February/March 2016
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February/March 2016 CANBERRA GAME FISHING CLUB INC CONTACTS & OFFICE BEARERS 2015-2016 POSITION NAME EMAIL PRESIDENT Greg Campbell [email protected] PAST PRESIDENT Bernie Sillis [email protected] VICE PRESIDENT Alan Latimer [email protected] Peter Chamberlain [email protected] SECRETARY Mario Imbriano [email protected] ASST SECRETARY Judy Sillis [email protected] TREASURER Gary Cairns [email protected] RECORDER Carol Taylor [email protected] COMMITTEE John Collins [email protected] Matt Harman [email protected] Kim Hobday [email protected] James Kemp [email protected] Peter Kemp [email protected] Luke Stuart [email protected] Steve Wearn [email protected] LIFE MEMBERS Bill Abbott Bill Dunkley Paul Anderson [email protected] Alan Latimer [email protected] Sanchia Glaskin [email protected] POSTAL ADDRESS Canberra Game Fishing Club Inc P O Box 94 WODEN ACT 2606 FAX 02-62977445 GENERAL ENQUIRIES Greg Campbell 0417 209612 Mario Imbriano 0421 049191 PRESIDENT’S REPORT The year is racing away again. We only have a quick few months until our tournament and the end of our points score so keep tagging those fish and going fishing on zone weekends. For those that can go our Bermi bash is coming up this weekend and hopefully there will be a few go to that if you need a ride on a boat come down and it will be sorted keep safe on the roads and water and have a great Easter Cheers Greg Campbell President 22 March 16 SECRETARY'S REPORT Hi All What a start to the season, from the reports I have heard there have been a lot of marlin around with boats getting up to 12 fish a day – wow. The comps have been and gone for the start of the season with the weather being normal for comps. Two out of three days being able to fish. Well done to all club boats who went to the comps and supported the other clubs. Well done to the crew on Nautiness for winning heaviest Marlin at the Bermagui Blue Water Classic, and to Greg Smith for reeling it in, all 128.5kg of Striped Marlin. Congratulations to Alan and Kelly Dawe on the birth of their daughter Kate. Also a big get well to club members Kim Hobday and Mark Trew – hope to see you on the water soon. Alliance Tag and Release Tournament 12th to 13th March. Southern Zone Interclub all ports 12th and 13th of March. Shoalhaven Game Fishing Tournament is on the 18th to 20th March. Eden Open Game Fishing Tournament is on the 18th to 20th March. Bermi Bash is on the 26th of March One Day event to have fun. As you can see, March is a busy time of the year. If you are going to fish the Southern zone, you can also fish the Alliance T&R out of Bermagui on the same weekend, There are entry forms in Tale Rope for these. If you are fishing the Alliance T&R, could you let me know if you can help with the BBQ on Friday night or Sunday. Thanks. The Bermi Bash is on Sat 26th March – if you have a friend/friends who would like to see what game fishing is all about, this is a good weekend to do so with low cost involved and, of course, FUN. The Yellowfin Tournament is coming up in May, if you know of anyone who might like to sponsor the club, can you let Greg, Gary or myself know so we can have a look into it. If you want a club shirt let Gary Cairns or myself know so we can bring them to the next meeting. Good luck to all those fishing the tournaments, stay safe and catch plenty. Our next meeting is on the 8th of March at the Hellenic Club Woden, hope to see you all there with many a tale to tell. Mario Imbriano Secretary Canberra GFC February 2016 EDITOR’S REPORT Another great month on the water for the Canberra club. As you will read in the Bermagui Alliance report from Judy Sillis the club cleaned up with Escape taking out champion boat over 7m one of the many categories won by the club. It was also good to see everyone wearing the Canberra club shirts. If any one would like one of these shirts please see Mario, for $25 they are a bargain. The Bermi bash is coming up this weekend hope to see you there. Its always a great day on the water and a great way to introduce new members to the sport followed by a BBQ at the club. The Canberra Yellofin tournament is fast approaching if you can think of anyone who may like to sponsor the tournament Aaron Wild has produced a great sponsorship booklet that can be passed on. If you would like one of the sponsorship booklets let me know. If you have any photos or stories you would like in the tale