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Pat Abate and the Rivers End staff do a wonderful job. For me it's more like my annual "surfcaster family reunion." Many of the people that have been influential to my surfcasting life are always there. It was really good to speak with Stetzko face to face again - hadn't done that in quite a while. I've never met a surfcaster who was more "in touch" with how all other life forms interrelate with striped bass than Tony. Whenever you have a conversation with Stetzko you come away with golden nuggets of information.
Was also nice to re-connect with Don and Steve Musso and talk all things needlefish - Donny looks great. Of course Abate and Mckenna are longtime friends but they were so busy I couldn't gab with them very long. Was able to take a photo of George Thackery's (may he rest in peace) original "Silent Sand Eel" needlefish whose tail was wrapped with solder. Pat had it hanging on the wall.
The CT Surfcasters teamwork with the food and drink is ALWAYS exemplary - what a top notch organization! Members of that club should be proud. My first time meeting John Skinner - enjoyed his presentation - learned some new techniques both in fishing AND public speaking - thanks John. The Commando Products were very impressive and Tom is quite an ambassador for the sport. Came home feeling very content.
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