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deano

12-12-2007, 16:46

Hi To One And All.
Myself And Ian Houlton Are Arranging A Fish Fest At Abbotsbury On The 20th Jan 2008,this Is In Aid Of
Teenage Cancer Fund And The Local Branch Of The Rnli,there Will Be Prizes For The Best Overall Length Of Fish,the Price Of Tickets Is £6.50 Half Of Which Is For Prize Money And The Other Half For The Chosen Charities As Chosen By Ian,there Are Other Prizes As Well Rig Wallet,line,etc.some Of Ians Famous Rigs,best Prize On Its Own,+a Special Prize For The Winner
There Hopefully Will Be A Casting Instructor For Those Wishing To Get Some Tuition,and A Guy From A London Fishing Mag Will Hopefully Turn Up As Well,
The Prizes So Far Donated Have Been From Veals,somerset Angling Bridgewater,jims.this Will Be A Really Good Day For Members To Get To Meet And Hopefully If A Great Success We Can Hold One Every Year,
The Times Will Be Decided On The 1st Of Jan 2008 But Something Like,,,meet In Car Park For 10 -1030am Get Tickets And Score Cards Chat See The Casting Instructor Those That Want To,will Also Try To Arrange Burger Van,then Kick The Fishing Off About 1130-12 Pm To 5pm Please Help This Event Chaps,
More Details Will Be Added And Updated Regularly,cheers Again,
Dean And Ian
THIS FISH FEST IS OPEN TO NON MEMBERS WE NEED TO KEEP AN IDEA OF HOW MANY WILL BE ENTERING SO THEY WILL NEED TO LET US KNOW THROUGH A MEMBER .
A FINAL COUNT UP WILL BE DONE ON THE FRIDAY 18TH

deano

12-12-2007, 16:47

Please Moderator Sticky This Post???

mitch81

12-12-2007, 16:56

Is this for members only?

Alan

Ian Houlton

12-12-2007, 17:19

anyone can turn up, it is purely a friendly thing and just for laughs.
the total length of all catches is going to take it and anyone with any kind of mobility issues needs to get there early because we will not be the only people on the beach.
hope the welsh Lads see this!

Ian Houlton

12-12-2007, 18:04

I believe Mike T is going to send us a rig wallet or something for this as well.

Big dee

12-12-2007, 18:07

hope the welsh Lads see this!

I take it its on a weekend then mate, hopefully on a saturday..

Ian Houlton

12-12-2007, 18:13

sunday mate, if enough people want we could make it the saturday.
any opinions?

fishyrob

12-12-2007, 18:31

Do you guys think the current codling run will hold for January? If finances allow, I will be up for this for sure. Perhaps we can car share Alan?

Ian Houlton

12-12-2007, 18:39

Rob I really do not know if the Cod will still be around, it is a daytime comp for safety that may have a baring, but on the whole the last time we did this it went to dogfish, the geezer who won it had an 8lb Conger o n a sixe 4 hook! lucky git!

DBY

12-12-2007, 19:24

Who are you calling a git Houlton !

rcamilleri

12-12-2007, 19:38

Who are you calling a git Houlton !

If the shoe fits .....:kissing:

I'm up for this one. Most of my money ends up in Ians or DBY's pockets anyway!!

Ian Houlton

12-12-2007, 20:07

admitedly you pay top price for my gear and very good it is too, but dave gives me an extra 50p to leave yours soaked in vinegar for 48hrs
you pay me for the rigs, then pay DBY when he outfishes you

