Lake Chemung Outing

[Duck-Hunter]

Wondering if anyone is interested in having an outing on chemung. Im not posting this up just because of the thread WalleyeChaser made. I have been kicking the idea around the idea since the beginning of the season. We also don't have to many outings around our area and there are alot of lakes in and around Livingston. The only issue I can see with having a outing on chemung is parking.

As for the outing itself we could have a little derby(biggest fish and most fish). Also if he have a big enough turn out it would be pretty cool to try 2man teams. The only thing Im not certain about is the date. There are a couple things going on within the next couple weeks around here. Independence Lake Derby feb. 9th. and the Lake Fenton Outing Feb. 23rd.
I was thinking maybe feb. 16th or first saturday in March.

Please post up with any ideas or if you are interested. Also feel free to shoot me a PM.

-Justyn

[kcud rellik]

The 16th works good for me. Hopefully walleyes thread doesn't stop people from coming to the outing. Maybe even walleyechaser himself will show up?

[Duck-Hunter]

I threw it out there in his thread and he even said it wouldn't be a half bad idea because most of the outings are hike.

[deputy865]

I'll go. Someone has to get skunked out there, might as well be me. The 16th isn't good more me though.

Shane

[zx10r2004]

i would go but the 16th isnt good for me either. i will be in clare ice fishing that weekend.

[SPITFIRE]

The 16th works good for me. Hopefully walleyes thread doesn't stop people from coming to the outing. Maybe even walleyechaser himself will show up?
It wont stop people, he opoligized cut him some slack he was just angry about people not being considerate with parking. The 16th would be tough for me also how about the 9th? Sounds like fun.
A meet & greet with some brewskies, maybe some venison jerky and of course alot of bull chit :D. make a poll with dates to vote on and see what shakes ;).

[srconnell22]

It wont stop people, he opoligized cut him some slack he was just angry about people not being considerate with parking. The 16th would be tough for me also how about the 9th? Sounds like fun.
A meet & greet with some brewskies, maybe some venison jerky and of course alot of bull chit :D. make a poll with dates to vote on and see what shakes ;).

You have room in your shanty by chance? :D

[zx10r2004]

You have room in your shanty by chance? :Di have a clam 6800 i could bring with 4 vexilars. i dont ice fish. i had to buy them so the wife thinks im doing something besides drinking.:D

[SPITFIRE]

You have room in your shanty by chance? :D
yep :)

[Duck-Hunter]

I think the first or second week in march would be better also.

[srconnell22]

4 vexilars? You are officially my new hero...holy crap!

Im in as long as I dont have to wake up too early...

[deputy865]

My votes for in March.

Shane

[shawnfire]

I am game.... feb or march... been trying to out all year with no luck......:sad:
my self and my 8 yr old son, parking will suck but if we all meet we can park behind each other ?????

[shadow]

count me in! i work for myself so i can basically come any time.

zx10r2004.....4 vexilars!? good lord, i wish i had enough extra cash to buy that much so my thinks im not just drinking :lol:

[fasthunter]

If the date is right I can go along. The 16th also works for me as well. However, I have 3 day weekends so I'm sure I can squeeze it in whenever it is. Also, yes Walleychaser did apologize. I know what he meant about the parking too. It was a mess.It was the rest that set me off with how it came across.(Over it now.:coolgleam) I wouldn't mind if he was at the get together too. :) This could be a really good idea. Maybe we can cook some brats or something out there. Also, in regards to parking maybe we could park somewhere else that's close, meet up and car pool there.;):)

[fasthunter]

My votes for in March.

Shane
So Shane if you show up and this works are ya going to talk about racing and bikes with me while we're there.:D I'll be your fishing buddy for the day.;):)

[walleyechaser]

If the date is right I can go along. The 16th also works for me as well. However, I have 3 day weekends so I'm sure I can squeeze it in whenever it is. Also, yes Walleychaser did apologize. I know what he meant about the parking too. It was a mess.It was the rest that set me off with how it came across.(Over it now.:coolgleam) I wouldn't mind if he was at the get together too. :) This could be a really good idea. Maybe we can cook some brats or something out there. Also, in regards to parking maybe we could park somewhere else that's close, meet up and car pool there.;):)

I'm over my little hissy fit . And yes, it was the parking mess that set me off and not the number of people out there. Hell, its been that way for several years now so why should I gripe about it.

I'd be all for a M&G there and yes I would be there as long as you don't stuff me down a hole!:evil:

As for parking,we could park 2 to a space as long as both drivers knew who each other was so no one would be "blocked in". It would be nice if we could get a couple of trash barrels out there-----anybody have access to a couple of extras?

