FishingCop
Well-known member
Please take the following in the positive spirit it is intended.
Dale Hollow 2009 was barely a success - only 8 or so members actually came out after over 25-30 initially signed up. Jim and I (and a few others) spent considerable time making our first rally a reality, albeit somewhat disappointing with the turnout. Weather, location, time of year, etc., all played a part in who came and who didn't.
Now..... a second rally is proposed. In order for it to be a success, we need to organize a get together that will accommodate most, if not all, the members. To do that, we need to insure flexibility in our selection. A few things that need to be closely considered, IMO, are the following:
Location - something central to all members - Ha, that's impossible. So, perhaps 3-4 locations, alternating each year, that allows the majority of members to participate at least once (maybe more) times each year. BUT, keep the locations central, not isolated from a majority of members.
Several suggestions so far are for "areas" rather than a specific lake????? - an area that offers numerous lakes and/or multiple species found in different areas.????? I'd suggest that it would not be a "group" gathering of TinBoaters?? How could we have social gatherings when everyone is away from the others fishing in different areas??? Forget that - pick one location/lake, that works for us as a group.....
Accommodations: Reasonably priced. Must allow for everyone's participation, i.e., camping, cabins, rental boats/slips, dock space, fish cleaning facilities, etc. A place designed for fishermen, and families (water sports, are not a priority since this is a fishing rally).
Fishing/boating: Of course, a good to excellent fishing lake. IMPORTANT - no restrictions on HP - all boats from electric to big rigs allowed - don't rule out our bigger motor members by a HP limit lake..... but, don't exclude the small boats either - lake should be fish-able by both....
Time - Well, many members have kids in school, many do not (Ha, some of us are retired So.. timing of the event needs to be considered to allow as many members to participate as possible. Holiday weekends are good for kids to come along, but also brings in crowded lakes, higher rental costs, etc. Last year's event in October was a little late in the season and the weather was not optimum... Just a consideration....
So, all this being said, I hope that we can move forward and make our second annual TinBoats rally a success and a foundation for many more successful rally's in the future. The key to success is the willingness for our members to maintain flexibility, open mindedness and work together toward a common goal.
One last thought - I firmly believe that Jim has the final say and decision on this issue - and I'm sure no one disagrees, so, my opinions along with all the others, are merely suggestions and food for thought for his (Jim's) consideration.
Dale Hollow 2009 was barely a success - only 8 or so members actually came out after over 25-30 initially signed up. Jim and I (and a few others) spent considerable time making our first rally a reality, albeit somewhat disappointing with the turnout. Weather, location, time of year, etc., all played a part in who came and who didn't.
Now..... a second rally is proposed. In order for it to be a success, we need to organize a get together that will accommodate most, if not all, the members. To do that, we need to insure flexibility in our selection. A few things that need to be closely considered, IMO, are the following:
Location - something central to all members - Ha, that's impossible. So, perhaps 3-4 locations, alternating each year, that allows the majority of members to participate at least once (maybe more) times each year. BUT, keep the locations central, not isolated from a majority of members.
Several suggestions so far are for "areas" rather than a specific lake????? - an area that offers numerous lakes and/or multiple species found in different areas.????? I'd suggest that it would not be a "group" gathering of TinBoaters?? How could we have social gatherings when everyone is away from the others fishing in different areas??? Forget that - pick one location/lake, that works for us as a group.....
Accommodations: Reasonably priced. Must allow for everyone's participation, i.e., camping, cabins, rental boats/slips, dock space, fish cleaning facilities, etc. A place designed for fishermen, and families (water sports, are not a priority since this is a fishing rally).
Fishing/boating: Of course, a good to excellent fishing lake. IMPORTANT - no restrictions on HP - all boats from electric to big rigs allowed - don't rule out our bigger motor members by a HP limit lake..... but, don't exclude the small boats either - lake should be fish-able by both....
Time - Well, many members have kids in school, many do not (Ha, some of us are retired So.. timing of the event needs to be considered to allow as many members to participate as possible. Holiday weekends are good for kids to come along, but also brings in crowded lakes, higher rental costs, etc. Last year's event in October was a little late in the season and the weather was not optimum... Just a consideration....
So, all this being said, I hope that we can move forward and make our second annual TinBoats rally a success and a foundation for many more successful rally's in the future. The key to success is the willingness for our members to maintain flexibility, open mindedness and work together toward a common goal.
One last thought - I firmly believe that Jim has the final say and decision on this issue - and I'm sure no one disagrees, so, my opinions along with all the others, are merely suggestions and food for thought for his (Jim's) consideration.