Marco Sportfishing Club PO Box 2104 Marco Island FL 34146-2104 www.marcosportfishingclub.com FIRST CLASS MAIL MSC Newsletter February 2014
Marco Sportfishing Club 2014 Board of Directors Allan Bristow President aesj2323@aol.com 239 642-6044 Howard Laskau VP/Administration hlaskau@comcast.net 201 704-0788 Ed Shebert VP/Fishing Comm. Chair eshebert@savatree.com 914 564-6638 Marion Hamilton Treasurer marionmbalcerak@gmail.com 614 563-7187 Andrea Battaglia Assistant Treasurer andrea1450@comcast.net 239 216-1918 Paul Milici Secretary paul.milici@gmail.com 901 413-9646 Bill McIntosh Membership mcintosh2466@embarqmail.com 239 642-9051 Daniel Flynn Quartermaster df_flynn@msn.com 239 389-0813 David Rasmussen Newsletter Editor drasmussen@mdaturbines.com 518 859-7033 Jim Mueller Member-at-Large jmueller1944@gmail.com 513 490-4764 Victor Ordija Member-at-Large vicord1@comcast.net 239 494-6741 Keith Wohltman Member-at-Large squansurf@yahoo.com 732 444-0190 Pete Arcidiacono Past President (ex-officio) peterarchie@comcast.net 239 821-7499 Marco Sportfishing Club 2014 Activities and Event Directors, Committee Chairs and Assistants Fishing-related activities: Backwater Events Jim Mueller jmueller1944@gmail.com 513 490-4764 Buddy Trips Joe Perino rivpress@aol.com 631 581-5370 Kayak Events Victor Ordija vicord1@comcst.net 239 494-6741 Pied Piper Trips Howard Laskau hlaskau@comcast.net 201 704-0788 Triple Crown Tournament Victor Ordija vicord1@comcast.net 239 494-6741 Offshore Events Pete Arcidiacono peterarchie@comcast.net 239 821-7499 Sponsored Tournaments Howard Laskau hlaskau@comcast.net 201 704-0788 Sponsored Tournaments Keith Wohltman squansurf@yahoo.com 732 444-0190 Charters Pete Arcidiacono peterarchie@comcast.net 239 821-7499 Backwater Charters Ron Mack rrmack41@yahoo.com 262 909-6090 Offshore Charters Ralph King ralphking@comcast.net 443 994-3158 Other activities: Asst. Newsletter Editor Kim King kimking8722@gmail.com 443 223-8363 Historian Ed Shebert eshebert@savatree.com 914 564-6638 Name Tags/50-50 John Baker furndeals@comcast.net 239 970-0296 PR/Community Outreach Howard Laskau hlaskau@comcast.net 201 704-0788 Social Events/Picnics Dave Walsh davewalsh@att.net 248 626-0567 Webmaster Ed Crane marcoman357@aol.com 239 537-1061
MSC Tackle Box www.marcosportfishingclub.com Allan Bristow, President Dedicated to Safely Fishing in and around Collier County February 2014 Outgoing President s Message by Peter Arcidiacono 821-7499 I am pleased to announce that we have a new president, Allan Bristow! At our January board meeting we elected our new officers for the 2014 year. They will all be introduced to you at our February meeting. I would like to thank all of the board members that volunteered their time over the years of my presidency and the entire membership for their enthusiasm and cooperation; it really made my job fun! I know Allan will be successful and bring this club to new levels of enjoyment. Thanks Again Everybody! Remember: If you wanna have fun, all you have to do is try. See ya at the bait shop, Pete A
2013 Final Leaderboard by Ed Shebert-Fishing Chairman Min Actual Species Size Angler Size Cobia 33 Alvin Jennings 53 Black / Gag Grouper 22 Dick Larson 34 Red Grouper 20 Alvin Jennungs 33 King Mackerel 24 Jeff Erickson 49 Mike Mueller 49 Mike Kropp 49 Spanish Mackerel 12 Howard Laskau 25 1/2 Permit 11 Jim Mueller 30 Pompano 11 Jon Kramer 18 Redfish 18 Dick Yeaton 39.5 Sheepshead 12 Chris Laimbeer 20 1/2 Lane Snapper 8 Ken Bullock 18 1/2 Mangrove Snapper 10 Frank Sroka 24 3/4 Yellowtail Snapper 12 Chris Laimbeer 18 1/2 Snook 27 Alvin Jennings 39 1/2 Amberjack 30 Jeff Erickson 55 Triggerfish 12 Ken Bullock 16 Blacktip Shark 24 Keith Wohltman 61 Tarpon 36 Mike Kropp 78 Triple Tail 15 Ron Shudes 27 Spotted Seatrout 15 Mike Kropp 27 Gulf Flounder 12 Bryan Mordecai 19 Black Drum 14 Jack Walsh 34 2013 FOM Winners to Be Announced at February Meeting! Check MSC website for latest update and to register your catch! MSC Supports Pirate Day at Marco Museum- Jan 25 David Rasmussen, Bryan Mordecai and Dale Rod taught over 120 young buccaneers how to tie three types of boating knots.
