Gathering

[Tennesseejugger]

There had been some mention and interest in a gathering, I would be willing to head this up and have it on Old Hickory lake. If you are interested please show by replying to this post and when I see that we have enough interest then we could set a date and time.

[nofish]

If this were to happen would there be anyway to have some fishingtn.com stickers made up? I'd pimp a few on my boat.

[agelesssone]

I'd show up to meet the guys I chat with.

[Tennesseejugger]

So far

1. TennesseeJugger
2. Nofish
3. Agelessone
4. Thehick176
5. Jad2t
6. blr3a
7. lforet2002
8. butts 0907

[Tennesseejugger]

We would all have to decide of what type of tourney to have, since there are some in here that only fly fish for pan fish or trout!

[thehick176]

I'm in! I also like the FishingTN.com stickers idea

[Tennesseejugger]

I'm in! I also like the FishingTN.com stickers idea
gotcha down!

[jad2t]

I have no boat but if someone wants a fishing partner in theirs, I'm certainly in.

[Tennesseejugger]

I have no boat but if someone wants a fishing partner in theirs, I'm certainly in. I am sure there will be plenty of available spots, I will put ya down. If not you are welome in my boat!

[thehick176]

What if we split the tournament into 2 different divisions? One for bass and the other for panfish/crappie. Just a thought

[blr3a]

Is this for some sort of competition or like just a gathering... or like a swap meet??? Will it be weekly or monthly or a "as requested" deal?

Anyway... I'm in!!!

[Tennesseejugger]

What if we split the tournament into 2 different divisions? One for bass and the other for panfish/crappie. Just a thought I was thinking of that also.

[Tennesseejugger]

Is this for some sort of competition or like just a gathering... or like a swap meet??? Will it be weekly or monthly or a "as requested" deal?

Anyway... I'm in!!! Just a get together to meet some brothers and then have a friendly tourney. I am thinking a annual gig! Gotcha down.

[tkwalker]

I'm in! I also like the FishingTN.com stickers idea

Guy's I'll spring for the stickers ... Let me talk to my decal man on the West Coast and see what I can come up with ... <'TK>< :)

[Tennesseejugger]

Guy's I'll spring for the stickers ... Let me talk to my decal man on the West Coast and see what I can come up with ... <'TK>< :) So I take it you are in Boss?

[Tennesseejugger]

The Venue I had in mind is Lagaurdo Rec area on Spencer creek (OH), it is on Hwy 109 in Lebanon, Tn. Boat ramp, swimming area for kids, picnic tables, bathrooms...Nice place.

[tkwalker]

So I take it you are in Boss?

Depending on when the event is ... I doubt if Sam and I will be fishing I am still working on my boat That I picked up in Minn in Jan .... All of our outboard projects for customers is overwelming ... I will be there though, even if I don't fish .... <'TK>< :)

[agelesssone]

I would have an empty spot in my boat and wouldn't care what we were fishing for. I'd go just for the fun of it and to meet all the guys on the forum.
Since I am probably the worst fisherman on the forum my feelings won't be crushed by losing.

[Tennesseejugger]

I would have an empty spot in my boat and wouldn't care what we were fishing for. I'd go just for the fun of it and to meet all the guys on the forum.
Since I am probably the worst fisherman on the forum my feelings won't be crushed by losing.
LOL, we could have a multi species event...LOL, biggest catfish, Bass, Crappie, Gill...Leather Boot!

[lforet2002]

This is a good idea Mr. Don..I would be interested too..I like the multi species idea also..Maybe have a 5-fish bass, bream-buster(most bream), definitely gotta have a catfish, and for those species without a category maybe have a miscellaneous.My boat is also out of commision right now too but hope to get it going soon..BTW Mr. Don can you refresh my memory of the outboard mechanic you recommend?

