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ANOTHER....Tampa Bay rendezvous!
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| Author | Topic: ANOTHER....Tampa Bay rendezvous! |
| The Judge |
posted 08-26-2005 10:29 AM ET (US)  
I was just looking at the pics from February and decided we NEED to another rendezvous at Beercan. I was think another "Boatoberfest". Who is in for something in October? Keg? |
| myakka |
posted 08-26-2005 06:42 PM ET (US)
I'm in. Thats within striking distance for me. Mike |
| TampaTom |
posted 08-26-2005 10:14 PM ET (US)
Expect this will be the first endurance run on the new 15'. |
| BOB KEMMLER JR |
posted 08-27-2005 12:02 PM ET (US)
i have to get either the 21 or the 15 ready asap,i'm in ;o) |
| myakka |
posted 08-27-2005 07:53 PM ET (US)
The Judge I don't think you said "keg" loud enough. myakka |
| fno |
posted 08-29-2005 08:44 AM ET (US)
Ditto on the Keg!!! I'll be dry and dusty by that time, all this time wpent in Oklahoma. |
| The Judge |
posted 08-29-2005 12:15 PM ET (US)
Where is Janis, Pat, Smitty, Bill C, Stefan, Ward, Chris & Michelle, Don, etc? If we gonna get a KEG, we need a big friggin turnout! I think our record is 20+ boats and so far we have 6 or 7. |
| an86carrera |
posted 08-29-2005 04:20 PM ET (US)
Is this in Longboat Pass? |
| cmarques |
posted 08-29-2005 07:17 PM ET (US)
Count us in depending on the date! Sorry we missed the last one a few weeks ago but ready to go now. Just don't get a keg of Bud p-water. Chris |
| smirkless |
posted 08-29-2005 09:17 PM ET (US)
Gotta be there!!!! Not drivin back Sat. night this time. Just about anything else will do. I havn't been in the boat since getting my arse beat going to Bimini. Look forward to it. Smirky :-) |
| Joe 15 SS LTD |
posted 08-29-2005 10:27 PM ET (US)
I am a newbie where is Beercan , off picnic island? |
| The Judge |
posted 08-30-2005 10:20 AM ET (US)
Beercan is just inside Longboat pass which is an inlet between Longboat key and Anna Maria Island. Roughly in between St Pete and Sarasota. |
| Draftmanswife |
posted 08-30-2005 08:35 PM ET (US)
Ut O...here we go again... We'll be there...pick a date Big. Janis |
| The Judge |
posted 08-31-2005 11:20 AM ET (US)
Saturday the 15th! 11am |
| smirkless |
posted 08-31-2005 01:09 PM ET (US)
Its on the outside of the bridge, south side of the pass. Looks like a sandbar...cuz it is. |
| The Judge |
posted 08-31-2005 03:55 PM ET (US)
Actually now it has grown so big parts of it are under the bridge. They also made the onlet slow speed no wake so anywhere you park now is calm. Not to be confused with Jewfish key which is an island and sanbar just to the east of the bridge. |
| an86carrera |
posted 09-01-2005 10:16 AM ET (US)
Why do they always use the manatee guise for places that they want you slow down now? Also then, why do manatees only hang out near rich people’s homes? That no wake zone showed up overnight without proper signage and police there that morning giving out tickets. I had to pull over an officer to find out where the zone started and stopped. For all’s interest he said drawn a line between the sign at the seawall on the end of Anna Maria to the tip of jewfish key. There is now a sign there also in about three feet of water. I live very near there so I’ll see you all then. I’ll be in my beater/flats fishing ’67 13’ if it’s not too choppy, otherwise the Proline 220 Sport. If anybody needs dockage I live on the water off Palma Sola Bay. |
| myakka |
posted 09-07-2005 04:10 PM ET (US)
I count ten. Half way to a KEG. Are there any locals who never go to these rendezvous? |
| sharkbait |
posted 09-08-2005 01:46 PM ET (US)
11... plan to make it! |
| The Judge |
posted 09-09-2005 12:42 AM ET (US)
