Well,
It might be a little early, but I thought I would announce the Second Annual Bomba Bros Ice Tourney, brought to you by S-B.com.

Date - Saturday, January 23, 2010
Site - East Brimfield Resevoir
Time - 7:00 Am to 2:00 Pm
Entry - $15 or Custom Wood Plug

Last year's event was great, with about 50 participants. Good food, good times, and awesome prizes! The winner last year got about a 6 pound bass right at the opening bell. Cheap lodging is close, about two miles from the lake. The Bombas will be there the night before, so we'll have festivites at the local Picadilly Pub on Friday and Saturday nights.

Please RSVP to this thread if you plan to attend. It's a great time, and a fun way to hang out with the S-B.com crowd before the fishing show scene starts.

John, can you make this thread sticky???

Rules, directions, and lodging details to follow.

Thanks,
Rick and Mike

Link to Mass Fishing License Information:
http://www.mass.gov/dfwele/dfw/recre...nsing_home.htm

Quality Inn (MA169)
478 Main Street , Sturbridge, MA, US, 01566 | Phone: (508) 347-5141 Fax: (508) 347-2034

If the quality inn is booked, there are other motels within a mile of the site.

Super 8 Sturbridge
358 Main St
MA Pike Exit 9/I-84 exit 3B
Sturbridge, MA, 01566-1376 US $63.00 per night 1/2 mile past the quality inn

Motel 6 - Sturbridge, MA >> #4377
I-90 at exit #9/I-84 at Exit #3-B
408 Main Street
Sturbridge, MA 01566
(508) 347-7327 $53.99 per night next to the Super 8

There is a Picadilly Pub Next to the Super 8, and the Oxhead Tavern next door, so everything will be very close.
Looking forward to a fun time to be had by all (and lodging and post-fishing fun within walking distance)!

I'm in this year for sure.

I'm all over this...and i'll make it a sticky for ya

I just talked to sfoley78, and he's in. Probably paliaso, too. Messy Matty is down for the weighmaster again!

paliaso is down, too!

I'm in as long as Plugfest isn't on that day. Can't wait.

What the Bossman said,
Had a great Time last year :fishin:
VB

If it works for me i am in, fun times lat year for sure.

Oh I get it , FABBIT, SABBIT and next year it will be TABBIT.
I think I drove past that resevoir on the pike yesterday:huh: is it the one visible from the pike?
Maybe I'll go this year.

Hey gymrat I'm in, you drag my uncle up with you...:love:

This will be my first time ever ice fishing :smash:

Hey gymrat I'm in, you drag my uncle up with you...:love:

This will be my first time ever ice fishing :smash:

I don't think Louie likes the cold...but if he hears that you're going, I'm sure he'll want in.

Oh I get it , FABBIT, SABBIT and next year it will be TABBIT.
I think I drove past that resevoir on the pike yesterday:huh: is it the one visible from the pike?
Maybe I'll go this year.

It's not the one that you think, but it's right near the one that you saw.

Super 8 in Sturbridge has huge rooms for $69 a night for those who would like to stay with the Bomba clan!

Casey and I are hopefully in...starting a new job but we will see what the schedule will look like...

I'm in. May I recommend a 7:00am-2:00pm time slot. I remember a certain person got pretty groggy after 2:00 last year.:buds:

7:00-2:00 it is!

Can we play perch shoes?

guys, I have zero interest in ice fishing and hate the frikin cold, but for some reason my kids really have been bugging me to take them ice fishing after watching it on OTW tv. Im never going to invest the time/money to do it so....Is this a kid friendly event? Can we stop by for an hour or two and pretend they have a Dad that has a clue? I can bring food or whatever.

Of course it is kid friendly. I mean, Ricky gets a bit wobbly by the end of the day, but he's harmless. A good number of our participants (and a few winners) were youngens last year. I'll have my auger to make getting set up for you a bit easier. PM me for more info on gear if you want.

Jimmy, I got access to an underwater camera that I'm planning on bringing so the kids can check out what goes on under the ice.

Ya drill 2 holes side by side...one for the camera and one for them to jig through. They get to watch as the fish come swimming up to check things out.

Tynan brought his little guys lasy last year....if you're nice you might be able to talk him into a "Super Push" :hihi:

Yes, it's absolutely kid friendly...just make sure you get a MA license and you're good to go. I think we could spot you a jiggin stick or two, and somebody probably has bait. Kev's underwater camera sounds awesome, too.
I wasn't that wobbly last year!!!
Later,
Rick

Hey gymrat I'm in, you drag my uncle up with you...:love:

This will be my first time ever ice fishing :smash:

Louie asked me what day the tourney is this morning. He says "What do you mean, I don't like the cold??? I don't mind the cold. Well, really, I HATE the freaking cold and when me and Mary retire, we're moving to Florida. Now when's that tournament we're going to fish in with Billy!"

