2009 Harbor Beach MDA Can-Can

[BallsRdragn]

Save the date sportsmen & women.

May 9th 2009

Few changes this year are:

**Lowered entry fee!
**Early entry's raffle "One lucky team will fish for free"
**Two man limit stay's the same. (DNR rules have changed though)

Please feel free to chime in or contact me if you have any questions. If you wish to help sponsor the MDA tournament please feel free to reach me at 248-417-7552. The support of sportsmen & sponsors in the past have made this a growing event and we look forward to our 3rd annual MDA fundraiser tournament.

The below website will be updated shortly with event pictures, rule changes and the winners circle.

Thank you.
HB MDA CC

[chuckinduck]

Looking forward to being able to participate this year. Sounds likes a great time and an even greater cause. Now, Bob can finally meet Getaway's twin. :)

Ryan

[Getaway]

Oh boy, twin Getaway's are in the house:lol:.

I'm sure this will be a blast like last year.

Looking forward to it Benny!

You better bring your "A" game Ryan:lol::lol:.

[UNREEL]

Good thing I bought 2000 gallons of gas last month!










Just kidding. The thought did cross my mind though.

[chuckinduck]

Good thing I bought 2000 gallons of gas last month!










Just kidding. The thought did cross my mind though.

Its not that crazy, except I think gas only has a shelf life of about 6 months. Bob, I'll see if I can find my A game, but as the season came to a close last year, I was only producing B- work. maddening.

[BallsRdragn]

Yeh I still have that $4.40gal gas in our boat. I wonder if I can get a rebate?

Ben

[UNREEL]

I think I paid $3.59 when I put her away in Nov.

Should burn that tank fishin the river before I run up to Sanny for May.

Hopefully it stays around 2 bucks, but I doubt it...

As long as crew members can fish, I should be able to make the tournament trail....

[BallsRdragn]

http://www.michigan-sportsman.com/photopost/data/500/medium/hbccpix.JPG
2008 Winners & Winnings!
1st Place – Cluster – 10fish
77.60lbs (50% from entry’s)
2nd Place – Pryor Commitment – 10fish
73.14lbs (30% from entry’s)
3rd Place – Riptide – 10 fish
63.06lbs (20% from entry’s)
4th Place – Down/out – 10 fish
58.05lbs (BIGJON’s capt pak downrigger)
5th Place – Fish Patroll – 10 fish
56.03lbs (Special Mate- Box fullof Bugsy Baits)
6th Place – 4 C’s – 10 fish
55.51lbs (Special Mate-Box w/ Raider,Pro-King & Silver Streaks)
Largest King –
Pryor Commitment 12.81lbs (Cash$$)
Largest Trout –
Riptide 13.35lbs (Cash$$)
Mounted free by
Acorn Ridge Taxidermy!

[Mad Jack]

Hey Ben,
I had a blast last year fishin with Larry on fishpatroll, This was the best tourney I have taken part in.
Was talking with Bob K. and he has me talked into bringing my boat over this year to get the boat count up a little more if you will have us.
Looking forward to it again.

[UNREEL]

Salmon Stakes................April 25th

Lexington Tourney...........May 2nd

Harbor Beach Can-Can......May 9th



If all goes well we should be up to HB to join in on the fun and games...

[DOUBLE DOWN]

I will always miss fishing the Blue Water Classic, but I think that fishing these charitabe events are the future of tournament fishing. They give you the most value for your buck and with strong Donor Support, they offer the closest relationship to a full fledged sponsored professional event such as Bass Masters and the WPT. It's a win-win contest for all!

Great job Benny! See you at the show-down.

[BallsRdragn]

Hey Ben,
I had a blast last year fishin with Larry on fishpatroll, This was the best tourney I have taken part in.
Was talking with Bob K. and he has me talked into bringing my boat over this year to get the boat count up a little more if you will have us.
Looking forward to it again.

Sure we'll have you! Ha ha.... remember early entries before May 1st get a raffle ticket to win a chance to fish the MDA-HB Can Can for free!
Who will it be? :coolgleam

[BallsRdragn]

Salmon Stakes................April 25th

Lexington Tourney...........May 2nd

Harbor Beach Can-Can......May 9th



If all goes well we should be up to HB to join in on the fun and games...


