Troop 332

Just a reminder that the troops annual Snapper Fishing Tournament will be held this Sunday in Bay Park.

1:00 PM    Gather to catch bait with a saine.  Bring bathing suit and water shoes for this.  (Lotsa fun here)

2:00 – 4:00 PM    Time to catch those Snappers.  Of course you may fish for anything you want, but Snappers are what count.  Tell me (Mr. Shields) when you catch one so I can count it.

Bring a lawn chair, a hat and drinking water.  Some bring lunch, some bring BBQ grills.  What every you and your family want to do.

Bring a snapper pole or light spinning rod and reel.  You only need a snapper hook, some light line and a float to catch snappers.  I use a bamboo pole.  There is no cost and the whole family can join in.

LOCATION: Bait is gathered just south of the Boat Ramp in Bay Park.  Fishing is on the bulkhead just north of the Boat Ramp.

In case of inclement weather, punt.  It’s like football, the game goes on as long as it’s not a danger.  See you there.   David Shields, Scoutmaster

Note!  This was just found under NYS Dept. of Environmental Conservation web-site:

When will the license requirements become effective?

Beginning October 1, 2009, all anglers, required to do so, must have a recreational marine fishing license.

[Note: there is pending legislation that may delay the effective date of the implementation of the recreational marine fishing license until January 1, 2010.]

Also:

Are there any exemptions whereby I don’t need to purchase a recreational marine fishing license?

The following persons are exempt from the requirement to buy the new recreational marine fishing license: Legally blind persons, veterans who qualify for a permanent military-related disability, and members of the Armed Forces who qualify for a free license under New York’s Patriot Act.

Also, people fishing in the Marine and Coastal District on an appropriately NYSDEC- licensed charter boat or party boat do not need to have a recreational marine fishing license.

Friday, August 21 Hersheypark Boy Scout Wildwilderness Family Camping Outing – Reminder: You will need to have a tent and sleeping bag/air mattress.  See you at High Meadow Campground around 2-3 pm on Friday.  (We are leaving ER as close to 9:00am as possible)  The campground has a nice pool.  Bring a lantern.  Don’t forget, your tickets will get you into Hersheypark on Friday night for a free preview and free parking (Do not give up your tickets on Friday night, they only stamp them).  You will need to provide you own meals on Friday.  Look up www.hersheypark.com for directions.

Sunday, August 30 Troop Snapper Fishing Tournament – Bay Park, south of the Boat Ramp 1:00 pm to learn how to and to catch bait.  (Wear your bathing suit and water shoes, because you will be wading in the water.  Have a towel to dry off your legs and feet)  Tournament from 2:00 – 4:00 pm.  You will need to have a light pole, casting or bamboo, with a float and snapper hooks.  We will provide the bait for the snappers.  Bring the family, bring a drink, bring lunch, bring a chair, enjoy the day.  Reminder – New York State, in their infinite wisdom, passed a new law, requiring everyone that reaches the age of 16 to have in their possession a valid New York State “Salt Water” Fishing license.  I think it cost $ 10.00.  (I will try to find out where to purchase one, for those interested)

Monday, September 7 LABOR DAY

Friday, September 11 First Regular Troop Meeting – Green Bar Planning and Orientation - Registration for new and returning scouts (There should be a post card with detailed information)

Friday, September 18 Fall Parents Night and Court of Awards -  All Merit Badges and Rank Advancements earned over the summer, and during summer camp will be given out at this meeting.   All Scout families are reminded to please bring snacks to share after the meeting.  Recommended; either a dozen cup cakes or two 2 liter bottles of soda.