Norm B

12-12-2007, 20:14

:notworthy
Hi To One And All.
Myself And Ian Houlton Are Arranging A Fish Fest At Abbotsbury On The 20th Jan 2008,this Is In Aid Of
Teenage Cancer Fund And The Local Branch Of The Rnli,there Will Be Prizes For The Best Overall Length Of Fish,the Price Of Tickets Is £6.50 Half Of Which Is For Prize Money And The Other Half For The Chosen Charities As Chosen By Ian,there Are Other Prizes As Well Rig Wallet,line,etc.some Of Ians Famous Rigs,best Prize On Its Own,+a Special Prize For The Winner
There Hopefully Will Be A Casting Instructor For Those Wishing To Get Some Tuition,and A Guy From A London Fishing Mag Will Hopefully Turn Up As Well,
The Prizes So Far Donated Have Been From Veals,somerset Angling Bridgewater,jims.this Will Be A Really Good Day For Members To Get To Meet And Hopefully If A Great Success We Can Hold One Every Year,
The Times Will Be Decided On The 1st Of Jan 2008 But Something Like,,,meet In Car Park For 10 -1030am Get Tickets And Score Cards Chat See The Casting Instructor Those That Want To,will Also Try To Arrange Burger Van,then Kick The Fishing Off About 1130-12 Pm To 5pm Please Help This Event Chaps,
More Details Will Be Added And Updated Regularly,cheers Again,
Dean And Ian
THIS FISH FEST IS OPEN TO NON MEMBERS WE NEED TO KEEP AN IDEA OF HOW MANY WILL BE ENTERING SO THEY WILL NEED TO LET US KNOW THROUGH A MEMBER .
A FINAL COUNT UP WILL BE DONE ON THE FRIDAY 18TH

:roll1: Sorry Ian, all being well I should be fishing in Namibia.:bye1:

Ian Houlton

12-12-2007, 20:17

lucky sod!

Kleftiwallah

12-12-2007, 20:18

Deano / Ian, I'd like to show what little I know, and be at the front of the queue for more knowledge!

Saturday would be better for me but I'll go with the flow. Cheers, Tony.

tony1412fishing

12-12-2007, 20:47

sounds good to me, sunday would be better for me as i have to work saturdays. good as its for charity as well. count me in

Ian Houlton

12-12-2007, 22:01

I have just spoken to Jo & Phil Hyde, Both Coaches at a Higher level than i will ever be and Phyl is a nifty Casting coach also. They have said they will come if they can.
Phil & Jo I believe will be fishing the Comp so grab your lessons & tips on casting before that.
We will be there @10 am

roamer

12-12-2007, 23:19

good on you for thinking of others.
hope it goes well.
dont know if i,ll be there as made alot of arangements verry close together.
tight lines roamer.

blankerman

12-12-2007, 23:23

all being well,i'll be there ian.if the weathers not too bad,my boy will be coming as well

codhead

13-12-2007, 09:51

You can add Emma & me to the list please Ian, we can blank as well as the best of 'em

gray2769

13-12-2007, 10:08

Count me in Ian/Deano great idea this one.:laugh: wife cant complian when its a charity bash :laugh:

Ian Houlton

13-12-2007, 10:29

Count me in Ian/Deano great idea this one.:laugh: wife cant complian when its a charity bash :laugh:

This is Deano's gig mate I am just giving him a bit of help as I am sure our Local club will:help:
We have to have some important bits in so here are the main ones.
There will be a first aid point at the boardwalk and if the wind gets more than a force 4 it will be moved to a back up venue (preston beach, Weymouth.
it will be 1 rod, 3 hooks, everything is measured regardless of how small it may be and realeased unless you are taking it home.

deano

13-12-2007, 13:27

come on guys this is gonna be a good day with great prizes,come you welsh chaps your needed down here show us how its done,we need alot more ,,,,,

richierobins

13-12-2007, 14:50

I'll be there.

Richie

rcamilleri

13-12-2007, 19:51

admitedly you pay top price for my gear and very good it is too, but dave gives me an extra 50p to leave yours soaked in vinegar for 48hrs
you pay me for the rigs, then pay DBY when he outfishes you

All comes clear now. DBY told me the vinegar smell was my imagination thinking of those fish served up in a nice beer batter.:busted_co

deano

14-12-2007, 11:19

we still need more peeps come on lads whats wrong with ya,scared of the cold or scared you aint good enough

sinkingslowly

14-12-2007, 17:55

we still need more peeps come on lads whats wrong with ya,scared of the cold or scared you aint good enough

I know I aint good enough, but I still intend to be there!!

Casting Clown

14-12-2007, 19:26

:thumbs: Great idea lads. The wife and I will almost definately be there, and if for some reason we can't make it we'll happily send our entry fee in the post!!