[thehick176]

There is also Lone Branch on Benders Ferry in Mount Juliet. It has a big parkin lot, covered picnic tables. Laguardo is a really nice place but i'm afraid it would be extremely busy and if i remember right you have to pay to get in.
Although, Laguardo would probably be the easiest for other members not familiar with the area to find.

[Tennesseejugger]

This is a good idea Mr. Don..I would be interested too..I like the multi species idea also..Maybe have a 5-fish bass, bream-buster(most bream), definitely gotta have a catfish, and for those species without a category maybe have a miscellaneous.My boat is also out of commision right now too but hope to get it going soon..BTW Mr. Don can you refresh my memory of the outboard mechanic you recommend?
Lebanon Marine on Briskin Lane, lebanon, Tn. Kirby Daniels 615-556-0607

[Tennesseejugger]

There is also Lone Branch on Benders Ferry in Mount Juliet. It has a big parkin lot, covered picnic tables. Laguardo is a really nice place but i'm afraid it would be extremely busy and if i remember right you have to pay to get in.
Although, Laguardo would probably be the easiest for other members not familiar with the area to find.
Laguardo does not charge any longer, the guard shack is boarded up.

[Tennesseejugger]

So far

1. TennesseeJugger
2. Nofish
3. Agelessone
4. Thehick176
5. Jad2t
6. blr3a
7. lforet2002 The list is growing!

[butts0907]

Sounds like a great idea and, depending on when it is, I'd love to be a part of it. And I would also have an empty spot in the boat.

[Tennesseejugger]

[QUOTE=Tennesseejugger;21461]So far

1. TennesseeJugger
2. Nofish
3. Agelessone
4. Thehick176
5. Jad2t
6. blr3a
7. lforet2002
8. butts 0907
9. MNfisher
10. Doc Marshall
11. Randy10357
12. Striperfan


Starting to look like a Gathering!

[MNfisher]

I am in depending if i am free the day it is planned. I am also a non-boater and would need a backseat:-) Sounds fun!

[titansfan2104]

Lebanon Marine on Briskin Lane, lebanon, Tn. Kirby Daniels 615-556-0607

You could also look up rick poss of ricks marine on hwy 70 just outside of Lebanon going towards watertown.

[Doc Marshall]

Sounds like a great idea. I'm assuming we'd allow kayaks?

[nofish]

Sounds like a great idea. I'm assuming we'd allow kayaks?

In my opinion if it floats it's a boat!

[Tennesseejugger]

You could also look up rick poss of ricks marine on hwy 70 just outside of Lebanon going towards watertown. Not if you want it done anytime soon!

[Tennesseejugger]

I will keep running this until the end of the week to see how many would be interested. Once we get a full house then we can discuss dates. How does that sound?

[nofish]

In my opinion if it floats it's a boat!

And since it's for fun if there's not enough spots in boats why not let members fishing from the bank enter fish?

[nofish]

Just a thought. Dunno.?

[nofish]

Please talk over dates with tk because I'd love to get some stickers to rock on my boat.

[randy10357]

I would be in if it is a Saturday. I would also have an extra seat on my boat for another person!

[agelesssone]

I can put two others in my boat. It's an 18 ft'er with a 150 Johnson. If it can't handle three, I need to sell it!

[StriperFan]

Count me in. I have room for a couple as well.

[Tennesseejugger]

I would be in if it is a Saturday. I would also have an extra seat on my boat for another person! It will def be on a Sat.

[Tennesseejugger]

[QUOTE=Tennesseejugger;21461]So far

1. TennesseeJugger
2. Nofish
3. Agelessone
4. Thehick176
5. Jad2t
6. blr3a
7. lforet2002
8. butts 0907
9. MNfisher
10. Doc Marshall
11. Randy10357
12. Striperfan
13. Greasy Ham
14. Fish Whisperer
15. bd
16. Fairweatherfisherman


Starting to look like a Gathering!

Oh yeah!

[thehick176]

Sounds like there will be enough boats there to accomodate most everyone. Including mine.

[Fish Whisperer]

I'm in..

