april 2016 - Metro-West Steelheaders

april 2016
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Vice’s View
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Big Fish 2016!
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Calendar and Coming Events
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Membership Renewals
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Mount your Big Fish for Free!
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2016 Member Service Awards
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New Members and Member-
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When Preparation Meets
Opportunity
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MWS Meeting Minutes
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Florida Snook Report!
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Dennis Eade Update
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Big Fish Form and Rules
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It Pays to Belong
ship Challenge Updates
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Classifieds
Outing and Event Reports
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Sponsors
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VICE’S VIEW
GENERAL MEMBERSHIP MEETING
April 5th, 2016
Our speakers for the April 5th meeting will be MSSFA’s President Dr. Ken Merckel, and Clinton River Watershed Ecologist Matt Einheuser.
WE WILL ALSO HAVE OUR ANNUAL SWAP MEET, SO BRING OUT YOUR GOODIES, AND SET UP A TABLE!!!! ANNNND MATT LUBAWAY
WILL BE DOING ROD TIP REPAIRS, SO BRING YOUR RODS WITH BROKEN TIPS!
The line up for Aprils general Membership Meeting is as follows-- not needing an introduction is MSSFA's
President Dr. Ken Merckel. We all know this man and the hard work he puts into this organization. He'll be
talkin a little on this Aquaculture which is the next huge hurdle we are crossing followed with some answers to your questions.
Dr. Merckel has fished and hunted all of his life and joined the Thumb Chapter of the Michigan Steelhead
and Salmon Fishermen’s Association in 1985. Dr. Merckel served the Thumb Chapter as vice president
for six years and president for two years. He has served as the chapter’s state director to MSSFA since
1991. During his tenure on MSSFA’s board he has fostered collaborative relationships with the MDNR,
Michigan Sea Grant, Great Lakes Science Center and United States Fish & Wildlife Service. He has successfully worked through MSSFA to secure funding for the MDNR hatchery renovation, increased the rod
limit to three per person and five salmon per person limit on the Great Lakes and continues to improve the
fishery through his work as a member of the Lake Huron Citizens Fishery Advisory Committee of the
MDNR.
Next we have Matt Einheuser who is the Watershed Ecologist for Clinton River Watershed Council. Matt will
bring us up to date on one of the rivers in our back yard that some of us fish. Matt joined CRWC in 2015. Previously, Matt worked as a conservation technician working with landowners and the agricultural community to
address natural resource concerns and water quality issues. He also has a background involving work in fisheries and hydrologic modeling. Matt received his B.S. in Fisheries and Wildlife from Michigan State University. In
addition he received a M.S. from MSU in Crop and Soil Sciences, studying the effects of land-use change on
stream health.As the watershed ecologist, Matt is responsible for the coordination of the organization’s technical
needs through data collection, ecology, and field research. He manages CRWC’s Ecological Application and
Assessment Program, coordinates Clinton River Coldwater Conservation Projects, and assists with Adopt-AStream research data and training. In his free time, Matt enjoys hunting, fishing, camping, and overall spending
time outdoors.
Before the meeting which will be starting an hour early so the members can set up is our very own
swap meet. Clean out your fishin room, grab a table and get rid of that equipment you no longer use.
THE METRO-WEST STEELHEADERS MEET THE FIRST TUESDAY OF EVERY MONTH AT 7pm
Open to all members and public
LIVONIA SENIORS CENTER AT THE SOUTHEAST ORDER OF FARMINGTON ROAD AND FIVE MILE ROAD 15218 FARMINGTON RD, LIVONIA, MI 48154.
If you have any questions, contact Mark Platt Email: mcplatt4565@gmail.com or ph: 248-672-5440
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NEWSLETTER DEADLINE
Please submit all contributions for the May newsletter by:
April 15th - Submissions after this date cannot be accepted.
Do you have an announcement, information, or story, for club members?
Contact: Adam Trenz, Editor at (810) 569-4184 or adamtrenz@gmail.com
BIG FISH 2016!
Big Fish Coordinator: Karen Westphal
The 2016 Big Fish contest is underway! All existing members need to be entered by THIS MEETING - April! All new members have
30 days from join date to sign-up!
The cost is $5.00 for the biggest fish in each category, and $5.00 for the biggest fish caught over all for the year (Jackpot). The categories are: Walleye, Lake Trout, Brown Trout, Steelhead Trout, King, Coho, and Atlantic Salmon.
You can also send your entry to “Big fish Contest”, 32160 W. 11 Mi. Rd. Farmington Hills, Mi 48336. Make your check payable to Karen Westphal with
“Big Fish” in the memo portion of your check. You can find the Big Fish Rules within this newsletter.
The 2015 Big Fish awards will be presented alongside the 2015 Captain of the Year, Crewman of the Year, and River Angler of the Year awards at
the February 2016 meeting.
Good luck to everyone!
Karen Westphal
CONSERVATION PLEDGE
I give my pledge as an American to save and faithfully to defend from waste
the natural resources of my country;
its air, soil, and minerals; its forests, waters, and wildlife.
Ben East, 11-9-1937
Michigan United Conservation Clubs
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METRO-WEST STEELHEADERS 2016 CALENDAR
APR.
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Huron River Tournament
General Membership Meeting
Clinton River Tournament
Detroit River Walleye Tournament
Brown Trout Tournament Manistee w TCAS
Muskegon River Tournament
Brown Trout Tournament Ludington w TCAS
Chair: Tim Tenbush
Chair: Bill and Melissa Gagnon
Chair: Zawacki/Ringer
Chair: Dave Novelli
Chair: Eric Braden/Dave Hutton
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General Membership Meeting
Toledo Beach Memorial Walleye Tourn. w/ HV
Benton Harbor Salmon Tournament
Kelley’s Island Walleye Tournament w HV
Chair: Larry Tabaka
Chair: Chris Thompson/Kruszewski
Chair: Phil and Dennis Kelley
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4&5
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General Membership Meeting
Lake Erie Walleye Tournament - Sat w/HV
Kids Fishing Outing at Kensington Park
Walleye Tournament (Saginaw Bay or L. Erie)
Chair: Jeff Kruszewski
Chair: Brad Allan/ Jim Robertson
Chair: Fabian Sepulveda
JUL.
