the waterfront sites. Cruise to Oxford and back? Go fishing. Just spending the day on the boat. Raft up, any beaches to meet at?

[Kurt]

A Friday night captain's meeting / dinner / get-together with a Saturday scavenger hunt / cruise (or whatever) sounds just fine to me. Then, "partay" at cyacht's in the afternoon.

Morning Wood also suggested the possibility of a Sunday morning "breakfast cruise", to some local restaurant with dockage, for those who weren't planning on getting an early start home.

[cyacht]

I placed some calls, and am having trouble finding a dockside restaurant that serves breakfast.
If anyone has any questions about anything, lodging, the region, whatever, feel free to email me.
rob@compositeyacht.biz
The fishing in the Bay(and river) has been fantastic this summer, so there's that, too.
There are several beaches we could go to w/in a 15 minute run from Cambridge.
There's Trappe Creek, Bollingbrooke, the backside of Chlora's Pt...
I don't dounbt we'll find something to do.
Wood, drop me a line, let's talk some more about this hunt.

Rob

[Quik Fix]

I'm all for a little fun fishing thing. No official contest, just for fun, group of guys catching whatever ,and making fun of me because I'm not. Fri evening get together, Sat funfish till mid afternoon, then party at Cyacht and whatever till whenever. Sun A.M. cruise and then back to the real world.

[Kurt]

Just remember, you need a MD saltwater license to fish in the Bay (unless I'm wrong). They're available immediately online. Both short term and 1 year but I think the 1 year licenses are only good thru Dec.

[morning wood]

CYacht.
We are crazy getting ready for The Crab Derby in Crisfield. AKA Redneck Mardi Gras. I will get up with you Tuesday. Does Harrisons In Tilghman serve breakfast? If the weather is decent obviously. My son finally got his sea legs Monday. I took him to Ocean City and took his Shammie offshore. NE winds and a strong ebb tide. I was telling him to just keep her head up and mush through the seas in the inlet. Oh no he wanted to launch her off the seas. Well I ducked in time when she landed and kept my head behind the windshield. My head was dry but the sea got me in the rear and I felt the water running down the cheeks of my rear end. Well I figured what the heck so we looked like mental patients. He and I had water running off our noses and we had a wonderful Father Son day. The little boat did great except of course wet us. His last hurrah before school.

[ku2c]

Well, the Admiral and I will be there (she found out there's a Hyatt!) - reservations made. Unfortunately - I won't have enough time to ride the boat down, so if anyone has room on their rig - I'm available to share costs. Actually looking forward to meeting and chatting with you guys so not worried about being landlocked.

My cousin has a state exam to take that Saturday so his 20'er won't make the trip.

See ya next Month!

Pete

PS PAT - Nice to see you on the BFH site (I'm PeteB over there).

[cyacht]

Sounds like a good day.
Good thinking on Harrison's. My wife doesn't like me to go to Tilghman(and especially not to Capt.Buddys'!), so sometimes I forget what's there. Whew, I've gotten in some trouble at Harrisons!I'll give them a call. I'm pretty sure they do breakfast, but I'll have to check on slippage. Most of the charter boats will be out, but if they're on'em at the false channel, they won't be gone long.
Kurt is right on the licensing. I'll try to drum up a fishing report as the time draws near, but thusfar the fishing has been outstanding. There should be no excuse for going home w/ an empty cooler...even you, QF. Rockfish have been consistant, blues have been hitting hard, and croaker are abundant as well.

[Striper Sniper]

I called the Holiday Inn http://www.ichotelsgroup.com/h/d/ex/1/en/hotel/cgemd?_requestid=404026&crUrl=/h/d/6c/1/en/hotelsearchresults&rpb=hotel&_requestid=404028 (contact name O'Sheia) and they quoted me a group rate of $109.00 per night down from #139.00

Also Americas Best Value Inn http://www.bestvalueinn.com/bestv.cfm?idp=528 (contact name Harsha) group rate @ $70.00 down from $80.00.

P.S. when making reservation with Harsha reference my name (Patrick Ferris) so you will get the group rate.

I think there's some other event happening that weekend so it may be best to call and make your reservations ASAP!!!!

[tom bennett]

Neck surgery done, now doing A LOT of sitting for next couple weeks. Got axles and brakes on trailer day before but have not got to road test yet. Wife and I will probably sleep on boat, do the sun shower thing since we like camping anyway. Find a nice beach or inlet and moor up. Got some tuneup work to do on the old Dodge before hauling up there. Making a list of things to bring: Grill, etc. Cyacht:any requests for equipment support?

[Striper Sniper]

As promised to the winner of the scavenger hunt :)


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Tom maybe the above will help with the neck surgery recovery :-)

[tom bennett]

Although I be part Irish, the Irish whiskey makes me evil! :evil: Maybe a few snorts of some sour mash might help though. Trying to shuck off all the anethesia right now, man that stuff has given me a 3 day hangover so far.

