sign-up thread for " fishing 4 BBQ"

[Capt Dan]

2nd annual Fishing 4 BBQ, sign-up thread.
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Howdy all,
Sorry about the delay on the specifics of this event. I had this all typed out earlier todat and then hit the wrong key , and it was gone!

This event will begin on May 20th in the afternoon, and end around noon on May 22nd.I am posting this on 2-3 other sites that are BBQ orientated.

What I need you to do is sign-up if you are interested in taking someone fishing, or cooking, or helping with clean -up duty, and how many are attending. If you are a captain, then mention how many seats you will have. If you are a BBQ site member, then you need to let us know how many are coming and what days you would like to attend. There may be trips available to fish any time from Friday am till Sunday afternoon.

This event was a great success last year, and I really enjoyed getting the two groups together. We will be having some raffles, a 50/50 drawing, Jerry 16planes is donating an awesome home made drum smoker, that we will raffle off. Also this year we are planning a rib cook off with prizes and cash to the winners. I hope to have both blind judging and peoples choice winners. If you want to cook ribs, but don't have a cooker, there may be some room available on other cookers, or some cookers available too. The ribs will be provided, and included in the cost to enter the event. There will be an admission charge to attend, just like last year. I wish I could fund this event, but I'm still not working.

Any and all money that is left over after paying the bills will be donated to the West Michigan Cancer Center. This year, instead of dealing with the effects of Cancer myself, we will be celebrating my remission from the disease. I truly and sincerely would love to have all of my friends from all 4 sites make an attempt to attend and celebrate life, and friendships, and BBQ and hopefully good fishing.

so before I hit the wrong button again, please sign-up folks, even if you already did on the other thread "should we do it again?".

We have 3 weeks to finish up the planning ,and work this into a really nice event again. Captains and crews, don't be afraid to work out your details between each other in Pm's or emails. I am sure there are some friendships from last year that need renewals.

I will try very hard in the next week to get prices together on the rib contest and the admission prices for all the attendees.

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[Shane Holz]

I would really like to attend but with the price of gas going crazy I need to find someone to split the gas with for the weekend. Anyone from this side want to make a run over?

[Joneser]

It's worth the trip, I hope you find a person to split the cost with.

[Rich Parker]

Just need to confirm with the boss but I think that Sat is wide open.

I would really like to attend but with the price of gas going crazy I need to find someone to split the gas with for the weekend. Anyone from this side want to make a run over?

You should probably stay home if i am cooking ribs. :)

[Shane Holz]

OH, here we go! lol I would like to go just to check it all out. I'm not too concerned about fishing. I grew up Salmon fishing on some very nice boats with people that know how to fish. I'm sort of burnt out of it anymore but I still like smoked fish!

Rich If I bring my cooker you can just throw your ribs in there........

[Rich Parker]

OH, here we go! lol I would like to go just to check it all out. I'm not too concerned about fishing. I grew up Salmon fishing on some very nice boats with people that know how to fish. I'm sort of burnt out of it anymore but I still like smoked fish!

Rich If I bring my cooker you can just throw your ribs in there........

I am in a similar boat (pun intended), but i snagged more than my share in the river over the years. I would like to bring home a couple just to grill, yummy.


You won't get mad if i use your cooker and beat you? LMAO!

[Shane Holz]

I don't get mad about bbq, we do the best we can and we will get there. If I'm not having fun I won't do it, life is too short.

[Rich Parker]

I don't get mad about bbq, we do the best we can and we will get there. If I'm not having fun I won't do it, life is too short.

Yeah, I hear ya! Once you decide if you are going or not let me know and we will work out the details.

[philw]

i will have one of my pits?

[Rich Parker]

i will have one of my pits?

If you will have some extra space that would save me from carrying a drum. Do you want me to bring some fruit wood for ya?

[philw]

If you will have some extra space that would save me from carrying a drum. Do you want me to bring some fruit wood for ya?

no problem richard,i will bring the alveron pig pit then.
4'x5' grill space.

hey dan, john sigler would like to cook in ribs also.
phil w


there are a few good eats around there richard

[Rich Parker]

no problem richard,i will bring the alveron pig pit then.
4'x5' grill space.

hey dan, john sigler would like to cook in ribs also.
phil w


there are a few good eats around there richard

Cool!