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9
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Erieau Tournament - Erieau, Canada Mid-Week (Could move to 8/25)
Erieau Tournament – Erieau, Canada (Could move to 8/27)
Saginaw Bay Walleye Tournament (If Erieau moves to August)
Manistee River Cleanup Day
Club Summer Picnic
Clinton River Cleanup Day
Ludington Salmon Tournament w TCAS
Ludington Salmon Tournament w TCAS
Ludington Salmon Tournament w TCAS
Chair: Clyde Schoen
Chair: Chris Christoph/Ron Bellemore
Chair: Bill Gagnon/Larry Tabaka
Chair: Roger Hinchcliff
Chair: Mark Davis
Chair: Adam Trenz
Chair: Gale Frazee/Tom Abdelnour
Chair: Mark Platt/Dave Zawacki
Chair: Dave Zawacki/Ted Ringer
AUG.
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General Membership Meeting
Salmon Tournament – Manistee w TCAS
Salmon Tournament – Manistee w TCAS
Salmon Tournament – Frankfort w TCAS/HV
Salmon Tournament – Holland w Holland/TCAS
Betsie River Tournament
Chair: Eric Braden/Bill Gagnon
Chair: Chris Christoph/Henry Nabors
Chair: Tom Hesch/Bill Dodge
Chair: Larry Tabaka
Chair: Mike Cortis
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General Membership Meeting
Salmon Tournament – Frankfort w TCAS
Manistee River Tournament w TCAS
Chair: Mike Hartrick
Chair: Mark and Laurie Lewallen
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Ohio Steelhead Alley (include Elk Creek P.A.)
General Membership Meeting
Huron Walleye Tournament w HVS
Muskegon River Tournament
Chair: Jim Robertson
Chair: Bob Thomas
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5
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General Membership Meeting
Captain/Crew/River Angler 2017 Calendar Mtg
River Tournament Manistee w Det. S
Pere Marquette River (Flies Only Section) w TCAS
Chair: Mark Platt
Chair: Phil Bustos
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CHRISTMAS PARTY
MAY
JUN.
SEP.
OCT.
NOV.
DEC.
Chair: Phil Bustos
Chair: Phil Bustos
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HURON RIVER TOURNAMENT, APRIL 2, 2016
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Event Chairman: Phil Bustos
On Saturday April 2, 2016 the Huron River event will be the second river tournament of the 2016 season.
WHEN:
LOCATION:
TIME:
WEIGH-IN:
RULES:
Saturday, April 2, 2016
Huron River: from the dam in the city of Flat Rock to Lake Erie.
Sunrise to 5:00pm
Huroc Park: Arsenal Rd. and Huron River Dr., Flat Rock, MI. 48174, 5:00pm
C.P.R. (Catch Photo & Release) encouraged OR bring fish to weigh, one legal man limit either way; 3 Steelhead 18”
or greater
There will be no general membership meeting before the event so if you are planning on attending please contact the River Chairmen
for this Tournament. There will be no charge for the tournament and you will receive points towards River Angler Of the Year Award
(RAOYA). After the Tournament we will meet for a meal at Baldo’s Restaurant, 20051 Telegraph Rd., Romulus, MI. 48174, 734 4790100.
The Huron River is close to home and is stocked annually with over 60,000 Steelhead.
call: Tim Tenbusch at 248-840-2205. Be sure you're covered!
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CLINTON RIVER STEELHEAD TOURNAMENT AND PUBLIC OUTING
Submitted by Tim Tenbusch, Event Chairman
Please accept this invitation to join Metro West
Steelheaders, Clinton River Watershed Council
and, City of Rochester Hills for the Clinton River
Steelhead Outing on Saturday, April 9th. This
important civic event heralds the arrival of springtime in Michigan and showcases the economic vitality and quality of life in our local communities that we enjoy because of our precious water resources.
It all takes place at Yates Park, where Avon Road crosses the Clinton River at Dequindre
Road, and begins with a morning of fishing. There will be ample parking, thanks to the generous participation by Yates Cider Mill.
We recognize your role as an important community/civic stakeholder. Join us for a look at
all the interest and activity that the steelhead spawning run generates each and every
spring with the return of the Great Lakes steelhead to the Clinton River. Although it has been a designated fishery managed by the Michigan Department of Natural Resources Fisheries Division for more than 20 years, the Yates site remains
little-known and under-appreciated beyond a rather small circle of anglers.
The purpose of this event is to raise awareness and appreciation for the recreation and tourism value of the river. Event
sponsors will present a variety of angling and conservation sessions. Arrive early and enjoy hot coffee and pastry; Metro
West Steelheaders will serve hot soup, hot dogs and chips mid-day. Metro West Members, Remember to bring a can of:
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Chicken or Vegatable soup to add to the club pot of soup (no cream varieties)
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The Club provides everything else.
Metro West Steelheaders Club, City of Rochester Hills, and Clinton River Watershed Council … work together on this
event. It is a great way to shake off your cabin fever and experience a very exciting piece of Mother Nature right here in
our own backyard. The public is welcome from 9 am until 1 pm.; member tournament - daylight to noon.
Bring your fishing equipment and waders, if you are so inclined, or just your interest and a camera. Feel free to bring your
family and friends. If nature’s timing and weather conditions are right, you will get the chance to experience first-hand the
thrill of watching an 8-pound steelhead trout leap the falls at Yates Park.
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Fly Fishing Demonstration
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Center Pin Demonstration
Tim Tenbusch
Ken Elwert
Matt Einheuser
Metro West Steelheaders Club
City of Rochester Hills
Clinton River Watershed Council
Outing Chair
Director Parks & Forestry
Watershed Ecologist
248 840 2205
248.841.2552
248.601.0606
parks@rochesterhills.org
matt@crwc.org
www.rochesterhills.org
www.crwc.org
MrTTenbusch@yahoo.com
www.metroweststeelheaders.org
We hope to see you on the river next month. No
RSVP is necessary. For additional information,
just give one of us a call.
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MANISTEE BROWN TROUT TOURNAMENT APRIL 23, 2016
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Submitted by Event Chairmen Dave Zawacki and Ted Ringer
Two great Tourneys for one days Fishing off the Beaches of Manistee Michigan.
Metro West:
Invite: Captains Ted Ringer of the “Fish Eye” and Dave Zawacki of the “Salty Dog” will be co-chairing the “3nd Annual ” Big Lake Brown Trout Tourney, on Saturday 4/23/16. This event will be held in conjunc-tion with our good friends Paul & Darcy Stewart of the “Lake Shore Motel” in Manistee.
