The Urban Fisherman Posted August 20, 2010 Report Share Posted August 20, 2010 (edited) Okay hopefully I've gotten some attention from my "HELP" title. Things are going to happen much more fast and furious than I had hopped or planned. We are going to go with September 4th as our date, which means short notice and only 2 weeks to get pledges and prizes organized. Why so last minute on my end? To much on the go in my life right now which I don't really want to jump the gun on talking about, but the last thing I want to see happen is for the fish-a-thon to get passed up on it's second year. We've gotten some AWESOME prize donations to date, but are much farther behind on pledges at this time, so if you're able to make a prize donation or pledge of ANY KIND, please shoot me a PM and we'll set something up. Pledger's will have their name put into a draw for a real nice prize! Here's the deal: Date: September 4th 2010 Location: Deer Creek Conservation Area Times: 8 a.m. until 5 P.m. (for those who can make the entire day) BBQ: 5:30 We'll have a BBQ, Bonfire and Prizes ( you can bring your family and or kids as we'll have a Kids Bouncy Castle set up as well ) Prizes: There will be various prizes for Fish-A-Thon participants as well as a chance for Pledgers to win something nice. We have to wait until later in the week to decide what exactly will be given out for what and who, as we're still getting donations at this time. Fish-A-Thon participants: Need to get a pledge form from me or Dan ASAP and we'll need your T-Shirt Size. Get as many pledges as possible, and also try to get friends or family members involved. I will be on the lake the next two weeks so I'll try to zero in on some fish and figure out some patters to help get everybody into some decent catches. We'll have a tournament style day again with a chance at a prize. The later date might make the bass bite a little tougher, but the trout bite will pick up for sure with cooler temps. Lastly I started a new thread in hopes that it get's a little more love and attention if I just keep bumping it up... Here's some catches from Deer Creek. Most of the time you can't get into the lake with motors on your boats so this is an opportunity for you guys to fish a great little lake no matter the size of your vessel! Last Years Prizes and Winners: The Gang: The Lake: And the woman who caused me to start this Fish-A-Thon. Irene Anderson who passed away shortly after last years event from Cancer. Edited August 31, 2010 by The Urban Fisherman Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
asdve23rveavwa Posted August 20, 2010 Report Share Posted August 20, 2010 PM sent, Ryan! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
danbouck Posted August 20, 2010 Report Share Posted August 20, 2010 Don't forget about these guys Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
asdve23rveavwa Posted August 20, 2010 Report Share Posted August 20, 2010 Juli and I are in. We will start getting some pledges as soon as we're back from Restoule. Come on guys/gals let's get some people signed up, been PM'ing back and forth with Ryan...this is a great cause/family event. Cancer has hit close to home for many, if not all, of us. What better way to raise money than doing something all of us here on the OFC love!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
danbouck Posted August 20, 2010 Report Share Posted August 20, 2010 Awesome Frank! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
danbouck Posted August 20, 2010 Report Share Posted August 20, 2010 BTW 2 guys from my shop are coming Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fishnsled Posted August 20, 2010 Report Share Posted August 20, 2010 DANG!!!! I'm booked that day but I'll look into changing that. Really want to try and get down to this Ryan. If I can't make it I'll help out in some way or another. Should know by early next week, if not sooner. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Urban Fisherman Posted August 20, 2010 Author Report Share Posted August 20, 2010 BTW 2 guys from my shop are coming SLACKER! Why didn't you tell me when we talked earlier? Thanks bro - very much appreciated. Remember to get me all the names and shirt sizes when you're home and have time! Cheers, Ryan Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
danbouck Posted August 20, 2010 Report Share Posted August 20, 2010 SLACKER! Why didn't you tell me when we talked earlier? Thanks bro - very much appreciated. Remember to get me all the names and shirt sizes when you're home and have time! Cheers, Ryan done, I'm going smallie hunting after work and won't have time Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Urban Fisherman Posted August 20, 2010 Author Report Share Posted August 20, 2010 DANG!!!! I'm booked that day but I'll look into changing that. Really want to try and get down to this Ryan. If I can't make it I'll help out in some way or another. Should know by early next week, if not sooner. Hey Buddy! Hopefully you can make it out, not just because of the fish-a-thon but it'd be nice to actually get to see you and spend some time hanging out! Let me know ASAP! You're more than welcome to crash out here the night before if you need to! Cheers, Ryan Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fishnsled Posted August 20, 2010 Report Share Posted August 20, 2010 Hey Buddy! Hopefully you can make it out, not just because of the fish-a-thon but it'd be nice to actually get to see you and spend some time hanging out! Let me know ASAP! You're more than welcome to crash out here the night before if you need to! Cheers, Ryan It certainly would be nice to hang out, thanks for the offer Ryan. Will let you know ASAP. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tb4me Posted August 20, 2010 Report Share Posted August 20, 2010 Few questions for a newbie? How much is the entry and where is this lake? Im interested. Does anybody have room for one more on thier boat? My boat is north at the trailer..Awesome event id love to go! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Urban Fisherman Posted August 20, 2010 Author Report Share Posted August 20, 2010 Special Thanks to fishingBill for making a PM donation! :thumbsup_anim: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Urban Fisherman Posted August 20, 2010 Author Report Share Posted August 20, 2010 Few questions for a newbie? How much is the entry and where is this lake? Im interested. Does anybody have room for one more on thier boat? My boat is north at the trailer..Awesome event id love to go! Entry to the park is usually $10.00 but I'm trying to get them to wave that fee or at least discount it. As for the fish-a-thon there's no "entry fee" other than to try and get some pledges with your pledge form. Just like a walk-a-thon if you've ever participated in one or made a donation. The lake is about 25 minutes southeast of Tillsonburg, Ontario towards Long point. And I'll see what we can do about getting you on the water! Cheers, Ryan Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Johnny Bass Posted August 20, 2010 Report Share Posted August 20, 2010 Wow! Some decent bass and nice trout! Is there any rentals in that lake? Hope the fish a thon is a success! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
asdve23rveavwa Posted August 20, 2010 Report Share Posted August 20, 2010 Wow! Some decent bass and nice trout! Is there any rentals in that lake? Hope the fish a thon is a success! Canoe rentals only...electric motors only on other boats. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Urban Fisherman Posted August 20, 2010 Author Report Share Posted August 20, 2010 Canoe rentals only...electric motors only on other boats. Yeah like Frankie said, only canoe rentals, and aside from my fish-a-thon you're not allowed any gas motors on the lake. Not even trimmed up.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Forester Posted August 20, 2010 Report Share Posted August 20, 2010 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Urban Fisherman Posted August 21, 2010 Author Report Share Posted August 21, 2010 Good Morning Folks! Anyone else interested? We could use a few more fish-a-thon'ers! Ron where are ya buddy? haha Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
splashhopper Posted August 21, 2010 Report Share Posted August 21, 2010 Good Morning Folks! Anyone else interested? We could use a few more fish-a-thon'ers! Ron where are ya buddy? haha I am definately in Ryan. This Fish A Thon has a lot more personal meaning to it for me this year. I jsut posted on the board the passing of my closest friend(Hutch) on Monday. I think Dutchy is coming too, and this year we have my "new to me" tinnie. I think I will get you to show me how to use the depth finder I bought off you last year too. See u soon bro Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Urban Fisherman Posted August 21, 2010 Author Report Share Posted August 21, 2010 I am definately in Ryan. This Fish A Thon has a lot more personal meaning to it for me this year. I jsut posted on the board the passing of my closest friend(Hutch) on Monday. I think Dutchy is coming too, and this year we have my "new to me" tinnie. I think I will get you to show me how to use the depth finder I bought off you last year too. See u soon bro YO YO Ron! So very sorry to hear about your friend! Much love from my family to yours! Let me know if you want the little battery and I'll bring it out and give it to you for the hard water season! Also what size shirt are you and if you're talking to Dutchy have him let me know ASAP if he'll be able to make it! If you need a pledge form let us know! Thanks man - and looking forward to seeing you again! Cheers, Ryan Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Urban Fisherman Posted August 21, 2010 Author Report Share Posted August 21, 2010 (edited) Ok Guys! So far we have 11 Participants confirmed - that's one short from last year! And awesome prize donations from: - Dave Mercer Outdoors Inc. Awesome Prize Pack & Shirts! - TJ (the godfather of OFC ) Ontario Fishing.net Swag! - Lloyd - U & Me guiding service $350 value guided trip! - Knock Out Lures - Spoon Prize pack! - Mike P. from OFC - Donated Musky Baits! OFC Private Pledges: I know times are tough guys - but if you can skip a timmies one morning every bit helps our cause! FishingBill - Thanks for your pledge! Your donations and support are appreciated more than you can all imagine! Thanks to everybody for all your help and support! Edited August 21, 2010 by The Urban Fisherman Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sleded Posted August 21, 2010 Report Share Posted August 21, 2010 Cant wait man should be a good time!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tb4me Posted August 21, 2010 Report Share Posted August 21, 2010 Hey Ryan I think I have another guy (with a canoe) convinced to join us. He isint an OFC member is that ok? He will be after this im sure! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
danbouck Posted August 21, 2010 Report Share Posted August 21, 2010 Hey Ryan I think I have another guy (with a canoe) convinced to join us. He isint an OFC member is that ok? He will be after this im sure! Doesn't need to be an OFC'r. There are guys from another board coming as well as guys who barely fish. Everybody is welcome Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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