I found some extra pvc pipe so if you pick up 4 - 1 1/4" pvc pipe caps you will have a set of extensions. I will make them the same length as mine.

[philw]

Cool!

I found some extra pvc pipe so if you pick up 4 - 1 1/4" pvc pipe caps you will have a set of extensions. I will make them the same length as mine.

that would be cool ,thanks richard.
i will get caps
philw

[Capt Dan]

no problem richard,i will bring the alveron pig pit then.
4'x5' grill space.

hey dan, john sigler would like to cook in ribs also.
phil w


there are a few good eats around there richard

Good deal, I'll add him to the cook's list.

Rich Parker, are you planning on attending, fishing, or cooking ribs for the contest?

[Capt Dan]

here is the list so far.

Captains:
Mark( Adjusted) 2 places
Ed ( Ed B) 2 places
Tom ( Tgafish) 2 places
Tim ( steinfishski) 1-2 places
Martin 1950 and Neal 1 place
Coralee 1-2 places


Rib Judges:

Mark ( 2paws)
Franz
Thunderhead
Butch



Looking for rides:

Brian and Jason Jones
Barb and Jerry
Justin J
Franz
Rat City Hooker
Phil W
Chargrilled
John Sigler
SASS


Rib cooks:

Spanky
Smokin Tim and Tom
Jerry and Barb
Phil W
Joneser and Kelly
SASS
John Sigler


Helpers:
Franz
Larry (RCH)
Coralee
Justin J
Fiji

[Derek]

Have fun guys

[Rich Parker]

Good deal, I'll add him to the cook's list.

Rich Parker, are you planning on attending, fishing, or cooking ribs for the contest?

I plan on cooking ribs. Like we talked about before I would like a fish or two but don't need a ride.

I plan on getting there just before noon, is that good?

[bbqbull]

Captain Dan, thanks for the wonderful invite but I am unable to attend.
Previous engagement scheduled last winter allows me to attend.
Hope you all have a great time.

[Capt Dan]

I plan on cooking ribs. Like we talked about before I would like a fish or two but don't need a ride.

I plan on getting there just before noon, is that good?


OK. I'll put you down as the 8th team then, and I will get you and Brandy a couple salmon or trout to take home.Just before noon on saturday is great.

Everyone at the sportsman's site will be so happy to have the" hardest working man in BBQ" in our presence.:D


Sorry you cannot be there Bull, maybe next year.:)

[Capt Dan]

here is the list so far.

Captains:
Mark( Adjusted) taking RCH Larry and Franz
Ed ( Ed B) taking Phil W and John Sigler
Tom ( Tgafish) taking Justin J and Chargrilled
Tim ( steinfishski) and Fiji taking Brian and Jason
Martin 1950 and Neal Taking SASS
Coralee 1-2 places

still working on the matches...............................


Rib Judges:

Mark ( 2paws)
Franz
Thunderhead
Butch
Ed B


Looking for rides:

Brian and Jason Jones
Barb and Jerry
Justin J
Franz
Rat City Hooker
Phil W
Chargrilled
John Sigler
SASS


Rib cooks:

Spanky
Smokin Tim and Tom
Jerry and Barb
Phil W
Joneser and Kelly
SASS
John Sigler
Rich Parker


Helpers:
Franz
Larry (RCH)
Coralee
Justin J
Fiji

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[Rich Parker]

OK. I'll put you down as the 8th team then, and I will get you and Brandy a couple salmon or trout to take home.Just before noon on saturday is great.

Everyone at the sportsman's site will be so happy to have the" hardest working man in BBQ" in our presence.:D


Sorry you cannot be there Bull, maybe next year.:)

I am looking forward to it!

Brandy will be making some desert for me to bring to go along with the rib dinner.

[Capt Dan]

Thats awesome Rich.


Sounds like a few guys are getting their stuff done early. I wish I was one of them.

At least the sun is out and the forecast looks good. Rounding up raffle prizes over the next few days, along with meats and supplies.