You can participate in one, but we highly recommend both tourneys. There will be one fee for the MWS Tourney ($5/ Man and $10 for Big Fish, per
boat) and a second fee for the Lake Shore event. Both weigh in’s will be held at the Lake Shore Motel, adjacent to the South Pier, in the port of Manistee. This will be a Big Lake Event, with points being awarded for “Captain of the Year”. Note: Our Pier and Beach members can still participate by
entering the Lake Shore Motel event (See below).
Big Lake, Brown Trout fishing early in the Spring is usually done by long line trolling stick baits & spoons in the shallows, just off the second & third
troughs, along the beaches. This can be a big plus because you can hide in tight along the bluffs from offshore winds and still have a great day of
fishing. If the winds do play into leaving port, we have fished the harbors and adjacent lakes of Manistee, Ludington and Frankfort, as well. This is a
“Brown trout” Tourney, but the weigh in will count for any combination of one person’s legal limit of Brown Trout, Steel Head, Coho Salmon, King
Salmon, or Lake Trout. The “Big Fish” contest will be for the biggest “Brown Trout”. There will be no food provided at the Weigh-in, but a Banquette
will be held for those participating in the Lake Shore event, later that evening. Note: A separate entry applies, payable at the Lake Shore Motel by
10PM on Friday 4/22/16 (See Below). The Lake Shore Motel is offering special room rates for this event: Single Accommodation/Bed @ $54/night,
Double Accommodation/Beds @ $59/night. There is a $5/person adder for extra folks.
Details & Rules : MWS Details MWS Rules MWS Liability Waiver
Lake Shore Motel:
Invite: The Lake Shore Motel is sponsoring its 25th Annual Spring Brown Trout Tournament. The Lake Shore Tourney is an every man for himself
event, so each man weighs his best (one) fish for each allowable species (Brown Trout, Steelhead, Lake Trout & Salmon). Your weight in each category then earns your place for trips to the prize table. You may fish anywhere in Michigan waters. The first place Brown gets his name on the coveted
“Lake Shore” cup and gets to keep it until next year’s event. A raffle ticket is issued when you register. This ticket is used for a drawing of the prize
money at the end of the event (Vs. payout by place. Gives everybody a chance to get involved). The Lake Shore Motel Tourney has a $25 entry fee,
payable in cash, at the Motel office, by 10PM on Friday 4/22/16. The comradery at this event is awesome. I was invited for the first time almost 10
years ago and believe this to be a great kick off to the season, with a bunch of excellent fisherman!
Please send all RSVP’s to Ted Ringer or Dave Zawacki by 2 PM Monday 4/18/16, to allow Dave & Paul time to finalize Banquette Planning.
Ted Ringer Contact Info: E-Mail: tedringer@buckeye-express.com (C): (419) 704-5355
Dave Zawacki contact info: E-mail zavotski@aol.com (C) : (419) 343-6567
From the Lakeshore Publication:
The 25th Annual Spring Brown Trout Tournament
Entry:
The 2016 Brown Trout Tournament will be held on Saturday, April 23rd in Manistee, Michigan. It costs $25.00 to enter and must be paid in full by
10:00PM Friday, April 22nd, 2015. You may enter in the lobby of the Lakeshore Motel. Payment must be in cash. Cash & merchandise prizes will be
determined by the number of entries in each category. Monetary prizes will be raffled off at the end of the night, before the 50:50 drawing. You will
not be awarded prize money for any fish entered, but you will receive a pick from the prize table.
Rules:
1. You may start fishing at 5:30AM April 23rd, 2016
2. You may fish anywhere in Michigan waters.
3. Only "Legal" fishing methods may be used. (No Snagging!)
4. You must bring your fish to the weigh-in between 4:00PM & 4:30PM Saturday, April 23rd, 2016 at the Lake Shore Motel in Manistee, MI.
5. The largest Brown Trout by weight will win the tournament. A flip of the coin will serve as a tie-breaker.
6. The committee will handle all necessary decisions and they will be final.
7. You may enter only 1 (one) fish in each category: Brown Trout, Steelhead, Lake Trout and Salmon.
Contact Paul at Lake Shore Motel for lodging & tournament info.
101 Lakeshore Dr. S
Manistee, MI 49660
231-723-2667
Looking forward to seeing you there.
Paul Stewart, Bud Konczal & Darren Kirk
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LUDINGTON BROWN TROUT TOURNAMENT APRIL 30, 2016 steelheaders
Submitted by Eric Braden, Port Captain
On April 30th Captain Dave Hutton of the Fish Stix & myself will be co-chairing, the 1st annual MWS, TCAS & HVSC Ludington
Brown Trout Tourney. Ludington will be the second of three consecutive Brown Trout tourney’s to kick off the Lake Michigan Spring
fishing season. Metro-West will be hosting this event with an open invite to the Traverse City & Huron Valley Michigan Steelheader
chapters. Harborview Marina has confirmed that they will be open and dockage will be available. Abrahamson’s has confirmed that
indoor storage will be available for those captain’s that would like to store their boats, rather than trailering home & back between the
three events. I will be resuming communications early in April, so let me know how I can help in making Dock or Storage reservations (More info to follow). Please contact Dave Hutton for sign up and to let us know the number of crew for food prep planning.
Contact Info:
Tourney Reservations: Dave Hutton dave.hutton789@gmail.com C:(248) 408-1704
Dock or storage Reservations: Eric Braden eric.braden@bp.com C: (419) 344-2541
DETROIT RIVER WALLEYE TOURNAMENT APRIL 16, 2016
Submitted by Bill Gagnon, Port Captain
It's time to get your Walleye on!! Detroit River Walleye Tournament is fast approaching. Saturday April 16, is just around the corner. If you are interested in fishing this tourney please send me the following information via
email. I will need your name, boat name and how many crew will be on your
boat. MWS rules apply; in light of last years troubles, with getting boats
launched at Elizabeth Park, you may launch anywhere on the river. One hour
before day light. Fish Call at 9:00 AM sharp channel 72. Weigh In will be at
Elizabeth Park at 2:00 pm.
Cost will be $10 per person, and $10 per boat for big fish. There will also be a
sign up sheet at the April meeting. I will not be able to attend as I will be working, but see my wife Melissa. Any questions please email me.
My email is: rosebud8403@yahoo.com
Fish ON
Bill Gagnon
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MEMBERSHIP RENEWALS
Submitted by Henry Nabors, Membership Director
Please see me at the General meeting to pay your dues. You can renew by cash, check or credit card. If you do not
plan to be at the meeting, please mail a check or credit card info to MWS, 1689 Norfolk, Birmingham, MI 48009 or call
credit card info to 248 225 4964. The Expiration date is YY MM.
