First Annual Bomba Bros Ice Fishing Tourney

[Raven]

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]

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]

OK - recommendations for the ice noob

What to bring?

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

Getting pretty psyched

[Raven]

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]

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]

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]

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]

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

[RickBomba]

Very Nice Kevin,
As you know, no one loves the sausage more than my brother!

[FishermanTim]

I would suggest getting an ice thickness measurement, so that you won't potentially have 6-10 guys standing together on 5 inches of ice.
You may want to remind people of the state's "ice safety tips" for anyone new to ice fishing.

here is the short version:
Ice Thickness (inches) Permissible Load
(clear, blue, lake ice)

2" or less STAY OFF!
4" Ice fishing or other activities on foot
5" Snowmobile or ATV
8" - 12" Car or small pickup truck
12" - 15" Medium truck

white (or non-clear ice) 1/2 that of clear ice
Frozen slush " " " "

When we have a thaw / freeze cycle like we have had recently, any snow cover on the ice may just be ice-crusted and should be tested for safety. Trust me, you DO NOT want to join the polar bear club by accident.

For the ice rookies (or less experienced) regardless of whether it's warm or cold, the ice will make noise. Popping and cracking is going to happen, but as long as the temps are cold, it ususally means that ice is forming, not the opposite.

Ice fishing is one outdoor sport where you prepare for an accident every time you head out. Thankfully it's preparation and not reaction.

Hope you all have a great time, and may the call "FLAG!!!" be heard from shore to shore.

[Raven]

depth of spot = 5 feet

i'm bringing a rope anyways

safety first

[The Dad Fisherman]

Originally Posted by RickBomba

Very Nice Kevin,
As you know, no one loves the sausage more than my brother!

Sausage has been confirmed......my wife is picking it up today for us.