I would like to mention.................If you are bringing a dish to pass(hopefully) please bring the utensils needed to serve it. I will bring extra plates and plasticware, foil pans and racks/burners to keep the food warm. I hope we have a spread as nice as last years.

Here is a quick itinerary for the weekend, so that folks can plan accordingly. I realize ( and so should everyone else) that all people will not get to attend or do all the events. The most important aspect of this event is to rekindle friendships, start new ones, and have some fun and great food. If the good Lord allows, we will have some awesome fishing as a bonus. As the event comes to a close we will all have the satisfaction of donating some money to the SWMCC.

I have my youngest son getting his shoulder operated on friday morning.As soon as the surgery is done and I get the word from the Docs, I will be heading out for the lodge. I am hoping for noonish. We cannot get into the lodge until I get there and pay the check, get the key and sign the agreement. Others can get there as early as friday morning and set up if they would like to. I plan to set up my camp closer to the building than last year, and in the grass.It should save me a mile or so of walking for the weekend. Those that were there last year know how we had the lot situated, so don't be afraid to assist the new participants.

the plan:

Friday........fishing for some of the lucky ones, setting up camps and BS'ing.Those that are there will work together to come up with some grub for the folks who show up later. It would be nice to plan dinner for 6-7 pm or earlier so folks can get to bed early if they want to.

Saturday early risers will be responsible for their own coffee and breakfast. If we want to do something at the lodge, we can plan it the night before. I will be getting up around 3-4 to put pork butts on the smoker for later.

around noon, we should see some of the crews coming back to get prepped for the rib burn.Others will be cooking food and cleaning fish. I hope to have a very nice spread available for the participants and their families and guests. Watching the rib cooks should be plenty of entertainment. I think we should eat around 2-3 pm. I am cooking pork, pork, and more types of pork. I am planning on 8 teams cooking ribs.

around 6-7 pm we will start planning the rib contest turn - ins, and the judges will arrive and have a quick lesson on what to expect and how to judge the ribs. we will have 8 judges also. Everyone else is also invited to taste and judge the ribs for the "peoples choice" award. These lucky folks will be expected to write down their favorites and we will tabulate their scores for that award.While the scores are being tabulated( no Steve and Mark are not doing the math) we will hold the raffles. After the raffles, we will award the RIB KING and PEOPLES CHOICE awards.

some clean-up will need to take place, and if we get allot of volunteers, it shouldn't take long. The rest of the night should be excellent fishing lies, a few ****tails, and a laugh or two. Sunday morning trips will be planned for those who need more fishing time.

Sunday we need to be cleaned up and out of the Lodge by 12-1 pm.I plan to make some breakfast foods for those who are still around to help clean up. Hopefully around 8-9ish. Anyone who goes fishing should be sure to do whatever you need to do inside the lodge before you go. It will be locked when I leave. Please do a good job cleaning your campsites and parking areas when you leave.

That's the plan, it's not written in stone and I am open to suggestions. As I mentioned last year, this is allot of work, and I don't mind doing my share, but I cannot cook and run the show, so I will need some help with the following things.

Clean-up chairman
Garbage detail
rib contest chairman
raffle chairman
food chairman
Big Fish contest chairman
participation fee chairman
Beverage Chairman

we have a list of helpers, judges, anglers and cooks. If you are not on one or more of these lists, then we need to get you on one. When everyone pitches in to help, it makes it so much easier for us all. Schedules won't match up for all, so try and fit in some help when you are available. I truly appreciate it.

I believe we will have 40-50 people around throughout Saturday, and maybe 20-25 Friday afternoon/evening.
I don't expect folks to bring a dish to pass to feed 50, just do what you can. We should have plenty to eat most of the weekend. It's a great time to showcase your talents as a cook, captain, fisherman, or storyteller.

any questions? Suggestions? Volunteers? Additions to any lists?

Off to get the awards, and supplies.

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[philw]

i will be getting there around noon on fri.

[Capt Dan]

i will be getting there around noon on fri.

I am trying to get there asap. I am probably going to be closer to 1. I will get the key around 2 pm. Then we can draw power and water.;)