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Baker
Bissell
Bolton
Bronner
Burcar
Bustos
Cast
Cerretani
Ciurzenski
Clark
Cortis
Daniely
Frith
Geissel
Gordon
Harlow
Hartrick *
Hinchcliff
Holmes
Hoyer
King
Kipp
Kopja
Kozian
Lengyel
Liparoto
Lubaway
Macek
Dave
Karl
Fred
Chris
Joseph
Phil
John
Jim
Bill
Evan
Mike
Dale
Michael
Les
Stephen
Dean
Mike
Roger
Dan
Todd
Bill
Ernie
Ray
Jeff
John
Dominic
Matt
Ken
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Platt
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Terry
Bob
Nick
Bob
Ron
Neil
Cassandra
Reames
Ringer
Rost
Ruggles
Sands
Schoonover
Sheeran
Shepard
Sheremeta
Simko Jr.
Staniszewski
Thomas
Tripp
van Leijenhorst
Vandeberg
Warsow
White
Yoo
Zawacki *
Marshal
Ted
Matthew
Greg
Richard
James
Margaret
Bob
Greg
George
Dave
Bob
James
Devy
Leonard
Greg
Len
Jim
Dave
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TIME TO UPDATE! WANTED! BIG STEELHEAD & KING SALMON FOR
DISPLAY MOUNT UPDATES! GET YOUR TROPHY MOUNTED AT NO COST TO
YOU!
The Plan:
Jeff Bustos is heading up the effort to replace the clubs current Steelhead display mount. During the January 2014 Board Meeting Jeff made the pitch
for three new mounts. At the May 2014 Board Meeting funding was approved for Taxidermy and transport cases for one fish. Funding for the remaining two proposed mounts will be reviewed and approved as the process progresses in 2015. A Taxidermist has been selected to provide “skin on”
mounts, for a Winter Male Steel head (Pink/Red Cheeks), a Summer Big Lake Steelhead and a Summer Big Lake King.
If you decide to “Donate” your fish for update of the MWS Show & Outreach Display’s, here is
what you get:
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Bragging Rights!!
Your name w/ date caught & weight, will be engraved on a brass tag located on the display
base.
Criteria:
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All submittals must be in good condition (No broken backs, prop or lamprey marks…
please).
Sammy Steelhead is being retired!
Winter River Male (Pink/Red Cheeks): Minimum Weight (Close to): 14 Lbs
Summer Big Lake Steelhead: Minimum Weight (Close to): 14 Lbs
Summer Big Lake King: Minimum Weight (Close to): 27 Lbs [Silver phase only]
Note: 1) Selection will be based on a first come first served basis, except where more than one fish may be available. If more than one fish is
submitted, say at a MWS event, then the “Better Looker” will be selected, 2) Minimum Weights: We want a “Big Fish”, but also want a mount
ready for the 2016 shows, so if you get a 12.5# Steely, or a 25# King, send a Pic to Jeff for a ruling (May be accepted).
What to do:
1.
2.
3.
Confirm weight of Fish.
Take a picture and send it to Jeff Bustos ASAP for a ruling (accept/decline) and so he can get word into the Taxidermist to coordinate pick
up & drop times.
Wrap the fish, with fins laying naturally flat in a SOAKED
bath/beach towel. And place into garbage bag with as
much air removed as possible. Keep the fish on ice, or
place into freezer. Most importantly, LAY FLAT when on
ice/freezing.
Field Care Guidelines:
Any questions, call Jeff Bustos at (734) 968-6143, or E-Mail at gotfish101@wowway.com
UPDATE!
We have the first considered submission! Lucas Kenbeek has donated a 12.6 lb, 36” Female
Skamania Steelhead! A final decision will not be made until we see what the rest of the year
brings!
So if you catch a nice fish, follow the care instructions above and contact Jeff Bustos immediately!
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2016 MEMBER SERVICE AWARDS PROGRAM
Submitted by Henry Nabors
The 2016 Member Service Program will recognize members for the work they do for the Club. The Member Service program
awards points for being involved with the activities to help the Club grow; produce income, support conservation/civic projects
and events that make the club fun.
There will be nine winners - 1st Prize: two winners of MSSFA/MWS memberships ($40 value); 2nd Prize: two winners of MSSFA memberships ($35 value)
and 3rd Prize: five winners of $15 toward membership dues.
Point Awards:
Kids Outing Chair
6
Comedy Club Chair
Show Chairman
Christmas Party Coordinator
Christmas Party
Assistant Coordinator
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6
6
Show Booth Workers (per 3 hours)
1
Winners will be selected by a random drawing:
Assistance Club above events
1
1st Prizes:
Top 3 candidates
Big Fish Coordinator
Kids Camp Coordinator
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6
2nd Prizes:
Top 5 candidates
Food Service for the year
3
3rd Prizes:
Top 10 candidates
Raffle Coordinator
Cooler Raffle Coordinator
50/50 Raffle Coordinator
A member can win a maximum of $40 in memberships from all award programs - Apparel Sales
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For 2016, points will be awarded for the services listed. The Chairperson for the
event will provide the names of members that assisted with the event. Family
members that assist will get points for the member as well.
ie, the Membership Challenge; the $1000 Income Award Challenge, etc. Mem- Port Captain (Co = 4 each)
bers winning other awards will not be included in the candidates included in the (Max 8 pts for year)
drawing. Contact a Board Member if there are services that should be added or if River Chair
you have questions.
Club Picnic Coordinator
Board Recognized Service
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6
3
3
1
If you have a question about the points you are awarded, contact the event Chair - not the score keeper. Henry Nabors will track the points
awarded by the event chairs and the Board. Periotic summary reports will be distributed by email. The Drawing for the awards will be made by
Board Members after the first of the year and announced by email and newsletter.
JIM’S CANVAS & UPHOLSTERY
“Creations and Renovations”
Services: Bimini tops, BOOTS, bow/boat covers, boat seats/cushion upholstery and vinyl
window replacement. Vast selection of materials available.
Photo album portfolio available.
Supplies: Boat vents, adjustable 24”x48” stanchion pols, marine zippers, vinyl cleaner, snaps
(your choice of colors) and UV bonded threads.