Just as a side note and a little history,the driveway entrance to the access wasn't always where its at now.It used to be the angular street just before the launch but residents complained about noise,garbage,etc. so the DNR put in their own entrance directly on Hughes Rd..The small access at Shenango gets really bad with old bed mattresses,carpets and what else so its hard to blame the residents for getting upset and another lake (no name mentioned) was shut off by the association for noise and garbage reasons so I'm a little sensative to loosing lake access for many because of a few.

[sarge300]

Dont worry walleye we wont put you in a hole, maybe just a little chinese torture haha:lol: Sounds like a good meet and greet, i think March would be best bet so people can plan ahead;)

[Duck-Hunter]

Walleye we forgive you. :)

I might be able to get some barrels but knowing my luck I would get a ticket for littering.

I'm thinking March 1st.

Anyone interested in a little tournament?

[sarge300]

March 1st sounds good, im always down to donate to a fishing tournament;)

[fasthunter]

I'm ok with March 1st too. Tournament sounds good as well. However, I must admit I don't know that lake to well and I probably wouldn't fare on top. Sure would be fun though.:D

[Duck-Hunter]

$5 a head

Two categories:
1. Biggest Fish- Any species can enter
2. Most- If there is a Tie, Biggest fish in the person possession will determine the winner. Any fish under 5" will not qualify. Respect MI limits. Bait fish do not count.


Im thinking about 10am starts the whole shindig. Sign up by 10:00am for the Tournament and goes till 5pm.

[fasthunter]

$5 a head

Two categories:
1. Biggest Fish- Any species can enter
2. Most- If there is a Tie, Biggest fish in the person possession will determine the winner.


Im thinking about 10am starts the whole shindig. Sign up by 10:00am for the Tournament and goes till 5pm.
I'm cool with that. Is there a way to keep track of most fish though if they are dinks and we're going to let the "Minnows" go. (AKA little ones you don't want to eat and may as well be called minnows!!.....LOL!!!) Other than that sounds good to me.

[fasthunter]

I'm over my little hissy fit . And yes, it was the parking mess that set me off and not the number of people out there. Hell, its been that way for several years now so why should I gripe about it.

I'd be all for a M&G there and yes I would be there as long as you don't stuff me down a hole!:evil:

As for parking,we could park 2 to a space as long as both drivers knew who each other was so no one would be "blocked in". It would be nice if we could get a couple of trash barrels out there-----anybody have access to a couple of extras?

Just as a side note and a little history,the driveway entrance to the access wasn't always where its at now.It used to be the angular street just before the launch but residents complained about noise,garbage,etc. so the DNR put in their own entrance directly on Hughes Rd..The small access at Shenango gets really bad with old bed mattresses,carpets and what else so its hard to blame the residents for getting upset and another lake (no name mentioned) was shut off by the association for noise and garbage reasons so I'm a little sensative to loosing lake access for many because of a few.
I'm sure we could figure something out. Two to a spot sounds good if we know they are MS sportsman guys out there too. (Did notice people blocking others in the parking lot last week. That was pretty inconsiderate. I moved and parked in the drive next to the pay shack. I had the red Ford Ranger with racing stickers on it if you saw it.:D)

[Duck-Hunter]

I'm cool with that. Is there a way to keep track of most fish though if they are dinks and we're going to let the "Minnows" go. (AKA little ones you don't want to eat and may as well be called minnows!!.....LOL!!!) Other than that sounds good to me.

Think I covered about everything in that category now. We could also raise the stakes if you guys want.

[fasthunter]

DOH!!!!:banghead3.......I didn't read it therally!!!:lol::lol: Yeah, the 5 inch rule and following MI rules would count. Sounds good to me. So does a fish fry!!:corkysm55:D Sorry about that. I didn't SLOOOOWWWW down when I read.:):lol:

[fasthunter]

Ok, I read it right the first time:lol:. You edited it. Sounds good anyways man. I hope this thing pans out and alot of people want to go. This could be a fun way to meet some of the local guys and gals around here. :)

[Duck-Hunter]

i edited it right after you post so you did catch me off guard. Im glad you caught me because that would suck having someone coming up with a bucket full of dinks sayin "where is ma money?"

I made this thread to gather information for the outing. so later I'm going to make another thread that will have all the rules/times and all other info in the first post instead of being all over the place. I will post a link in this thread and anyone interested please post on there.

[walleyechaser]

I seem to recall that WIlson Marine has a lot of parking space at there 2 locations as does Wonderland Marine which is next door to the 2nd Wilson's Store.
Perhaps they wouldn't mind some that wanted to car pool parking there. Its worth a shot.What do you guys think?