Looks like the guy I sold my 15 today may also be showing up....12? |
| jbourg |
posted 09-09-2005 02:15 PM ET (US)
13, if I can arrange my schedule. Jim |
| cmarques |
posted 09-09-2005 06:55 PM ET (US)
As long as we're good for the 15th, we'll be there. Chris |
| Swellmonster |
posted 09-10-2005 02:42 AM ET (US)
I definately can not do the 15th weekend. :( My new job has me busy "facilitating" a wedding in the afternoon and a party for 100 on Bellaire beach in the eve.. But I still wana be there...... |
| myakka |
posted 09-10-2005 08:33 AM ET (US)
That gives us 14 and one in spirit Swellmonster, send the sheep in your place |
| The Judge |
posted 09-10-2005 11:41 AM ET (US)
I have a new sheep(still in the box) I will bring in spirit for Pat. Just bought the wife a new Jeep Liberty TURBO DIESEL so I can't wait to tow the boat. Keep the list growing....we NEED to get a keg! |
| myakka |
posted 09-11-2005 12:23 AM ET (US)
Oh no, did he wear the other sheep out? |
| stefan |
posted 09-11-2005 11:20 AM ET (US)
I'm in, but beer can again?-3-4x now- how about new scenery-shell key, fort dosoto etc....- majority rules, so I'll be happy wherever-just a thought..... |
| The Judge |
posted 09-13-2005 02:24 PM ET (US)
I heard shell key is so shallow now that we may have problems there. The problem with Ft Desoto and shell are the alcohol rules. You have to stand in the water to drink. Gonna be a problem with a keg. With 20 boats, cops will be on us like flies. We'll stick with Beercan this time being Frank and such have family here. Let's set one up for late winter in Homasassa or Tarpon springs, etc....fair? |
| sharkbait |
posted 09-13-2005 04:33 PM ET (US)
Are there any other locations near beer can? It is a nice view N/NW but east view of bridge and cars cars wizzing by 100 feet away?? Is it possible to do a little island hopping/site seeing in that area? |
| myakka |
posted 09-13-2005 08:49 PM ET (US)
Beercan is fine with me. For future refrence, how was stump pass as a rendezvous site? Mike |
| whaler131 |
posted 09-13-2005 09:45 PM ET (US)
I use to live in Bradenton 4 years ago. My wife and I are planning on comming down to our trailer at Polk Ciy in the middle of oct . Would love to get there. I am planning on doing some fishing around there anyway. I live back in ohio now . I am bring my small whaler this time, the 11 not the 22 because it is easer on gas to pull down. Please let me know details, thanks joe |
| an86carrera |
posted 09-13-2005 10:36 PM ET (US)
Beer can is very nice on the west side but must have east wind and no swell. Has any body been on Gilligan's Island..? name? located northeast anna maria sound? I have never been ashore there so I'm not sure about it's bug population. It is accesable and looks nice lots of trees and small beach. |
| stefan |
posted 09-14-2005 07:48 AM ET (US)
fair enough nick- ah, so that's why they call it beer can.....-LOL ,except that day we'll call it beer keg island! |
| BOB KEMMLER JR |
posted 09-14-2005 01:10 PM ET (US)
man i hope i can get my 15 done in time lol |
| The Judge |
posted 09-14-2005 02:17 PM ET (US)
Gilligan's is VERY shallow and channel is right there so boats get bounced around. They just made Longboat pass slow speed no wake so it is real protected now. |
| Swellmonster |
posted 09-15-2005 10:58 PM ET (US)
Baaahhhhhh :) |
| TampaTom |
posted 09-19-2005 08:19 PM ET (US)
Can't make this one. My 3 boys are racing Opti's down in Ft. Myers that weekend. I was looking forward to bouncing down Tampa Bay in the new 15' |
| InHerNet |
posted 09-20-2005 08:12 PM ET (US)
I unfortunately will be a no show for this event also. So have fun and maybe the next one. Don |
| cbgann |
posted 09-22-2005 02:33 PM ET (US)
Where do you launch? End of 64 area?? Thanks, Bill |
| The Judge |