Phone: (734) 326-2694
34840 Hunter
Westland, MI 48185
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NEW MEMBERS AND MEMBERSHIP CHALLENGE UPDATE
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Submitted by Henry Nabors
New members are shown in the table. There have been thirty two new members join Metro West Steelheaders since the
beginning of the year! The sponsors have been working very hard to introduce our new members to Metro West and our many
activities. Note the hometowns and see if there is a new member near you. Give them a call and offer to share a ride to the
meetings or a club event!
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Arnt
Bennett
Biess
Casterline
Costello
Gagnon
Gagnon III
Garcia
Garcia
Kokkatt
New Membership Challenge is in full swing. Kolody
For the first three months of the year there
Kurtz
are seventeen Members that have sponsored
Layher
new members. Seven members have recruitLim
ed two or more new members - Gale Frazee, Ludwig
John Lengyel, Clyde Schoen, Gary Towns, Mitchell
Chris Christoph, Bill Gagnon II and Henry Morris
Nabors.
Mortimes
New Members, if you want to find your sponsor at the meetings, see me and I’ll help you
find them. Welcome to Metro West Steelheaders!! Now it is time to get involved. Do
remember that you can invite friends and
family to join the club and then you become a
sponsor and be entered in the New Member
Challenge and eligible to win a prize.
Myers
Pontoni
Shows have provided most of the opportuni- Robinette
ties to recruit new members (UFS - 8; ODR - Robinette
7, NBS - 8; Family and Friends - 5) The Met- Ross
ro West Show booth provided access to over
115 new friends that will now have access to Simlar
the monthly newsletter. Thanks to all the Sweeney
members and their families that worked in Toffolo
the booth and shared their fishing stories with Traver
so may Michigan Anglers! We hope they will Walker
Wisniewski
visit Metro West and become members!!
Wright
Young
First
Tim
Ken
Augie
Roxanne
Chris
Melissa
Bill
Benito
Jaime
Tony
Richard
City
Redford
White Lake
Dearborn
Northville
Farmington Hills
Garden City
Garden City
Redford
Livonia
Northville
Wayne
Show/Place of Intro
Family Member
Sponsor
Hutton, Dave
Nabors, Henry
Nabors, Henry
Gagnon, Melissa
Frazee, Gale
Gagnon II, Bill
Gagnon II, Bill
ODR 16
Towns/ Wisniewski
ODR 16
Schoen, Clyde
Nabors, Henry
Brian
Brody
Jae Don
Barry
Bill
Mel
Robert
Jacob
Jordan
Ken
William
Finnegan
Taylor
Grass Lake
Bellville
Dexter
East Point
Canton
Canton
Farmington Hills
Livonia
Lake Orion
Clinton Twp
Northville
UFS 16
Cathleen
Jason
Jason
Kirk
Marshall
Trevor
Kevin
Jack
Milford
Royal Oak
Lake Orion
Williamston
Livonia
West Bloomfield
Howell
Hazel Park
ODR 16
ODR 16
NBS 16
General Meeting
Friend/UFS 14
DBS 12/UFS 13
NBS 18
Prior member 2008/
ODR 16
Lengyel, John
Hoyer, Ellen
Nabors, Henry
NBS 18
Towns, Gary
UFS 16
Braden/Schoen
UFS 16
Grech, Robert
NBS 16
Arnt, Tim
NBS 18
Cheshure, Denny
NBS 16
Frazee, Gale
UFS 16
Christoph, Chris
UFS 16
UFS 16 & Gen Mtg 12 Schoen, Clyde
Towns, Gary
UFS 16
Casterline,
Roxanne
Family Member
Hart, John
NBS 16
Nabors, Henry
Field & Stream Store
Hart/Frazee
NBS 16
Traver, Marc
Family Member
Lengyel, John
UFS 16
Nabors, Henry
MSSFA
Lengyel/Grish
ODR 16
Christoph, Chris
ODR 16
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OUT-DOOR-RAMA REPORT
steelheaders
Event Chairman: Mark Platt
After chairing these shows for apx. 10 years, starting out with the Ultimate Fishing Show than switching over to Out-Door-Rama I'm
stepping down so as to start practicing for retirement. We do need some of the newer members to step up and help out with some of
these club functions seeing how we 're one of the better clubs out there but getting there and staying there takes a little work. I will
mentor anybody that wants to try it, actually it's pretty easy.
Enough business cause the show must go on and indeed it did. Once again we got many kids to put away those silly video games
cause we got them hooked on fishin with our fish simulator.The show was a huge success with a lot of help coming from our members
but the special one being Hermann Christoph again, Chris covers the first half of the show while I'm working, than I cover the last half. Also he helps out with the other
two shows SOOOO many thanks Chris ! Another special one or one's is Jeff and Phil Bustos, these two guys take care of and deliver and take down the fish simulator
plus the sound system at the shows and meetings so many
thanks to you guys also. Not but least is Henry with his
magical fingers making that computer do what he needs it to
do (not an easy task) in sending out all the club info,schedules or whatever else we need to put the show on,
thank you.
Besides the smiles we put on all those kids, we also
signed up 7 new members plus 2 old ones. It did take 44
members to put this show on (best turnout ever) so many
thanks to all that helped. We also signed up many kids for a
chance to go too MUCC camp, a raffle we have every year
to determine who the lucky ones are that get to go to this
camp at our expense. Last year I believe we sent 18 kids to
camp learning how to hunt, fish, canoe, and just enjoy our
wonderful outdoors.
Good Time had by all!
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FIELD AND STREAM SPRING FISHING KICKOFF EVENT - MWS MEETINGsteelheaders
THE PUBLIC
Submitted by Henry Nabors
Metro West Steelheaders was invited to participate in the
Field & Stream Spring Fishing Kickoff event on Sunday
March 20th. We were offered a donation of $100 to participate and talk about Metro West Steelheaders’ fishing in
Michigan. Tim Tenbusch, John Andersen, Gale Frazee and Matt Lubaway and I
manned our table in the middle of the F&S Fishing Department where Club Member Jason Sweeney is Department Manager. During John’s time at the table, he tied flies and talked with visitors. All of us talked about Metro
West and the fishing we do around the State. There was a lot of talk about the steelhead being caught in the
Clinton River at
this time. Jason
share his success stories with
many of our visitors - and a few
visitors share
there success
stories with us. Five of our visitors joined Metro West and many of the visitors indicated they would come to the
General meeting on April 5th or visit us on April 9th at the Clinton River Outing. We added twenty seven new
newsletter recipients to our distribution list. They wanted to learn more about our club.