If the winner is to be decided on total length will there be minimum sizes or will all fish count. Normally the minimum size is 18cm, I just wondered what your rules are going to be.

How many have promised to turn up so far?

Advertise the event on every website you can find if you've not already; anything to fill the beach!!

Good luck with this lads, we're already looking forward to meeting everyone there :clap2:.

Ian Houlton

14-12-2007, 19:39

Anything caught will be measured, it keeps people interested if they only catch tidlers and it's only a lark anyway

deano

15-12-2007, 14:11

we have about 25 so far we need more this is for charity as well lads,anyone could win this,as ian says all is measured.come on sign up dont be shy

deano

15-12-2007, 17:18

thats great sparkypete startin to get there now still need more peeps,

tony1412fishing

15-12-2007, 18:05

if it is def 20th of jan there will be 2 of us although i will put the word about to see if i can get more from this area to participate

deano

15-12-2007, 18:56

yes def the20th jan all being well weather wise.as ian has said there will be a back up beach preston beach weymouth

MartynG

15-12-2007, 19:47

Ian Houlton

15-12-2007, 19:56

I'll be there with rods and (at the suggestion of Ian) my mobile kitchen on the beach too - tea, coffee, soup, burgers, bacon butties, etc for a suitable donation - proceeds to the charities :D :thumbs:

that was one hell of a set up you had today Martyn, many thanks indeead to you and your wife.
marvelous time it was

Ian Houlton

15-12-2007, 19:58

I think we should get a rough idea of definate anglers and get the grub to match, like Martyn said it will be a donation to the charities if anyone has food. but by hell was it ever nice today, we had so many Crayfish we were giving them away!

Norm B

15-12-2007, 21:33

yes def the20th jan all being well weather wise.as ian has said there will be a back up beach preston beach weymouth

:sad2:Just checked the SAN match planner, not in there, why didn't you send it to me? We're more than happy to plug club and charity matches.:sad2:

Ian Houlton

15-12-2007, 21:51

Sorry Norman, that really did not occur to me. sorry deano i let you down there mate.

codhead

15-12-2007, 23:27

I'll be there with rods and (at the suggestion of Ian) my mobile kitchen on the beach too - tea, coffee, soup, burgers, bacon butties, etc for a suitable donation - proceeds to the charities :D :thumbs:

Our puppy, Spooky, has offered his services as commis chef

deano

16-12-2007, 19:48

norm b put it in now then mate,please cheers deano,
have put this on other sites as well,geting some interest from devon chaps as well come on you chaps we're needing more ,still more,more,more.

Ian Houlton

20-12-2007, 17:16

there has been talk of a juniors comp during the day , while we can certainly sort out a couple of prizes for juniors, it will have to be fished alongside the other comp and the juniors must be with a parent/guardian

Record Eater

26-12-2007, 14:43

Just puttin the thread back in front as a reminder!!:o

DBY

27-12-2007, 22:39

Myself and my son Callum will be fishing this one

I'm sure i read something earlier it may be moved to the Saturday ? is this right or am I imagining things (my age you know)

Tight lines , Dave

Ian Houlton

28-12-2007, 10:33

no mate, it is Sunday for sure!

deano

28-12-2007, 13:36

Hi Chaps Would You Please Pm Me If Your Entering The Comp For Definate We Need To Start Getting Numbers Etc,
With Mobile Numbers Just In Case Have To Change Venue At Short Notice As Ian Has Stated Back Up Venue Will Be Preston Beach Weymouth Not Far From Abbotsbury Myself Or Ian Will Take A Look At The Beach Early 2oth Morning And Text Everyone If The Change Has To Be Made,cheers Again Deano

outdoorgirl

01-01-2008, 20:38

Andy & I are up for this - we're both pretty new to fishing but dumb luck may see us through! :)

