Well we kicked off another season and looks like it will be just as tough as the last. Amistad greeted the Anglers with typical winter weather, winds out of the north one day and out of the south the next. It was not to bad for this time of the year. Air temps stayed around the sixty degree mark both days. The water temps stayed around the fifty six degree mark making for some rather pleasant fishing. Some anglers found it tough while others loaded up. Crankbaits and plastics accounted for most of the stringers. Fish were reported being caught at all depths. We had a lighter turnout than in the past, but the economy likely contributed to that. There may have been fewer but the competitors were some of the best in the region. Thanks for those of you who chose to fish with us. I'm looking forward to seeing how the year goes.

As for the business side of things, each club needs to bring a vote when they come to Ivie, on the new proposed payout for 2012.  We are considering upping the percent on first place and lowering it down in the field. This will all depend on how your club votes so talk it over.

We will also be looking at being a part of the new Federation State Website. We have been using this site to get the info out, but we may have a new source. We keep you posted on what we do. David is looking into it.

New members, don't forget that Lakes are off limits from Sunday midnight until Thursday midnight the week prior to an event unless it is a two day event then it is Wednesday midnight. Check the rules if you have any other issues.

Don't forget that at each event weigh in and sign up, that we raffle off a $100 Academy gift card. The proceeds help send the qualifiers to the divisional. Troy Montgomery was the winner this weekend. Congratulations to all of the winners and hope to see you at Ivie. Take care and feel free to call me at 512-755-1378 or email me at  robertabuchanan@yahoo.com!

 

 

 

 

 

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Bobby Hawkins

1300 Bessemer Ave

Llano, Texas  78643

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