Ok.. I have been drafted into organizing a camping trip.
So far what we have sort of solidified is that we are going on June 11 and will be paddling out to West Island off of Sakonnett Point RI. This place isnt really a camp ground, and is a home for a lot of seagulls, but I know a few who have camped out there and have had a blast.

For those who do not know of the history of West Island, at one time it was the home of the West Island Fishing Club.. much like the Newport Fishing club on Gooseberry Island, but not as large as the Cuttyhunk Club. All that is left is some ruins.

Looking forward to this overnight Eben! Its gonna be great! Nothing like camping under the stars and fishing with a great group of people!:uhuh:

Maybe one of the Mods could "Sticky" this?:)

here is a good idea of what West island is about.

Sakonnet, RI : Ghosts of Sakonnet | Articles | ICW Side Trips | ICW Facilities Guide (http://www.icwfacilitiesguide.com/ME2/dirmod.asp?sid=C872B1F7A9AD47719F6661AFF137D958&nm=ICW+Side+Trips&type=Publishing&mod=Publications%3A%3AArticle&mid=B6194D771919466D93892A36D69B131F&tier=4&id=82FBF0464CC646B093427AF01B36A9E6)

I will bring the nuts!:rotf2:

plenty of nuts will already be there. :rotf2:

Hope someone knows some scary fireside stories???:err:

If I can make that, I may be able to by shaving some time as it is not too far from me.

Hope someone knows some scary fireside stories???:err:

Gather round folks and listen to the tale of the mother of the mother of my child... :rotf2::rotf2:

Sounds like a great trip! Is a permit needed to camp? When would you sleep though would be too busy fishing.

I dont think a permit is needed.

Plenty of fishing, plenty of fun.....just enough sleep!!:rotf2:

Nebe: I would be very interested in going. I do alot of kayak fishing a little east of there. Can anyone join in? Or is it Yak-Rats only?
Thanks Bob

You need only join us on a trip to become a "Yak Rat"! All are welcome!

Thanks Bigfish: I've been following your trip reports from last year and have been wanting to join in. I will be following this thread closely for further details.

Rmarsh we have a Facebook page if you have FB! Come check it out! "Yak Rats"!:uhuh: Be glad to have you join in!

What better place than an Island out in the middle of nowhere for his YakRats initiation :devil:

YouTube - Kevin Bacon - Fraternity Paddle (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qdFLPn30dvQ)

Instead of paddles....beer! Thank you sir...may I have another!:uhuh:

What better place than an Island out in the middle of nowhere for his YakRats initiation :devil:

YouTube - Kevin Bacon - Fraternity Paddle (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qdFLPn30dvQ)

No way no one is initiating me. I've been yak fishing longer than anyone here. :smash:
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I'm definitely gonna try to make this one. I've wanted to fish West Island ever since reading an article about it years ago. Not sure what the family commitments are going to be for that weekend, though. If I do go, I think I'll sleep with one eye open. The Yak Rats are a pretty scary group.

three sista's has a beautiful vista and reeks fish...if I where you guys bring tog tackle...prime toggin grounds

What's 3 sisters?
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What better place than an Island out in the middle of nowhere for his YakRats initiation :devil:

Initiation???
Uhhh...mmm... I uh...:err:
Maybe I should do a Yak Rat day trip somewhere first.:hihi:

Looks like I'm in. All I had to do was send my wife on a girls spa weekend and I got the go ahead for a few overnight fishing trips this season.

Nice!!!:uhuh:

got my tent .. love free shipping ..

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This weekend is creeping up kids!!! I for one am looking forward to it!!!!:uhuh:

I have to pull out my old tent (has not seen light of day for 10 years???) see what shape its in???? Its a 2 man if anyone wants in and does not own a tent??

I'm pumped for this trip. Hopefully the fish will be cooperative, but even if they aren't, it should still be a blast.

HELLO??? Tap, tap, tap! Is this thing on???

I'm ready .. Please no bird poop on my new tent please .

I have my water balloon cannon ready for an night time recon of West Island.

Gonna miss this one. I'll be at Yatesville State Park in Lawrence County Kentucky. Attending my 41st HS reunion.

41st???? :confused: Fred....you are from Kentucky originally???

Grew up there. Born in San Diego. Lived in Texas, Ohio, WVa, Michigan. Always got back to the Cape every year, the only place I ever wanted to be . On the lam for a long time...:rotf2:

41 year reunion though??? They meet every year??