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MSC Newsletter February 2013 Meeting on the first Thursday at Rose Historical Auditorium

MSC Board of Directors Elected Officers

President Pete Arcidiacono 821-7499 peterarchie@comcast.net Vice President Allan Bristow 642-6044 aesj2323@aol.com 2ndVice President Howard Laskau (201) 704-0788 hlaskau@comcast.net Treasurer Cathy Bressan 394-7451 cncbressan@hotmail.com Assistant Treasurer Bill McIntosh 642-9051 Mcintosh2466@embarqmail.com Secretary Paul Milici (901) 413-9646 Paul.milici@gmail.com

Directors, Committees and Chairs

Fishing Chairman Ed Shebert eshebert@savatree.com Offshore Tony Saputo saputotc@centurylink.net Backwater Ed Vesely evesely@aol.com Buddy List Joe Perino rivpress@aol.com Charters Kayak Outings

Bob Trento Vic Ordija

btrento@aol.com vicord1@comcast.net

Membership Bill McIntosh Mcintosh2466@embarqmail.comQuartermaster Keith Wohltman squansurf@yahoo.com Socials/Picnics Dave Walsh davewalsh@att.net Webmaster Ed Crane MarcoMan357@aol.com Newsletter Editor David Rasmussen drasmussen@mdaturbines.com Historian Ed Shebert eshebert@savatree.com Gov’t Affairs/Public Info

Howard Laskau

hlaskau@comcast.net

MSC Tackle Box www.MarcoSportfishingClub.com Pete Arcidiacono, President

Dedicated to Safely Fishing in and around Collier County

February 2013

President’s Message by Peter Arcidiacono 821-7499

Hi Everyone, Join in on Club Activities! We have our normal Thursday meeting on the 7th and the “DEAL OR NO DEAL” on Friday, February 8th ! I would hope that you all have money saved up! It is being held at Walker’s showroom on Bald Eagle. This is turning out to be the biggest yet! We are going to have all kinds of experienced fishing equipment as well as local tackle manufactures. Please get there on time to insure a good parking spot and first crack at all the merchandise. Hours of the event are 4PM TO 7PM. NO EARLY BIRDS-WE NEED SET UP TIME. For all you anglers out there, IT’S SHEEPSHEAD TIME. We are accepting registrations for our World Famous Sheepshead Shootout. Rules and other information will be at the meeting. Last year we had 50+ anglers, let’s see if we can beat that number. One last note. From time to time I send out reminder emails, whether or not it’s about the meeting, dues or events, to the entire membership. So if the email reminds everyone to pay dues and you have already paid dues, please ignore the email. I am sorry for any confusion I caused earlier this month. Remember: Be nice to your shrimp and they will nice to you.

See ya’ at the bait shop, Pete A

Kayak Outing in Upper Lighter Bay; January 10, 2013

Four kayaks traversed Goodland Bay and ventured into Hell’s Gate which is an entry point into upper Lighter Bay. The channel has good depth and many ambush points favored by game fish. Conditions were tough due to a low tide and strong winds which made it difficult for our kayaks to hold their position. We fished the Hell’s Gate Channel and upper Lighter Bay. A variety of fish were caught with Jay Jones catching the largest fish; a 27” Black Grouper which was measured, photographed and released.

We skipped lunch and headed over to the Crazy Flamingo for beers and fried fish caught during the Ed Brown’s trout scramble. A fun day was had by all.

Jay Jones’ Black Drum

L-R John Baker, Jay Jones, Howard Laskau

Vic Ordija

Sign up for February Kayak Fishing in Johnson’s Bay

February 12, 2013 9 am – 2 pm.

We will fish Johnson’s Bay and its numerous back channels and bays. Anticipate possibly catching Speckled Trout, Redfish, Snook, Mangrove Snapper, Sheephead as well as other fish that inhabit the mangroves. Launch Place: Adjacent to Blue Heron Restaurant Isles of Capri. Late lunch and/or beverages @ Capri Fish House.

Drop point for kayaks is adjacent to the Blue Heron Restaurant located on Capri Blvd in the Isles of Capri. There is a nice sandy beach to the right of the restaurant where you can easily launch a kayak. Parking is also available on an empty lot located to the left of the restaurant. Contact Victor Ordija at vicord1@comcast.net or call 239-494-6741 to sign up for the trip. You can also sign up at the general meeting scheduled for Feb. 7, 2013.

In the event of bad weather and the trip is cancelled, the alternate rain date is February 18, 2013.

January 17, 2013 Buddy Trip

The group consisted of 24 people fishing on 8 boats. Unfortunately one boat had to prematurely return to the dock because it was taking on water. Our first stop was around the Camp Key area. The air movement was practically zero and the water was very calm. This of course, created a bug problem. After about 20 minutes trying to fish while being eaten alive, we moved on to be bug free. The anglers enjoyed a warm sunny day with light winds until about 2:30 PM. At that point the clouds became foreboding and ominous and a considerable wind developed. All of a sudden we encountered a light rain and white caps on the waters. Everyone headed back to the dock to get ready for the evening festivities.