Sheepshead Shootout Fishing Tournament by Keith Wohltman The annual MSC Sheepshead Shootout will take place on Saturday, Feb 8th. This is a club sponsored event and it will include three divisions. No Boat - you can fish from a dock or rock jetty Boats with less than 10HP - kayaks, canoes, etc. Boats with more than 10HP There will be individual and Boat prizes. You may only fish in one division and you must declare your division choice prior to the event. There will be a Captain's meeting to review the tournament rules and collect the $10 tournament entry fee on Tuesday, Feb 4 th, 4pm at Vandy's. Look for emails that will contain the sign-up form, or sign up at the Captain's meeting or General Club Meeting on Feb 6th. These bait stealers are fun to catch. If you have any questions, contact Keith Wohltman at squansurf@yahoo.com RECENT CATCHES- Submit Photos of Your Catch! Kim s Korner Hi, MSC newsletter readers! Our Fish of the Month (FOM) for February is the Sheepshead. MSC member, Jim Romerill, submitted the following recipe which can be made with Sheepshead or any other flaky white fish: Puerto Rican Fish Stew 1 lb. flaky white fish cut into 1-¼ pieces 2 tbsp. EVOO 1 medium onion 4 cloves garlic 1 14oz. can diced tomatoes 1 pepper (poblano, green chilies, jalapenos or use the diced tomatoes with chilies) 3 tbsp. to ¼ cup fresh cilantro 2 tbsp. stuffed olives 1 tsp. oregano ¼ to ½ cup water Heat oil in pan over medium heat. Add diced onions, cook until soft. Add diced garlic. Cook for 1 minute. Add all other ingredients except fish, cover and simmer 30 minutes. Add fish and cook another 15 minutes. Serve with crusty bread or rolls. Hints: For a more flavorful stew, refrigerate the stew, except for the fish, overnight.
Heat the mixture to a simmer the next day, then add the fish. This recipe also works with shrimp, mussels, etc. Jim and his wife Linda add a small can of sweet corn to the stew. He says, It s optional, but seems to add some body to the recipe. According to www.gameandfishmag.com: Sheepshead hang around structure such as pilings, rock jetties and piers and are fond of crustaceans. The fish have chopper-like teeth and are often seen chomping on barnacles to get at the meat inside. For that reason, they can be chummed up. Sheepshead pros take along a shovel to scrape barnacles off structure to put food and scent in the water, which often causes a sheepshead stampede! Fishing is done vertically, very close to the structure. This means you have to be quick on the hookset so you can pull the fish away from the barnacle-covered structure. A 6-pound sheepshead will put a strain on your wrist if you re not prepared. The meat of a sheepshead is often served as imitation crabmeat. Cut off any red meat from the filets and cook it in crab boil for a few minutes (until flaky). Then cool the meat and substitute it in dishes that call for crabmeat. News Flash! You may win a cap with our MSC logo. Just submit a recipe, tried and true, and your story along with it. When you get selected and published, you get the hat compliments of your MSC Board of Directors. Ready to submit? Contact Kim. Plans are actively in the works for a Ladies Fishing Event. We are looking for interested fisherwomen experienced and not and guys to captain boats. Plans are for a relaxed day of fun and education. Our list of interested parties is growing; please add yourself to it! Contact me, or Bobbie Ordija robord@comcast.net, or Marion Marciniak marionmbalcerak@gmail.com. I d love to hear from you. Feel free to contribute to my Korner, thanks! KK kimking8722@gmail.com Kayak Fishing in Hell's Gate by Vic Ordija On a cloudy and breezy January 9 th, eight kayakers ventured out to fish Hell's Gate; a