We distributed calendar cards, club information and Coast Guard boating information provided by our Coast
Guard friends - Clyde Schoen and Anthony Mallia. Over forty CG
coloring books were given to the children that visited (or to parents/grandparents if the children were not with them). Thanks
CG!! The boating safety information was appreciated as well.
The materials and coloring books will be available at future MWS
events - including the Clinton river outing April 9th and the Kids
Outing on June 11th.
We were in a competition with the St Clair River Walleye Club
for the most votes to win an additional
Last
First
City
Sponsor
Show/Place of Intro
F&S donation of $250 to the club. MWS Adlen
Jacob
Roseville
Andersen/Nabors
Field & Stream Store
had 120 votes and SCRW had 170. It
Coleman Paul
Detroit
Nabors, Henry
Field & Stream Store
Howell
Michael
Washington
Nabors, Henry
was fun talking to our Walleye friends
MSSFA via Mail
Roy
Livonia
Frazee/Nabors
Field & Stream Store
and to the public about fishing for wall- Howell
Tenbusch/Nabors
Merkcle
Robert
Rochester
Hills
eye vs trout and salmon. Yes, MWS
Field & Stream Store
Rene
Fowlerville
fishes for walleye and we let everyone Michele
Towns, Gary
Gary Towns talk at
know!! Field & Stream awarded MWS a Money
William
White Lake
Lubaway/Nabors
Field & Stream Store
total of $200 for our participation in the
days event! Thanks to Phil Ozbun, F & S Outdoor Department Manager, for including Metro West in this
event!!
Meet our new members that joined Metro West this last week. Look forward to greeting them at the April 5th
General Meeting!!
We now have 225 members!
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WHEN PREPARATION MEETS OPPORTUNITY
steelheaders
Submitted by Roger Hinchcliff
What if I told you 80% of your FISH are caught from home? Many things can
influence how much water a river gets every season. The rising river flow will
impact the river’s clarity, the water levels and even temperature. Those factors
can most certainly affect your fishing success, what tactics you use and where
the fish will be. A quick rain shower or rain storms, snowmelt, openings of the
dams, and even tributary activity will impact the current river conditions.
Here in Michigan, the winters of 2013 and 2014 were the worst in 130 years.
Because of the abnormally cold water temperatures and the increased flows
some rivers and creeks saw very few fish. While other rivers had better runs
than years past. Some rivers had runs that lasted well into June. Remember
folks these fish do not have to run up a river. Just because you fished that
river last year at that time doesn’t mean it will fish this time. Only the right
conditions will bring you a good steelhead run. Hence, why you need all the
right info to help you predict where to fish and when they will be there?
Don’t even think of heading out until you have done all your homework. At a
minimum get the river-level information at least. In the springtime, that’s when
conditions can change overnight, and blow everything out very quickly. By
knowing what rivers are in shape to fish can save you a lot of grief and money.
There are many Web sites like USGS and River Boss, and they are always updated.
Take advantage of today’s technology and the use of your smartphone. I personally
love to use the Fishead App. It’s the best $7.00 you will ever spend. Your favorite
rivers can be programmed and everything is at my fingertips at a moment’s notice
including the weather by the hour and moon phase.
By knowing the flows and the water temperature through a system you can predict
how you fish and where. By
checking NOAA’s National
Weather Service and
knowing the water temps in
the Great Lakes you can
actually predict when your
favorite river will get a run
of fish. Every river has its own run clock. If the river temps are warmer than the big lake
temperatures and you have the right winds along with increased flows, means the fish are
coming. Depending on when those events took place that will determine where the fish will
be either high or low within the system.
Want to fish a new river? Never been there? No worries now that you know when the fish
are coming, your next search should be on google maps. Locate the darker river water on
your computer or right from your phone. Look for any dark holes, steep gradient areas,
bends, downed trees, boat launches or even bridges. Where ever there is a bridge the fish
will be there. Take advantage of technology and plan your trip from home. By knowing
what’s going before you even leave your house that will put you ahead of the game.
Bottom line you need a game plan before you even leave the house and remember Luck is what happens when preparation meets opportunity.
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METROWEST CHAPTER, MSSFA BOARD MEETING MINUTES 2/16/2016
Submitted by MWS Secretary Mark Davis
Attendees: Eric Braden, Matt Lubaway, Mark Davis, Brad Allan, Adam Trenz, Roger Hinchcliff, Robert Grech, Melissa Gagnon, Mark Platt, Tim
Tenbush, Robert Grech
Absent: Henry Nabors, Larry Tabaka, Jim Robertson (all excused)
Guest: Carmen Zirles, Karen Wesphal
President, Larry Tabaka absent : Mark Platt called the meeting to order at 7:00 pm.
Vice President, Mark Platt : Guest speakers: Dakota Outdoors in March. Ken Merkle guest in April. Swap meet in April. At this point no
line winding machine is available Matt Lubaway will be doing rod tip repair.
Secretary, Mark Davis: Minutes emailed 2/16/16. Melissa Gagnon moved to approve minutes by email 2/17, I seconded the motion. Motion
passed with 7 positive votes on 2/23. Mark Davis will miss next general meeting, ie no hotdogs.
Treasurer, Melissa Gagnon: Report reviewed by email, Matt Lubaway moved to approve, Eric Braden seconded. Discussion and vote to be
taken by email.
Membership, Henry Nabors: Absent, Excused. Henry submitted the following reports by email:
2015 Membership Service Award Winners
2015 Membership Challenge Award Winners
2016 Membership Challenge Program
2016 Membership Service Award Program Proposal and Board choice of winner selection.
Membership Status Report. Mark Davis will attach them.
MSSFA Rep, Eric Braden: Next MSSFA Mtg is 17 Feb. MSSFA is still unable to conduct their raffle program as they do not have a structure
that complies with the Michigan gaming commission. In order to comply they must change how they report and monitor financial matters,
specifically they must have all chapters submit to official financial oversite by the MSSFA board. MSSFA asks that our board vote to approve
giving them financial oversite. After lengthy and inconclusive discussion, Mark Davis moved to table discussion until MWS President is in
attendance. Melissa Gagnon seconded same and it was moved.
MUCC Rep, Matt Lubaway: MUCC has made no resolutions for the net pen issues as of yet. MUCC is concerned that the Agricultural Michigan government departments are trying to take control of decision making on aquaculture and that the DNC should be the organization with
oversite. MUCC is asking us to contact legislators. If questions, ask Matt.
