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PAL

11-11-2015, 11:36 AM

Where: Baby Beach, Dana Pt, for its central location
When: Sat Dec. 5, dawn (or sooner) to 1 pm
What: $25 entry, heaviest single largest fish (no sharks, skates, rays or bass) or longest Catch, Photo, Release bass.

*Scroll all the way down for updates*

Grab your kayaks, tackle and $25 and come out to support our friend Steven Green, AKA Landwhale, recently diagnosed with esophageal cancer.

Steve's been there for the California Kayak Fishing community for well over a decade. He's a freedom-to-fish MLPA fighter, a regular at Heroes on the Water events, an UniGoop original, and much more. He helped keep La Jolla open, often operating quietly behind the scenes. Let's help him and while we're at it, have some fun.

We're keeping this simple, with something for everyone. It's basically Money Between Friends, with most of the payout going to defray Steve's medical expenses.

Sign up via Paypal. The link goes down at 10 pm Friday Dec 4, so get on it:

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We'll also take walk-ups, but please, sign up in advance. Preregistered anglers can start fishing at midnight. Walk-ups have to wait for dawn.

$5 of each entry goes to the prize pool. We'll crown two winners: single heaviest big fish (no sharks, skates, rays or bass) and Catch, Photo, Release single largest bass.

You don't have to decide which division - you can fish both, and there are no bait restrictions.

Ric Hawthorne of Ten Crows Forge is crafting unique medallions for the Big Fish and Bass winners.

Be sure to get back to the launch by 1 pm if you have a winning fish. We're working on a few prizes. Remember, this is a friendly get-together to help out our good friend in his time of need. For bass, take a clear photo of your fish against a measuring device of some kind. Don't pinch the tail.

Yanni of Fisherman's Belly, an epic cook as we've all seen in his videos, has offered to cook up a fish main course for everyone. It means a lot to him to support Steve. He asked to take over for the South Coast Chapter of Heroes on the Water cooking team, which graciously agreed. Thank you HOW for your willingness to help our, the work you do, and your generous spirits.

In the tradition of Baytubers, bring something tasty to share (if you want).

Want to help now? Donate to Steve Green's Cancer Fund: https://www.gofundme.com/g49bpjak

Update Nov 13

Prize update: We have Big Bass and Big Fish trophy medallions from Ten Crows Forge, and yesterday friends at Okuma and Hobie Fishing said they are in. More info as we get it. Whatever the prizes, however big or small, all of these generous donations are much appreciated.

The area:

Dana Pt is unique on our coast, with protected launches, a bait barge near the harbor mouth, and solid Big Fish and Bass options. I'm not going to give away too many secrets. There's still plenty of time for scouting trips.

Big Fish: Halibut historically targetable along Doheny Beach, inside a no motor zone. Watch out for the surf! White seabass and maybe a yellowtail at the kelp zones off the point and north towards Salt Creek.

Bass: Too many options. In shallow among the rocks of Capo Reef, out at the kelp, along the breakwall, etc. Please beware of surf in tight.

Launches: Event HQ at Baby Beach a mile deep inside the harbor. If you've pre-registered (you should!), launch anywhere on this picture. Options are the boat launch (bring a $10 bill for the automated gate), Doheny State Beach ($$$) and launch along the eastern breakwall, and Baby Beach. Just be sure you're back at Baby Beach by 1 pm if you want to score a fish.

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Update Nov 14

Very exciting! Charles Belñavis, tattooist and epic fishing artist, is donating an original illustration for auction - something like this. We'll also have a print or two on offer at the event. Much love Charles, thank you!

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Update Nov 16

See this map of Marine Protected Areas down around Dana Pt? The blue is cool - fish it up! The city of Dana Pt sided with us as we fought to keep the area open during the MLPA process. If you've been wondering if MPAs will get in the way, now you know they won't. Sign up and support our friend Steve.

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Update Nov 21

I wasn't quite ready to announce this, as the final details aren't set...

Your friend and mine Yanni of Fisherman's Belly knows what Steve is going through. We've all seen the incredible food he prepares. The chef said it would mean a lot to him to cook for the event. He asked the Southern California Chapter of Heroes on the Water if he could step in for them, and they agreed. Please join me in thanking the HOW cooking team for their willingness to help and for their generosity.

Okay Yanni, you're up. What's for lunch?

Update Nov 22

Okuma goes big! They donated a Water Wolf underwater camera, powerful Komodo baitcaster, and more Savage Gear baits than I can count. 25 caps too. The Shootout for Steven Green thanks you!

If you haven't signed up, don't wait. We have more prizes on the way. Dana Pt, Dec 5, just $25.

http://www.bigwatersedge.com/bwevb/attachment.php?attachmentid=17529&stc=1&d=1448216011

Update November 25

Win one! Old guard kayak fishing friend Ric Hawthorne of Ten Crows Forge teamed up with Chance Hauser to make these striking and unique trophy plaques for the Steve Green Shootout. They are a full foot in diameter. Sign up now, 'cause the only way you'll get one is to win the Big Fish or Big Bass honor.

"We're all pulling for you Steve!" Ric wrote when he posted this photo. Thank you Ric and Chance for your big-hearted generosity.

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Update November 28

We are just one week out! Remember, we're out to have a good time and support our old friend Steven Green in his cancer battle. Think fun, not cut-throat competition. A few helpful reminders:

We are awarding prizes for Big Fish and Longest Catch Photo Release Bass. You don't have to choose one or the other. No bait restrictions. If you catch your winning bass on a live mackerel, we might make fun of you but you'll still win.

Big Fish will be single heaviest CA legal fish by weight, no sharks, skates, rays or dead bass. Bring your fish to the scale no later than 1 pm at Baby Beach, Dana Pt.

Longest Catch Photo Release Bass: You need two items, three if you count the fish. A camera and a measuring device of some kind. A fish board such as a Hawg Trough is preferred. A tape measure held flat under the fish will work. Let's keep it light - no funny business with pinched tails or stretched mouths please. The entire fish has to be in the photo, head to tail. A 3-judge panel (me, Andy, Steve if he can make it) will make our best judgment on each of the photos. Bring your photo to Baby Beach no later than 1 pm.

