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Old 04-16-2012, 04:11 PM   #1
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Ultimate Block Trip Auction Questions Thread

First I want to make it publicly known that this would not be possible if it wasn't for JOHNR and www.striped-bass.com and I can't thank him enough for allowing this. As he knows this has been in the works for MONTHS and he was a supporter from DAY 1.

If anyone has any questions or wants to donate anything for this cause please post in here. I will do my best to answer questions as quickly as possible.

All donations are Accepted just let us know if you want to donate for the winner of the trip or want to send it to Greg to auction it off at a later date. No matter what it is post it in here.

Also I want to thank EVERYONE that has donated so far. I will get a list from Greg and add to it as we go.

Trip info Ask away,,,

Eels will be provided so no need to bring them.

ONE ON ONE fishing. My goal is to put you on Fish and make this something you never forget.

DZ stated you WILL stand on rocks where 50's have been caught.

Block tips from Dennis, Pat, Gary, Pete, Julio, or myself.

Gary Soldati - June 13
Pat Abate - Rivers End - June 13
Dennis Zambrotta - June 14-15

Food covered,,, Group meals and there will be plenty.

Nights of fishing. FULL NIGHT. That means a full night unless there are unforeseen circumstances.

Seriously. REST UP..

Extra Sweeteners for the winning bidder - Thanks to

Piemma - 2 BI Dannys
Fins32 - 12 tied siwash
JoeBaggs Bucktails - Block Island Bucktail package
The dad fisherman - Block Island Needles
Big Water Lures - Big Water Pikes
Rivers End Tackle - Rigged Eels
Left Hook Lures - Plugs

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Old 04-16-2012, 04:26 PM   #2
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Moved from the other thread. I will donate two BI Danny Plugs of the winners choice. I can't load the pictures (John's system only allows one load of a pic) but look on the original thread for pics

No boat, back in the suds.
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Old 04-16-2012, 04:43 PM   #3
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I think this is a great cause, bank account is near empty but i want to help out, I will donate 1 dozen (12) tail hooks to whomever wins, they can let me know colors and size. Good luck to all who are in...
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Old 04-16-2012, 05:20 PM   #4
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Sounds great guys..... Please PM GregW to find out where to Ship them. Thanks again,

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Old 04-16-2012, 07:50 PM   #5
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Let me start of by saying thanks to everyone. This would not be possible without everyone's help.
Also I have to say a HUGE thank you to Tom. Tom has been behind me with the fundraising since I started and was actually one of the first companies to back me. This trip would not be even close to possible without him. And I can't forget some of the other donations he has helped out with.

I am thrilled to be able to raise money for this cause as most of you know how much this means to me.
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Old 04-17-2012, 07:37 AM   #6
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I'll sweeten up the pot with a custom needle in BI (Neon) Green.....

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Old 04-17-2012, 07:44 AM   #7
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TDF needles... SWEEEET...... Thank you very much....
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Old 04-21-2012, 05:05 PM   #8
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Left Hook Lures just added plugs to the pot..... There might be enough merchandise to match the winning bid by the time this is over....

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Old 04-22-2012, 04:30 PM   #9
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My company matches charitable donations. Is it fair to believe that if I bid $1,000 and my company matches $1,000, then the total bid would count as $2,000. Is that an accurate assessment? Thank you.
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Old 04-23-2012, 08:01 AM   #10
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RI BASS - Welcome to S-B

To keep the playing field fair, I would say that company matches - while highly encouraged (and grateful) would not count towards the total but they would get a hearty thank you and big props from the community - in addition to you

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Old 04-23-2012, 09:03 AM   #11
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I have to agree with JohnR. Although appealing as it may be and the thoughtfulness of the company and the bidder, I think it is only fair that company bids not be counted towards the total in the bid.

Of course they can still match and make the donation above and beyond the personal bid if that particular bidder wins.

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Old 04-23-2012, 09:51 AM   #12
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And we'll promote that company here & on FFS as well

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Old 04-23-2012, 03:35 PM   #13
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What's FFS?

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Fat Fishermen's Site. its where the fat guys hang out. your not invited....

seriously though, i was wondering too....

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seriously though, i was wondering too....
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Fish for soldiers, it's the site we use for the tournament.
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Old 04-25-2012, 10:01 PM   #18
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never been to block but ironically have a trip planned that week-I would not need a place to stay but like the idea of being able to fish with block sharpies and more importantly help out a worthy cause-would it be cool to bid knowing I would not being stay with the crew but would enjoy some guided fishing in unfamilar waters ?
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Old 04-26-2012, 08:57 AM   #19
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Yes,,, that would be fine.....

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never been to block but ironically have a trip planned that week-I would not need a place to stay but like the idea of being able to fish with block sharpies and more importantly help out a worthy cause-would it be cool to bid knowing I would not being stay with the crew but would enjoy some guided fishing in unfamilar waters ?
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Old 04-28-2012, 11:00 PM   #20
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Hey just double checking the date for dinner? It's posted as the 16th but the trip is scheduled the 13th-15th.?Thanks, Eric
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Eric,,,, we will have dinner every night except with me it will be nothing special and is usually more like a late lunch just in case you need a power nap before we go fish.

Frank will do something a little more elaborate than I will but I still might make him use paper plates.....

Trust me if I do my job on this trip the last thing the winning bidder will care about is eating......

I also can't emphasize enough how important it is to come rested....
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Old 04-30-2012, 02:16 PM   #22
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OK,,,, 2:45 left.... Where is this going to end....... ???? any guesses.... Remember the cause........

Stay tuned.....

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