[Tennesseejugger]

Sounds like there will be enough boats there to accomodate most everyone. Including mine.
Yep, there should be no need for anyone to have to bank fish unless they just want to.

[Tennesseejugger]

I'm in.. Gotcha down.

[Tennesseejugger]

Something to think about, we could all pitch in $10.00 and have someone run to K-Mart and get a BassPro gift card for the winner, just a thought! Or just fish for fun!

[nofish]

I have room for one in my boat also.

[bd-]

I will make it if I can. It will depend on the date. Even if I can't get a full day to fish, maybe I can make an appearance for the food and hanging out afterward.

TK, if I can make it, you should bring a flat top guitar - maybe we can pick a little.

bd

[titansfan2104]

Not if you want it done anytime soon!

He has already rebuilt my carbs the first time and just diagnosed and changed my voltage reg and a bad tac. First time I had it back in 4 days the second trip I had it back in three days.
Some might not like him but he has more experience than most around here. He also knows what he is doing. Many of the guys I work with as Well as old guys that have spent a lot of time on the water referred me to him!!

[StriperFan]

Something to think about, we could all pitch in $10.00 and have someone run to K-Mart and get a BassPro gift card for the winner, just a thought! Or just fish for fun!I knew this was a plan to milk us for our money. LOL, mine anyway. I think there are so many people fishing for dif species here that it would be hard to come up with what defines the winner. Total weight-Catfisherman, total numbers-Alphahawk. It would have to be kinda creative to include pan-fisherman, newbies, trout fisherman and other odd balls like myself. But seriously, I would spring 10 bucks just to enjoy the show.

[tkwalker]

I will make it if I can. It will depend on the date. Even if I can't get a full day to fish, maybe I can make an appearance for the food and hanging out afterward.

TK, if I can make it, you should bring a flat top guitar - maybe we can pick a little.

bd

bd, I'd love to ... But since my carpal tunnel surgery 3 years ago I have not picked up my Ovation, American Strat nor "Lucille" ... My finger tips are soft now .... It seems the outboard repairs have taken all of my time ... :o

[blr3a]

I'm all about money on the competition... but I'm afraid entry fees will scare people away. As mentioned before it would be hard to decide what species were more important than others. When I tried for the collegiate tour I remember doing a benefit and everyone brought their favorite lure or line or accessory "new in box" and put them together. Then at the end of the day they were divided up on superlatives... like smallest fish, biggest fish, ugliest fish, weirdest catch... things like that. Everyone had a kid with them so it was a little different but it was a blast! Maybe we could try something like this but with $5 gift cards... or favorite lures etc.

Just an idea.... I'm just rambling b/c I'm excited about this!

[tkwalker]

Something to think about, we could all pitch in $10.00 and have someone run to K-Mart and get a BassPro gift card for the winner, just a thought! Or just fish for fun!

Food for thought ... I was one of the founding members of GABA and tourney Director .. (Gallatin Association of Bass Anglers) Formed in the 70's.

Okay there are a number of ways this can go ... I don't think the $$$ is a hill ...

Everyone likes recognition for an accomplishment . Plaques and trophys are great plus pay out money ... (would not take anything for awards especially at my age, it brings back memories) But to accomplish this you need to be a club and believe me CLUBS are a PAIN !! you need a Pres. Vice pres. Tourney Director, and treasurer to take care of $$$ and a Board to make sure the Treasurer and the other officers were doing their jobs above board ... And then you have rules ...etc ... A club will be okay but simplicity is not under a club's classification ...

How clubs work is a portion of the entry money is kept held out for plaques/trophys and usually a Banquet at the end of the year and most clubs have an event schedule and points system this gets very complicated and involved... (Since this is a Multi species/open tackle with no restrictions it may be a little easier as far as rules and regs ) Now if a club wants to be formed FishingTN will sponsor if waviers are signed etc ... This I'll need to talk to bd about this since he is our Site attorney.