rope or the facebook page please send them through to [email protected] DATES TO REMEMBER 26 March Bermi Bash 12th April CGFC General Meeting CANBERRA GAME FISHING CLUB BERMI BASH EASTER SATURDAY – 26TH MARCH, 2016 The Canberra Game Fishing Club is hosting the annual Bermi Bash in Bermagui on 26th March, 2016 – Easter Saturday. The aim of the day is to introduce new members to the sport of game fishing and to assist members with advice on tackle and equipment. It is focused also on the social side of fishing. Members of Bermagui Big Game Anglers Club and other neighbouring clubs are also invited to take part. Where possible, we will place new/potential members on members’ boats for a day game fishing. They will, of course, be expected to contribute to the cost of fuel, which we expect will be kept to a minimum, and to abide by the particular skipper’s directions. It will allow new/potential members a day, hopefully, that will have them 'hooked' on game fishing. Boats will compete in a “beer Mug tournament” with prizes of a beer mug in each of three categories: High point score tag and release boat High point score tag and release angler President’s/Capture Award GFAA and NSWGFA Rules will apply. On Saturday evening the Canberra Game Fishing Club will provide a barbeque at the barbeque area at the Bermagui Country Club. Those attending the Bermi Bash will be responsible for their own accommodation, travel to and from Bermagui and any meals other than the supplied BBQ on Saturday night. Please advise Mario Imbriano, Secretary, Canberra Game Fishing Club by Thursday 24thMarch, 2016 of your attendance for catering purposes. Enquiries: Mario Imbriano – Phone – 0421 049191 Email – [email protected] Greg Campbell – Phone 0417 209612 CANBERRA CLEANS UP AT 27TH ALLIANCE TAG AND RELEASE TOURNAMENT The 27th Annual Alliance Tag and Release Tournament was held out of Bermagui on Saturday and Sunday 12th and 13th March. 28 boats fished the tournament of which Aquaholic, Escape, Mr Hooker, Nautiness, Panlicker and Y Knot 2 represented Canberra. Fishing in the days leading up to the tournament was excellent and all crews set out on Saturday morning full of confidence. When Escape called in the first tag at 7.20am spirits were high for a very good day. At the end of Day 1 however there were only eight marlin tagged by the 95 anglers taking part. There were plenty of fish sighted tailing and feeding on bait balls, but with them gorging our on the triggerfish in the bait balls it was difficult to get a bite. The crew on Escape were leading the way being the only boat to tag two marlin. Day 1 was significant for the Canberra Club however with two of our female anglers, Debra Kemp on Aquaholic and Chrissy Meneghal aboard Escape each tagging their first marlin. Well done and I am sure that these are just the first of many. The second day produced perfect sea conditions as the crews headed out and Escape was again on the board early when Luke Stuart tagged his second for the weekend, putting Escape to the lead for Champion Boat. There was more activity on the tagging front with Mark Trew on Panlicker nosing ahead in the male angler category, tagging two on 15kg. Judy Sillis edged ahead in the female angler category when she tagged her second for the weekend on Mr Hooker. The Champion Team is the major trophy for the Alliance Tournament and it was again hotly contested. There were three teams with four or five fish and in the end the three boats team of Escape, Rocky and Joker got across the line. Thanks to all of the Canberra members (looking resplendent in their club shirts) who cooked the barbeque for the presentation and to the crews who took part. Results for Canberra members were as follows: CHAMPION THREE BOAT TEAM – Escape, Rocky and Joker CHAMPION BOAT OVER 7 METRES – Escape CHAMPION ANGLER – BILLFISH – Mark Trew (Panlicker) CHAMPION MALE ANGLER – Mark Trew (Panlicker) CHAMPION FEMALE ANGLER – Judy Sillis (Mr Hooker) CHAMPION ANGLER DAY 1 – Mark Trew CHAMPION BOAT OVER 7 M – DAY 1 - Escape Line, Backing, Double, Leader (a) Line 1. Monofilament, multifilament and lead core multifilament lines may be used. For line classes, see Australian Record Requirements. 2. Wire lines are prohibited. (b) Line backing 1. Backing not attached to the fishing line is permissible with no restrictions as to size or material. 2. If the fishing line is attached to the backing, the catch shall be classified under the heavier of the two lines.