In case of ties for Big Fish or Big Bass, the earliest in wins.

If you pre-registered, launch anywhere in the Dana Pt area shown on the photo in the original post as early as 0001 (1 minute after midnight) Dec 5. We'll take walk-ups at Baby Beach beginning around 5 and ending around 7.

Lunch and auction beginning around noon at Baby Beach. Award ceremony around 1:30. If you want a place to sit, bring a chair.

Yanni from Fisherman's Belly is cooking... something tasty. He hasn't said what exactly. We'll have water, soda and hot dogs too, as well as plates and plasticware. In the spirit of Baytubers, please consider bringing a dish to share.

See you soon and tight lines to everyone! Event questions? Fire away.

Update December 2

Thank you Hobie Fishing for supporting the Shootout for Steven Green Kayak Fishing Friendly tournament. Hobie kicked in a brand new in-the-box Livewell for a raffle prize. The folks in the fishing department came up through the grassroots - they are genuine kayak anglers and show it by supporting the community.

The forecast is looking great. See you Saturday!

Update December 4 - Almost Game Day!

The Shootout for Steven Green Kayak Fishing Friendly tournament starts in less than 24 hours! Here's the latest - read it for important information:

*IMPORTANT: The Dana Pt area is fairly sheltered, but we have a south-southwest swell rolling in. Surfline is predicting 3-5 foot surf at Doheny Beach. That's big for the area. It will likely blow out the Doheny Beach halibut zone and the Capo Reef bass area. If this was your gameplan, better have a Plan B ready. Please exercise extreme caution if fishing in tight. The area is dotted with reefs that could produce sneaker sets. The harbor mouth and deeper waters should be unaffected. Both the launch ramp and Baby Beach are protected launches.

*Remember, if you're pre-registered you can launch 1 minute after midnight tonight, anywhere on the aerial photo on the event post. The weigh-in, lunch and awards ceremony are at Baby Beach. The paddle to the harbor mouth is much shorter from the launch ramp. If you use it, bring two $5 bills or one $10 bill for the parking gate. We will be taking walk-up sign-ups at Baby Beach only, beginning at 0500 and ending between 0700 and 0800.

*The bait barge located just inside the harbor mouth offers kayak scoops. Pretty sure the price is $10.

*Bring extra scratch for the raffle and / or auction - we have a number of choice prizes, including a sweet Dragonfly sonar arranged by our good friends at The Kayak Fishing Show with Jim Sammons. Other highlights include an original Charles Belñavis artwork, a Hobie Livewell, Water Wolf underwater camera, and a Okuma Komodo baitcaster. THANK YOU for the donations.

*The trophies donated by Ten Crows Forge are unbelievably cool. You want one. Fish hard. We are awarding for heaviest gamefish (no sharks, skates, rays or dead bass) and longest Catch, Photo, Release bass. We are also paying out $5 from each entry, split 50/50 between Big Fish and Bass.

*Yanni is cooking up fish tacos. We'll have water, soda and some Gatorade too. Want something else? Bring it! And a chair too, if you want a place to sit.

*Even if you can't fish, join us at Baby Beach for lunch, the awards ceremony and benefit raffle. 1 pm, be there!

More prizes! Reels and combos and AFTCO apparel.

See you tomorrow. Let's make this a party for our good friend Steve Green, and help him with his cancer battle.

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Iceman

11-11-2015, 01:35 PM

I will be there and will make sure that Steve is there too!

ful-rac

11-11-2015, 02:18 PM

Anything to help out my ol' buddy Steve!

rossman

11-11-2015, 02:52 PM

I obviously will not be able to make this but was planning on entering anyway but I the spirit of the day I would like to sponsor up to 4 guys or gals currently serving in any of the armed forces. All I ask is 's that you try you best to make the event and support this cause.
Just send me a PM with your full name and current duty station. I will pay for the the first 4 guys/gals that pm me. Once a PayPal account is set up I will make the donation in your name or will PayPal PAL or Iceman and let them know who I am paying for.

JeffB

11-11-2015, 06:16 PM

Just payed up, not sure if I'll get to fish though

Iceman

11-12-2015, 07:55 AM

I have 3 hog troughs to easily weigh and photograph your bass, donated by Werner Paddles. Sign up and respond that you want one, or if you already signed up respond to this thread that you want one. The first 3 people to respond in this thread will get em. Pick em up here at OEX Sunset Beach or I will have em for you the morning of Dec 5th at Baby Beach.

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octico

11-12-2015, 08:19 AM

Iceman

11-12-2015, 09:36 AM

One for John, 2 left!

HELLSTER INC.

11-12-2015, 10:48 AM

Work might get in the way but signed up to help a fellow kayak fisherman! Praying for a speedy recovery Steve.

summers in kuwait

11-12-2015, 01:51 PM

I have the kids that day, but I still signed up for a great cause.
Godspeed Steve.

rossman

11-12-2015, 02:11 PM

ful-rac

11-12-2015, 02:16 PM

I am proudly sponsoring Manny Garza, Travis Ohrtman, Jake Alander and James Warner for this event.

Kick that cancer's ass Landwhale.

:luxhello: Awesome Rossman!!!

alanw

11-12-2015, 07:54 PM

One for John, 2 left!

Signed up, interested if one is still left.

DesertRacer619

11-13-2015, 05:12 AM

Iceman

11-13-2015, 06:09 AM

Yes, Alan and Desertracer get the last 2 I have, as I said you can stop by and pick em up or see me at Baby Beach sign in on Dec 5th thanks for being a part of this and good luck!

Iceman

11-13-2015, 06:39 AM

Keep it up guys, we have already raised $400 for Steve, this will go a long way in helping out! :luxhello:

PAL

11-13-2015, 08:21 AM

Thank you to everyone who has signed up. Rossman, you rock!

Prize update: We have Big Bass and Big Fish trophy medallions from Ten Crows Forge, and yesterday friends at Okuma and Hobie Fishing said they are in. More info as we get it. Whatever the prizes, however big or small, all of these generous donations are much appreciated.

The area:

Dana Pt is unique on our coast, with protected launches, a bait barge near the harbor mouth, and solid Big Fish and Bass options. I'm not going to give away too many secrets. There's still plenty of time for scouting trips.