Really didn't want to hear the words " Super Push " again Kevin. Can't wait a fun time for sure.

ok - count me in. Thanks and look forward to it.

Too soon to tell, but the In The Hole gang will be there if at all possible. The kids had a great time last year.

OK the list so far:
Bombas
Messy Matty
Seano
Foley
Paliaso
Brad
Phil Brown
WESTPORTMAFIA +4
TDF
John R
the Specialist and cousin Bill, Canalrat1 (wow, he's like member number 3)
ITH(and kids)
RIJIMMY(and kids)
Tynan +5
Rob Rockcrawler
Vineyard Blues
Slip
quick decision
Hemdukas (good2hook)
STRIPERTED
buckman and jr.
Fish 360
Backbeach Jake and son
Parksie
eelskimmer
Back Beach
Surfcaster413 + 2
marky and kids (and more of the HCHS crew)
animal
JackK
chefseany
OK, so as it stands, we have about 60, give or take a few. That's probably about $600 in plugs and prizes.



and more...come on kids, we gonna make it to 100 this year???

Louie asked me what day the tourney is this morning. He says "What do you mean, I don't like the cold??? I don't mind the cold. Well, really, I HATE the freaking cold and when me and Mary retire, we're moving to Florida. Now when's that tournament we're going to fish in with Billy!"

I knew he would want to go. Gonna see him tonight. :love:

I knew he would want to go. Gonna see him tonight. :love:

Billy I'll take the ride with yah. I have a bunch of old traps I don't use, you can pick through them if you want.

Billy I'll take the ride with yah. I have a bunch of old traps I don't use, you can pick through them if you want.

:love: :rotf2:

Hi Rick, I miss you Bud , miss the surf also

Miss you, too, you crazy bastige...you gonna come ice fishing?

im in

I'm in kid.:)

Nobody else???
Heading down to BPS on Sunday to make sure we have everything we need.

It's only November bro. Relax. Like Frankie Goes to Hollywood.:soon:

Always knew you liked Frankie!

Maybe bring the son too - TDF - you bringing the kids or just showing the video later?

Doubt my kids will be coming....might drag my Bro-in-law along though.

IM IN I didnt know you guys ice fished no stripers in long pond LOL

TED! We'll try and get Mark this years too.:buds::buds:

BOMBA sounds like a good time:buds:

3 pulls on the Jiffy today and she fired right up. I will admit the smell and sound excited me!!!!!!!!!! I also picked up an old school Coleman thermos to hold a gallon of Captain and hot cider. Are we there yet???? :soon:Let's pray for some big ice:uhuh:

took a few more pulls on the Strikemaster but it fired up and is good to go.....working on the Mutha of all Ice Fishing sleds right now.

took a few more pulls on the Strikemaster but it fired up and is good to go.....working on the Mutha of all Ice Fishing sleds right now.

If you don't mind sharing send me a pm. The one we made last year was a big fat bust. Looking to get one done before the tourney

As soon as I finish I'll post....almost done. a few adjustments and I should be good to go.

1st off....get yourself a pair of old skis.....

I have the ski's. What I don't have is the light bulb getting bright:wall: Thanks

Jr and I are in. Jimmy I have plenty of extra gear for the kids.

I'll be there with bells on. :).

If you don't mind sharing send me a pm. The one we made last year was a big fat bust. Looking to get one done before the tourney

Now this means at least four augers, which is three more than last year. I spent the first hour drilling holes for 50 people. Still have the scar on my hand when I took off the glove and turned around.....SIZZLE!

I picked up a power auger last year so I will have mine that people can use.....after I get my holes drilled of course :hee:

I picked up a power auger last year so I will have mine that people can use.....after I get my holes drilled of course :hee:

And mine :rotf2:

Rookies:jump1:

I'm in.

I had one last year too. Will bring it again. 10 inch holes are great.

Now this means at least four augers, which is three more than last year. I spent the first hour drilling holes for 50 people. Still have the scar on my hand when I took off the glove and turned around.....SIZZLE!

I can also bring my old school Spoon-style Hand Auger.....it'll give people a new appreciation for the power augers :hihi:

TDF's power auger is nice, makes lots o' holes quick

Now this means at least four augers, which is three more than last year. I spent the first hour drilling holes for 50 people. Still have the scar on my hand when I took off the glove and turned around.....SIZZLE!

Anyone can use the auger. I must say it has been a very wise investment so far. The only thing that sucks is falling on your arse with one. It's like falling with a beer. No matter what you can't seem to let it go while falling.:biglaugh:

I picked mine up last season on Craigslist...brand new still in the box Strikemaster mag 2000....for 2 bills....best investment I've made in awhile. Thing cuts ice like butter

If I bring an auger will we need waders?