meandering channel that connects Goodland Bay and Lighter Bay. A cold front had just passed through and while some light showers were expected, none materialized. The bite was expected to be slow, but the group was surprised with some good fishing activity. Several small Snook and Seatrout, two Redfish, an 18 Black Drum and lots of Mangrove Snappers were caught. George Stein registered a nice 18 inch Spotted Seatrout and Ron Linn recorded a 16 inch Snook making their catch eligible to possibly receive at the end of the year, a high quality shirt monogrammed with the Marco Sportfishing Club logo. While George had a good fishing result, he experienced a bit of a mishap and capsized his kayak while trying to retrieve his fly-rod which had become entangled in some mangrove trees. Fortunately he was able to recover with no loss of equipment or injury other than being bit cold as the water temperature was below 70 degrees. The kayakers ended the day with refreshments at the quaint Little Bar in Goodland.
George Stein is having Fun George Stein s 18 Trout FEBRUARY EVENTS Sheepshead Shootout Captains Meeting. Feb 4 4pm Vandys MSC General Meeting 7PM. Captain Bill Walsh to discuss fishing for Sheepshead. Greeters: Keith and Andrea Offshore Charter on Weiss Guy Feb 7 Backwater Charter with Kevin Merritt Feb 7 Kayak Trip Contact Vic Ordija. Sheepshead Shootout (MSC sponsored offshore/backwater tournament). Event coordinator: Keith Wohltman MSC Board meeting 8:30 AM Doors open at 8:15. Feb 6 Rose History Auditorium at Marco Feb 7 Leave from Everglades City Feb 8 Feb 10 CG Auxiliary Bldg Caxambas Park Buddy Trip. Contact Joe Perino Feb 11 Valentine s Day. Don t forget your significant other! Feb 14 Candy and Roses! Miami Boat Show Trip with Walkers Marine Feb 14 Picnic (Febrewfest). Event coordinator: Dave Walsh. Note: Sheepshead Shootout awards at the picnic Feb 19 See Flyer at end of this newsletter Offshore Charter on Findictive Feb 19 Backwater Charter with Kevin Meritt Feb 19 Last day for March Newsletter Submissions Feb 21 Send to editor by email Fish Of Month Sheepshead
MARCH EVENTS MSC General Meeting 7PM. Tentative- Mar 6 Fishing/Boating Clinics. Event coordinators: Pete Arcidiacono and Victor Ordija. Projected clinics: Boating Knots by Andy Battaglia, Fishing Knots by Paul Milici, Backwater Equipment by Victor Ordija, Offshore Equipment by Dave Rasmussen, Backwater Rigging, Offshore Rigging, Backwater Charting by Jim Mueller, Offshore Charting by Bert Hoell, Fish Identification and Measuring. Greeters: Keith and Andrea Backwater Charter Kevin Merritt Mar 7 MSC 2014 Backwater & Offshore Charter Schedules Check MSC website for latest listings or see attached. Rose History Auditorium at Marco Museum MSC Board meeting 8:30 AM Doors open at 8:15. Mar 10 CG Auxiliary Bldg Caxambas Park Offshore Charter-WildThing Mar 11 SeaTrout Roundup-Captains Meeting Mar 18 4pm at Vandy s Picnic-St Patty s Event coordinator: Dave Walsh. Mar 19 See Flyer at end of this newsletter Offshore Charter - Findictive Mar 20 Sea Trout Roundup (MSC sponsored backwater Mar 20 tournament) Backwater Charter Kevin Merritt Mar 21 Last day for January Newsletter Submissions Mar 21 Send to editor by email Kayak Trip (Turner River). Event coordinator: Victor Mar 24 Snapper Challenge - Captains meeting Mar 24 4:00 pm at Vandy s Snapper Challenge-MSC sponsored offshore tournament Mar 27 Fish Of Month SeaTrout Buy-Sell-Wanted-Trade More Info on MSC Website New Lower Listing!! Hurricane Deck Boat. Fun Deck 211 Center Console type with 200 HP Honda Engine. 120 Hours. Fishing option with Bimini. Alum tandem Trailer. Stored indoors. No bottom paint. $18,500 Contact David Rasmussen 518 859 7033. Boat For Sale: Sea Hunt 2009 Ultra 232-23' center console- with windlass Yamaha 2009 225 HP 4 Stroke engine. 2010 Continental AluminumTrailer Asking price - $39,500. Can be seen at: TRAPPER MARINE 2959 DAVIS BLVD NAPLES, FL. Contact JASON TRAVIS 239-732-8800
