Author Topic: Team Ct. Iceshanty Meet & Greet (Read 10201 times)

octanehi5 · « **Reply #30 on:** Dec 07, 2016, 12:15 PM »

I got back all my cased meat from my two deer,It will be on our menu for the Meet &Greet and Eat

KUBES90 · « **Reply #31 on:** Dec 07, 2016, 09:48 PM »

Ive got to vote for Batterson, just so i can stick around for the evening bite. Batterson has been good to me when it come to the marble eyes.

octanehi5 · « **Reply #32 on:** Dec 08, 2016, 06:50 AM »

6 cove ,4 batt

edinct · « **Reply #33 on:** Dec 08, 2016, 06:58 AM »

I would like to try and get out to this gathering as well, location does not matter, just depends on the date

octanehi5 · « **Reply #34 on:** Dec 08, 2016, 07:23 AM »

We are shooting for mid Jan 2017,Ice conditions are a big factor,the next three weeks will tell us, Going to shoot for a saturday

icechaser · « **Reply #35 on:** Dec 09, 2016, 09:33 AM »

I agree with keeping the fish+meet to the middle of ct.-Even though Wethersfield isn't a favorite place to fish: it would host a good gathering for all from the north, south, east,+ west of the states' ice fishermen. And yes, TAG's tackle in Plainville wants to sponsor the event with lots of minnows on-site for shanty members. The shop is packed to the walls with gear for the season; everything from jigs+lures, to rods, tip-ups, line; hand, gas, +propane augers, blades; ice suits,hats+gloves shelters, buckets and sounders. There is new and used gear in all sections. Tom at the tackle shop is excited about the event! And so am I.

BWB-ice · « **Reply #36 on:** Dec 09, 2016, 11:14 AM »

I'm not familiar with Batterson (ice fishing wise) so don't know the chances of icing a lot of fish...but I do know the cove will produce, it's centrally located, has plenty of parking and can hold an event like this comfortably. You're also pretty much guaranteed fish from crappie, perch, bass, the occasional pike...and oh yea, two years ago at one of our events someone iced a striper! I've seen hold over stripers pulled out of there each year (except last year of course)

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So, with that said I vote for the cove...but will travel anywhere we decide.
And Ravo, would love the chance to do some jigging with you again as well as meet some of the other "crazy, obsessed, fishermen", on this site!

I'm in!!

octanehi5 · « **Reply #37 on:** Dec 09, 2016, 11:33 AM »

thats 8 cove ,4 batt, I do have that commitment for bait,

Ravo Himself · « **Reply #38 on:** Dec 09, 2016, 12:43 PM »

Right before those guys iced that striper was about the time I caught my only bowfin through the ice. Beautiful spawning colors. You just really never know what's coming through the hole there

octanehi5 · « **Reply #39 on:** Dec 09, 2016, 05:49 PM »

with 21+ days to go we are leaning 2 to 1 in favor of the cove,we need a few cold windless nights,to have our waters skim over and lock up,once that happens the forcast looks very good

Ravo Himself · « **Reply #40 on:** Dec 09, 2016, 07:08 PM »

We shouldn't have any problems if the forecast holds. Multiple nights in single digits and teens. I see plenty of black ice in our future

JohnnyJigger · « **Reply #41 on:** Dec 10, 2016, 10:38 AM »

Howdy all, good to be back on the forum. The cove would be my choice if I can make the date. A couple of years ago there at another event I was lucky enough to get a stiper there on a

octanehi5 · « **Reply #42 on:** Dec 11, 2016, 04:23 AM »

From the votes that are in,looks like it will be the Cove,Other details need to be worked out, I have a commitment for Bait,I will be the event Cook,and will supply Cased meats grilled(venison). Need a few guys to step up with Fish for frying, Rolls or bread, Cooking tent,Condiments,paper plates, Coffee? The date will be set at the first of the yr depending on Ice conditions, A good 8"of ice would be great

octanehi5 · « **Reply #43 on:** Dec 11, 2016, 05:41 PM »