Stream Committee, Roger Hinchcliff: No report.
Brad Allan: Randy’s is confirmed for the Banquet. On track.
Tournaments, Robert Grech: There is no chair for the Huron River Tournament. Adam Trenz will contact Phil Bustos. Mark Platt is chair for
Manistee. Tim Tenbusch chair for the Clinton River.
Fishing Machine and Equipment, Jim Robertson: Excused
Adam Trenz; The deadline for the Newsletter is past for Feb. 15 March for the April newsletter.
Old Business: Matt Lubaway presented a new policy addendum for the MWS Insurance policy that would cover the handling of cash at the
Banquet. Tim Tenbush moved to accept, Adam Trenz seconded, motion carried. President needs to sign.
New Business: Karen Wesphal reported that we need a new tumbler for the raffles. Matt Lubaway moved she be authorized to buy another
tumbler up to $200. Adam Trenz Seconded. Motion passed. Board discussed management of camp scholarships. We stressed to Karen
that she not waste time when dealing with the children’s name pulled from the public raffle. That she give the winner one week to respond
and if no response then that public seat is considered not used and she offer the scholarship to club member kids or other acceptable candidates.
Scholarship opportunities were offered to MWS sponsored Salmon in the Classroom teachers to administer. Karen proposed a fund raiser
for a sick kid she knows. Donations Committee, Carmen and Melissa will work on. Karen wants to borrow banquet buckets for an event she
is doing. Club rules dictate she must have a board member supervise.
Meeting adjourned: Robert Grech motioned to adjourn the meeting at 9:15 pm. So moved.
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Florida Fishing Report
Submitted by Henry Nabors from March 3rd Text Messages from Gary Towns and Friends
Gary Towns (5:11): Caught my best SNOOK ever … a
few hours ago. Tampa Bay. 36 inches and about 20
pounds. GREAT FIGHT!
Jim Robertson (5:18): GOOD FOR YOU. Were you able to keep it? They
are out of season further south. … (8:07) Congratulations Gary, I’m happy for
you.
Henry Nabors (5:29): Outstanding!!!! Nice!!!
Gary Towns (8:05): No … it was too big to keep. There is a very restrictive
slot limit. It was a thrill to catch … fought like a junkyard dog!
Dan Keifer (5:52): Wow. Gary, what a beautiful fish! Way to go! I didn’t know
they still ran that large! What did it hit? Was it ou of the blue, or was it in one
of those “right where they’re supposed to be?
Randy Emery (5:30): Nice snook; congrats!!!
Gary Towns email reply to Dan: Dan asked if this SNOOK was a catch 'by chance' or if he was targeted. Actually, I was on a two-man charter with Capt John Paiva out of Appollo Beach, Fla. We were
fishing primarily for SNOOK, redfish and sea trout. We ended up catching a few of each! We were
using live scaled sardines for bait....they look a lot like alwives. I'd recommend Capt Paiva to anyone
looking for a nice trip in central Tampa Bay. BTW - there are "trout" in the ocean...see pic.
I think we will hear a lot more about this fish over the next several months!!
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QUALITY OF LIFE GROUP ISSUES REPORT ON AQUACULTURE IN THE GREAT LAKES
Submitted by MSSFA Executive Director Dennis Eade
Great news today! The State of Michigan’s Quality of Life Agencies (composed of the MDNR, MDEQ & MDARD) released its final report at noon on
Net-pen Aquaculture in the Great Lakes (http://www.michigan.gov/aquaculture) and the agencies do not recommend pursuing commercial net-pen
aquaculture in the Great Lakes at this time.
Three major reasons were given: “(1) Given the ecological and environmental risks and uncertainties, commercial net-pen aquaculture would pose
significant risks to fishery management and other types of recreation and tourism. Furthermore, both collaborating management interests and tribal nation interests would likely not agree to Michigan moving forward and pose a significant challenge in any attempts to do so. (2) The $3.3 million
to implement a commercial net-pen aquaculture program by the State to protect the public’s interest in the Great Lakes and provide the stated
expected service to the industry are not provided through any conventional funding models available to the QOL agencies. There would need to be
a new funding stream identified for this industry effort to support initial costs as well as the $2.33 million needed annually to monitor and maintain
the program and protection of the state’s resources. This level of public investment for an estimated return of $10 million (under the modeled scenarios for two facilities) does not appear to be a prudent use of the state’s resources at this time. (3) Regulatory authority does not currently exist
to issue registrations for commercial aquaculture in the Great Lakes.”
This report bolsters our position against commercial net-pen aquaculture in the Great Lakes and the legislation being considered in Agriculture Committees of both the State House and Senate. We will continue to monitor how the legislature reacts to this new development and keep you advised.
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BIG FISH RULES AND FORM
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1.
2.
3.
Participant must be a member in good standing, spouse or child of a member of Metro West Steel headers.
The contestant must be registered before the fish is caught.
The entry fee of $5.00 must be paid by the April membership meeting. A new member of Metro West must pay the entry fee within 30 days of
the membership registration date to qualify.
4. Fish must be caught in Michigan waters or during an official Metro West Tournament in Ohio, New York, Pennsylvania, or Canadian waters.
5. Fish must be caught by sport fishing method only. All DNR rules apply. During tournaments outside of Michigan, the local sport fishing rules will
apply.
6. The length of the contest is from Jan. 1st through Dec. 1st 2016. Each entry must be submitted within 30 days of catch. Entry form must be complete with picture attached.
7. Eligible species include Walleye, Coho, Chinook, and Atlantic salmon, Brown or Lake trout, and Steelhead trout.
8. There are two divisions, lake and river; the above species can be entered in either one or the other division, not both!
9. In case of a tie, the first fish entered will win. Post mark on mailed entries will be the entry date. Entries can be mailed to: BIG FISH CONTEST/
32160 W. 11 MI. RD. FARMINGTON HILLS, MI. 48336, OR TO: kclipper2004@yahoo.com.
10. All money will be distributed equally among winning fish.
11. A registered scale with serial number, or the Metro West scale must be used to weigh the fish, and signature of witness must be given.
12. One person may win a maximum of two categories.
Big Fish Jackpot –Separate contest
1. Entry fee $5.00; largest fish wins.
2. All regular Big Fish rules apply except for 8, 10, & 12.
(Prizes will be awarded at the Christmas Party)
April 1st is the deadline for Big Fish sign-ups for existing members.