BTW,March 1st sounds good here too ! I just hope with the long range forecasts calling for a warmer than usual Feb.,March and April that we still have ice.

[Duck-Hunter]

I was going to try and come up with a parking arrangement later one when i headed out there. That sounds like a good idea.

Having a fish fry wouldnt be a bad idea either. I can bring some 'gills and crappie.

[BOEDY]

i have a clam 6800 i could bring with 4 vexilars. i dont ice fish. i had to buy them so the wife thinks im doing something besides drinking.:DThats funny! Oh the married game :lol:!

[fasthunter]

The parking at the Marina sounds like a good idea too. I don't have the # there. Maybe duckhunter could get it. (Lives in Howell:)) I'm sure they probably wouldn't mind. Also, that fish fry sounds like a really good idea. I could probably bring some crappies and gills as well. My sister wants me to get some for a fish fry next weekend, but I'm sure I could twist my arm and fish more to contribute.:evil::lol:

[deputy865]

So Shane if you show up and this works are ya going to talk about racing and bikes with me while we're there.:D I'll be your fishing buddy for the day.;):)

You know it! But i will warn you, im bad luck.

Duck-Hunter,

Your stealing all of my Lake Fenton Outing ideas. :lol:. But i'm down for a tourny. If you need some help doing anything, tell me. I've got some experience doing this stuff.

Shane

PS. If parking is going to me a problem, car pooling wouldnt be a bad idea. I can get a lot of stuff in the back of my truck. So i would volunteer to be 1 driver. I can carry up to 5 more people and we can fit as much as we can in the bed of the truck.

[shadow]

i have a big propane burner if someone wants to supply a big pan for frying

[bigrackmack]

There is also a banquet hall next to Wonderland....I'm sure you guys could meet there and car pool.....just a idea........Mack

[SPITFIRE]

There is also a banquet hall next to Wonderland....I'm sure you guys could meet there and car pool.....just a idea........Mack
:yeahthat: excellent idea BRM, that would be the best meeting spot for carpoolers.

[bigrackmack]

Here is the Address....Crystal Gardens 5768 E. Grand River......just West of Wonderland......not sure if you guys wanted to mapquest it.....Hope I can make it.....if so I will bring a sack of eyes to fry..:evilsmile.........Mack

[initforfun]

I'm in. I will be there getting drink on and maybe fishing too.:lol::lol:

[zx10r2004]

My votes for in March.

Shane:yeahthat: march is good for me.

[Duck-Hunter]

The Official Thread
http://www.michigan-sportsman.com/forum/showthread.php?t=220504

[fasthunter]

You know it! But i will warn you, im bad luck.

Duck-Hunter,

Your stealing all of my Lake Fenton Outing ideas. :lol:. But i'm down for a tourny. If you need some help doing anything, tell me. I've got some experience doing this stuff.

Shane

PS. If parking is going to me a problem, car pooling wouldnt be a bad idea. I can get a lot of stuff in the back of my truck. So i would volunteer to be 1 driver. I can carry up to 5 more people and we can fit as much as we can in the bed of the truck.
Cool, sounds like your my fishing partner Shane. Also, don't worry about the luck. Trade in your bad luck on fishing for good luck at the track.;):D I'll see you there.

[deputy865]

Fasthunter,

You have a 2 man shanty? I just have my 1 man Frabill flip and my dads "Frankenstein Shappel". I rather not bring that back from the dead haha.

Shane

[fasthunter]

Fasthunter,

You have a 2 man shanty? I just have my 1 man Frabill flip and my dads "Frankenstein Shappel". I rather not bring that back from the dead haha.

Shane
Yeah, I've got a 2-3 person Frabil. I actually just got it last week!!:D:D I love fishing that way now. It's great with a heater (Just leave a window open.:)) I'll be sure to bring it along.

[deputy865]

Alright, so we are gonna shack together then? I've got the Aqua-Vu, anything else i might need to bring? Minnows and some waxxies? Food, Drink?

Shane

[fasthunter]

Alright, so we are gonna shack together then? I've got the Aqua-Vu, anything else i might need to bring? Minnows and some waxxies? Food, Drink?

Shane
I don't have an Aqua-Vu or anything like that. I can cover the minnows and the waxies. I'm not really worried about it. I'll hit up the bait store on the way there. It might not be bad for you to bring some food and something to drink for yourself. I'll be bringing a couple beers for me:evil:. (Not to many though. Gotta drive home after dark.:))

[fasthunter]

Oh, yeah. I forgot to answer. Yes, we can shack together.