Boat For Sale: 2009 SEA FOX 205, Only 20 hours! Like New! Great bay boat. Center Console 20'6", Garmin GPS and Fish Finder, Bait Wells, Canvas Cover, 115 HP Suzuki, 4 Stroke Engine. Asking price-$17,999 Contact:judihaig@earthlink.net MSC Club members are now offering dockside fuel delivery. Call 239-389-2012 or email at mail@paradisefuel.com. Go to website WWW.ParadiseFuel.com and click on Order Tab. (25 gallon minimum) Boat For Sale: New Price! 1999 Cobia. 24'7 Walk around with cuddy cabin. 250 hp Yamaha with 600 hours. T-Top, Bimini Windshield and canvas, kept on lift, excellent condition, asking $19,900k Call Al at 239-389-0037 Boat For Sale: 1998 Intrepid 339 Walkaround. Twin 250HP 4 Stroke Suzuki engines (around 550 hours), this boat spent most of its life as a yacht tender and is lift kept. Cabin AC, windlass, microwave, fridge. Clean and all needed updates are done. Check it out! $72,000. Trades considered. Email: sean.adams@jmagroup.com. For Sale: Minn Kota Riptide 80 24V 52" Shaft Trolling Motor. Several Years old, it works well. First reasonable offer will be accepted. Contact Dave Henderson 717-951- 2064. Gift for Kayak/Nature Fans! MSC member Alex Saputo is an award winning nature photographer and is selling a Backwater Photo calendar with local nature scenes. Contact Alex 239-595 7495 or order online at www.floridabackcountryadventures.com $26.50 with tax. Notice: Effective Nov 11, 2013, CAPT PETE S ROD AND REEL REPAIR business will be assumed by MSC member, Paul Neptune. Past owner Capt. Pete says Please be assured that Paul will continue with the best service possible. The business name will stay the same. PAUL NEPTUNE 239-398- 3855 Free Postings for Members Boats, Member Want ads, Fishing Gear and Other Good Stuff. Contact Editor, David Rasmussen to Post Ad. drasmussen@mdaturbines.com
VHF/DSC Marine Radio Seminar VHF radio with Digital Selective Calling is the mainstay of coastal communication both routine and emergency. This seminar focuses on how to effectively use your marine radio. Member $20, Non member $30 Class Schedule: Thursday 3/20 at 6:00 to 8:00pm Mariner s Compass Seminar This seminar explains how to: select; install; calibrate and adjust for local magnetic influences; and use your compass on the boat. Member $20, Non member $30 Class Schedule: Monday 3/24 at 6:00 to 8:00pm Anchoring Seminar the seminar assists boaters in understanding the issues and problems involving the theories of anchor weight, the methods used to anchor and the choices of anchor design for different areas of boating. Member $20, Non member $30 Class Schedule: Thursday 3/27 at 6:00 to 8:00pm MARCO ISLAND SAIL AND POWER SQUADRON MEMBER OF THE UNITED STATES POWER SQUADRONS DISTRICT 22 For Additional Course and Seminar Information and Registration Call: Bill Hughes at 239 394 3484 Visit Web Site: WWW.marcoislandsail andpowersquadron.org 12 11 2013 Marco Island Sail and Power Squadron BOATING COURSES AND SEMINARS FALL OF 2013 AND 2014 Classroom Location: 1114 North Collier Boulevard Marco Island, Fl 34145