ODG

deano

04-01-2008, 13:44

:1a::1a:hi all just a quick update.
prizes so far
1ST PRIZE= £1.50 OF ENTRANCE FEE +A GRXS ROD (donated by steve somerset angling bridge water)
2ND PIRIZE=A PENN 525 mag xtra (donated by alex of fishing mayhem cornwall)
3RD PRIZE= ian houltons own rigs (best you can get)+a rig wallet.
As we have a few young guns entering we have got a prizes for them as well.
1st PRIZE =a £20 voucher off spottydog tackle(thanks to dave)
2nd PRIZE= RIG WALLET AND LINE
3rd PRIZE= 2 SPOOLS OF LINE
these prizes are not set as we have other donations coming in but this is the least that they will win

as stated in earlier thread juniors are most welcome and under the age of 16 years entrance fee £3.00, under 16's are welcome to join in on the seniors comp but will have to pay full fee to win the bigger prizes.£6.50

PLEASE REMEMBER TO BRING A TAPE MEASURE,AND WRAP UP WARM.:cold:WE DONT WANT ANY HYPOTHERMIA CASES, FOOD WILL BE AVALIABLE FROM MARTYN G AND HIS PORTABLE KITCHEN.
GETTING THERE A LITTLE EARLIER IF YOU CAN, GET YOURSELVES SET UP AS WE CAN NOT STOP OTHERS THAT ARE NOT ENTERING TO FISH,
PLEASE PM ME OR IAN IF YOU ARE ENTERING AS WE REALLY NEED TO KNOW NUMBERS FOR SAFETY. FISHING IS FROM ANY STRTCH OF ABBOTSBURY.BUT YOU MUST SIGN IN ON THE BOARD WALK AND GET YOUR SCORE CARDS,pay your money.:1a:
IM SURE THIS IS GONNA BE A REALLY GOOD DAY.
ONE LAST THING ALL FISH CAUGHT ARE VALID SO MEASURE IT AND ENTER IT.
THANKS AGAIN FOR YOUR SUPPORT AND MAY IT BE A REALLY BIG SUCCESS AS WE WILL DO IT AGAIN IN THE SUMMER TIME.
CHEERS DEAN AND IAN :clap2::fishing1:

outdoorgirl

08-01-2008, 10:42

Ian Houlton

08-01-2008, 10:46

Hi deano,

just to confirm:

It's 1 rod, 3 hooks
Meet time is 10am at Abbotsbury car park

Is that right?

also, I was hoping to catch up with Phil for some casting coaching - do I need to contact him direct or just try and catch him on the day (before the comp)?

Cheers,

ODG

Phil is on WSF (philtherod) you can contact him there or see him and His Wife Jo on the Day. We will know where he is

Ian Houlton

08-01-2008, 10:48

there will be 3 Coaches there in total, but Phil is the Main casting guy

Ian Houlton

08-01-2008, 11:06

icarus

09-01-2008, 23:09

hi guys

well just getting back into the sport after about 15years off and i would be up for the comp but i've family commitments that w/e.:doh:

This is just a note to say if there a mailing list for these events can i be put on it please!

best of luck!

deano

13-01-2008, 20:32

hi peeps ,have just spoken to ian and it is going to be preston beach times still the same fishing from 12pm til 4pm ian will post more info soon hope everyone is still up for this,cheers deano

outdoorgirl

13-01-2008, 20:35

Cheers Deano - where exactly is Preston beach, as I've had a quick look on the maps and can't see it?

ODG

rcamilleri

15-01-2008, 17:56

Cheers Deano - where exactly is Preston beach, as I've had a quick look on the maps and can't see it?

ODG

Try this link. You can see the parking area close to the bistro on the beach.
http://maps.live.com/default.aspx?v=2&cp=sf50fkgsxpq8&style=o&lvl=1&tilt=-90&dir=0&alt=-1000&scene=18307520&encType=1

deano

16-01-2008, 09:55

HI PEEPS.:punk::thumbs:
Just a quick up date,
FISH FEST HAS BEEN MOVED TO PRESTON BEACH,TIME 10AM-430PM
FISHING FROM 12PM--4PM
PRIZES ARE
1ST=GRXS GREYS ROD(DONATED BY STEVE SOMERSET ANGLING BRIDGEWATER,)+£1.50 OF ENTRANCE FEES
2ND=PENN 525 MAG XTRA (DONATED BY ALEX FISHING MAYHEM CORNWALL)+15LB LINE
3RD=VEALS RIG WALLET (DONATED BY DAVE VEALS)+IAN HOULTONS RIGS (VERY NICE)
IF JUNIORS DO TURN UP,
1ST=SHAKESPEARE REEL (DONATED BY PHIL AND JO)+20LB LINE
2ND=£20 VOUCHER (DONATED BY SPOTTYDOG)
3RD=20LB +60LB RIG BUILDING LINE,

IF JUNIORS DONT TURN UP TO FISH THEN THE PRIZES WILL BE PUT TO
3RD,4TH,5TH PRIZES.

