On Wednesday night April 18, 2018, I attended the monthly SJBCA 3rd Wednesday of the month meeting down at the 4th Ward Clubhouse... This was a Make-up date from our March 21st snow cancelled meeting.
Member Turnout was slightly below average as we had 11 Bass Clubs reps in attendance.
SJBCA Officers and Bass Clubs in attendance: Fred Lentz- President (South Jersey Hawg Hunters) Rashawn Lewis- 1st Vice President (South Jersey Hook This! Coty Camp- 2nd Vice President (Backwoods Bassers)- N/A Stu Cohen- Treasurer (South Jersey Kayak Fishing Clu- Al Franchetta- Secretary (Cumberland County BassMasters) Brian Camp - Tournament Director - (Backwoods Bassers) Robert Jack - Director 1 (Director River Fisherman's Association) Mike Graham- Director 2 (4th Ward Bass Anglers)
*Approval of February 21st, 2018 General Meeting minutes as documented in handout.
Guest in attendance and Special presentations:
* N/A
Officers Report:
* Secretary: Al Francehetta
1. Accepting 2018 Official Club Rosters.
* Treasurer Report: Stu Cohen-
* Financial report- Balance of $2,978.65
* Tournament Director: Brian Camp
* John Sullivan/Bill Ash (Top Rod)
* 1st Director: Robert Jack
* Nothing
* 2nd Director: Mike G.
* Nothing
* 2nd Vice President: Coty Camp -
- N/A
* 1st Vice President: Rashawn L..
- Newton Creek Water Shed Association upcoming meeting Tuesday, April 24th, 2018 at 6pm to be held at Cooper River Boat House. Lorraine Prince of the NCWSA is meeting with Maggie McCann of the Camden County Parks to talk about Park maintenance issues.
*Conowingo Dam: Joe Love (MD Fisheries Biologist) reached out to about 5 or so Bass Clubs that fish or hold Open Buddy Tourney's out of Glen Cove Marina in Darlington, MD. He requested suggestions on How it can be improved with additional resources (See Attachments) w/ suggestions from clubs asked to respond.
* D.O.D.- Philly Enquirer Reporter Kevin Riordan did a story on the Hidden Dangers in SJ waterways. Wanted stake holders/local's to provide input Thursday, April 19th, 2018 at D.O.D. Lake 2pm. In the interim, I reached out to Capt. Risher, Chris Smith, and Jason Heron. Law Enforcement arm of the Conservation Officers, NJ Division of Fish and Wildlife, and the NJ Bureau of Land and Management. Larry Hajna at 609-984-1795 is the NJ Press Officer.
* Potomac River- Last weekend- 2 Anglers died leaving Mattawoben Creek as there Bass boat took on water and capsize. Both anglers were not wearing any PFD or life jackets.
*President: Big Fred Lentz
- Sunset Lake Ramp is GARBAGE- No incline or drop off to get boat off trailer. Anglers must back all 4 tires in and use 4x4 wheel drive to get out. No access to the speedway\zoo area as water level\entry way doesn't allow for smooth access.
Committee Reports:
Audit Committee- 2018 committee to include: John Sullivan, Mike Riordan, and Robert Jack
* Conducted 2017 Audit and found no discrepancies
Scholarship Committee:
- MaryAnne Franchetta, Mike Riordan, and Me.
- Lewis stated that as of this meeting, we had only received 3 applicants. However as of Monday, April 23rd, we're now up to 11 Applicants. As the Deadline May 1st approaches, Lewis is confident that more will come in. Additional $100 Donation made by Mike Riordan to go towards the scholarship program.
[b]Flea Market Committee: Jake Haas, Al Franchetta, and Stu Cohen
* Review Flea Market
* Drawing for free dues for next year from clubs that donated towards the tackle box raffle.
CLUB Business:
* Weigh-In Trailer- Nothing New to report
Youth Fishing Activities:
* The Salem County Youth Outdoor Day held in August 2018 maybe ending its long time run as event Kayak\canoe sponsors are volunteering less and less. The Division of NJ Conservation Officers also state there concern as less things to do creates a bottleneck problem with certain area being more crowded than others.
Tournament and Lake News: * Tournament news and conflicts*
* Lake and Ramp Updates
Association Business: Old Business:
* Vote on location of the 2018 Bass Bowl ramp location
Delaware River out of Gloucester City.
* Reviewed and Approved New Budget for 2018 which had been delayed the last 2 meetings.
New Business:
* Initial planning for the annual buddy tournament on Fathers Day (June 17)
------------------------------------------- Good of the Association:
* N/A
Upcoming Events:
(Anyone that wants an event listed here can contact me- )
* None Listed
Open Buddy Tournaments up to May 16, 2018:
April 8th at Salem Canal Hosted by Tidewater Bassers
April 14th at Union Lake hosted by Barrington Rod and Reel
Noteworthy announcements & Upcoming Events:
* The Ike Foundations HookEmEarly Kids fishing tournament on Saturday, May 12, 2018, to be held at Haddon Lake Park. Times are 12pm to 3pm. More details can be found on the Ike Foundation Website.
50/50 Raffle (to pay for the snacks)
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Next Meeting:SJBCA * 8pm, Wednesday, May 16, 2018 at the 4th Ward Bass Anglers Club house near Parvin State Park. Meeting starts at 8pm.
Some of the items on the agenda will be:
* Guest Speaker- Chris Smith, Sr. Biologist, State of NJ Fish and Wildlife.
* Plan for annual barbecue/meeting at Parvin State Park on July 18. Vote on expenses.
*Final planning for the Annual Steven Steinmetz Buddy Bass Tournament on Union Lake to be held on June 17, 2018.
* Hold drawing among clubs who donated tackle towards the raffle at the Flea market for free dues for next year.
* Scholarship Applications are starting to be returned from potential candidates.
* When fishing in rough water\windy conditions, always remember to wear your PFD/Life jacket.
* Joe Love's Suggestions for Glen Cove Marina at the Conowingo Dam is attached.
* SJBCA Annual Father's Day Open Buddy Tournament to be held Sun. June 17th, 2018.
Any SJHT member is welcome to attend, meet up, or travel down with me to the monthly SJBCA meetings. The inner and outer workings is open to anyone interested in learning more about these meetings.
* Meeting was adjourned around 9:30 pmish
That's all I have!!
BN06
Edited by BigNasty06 on 04/23/2018
BN06, President
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