Spinnaker Posted October 15, 2008 Posted October 15, 2008 I may come down in mid Nov. for a week. I launch my boat when I get there and dock at the resort. I have a 20 gallon tank and will need a fill up mid week or sooner depending on how far I boat every day. The State Park Marina is closed in Nov. (although they may be open during the up coming tourney) and big Cedar told me they will only sell gas to guests because of the corps of engineers regs. I suppose there may be a legitimate reason for that, but it sounds dubious to me. So although it would not kill me to pull my boat out mid week, I would rather avoid it if I can. On the otherhand, perhaps it would be worth the minor inconvenience if gas prices keep coming down! Thanks.
Whack'emGood Posted October 15, 2008 Posted October 15, 2008 KC, Be sure to take all of your belongings out of your boat at night-- every night. There is always a chance that you could become a victim of theft if you don't-- and it has been widely documented that there have been more than a few thefts on TR this Summer. Please take every precaution against such a travesty-- I would hate to hear that your trip was ruined by these scoundrels. DO NOT TAKE MY WARNING LIGHTLY! This is not just my opinion-- many others will agree with me on this issue. Sorry that I can't help you with your question, but wanted you to be aware of the situation that has and is happening. Have a great trip, and good luck on the water! Whack'em "Success builds confidence, and you have to learn to trust your instincts and forget about fishing the way a tournament is supposed to be won. I'm going to fish my style and make it work for me." -KEVIN VANDAM "Confidence is the best lure in your tackle box." -GERALD SWINDLE "A-Rig? Thanks, but no thanks. If I can't catch them on the conventional tackle that I already use, then I guess I just can't catch them." -LK (WHACK'EM)
Fishrman Posted October 15, 2008 Posted October 15, 2008 I would call Indian Point, I looked at this last year from the campground perspective. They were one of only a few that are open year round. It is not far from the dam, so it may be worth your time to check out their marina to see if they will be open. Also, Whack is right, take everything off and out of your boat. A little extra time before and after fishing may save you several hundred or more dollars. Good luck and have fun.
Spinnaker Posted October 16, 2008 Author Posted October 16, 2008 Thanks for the info. I do take precautions and remove my gear everyday. Do you take your boat out of the lake every night after fishing?
Spinnaker Posted October 16, 2008 Author Posted October 16, 2008 I just checked with Indian Point Marina and they are open in Nov. so I am good to go.
techo Posted October 16, 2008 Posted October 16, 2008 I am a poor dude, but that is one of the reasons I don't purchase one of those $30,000.00 dock spaces. I figure by the time I pull all of the stuff out of my boat and put it back in, purchase the expensive gas, or haul it......I could just trailer my boat. t would be nice to have a place for the kids to swim and play in the water though. Tim Carpenter
Spinnaker Posted October 16, 2008 Author Posted October 16, 2008 Yea. I looked at the posts on the thefts sometime ago. I won't reiterate what others have said, other than its a darn shame that it happens on a lake or just about anywhere. Thanks for the advice.
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