Are we going to see a Jeff & Chad sighting also? :tdo12:

[BallsRdragn]

I will always miss fishing the Blue Water Classic, but I think that fishing these charitabe events are the future of tournament fishing. They give you the most value for your buck and with strong Donor Support, they offer the closest relationship to a full fledged sponsored professional event such as Bass Masters and the WPT. It's a win-win contest for all!



Great job Benny! See you at the show-down.

I think we all miss fishing the BWC. Like you said product sponsorship is better this year then ever. Our sponsors have really step'd up to the plate. Even though were only paying out top 3, you have a chance to take home some GREAT VALUE prizes for 4th, 5th, & 6th. There will also be great prizes in our Raffle giveaway....and if you get your entry postdated by MAY 1st 2009 you could fish the HB-MDA Can Can for !!!FREE!!! with a raffle draw after the captains meeting at "Lets go Fishing" bait shop in Harbor Beach.

Bottom line is MDA gets 20% of the entry's and 100% of the raffle money. Everything else goes back to you.... the capt and crew that help support this event.

Thank you all!
Ben Milo

[UNREEL]

Are we going to see a Jeff & Chad sighting also? :tdo12:



I'm working on that...

[BallsRdragn]

Get your early entry's in guys. Make sure it's post dated no later then May 1st 2009
for a chance to fish the HB-MDA Can Can for FREE!!! Entry fee is $250 this year.
Please indicate your boat name on the memo part.

Checks payable to:

H.B.CanCan
P.O. Box 243
Harbor Beach, MI 48441

Thank you,

Ben Milo

[chuckinduck]

Get your early entry's in guys. Make sure it's post dated no later then May 1st 2009
for a chance to fish the HB-MDA Can Can for FREE!!!

Checks payable to:

H.B.CanCan
P.O. Box 243
Harbor Beach, MI 48441

Thank you,

Ben Milo

Whats the entry amount this year, I've got the pen in hand. Becoming the first entrant will probably be the only thing "Ofishally Broke" will have a chance to be first in, so I might as well run with it. :lol:

[BallsRdragn]

Whats the entry amount this year, I've got the pen in hand. Becoming the first entrant will probably be the only thing "Ofishally Broke" will have a chance to be first in, so I might as well run with it. :lol:

Haha... from the way our sponsors have pulled together again this year, I'm certain you have a great chance of going home with something nice. The entry for 2009 is $250.00. If it makes you feel better...... 1st place for fastest check goes to Chuckinduck. No prize just a.... atta boy!:coolgleam

[chuckinduck]

Haha... from the way our sponsors have pulled together again this year, I'm certain you have a great chance of going home with something nice. The entry for 2009 is $250.00. If it makes you feel better...... 1st place for fastest check goes to Chuckinduck. No prize just a.... atta boy!:coolgleam

Hahah, thanks, I'm so honored. It sounds like a great time, and a great cause. Can't wait for May.

[BallsRdragn]

If anyone wants any HB-MDA CanCan trifold's sent to them, just IM me or email me your address and I'll ship you out some. Or check your local shops along M-25 for them next week.
bnlmilo@juno.com

Thank you,
Ben

[BrkBro#1]

Looking forward to fishing this one again. We had a lot of fun last year!!

[fish patroll]

Looking forward to fishing this one again. We had a lot of fun last year!!

Rob,i've got your winning fish mounted and look forward to presenting you with it at the tourny.

[BallsRdragn]

Rob,i've got your winning fish mounted and look forward to presenting you with it at the tourny.

Thanks for the heads up Larry. Your support in this tournament has really got the attention of many of our captains.

Thank you once again for your sponsorship for HB-Can Can & Michigan Sportsmen.com.

Ben Milo

[inthenet]

Ben
We have the sign up sheets in the store.Thanks for getting them down to me.I will work on getting them out to the guys.--Joel

[BrkBro#1]

Thanks Larry. Looking forward to seeing you guys there!! Having a fish mounted is an awesome prize and our team really appreciates it. Acorn Ridge Taxidermy's work is top notch and their sponsorship of the Can-Can is a fine example of what the Can-Can tournament offers. Cool prizes, great fishing, and good times.

[BallsRdragn]

We have found a web designer to host our own website -vs- jumping on Harbor Beach's website. www.hbcancan.com (http://www.hbcancan.com)

This just happen and by next week you will see a new look and updated photo's, sponsors and information.