Now since this is a multi species tourney, weight and size is going to be an obstacle ... (Let me think about this one)

Another thought is Game fish .. catch and release or if legal via by TWRA it is up to the Fisherman to do what he wants to do ... Now Remember there are no formal rules and regs, to have Rules and Regs you need a rules committee ...etc ... See where all this goes ...

I would suggest on this first tourney (after we fiqure out how to work the multi species portion) is maybe just a $$/Gift Cards payout say up to 3 or 4 places or 1 or 2 places per catagory ... lets see where this goes ...

This will lay the ground work for a club/plaques/trophys/ Plus $$ pay out in the future. Or it can be kept simple ... Show up pay entry and fish ...

TNJUG is doing a great job organizing this and I am looking forward to meeting you folks ...Don, I'll be glad to assist in anyway with time permitting <'TK>< :)

[tkwalker]

I can put two others in my boat. It's an 18 ft'er with a 150 Johnson. If it can't handle three, I need to sell it!

Lets see, 18 foot boat, three fishermen with 6 to 6.5 foot rods ... 3X6 =18 ... Somebody needs to wear helments ... LOL !!! (done that and have the tee-shirt or what's left of it) :)

[fairweatherfisherman]

I'm in. Sounds like fun. I'll have room in my boat for one other if it is an artificial only deal and I can do two if using live bait.

[agelesssone]

We can troll crankbaits for anything that swims.

[Tennesseejugger]

1. TennesseeJugger
2. Nofish
3. Agelessone
4. Thehick176
5. Jad2t
6. blr3a
7. lforet2002
8. butts 0907
9. MNfisher
10. Doc Marshall
11. Randy10357
12. Striperfan
13. Greasy Ham
14. Fish Whisperer
15. bd
16. Fairweatherfisherman
17. Finney


Starting to look like a Gathering!

[Tennesseejugger]

OK here it is, this is the format that I have come up with.

Categories:

1. Large Mouth/ small mouth = big fish
2. Pan fish = total weight
3. Catfish = big fish

Large mouth and Smallmouth must be alive.
If you catch a giant catfish and want to CPR, weigh it, take photo and have a witness.

If all agree then we can take up $10.00 per angler and Have gift cards for 1st place winners.

The date will be June 23rd (Sat). Start time 06:30 and end at noon.
Location: Lagaurdo rec area, Old Hickory Lake on Hwy 109 in Lebanon.

There are picnic tables and a sand beach for swimming, now as far as food, I can bring my grill and I think that if you just brought what you want to eat and drink would be the best. I will bring extra burgers and buns and what not. What would be great if we could get some of our wifes to come and hold a spot for us...

If we all agree on the gift card, K-mart has Basspro gift cards that we could get. The date should give all advance notification to be able to attend.

This is going to be an awesome event and I am looking forward to meeting you all.

Don

PS...Rod and reel event only, any type of bait as long as it is legal can be used. Pan fishers please only weigh in fish that you would normally keep for table fare. This will be an individual event, so if you have more than one person in your boat then it is up to you to keep track of your fish! Maybe use culling markers.

[Tennesseejugger]

Food for thought ... I was one of the founding members of GABA and tourney Director .. (Gallatin Association of Bass Anglers) Formed in the 70's.

Okay there are a number of ways this can go ... I don't think the $$$ is a hill ...

Everyone likes recognition for an accomplishment . Plaques and trophys are great plus pay out money ... (would not take anything for awards especially at my age, it brings back memories) But to accomplish this you need to be a club and believe me CLUBS are a PAIN !! you need a Pres. Vice pres. Tourney Director, and treasurer to take care of $$$ and a Board to make sure the Treasurer and the other officers were doing their jobs above board ... And then you have rules ...etc ... A club will be okay but simplicity is not under a club's classification ...

How clubs work is a portion of the entry money is kept held out for plaques/trophys and usually a Banquet at the end of the year and most clubs have an event schedule and points system this gets very complicated and involved... (Since this is a Multi species/open tackle with no restrictions it may be a little easier as far as rules and regs ) Now if a club wants to be formed FishingTN will sponsor if waviers are signed etc ... This I'll need to talk to bd about this since he is our Site attorney.