posted 09-22-2005 03:27 PM ET (US)
Most who trailer launch in Ellenton off 301 by my house. We then run up river and south down the ICW to Beercan. |
| stefan |
posted 09-23-2005 08:13 PM ET (US)
pat, ric- let's launch from ST Pete - get rooms at the holiday inn there like pat did last time- sound like a plan? |
| myakka |
posted 09-23-2005 10:32 PM ET (US)
Bob Are you and I the only one's comming up from the south? Mike |
| myakka |
posted 09-23-2005 10:34 PM ET (US)
Don I'm truly disappointed! Who will bring the painted ladies? LOL Mike |
| BOB KEMMLER JR |
posted 09-24-2005 08:14 PM ET (US)
yea man,i think WW was going to show up at this one too ;o) |
| The Judge |
posted 09-25-2005 01:37 AM ET (US)
Don you wussy! |
| InHerNet |
posted 09-26-2005 08:41 PM ET (US)
As much as I would like to hang with all of you crazy people it is impossible to make it this time no matter how much you try to entice me with the ww and alike. I have been working on my new house for the past few months and I am still in the process. The whaler is sitting on the davits in the back yard and I even have my own private boat ramp to run anywhere. I’m only minutes to the Gulf and still no time at this point to use any of it. But once the pool, bar, game room, waterfall and landscaping is in it will be party time. I will host a party up here. Don |
| an86carrera |
posted 09-26-2005 09:01 PM ET (US)
There are a couple of ramps on Anna Maria Island and some real nice beach hotels. None of them that I know of have dockage (I could be totally wrong) but again, you are welcome to tie up behind my house. I live two miles from the beach off Palma Sola Bay. There are some very good resturants on the water. One has very good outdoor music and food. We could start Friday nite. Let me know if I can help any of the travelers. Len |
| myakka |
posted 09-26-2005 09:15 PM ET (US)
Don Stay on top of your GC! New construction can take as much as 18 months in Charlotte County. Good Luck Mike |
| BOB KEMMLER JR |
posted 09-26-2005 09:35 PM ET (US)
Don i'm in the same boat as you with the house remodeling.Right now my 15 and 21 are apart,so i may be there in pops 13 :o( |
| The Judge |
posted 09-27-2005 12:52 PM ET (US)
Make sure you buy some hurricane shutters....I know a salesman who is cheap:) Just finished my new bulkhead & dock. I have almost 120' if anyone needs to keep a boat there for the weekend...Frank? |
| where2 |
posted 09-30-2005 10:16 PM ET (US)
Judge, email me with the info on that "cheap" shutter guy around Ellenton. I've got a female friend with a house in Ellenton who is still using plywood. (her house is maybe 30 months old, and obviously the county wasn't specifying that every house come with impact glass or shutters/panels when it was built). Palm Beach County requires impact glass or panels/shutters, and I LOVE my accordions. Also curious whether your new bulkhead is concrete, aluminum, composite, or wood? And No, I'm not in for the keg trip, although I do keep track of what you guys are planning. |
| myakka |
posted 10-01-2005 05:08 PM ET (US)
where2 You are welcome to join us with out taking part in our keg. Mike |
| BOB KEMMLER JR |
posted 10-01-2005 09:41 PM ET (US)
I'm ready for his share of the keg,been a rough day.it's looking like i might have to bum a ride if i don't bring pops 13,anyone need a designated drunk?lol |
| myakka |
posted 10-02-2005 08:59 AM ET (US)
Bob you are always welcome on my boats. I'll have two others onboard so you dont have to drink alone. Mike |
| where2 |
posted 10-02-2005 10:44 PM ET (US)
Mike, I appreciate the invitation. However, I suspect my better half would get somewhat jealous if I left her home two weekends in a row. I took some grief last weekend for going out in the Sport without her. (Fortunately, my dad smoothed that over by taking my wife and I for a ride in his Edgewater later that day). |
