Jacksonville Offshore Sport Fishing Club

JOSFC Regular Meeting Minutes

November 3, 2011

Meeting Chaired By: President  - Danny Del Rio

Minutes: Secretary - Patti Kalaitzis

GENERAL ANNOUNCEMENTS    

The meeting was called to order at 8:02pm.
Announced & introduced new members with Tina Proescher as the club’s Photographer
Long time member Brian Hill has been hospitalized ~ Brain surgery with time expect to recover
Ringing out Freddie Roe who passed away Sunday, October 30th to Cancer. Farwell and Following Seas! Freddie’s Memorial will be Thursday, November 10th, 7-9pm. There will also be an announcement in the “Beaches Leader.”
"Luck of the Draw" fun tournament & Fish Fry, Saturday November 5th has been cancelled this week due to rough seas
Great reviews of this year’s Banquet, thanks to Don & Larry!
Crooker Tournament November 11-12th, American Legion
Flea Market November 12th at Pier 17 ~ tables are still available for you to sell your items at no cost to members!
Membership renewal is around the corner
Next meeting is “Pot Luck” ~ Thanksgiving Theme. Two turkeys from Bonos will be provided. Asking members to bring side dishes and/or desserts.
Daylight savings time is Saturday, Nov 6th !

HOSPITALITY    

Dinner prepared by Chef Larry & his helpers ~ Tortellini & Alfredo Sauce for our fine dining experience, with lots of deserts to choose from!

GUEST SPEAKER    

Tom Murray representing Schaeffer Oil Company was our special guest. Schaeffer has been in business since 1839, which started with the steam boat on the Mississippi. Schaeffer usage would be used for wheel bearings on trailers. Normal lubricants or grease has lithium or soap as one of its compounds. However, Schaeffer’s oil has no lithium with a compound of an aluminium base making the grease water resistant/water proof. Visuals were provided with an actual motor display & volunteers.

MEMBERSHIP     

Welcome Brian Necela ~ who joined on-line via JOSFC website!

FISHING REPORTS     <“{{{{>}

Recent Executive Order in progress regarding any body of water touching the ocean will cease fishing inshore and off shore due to economic impact/growth made by Dr. Jane Lubchenco who is under secretary of commerce for oceans and atmosphere and administrator of NOAA since 2009. Nominated by President Obama in December 2008 as part of his "Science Team," she is a marine ecologist and environmental scientist by training, with expertise in oceans, climate change, and interactions between the environment and human well-being.
Forums/mass meetings and petitions are in full force to inform all fishermen of this latest order and its impact on our local fishing.
Get involved by signing up with the Recreational fishing Alliance (RFA) who protects the right of sport fisherman coast to coast. Our representative is rick Hails at Rick’s Bait Tackle.

August 17, 2011 - Wal-Mart announced efforts to help fund the demise of the U.S. fishing industry while working to ensure that the next generation of sportsmen gets less access to coastal resource than at any point in American history. By contributing over $36 million towards marine reserves and catch share programs, the Walton family has turned its back on local fishing communities. “Shopping for fishing equipment at Wal-Mart is contributing directly to the demise of our sport, it’s supporting lost fishing opportunities and decreased coastal access for all Americans,” said RFA’s Jim Donofrio in calling for a national angler boycott of the corporate giant.

Inshore:
Amy Joura       6.3lbs Sheepshead
Jack Ogin Jr.     3.6lbs  Flounder
Jared Ogin          1.8lbs  Croaker
Jack Ogin           3.8lbs Flounder
Butch Orgin    1.3lbs Croaker

Offshore:
No offshore fishing to report due to weather and rough seas

UPCOMING EVENTS    

Christmas Party in December date TBA
JOSFC Swap Meet in January date TBA
12th Annual El Cheap Sheepshead Tournament is February 25th ~ Frank Joura stated it is the largest tournament in Jacksonville with over 1500 persons in the course of the weekend. Looking for business for sponsorship which will cover our 15 placements. Schaeffer has graciously stated they will assist in sponsoring a portion of the event. Joura stated they need $250, $500 and excessive $500 on making this event successful as in past years. If you know of anyone who would like to be a sponsor please forward them to Frank Joura. December is the Steering Committee, and January is the Volunteering Committee meeting. (Exact dates TBA). Frank can be reached on facebook!
Last year’s El Cheapo Sheepshead Tournament information and results http://jaxfish.com/cms/index.php/fishing-info/el-cheapo-tournament.html
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xKdxIC1L4Xo

WEBSITE

http://jaxfish.com/cms/index.php/fishing-info/josfc-tournaments.html
Please let us know your comments!

RAFFLE    

Raffle tickets can win you some great prices!

Rod & reel, tackle, canvas tackle bags, line, pliers, sweat shirts, and so much more….
Vacuuming honors for winning the Rod and reel went to Tom Darga, Congratulations!

There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 9:30pm.


Respectfully submitted,

Patti Kalaitzis
JOSFC Secretary

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