One of the main goals of the Marco Island Sail and Power Squadron is safe boating through education, believing that an educated boater is a safe boater. We are the local unit of the United States Power Squadrons and for 35 years have provided boating skill building opportunities to the general public by offering a variety of educational courses and seminars in our education programs and onthe water training classes. Our classes are fun, informative and bring you into contact with other boaters. MISPS s public education programs are outlined in the following columns. PUBLIC BOATING COURSES America s Boating Course meets twice a week for two weeks. The topics include: rules of the road; required safety equipment; navigation aids; anchoring; communications; lights and sounds; boat handling and trailering. The topics cover the information needed to obtain a State of Florida Boat Operator certificate. Cost: $30 Class Schedule Monday & Thursday 1/13 to 1/27 at 6:00 to 8:00pm 3/3 to 3/17 at 6:00 to 8:00pm Seamanship Course is the sequel to the America s Boating Course. Topics covered are: preparing the boat for use; boat handling under various conditions in close quarters and on the open water; rules of the road; skipper emergencies; and construction and function of a boat. The course is eight two hour sessions scheduled over four weeks. Member $54, Non Member $69 Class Schedule Monday and Thursday 2/3 to 2/27 at 6:00 to 8:00pm SEMINARS Introduction to Navigation and GPS Seminar covers the core principles of coastal navigation including: marine chart reading; waypoint navigation fundamentals; basic chart plotting; set up and operation of your GPS unit; and integration of the chartplotter with PC based navigational software. Member $20, Non Member $30 Class Schedule Monday & Tuesday 12/9 & 12/10 at 6:00 to 8:00PM Tuesday & Wednesday 1/28 & 1/29 at 6:00 to 8:00PM 3/18 & 3/19 at 6:00 to 8:00PM Partner in Command Seminar an introduction to boating for crew members and partners who need basic information to assist the skipper in the safe operation of a boat including actions required to respond to emergencies on the water. Member $20, Non Member $30 Class Schedule Monday 2/3 at 10:00am to 12:00 Advanced Powerboat Handling Seminar This three night seminar shows why and how a boat will behave in response to the controls. Advanced graphics and animation are used to illustrate the principles of close quarter maneuvering and how boats handle at sea. Understand what the pros learned the hard way! Member $20, Non Member $30 Class Schedule: 2/4, 2/11, & 2/18 Tuesday s at 6:30 to 8:30 pm Mastering the Rules of the Road Seminar provides an explanation of the 37 Rules for both the U.S. Inland Rules and the International Rules [COLREGS]. It simplifies the complex laws relating to boat operation for the recreational boater. Member $20, Non Member $30 Class Schedule: Tuesday 2/25 at 6:00 to 8:00pm
Updated January 20, 2013 MSC 2013 2014 Backwater Charter Calendar Please note: The Backwater charters previously announced with Captain Ron Hueston have been cancelled. The chart below shows the Backwater Charters we currently have scheduled for the 2013-2014 season. All of these Backwater Charters are with Captain Kevin Merritt and depart from Goodland around 8 AM and return around 3 PM. Captain Merritt, a local guide with over 25 years experience, fishes the 10,000 Islands for reds, trout, black drum, etc. You can reserve your spot(s) on any of these charters now by emailing Ron Mack (rrmack41@yahoo.com) to let him know which charter you want and for how many people, then sending a check payable to Captain Merritt for $165/person (limit 3 anglers per charter) to: Ronald Mack, 14265 Manchester Drive, Naples FL 34114 (please be sure to note on your check the date of the charter and send separate checks if you are signing up for more than one date). The price on these Backwater Charters includes tackle, bait, ice, fish cleaning and tip. You may bring your own fishing gear or use that provided by the captain. You should bring sunscreen, bug spray, hat, water, lunch and your camera. No fishing license is required. Cancellation Policy: Once your check is received you are committed. If you must cancel we will help you find a replacement but be advised this may not always be possible. MSC 2013 2014 Backwater Charter Calendar Date Captain Marina Cost/Angler Status Jan. 24, 2014 (Fri.) Merritt Goodland 165 Full Feb. 7, 2014 (Fri.) Merritt Goodland 165 2 Spots Open Feb. 21, 2014 (Fri.) Merritt Goodland 165 1 Spot Open March 7, 2014 (Fri.) Merritt Goodland 165 2 Spots Open March 21, 2014 (Fri.) Merritt Goodland 165 Full