Nope,
The more the merrier, Fred. Last year we had 1 plus Raven's chipping bar! Gonna need more than that for 100 people!

Now this means at least four augers, which is three more than last year. I spent the first hour drilling holes for 50 people. Still have the scar on my hand when I took off the glove and turned around.....SIZZLE!

Uncle Louie should be good with the Auger :grins::buds:

Anybody want to start talking about rooms? The Motel 8 is 2 miles from the site and right next to the Picadilly Pub, so no driving necessary. Rooms are very big and nice, and are $69 a night for two big beds. Depending on how many people we get to stay, there are discounts, as well. I'm heading out Friday night with most likely Foley, Brad, Matty, Phil, and maybe another, so we've already got three rooms for two nights. Let me know, and I'd be happy to book in advance.
Thanks,
Rick
Just checked, with the AAA discount, it's 62.10 a night!

OK Here's some info:
Start 7 AM End 2 PM
Brought to you by the Bombas and Striped Bass.com

Come meet the Bombas for an ice fishing extravaganza. Entry fee is one custom, wood plug or $15 per person. Prizes for three largest bass and three largest pickeral, by weight (there will most likely be other participants who enter with cash, so pre-determined rules to follow).

John, please make this sticky!
Come one, come all, you gonna loose you plugs!

Please register with me via pm, as we get closer to the event, I will provide tournament rules, prizes, and directions. I am also guessing that there will be an impromptu awards ceremony at a local restaurant to follow.

We will be checking the ice in the weeks leading up to the event, but we were out there last year, same week, and there was 8-10" safe ice (pretty warm last year). If the ice is not safe, date will be pushed back.

Later,
Rick

Link to Mass Fishing License Information:
http://www.mass.gov/dfwele/dfw/recreation/licensing/licensing_home.htm

Quality Inn (MA169)
478 Main Street , Sturbridge, MA, US, 01566 | Phone: (508) 347-5141 Fax: (508) 347-2034

If the quality inn is booked, there are other motels within a mile of the site.

Super 8 Sturbridge
358 Main St
MA Pike Exit 9/I-84 exit 3B
Sturbridge, MA, 01566-1376 US $63.00 per night 1/2 mile past the quality inn

Motel 6 - Sturbridge, MA >> #4377
I-90 at exit #9/I-84 at Exit #3-B
408 Main Street
Sturbridge, MA 01566
(508) 347-7327 $53.99 per night next to the Super 8

There is a Picadilly Pub Next to the Super 8, and the Oxhead Tavern next door, so everything will be very close.
Looking forward to a fun time to be had by all (and lodging and post-fishing fun within walking distance)!

Rules are as follows:

Official Bomba Bros Ice Fishing Tournament Rules:

Fishing to begin as soon as horn is sounded (7 AM) and will proceed until tournament has ended at 2 PM, when the horn has sounded. Participants will have 5 minutes after the 2 PM Horn to weigh in all final fish. Any fish weighed in after 2:05 PM (time measured via Rick Bombardier’s cell phone) will be disqualified.

All participants must pay or surrender an entry fee equal to either one, custom made wooden striped bass fishing lure or $15. Entry fee must be paid prior to a participant placing a tip up or fishing rod in the water, or the participant will be disqualified. Fish cannot be weighed until the entry fee has been surrendered to the judges.

In no way are the persons Richard G. Bombardier, Jr. and/or Michael J. Bombardier responsible for the following areas, either personally or financially:
Personal injury to participants.
Requirement by Massachusetts State Law to be in possession of a valid Massachusetts Fishing License.
Personal conduct of participants.
Safety or welfare of any or all participants.

Official weigh in procedures are as follows:
All participants must bring prospective fish to the pre-determined weigh-station and be weighed by a pre-determined judge. Judges are appointed by Richard G. Bombardier, Jr. and/or Michael J. Bombardier. Any pre-determined judge has the explicit right to weigh fish and record results, and the judge’s findings shall be found to be comlpetely objective at time of weigh in. There shall be no challenge to judge’s said finding by a contestant, as contestants shall initial record along with judge weighing contestant's catch. Said judge will record the weight of the fish, and said judge’s record of weight shall stand toward and consideration of prize for the tournament.

Any prospective fish must be brought to the weigh-station alive. The fish will be weighed and the fish's weight recorded, along with the prospective angler’s name. Each weighed fish will then be put back into the ice at the weigh station, through a hole, immediately. Weighed fish may not be kept by an individual, unless subsequently marked by the judge, with a knife, which shall be done by severing the weighed fish’s tail, so the fish may be identified as not to be re-weighed.

All weighing shall be performed with a scale designated by Richard G. Bombardier, Jr. and/or Michael J. Bombardier.

