MICHIGAN BASS BUSTERS            OF OAKLAND COUNTY

 

                                                NOVEMBER 2002 NEWSLETTER

 

NOTE THE LOCATION AND DATE CHANGE FOR THIS MONTH’S MEETING

 

The general club meeting is set for Thursday November 7, 2002 at 7:30 p.m..  The meeting will be at  the Waterford Gander Mountain Pontiac, MI.

 

NOTE THE LOCATION AND DATE CHANGE FOR THIS MONTH’S MEETING

 

Jonathan Oakes is maintaining our web site.  The address is http://www.geocities.com/michiganbassbusters/.  In the future he will e-mail all members, and we won’t mail out newsletters.  You can e-mail Jonathan any information or pictures to [email protected].

 

The club dues of $50.00 are due by the November general meeting.  Avoid the $10.00 late fee!  You can mail to my attention at 1179 Beach Drive Lake Orion, MI 48360.

 

The  executive meetings are back at Ripples.  The next meeting is Tuesday November 26 at 7:00 pm.  Hope to see you there!

 

The Showspan show will be held from January 29 - February 3.  The show has been moved to Ford Field.  Mark these days in your calendar.  This is how we raise most of our money!  We need a volunteer to coordinate the work schedule.

 

We need to get ready for next year.  We have expanded the board to seven members.  We are looking for nominations for all positions.  The vote will be at the December meeting. 

 

Anyone who would like to be next year’s tournament director must write a letter to Ron Van Gordon.  State why you should be director and how you would benefit the club. Applications are due no later than the November general meeting.  Any member should bring suggestions for next year’s tournaments to the upcoming meetings.

 

Some members were interested in new shirts and jackets.  We have 2 large shirts remaining.  They are $28.00.  Let me know at the meeting if you want a shirt. Bring money to the meeting if you purchased but have not paid for your clothing. We also have hats and patches available for sale.

 

 

 

Anyone considering a boat should consider the following benefits of buying a Ranger boat.  The State Federation renewed a contract with Ranger.  Any federation member buying a Ranger/Mercury package will get the following benefits:  a Ranger Cup shirt and free $700.00 boat cover.  The federation will get a $200.00 account credit.  Tell the salesman are club number is 460.

 

Berkley Big Bass Award.  Anyone catching the big bass of the tournament using a Berkley product is eligible for Berkley’s grand prize of fishing with Jay Yelas.  Each winner must advise the tournament director.  The tournament director turns the form into Dennis Beltz.  The forms are due no later than March 29, 2003.  No cheating please!

 

Membership Drive.  If you know anyone interested in joining our club, let them know.  We want to get them on the roster by April.  They must attend 2 club functions.  We would vote on membership at the following meeting.

 

Please mark your calendar for next year’s tournaments

 

State Championship Lake St. Clair September 5 & 6

Federation Series

                        Elk-Torch  June 7 & 8      Torch River Marina

                        Saginaw Bay  July 9 & 20    Augres River Marina   

                        Lower Detroit  August 16 & 17 Elizabeth Park

                        Classic             October 2 & 3 To be announced

This series had a 130% payback this year.  Next’s year’s boat has been upgraded to a 519 Comanche with a 200 hp Mercury.  Next year’s tournament will be a 5 fish limit.  You can have a substitute for 2 tournaments.  There will be 2 wildcard spots for the classic for any team fishing all 6 events.

PVA Tournament June 15  Entry Fee is $15.00 for boater.  $750.00 1st prize Contact Ron Gilfoil Jr. for details.       

Kids State Championship Portage Chain September 20

 

 

 

           

BOATS FOR SALE

 

Ron Van Gordon is selling his 1999 Stratos 201 Pro Elite for $19500.00 (Blue Book List $24900.00).   It is equipped with a 225 hp Ficht motor with 3 ½ years left on an extended warranty.  Dual console.  Dual tandem trailer. Hot Foot Pinpoint 24 volt trolling motor.  Hydraulic Jack Plate.  White with blue striping.  4 blade stainless steel prop.  2 covers.  Original owner.  Garage kept.   Excellent Condition!   Call Ron for more details 810-632-4164.  

 

 

 

 

 

MEETING AGENDA

 

1.         Roll Call

2.            Reading of the minutes

3.            Treasurer’s report by Jay Berwick

4.            Tournament Director Report

5.         New Business

6.         Old Business

            A.            Board Nominations

            B.            Banquet Update

                                    Select date and vote on location

            C.            Report about fish holding tanks

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

                        MICHIGAN JUNIOR BASS BUSTERS

                                                OF OAKLAND COUNTY

 

                                                NOVEMBER NEWSLETTER

 

The club elected the following officers at the March meeting:

 

            President:                     Emily Head

            Vice President:            Joey Schemanske

            Secretary:                    Karen Donaldson

            Treasurer:                    Mathew Knopsnider

 

You will have to join both National BASS and MUCC.  Dues are $5.00 each.

 

There were 29 kids who fished this year’s State Championship. There was $3500.00 of donated goods.

 

If you know any child who would like to join, contact Don Schemanske for details.  You can reach Don at 734-525-9408 or [email protected].  Membership dues are $10.00 per year.  If you can volunteer, come to the meeting or contact Don.

 

Kids will receive a 10% discount at Gander Mountain on the day of the meeting.

 

Next year’s state championship is September 20 at Portage Chain.