CRAZY PLUMS(HUGH) IS SENDING SOME OF TAPE BEST STUFF IN THE WORLD,THIS WILL BE WON BY THE WEIRDEST THING CAUGHT OR THE MOST OUT OF SEASON FISH AS REQUESTED BY HUGH,GOOD ONE HUGH,

I HOPE EVERYONE CAN STILL MAKE IT,PRESTON BEACH IS VERY SHELTERED SO SHOULD BE QUITE NICE TO FISH.
PLEASE REMEMBER TO BRING A PEN AND MEASURE IN CM,PLEASE,
CAN IAN AND MYSELF THANK EVERYONE IN ADVANCE FOR SUPPORTING THIS EVENT AND WILL BE DOING ANOTHER IN THE SUMMER TIME,:1a::1a::1a::boxing:

__________________________________________________ ________
""ALL TRY TO BEAT IAN,COS IF HE WINS WE'LL NEVER HEAR THE END OF IT""""""ONLY JOKING MAY THE BEST MAN,WOMAN,KID WIN,,,,,,,,,

andy colmer

16-01-2008, 10:17

__________________________________________________ _____
""ALL TRY TO BEAT IAN,COS IF HE WINS WE'LL NEVER HEAR THE END OF IT""""""ONLY JOKING MAY THE BEST MAN,WOMAN,KID WIN,,,,,,,,,

No joke.....somebody please beat Ian!! You can just hear him on the beach, "This is the rod I won at the fish fest, nice isn't it" (Repeated many times on many beaches!!) lol. :roll1:

Best of luck to all those attending :hug:.....but mostly me ('cos I need it more than most!!). :whistling

Ian Houlton

16-01-2008, 10:17

er Deano, we also have 10 D-vices from Rob, and I believe shakespear could be in the mix now also following a frantic phonecall this morning.

Ian Houlton

16-01-2008, 10:20

No joke.....somebody please beat Ian!! You can just hear him on the beach, "This is the rod I won at the fish fest, nice isn't it" (Repeated many times on many beaches!!) lol. :roll1:

Best of luck to all those attending :hug:.....but mostly me ('cos I need it more than most!!). :whistling

he he he
I am gonna try to pull one clean out of the hat and have a crack at something radical for an our or so. failing that I will be in my beach buddywaiting for my prize!

deano

16-01-2008, 10:33

oh for f*** s***,if we got more prizes i will do the final list on friday night ok.but i suggest the first 10 fish caught win a dvise hows that sound so you will need to record the time first fish caught by yourselves, THANKS FISHYROB FOR THEM DVISES.
AND IF SHAKESPEARE DONATE A GOOD PRIZE THIS WILL BE SORTED ON FRIDAY NIGHT,
___________________________________
I SHALL BE USING A SECRET TOXIC SUBSTANCE THAT PUTS THE FISH IN A STATE OF SLEEP SO THEY FLOAT TO THE SURFACE.AROUND MY LINE !!I JUST AINT WORKED OUT HOW TO GET AT THEM 100 YRDS OUT.

Ian Houlton

16-01-2008, 10:53

This e mail just arrived from Andy at K2

Hi Ian
The competition looks very good and I am pleased to say I will be able to donate one of our rods for your cause. I have been looking through our manual and I think the Salt Beach Rod F/S. I shall be sending you the 12 foot version of the rod which has 2 sections and a casting weight of 4 – 8 ozs.
Is this all ok with you? I take it you will need the rod before the 20th?

Cheers
Andy

Thanks to Skakespear for that, a mix up with my e mail caused this to be a very gereous last minute decision.

