SPECIAL NOTICES
Sadly I must inform all members that our dear friend Derek Bennett passed away on June 29, 2008.
In his Honor, there will be an informal gathering to celebrate his life, at the Signal Cove Clubhouse , 7:30 Monday July 7th. (This coming Monday). Refreshments will be served. If you can help with refreshments please call Gene at home 862-7799 or on his cell at 609-828-8457 OR Madelaine 727-534-0386.
The Funeral Service will be held on Wednesday, July 9th. at 10:00am in St. Martin's Episcopal Church, 15801 US 19 in Hudson. For those who dont know, the church is on the west side of 19 and a little north of New York Avenue.
Madelaine. (Any Questions? Call me).
Tacking Action: From Bill Kendrick - Regarding Hurricane Actions
The HBYC Great Scallop Hunt Is NOT on Sunday the 20nth of JULY!as displayed in the HBYC Calendar. It IS on Saturday the 19nth of JULY! Plans to be presented during the July 1st general meeting. article below from Janel Heflin
Gear up for a banner year of scallops starting July 1
The early scouting scuttlebutt for scallop season opening July 1 is: Banner year!
Bay Scallop season opens July 1 and runs through Sept. 10. The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission had yet to release the official scouted counts when this article was written, shrimpers, crabbers, and charter boat captains have a pretty good idea of what the 2008 scallop season will prove to be another record year.
So gather up your gear, renew your saltwater fishing license, and get ready to go for the gold! What you'll need: Besides a boat to take you to the numerous hot spots where the clicking, purple-eyed bivalves are just waiting to be caught, you'll also need some gear. The most common gear used when scalloping are:A dive mask and snorkel, dive fins, a catch bag, a red and white striped diver down flag, dip net, and a flotation device for your safety and when you need to rest. And let’s not forget a saltwater fishing license, issued by the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission is also required. It may be purchased online at www.myfwc.com, or by visiting one of the numerous retail establishments that sell boating, hunting and fishing equipment.
By Janel Heflin, Special to On the Waterfront
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