Prizes shall be determined by the following criteria:
First Prize will be awarded to Largest Largemouth Bass, and will receive one prize blended as lures and cash.
Second Prize will be awarded to Largest Pickeral, and will receive one prize blended as lures and cash.
Third Prize will be awarded to Second Largest Bass, and will receive one prize blended as lures and cash.
Fourth Prize will be awarded to Third Largest Bass, and will receive one prize blended as lures and cash.
Fifth Prize will be awarded to Second Largest Pickeral, and will receive one prize blended as lures and cash.
Sixth Prize will be awarded to Third Largest Pickeral, and will receive one prize blended as lures and cash.
There will be a wild card prize awarded to largest perch and largest crappie. If these fish are not submitted, the prizes shall be drawn by raffle.

Fishing Rules:
A fish that is caught shall be submitted by the angler who plays the fish to the hole. Fish must be submitted by an individual who had physical hands on the line that brings the fish to the hole.

Fishing in teams in commonplace among ice fishing anglers; however, a fish may only be submitted by the angler that played the fish to the hole. .

If any person is suspected of team weigh-ins, they may be disqualified by Richard G. Bombardier, Jr. and/or Michael J. Bombardier.

It should be noted that the fisherman who played the fish to the hole must weigh the fish!

In conclusion:
I affirm that I am in compliance with this document.
I affirm that I accept all said rules of the tournament.
I will not hold either Richard G. Bombardier, Jr. or Michael J. Bombardier responsible for any disputes of this contract.
I will fish my hardest to win this tournament in a fair and true manner.

THESE RULES MAY BE UPDATED OR AMMENDED PRIOR TO THE START OF THE TOURNAMENT!



I HEREBY MAKE THIS DECLARATION TODAY

10 day ice forecast:

Partly cloudy and windy. Temps nearly steady in the low to mid 30s. Winds WSW at 20 to 30 mph.
Dec 10 Tomorrow night
Partly cloudy skies with gusty winds. Low near 15F. Winds WSW at 20 to 30 mph.
Dec 11 Friday
Windy with times of sun and clouds. Highs in the mid 20s and lows in the upper teens.
Dec 12 Saturday
Mix of sun and clouds. Highs in the low 30s and lows in the mid teens.
Dec 13 Sunday
Mostly Cloudy. Highs in the mid 30s and lows in the low 20s.
Dec 14 Monday
Times of sun and clouds. Highs in the upper 30s and lows in the mid 20s.
Dec 15 Tuesday
Considerable cloudiness. Highs in the mid 30s and lows in the mid 20s.
Dec 16 Wednesday
Partly cloudy. Highs in the low 30s and lows in the mid teens.
Dec 17 Thursday
Plenty of sun. Highs in the mid 30s and lows in the upper teens.
Dec 18 Friday
Snow showers. Highs in the upper 20s and lows in the upper teens.

Looks like we could have been good for the 9th!

Uncle Louie should be good with the Auger :grins::buds:

He's probably good with the chainsaw! He said he wanted to bring the motorcycle trailer and put a generator in the back with chairs and my space heater, to boot!

Can't wait.

I don't know about Uncle Louie, kind of looks more like one of Dadbomba's friends, though!:smash:

Since i live about 5 miles away on another lake i will keep up to date on the ice reports. My lake is now about 90% covered with a skim of ice. Yesterday we were at about 50%, the lack of wind did the trick last night.

Just found out Uncle Louie is out...too bad!

Since i live about 5 miles away on another lake i will keep up to date on the ice reports. My lake is now about 90% covered with a skim of ice. Yesterday we were at about 50%, the lack of wind did the trick last night.

got ya beat by 4 miles

It seems like there will be a good amount of people attending. Also there is a good amount of ice to cover. Will there be multiple spots to weigh a fish?

I am going to bring my own tip ups but i need to use someones auger

Only one weigh station. I leave Ricky in charge of weighing and prizes. (This is his baby after all and I'll be fishing). He was stationed off of the peninsula that is at the end of the public parking lot last year.

too bad we couldn't have a movable live well instead of running across the ice ..... just a thought

I'm planning on attending.

now we need a roast pig
a band
hula girls passing out lei's
a porta potty
an open bar
a wooden dance floor
and private security guards

heh heh heh :grins:

Anyone fish this place for Pike or Musky?

I'm thinking we'll need two more volunteer weighmasters. Seano's got one scale that I'll use, and I'll buy another, if somebody's got a third that we can borrow???

What kind of scales are you using or want to use?

Anybody want to start talking about rooms? The Motel 8 is 2 miles from the site and right next to the Picadilly Pub, so no driving necessary. Rooms are very big and nice, and are $69 a night for two big beds. Depending on how many people we get to stay, there are discounts, as well. I'm heading out Friday night with most likely Foley, Brad, Matty, Phil, and maybe another, so we've already got three rooms for two nights. Let me know, and I'd be happy to book in advance.
Thanks,
Rick
Just checked, with the AAA discount, it's 62.10 a night!