If you are new to our club, you will have 30 days from your joining date to enter the Big Fish contest. If you cannot make a general membership meeting, but would like to enter the Big fish contest, you can send your entry fee to:
"Big Fish contest"
32160 W. 11 mi. rd.
Farmington Hills Mi. 48336
Existing members entries must be paid no later than the April meeting, new members entries postmarked within 30 days of joining date.
Make sure you write the
check to Karen Westphal, with "Big Fish
contest in the memo
portion of your
check. The fee is $5.00
for the Biggest fish in all
categories, and $5.00
for jackpot, which is the
biggest fish caught over
all. If you don't want to
enter both categories,
please specify which
category you are entering. Most everyone
enters both Big Fish and
Jackpot to increase their
chances to win more
money.
Thank you, Karen Westphal
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“IT PAYS TO BELONG!”
Business / City
Art Van Furniture
Statewide
Batteries Plus
Statewide
Big Papa Sport Fishing
50642 Oregon Novi, 48374
Boat U. S. Insurance
Statewide
Cutco - Independent Authorized Distributor
Statewide
Dunham's Sports
Statewide
Firestone Metro-25
Livonia & Taylor
Fish With Jim Outfitters
Ohio Steelhead Guide
Gordon Food Service
steelheaders
Discount / Web Site / Contact
See MSSFA “It Pays to Belong List “
See MSSFA “It Pays to Belong List “
10% except down riggers and rod holders Big Papa Sport Fishing
http://local.yahoo.com/info-27493394-big-papa-sport-fishing-novi?csz=Novi%2C+MI
$12.50 Membership Due. Use membership # GA83723B
10 - 30% to All Steelheader Members
www.cutcojeff.com
See MSSFA “It Pays to Belong List “
$20.00 off on $200.00 + service.
www.metro25firestone.com
Michigan Steelheaders Discount $50.00 off the total trip price Phone 248-252-1277
www.fishwithjimoutfitters.com
Statewide
Earn discount points for Metro West on your purchases at the cash register. (Just tell the clerk
you are a Metro-West Steelheader Member) www.GFS.com
K & M Marine, Inc
10% off on all merchandise except sale items - Includes engine or trailer parts and labor cost.
14990 Telegraph Road, Redford, MI 48239
www.kandmmarine.com
MC Sports
See MSSFA “It Pays to Belong List “
Major Locations
METRO WEST STEELHEADERS
Livonia
Free: 1) July Family Picnic; 2) Kids Fishing Outing/ Picnic/ Prizes; 3) Chance to win week at
MUCC Camp for family member; 4) Luna Pier Picnic; 5) Family Christmas Party/Kid gifts w
Santa; 6) Monthly Newsletter; 7) Great Lakes Sports Fishing Newspaper - Monthly
Contact Henry Nabors - HHNabors@ameritech.net
MSSFA “It Pays to Belong”
Statewide
http://www.michigansteelheaders.org/stpays_to_belong_image/pays_to_belong.pdf
MUCC Membership
Free if a METRO WEST STEELHEADER, May 1 each year.
Statewide
Richfield RV
See MSSFA Pays to belong List www.michigansteelheaders.org
See MSSFA “It Pays to Belong List “
Statewide
River Raisin Marina & Campground
2502 E. Elm Avenue, Monroe, MI 48161
RX Optical
Statewide
Slamco, Inc.
Internet Sales
Buy One Get One Free Includes campsite, dock and launch.
Call for availability
313 575 4367. See the add in MWS Newsletter
See MSSFA “It Pays to Belong List “
“Slammer Tip-Up”
10 % Discount www.slammertipup.com
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CLASSIFIEDS
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FOR SALE
6 Trailer Tires on Rims – Balanced
Goodride Super ST
ST 225/75 R15 Tubeless, Steelbelt Radials 10 Ply, load Range E
Cottage for Sale
Lakefront cottage on Lake Missaukee.
Furnished 3 bed 1 bath on maintained
private road with sandy beach, dock,
older pontoon and lift. Approx. 840 sq.
ft. $239,000. For more info and pics, e-
1 Tire New, 3 Tires have less than 750 miles, 2 Tires – Good Spares
Package includes 2 hubs, One set of surge brakes, One set of new bearings
$275.00
Clyde Schoen (H) (248)474-3307 (C) (248)892-0315
Big Jon Electric Downrigger with 4-foot Arm - $100
No Rod Holders, 200 feet of cable Contact Bill @ 248-931-2495
For Sale, 60 Hp Johnson Outboard
with Boat & Trailer
Best Offer
1984 22ft Starcraft Mariner Center Console with Trailer
Includes trailer with 5 new tires.
4 Electric Speedtrol downriggers with swivel bases, 150HP ocean (stainless
steel insides) motor with troll plate, 16’ outriggers, rod holders, stationary
and adjustable, 6 foot planer board mast double reel with 3’ double boards
and releases, 330 degree spot/flood light—console control, emergency
beacon light– flashes, lowrance 350ft GPS and fish finder, 10+ salmon rods
and reels, 10+ walleye rods and reels, emergency throw rope, flare gun kit,
life preservers– adult and kids, radio, lures– more salmon and walleye lures
than you could ever use, dodgers, different types of downrigger balls, 4 dipsy rods with lots of divers, lots of misc. fishing gear, ropes, anchors
Motor, 60 Hp Johnson Outboard e/w Remote controls,
New water pump ($250),
Rebuilt Carburetor ($450),
very good propeller
Boat, 16 Ft Silverline, New Lights ($50), New
Bulge Pump ($60)
Contact Larry Dennis (Ducky II) 734-261-9345
Ludington Rental House
Spacious and clean, five bedroom house right on 5,000-acre Hamlin Lake. Swim, fish, or dock
your boat in your own front yard; Launch your small craft right next door; Watch the sunset over
the dunes from your living room. Rent our deck boat or a jet-ski just down the road. Or drive five
miles into downtown Ludington where you will find golf, movie theatres, bowling, go-carts, puttputt golf, Lake Michigan fishing, a wonderful sandy beach, and numerous restaurants, icecream parlors, and shopping. Jim & Carole Maddux 248-360-4838
www.duneviewenterprises.com
Caseville/Sandpoint- Canal Building Lot, 100x150. Steel Seawall. easy access to Saginaw Bay and Lake Huron. Great Fishing...Call Ty Voight at 810-923-0280
Hunting Property -40 Acres, For Sale or Lease -Crawford County, Located off 75N between Roscommon and
Grayling. Call Ty Voigt 810-923-0280
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