Thank you,
Ben Milo

[CaptainNorthwood]

How many boats have participated the last few years? Looking forward to it and helping out a good cause as well.

[BallsRdragn]

[quote=CaptainNorthwood;2608104]How many boats have participated the last few years? Looking forward to it and helping out a good cause as well.[/quote

In our first year we had a little under 20. Last year mother nature told us we would be fighting 4-6 footers. Between gas cost & mother nature our 2008 entries were not as good.

As long as mother nature does not throw us a curveball and gas stays under $2.00 we should be ok. I think by changing our date, lowering entry & giving out a free fishing ticket for all early entry's we should reach our goal over 20 boats.

Allmost all of our vauled sponsors are back and a few new ones! The prizes alone are an eye full and captains & crews should not be dissapointed.

Thanks
Ben Milo
HB-MDA Can Can

[Optimist]

Hey Ben,

Is there a minimum size limit for boats to fish? Can't remember if you set a minimum size or not. The Sabre still has a blown engine and probably won't be repaired by the tournament. :sad::sad:

Andy - AKA 2-Shot

[Getaway]

Andy,
Jack is looking for a crew.

Give him a shout. Unless you want to bring the 16ftr and put a butt whoopin on all of us.:)

[BallsRdragn]

Hey Ben,

Is there a minimum size limit for boats to fish? Can't remember if you set a minimum size or not. The Sabre still has a blown engine and probably won't be repaired by the tournament. :sad::sad:

Andy - AKA 2-Shot

Andy we do not have a minimum, each boat has it's captain. The captain needs to determine if he/she wants to fish Lake Huron with it's current fishing conditions. Early in this season there is no need to head for 50-60-70 or even 150fow. Most boats last year were within 2 miles from shore, but 6-8 miles in either south or north direction.

We will not be fishing in small craft advisory conditions unless it comes during the tournament and not prior to shove off. If so, it is then at the discretion of the captain to come in early or not and be in the harbor by the 1pm deadline.

Thank you,
Ben

[UNREEL]

When does Lake Huron NOT have a small craft advisory in May?????

Come on guys, where's your sense of adventure?

[BallsRdragn]

Andy,
Jack is looking for a crew.

Give him a shout. Unless you want to bring the 16ftr and put a butt whoopin on all of us.:)

Bob,

There is a local just south of HB. I have seen him shove off shore in a canoe and a 1.5hp motor. He sets 2 in-line boards out far and one behind him, a lead core or somthing. He trolls that 5-10 fow where we dont dare go in. Seen him catch a few nice chromer's.

[BallsRdragn]

When does Lake Huron NOT have a small craft advisory in May?????

Come on guys, where's your sense of adventure?

I was in a 38 Pursuit in the last BWC on Sunday. I think there was 8-10 footers in 60 fow at the time. We had water come over the stern, bow, roof, toilet!! Everywhere while trolling.

Adventure you say? Yeh WHATEVER! :lol::lol: I'm still dizzy and that was 4 years ago!

[UNREEL]

I was in a 38 Pursuit in the last BWC on Sunday. I think there was 8-10 footers in 60 fow at the time. We had water come over the stern, bow, roof, toilet!! Everywhere while trolling.

Adventure you say? Yeh WHATEVER! :lol::lol: I'm still dizzy and that was 4 years ago!



Greenhorn...

[BallsRdragn]

Greenhorn...

:one_eye: yup...I'll take the beat'n

Ben

[Mad Jack]

We are going to have good weather this year.
I hope :cool:

[Optimist]

Thanks Ben,

I'm checking on my crew, but if that fails, Mad Jack has graciously offered a spot for me. Even last year conditions weren't that bad in the morning, but wouldn't want to be out there in my 16 footer when we came in last year. wind picked up pretty fast!!!

5-10 fow, no problem in the Sylvan!!! :D;)

[BallsRdragn]

For those of you that allready recieved a few tri-folds.
Please TEAR THEM UP!

Each week were getting bigger & better! Were printing new tri-folds and shipping them out next week. As for right now we have added over $7,500 in combined sponsorship products and t-shirt donations. We have also added $250 each for Big Laker, Big King & Big Steelhead!!!!

There is now 10 chances for you to at least get your entry fee back in cash or prizes!!!


Watch for the new tri-folds and or visit our website.