Now since this is a multi species tourney, weight and size is going to be an obstacle ... (Let me think about this one)

Another thought is Game fish .. catch and release or if legal via by TWRA it is up to the Fisherman to do what he wants to do ... Now Remember there are no formal rules and regs, to have Rules and Regs you need a rules committee ...etc ... See where all this goes ...

I would suggest on this first tourney (after we fiqure out how to work the multi species portion) is maybe just a $$/Gift Cards payout say up to 3 or 4 places or 1 or 2 places per catagory ... lets see where this goes ...

This will lay the ground work for a club/plaques/trophys/ Plus $$ pay out in the future. Or it can be kept simple ... Show up pay entry and fish ...

TNJUG is doing a great job organizing this and I am looking forward to meeting you folks ...Don, I'll be glad to assist in anyway with time permitting <'TK>< :)
Thanks TK!

[blr3a]

Will total weight for panfish be no size or quantity limit? Also will this be a team event or individual?

I think I would like to see a 7" min size or something for panfish... or is this just kind of "common sense" not to weigh something you couldn't eat...

I like this setup though! Will jugs be allowed or rod/reel only? I'm assuming live bait is ok for catfish?

[Tennesseejugger]

Will total weight for panfish be no size or quantity limit? Also will this be a team event or individual?

I think I would like to see a 7" min size or something for panfish... or is this just kind of "common sense" not to weigh something you couldn't eat...

I like this setup though! Will jugs be allowed or rod/reel only? I'm assuming live bait is ok for catfish?
Good questions, I just updated the Gathering thread! Thanks!

[FINNEY]

I would enjoy it, put me down. I have a small Jon boat, but would be happy catfishing on the bank, bass fishing with someone else, or fishing my Jon boat. Aslong as I am fishing!

[jad2t]

I suggest making it artificial lures only

[Tennesseejugger]

I suggest making it artificial lures only The rules stand as they are! You will have a diversity of anglers fishing for different species. So it would not be right to tell one he can use live bait for catfish and the other that they can only use artificial.

[Tennesseejugger]

I would enjoy it, put me down. I have a small Jon boat, but would be happy catfishing on the bank, bass fishing with someone else, or fishing my Jon boat. Aslong as I am fishing! Gotcha!

[Tennesseejugger]

1. TennesseeJugger
2. Nofish
3. Agelessone
4. Thehick176
5. Jad2t
6. blr3a
7. lforet2002
8. butts 0907
9. MNfisher
10. Doc Marshall
11. Randy10357
12. Striperfan
13. Greasy Ham
14. Fish Whisperer
15. bd
16. Fairweatherfisherman
17. Finney

[tkwalker]

Okay, seems like we have got a lot of interest going here and already folks are jocking for position as far as baits, tackle etc.

First I will be in Missouri at an Old Outboard swap meet on June 23rd.
Secondly this forum was set up for all type of fisherman, panfish, gamefish, roughfish, bank fisherman, fly guys, Bass boats, Yaks etc.

But it seems it is leaning towards a Bass tourney ... I will not support this in it's present state... It should be open to live or artificial bait, any kind of rod, pole, jugs etc ... anything that is legal. :(

Hope to have a picture displayed soon for the decals ... <'TK><

[Tennesseejugger]

Okay, seems like we have got a lot of interest going here and already folks are jocking for position as far as baits, tackle etc.

First I will be in Missouri at an Old Outboard swap meet on June 23rd.
Secondly this forum was set up for all type of fisherman, panfish, gamefish, roughfish, bank fisherman, fly guys, Bass boats, Yaks etc.