Big Fish: Halibut historically targetable along Doheny Beach, inside a no motor zone. Watch out for the surf! White seabass and maybe a yellowtail at the kelp zones off the point and north towards Salt Creek.

Bass: Too many options. In shallow among the rocks of Capo Reef, out at the kelp, along the breakwall, etc. Please beware of surf in tight.

Launches: Event HQ at Baby Beach a mile deep inside the harbor. If you've pre-registered (you should!), launch anywhere on this picture. Options are the boat launch (bring a $10 bill for the automated gate), Doheny State Beach ($$$) and launch along the eastern breakwall, and Baby Beach. Just be sure you're back at Baby Beach by 1 pm if you want to score a fish.

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PAL

11-13-2015, 02:03 PM

Anyone here remember Baytubers? For that group it was as much about the potluck grub as it was about the fishing, and they were damn good anglers. Please consider bringing a dish to share. Let's make this more than a fishing tourney. It's a celebration of our good friend Steve.

Nov 21 Update:

Yanni of Fisherman's Belly, an epic cook as we've all seen in his videos, has offered to cook up a fish main course for everyone. It means a lot to him to support Steve. He asked to take over for the South Coast Chapter of Heroes on the Water cooking team, which graciously agreed. Thank you HOW for your willingness to help our, the work you do, and your generous spirits.

Cbad

11-13-2015, 03:59 PM

I'm sure this will be a successful event for a great cause!

Amish Ed

11-13-2015, 06:00 PM

In the spirit of the day and taking Rossman's lead, my Dad would like to sponsor up to 4 veterans for this event. If you are interested please pm me your full name and the branch you served with and my Dad will pay your fee.

PAL

11-14-2015, 08:37 AM

Very exciting! Charles Belñavis, tattooist and epic fishing artist, is donating an original illustration for auction - something like this. We'll also have a print or two on offer at the event. Much love Charles, thank you!

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Iceman

11-14-2015, 08:49 AM

I will be taking this one home :D

Hunters Pa

11-14-2015, 09:49 AM

T-Rex

11-15-2015, 01:40 PM

I'm signed up. My father-in-law beat esophageal cancer about 20 years ago and I'm honored in joining everyone in helping our good friend Steve win the same fight!

Amish Ed

11-16-2015, 08:39 AM

I haven't received any interest from veterans, so if you are a vet or are active duty send me a pm. We have 4 spots available for sponsorship from my dad.

PAL

11-16-2015, 11:05 AM

See this map of Marine Protected Areas down around Dana Pt? The blue is cool - fish it up! The city of Dana Pt sided with us as we fought to keep the area open during the MLPA process. If you've been wondering if MPAs will get in the way (of this event - the kayak fishing and free diving community staunchly opposed this politically derived and not scientifically supported closure), now you know they won't. Sign up and support our friend Steve.

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Edit to clarify my opinion of the closures.

Zed

11-16-2015, 12:39 PM

If you've been wondering if MPAs will get in the way, now you know they won't. Sign up and support our friend Steve.
Unless you happened to fish/live there. F MPAs and the whole MLPA process! Thats weak NIMBY shit Paul. It was the purported best bite of a forcefed shit sandwich and it certainly is in the way. You can not yet put lipstick on that pig. But no its not in the way of a Baby Beach launch though, youre right about that.

Anyway Steve youve got my support.

Hunters Pa

11-16-2015, 01:05 PM

Don't know if I can make it but signed up & paid.

Newbies, this will be a great chance to see how a lot of people have their boats rigged. That and fishing around some of these legends will shorten your learning curve drastically and is worth the price of admission in and of itself.

momo fish

11-16-2015, 07:08 PM

Did the whole thing and see you guys out on the water.. Hang in there Steve

jruiz

11-17-2015, 10:50 AM

Bump...I'm there

PAL

11-19-2015, 06:57 AM

Unless you happened to fish/live there. F MPAs and the whole MLPA process! Thats weak NIMBY shit Paul. It was the purported best bite of a forcefed shit sandwich and it certainly is in the way. You can not yet put lipstick on that pig. But no its not in the way of a Baby Beach launch though, youre right about that.

Anyway Steve youve got my support.

You having a bad day Zed? I posted this map for people who aren't from the area so they'll know they are fine around the point and in the blue - for this event. Those lines are confusing as hell. We both know they make no sense.

Don't imply I'm cool with that disgusting red blob smeared in front of Laguna. I fought the damn thing. Steve did too in his quiet way I haven't spent a dime in Laguna or Malibu since, and never will.

Let's keep this thread positive and focused on helping a friend.

DanaPT

11-19-2015, 07:46 AM

I'm in.

is there a list of items/equip needed to pull this off?

tattuna

11-19-2015, 08:06 AM

In!

Zed

11-19-2015, 08:09 AM

You having a bad day Zed? I posted this map for people who aren't from the area so they'll know they are fine around the point and in the blue - for this event. Those lines are confusing as hell. We both know they make no sense.

Don't imply I'm cool.with that disgusting red blob smeared in front of Laguna. I fought the damn thing. Steve did too in his quiet way.I haven't spent a dime in Laguna or Malibu since, and never will.

Let's keep this thread positive and focused on helping a.friend.

The statement rubbed me wrong coming from you. It sounded like resignation. I know what you [we] fought for and reading it really wasnt in the way afterall is an invitation for more reserves. If we resign what they took theres no reason not to take more since we were never given a good [scientific] reason in the first place. I apologize if I misunderstood.

PAL

11-19-2015, 11:51 AM

The statement rubbed me wrong coming from you. It sounded like resignation. I know what you [we] fought for and reading it really wasnt in the way afterall is an invitation for more reserves. If we resign what they took theres no reason not to take more since we were never given a good [scientific] reason in the first place. I apologize if I misunderstood.

Not resignation or acceptance Zed - I'm sorry I wasn't clearer. That's on me. I was solely focused on encouraging turnout to help our old friend Steve.

The massive Laguna MPAs were the most bitter pill shoved down our collective throats during the South Coast MLPA 'process.' I still take the failure to stop it and the Pt Dume closure personally.

If you want to relive bad memories, I'm willing to discuss how it happened in detail - an offer open to anyone on our side. Why? As you point out, it can and will likely happen again.

