First Annual Bomba Bros Ice Fishing Tourney - Page 2 - Striper Talk Striped Bass Fishing, Surfcasting, Boating

RickBomba · 12-30-2008, 03:20 PM

10 day forecast for Sturbridge. We should be fine! Directions to follow in the next few days.

Tonight
Dec 30

Snow Showers Late

35°
22°

50%

35°F

Wed
Dec 31

Snow

26°
5°

100%

26°F

Thu
Jan 1

Partly Cloudy

22°
10°

0%

22°F

Fri
Jan 2

Snow Shower

32°
20°

50%

32°F

Sat
Jan 3

Few Snow Showers

29°
10°

30%

29°F

Sun
Jan 4

Partly Cloudy

27°
19°

10%

27°F

Mon
Jan 5

Partly Cloudy

32°
17°

10%

32°F

Tue
Jan 6

Mostly Cloudy

34°
24°

10%

34°F

Wed
Jan 7

Rain / Snow Showers

40°
22°

60%

40°F

Thu
Jan 8

Sunny

34°
19°

0%

34°F

Rob Rockcrawler · 12-30-2008, 05:44 PM

The ice here in sturbridge melted completely sunday. I have a feeling the mojority of the lake will be iced over by this weekend. A few good days/nights and it should be good to go.

RickBomba · 01-02-2009, 06:31 AM

I just checked the forecast again, looks like only a couple of days will get above freezing, with nighttime temps in the teens. Jan 10th will be a go!

Look for directions to follow, and motel info is in the first post of the thread.

Later,
Rick

RickBomba · 01-02-2009, 11:41 AM

Directions to Bomba Bro’s – SB.com First Annual Ice Fishing Tournament
From Points West:
Masspike to Exit 9, Sturbridge/I84
I84 South towards Hartford for 1.1 miles to exit 3B, Rt. 20 West
Follow Rt. 20 West for 2.4 miles to Brookfield Rd./MA148 on right
Take Right on Brookfield Rd./MA 148 for 1.1 miles, look for Champeaux Rd. on left
Take Left on Champeaux Rd, follow to end, parking is available in lot or on Champeaux Rd.
We will be fishing the Northern Portion of the Reservior (towards Masspike)

From Points East:
Masspike to Exit 9, Sturbridge/I84
I84 South towards Hartford for 1.1 miles to exit 3B, Rt. 20 West
Follow Rt. 20 West for 2.4 miles to Brookfield Rd./MA148 on right
Take Right on Brookfield Rd./MA 148 for 1.1 miles, look for Champeaux Rd. on left
Take Left on Champeaux Rd, follow to end, parking is available in lot or on Champeaux Rd.
We will be fishing the Northern Portion of the Reservior (towards Masspike)

If lost, call Rick at (781)439-1918 or Mikey at (413)210-8491

Tournament to begin at 6 AM on 1/10/08 and will finish at 3 PM.

Rob Rockcrawler · 01-03-2009, 04:43 AM

There is a bait shop on Rt 20 in sturbridge. He should be open around 6, i will check his hours. Best bet for parking is to park at Micnucks Market on the right, it is hard to miss. Its about .5 miles before you get to 148. Park there and walk east 2 buildings, its the sportsman cellar. He is a cranky guy but has the only shiners in town.

Raven · 01-03-2009, 06:56 AM

Ravens Eye view

The Dad Fisherman · 01-03-2009, 11:14 AM

Is that "X" where the big fish are?

Raven · 01-03-2009, 11:25 AM

that's where just " i " was thinking Rick meant we were all fishing so i went to check out an alternate parking spot
for a vehicle or two at the upper yellow arrow and almost
got stuck... in the snow there... the lower yellow arrow is a parking lot there just past ...the fishing area for plenty of people to park and the rest can park along side the res.

i am still determining where the biggens are LOL

RickBomba · 01-03-2009, 01:14 PM

Guys, tournament to start at 7 AM, not 6 as originally planned. I am going to be staying at the Super 8 and will be going down Friday night.

The Dad Fisherman · 01-04-2009, 09:31 PM

What the scoop on Grub...any thoughts??

Raven · 01-05-2009, 05:28 AM

i asked that TDF but it didn't register doh

because it was a line from Jeremiah Johnson

hey kev , did ya find your half barrel yet?

RickBomba · 01-05-2009, 06:45 AM

I'll be bringing my grill with some sausages and stuff. I hear Marky's going to br bringing some venison. I'm sure that Mikey and our friend Shawno will bring some grub as well. Fell free to bring whatever, as I'm sure there will be no shortage of grills!
Later,
Rick
PS-Early dinner to follow at the Picadilly for those who would like to attend, as well.

JohnR · 01-05-2009, 07:58 AM

OK - recommendations for the ice noob

What to bring?

License?
Boots -v- ?
Clothing?
Etcetera...

Getting pretty psyched

Raven · 01-05-2009, 08:07 AM

i recommend bringing a folding chair or plastic chair

extra gloves in case you get yours wet !
and extra dry socks if you sweat yours out

ideally bring a small piece of tuffr insulation sheathing
like styrene board to put your feet on while sitting..
if you have some

i'll be bringing a wire mesh patio table Round ....

sunglasses as it's bright ...prolly light flurries tho
no sun... but it keeps snow/wind out of your eyes

helps to have an ice strainer to to keep holes clear

The Dad Fisherman · 01-05-2009, 08:26 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JohnR

OK - recommendations for the ice noob

What to bring?

