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The St. Joseph Bass Fishing Club.
This is actually very near and dear to my heart as it sure would have been great when I was a kid. Trust me, it would have had a real positive influence on my terrible high school experience. Here is a note Chago sent explaining where they are in the process, and it looks like they are ready to go.
I just wanted to update you on the St. Joseph Bass Fishing Club. We are now an official club member of the Texas High School Bass Association. The club will fish the Hill Country Division, including Buchanon, LBJ, Travis, Canyon, Belton, and Palestine Lakes over the upcoming school year. The enrollment is open to interested students, but they must understand bass fishing requires input to produce a good return on investment. The sport allows everyone to compete on an equal playing field, and the fish don’t care about a particular political stance.Additionally, we have a strict no pass, no fish policy.The rest of the story. The startup cost for such an organization is steep but not ascertainable. We have sent out several letters regarding sponsorships and donations. Of you, I am asking for a simple request. If any of your followers have any unused fishing products such as lures, line, hooks, reels or rods, the club would be interested in a donation. Unfortunately, social media sometimes portrays fishing requirements of high monetary value, but we all know otherwise. I know which push button combo I started with, and boy did I love that rod and reel. The best thing for these young men and women is to get them out on the water and allowing the “tug of the line” to do the rest. Please don’t’ misunderstand my comments. I know times have changed, and so has the industry, but the sense of belonging is part of our program and indeed the beginning.If this may be to forward for your readers, I understand. If you believe some of them may be interested, I can provide a mailing or drop off address. I know we would even cover the shipping if it is from out of town.Thank you for allowing me the opportunity.Respectfully,ChagoI did fail to mention one of the more essential items for the club is time. If anyone is interested in being a captain for one of the tournaments, we would be honored. The club will cover boat fuel expenses and a night’s lodging if necessary.Thank you for listening and providing the jumpstart exposure.
First congratulations. I can just image how excited they will be when they fish their first tournament. I fished lots in the day and will be rooting for them!
http://www.texashighschoolbassassn.com/home/
The club has jumped right in and the road will be tough but that makes it what it is. So you tournament guys give them a ride. Bass fisherman know that the youth are the future of the sport and the bedrock that will keep all of us fishing. So if you can possibly help with a boat give them a shout out they will appreciate it. It is important.
Of course they need some start up help, and we can do several things to help these kids learn to love fishing as much as we do. The easy way – just open your wallet and cough it up. If you own a boat, and a bizzlion bucks worth of tackle and rod and reels, you can afford to help. No excuse, you spend plenty on your trips to the tackle store. Think about what would have meant to you when you were a kid. They are not asking for your first born, just some help.
Another option is gift certificates to Bass Pro, Cabela’s, or Academy or even your local tackle store, then they can shop for their specific needs. Or even more fun, go shopping. You know what they need, rod and reel combos, sinko style plastics which work anywhere on the planet, square bills, poppers, frogs, and many other what we bass fishermen consider staples. Nothing fancy, just good solid baits. And seriously how fun to grab a basket and go to filling.
Again they are not asking for much, just what help you can give. If it is a combo, great; $10, that will do; some kits for wacky rigging, perfect, it is not amount it is the reason. Plus it will be exciting to watch and see the club grow as the year goes on. As a high schooler getting the opportunity, and having the guts to fish new places, is a great learning experience. And who knows, we just might have a real pro come out of it. But be that as it may, the most important thing is to instill love of our sports and the outdoors that will last a lifetime.
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As for the bass team, other potential options for helping the anglers are some basics on breaking down a new lake, articles about technique, discussions on fishing patterns, or similar.
You can put me on the list for this one. Whenever they meet I would be happy to speak, as you all know, talking is my big thing! Think about it, you think you are a big fisherman because you catch a lot of fish, well here is a little saying on how you really become proficient: You read/hear/learn it, then you do it, and finally you teach it. Sharing information is what this blog is all about and these young fishermen, and women, will be thrilled to hear what you have to say.
Here is how you can help:
The mailing address is:St. Joseph High SchoolBass Fishing Club110 East Red RiverVictoria, Texas 77901
The high school has set up an email for the club as listed below, great for asking how to provide specific help.Mrs. Ann Brogger is the high school counselor and one of the advisors . I’m the second by default.The high school will provide a tax donation form.
Even better – A tax deduction. Another reason to help. Please think about it, or maybe someone you know is a big tournament bass fisherman and send this along. Every little bit will help and the investment in these young fishermen and women will pay dividends for a life time.
The Future!
In only one other time in 9 years have I asked anyone to do anything. This time I am. Share this with any local fisherman you know, then give a little. I know exactly how these kids feel. Thanks.
Good Luck and Tight Lines
