DECEMBER

 2006

NEWSLETTER

 ACGFA, P.O. Box 2001, St. Augustine, Fl 32085

President: John Jordan - Vice President: Joe Noda

Treasurer: Linda Manucy - Secretary: Anita Pierce

Directors: Donna Frantz, Bert Walton, James Manucy,

Ruth Jordan, Stephanie Burt, and Dave Bruster

Newsletter Editor: Jim Blalock - Phone  (904) 471-2730

Jim’s e-mail: jimreneb@bellsouth.net

ACGFA Web Site Address: acgfa.com

                           

Our Next Meeting is Tuesday, January 16th at the St. Augustine Shrine Club, 250 1st St.  Directions follow.  The Shriners meeting night is the 2nd Tuesday of the month, therefore, our meetings are on the 3rd Tuesday.  They have a very nice facility overlooking Moultrie Creek.  They have adequate parking across from the building and operate a bar for us with donations for Drinks @ $3.00 and Beer @ $2.00.  Social is at 6:30, meeting at 7.30

 

Last Month’s Meeting:  Because of the early date of the Christmas Party (December 1st) this Newsletter was printed after the Christmas Party.   Anyone that missed the party missed a great time.  There were many members, children and guests there, and, of course Santa and Mrs. Claus. Many thanks to Harry and Marie Frantz and to Ruth Jordan, Teeka Franke and their helpers for making Santa’s visit a great time for the children. Thanks to James Manucy &, Jim Blalock and crew for the ham, turkeys (smoked & fried) and roast pork.  Thanks also to all who brought covered dishes and desserts, they were delicious.  The Shrine Club looked great.  Thanks to the Shriners who furnished the Christmas Tree and the hard work by the decorating committee and kitchen crew for their hard work.  Also gift certificates and a Pierre Pierce Trophy were presented to Tommy Vaughn (Avid Angler) for the hard work they do for our Kingfish Challenge Tournament and Liana and David Chapman were recognized for their donation of turkeys and hams for our Thanksgiving Gift Baskets for the needy.


 

“Baskets of Cheer” and Door Prizes:  Winners of the Baskets of Cheer were:  Jim Mitchell and Paula Mickler.  The parties are on them. Thanks to all who brought items for the baskets, they were great.  We raised over $600.00 to donate to the Shriner’s charity. There were 5 - Fifty Dollar ($50.00) gift certificates to local restaurants drawn from the members present as door prizes. Winners were: Chris McCranie, Bill & Lois Usina, Rick Emert, John Kolbe, & Chris Thomas. There were several names drawn that were not there.

 

New Life Members:  Joel & Carmel Cunningham were presented with ACGFA Life Memberships in recognition for their contributions to the club.  Joel is a past President and Carmel was a long time Secretary.  Both are long time valued members and continue to work on various committees and functions of the club. Donna Frantz was also presentd with a ACGFA Life Membership.  She is our outgoing  President and is also a long time member who has and is Chairman of the Kingfish Challenge Tournament.  She also has and is co-chairing the Junior Kingfish Challenge Tournament.  She is always willing to work any or all functions of the club.  Thank you Joel, Carmel and Donna.

 

Membership Drawing - $300:   At the Christmas Party, we drew names until there was a winner:  Jimmy Tedder.  Again there were several names drawn that were not there.  It pays to attend the meetings and parties.

 

Snacks:  Last month Jim & Rene Blalock had Pulled Pork Sandwiches with Chips and Cole Slaw. If you were late, shame on you.  It ran out!  Sorry about that, next time I will fix 30 lbs of pork instead of 22 lbs. Carmel and Joel Cunningham will provide snacks at the January meeting.

 

Fishing Information

 

November Angler-of-the-Month: There were 19 entry cards from 8 anglers this month.  Congratulations to November Angler-of-the-Month Max Pechstein. This is his second Angler-of-the-Month award this year.  Max  caught a 14.12 lb Grouper (1st place Juniors and Largest of Month), a 8.8 lb Red Snapper (2nd place Juniors and Largest of Month) and he caught a 24.14 lb Wahoo (2nd place Juniors and Largest of Month)  for a total of 550 points.  Great job Max!!  Catches include cards received from October 27th thru November 29th.  Cards received after November 29th will count for the December Angler-of-the-Month.  See the complete list of cards turned-in attached. 

 

Spring Kickoff Tournament: The Spring Kickoff Tournament starts February 1st and ends March 31st.  This is an inshore tournament for Redfish, Flounder, Sheepshead, Trout (closed February 1st thru 28th), Drum (Pompey and Black), Pompano, and Whiting.  This is a points tournament and a total of  $600 will be awarded to the 1st ($300), 2nd ($200), and 3rd ($100) place top anglers.  Entry is $10 per adult angler and $5 for junior and small-fries Complete rules are enclosed.

 

Message from the President

Most presidents take office and tell you how bad the last officers did. Well, that's not what is happening. The club is not broken. The current group of officers and board members will continue to do what is best for our club.

 

The overall goal this year is to bring the board and officers closer to the membership. "Closer" meaning asking members to get involved and have more input in decisions and club functions. "Closer" meaning asking board members and officers to give up some of the fun jobs we do. Having more participation will increase pride, responsibility, and membership. Overall it will make it more fun for everyone.

 

Our A.C.G.F.A. founding fathers recognized this need. In our bylaws we have standing and ad hoc committees. Start looking in the monthly "want ads" for your opportunity to work with a great club. When you consider applying for a job, plan to bring in several of your friends to help. The more people involved the better it is.

 

HOPE YOUR HOLIDAY IS HAPPY AND SAFE, SEE YA NEXT YEAR!!!        John

 

WANT ADS:

 

Committee Chair Position: Your monthly pay will depend on your qualifications. Your pay raises will depend on your ability to perform.  In both cases, there will be lots of $00000's in your check. Job descriptions:

 

SALES CHAIRPERSON:  T-shirt sales: Looking for two very personable, friendly, sales oriented people. Maybe a couple, work as chair and co-chair. Work together as a team to sell t-shirts and other merchandise at membership meetings and other club functions. Involves moving and storing merchandise between meetings. Being accountable for money and merchandise, make recommendations for orders. NEED IMMEDIATELY!

 

CLUB REPORTER:   Media promotions Publicity Chairperson: Involves working with local news papers and other media providing monthly club news, web site articles and special program information. Make sure all monthly meetings are listed in The Record prior to that meeting.

 

Merry Christmas, Happy Hanukkah and a Happy New Year to all!!

 

Beat Wishes to all!!  Rene and I especially wish each and everyone a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.  Both she and I have had our share of health problems this year.  We could not have a better group of friends as this club.  The food that was brought, the prayers and best wishes, and just the thought that we could depend on you for your support meant a great deal to us. This club has always been there for its members and the community.  That’s why it is so great. Thank you all so much  -  Jim & Rene