Zed

11-19-2015, 12:34 PM

Just a dose of reality in my doom n gloom:
If you launch from Baby and paddle to the W most point of the Laguna No Take, its about 9miles. Dont ask how I know. Point is from DP theres a lot to keep busy with in a kayak.

And surprises are there.
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makobob

11-19-2015, 12:44 PM

Sight unseen, I will start the bidding at $250.00 for Charle's piece of art. Should I win it will be hung on the wall at OUR place in Gonzaga.

Very exciting! Charles Belñavis, tattooist and epic fishing artist, is donating an original illustration for auction - something like this. We'll also have a print or two on offer at the event. Much love Charles, thank you!

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PAL

11-19-2015, 01:17 PM

Iceman

11-19-2015, 01:26 PM

I'm in.

is there a list of items/equip needed to pull this off?

If you are fishing for the big bass, you need to take a photo showing the length of the fish on a measure. Big fish I would guess we will have a scale.

Simple format, if anyone has specific questions. Paul or I should be able to give you answers.

Grego

11-19-2015, 04:06 PM

I'm in....hopefully can make it.

I still take the failure to stop it and the Pt Dume closure personally.

If you want to relive bad memories, I'm willing to discuss how it happened in detail - an offer open to anyone on our side. Why? As you point out, it can and will likely happen again.

Nobody in there right mind can blame you Paul. I admittedly tossed all my notes and emptied that all out of my mind over the past years, didn't want any memory of it. Friendships were lost or strained during those days of the "Eco Wars".

tattuna

11-19-2015, 04:22 PM

Sight unseen, I will start the bidding at $250.00 for Charle's piece of art. Should I win it will be hung on the wall at OUR place in Gonzaga.

Wow Bob, that's awesome! I'll have a print of that one above for the raffle. This is the original (it will be framed) for the auction...

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makobob

11-19-2015, 05:15 PM

Very NICE, Guy's he COULD be yours or mine, both ways it is for a GREAT CAUSE.
AWESOME work Charles.

Wow Bob, that's awesome! I'll have a print of that one above for the raffle. This is the original (it will be framed) for the auction...

http://i83.photobucket.com/albums/j295/yakalot/fish/calicopaint_zpssbww8hou.jpeg (http://s83.photobucket.com/user/yakalot/media/fish/calicopaint_zpssbww8hou.jpeg.html)

Chuck D

11-20-2015, 05:15 AM

Not sure I can make it, but I am in:)

Stuck20

11-21-2015, 01:51 AM

I've tried a few times to register/pay but for some reason my paypal account won't process the payment. Is there another possible way to pre-register?

PAL

11-21-2015, 08:16 AM

I've tried a few times to register/pay but for some reason my paypal account won't process the payment. Is there another possible way to pre-register?

Andy, any ideas?

You could Paypal me personally and I could pay for you. I had no trouble registering. Anyone else?

Lots of great news to share soon! We've got some prizes on the way in thanks to industry friends.

PAL

11-21-2015, 10:10 PM

I wasn't quite ready to announce this, as the final details aren't set...

Your friend and mine Yanni of Fisherman's Belly knows what Steve is going through. We've all seen the incredible food he prepares. The chef said it would mean a lot to him to cook for the event. He asked the Southern California Chapter of Heroes on the Water if he could step in for them, and they agreed. Please join me in thanking the HOW cooking team for their willingness to help and for their generosity.

Okay Yanni, you're up. What's for lunch?

PAL

11-22-2015, 09:13 AM

Okuma goes big! They donated a Water Wolf underwater camera, powerful Komodo baitcaster, and more Savage Gear baits than I can count. 25 caps too. The Shootout for Steven Green thanks you!

If you haven't signed up, don't wait. We have more prizes on the way. Dana Pt, Dec 5, just $25.

ful-rac

11-22-2015, 04:57 PM

Aznronin

11-22-2015, 07:13 PM

I'm in. Just registered. I'll be coming with Charles Volkens.

tacmik

11-23-2015, 12:05 AM

I think we're having fish tacos...but this time it's gonna be yani's fish tacos ...I just caught a halibut yesterday for the cause.

I'm sure cbadmike is gonna make something very special for us as well....:luxhello:
We can show him where to get the best tortillas in town.

DanaPT

11-23-2015, 06:42 AM

Iceman

11-23-2015, 11:02 AM

Just counted up entries and we are at 39 :luxhello: I know for a fact that the people showing that they care means more to Steve than the money we will raise to help him out!

INGRIDSDAD

11-23-2015, 11:29 AM

Not sure I can make it but I'm in!

Geno Machino

11-23-2015, 11:44 AM

Just counted up entries and we are at 39 :luxhello: I know for a fact that the people showing that they care means more to Steve than the money we will raise to help him out!

Make that 40,,,I'm in.

Stuck20

11-23-2015, 02:43 PM

Andy, any ideas?

You could Paypal me personally and I could pay for you. I had no trouble registering. Anyone else?

Lots of great news to share soon! We've got some prizes on the way in thanks to industry friends.

Got it figured out finally. Appreciate the offer though.

PAL

11-25-2015, 09:17 AM

Just counted up entries and we are at 39 :luxhello: I know for a fact that the people showing that they care means more to Steve than the money we will raise to help him out!

:D It's wonderful to see. Steve's friends far and wide are rallying for Landwhale. Check this out!

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Win one! Old guard kayak fishing friend Ric Hawthorne of Ten Crows Forge teamed up with Chance Hauser to make these striking and unique trophy plaques for the Steve Green Shootout. They are a full foot in diameter. Sign up now, 'cause the only way you'll get one is to win the Big Fish or Big Bass honor.

"We're all pulling for you Steve!" Ric wrote when he posted this photo. Thank you Ric and Chance for your big-hearted generosity.

Iceman

11-25-2015, 11:06 AM

Sweet trophies! Thank you Ric!:luxhello:

tacmik

11-27-2015, 12:25 PM

So what do we do if we have no camera to take picts with. Also don't have a smart phone for picts.