Kudoe's to you guys, Icechaser is helping with the bait as well as Jammer Icecube Is donating Fish, With this kind of help we will have a great get together. Keep those cards and letters coming guys

sploke · « **Reply #44 on:** Dec 12, 2016, 01:19 PM »

I would be interested in meeting a few local folks, and I could probably bring some homebrewed beer to add to the pot for those who like to enjoy an adult beverage on the ice

Following along, I don't much care about location...the date will make or break it for me, if I have the time I don't mind driving wherever and don't have much experience fishing around here.

octanehi5 · « **Reply #45 on:** Dec 12, 2016, 03:18 PM »

The homebrew will get a few guys attention,There will be many different styles of Icefishing represented on the cove.I'm sure one of them will suit your style. This coming few days we are going to break a few record lows for this time of yr

octanehi5 · « **Reply #46 on:** Dec 16, 2016, 10:31 AM »

Its official Tag'sTackle Box Is our Ct iceshanty sponsor, And will be supplying the bait for our meet and greet, He would also like to put on a few seminars for ice fishing at the store,will post the Date"s I will see Tom today or tomorrow,to go over a few things.with him As some of you know he has a great shop,Lets keep him going. Still need a few volunteers for the meet greet & eat

Ravo Himself · « **Reply #47 on:** Dec 16, 2016, 10:45 AM »

I know it's still early and has been very windy. But anyone know if any ice has started down in the cove?

eiderz · « **Reply #48 on:** Dec 16, 2016, 12:29 PM »

Quote from: Ravo Himself on Dec 16, 2016, 10:45 AM

I know it's still early and has been very windy. But anyone know if any ice has started down in the cove?

It was mostly skimmed over Tuesday.

Ravo Himself · « **Reply #49 on:** Dec 16, 2016, 01:05 PM »

Well assuming the wind didn't tear it apart, I bet it's a lot closer to being safe.

fishoninct · « **Reply #50 on:** Dec 16, 2016, 05:06 PM »

I vote Cove. Never been, but would like to try. I can bring my portable fire pit, slab bacon, as well as wood. Fire pit works great for grilling.

octanehi5 · « **Reply #51 on:** Dec 16, 2016, 05:18 PM »

that's great we can use that for all the meats. I'm hoping we can set the date the first of the yr waiting on safe ice.

octanehi5 · « **Reply #52 on:** Dec 20, 2016, 05:58 AM »

We are looking at around twentyfive people,for the meet &greet, Safe ice will be key, I'm going to throw a tentative date out ice permitting? Saturday Jan 14th. this date gives us more than three weeks for more ice to form

lowaccord66 · « **Reply #53 on:** Dec 22, 2016, 05:42 AM »

I'd like to lend a hand as well. The only thing that would stop me is if Lake George happened to be ready for the first time of the season on that day. I will bring my Cabelas 6x8 and my Otter (assuming there is now snow on the ice) so anyone can take advantage of those.

Also happy to drill holes for anyone who may need them.

octanehi5 · « **Reply #54 on:** Dec 22, 2016, 05:53 AM »

Thanks Lowaccord 66, Your help and experience will be welcome. along with the others that have volunteered.this will be a very nice event

bugchazer · « **Reply #55 on:** Dec 22, 2016, 05:58 AM »

You know I'll be there too!

P and j outdoors · « **Reply #56 on:** Dec 22, 2016, 05:41 PM »

hialand has a decent selection and if alot of guys show up theres plenty of water to find fish

octanehi5 · « **Reply #57 on:** Dec 22, 2016, 06:27 PM »

central location. the choices with the most votes are the Cove and next Battison

shoey19663 · « **Reply #58 on:** Dec 22, 2016, 10:30 PM »

My Vote would be The Cove

mattshoes · « **Reply #59 on:** Dec 22, 2016, 11:06 PM »

I vote for the cove.
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Author Topic: Team Ct. Iceshanty Meet & Greet (Read 10201 times)