| Swellmonster |
posted 10-03-2005 10:32 PM ET (US)
Sorry I am missing the fun........ :( |
| smirkless |
posted 10-05-2005 02:29 PM ET (US)
Last time we stayed at some little fish camp. Don't think we are welcome back there :-) Anyone have information on a place to stay? Anyone have kids or teenagers coming? My son Ethan is looking for more entertainment than dad sucking on a keg as usual. Smirk :-) |
| smirkless |
posted 10-05-2005 02:30 PM ET (US)
p.s. will be the smirkman's birthday. |
| zotcha |
posted 10-05-2005 09:10 PM ET (US)
Smirkless, how are ya? Just got back from Antique and Classic Boat Society meet in Charlotte Sept. 8,9,10,11 including full tour of Dale Earnhart Inc.. Awesome! JS-04 is running Hot with new 350. Been stalking from Jersey while on vacation thinking I'd like to do Tampa with the Whaler-only 8 hours since you saw her in Beaufort! I know...I know. N E Way, if I can make it I'll probably be alone since my brother did Beaufort, Charlotte and a week on the Cape this summer with me. Gotta a killer place in Long Boat Key I will be using if I make it. Forgot my last day of unscheduled vacation is the 15th, and now find out may be building another Jersey Skiff that weekend. I'll let you know. Say hello to Ethan for me and Tom. P.S. Biggs, got room for a 15 for a few days? Don't think there's space in Long Boat.?. Mike. |
| The Judge |
posted 10-07-2005 12:46 PM ET (US)
Plenty of room for your ride....especially the JS:) Where2...that was a joke....Don sells storm shutters. Bulkhead and dock are wood. Cement is no longer allowed here and fiberglass is double the cost. Talked with Janis and the T's me team is in as well. Who else? Not sure if we have enough boats for a keg, then again it is Ward's B-Day ;) |
| cmarques |
posted 10-07-2005 07:11 PM ET (US)
I will be there, Michelle already has other plans that day so might not make it. I may bring a friend from work (not afraid of beer) if Michelle can't make it. Not sure if we'll follow from Nick's or come over from Sarasota yet though. What time? Chris |
| The Judge |
posted 10-07-2005 11:39 PM ET (US)
Usual time....11:00ish |
| The Judge |
posted 10-07-2005 11:41 PM ET (US)
Roll Call?.....who's DEFINATELY coming? |
| zotcha |
posted 10-08-2005 01:47 PM ET (US)
BigS unfortunately I'm not a definate yet. However looks like my presence is not required for the laying up of the fourth hull out of the JS mold! Will let you know. Still trying to get used to being single. Haven't advised the site yet but had to put Zotcha down August 25, and just haven't been able to get it right yet. Hoping to return to Bradenton for this one. OK if I let some fellow ClassicSeacrafters in on the festivities? Oh and the JS is running strong, but trying to keep her from salt as much as I can. You have to check out www.speedskiffs.com. Renamed, renumbered and quick. Go to skiff outings and check out Charlotte. Dale Earnhart Inc. was awesome. "Cafeteria" was literally a four star restaurant. Seriously wild. Mike. |
| The Judge |
posted 10-09-2005 11:52 AM ET (US)
SeaCrafts are always welcome and I usually post an invite on classicseacraft.com. My friend has both a Whaler & a 23 SC so we invite both. Sometimes we get 1 or 2 seacrafts. My friend Lindsey Pirie used to build JS's back in Jersey. He had the old Binder molds. I almost bought one years ago but the idea of me owning an inboard was just stupid the way I dredged Barnegat bay:) |
| an86carrera |
posted 10-09-2005 07:11 PM ET (US)
I'll be comming from Palma Sola Bay. If I can help let me know! I know I'm new but looking foward to meeting Y'all. Len |
| an86carrera |
