"Fish Fest '10"

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Cape Fear Christian Sportsman, A ministry of Christ Community Church, is hosting "Fish Fest '10." This school is open to anyone in the community. There is no cost, but a $20 donation is suggested. Come and learn everything you ever wanted to know about local fishing but were afraid to ask and be sure to bring a friend! The class will be from 8am-5pm February 20, 2010 at Christ Community Church (4555 Fairview Dr., Wilmington, NC). A light breakfast and Pig Pickin' lunch will be provided. Registration is available online at www.capefearsportsmen.org. If you have any questions post them to this thread and I will do my best to answer them.

We've got some awesome speakers this year! Check out the current line up:





Shallow Water and Flats Fishing for Redfish (Capt. Jot Owens)

King Mackerel Tactics (Capt. Jodie Gay, 23 and Under SKA Champion, Blue Water Candy Lures AND Capt. Jodie Gay, 23 and Under SKA Champion, Living Waters Guide Service)

Bottom Fishing (Capt. Butch Foster, Yeah Right Sportfishing Charters)

Targeting Nearshore Mahi (Capt. Brent Stanley, Current Adventure Charters)

Catching Spanish and Blues Nearshore (Capt. Mat Hurlbut, Hot Ticket Fishing Charters)

Catching Flounder (Capt. Jonathan "Big Country" McDow)

Targeting Sailfish (Capt. John McDow, Midnight Wind Fishing)

Offshore Safety (Capt. Matt Wild, Towboat US Wrightsville Beach)

Castnetting for Live Bait (Rick Stoker, Team Fountain)

Fishing Offshore Habitats and Gulfstream Details (Capt. Chip Berry, Maps Unique)

Boat Maintenance Q&A (Bobby Bailey, Bailey Marine Integrations)

Fishing MirrOLures (Capt. Jot Owens)

Deep Drop Jigging (Capt. Jodie Gay, 23 and Under SKA Champion, Blue Water Candy Lures AND Capt. Jodie Gay, 23 and Under SKA Champion, Living Waters Guide Service)

Cape Fear Trout Fishing (Capt. Jeff Wolfe, Seahawk Inshore Fishing Charters)

Many More!


The first 100 registrants will receive a goodie bag filled with products from Sea Striker, ClarkSpoon, Blue Water Candy and more. The first 50 registrants will also receive a free T-Shirt!

In addition, many door prizes will be given away including a free flats fishing trip with Capt. Brent Stanley of Current Adventure Charters!


Date: February 20th, 2010
Location: Christ Community Church, 4555 Fairview Dr, Wilmington, NC 28412

Schedule:

7:30-8:30: Registration / Breakfast

8:15-8:30: Welcome / Group Introduction

8:30-9:30: Session 1

 Main Session – Targeting Mahi - Capt. Brent Stanley

 Breakout Session

o Tips for Fishing with Kids – Capt. Jot Owens
o Cape Fear Speckled Trout – Capt. Jeff Wolfe
o Boat Safety – Capt. Matt Wild
o Cast Net Throwing (Outside weather permitting) – Capt. Rick Stoker

9:45-10:45: Session 2

o Main Session – Flounder – Capt. Jonathan McDow

o Breakout Session

o Shallow Water and Flats Fishing for Reds – Capt. Brent Stanley
o Deep Vertical Jigging – Capt. Jodie Gay and Capt. Rick Croson
o Fishing the Gulf Stream – Capt. Matt Hurlbut

11:00-12:00: Session 3

o Main Session – Bottom Fishing – Capt. Butch Foster
o Breakout Session
o Fishing Mirrolures – Capt. Jot Owens
o Fishing for Beginners / Choosing Tackle – Capt. Brent Stanley
o Blue Marlin Fishing – Capt. Chip Berry

12:00-1:00: Lunch

1:00-2:00: Session 4

o Main Session – Catching Blues and Spanish – Capt. Matt Hurlbut
o Breakout Session
o Targeting Sailfish – Capt. John McDow
o Fishing Offshore Habitats and Gulfstream Details – Capt. Chip Berry
o Rigging Your Boat with Electronics– Bobby Bailey

2:15-3:15: Session 5

o Main Session – King Mackerel Tactics – Capt. Jodie Gay and Capt. Rick Croson
o Breakout Session
o Boat Insurance Q & A – Charter Lakes Marine Insurance
o Surf Fishing – Will Parham
o Basic Knots – Capt. Jot Owens
o Cleaning Crabs – Capt. Butch Foster

3:30-4:30: Session 6

o Main Session – Shallow Water and Flat Fishing for Reds – Capt. Jot Owens
o Breakout Session
o Rigging Ballyhoo – Capt. Matt Hurlbut
o Cast Net Throwing (Outside weather permitting) – Capt. Rick Stoker
o Preparing Game for the Taxidermy – Gery Vanghan
Rod Repair on going out in the lobby

4:30-5:00: Door Prizes / Wrap Up

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Spence Hackney

This post was made with the prior approval of Mr. Spence Hackney, event coordinator.

[Willie]

looks like one great day of getting educated...................*thumbsup*

[Gunnar]

Thanks for the info Hector *Cheers*

Sounds like a great opportunity for the local members... I'm sorry that I'll miss it *kickrock*

Gregg

[DWood]

Thanks Hector.
Looks like an opportunity for some of us that live inland to learn more about the toothy critters that live in salt water. A 475 mile round trip for me, but I think I'll be there. *Cheers*
Looks like it's for a good cause too.*yay*
Dan

[REELTIME]

*Cheers* Thats what i been looking for *thumbsup*

[Whatever]

*Cheers* Thats what i been looking for *thumbsup*


Thanks Hector.
Looks like an opportunity for some of us that live inland to learn more about the toothy critters that live in salt water. A 475 mile round trip for me, but I think I'll be there. *Cheers*
Looks like it's for a good cause too.*yay*
Dan

If any of you guys are interested in coming just register at the link....It's free and you get the same info from basically the same guys you will see at the paid siminars, they just asking for a volunteer donation, you can't beat that...*thumbsup*...I am registered and plan to be there...;D

[81bandit]

Just signed up. 45 minutes from our place at the beach. Thanks

[Capt. Mick]

That is a stellar list of Captains and they are not scared to tell you how to do it.

[Whatever]

Good morning! We are looking forward to seeing you at the Fish Fest '10 saltwater fishing school this Saturday morning at 7:30 AM. The first session begins at 8:00, so be sure to get there on time so you don't miss anything. A schedule of all the classes is available here so you can plan your day if you like. You might also want to bring a pen and paper to take notes. A light breakfast and lunch will be provided. The event will be held at Christ Community Church (4555 Fairview Dr., Wilmington, NC). You can find more details at www.capefearsportsmen.org.

It's certainly not too late to get your friends registered. They will be able to sign up at www.capefearsportsmen.org through noon on Friday. If they don't get a chance to register, just have them show up! We certainly don't want to turn anyone away. If you have any questions feel free to reply to this email address and we will do our best to answer them.

Spence Hackney