License?
Boots -v- ?
Clothing?
Etcetera...

Getting pretty psyched

You definitely want to get your license....just pick up a 3 day if you aren't planning on fishing in MA any more this year..here's the link to get it online.

http://www.mass.gov/dfwele/dfw/recre...ing_online.htm

I sent you a PM on clothing, I know it was long winded but plenty of info there.....best thing you can do for your self is wear good waterproof boots and wool socks....everything else is just layers to keep you warm.

and bring a spare set of dry clothes incase you end up joining the polar bear club..you never know...

Rick, If I can talk the Mrs. into taking a ride for me I'll bring some of that Sausage that I bring to Cutty for the grill.

The Dad Fisherman · 01-05-2009, 08:28 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Raven

hey kev , did ya find your half barrel yet?

Yeah, Mike (FishingFreak) fixed me up with a couple of barrels.....perfect size for a small firepit

Raven · 01-05-2009, 09:56 AM

just so there's no confushion in names

it's known locally as

long pond

http://maps.google.com/maps?q=42.112979000000003,-72.131799000000001+(East+Brimfield+Reservoir)&t=p& z=10&f=d

this the fish and game version of the map

link, ok

RickBomba · 01-05-2009, 12:04 PM

JR,
Waterproof warm boots a must. Change of socks, great idea. Waterproof pants with layers. Good idea to put your korkers over your boots, as well. Aside from that, like the boys sais, bring a chair, maybe some food, beverage of choice, I have neoprene gloves which are nice to handle the fish with, but don't keep you warm at all. Dress warmer than you think, as there is a lot of sitting around. Definately get your 3 day license. You'll need tip-ups and shiners too. You can probably borrow somebody's auger to drill holes. Aside from that, there's a lot of people who are getting pretty exited for this...I am pshyched!!!

Me and the boys will be going out Friday night after work, my number is 781 439 1918 in case you get lost.
Remeber, when you get there, walk out to the front of my truck, down the hill, take a left when you hit the ice, and keep walking till you find me (or not, is ok).
Later,
Rick

The Dad Fisherman · 01-06-2009, 11:09 AM

looking like the weather is going to be pissah

.....30 with a little light snow falling to add to the day. not much accumulation but enough to make everything enjoyable

RickBomba · 01-06-2009, 03:52 PM

Just heard marky and the western mass crew are out.

tynan19 · 01-06-2009, 04:29 PM

Anyone bringing kids? My son wants to come and if it is starting later I think it will be fun for him.

good2hook · 01-06-2009, 04:36 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by tynan19

Anyone bringing kids? My son wants to come and if it is starting later I think it will be fun for him.

my wifes parents are from Royalston. She's coming down with me and my 5 yr.old son. And Bro in law has 2 kids @ the same age. The wives might show up later on in the day. Not 100% certain, but a very good chance. If that helps any

InTheHole · 01-06-2009, 04:48 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by tynan19

Anyone bringing kids? My son wants to come and if it is starting later I think it will be fun for him.

I am trying to juggle around work/hockey games Sat. to see if I can go, If every thing works out I'll have my 3 boys with me (5, 8 and 12) But I won't know until the end of the day Friday.

tynan19 · 01-06-2009, 05:26 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by InTheHole

I am trying to juggle around work/hockey games Sat. to see if I can go, If every thing works out I'll have my 3 boys with me (5, 8 and 12) But I won't know until the end of the day Friday.

Good my son is almost 6.

TDF what about you?

Rob Rockcrawler · 01-06-2009, 04:56 PM

I have an ice report from about 5 miles from hamilton rez. ITs 5.5 inches, top inch is white the rest is nice and black. That was about 20' from shore in 8' of water. Its a bit on the slippery side too. Added another crack to my ass on the second step.

The Dad Fisherman · 01-06-2009, 09:50 PM

No Kids for me......I don't need to battle my daughter to get her out of bed at 4 AM....

tynan19 · 01-07-2009, 10:29 AM

Well it starts at 7a now.

The Dad Fisherman · 01-07-2009, 10:40 AM

hour and a 1/2 ride for me....need to be on the road by 5........trust me, she is NOT a morning person.

besides they are also older and aren't in the "Hanging with Dad is the Best" mode anymore.....only one that greets me at the door when I come home now is the Cat

She's 12 and he'll be 15 in 2 weeks....goes by fast....enjoy it while you can.

The Dad Fisherman · 01-07-2009, 02:26 PM

Just a reminder....don't forget to get your licenses....Just got mine online.....takes all of 2 minutes.

Raven · 01-07-2009, 02:52 PM

for the whole year...

spent some money on some rain proof pants
that that will cut out any wind chill... ect.

and cut some new snow boot liners (insoles)
out of some silver foiled
bubble wrap.

peeled in half

got some mini kivers

for bait too

Gearing up... built a new jiggin stick too...

Kevin do you have any trash can liner plastic BAGS

ten gallon size that will fit a tall 5 gallon bucket?