Fishing was OK. The catch consisted of bonnet head sharks (lots of them), speckled trout, silver trout, whiting, Spanish mackerel, jacks, and of course catfish. That evening, a group of 40 people enjoyed cocktails and dinner at Ristorante La Piazza. Our host/owner, Mario made a special menu labeled “Welcome Fishermen of Marco”. The menu consisted of ten appetizing choices. The dinner was excellent and many people spoke of the quality of the food that came with pleasant staff offering great service. It was a wonderful evening; the perfect ending to a magnificent day on the water! If you have any questions/comments or wish to be added to the Buddy List contact Joe Perino at rivpress@aol.com

Spotted Sea Trout Scramble Results by Ed Brown The 1st Spotted Sea Trout Scramble held on January 9, 2013 is history. I would like to thank all of the fishermen that chose to compete in the Trout Scramble. We had 43 fishermen in 16 different boats. The weather and water clarity did not cooperate with us. The winds were very breezy and the water was very cloudy to muddy. Even with the bad conditions we still had 4 boats that caught legal spotted sea trout. The Spotted Sea Trout Scramble prizes were based on which boat could catch a legal limit of spotted sea trout (total inches of four fish) and the largest spotted sea trout.

The winners were: Total Inches per Boat 1st Place - Ron Linn-Joe Cafferelli- Ed Brown with 65 total inches. 2nd Place – Jeff Erickson-Peter Prodanov-Cathy Erickson with 48.75 total inches. 3rd Place - Jim Mueller – Capt Pete with 32.5 total inches. Largest Fish 1st Place – Joe Cafferelli – 18 inches 2nd Place – Pete Arcidiacono – 17 inches 3rd Place – Peter Prodanov – 16.75 inches

I would like to thank Crazy Flamingo for providing wings and cheese rolls and cooking our fish at our Captains’ meetings.

Paul Milici, Fred Kouhi and Ron Shudes with Catch of Red Grouper

FEBRUARY EVENTS MSC General Meeting 7PM Presentation by FWC Officer on New Regulations

Feb 7 Rose History Auditorium at Marco Museum

Deal/No Deal This will be held at Walker’s showroom on Bald Eagle and will be open to the general public. There will be a $20 table charge for vendors and club members, but the fee will be refunded to club members when they arrive with their sale items. Time 4-7 pm. Event leaders: Mike Kropp, Pete, and Allen.)

Feb 8 Walkers Marine on North Bald Eagle

MSC Board meeting 9:15 AM Doors open at 8:45 Feb 11 5th\3rd Bank San Marco Six Pack Charter. Feb 11 Marco River Marina Kayak Event. Info Above. Contact Victor Ordija Feb 12 Valentines Day! Just In Case You Forgot… Feb 14 Significant Other Trip to Miami Boat Show. Sign up at Walker’s showroom. Bus Fare and Entry is $35. A Deal!

Feb 15 All Day.

Goodland Boat Parade. Possible Club Float Feb 16 Contact Tony Saputo Sheepshead Shootout Captains Meeting Feb 18 Porky’s 4 PM Buddy Trip. Contact Joe Perino Feb 19

Fish of the Month & Changes in 2012 LeaderBoard Lane Snapper 18 1/2” – Heilo Duran Redfish 43” – Steve Androvandi Spanish Mackerel 271/4 – Mike Kropp

New LeaderBoard Started January 1. Go Fishing!

FOM: For December Mangrove Snapper 18 ½” - Chris Laimbeer. Congrats!

Buy-Sell-Trade More Info on MSC Website

Free Postings for Boats, Fishing Gear and Other Good Stuff. Contact Editor, David Rasmussen to Post Ad. drasmussen@mdaturbines.com

Both Boats in last month’s newsletter-Sold!

Picnic-FeBREWfest VIII. Noon See flyer below Feb 20 Sarazen Park Sheepshead Shootout . Non Sponsored Club Event. leader: Keith Wohltman.)

Feb 22

Sheepshead Shootout Awards Presentation Feb 25 Porky’s 4 PM Fish of Month Sheepshead!

MARCH EVENTS MSC General Meeting 7PM Presentation on First Aid – Know what to do in an emergency.

Mar 7 Rose History Auditorium at Marco Museum

MSC Board meeting 9:15 AM Doors open at 8:45 Mar 11 5th\3rd Bank San Marco Kayak Fishing Outing. Location TBA Mar 14 Contact Victor Ordija Backwater-Snapper Platter Capt Meeting Mar 18 Porky’s 4 PM Picnic-St. Patricks with Sister Kaite See Flyer Mar 20 Sarazen Park Backwater-Snapper Platter Tournament (Club sponsored event with $500 in prizes. Event leaders: Tony Saputo and Ed Shebert.)

Mar 21 Backwater Anywhere

Possible Tournament-Seatrout Shootout Mar 28 Watch for Update Fish of Month Speckled Sea Trout

St. Patrick’s Picnic With Sister Kaite

Sarazen ParkSarazen ParkSarazen ParkSarazen Park

WednesdayWednesdayWednesdayWednesday,,,, March 2March 2March 2March 20000 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

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NOTE: New Parking Rules Apply MEMBER’S NAME AND PHONE NUMBER Number attending__________ @$13.00 each $________ @$16.00 each $________ after 3-14 Make check payable to MSC Mail Separate Checks per event to: Dave Walsh 1530 Caxambas Ct. Marco Island, FL 34145

VIII th Annual FeBREWfest

Sarazen Park 12 Noon Wednesday, February 20

$13.00 Each* *16.00 after Feb. 15, $20.00 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 RESERVATION for FeBREWfest MEMBER’S NAME: Number attending__________ @$13.00 each $___________ @$16.00 after 2-15 $___________

NOTE: New Parking Rules Apply Make check payable to MSC

Mail to: Dave Walsh

1530 Caxambas Ct. Marco Island, FL 34145