I'm in for Saturday Night. Have AAA, will travel.
P.S. WIll bring an auger. and floaties...

I always have a Digi with me!

Anyone fish this place for Pike or Musky?Yes theres Pike in there But Ive never landed one in the res. I have caught Pike in the smaller pond connected to the RES

Heard there are pike in there, and aside from ST, never met anybody who got one!

too bad we couldn't have a movable live well instead of running across the ice ..... just a thought\

I had a lot of fun watching people falling on their tails while trying to get to the weighmaster after a couple too many wobbly pops.

I will bring my skates this year.

What no snowmobiles??

Didn't see any motorized vehicles on the property last year.

I'm planning on attending.

Good time.

I always have a Digi with me!

Tony :btu:

What no snowmobiles??

Yeh, last thing we could have used last year was snowmobilin' under the influence

So 5 miles away from the SABBIT location there were people skating on my lake. It was in a cove and the two skaters were of questionable sobriety but they did not go thru the ice. This is by no means an endorsement of safe ice. The snow is not going to be helping the ice at all. But we are getting there.

Had 5-7" in Lee on Saturday. It was cold. And Ricky forgot his jacket. So I shedded a layer for him. I got one pike at about 10#s. Ricky and Shawno each got a small pike as well.

And I also got Mikey's cold...I am a suffering bastige right now!

I was wondering my buddy wants to fish with me he is not a member does he have to join the site to fish?

Don't have to be a member, anyone who pays the entry fee or donates the plug can participate.

Had 5-7" in Lee on Saturday. It was cold. And Ricky forgot his jacket. So I shedded a layer for him. I got one pike at about 10#s. Ricky and Shawno each got a small pike as well.
NICE :grins:FIRST ICE PIKE

That's a very respectable Pike. About 36" I'd guess.

This is by no means an endorsement of safe ice. The snow is not going to be helping the ice at all. But we are getting there.

the wind chill here is enormous ....it blows my mind that any creature can survive this ARTIC onslaught .... with a raging fire in the wood stove and electric heater going it's still way to cold
for me.... that 30 degrees and sunshine yesterday felt like summer ........

3 to -5 inches ice on Quabog pond... it freezes first !
then south....it had none thus far .........as of yesterday

Just reserved my room at the S-8. I'll be there Friday night. I'm starting to get all revved up for this.:jump1: It's been over 15 years since I've ice fished!

Taking the day off from work, so hopefully I have Fri off as well. Would like to party with the Bombas one of the nights.

Casey,
Probably the best night to party with the Bombas would be Saturday, as Mikey will be staying that night!
Fred, we'll make sure to include you in the plans for Friday. I think we'll be at the Super 8, as well. They treated us great last year!
Later,
Rick

Post 100

My buddies and are pretty excited about this, you can put down 3 more for the event. Ill see if I can get peteL to round off the wmass crew

Jeez will the Ice hold all of us?

I have a pretty big flag I can dig up. If we can get a couple more we can mark the 3 weigh stations. How is the ice situation going?

Plenty of ice where I'm at a bit further down the pike. In fact, I'll be going for pike tomorrow. I'd say, as long as we don't have another 4 day warm front like that, and a few more days like today, we should have no worries.

There will be plenty of ice.....I'm getting pumped for this

Just booked two rooms at the Super 8 for me, paliaso, Messy Matty, and Brad for Friday and Saturday night!

Something to get you in the Mood.....Warning some Language

YouTube - 40" tiger muskie on a jigging rod 6lb test (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2qRlMtltT3M)

Cool! I took a video years ago with my Father in Law. He pulled 4 pike over 36 inches through the ice. I was R rated because of language! Couldn't be helped.

Well kids, there's a meeting of the minds next Saturday over here (1/9/10) to start to figure out the logistics...anybody want to come by for a couple of beers????
Think this one is going to be a big one...need to plan accordingly!

Jeez will the Ice hold all of us?

LOL! Just changed my new years resolution to: lose weight. :-)

At your house? I might be able to make it.

Yeah,
My house Billy...
See if u can make it!

I'm not at all interested in ice fishing,but I'd be interested in going to hang out,and consume anti-freeze.:smash:If I get back home,by then,then maybe.:)

Rick what time Saturday?

Billy,
I'll have to see...I'm on call so not too many beers for me. Maybe late afternoon. I'll keep you posted.

Animal,
Feel free to join us in any capacity or incapacity you like!

Any incapacity.Love it.:smash:

Rick what time Saturday?

Billy Mitz...let's say 3 or 4 on Saturday.

Ok see you between 3-4

Your uncle is pissed you're just coming to see me. Hope you like chili!

I love it, chili that is, gonna be a little later still waiting for my plasterer to come fix a couple of cracks for me. He said he is running a little late and won't be here till 3 so i won't be there till 4 -430

Rick check your pms

Rick the plasterer still isn't here yet and he just called to say he was finished and cleaning up and would see in about 1/2 an hr. So I am not going to make it today sorry. If you look at your pms call me.