Iceman

11-27-2015, 04:01 PM

Fish for halibut then and just bring it in to the scale!:D

PAL

11-28-2015, 09:36 AM

We are just one week out! Remember, we're out to have a good time and support our old friend Steven Green in his cancer battle. Think fun, not cut-throat competition. A few helpful reminders:

We are awarding prizes for Big Fish and Longest Catch Photo Release Bass. You don't have to choose one or the other. No bait restrictions. If you catch your winning bass on a live mackerel, we might make fun of you but you'll still win.

Big Fish will be single heaviest CA legal fish by weight, no sharks, skates, rays or dead bass. Bring your fish to the scale no later than 1 pm at Baby Beach, Dana Pt.

Longest Catch Photo Release Bass: You need two items, three if you count the fish. A camera and a measuring device of some kind. A fish board such as a Hawg Trough is preferred. A tape measure held flat under the fish will work. Let's keep it light - no funny business with pinched tails or stretched mouths please. The entire fish has to be in the photo, head to tail. A 3-judge panel (me, Andy, Steve if he can make it) will make our best judgment on each of the photos. Bring your photo to Baby Beach no later than 1 pm.

In case of ties for Big Fish or Big Bass, the earliest in wins.

If you pre-registered, launch anywhere in the Dana Pt area shown on the photo in the original post as early as 0001 (1 minute after midnight) Dec 5. We'll take walk-ups at Baby Beach beginning around 5 and ending around 7.

Lunch and auction beginning around noon at Baby Beach. Award ceremony around 1:30. If you want a place to sit, bring a chair.

Yanni from Fisherman's Belly is cooking... something tasty. He hasn't said what exactly. We'll have water, soda and hot dogs too, as well as plates and plasticware. In the spirit of Baytubers, please consider bringing a dish to share.

See you soon and tight lines to everyone! Event questions? Take another look at the original post. If that doesn't answer, fire away.

gabe

11-28-2015, 11:54 AM

just signed up and looking fwd'd to it

let's go Steve

kayakfisherman

11-28-2015, 02:30 PM

When I read about Steve's challenge I knew I needed to help. I
went through the same ordeal a few years back and it's scary.

Family and friends are a great help, but your fishing buddies staying
in touch through out the whole ordeal provides that added touch
that helps on your toughest days. Believe me.

I started fishing bass tourneys years ago and that's where I first met
Steve. I admired his dedication and ability to pull out bass when no
one else could.
http://www.bigwatersedge.com/bwegallery/data/711/IMG_0691.jpg

I asked Steve if I could cook at his get together and he said yes. I've been
remodeling our new home's kitchen and haven't been on the internet
much. I hope the HOW guys don't mind me helping an old friend.

I'm gonna make the best fish tacos I can make. Everything will be made
from scratch. I've got 20 pounds of Halibut so far. But with the attendance continuing to climb, I'm going to need more fish!!

If you got some extra fish fillets at home and plan on coming, pm me!! Any fish will do.

Can't wait to serve you guys! Especially our friend Steve.

A note. For those guys out there that just don't know what they can do for Steve, send him a pm--a time or two--and tell him to be strong and that he's in your thoughts and prayers. Thanks, Yanni

Iceman

11-28-2015, 09:09 PM

Steve went in the hospital on Friday for a procedure. Said he would be there a few days and was really looking forward to next Saturday.

If anyone wants to drop him an encouraging line his e mail

blueoceankayak@hotmail.com

Having gone to a bunch of tournaments together in the past, I have to say that these get togethers seem to always mean more to Steve than anyone that I know for the pure camaraderie.

Iceman

11-29-2015, 07:13 AM

BTW we are approaching 50 people entered for next Saturday, that is $1000 we have raised to help out a friend in need!

HELLSTER INC.

11-29-2015, 07:43 AM

BTW we are approaching 50 people entered for next Saturday, that is $1000 we have raised to help out a friend in need!
That is awesome!

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TINCANYAK

11-30-2015, 09:38 PM

Will be out late Friday, but will try getting there before 8 and will mention to a few others. Friendship is a priceless gift. Stay strong Steve.

PAL

12-01-2015, 07:51 AM

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Weather Underground is predicting good conditions for this Saturday's Shootout for Steven Green Kayak Fishing Friendly at Dana Pt. We'll likely take pre-registrations through Friday. Remember, you can launch at 0001 if you sign up in advance - Paypal link on the event page. Day-of die hards, we got you. You can find me at Baby Beach around 0500.

Hunters Pa

12-01-2015, 08:40 AM

What radio channel for the "official" conversations and updates? I understand other sub-groups will have their own for the day.

PapaDave

12-01-2015, 08:49 AM

I'm in. A radio channel would be nice.

Iceman

12-01-2015, 09:16 AM

Lets say 71 official radio channel

Deamon

12-01-2015, 12:11 PM

Signed up but going to help on shore where needed. Jim

Iceman

12-01-2015, 12:30 PM

putting together a box of give aways just for peeps showing up, few fillet knives, t shirts and some hooping stuff.

Harry Hill

12-01-2015, 01:00 PM

signed up but won't be able to make the tournament. Fished with Steve last month on Mission Bay. Nice guy so have to do what I can to help him.

Amish Ed

12-01-2015, 02:17 PM

I received an unexpected package today... Mad Frog Gear has donated some product for the raffle.

Iceman

12-02-2015, 03:45 PM

66 paid entries and counting, a lot of guys paying knowing they can not attend and a couple of these paid multiple times for $100 donations. I anticipate 35-40 people fishing right now.........maybe more. $1320 raised to help out Steve with these entries and more the day of with some cool donated prizes!

ful-rac

12-02-2015, 03:56 PM

:luxhello: That's good news!!!

I got fish at the ready!

I'm planning on bringing my firepit also, anybody know if we are ok to light a fire at baby beach?....so we don't freeze our asses off in the morning?

Amish Ed

12-02-2015, 05:09 PM

T-Rex

12-02-2015, 07:12 PM

The closest fire rings are at Doheny. Baby Beach has BBQs but no fire pits. Maybe just use one of the BBQs for a fire?

PAL

12-02-2015, 07:17 PM

66 entries! This gets better and better. Like so...