Ian Houlton

16-01-2008, 10:54

deano, give us a call when you have finished bangingh your head on the door frame lol

Ian Houlton

16-01-2008, 11:05

oops
and an MTI rig wallet from our very own Mike Thrussell JR

deano

16-01-2008, 13:08

hi peeps,have sat down and worked out the final prizes list,
have spoken to ian and have agreed and hope this meets the approval of everyone entering,as we have some really good prizes to give away,this is it,to keep all money raised for the charities.

1st= GREYS GRX ROD +PENN 525MAG XTRA+15LB LINE,
2nd= SHAKESPEARE SALT ROD
3rd= MTI RIG WALLET +filled with ian houltons rigs

KIDS.
1ST =SHAKESPEARE REEL( 7000)SIZE REEL SO +20LB LINE
2ND =VEALS RIG WALLET +£20 VOUCHER FOR SPOTTYDOG TACKLE
3RD =30LB+60LB LINE FOR RIG BUILDING

THERE ARE 10 DVICES TO BE WON AS WELL THESE WILL GO TO THE FIRST 10 FISH CAUGHT,

WE HAVE SOME TAPE FROM HUGH(CRAZYPLUMS)THIS WIL GO FOR THE WEIRDEST THING CAUGHT AND THE BEST OUT OF SEASON FISH AND SMALLEST FISH,
IM GLAD THATS ALL SORTED :clap3:

AS STATED IF NO JUNIORS FISH THIS COMP THEIR PRIZES WILL BE USED AS 4TH,5TH,6TH PLACE PRIZES.

PLEASE BRING A TAPE MEASURE AND PEN.TAKE A MEASUREMENT OF THE FISH CAUGHT IN THE PRESENCE OF A FELLOW DANGLER YOU WILL HAVE TO TALLY UP YOUR TOTAL AT THE END SO ITS EASIER FOR ME AND IAN TO SORT OUT WINNERS ETC.
THIS IS GONNA BE A VERY GOOD DAY AND HOPE WE CAN SEE AS MANY AS POSSIBLE,
:secret:SHHHH LOOKS LIKE THAT CHAP DEANO HAS A FEW TRICKS UP HIS SLEEVE WATCH OUT (IAN)??????????????????????WHO.

deano

16-01-2008, 13:15

Oh A Special Thank You To All That Have Donated Prizes
Fishingmayhem=penn 525 Mag
Somerset Angling=grxs Rod
Shakespeare=salt Rod
shakespeare reel=phil&jo
Veals=rig Wallet
Mike Thrussel=rig Wallet
Crazyplums=mightybright Tape
Spottydog=£20 Voucher
Fishyrob=10xd Vises,
And Of Course Ian With His Brill Rigs.
Thanks
You Have All Been So Generous,
""""""""""""""""""""""""""""""""""""""""""""""

WILL BE SORTING OUT SUMMER FISH FEST SOON????????????????????
__________________________________________

rcamilleri

16-01-2008, 13:30

he he he
I am gonna try to pull one clean out of the hat and have a crack at something radical for an our or so. failing that I will be in my beach buddywaiting for my prize!

Now remember Ian that was my idea. Besides I have had more success with that particular species:secret:. Well done to Deano and Ian for gathering up some fantastic prizes. Lets hope only three people turn up, I might be in with a chance then :giveup:

Ian Houlton

17-01-2008, 16:31

these pics on the link were taken today, it shows what the conditions will be like on Sunday and is a quarter mile from us.
http://www.worldseafishing.com/forums/showthread.php?p=963985#post963985

DIMITRIOS74

19-01-2008, 18:55

All, I will be taking photos of the event tomorrow, so in case you notice someone photographing you while you are paying your entry fee, baiting up, casting, reeling in, unhooking a fish, or picking your award, don't panic! Tight lines, or even better, slack lines to all fishing tomorrow. :thumbs:

deano

20-01-2008, 07:04

HI ALL,the chap dimitrios is a friend from london he is taking some photos of the anglers etc for a local mag in his area,he will introduce himself,as he walks around,good luck everyone andthanks to all the chaps chappesses that are coming a fare bit away,lets have a good day,and may the kids enjoy it,thanks again for the support,i will post a report on the days events tonight,