Thank you to all!
Ben Milo

[Getaway]

Nice job Benny!

Can't wait!

[DOUBLE DOWN]

Wow more prizes! Somebody knows how to reel those fisherman in! Excellent job Ben!

Looking forward to fishing the event. Sounds like you will definetly hit your boat target goal this year. Folks, this is how you run a tournament!

I'm glad I've decided to team up with Captain Tim of King Kong. Sounds like we will need all the experience we can muster to compete with you show-dogs!

[BallsRdragn]

Wow more prizes! Somebody knows how to reel those fisherman in! Excellent job Ben!

Looking forward to fishing the event. Sounds like you will definetly hit your boat target goal this year. Folks, this is how you run a tournament!

I'm glad I've decided to team up with Captain Tim of King Kong. Sounds like we will need all the experience we can muster to compete with you show-dogs!

Jim,
Thanks for the support!

We try everyday to improve. With out p-off'g MSportsman website sponsors I'd like to say Thanks to JOEL for starting up the big fish prizes. Bruce & Art step'd up to the plate also. For those of you in the thumb, you allready know these guys are huge supporters for us fisherman. We need to continue to support them.

This event will have 10 ways of at least getting your entry fee back in cash or prizes now!!



Ben

[BallsRdragn]

Thats right!
12 ways of at least getting your money back now & could climb!
Based on 20 boats
Minimum gaurantee and top 3 will increase w/ each entry.

1st $2,125.00
2nd $1,275.00
3rd $850.00
4th (Product Prize,$500 appx value)
5th (Product Prize, $400 appx value)
6th (Product Prize, $300 appx value)
Free Taxidermy Fish Mount ($350 value)
Big King $250
Big Laker $250
Big Steelhead $250
Big Brown $250
Early Entry Prize $250
I would love to share the sponsors with you but do not want to upset any Michigan-sportsman sponsors.
We will have an updated sponsor list on our website shortly.
Thank you!

[Getaway]

Here is the Can-Can tri-fold on line.

Nice job Benny!

http://i49.photobucket.com/albums/f268/Getaway221v/HBCanCanpage1.jpg?t=1238432668

http://i49.photobucket.com/albums/f268/Getaway221v/HBCanCanpage2.jpg?t=1238432808

[BallsRdragn]

Here is the Can-Can tri-fold on line.

Nice job Benny!

http://i49.photobucket.com/albums/f268/Getaway221v/HBCanCanpage1.jpg?t=1238432668

http://i49.photobucket.com/albums/f268/Getaway221v/HBCanCanpage2.jpg?t=1238432808


Once again you can see the great sponsors that have donated to make this event fun for all!! BIG FISH sponsors, T-Shirt Sponsors & Product Sponsors have made this event a spotlight in the Thumb!

[BallsRdragn]

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[DOUBLE DOWN]

Hey Ben,

Do those T-shirts come in 5XL? That's the size our crew will need after winning your event and our chests all puffed out like Tom Turkeys!:evilsmile

[BallsRdragn]

Hey Ben,

Do those T-shirts come in 5XL? That's the size our crew will need after winning your event and our chests all puffed out like Tom Turkeys!:evilsmile

If Double Down takes 1st place I will personally order the biggest shirt possible for you! :bowdown:

Ben

[BallsRdragn]

Please take a sneak peak at our updated website listed below.

www.hbcancan.com (http://www.hbcancan.com)

[Mad Jack]

Nice Web Sit Ben,
Not sure where you got that goofy Pic. at the top.:D
You should see him at work?? Hard to get him trough the doorways..

Looking forward to this year. Hope you get alot of boats.
I now have my crew together and sending the check out.

[BallsRdragn]

I told him the only royalty's he is getting is (1) cold beer at the bar.

Deadline is coming for the "Free Fishing Raffle" on all early entry's.

Get them in early for your chance to get a $250 check back before you even get your boat wet Saturday the 9th.

Ben

[Getaway]

That is one baaaaadddd ash boat at the top of the page!:D

[chuckinduck]

That is one baaaaadddd ash boat at the top of the page!:D

Yah, its a good looking boat, the thing I can't figure out though, is when you guys took that picture of me? :D

[BallsRdragn]

Bob Bob Bob..... I picked up a few more entry's. They said "Is that Bob on the site?" I said yes... they said "At least we will not take last place if Bob fishes it, where do I send in the entry fee?"