[Kurt]

Did a little snooping around about boat ramps in Cambridge (thought I'd help cyacht out). I found this MD DNR aerial photo (link courtesy of the MD Saltwater Sportfishermen's Association) that shows ramps within a couple miles of cyacht's place (his place is just about where US-50 disappears off the photo, at the top). The Great Marsh and Franklin St. ramps appear to be the best suited for our boats (cyacht?) and they're FREE:

http://mddnr.chesapeakebay.net/fish/rampmaps/DO002.JPG

A link to the Sportfishermen's Assoc. site. If you click on the Dorchester Ramps link button on the left, you get good descriptions and photos of the two ramps mentioned earlier:

http://www.mssadorchester.com/new_page_9.htm

And a link (scroll about half-way down the page for Tidal Bay License info) to where you can immediately get a Tidal Bay Sportfishing License ($6 for 5 days) over the internet (2nd link, near top)):

http://www.dnr.state.md.us/service/fishinfo.asp

[Striper Sniper]

I for one would love to do some fishing and would help with the cost associated. Maybe a late Saturday afternoon until whenever. Hint Hint Quick Fix..... I'll be running with "THE MAN" Kurt in the scavenger hunt/goofing off. Should I bring my rods. Say yes, please, someone anyone.....;) Maybe a bunch of us could pile onto 1 boat thus keeping the $$$ down. Just a thought.

[Kurt]

Guess we may need a few pointers from the MD contingent on species and angling techniques for the Choptank R. area... I haven't been fishing for a while and am really rusty.

I've got my granddaughter doing her fair weather dance (she loves to "groove" around) for the event - rain would plain suck!

[cyacht]

Nice work Kurt.
The duck walk ramp is no longer there.
But the others are there, and free.
Franklin St is my favorite, it's 6 boats wide, and usually pretty easy. I'm in and out of that ramp constantly.
I anticipate the fishing to stay good.
Currently, you can bottom fish, and get a mixed bag. Perch, croaker, rocks, and the occasional cat, and maybe a flounder or trout(although those are rare).
I've been taking very small hooks on a bottom rig, and loading up on spot, which go directly in the livewell. Then we'll run out a little bit & liveline for Rocks. The blues have moved in and are making it tough, but in 2 drifts, of about 20 minutes each, we decimated our spot supply(about 20-25 of them) and had 4 nice stripers in the mid 20" 's and a couple blues about the same size.
I know of some that are trolling red surgical hose near the bottom, and doing well w/ the Rock, too. A 40+"er was caught a few days ago.
I'll be able to give a more current report of catches and techniques as the time draws near.

[Striper Sniper]

Just an FYI guys, Best Value Inn has some part time workers that should not be giving out room rates and they are not standing behind the $70.00 quote. It turns out that she (Harsha) quoted the weekday numbers.
:mad: Sorry guys


I called the Holiday Inn http://www.ichotelsgroup.com/h/d/ex/1/en/hotel/cgemd?_requestid=404026&crUrl=/h/d/6c/1/en/hotelsearchresults&rpb=hotel&_requestid=404028 (contact name O'Sheia) and they quoted me a group rate of $109.00 per night down from #139.00

Also Americas Best Value Inn http://www.bestvalueinn.com/bestv.cfm?idp=528 (contact name Harsha) group rate @ $70.00 down from $80.00.

P.S. when making reservation with Harsha reference my name (Patrick Ferris) so you will get the group rate.

I think there's some other event happening that weekend so it may be best to call and make your reservations ASAP!!!!

[tom bennett]

I kinda got the same run around. Asked for Harsha and told she will be in at 1 pm. Called at 115pm and told she did not work there anymore. Anyway, it was $85 a night for 2 nights. From what I could figure they are using the words "boat regatta" to refer to our gathering. (First "Indian" I'd ever talked to named "Shawn"):). Kinda like calling Dell for computer technical assistance and all the help is named jane or john with a thick indian accent.

[Kurt]

Tom...

Tell me about it!!!

I think "Shawn" or "Sean" (that oughtta really get the "Irish" up in some here :twisted: ) is the manager. He's the guy I talked to as well (a couple weeks ago). Even so, the rates there seem to be the lowest in the area.

It's getting to be that just about all tech support for computer related stuff is off-shored to India or the Philippines - Dell, Earthlink, Verizon DSL, etc. Plus, they read from a script and if that doesn't work, you're SOL.

[tom bennett]

When he said Shawn/Sean, I thought "OK, I'll ask him his last name." He politely declined to provide, saying "Sean was good enough.".:D Not to start anything but I thought when I check in I'd ask him if has Irish roots too.

By the way, we hope to be there early afternoon but not sure how soon the hotel will let us check in.