Thank you Hobie Fishing for supporting the Shootout for Steven Green Kayak Fishing Friendly tournament. Hobie kicked in a brand new in-the-box Livewell for a raffle prize. The folks in the fishing department came up through the grassroots - they are genuine kayak anglers and show it by supporting the community.

The forecast is looking great. See you Saturday!

Photo courtesy of Hobie Cat.

Iceman

12-03-2015, 07:58 AM

I will bring my propane fire pit and a full jug in case it is needed.

http://www.bigwatersedge.com/bwegallery/data/500/firepit.jpg

tstephens3232

12-03-2015, 08:38 AM

Not sure if I can make it but just paid up more as a donation. Just moved out here, just getting into the scene (fished my whole life just not in a kayak). Read too many post on Steve's contributions not to help out. Wish I could do more.

fishing md

12-03-2015, 08:57 AM

IN!!! C u @ 5:00am

Amish Ed

12-03-2015, 09:45 AM

I'll be there about 5:00.

ful-rac

12-03-2015, 11:01 AM

Tony, I had the same idea, but my firepit is on it's last leg. Not sure if it's allowed either. Seems to me if it's contained, it should be ok. I have plenty of wood should you choose to bring the pit.

It might be against the rules to make a fire...but who's gonna say something...I'm sure throughout the course of the day were gonna be breaking some kinda BS rule...like having to have a permit for this event...or something like that...

I'll bring my fire pit and some wood as well, Ed if you can bring some wood too that would be cool. I do have a propane one as well...maybe I should bring that one too as backup...

Hunters Pa

12-03-2015, 01:30 PM

It might be against the rules to make a fire...but who's gonna say something...I'm sure throughout the course of the day were gonna be breaking some kinda BS rule...like having to have a permit for this event...or something like that...

I'll bring my fire pit and some wood as well, Ed if you can bring some wood too that would be cool. I do have a propane one as well...maybe I should bring that one too as backup...

It's not a propane firepit. It is a self-contained traditional cooking and gathering device. Any authority figure that challenges it will need extensive sensitivity training

Harry Hill

12-03-2015, 03:10 PM

I'll be there about 5:00.

Ed, do you still plan on going out tomorrow? What does the weather look like, the tv is saying it might rain, I'm more worried about wind. What do you think?

INGRIDSDAD

12-03-2015, 03:42 PM

We will there at 5:00 with a few boxes of donuts.

Amish Ed

12-03-2015, 03:58 PM

Tony, i'll bring lots of wood.

Harry, weather report keeps changing, and my
stomach is acting up. So, I'm going to wait until morning to make the call.

Harry Hill

12-03-2015, 03:59 PM

I understand, it will take me about 1.5 hours to get to Dana I think and I don't know where to launch so I will wait until morning and see what things look like.

alanw

12-03-2015, 06:50 PM

I think fires are only allowed in the designated fire pits at Doheney Beach, but whatever. Harry if you can see my old map I have the Baby Beach launch area marked. https://www.google.com/maps/@33.4608496,-117.6992432,16z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m2!6m1!1szD-JaxlZsERg.kF9npQguqIvc

DanaPT

12-03-2015, 07:59 PM

Don't worry about weather it's been awesome...

HELLSTER INC.

12-03-2015, 08:12 PM

Who is going early saturday morning after midnight? I plan to be there sometime after midnight and head north towards salt creek.

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Slay Rider

12-04-2015, 03:17 AM

You guys are the best!!! :adore:

66 paid entries and counting, a lot of guys paying knowing they can not attend and a couple of these paid multiple times for $100 donations. I anticipate 35-40 people fishing right now.........maybe more. $1320 raised to help out Steve with these entries and more the day of with some cool donated prizes!

PAL

12-04-2015, 07:36 AM

The Shootout for Steven Green Kayak Fishing Friendly tournament starts in less than 24 hours! Here's the latest - read it for important information:

*IMPORTANT: The Dana Pt area is fairly sheltered, but we have a south-southwest swell rolling in. Surfline is predicting 3-5 foot surf at Doheny Beach. That's big for the area. It will likely blow out the Doheny Beach halibut zone and the Capo Reef bass area. If this was your gameplan, better have a Plan B ready. Please exercise extreme caution if fishing in tight. The area is dotted with reefs that could produce sneaker sets. The harbor mouth and deeper waters should be unaffected. Both the launch ramp and Baby Beach are protected launches.

*Remember, if you're pre-registered you can launch 1 minute after midnight tonight, anywhere on the aerial photo on the event post. The weigh-in, lunch and awards ceremony are at Baby Beach. The paddle to the harbor mouth is much shorter from the launch ramp. If you use it, bring two $5 bills or one $10 bill for the parking gate. We will be taking walk-up sign-ups at Baby Beach only, beginning at 0500 and ending between 0700 and 0800.

*The bait barge located just inside the harbor mouth offers kayak scoops. Pretty sure the price is $10.

*Bring extra scratch for the raffle and / or auction - we have a number of choice prizes, including a sweet Dragonfly sonar arranged by our good friends at The Kayak Fishing Show with Jim Sammons. Other highlights include an original Charles Belñavis artwork, a Hobie Livewell, Water Wolf underwater camera, and a Okuma Komodo baitcaster. THANK YOU for the donations.

*The trophies donated by Ten Crows Forge are unbelievably cool. You want one. Fish hard. We are awarding for heaviest gamefish (no sharks, skates, rays or dead bass) and longest Catch, Photo, Release bass. We are also paying out $5 from each entry, split 50/50 between Big Fish and Bass.

*Yanni is cooking up fish tacos. We'll have water, soda and some Gatorade too. Want something else? Bring it! And a chair too, if you want a place to sit.

See you tomorrow. Let's make this a party for our good friend Steve Green, and help him with his cancer battle.

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Iceman

12-04-2015, 07:47 AM

Bait barge is currently saying 3-5 chovie only.

Iceman

12-04-2015, 08:11 AM

Just counted up entries............80

We are going going to fill the lot at Baby Beach. You can launch from the boat launch and after fishing paddle down to Baby Beach, then after paddle back to the launch to load up and head home. Parking at the boat ramp is $10 and need exact change.