Updated January 20, 2014 MSC 2013 2014 Offshore Charter Schedule The chart below shows the Offshore Charters we currently have scheduled for the 2013-2014 season. You can reserve your space for any of these now (they fill up fast!!!) by sending your check for the amount indicated on the chart and payable to the captain indicated on the chart to Ralph King; 309 Waterleaf Ct. Marco Island FL 34145 (be sure to indicate the date of your charter on your check and send separate checks for each charter you want to sign up for). The price on these Offshore Charters includes tackle, bait, ice, fish cleaning and tip. You may bring your own fishing gear or use that provided by the captain. You should bring sunscreen, bug spray, hat, water, lunch and your camera. No fishing license is required. Cancellation Policy: Please be aware that once you commit (by sending a check), you really are committed. If you must cancel we will try to find a replacement and refund your money, but there is no guarantee. As the scheduled Offshore Charters fill up, we will maintain a waiting list in case there are dropouts or so that an additional charter might be scheduled if there is enough demand. This is a great way to meet new Club members, have fun and stock your freezer. 2013 2014 MSC Offshore Charter Calendar Date Vessel Captain Marina Cost # Signed Up 2/1/2014 (Sat.) Findictive Mike Avinon Naples City Dock $200 Full (6/6) Rescheduled from 1/7/2014 2/7/2014 (Fri.) Weis Guy II Jody Weiss Rose Marco $260 Full (6/6) 2/19/2014 (Wed.) Findictive Mike Avinon Naples City Dock $200 Full (6/6) 3/11/2014 (Tue.) Wild Thing Randy Hamilton Rose Marco $240 Open (4/6) 3/19/2014 (Wed.) Findictive Mike Avinon Naples City Dock $200 Open (5/6) 4/4/2014 (Fri.) Weis Guy II Jody Weiss Rose Marco $260 Open (2/6) 4/10/2014 (Thur.) Findictive Mike Avinon Naples City Dock $200 Full (6/6) 5/2/2014 (Fri.) Wild Thing Randy Hamilton Rose Marco $240 Open (0/6) 5/8/2014 (Thur.) Findictive Mike Avinon Naples City Dock $200 Open (4/6)
St. Patrick s Picnic With Sister Kaite FeBREWfest Rescheduled to 2/25 Sarazen Park Wednesday, ednesday, March 19 Set up at 11:30, gather at noon $13.00 Each* *$16.00 after March 14 $20.00 at the door Jason s famous New York Yankee Sandwich Beer, Wine, pop and water included Questions?? Call Dave Walsh 389-9755 ---------------------------------------------- Cut here RESERVATION for St Patrick s Picnic NOTE: New Parking Rules Apply NAME: Number attending @$13.00 each $ @$16.00 each $ after 3-14 Sarazen Park 12 Noon TUESDAY, February 25 $14.00 Each* *17.00 after Feb. 20, $21.00 Walk-ins Brats and Sauerkraut, Roasted Chicken, German Potato Salad and Red Cabbage Catered by Pepper s Beer, Coors Light, Wine, Pop and Water Included ----------------------------------------------------- Cut here Make check payable to MSC and mail to: Dave Walsh 1530 Caxambas Ct. Marco Island, FL 34145 Same envelope OK but need separate checks WARNING: Anyone climbing over the fence will be asked to leave without a refund. Insurance could be invalidated due to unlawful conduct. RESERVATION for FeBREWfest MEMBER S NAME: Number attending @$14.00 each $ @$17.00 after 2-20 $ Make check payable to MSC Mail to: Dave Walsh 1530 Caxambas Ct. Marco Island, FL 34145