So, I think turnout is going to be pretty good (maybe 100 people), and I am thinking that the prizes should be revamped. I'd like to do 10 prizes, as follows:

1. 1st prize, biggest bass
2. 2nd prize, second biggest bass
3. 3rd prize, biggest pickeral
4. 3rd biggest bass
5. 2nd biggest pickeral
6. 3rd biggest pickeral
7. 4th biggest bass
8. 4th biggest pickeral

Wildcards
1. Biggest panfish
2. 2nd biggest panfish

I'm going to take 85% of the money and 100% of the plugs and divide them up accordingly.

I'm also going to take the other 15% of the money and use it to buy food so we all can have a great gourmet meal on the ice.

The only thing I ask is that everybody brings some plates, utensils, napkins, and PLEASE, PLEASE, PLEASE pack out your trash.

Sound good everybody??? Now let's get a rollcall of everybody who's going.

Later,
Rick

PS - We've got two scales right now...thinking that we should have three weigh in zones with three weigh masters. My crew is usually on the western edge of the res, and we'll use Messy Matty or myself as a weigh master.

I'm thinking there should be the northeast contingent, who could be maybe Tynan or Rob Rock in that end.

Then south with somebody who'd like to volunteer, but we'll need one more scale. Maybe WESTPORTMAFIA or Hemdukas if one of you guys has a scale???
Let me know,
Rick

Rick, will you need a stove? I have a 3 burned coleman converted to gas that works really well.
I'll be there Friday Night til Sunday morning. Just point and shout.

I have a digital and a fake me out boga. I'm down just let me know. I will also be staying over Friday night and will most likely meet up with you guys.

I don't think Louie likes the cold...but if he hears that you're going, I'm sure he'll want in.

it was way to cold last weekend with temps at -3 :confused:

global warming my ass

OK, so I have some updates as far as logistics and rules go:

1. All contestants will need to register with me before they can weigh a fish. Entry fee is $15 or one custom made wood plug.

2. I'll need the help of weighmasters. Westport, if you're down, you can be one, and I'm looking for one more. Weighing fish makes the day go by fast, but it sucks if you get tips. People will need to travel to the weighmasters to weigh the fish. We'll try to be strategically distributed around the res. I usually fish the western side, maybe Westport can be on the northeast and another on the southeast.

3. Fishing starts at 7 am...that means you can put traps in the water at 7.

Well that's it for now. Any ideas, let me know, and I'd be happy to take them into consideration.
Thanks,
Rick

Fred,
I will take all the cooking implements I can get. Does it run on the green canisters?
Thanks,
Rick
PS - Glad you are down for the duration, my cell is 781 439 1918. We should be there around 8:30 or so, so maybe we can all go over to the Pick for a quick beer.

Fred,
I will take all the cooking implements I can get. Does it run on the green canisters?
Thanks,
Rick
PS - Glad you are down for the duration, my cell is 781 439 1918. We should be there around 8:30 or so, so maybe we can all go over to the Pick for a quick beer.

Green canisters, aye. I also have an unconverted two burner and a gallon of coleman fuel. I'll bring it too. These are big stoves. See you at the Pick.

WESTPORTMAFIA will be there, too. We'll likely check in, and head right over.

Just put the finishing touches on a batch of Home-Made Blackberry brandy for the Tourney .....mmmmm :drool:

Just put the finishing touches on a batch of Home-Made Blackberry brandy for the Tourney .....mmmmm :drool:

You WILL be fishing near me I hope. I'll have a big Coleman filled with Captain and hot apple cider.

There ya go...that was last years beverage of choice for FABBIT :kewl:

I'll bring my beach plum/vodka.

Just put the finishing touches on a batch of Home-Made Blackberry brandy for the Tourney .....mmmmm :drool:


shazammmm!
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Fred,
Just bring one of the stoves...we'll use it to saute. Sounds like you gusy gonna have some fun with the homemade booze!
Marky's got a little challenge involved for later in the day, as well. His daughters will be taking donations for the contest...aka
"Haradon Girls College Fund He Man Casting Contest"
Can't wait...about one more week!

I'll be bringing my son, Noah, I hope. He's 27 and a bicycle nut from Providence. Good kid.

Just put the finishing touches on a batch of Home-Made Blackberry brandy for the Tourney .....mmmmm :drool:

Yum! Yum! I'll bring some Portuguese Port...the good stuff!
Cheers!

I'll be bringing my son, Noah, I hope. He's 27 and a bicycle nut from Providence. Good kid.

Jezzum Crow, Fred, he's almost old enough to be one of the Bombas!