Amish Ed

12-04-2015, 09:19 AM

Just to clarify on the swell. Depending on which forecast you look at there is a 2' SSW and a much bigger 6-8' WNW. 15sec period so it'll be packing some punch. Doho should be ok near the river mouth, though I would watch it for a while before heading inside. The inside reefs at Capo on the other hand will probably be breaking. I know my favorite reef is in 20' and comes up to about 10'. It's out.

Iceman

12-04-2015, 10:14 AM

PAL

12-04-2015, 12:53 PM

Last call for pre-registration - The Shootout for Steven Green Kayak Fishing Friendly tournament Paypal link goes silent by 10 pm tonight.

Even if you can't fish, join us at Baby Beach for lunch, the awards ceremony and benefit raffle. 1 pm, be there!

More prizes! Reels and combos and AFTCO apparel.

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deltadelta

12-04-2015, 02:32 PM

Just signed up, any idea on how much raffle tickets are going to cost? I just want to make sure I bring enough cash.

Iceman

12-04-2015, 02:40 PM

83

Not quite sure what the raffle status is, see if Paul chimes in. We were not expecting the generosity to reach the level it has from contributing people and companies.

Iceman

12-04-2015, 04:37 PM

87:luxhello:

FISH11

12-04-2015, 05:17 PM

Got to work and can't join you guys. Sorry I won't be able to make it but at least, I was able to donate earlier on the other post for Steve. Good luck to all and especially to Steve.

PAL

12-04-2015, 06:17 PM

Prizes packed. Just a few hours to go. Good luck everyone!

PAL

12-04-2015, 06:35 PM

Just signed up, any idea on how much raffle tickets are going to cost? I just want to make sure I bring enough cash.

Thanks for signing up!

It will depend on how many people show up to the awards ceremony and lunch. Likely $1 or $5. We're striving for fun and fairness while also helping Steve with his cancer fight. You'll probably want more than one - we're considering a new format.

momo fish

12-04-2015, 09:30 PM

Is there a fee to park by baby beach?

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TXMJG

12-04-2015, 09:45 PM

No it's free parking

Bowhunter

12-06-2015, 07:09 AM

Pictures from The Steve Green Shoot Out!

http://adobe.ly/1XRM9qH

PAL

12-06-2015, 07:21 AM

Pictures from The Steve Green Shoot Out!

http://adobe.ly/1XRM9qH

Nice, thanks! Mind if I post a few of your photos here and on Facebook?

Bowhunter

12-06-2015, 07:37 AM

Please go ahead, these are for everyone!

DanaPT

12-06-2015, 09:00 AM

Nice, thanks! Mind if I post a few of your photos here and on Facebook?

Love the Red bikini shot!

ful-rac

12-06-2015, 09:58 AM

http://i169.photobucket.com/albums/u217/pksbshp/4a5a389513df1467c2d20381e00e41dd_zpsrqb0zuvt.jpg

tacmik

12-06-2015, 10:09 AM

There was an item left at the tourney. I have it. describe and It is yours. And no. It's not in a red bikini.

Cbad Mike

12-06-2015, 10:15 AM

Looks like an awesome time had by all.
Disappointed that I was unable to attend but always sending good juju Steve's way.

PAL

12-06-2015, 10:15 AM

THANK YOU! 93 people registered for the Shootout for Steven Green Kayak Fishing Friendly tournament on just a few weeks notice. It's a testament to the community and a loving tribute to our friend Steven Green, AKA Landwhale. Steve was recently diagnosed with stage 3 esophageal cancer. He's facing an aggressive treatment schedule and determined to walk through the fire.

Steve started kayak fishing 16 years back. Ever since, he's always been around whenever the community needed a hand. He's pitched in at countless tournaments, volunteered with Heroes on the Water- SoCal Chapter, and worked tirelessly in the background to keep our kayak fishing access during the Marine Life Protection Act. It was great to see the community return the love. Many salty kayak anglers we haven't seen for a while turned out. Even the original Hook1 showed up. It was amazing to see you all again.

"Thank you for from the bottom of my heart for the outpouring of love and support," Steve told me this morning. "We’re right about there. The tournament raised quite a bit of money," he added.

Some 45 fished through a day that dawned cold and quite a bit windier than we all hoped. Kayak fishing stalwart Dave Easton won the Catch Photo Release bass category with a 21.5-inch calico. Dana Pt has historically always produced halibut for a kayak tournament, but didn't this day, possibly due to the heavy swell that rolled in overnight before settling down for tournament day.

Several anglers who released rockfish and legal barracuda slapped their foreheads in frustration when they heard. No fish came to the scale, so Easton doubled up and took home big fish too. $465 to him. Between entries, auction, raffle and direct donations, we raised an estimated $5,000 for Steven Green's cancer treatments.

Special thanks to cancer survivor and long-time restauranteur Yanni Hassircoglu of Fisherman's Belly (www.fishermansbelly.com) who served fish tacos and fresh guacamole and salsa to the crowd. Props as well to his volunteer prep crew.

"His food prep and presentation was just amazing. One of the highlights of the day. He really worked hard on it and it showed," Steve said.

Several companies and individuals volunteered prizes for auction and a raffle (we didn't ask, they offered), and the community spent generously to help out Steve. Thanks go out to all of you.

In particular, appreciation to Ric Hawthorne of Ten Crows Forge for the most impressive trophy plaques I've ever seen. They wowed the crowd. We presented a specially customized version to Steve. Also to Davey of Okuma Fishing USA for the Savage Gear baits, Water Wolf camera and Komodo baitcaster. OEX Sunset Beach and Andrew Allen; The Kayak Fishing Show with Jim Sammons and Raymarine; Morgan and Kevin of Hobie Fishing; Charles Belñavis, epic fish artist and tattooist; Mark Olson of Ocean Kayak; Tim of Dana Point Jet Ski; Kayak Fish Magazine; cancer survivor John Upchurch of Mad Frog Gear and many more.

Please take another look at those names. Those companies are staffed with authentic kayak anglers, people who came up through the grassroots. They are family. Keep it in mind when you have money to spend.

Ed Keil, Edward Warren Pelissier, Tony, Allene and Jim Sammons, Tman and the many more of the Baby Beach tournament HQ crew, we couldn't have staged this event without your selfless help. Much love and respect!

Most photos courtesy of Big Waters Edge poster Bowhunter - thanks! The other courtesy of big winner Dave Easton.