But it seems it is leaning towards a Bass tourney ... I will not support this in it's present state... It should be open to live or artificial bait, any kind of rod, pole, jugs etc ... anything that is legal. :(

Hope to have a picture displayed soon for the decals ... <'TK>< TK you are not allowed to jug fish on the weekends during these times, due to boat traffic. At least that is the way it use to be.

[fairweatherfisherman]

In my experience with other get togethers of this type, the tournament should be as inclusive as possible. The real benefit to this type of thing is having fun and making new friends that share our love of fishing. I've made lifetime friends at these types of things, guys I ended up fishing thousands of hours with. I like winning as well as the next guy, but I'll be just as happy to hand my $10 over to whoever has the lucky hand that day, regardless of what kind of fish is caught.

[tkwalker]

TK you are not allowed to jug fish on the weekends during these times, due to boat traffic. At least that is the way it use to be.

I was trying to make a point ... I said that what ever is legal you should be able to fish with .... <'TK><

[Tennesseejugger]

I was trying to make a point ... I said that what ever is legal you should be able to fish with .... <'TK><
I completely agree!

[FINNEY]

I enjoy bass fishing from a boat with artificual lures, just as much as castnetting shad for catfishing along a river bank. I know some people turn up their nose to catfishing, or bank fishing. For these "Special People" maybe you could hold separate events. Maybe spring time do a bass fisherman get together, summer do a Catfishermen get together? IDK just an idea. But I would keep all gatherings open to any members, just theme the gatherings. The Catfish gathering or the Crappie gathering and so on. FYI But you cant BBQ on a bass boat, so the Catfish Gathering will be a sucess I'm sure. LOL! "Can't we all just get along?"

[Tennesseejugger]

i enjoy bass fishing from a boat with artificual lures, just as much as castnetting shad for catfishing along a river bank. I know some people turn up their nose to catfishing, or bank fishing. For these "special people" maybe you could hold separate events. Maybe spring time do a bass fisherman get together, summer do a catfishermen get together? Idk just an idea. But i would keep all gatherings open to any members, just theme the gatherings. The catfish gathering or the crappie gathering and so on. Fyi but you cant bbq on a bass boat, so the catfish gathering will be a sucess i'm sure. Lol! "can't we all just get along?" lol

[Tennesseejugger]

In my experience with other get togethers of this type, the tournament should be as inclusive as possible. The real benefit to this type of thing is having fun and making new friends that share our love of fishing. I've made lifetime friends at these types of things, guys I ended up fishing thousands of hours with. I like winning as well as the next guy, but I'll be just as happy to hand my $10 over to whoever has the lucky hand that day, regardless of what kind of fish is caught.


Thank you!

[tkwalker]

Here is a sample ... The white that you see is transparent so whever you place them that will show through inside the black ... <'TK><

[Tennesseejugger]

Here is a sample <'TK>< I want one for my boat and my truck.

[nofish]

Here is a sample <'TK><

I like that design. Any idea on a size or sizes?

[tkwalker]

I like that design. Any idea on a size or sizes?

Right now I am thinking 12 inches which is about the standard bumper sticker size ... I will donate 2 stickers per member that will be fishing ... as long as everyone gets to fish their method, their tackle, and their baits of choice.

Additional stickers can be purchased at cost ... Custom sizes maybe possible (Larger at cost) .... I won't know the cost until the final tally is counted ... and I will order extras .... <'TK>< :)

[nomad60]

I really wish I could make it since I'd like to meet some of the people who post on this forum but we have a wedding to attend in Pensacola, FL. on 1 July and we're heading down a few days early to see friends we haven't seen in over 12 years. Hopefully this won't be the first and only gathering of its kind and I can make the next one...and if everything goes ok, I'll have a boat by then ;)

[blr3a]

Bumped it back a week? I too won't be able to make this date due to a wedding. Maybe I can catch the next one...:(

[thehick176]

The decals look great TK! I would definitely take a few

[HunterP]

I would love to have one of the decals!

[tkwalker]

I would love to have one of the decals!

Hunter have you signed up for the Gaithering ??? <'TK>< :)