Rick I have a coleman like the GB had on cutty, runs on the green canisters u want me to bring it? Also I am bringing something homemade, it will just need to be heated, and then we eat it on rolls..

I'll be bringing the home made brownies.

According to map I got off internet Brimfield
resevoir has about 5-6 access points from
top to bottom. Which is one for parking
and meeting up with youse.??

Billy,
Definately bring the grill. Eelskimmah, look for Champeaux Rd, runs across the northern part of the Res up near the pike.

Skimmer, will I have to tow ya out. There won't be any golf carts around there.

Maybe some wheelers, from what I hear...them West Mtn. Boys from Holyoke are coming!

I added a couple more guys. My group should be at least 5 of us. Look out for the pirate flag!!!!!!! I picked up the digital from the basement. We should test the 3 scales Friday night and make sure they are all on the same page:gh:

Wasn't one of the 10 commandments "Keep holy the SABBIT"?

I hear somebody got a 7 # pike out of there this week.

Billy,
Definately bring the grill. Eelskimmah, look for Champeaux Rd, runs across the northern part of the Res up near the pike.

then isn't that Long pond there?

will there be enough parking? and will the ice hold all of us?

Rick, do you want some Tom's Bait shiners?

Hi Slip,
I'm sure the ice will hold all of us, I hear there's like 15" or something crazy like that.
Parking in the lot will certainly fill up, but you can park on Champeaux...I've seen cars parked all the way up the hill before. I know that my group of 7 will be in 2 cars so we're trying to be as parking friendly as possible. We can always shuttle cars back to Yankee Spirits if we need to.
Just found out that two of my buddies are taking the day off on Friday, so they'll pick up the shiners.
Glad you can make it!
Rick

OK kids...looks like parking may be an issue. What my crew proposes is as follows...there's 8 of us and we'll show up with the trucks and drop the gear off. We'll then shuttle Paliaso's truck back to Yankee Spirits, to save spots. We ask that any crews who come in multiple cars do the same, so parking is available for all. Need help...call me at 781 439 1918 and we'll arrange.
Later,
Bomba

Oh yeah, one other thing...last year trash was tough to deal with. We filled my truck with bags. Make sure if you pack it in, you pack it out. Wanna make sure them nice folks in Fiskdale don't get pissed if we leave a mess. Now, most ice fishermen I know never leave a mess, so this may be a moot point. Later, Rick

I'll bring extra garbage bags. Might want to keep in mind that people drink that water, too. So be kind. Again, I'm sure the point is moot.

Weather outlook is good as to yet. 33 with very little wind. maybe a few flurries.

Just checked again, AM clouds, PM sun, high of 31. Anybody have any questions, I don't have my phone on me, so PM me and I'll get back to you. Can't wait to see everybody!
Later,
Rick

I plan on making the trip. I'll see how long the kids can last. I'll pick up some basic gear and if someone can drill a hole for me, I'll be all set. I look forward to meeting folks I havent before.

any advice on "basic" gear is greatly appreciated!

PM sent, and I'm positive you'll find someone to help you punch some holes.

Any reports on ice?

I'm more of a lurker on this forum... But I'm hoping to make it. I'll throw in some good wood for the fee!

I'm guessing there's upwards of 10"...just a guess. Raven???

Any reports on ice?

sounds like a great time im in!!!! will be looking to forward to meeting everyone. always looking to find fishing buddies. Anyone need help drillling i got it! where is the meeting place????

Where you coming from??? You could just mapquest 8 Champaux Rd, Fiskdale, MA, and follow the road to the bottom of the hill. We'll be north toward the Pike.

totally cant wait till saturday fished a near by lake friday and had 8inces of ice. we will have an auger if anyone needs it, we perfer they chainsaw.

Looks like Mikey nailed the forecast. Sunny, light North wind, high of 34. Gonna be nice out there!

Maybe we should bring 2 way radios, those FRC ones I know some of us have em. That way we can communicate to differant areas for updates and everyone who has em can hear
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Maybe we should bring 2 way radios, those FRC ones I know some of us have em. That way we can communicate to differant areas for updates and everyone who has em can hear
s


I was thinking the same thing. But I can't find mine anywhere. I'm going to look around some more.

Any reports on ice?

I'm guessing there's upwards of 10"...just a guess. Raven???
I was out there yesterday, last week there was probably 10 in of ice now its 6 in of ice with 4 inches of water/slush on top dont forget your GOOD rubber boots that dont leak :fury:

OK the list so far:
Bombas
Messy Matty
Seano
Foley
Paliaso
Brad
Phil Brown
WESTPORTMAFIA +4
TDF
John R
the Specialist and cousin Bill, Canalrat1 (wow, he's like member number 3)
ITH(and kids)
RIJIMMY(and kids)
Tynan +5
Rob Rockcrawler
Vineyard Blues
Slip
quick decision
Hemdukas (good2hook)
STRIPERTED
buckman and jr.
Fish 360
Backbeach Jake and son
Parksie
eelskimmer
Back Beach
Surfcaster413 + 2
marky and kids (and more of the HCHS crew)
animal
JackK
chefseany
OK, so as it stands, we have about 60, give or take a few. That's probably about $600 in plugs and prizes.