Iceman

12-06-2015, 10:37 AM

When Paul said I started the bidding at $200 I said What? Huh? who me?:D.....this guy had said it! Glad to see that $350 was raised for Charles generous offering of original art work and stoked I won one his calico prints in the raffle, gonna mat and frame it!

Sight unseen, I will start the bidding at $250.00 for Charle's piece of art. Should I win it will be hung on the wall at OUR place in Gonzaga.

Iceman

12-06-2015, 10:45 AM

Here are a couple on the water shots

http://www.bigwatersedge.com/bwegallery/data/500/IMG_5408.JPG

http://www.bigwatersedge.com/bwegallery/data/500/IMG_5405.JPG

kurt

12-06-2015, 11:03 AM

Thanks to all who pitched in to put this together. Great time for a great cause. Wish I could have stuck around for food and more fun, but my office holiday party required my presence. Holy Mackerel watched my raffle tickets, and I hear that I won the Water Wolf Underwater Camera, so I'm stoked to have footage of my lures with no fish on them. Thanks again to all who made this happen.

PAL

12-06-2015, 11:06 AM

When Paul said I started the bidding at $200 I said What? Huh? who me?:D.....this guy had said it! Glad to see that $350 was raised for Charles generous offering of original art work and stoked I won one his calico prints in the raffle, gonna mat and frame it!

I knew you were good for it. Think how great it would have looked hanging in OEX Sunset Beach. I was just looking out for a friend - it came framed! :D

ROFL, Kurt! Great to see you, Holy Mack, Rhyno, Hook1, Tman, Nancy and several other longtime friends.

ful-rac

12-06-2015, 11:36 AM

It was a fun day!:luxhello:

Good food! Good people! All coming together to help a friend in need! :luxhello:

Always glad to help out for a good cause! Thanks for putting it together Paul!

FISH11

12-06-2015, 12:15 PM

Looks like a super event for a great cause. I'm sorry I had to work and couldn't make it. Seeing the pictures here, makes me wish even more that I had been able to make it there. I bet if that Red Bikini had been donate as a raffle prize, the grand total might have been doubled. Ha Ha Ha!

alanw

12-06-2015, 03:35 PM

It was cool seeing so many guys stacked out along the Pipe. The fish didn't seem to cooperate very much, same with the weather, but it's always good to see so many of us gathering in light competition for a good cause. Oh, and that red bikini has nothing on Yanni's tacos, amazing! There were many happy fisherman's bellies.

Thanks to the organizers, volunteers, donators, and participants for making this event a success for Steve. It was nice to meet him, and I'm glad to have contributed in my small part to his cause. You got this Steve, and a lot of people and I wish you the best.

Hunters Pa

12-06-2015, 04:33 PM

Looking forward to the "Steve is in remission" tournament.

Great to see some faces I haven't seen in a long time and to meet some new ones.

octico

12-06-2015, 04:37 PM

It was a lot of fun out there. This was really special, I amazed at how many raffle tickets were purchased!

--John

Amish Ed

12-06-2015, 04:58 PM

Thank you Paul for getting this going and making this happen for Steve and Heather. What an awesome day and it was great to see so many of the old guard out there. Great to meet so many people who's posts i've seen, but never met also.

I too look forward to next year when we can all fish with Steve again.

tattuna

12-06-2015, 05:25 PM

ful-rac

12-06-2015, 06:10 PM

$350!?!? That's awesome! Happy I could help out.

Right after I paddled out of the harbor I got a call from a nursing home saying my dad was non responsive. He's been battling colon cancer for 17 years and declining lately. Turned around and poked inside the harbor waiting for a follow up call and when it came the voice on the other end said "He has expired".

I wish I could've stayed longer. It was cool seeing everyone in the morning and great we could help Steve. Fu*k Cancer!

I guess I'll be the first one here to say how sorry I am you lost your dad. Charles, you are definitely a tribute to what a wonderful man he was. Your always there to help out a needy group and or person, like Steve. I'm sure he is very proud of you and what you've done. We're all lucky to have such a wonderful, generous and talented guy like you in our community.

God bless you and your family Charles.

Tony.

Saba Slayer

12-06-2015, 09:26 PM

X 2...Well said Tony...
"I guess I'll be the first one here to say how sorry I am you lost your dad. Charles, you are definitely a tribute to what a wonderful man he was. Your always there to help out a needy group and or person, like Steve. I'm sure he is very proud of you and what you've done. We're all lucky to have such a wonderful, generous and talented guy like you in our community.

God bless you and your family Charles".

momo fish

12-07-2015, 06:35 AM

Sorry to hear about your loss Charles... Heard about it once I landed near the end...

Great turnout for our buddy Steve and as always fun to see and talk to old faces and just share a laugh...

$350!?!? That's awesome! Happy I could help out.

Right after I paddled out of the harbor I got a call from a nursing home saying my dad was non responsive. He's been battling colon cancer for 17 years and declining lately. Turned around and poked inside the harbor waiting for a follow up call and when it came the voice on the other end said "He has expired".

I wish I could've stayed longer. It was cool seeing everyone in the morning and great we could help Steve. Fu*k Cancer!

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PAL

12-07-2015, 07:04 AM

PAL

12-07-2015, 07:06 AM

Big thanks to Kayak Fish Magazine for picking up the Shootout for Steven Green Kayak Fishing Friendly tournament report. KF also donated several sets of tie-down straps and a stack of the latest print edition. Good people - I know, I loved my time working with them.

http://www.kayakfishmag.com/news/kayakers-bring-the-love-for-steve-green-tourney/

Amish Ed

12-08-2015, 03:03 PM

Sorry for your loss Charles.

Mahigeer

12-08-2015, 03:43 PM

Please accept my condolences too.

Though we never met, I feel being part of this community makes us a family.

Your found memories of the good times with him will keep him alive in a way.

May he rest in peace.

Harry Hill

12-08-2015, 04:32 PM

Charles, we haven't met yet but I'm still sorry for your loss. It's hard to lose loved ones even when we know it's coming.

Amish Ed

12-09-2015, 11:28 AM

A slide show from Sat...https://youtu.be/RFXEyDkOiks