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Post by jcheetam on Feb 19, 2005 23:03:42 GMT -5
I like the idea of an "informal" draw event. I love fishing with the ABA (it's a great trail with a great bunch of guys), but I think some people might be scared off if this becomes an "organized" tournament. How many opportunities do non-tournament anglers (and tournament anglers for that matter) have to fish in a stress-free, low cost tournament? Not too many that I know of. No offense Anthony (this isn't a dig on you or the ABA), I know you are just trying to make this easy on Dan...
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Post by ABA on Feb 20, 2005 0:22:58 GMT -5
Dan,
Yes it would have to be 55.00 per person per ABA rules.
I appreciate the insight their Jeff. One thing that you may wish to understand is Liability. I can tell you tons of stories where clubs, organizations and members have been sued for something that happened during an event. I even heard one horror story of a club director being sued because of something that happened on the way to an event.
In today’s sue happy world I highly recommend Dan protect himself in any way he can. That is why I suggested the ABA. It’s an easy way to protect everyone involved in the event.
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Post by CWINSIII on Feb 20, 2005 0:30:23 GMT -5
Dan You should keep in mind that you are only allowed to have 26 boats at Sleepy Hollow. If this thing gets to big you will have to find somewhere else to fish it. If you have 26 boats parking gets to be a problem. People will have to park on the grass and chance getting a ticket.
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Post by djkimmel on Feb 20, 2005 0:33:01 GMT -5
jcheetam, that's my concern too and as much as I appreciate Anthony's offer, I want to keep is much lower cost than that. Sorry Anthony. I do appreciate it.
The liability thing will be an issue but I have another idea for that too that I think will work.
I like the $5 per person idea with some giveaways I'm able to get from sponsors. Anyone else similar ideas let me know. Every now and then, it's a relief to fish for bragging rights more than anything.
I will need to get ahold of some type of weigh scale. Anyone have one lying around I can borrow for a day?
Bring your own bass bags if you have them too.
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Post by CWINSIII on Feb 20, 2005 0:37:50 GMT -5
Dan
I have a couple people around Lansing and could problubly get the scales.
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Post by ABA on Feb 20, 2005 0:37:53 GMT -5
Hey Dan,
I could probably help out on the weigh bags and scale.
We have allot of time between now and then but I don't see why I could not help you out here.
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Post by djkimmel on Feb 20, 2005 1:18:12 GMT -5
Thanks Anthony. I'm sorry I seem to be turning down you original generous offer. I do appreciate it. If you can help with bags and a scale, that would be awesome (I can probably trade the huge $5 entry fee for use of equipment if you plan on fishing ;D)
CWINSIII I don't expect anywhere near 26 boats this first time around. I'll have a sign up later just in case. If Anthony ends up needing his equipment, I'll let you know. Thanks!
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Post by cameraguy on Feb 20, 2005 1:41:41 GMT -5
Dan, Wouldn't you be insured by BASS if it were a club function? A "for fun" tournament held by "Bass Boys..."?
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Post by djkimmel on Feb 20, 2005 2:32:30 GMT -5
That's what I'm thinking...
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Post by Revtro on Feb 20, 2005 20:55:00 GMT -5
I might be way off base here because I'm certainly no lawyer, but perhaps it's possible to have everyone sign a waiver of liability for this tourney so that Dan doesn't have to worry about any problems afterward in case something bad were to happen. I wonder if there are any organizations out there who have something like that which we could use? Just a thought.
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Post by djkimmel on Feb 20, 2005 21:23:44 GMT -5
Revtro - I think running the tournament under my club will provide coverage. I could go the waiver route, but I think those in the end won't guarantee no liability either. I would hope with the great bunch of anglers here, that something like that just isn't necessary...
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Post by ABA on Feb 20, 2005 21:32:57 GMT -5
It's not the Bass fishermen you have to worry about dan. Bass fishermen understand...... It's the non-bass fishermen or a family member of a hurt one that is usually the problem.
As for the dissclaimer.... thier not iron clad. I do have a nice well written version you can use Dan. It is always a good thing to have.
I am more then willing to help you in any way I can.
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Post by djkimmel on Feb 21, 2005 21:13:07 GMT -5
9/24 and a draw format are looking like the best bet overall right now.
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Post by PoorBoy on Feb 22, 2005 13:27:47 GMT -5
so it pretty much looks like we will be doing a draw format. but will we be doing a draw partner format or just draw a co-angler type deal. basically i am wondering if the two guys who end up in a boat together will be fishing as a team or as individuals. PoorBoy himself
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Post by Eric on Feb 22, 2005 19:23:36 GMT -5
Why does everyone always have to pick on the fat guy??? I know, it's because they can't catch fish like he can, so they have to attack him other ways. At least Dan is my friend, and won't make me fish with you guys. Thanks Dan Count me in, if at all possible. I'll have to add a line item to the fishing budget for an extra $5 for the entry fee and $200 for travel expenses to get to wherever this place is.
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