posted 10-09-2005 07:13 PM ET (US)
Ps. Would love see a Jersey Skiff there...I want one! |
| myakka |
posted 10-09-2005 08:55 PM ET (US)
I'm in! |
| zotcha |
posted 10-10-2005 09:00 PM ET (US)
Guys, love to see the interest in the Skiffs! Plan now for Mt. Dora this March! All kinds of Crap to see! Smirkless pulled me to the dock last year. BTW, run this weekend to see if skiffers like Tremble Park for the skiffs this year (where I met his son Ethan). Looks like I will not make this or Long Boat. Spent all day building stringers and core for new skiff to be laid up Friday morning (about 5 a.m.). Fourth out of the mold and first I would not be a part of. Building for a friend who is replacing his late 70's Bender. Oh, and with more H.P.. I want to come to Bradenton so bad! Buddy in Ellenton or Palmetto still trying to become a snook guide, and he is AWESOME! Middletown, NJ originally, "but you would never know it, of course." Laid back, and focused. Haven't been back since Manhattan Bagel changed hands 7 or 8 years ago. Spent first month there opening it with another buddy, somewheres around 1996. If I can't meet you guys this weekend, HAVE A BALL!!! I will make it with the refurbed 1982 15 one of these times for sure. If you want to see twenty or so Jersey Speed Skiffs, make the trip to Mt. Dora in March. Plenty of stuff for a day trip with the family, launch Whalers, and just hang. Fresh water is really cool for a change. Sorry it doesn't look like I'll make it but don't count me out in the future. Definately B4 I lose access to the condo! Be safe and have 4 for me. Mike. |
| zotcha |
posted 10-10-2005 09:03 PM ET (US)
BTW, CMARQUES, hello to you and Michelle. Mike and Tom. |
| Swellmonster |
posted 10-11-2005 11:37 PM ET (US)
Ward, Holiday Inn Sunspree at the Skyway, nice place, marina.... Call me.. Pat |
| sharkbait |
posted 10-12-2005 07:23 AM ET (US)
I will miss the event and instead will be having "fun" installing new kitchen and bathroom cabinets and other misc. items for my mom in a condo she and my dad will be moving into in South Miami. Have fun... Just Whale It! |
| smirkless |
posted 10-12-2005 07:28 AM ET (US)
Looks like I might have to skip this one due to work but don't know yet. Mike, looks like we'll mis you either way but will catch you at Mt. Dora probably. Pat, thanks for the hotel info, hope I get to use it. I'll try to post soon if in or out. |
| Draftmanswife |
posted 10-12-2005 04:22 PM ET (US)
Due to me being away so much in September I must work on Saturday. Next Time! Janis |
| BOB KEMMLER JR |
posted 10-13-2005 10:50 AM ET (US)
ain't looking good for us either.Just too soon after getting into the new house,way too many honey-do's :o( |
| The Judge |
posted 10-13-2005 11:38 AM ET (US)
Well if ANYONE shows up I will be in a 17 Newtauk with green decals and top. |
| fno |
posted 10-13-2005 01:07 PM ET (US)
I'll check with the warden. Just got back form two weeks in Italy, so I'm bushed. Ialso don't have a truck to pull the boat, it's in OK. |
| The Judge |
posted 10-13-2005 02:32 PM ET (US)
I'm solo I think so you are more than welcome. |
| cbgann |
posted 10-14-2005 08:01 PM ET (US)
Hi Judge, If we come South on I75 and head west on 301, Where is the ramp you referred to? Thanks, Bill |
| The Judge |
posted 10-15-2005 12:35 AM ET (US)
It is about 2 miles from I75. You will make a left at the first "Highland Shores" sign and then bear right at the 2nd street......go until you hit the ramp. You can also call me at 941-545-3808 being I have to drop mine in as well. |
| cmarques |
posted 10-15-2005 12:46 AM ET (US)
Sorry I'm gonna have to miss out. Have stuff later in the day and can't be out there and be back to Orlando in time. catch up with everyone next time. Chris |