Uggh Hmmmm,
Ben

[Mad Jack]

Entry Fee,
Ya Just put mine in the mail today coming your way Benny.
Now lets hope and pray for good weather.

[BallsRdragn]

Entry Fee,
Ya Just put mine in the mail today coming your way Benny.
Now lets hope and pray for good weather.

Yeh nice weather would be nice. I would hate to have to cancel it do to bad weather. We'll have to take a captain poll on when to have a blow date or just cancel and pay back entry's.

It is what it is.... no small craft warning at 5am. FISH ON!

[BallsRdragn]

Hey the results from the Salmon Stakes have been posted.
http://www.michigan-sportsman.com/forum/showthread.php?p=2680786#post2680786

I wanted to make note that the Top 4 teams that weighed in fished out of Harbor Beach. This is just the beginning because southern ports are still catching nice salmon. Harbor Beach just seemed to have a little more butt on them. :lol:

Get your early entry's in..... FRIDAY is the deadline for your "Fish For Free" raffle prize.

Ben

[chuckinduck]

Hey the results from the Salmon Stakes have been posted.
http://www.michigan-sportsman.com/forum/showthread.php?p=2680786#post2680786

I wanted to make note that the Top 4 teams that weighed in fished out of Harbor Beach. This is just the beginning because southern ports are still catching nice salmon. Harbor Beach just seemed to have a little more butt on them. :lol:

Get your early entry's in..... FRIDAY is the deadline for your "Fish For Free" raffle prize.

Ben

Thats great news. Less then two weeks away now! Looks like lots of nice kings were boated again this weekend.

[fishinmachine2]

Yah, its a good looking boat, the thing I can't figure out though, is when you guys took that picture of me? :D


Only sissies fish with the top up!!:lol::lol::lol:

Scott

[chuckinduck]

Only sissies fish with the top up!!:lol::lol::lol:

Scott

Mine if fully removable Scott, how much did you tell me you paid to have that one professionally and permanently installed on the tiara again? LOL. Why don't you bring that bad ride over in two weeks and fish with us sissies! :D

[BallsRdragn]

I want to thank you all for the hit's on the website www.hbcancan.com (http://www.hbcancan.com).

We have been able to add a comment section now. Feel free to chime in and tell us whats on your mind.

Ben

[fishinmachine2]

Mine if fully removable Scott, how much did you tell me you paid to have that one professionally and permanently installed on the tiara again? LOL. Why don't you bring that bad ride over in two weeks and fish with us sissies! :D

LOL!!! I dont want to have to come over there and take your money!!:lol::lol: I really dont like sitting under it when its rainy windy and cold, i would rather be in my Lund out in the elements!!:lol::yikes: Good luck to everybody in the tournament!!

Scott

[BallsRdragn]

Early Entry Deadline.

Make sure you get your early entry's in today to the post office. If your envelope is post dated no later then today May1st 2009 your early entry will be excepted for a chance to "Fish for Free!" in the HB-MDA CanCan.

Thank you,
Ben Milo
HB-MDA CanCan
www.hbcancan.com (http://www.hbcancan.com)

[BallsRdragn]

I just got a call. We have added a BONUS for big KING. Big King winner will get a $75.00 gift cert to Andersons Pro bait on top of the allready sponsored $250. Thanks Joel!

Not only that but a chance to get Mounted for FREE from Acorn Ridge.... wow that is appx total value $700 for big king!

Ben Milo

[Mad Jack]

Keeps getting better and better Ben.
Thanks to everyone that make this work.

[UNREEL]

I had to bring the boat home.

Doesn't look good for us. I'm taking her in to get looked at after my 12 mile wide-open run on Saturday. Just want do be sure I didn't break anything. Spent a couple hrs yesterday tighteneing down my countertop that got jarred loose. I will know for sure by Wed.

[BallsRdragn]

I had to bring the boat home.

Doesn't look good for us. I'm taking her in to get looked at after my 12 mile wide-open run on Saturday. Just want do be sure I didn't break anything. Spent a couple hrs yesterday tighteneing down my countertop that got jarred loose. I will know for sure by Wed.

Good job on saving some lives! I'm sorry to hear the ol girl took a bruising. For what it's worth I think many of us would of done the same thing.... wot. Keep us informed.