Just marinated the steak tips (20#) and we have 30# of sausage, 20# of hamburg, lots of hot dogs and kielbasa.
Hope u Kids like food!

if u need help on the grill give a hollar. chefseany isnt just my screen name!!!!! i have an extra large grill if needed also. send me a reply if needed.

Stuff from first of thread: Link to Mass Fishing License Information:
http://www.mass.gov/dfwele/dfw/recre...nsing_home.htm (http://www.mass.gov/dfwele/dfw/recreation/licensing/licensing_home.htm)

Quality Inn (MA169)
478 Main Street , Sturbridge, MA, US, 01566 | Phone: (508) 347-5141 Fax: (508) 347-2034

If the quality inn is booked, there are other motels within a mile of the site.

Super 8 Sturbridge
358 Main St
MA Pike Exit 9/I-84 exit 3B
Sturbridge, MA, 01566-1376 US $63.00 per night 1/2 mile past the quality inn

Motel 6 - Sturbridge, MA >> #4377
I-90 at exit #9/I-84 at Exit #3-B
408 Main Street
Sturbridge, MA 01566
(508) 347-7327 $53.99 per night next to the Super 8

There is a Picadilly Pub Next to the Super 8, and the Oxhead Tavern next door, so everything will be very close.
Looking forward to a fun time to be had by all (and lodging and post-fishing fun within walking distance)!

Just.....WOW!

eelskimmer on the ice :grins:

VB
who is bring da keg :buds:

Hi Rick,
The In The Hole crew is out for Saturday. I have some work stuff that I can't get out of. The kids are bummed. But we'll be looking forward to the TABBIT next year. Thanks for putting this all together and I hope you guys have a ball.

Don

Sorry to hear, Rijimmy is out, too. I came down with the flu last night. Trying to get some rest before we head out today.
Later

Picked up a bunch of italian sausages, sliced some onions, soda, JagerMeister,
and the Dr is in the house. Will need a bit of grill space.

Bringing one grille.

My gear (after a scientific bathtub test) has proven to be more water-resistant than water-proof, so I've got to bow out. No worries- I've given Mr. Rockcrawler express permission to catch all of my fish. I expect him to take at least one of the 1st place catgories!

Good luck to all!

Going to be chilly in the am, be sure to layer up. Wish I could have made it down tonight. Will have 3 augers with my crew so anyone needs help just ask. Starfish and I will be kidless as they both have pneumonia.

Truck is Packed and I'm ready to go.....:kewl:

Link to SABBIT Directions:

8 Champaux Rd, Fiskdale, MA - Google Maps (http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&source=s_q&hl=en&geocode=&q=8+Champaux+Rd,+Fiskdale,+MA&sll=37.0625,-95.677068&sspn=45.467317,41.835938&ie=UTF8&hq=&hnear=8+Champaux+Rd,+Fiskdale,+Worcester,+Massachu setts+01518&ll=42.129429,-72.125448&spn=0.00596,0.013937&t=h&z=17)

Keep going until you see the parking lot OR arrange to meet up and park with someone else first...

wheres the pictures?

Winning bass , last fish weighed 4lbs 11 oz congrats to my partner Canalratt1

A great time, just like last year. The fishing was pretty good and the FOOD, damn.

i had to much fun... :rotf2:

I had more fun fishing than I have in a very long time. Noah wants to do it again next year, he had a blast, too! Thanks and kudos to the Bombas and all who worked so hard to put this on. Good to meet you Matt.

sorry Dan and I did not make it :( guess we missed another good time.
too much going on
maybe next year

congrats to Tony

Thanks Bruce I missed yah. I had a great time won some $ and two great looking plugs. Thanks to the Bomba's for putting on a great time, I was stuffed with all the food and liquid refreshments!:jump1:

Yeah congrats on beating us out of 1st with 50 minutes left:rotf2: Maybe I can twist your arm and get you out the NW this year for some action.:fishin:

I must say i had a great time thanks to everyone who helped out and cant wait for TABBIT!!!!!!!!!!!1

Yeah congrats on beating us out of 1st with 50 minutes left:rotf2: Maybe I can twist your arm and get you out the NW this year for some action.:fishin:

Wow Tony is the ultimate boat hoe...:love::biglaugh:

NW is fresh shore.

They looked for fish a little different up north!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FCR7kZWRjL4

Awesome. I just laughed my arse off!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

is that for real?

Some more pix from SABBIT

this was from that day, but the color is enhanced some..

sweet pics back beach i can see myself in the back ground on that third pic