| myakka |
posted 10-15-2005 03:38 PM ET (US)
Sorry guys, I had to bail. My A.W.S. flaired up again. Mike |
| an86carrera |
posted 10-15-2005 07:23 PM ET (US)
Boston Bhalers! |
| BOB KEMMLER JR |
posted 10-15-2005 09:08 PM ET (US)
gimee a couple weeks |
| where2 |
posted 10-15-2005 10:00 PM ET (US)
Well, if Bill (cbgann) and Nick (the judge) got together, then I feel certain there was more than enough "Whaler Talk" going on around the keg... One of these days, I'll make that rendevous. |
| cbgann |
posted 10-16-2005 09:21 AM ET (US)
Thanks to THe Judge for a great afternoon and plenty of Whaler talk. Thought I had seen all of the Classic Configurations, but Nick's was my first Factory Newtauk. We arrived a little late as we launched in St. Pete and made the Tampa Bay crossing which is more intimidating on the water than looking from the SkyWay Bridge. With a Northeast wind it gets a little snotty around the ship channel but nothing the Montauk and Jay's 15' Alert couldnt handle. When we found Beercan, Nick had a good headstart on the beer and Len had already gone home to get his big water boat. To those in the Tampa area, Beercan is similiar but smaller than 3 Rooker but the scenery was very impressive and the park rangers were not giving tickets to the T-Backers. Thanks again to Nick and Len for a great afternoon. Bill and Jay |
| The Judge |
posted 10-17-2005 01:05 PM ET (US)
While 4 boats is not a spectacular showing...the weather was. Got there about noon and Len and his wife showed up about 12:30 in his very well maintained 67 13'. They split about 3pm. I was just finishing my beer about 3:15 when Bill called and informed me they were about 200 yards away. Len returned in his 22 Pro-Line. We shot the bull till about 5:15 or so and we all headed home. My face is a tad on the red shade but all is well after a beautifull day on the water. Glad I did not get a keg! |
| prxmid |
posted 10-18-2005 04:18 PM ET (US)
Hey Judge, miss your participation in the rest of the forum |
| The Judge |
posted 10-18-2005 08:29 PM ET (US)
Don't really have anything left to say....hence why I am nolonger a "Bigshot" ;) |
| myakka |
posted 10-19-2005 05:24 AM ET (US)
Judge I'll take the risk on the keg next time. Mike |
| BOB KEMMLER JR |
posted 10-19-2005 02:07 PM ET (US)
lets hope wilma leaves beercan island there |
| zotcha |
posted 10-19-2005 09:24 PM ET (US)
Dude, don't lose the faith! Wished I was there all weekend! A blast will be had by all, just wait! Hold on for Wilma, best of luck to all. There will be another Beer Can, just wait! Had the 15 out today with my brother catchin' short trout and had a rip! Have to admit, I did not like the cast net on top of my casting platform but it's replacable. Everything else is O.K. Mike. Stay Safe. |
| Swellmonster |
posted 10-20-2005 11:18 PM ET (US)
Sorry I missed it. As I mentioned, had to work..... :( Nick, If you and Lorie and UBU need a place to crash.... for wilma.. brian tooooo.. 813 766-1969 |
| cmarques |
posted 10-21-2005 09:01 PM ET (US)
We won't miss the next one. Got a new truck and had to do paperwork and stuff, so sorry we missed. Just got a 2005 Ram Quad Cab Hemi- no problem towing the Whaler anywhere now! Chris |
| The Judge |
posted 10-23-2005 01:29 AM ET (US)
At $3 a gallon Chris...think again or think DIESEL :) |
| freboat |
posted 10-28-2005 10:50 AM ET (US)
Sorry I missed this one. Daughter got married. Will be there on the next one. |
| BKOutrage |
posted 10-31-2005 09:03 AM ET (US)
If you guys don't mind a newbie who is under drinking age showing up, I'm all for beercan island next time!! -Ben |
| smirkless |
posted 10-31-2005 09:48 PM ET (US)
Sure Ben... My son(s) often come as well. Smirk |
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