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Offline CapBob

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6/06 Chiefs From USS Iwo Jima out for a Day on the Water
« on: June 06, 2010, 08:08:57 PM »
Got a call on Friday from Chief PO  Steve Yandergrift, that he and two other Chiefs wanted to go fishing On Sunday, that they were abaod the USS Iwo Jima that was docked at NWS Earle. Made arangements with the Chief to pick them up at the main gate at 0600 on Sun.

Weather was looking bad for Sunday as the day was to where on but I as determined to get the Chiefs out fishing. Got up early on Sunday and ran to get the bait and ice and them to Earle to make the pickup. Was met by Steve Master Chief Tom Crutfield and Chief PO Perry Gaffney, great guys. Made the trip[ to the boat stopping to pick up snacks for the guys. Boat was laoded and we were underway at 0650.  Day started out great and I ean outside as the water Temp shot up to 75 in the bay and shut down the bite.

Arrived on my spot found some marks and began the slick going, had an early run off but no  hook up, boated a couple skates and Dogs. Pod of Bunkers came by but nothing on them. At the change i ran into the bay, just as the wind licked into high gear. Greated with a stiff 25-30 WSW wind against the incoming tide. Found birds working, tried jigging and drifting no luck. Anchored up and tried to Chunk them in, had wind against chunks and lines going all over, took some green water over the bow while on the hook. Deceided to pull the hook and head in closer to shore. No dice wind still hawking 3 knott drift. Finally packed it it and headed for the barn. Dropped the guys off at Moby's so they could have a Beer and some lunch.

Gased the boat, put her away and washed her, picked up the Guys just as they finished. Gave them a ride back to the base. The Chiefs presented me witha Chiefs Assoc Coin, beautiful. Even though no fish, a great days with some outstanding protectors of our Freedom.
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Re: 6/06 Chiefs From USS Iwo Jima out for a Day on the Water
« Reply #1 on: June 06, 2010, 08:12:21 PM »
 clp slt


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Re: 6/06 Chiefs From USS Iwo Jima out for a Day on the Water
« Reply #2 on: June 06, 2010, 09:01:53 PM »
Nice getting them out Capt!  Nice try, but I am sure they were happy to be out.

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Re: 6/06 Chiefs From USS Iwo Jima out for a Day on the Water
« Reply #3 on: June 06, 2010, 09:13:12 PM »
Nice try anyway. t^


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Re: 6/06 Chiefs From USS Iwo Jima out for a Day on the Water
« Reply #4 on: June 06, 2010, 09:14:05 PM »
Still a great day on the water I'm sure



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Re: 6/06 Chiefs From USS Iwo Jima out for a Day on the Water
« Reply #5 on: June 06, 2010, 09:21:57 PM »
VERY NICE of you Bob.....  t^
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Re: 6/06 Chiefs From USS Iwo Jima out for a Day on the Water
« Reply #6 on: June 06, 2010, 09:22:40 PM »
Great effort CaptBob. Tuff weather day for sure.
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Re: 6/06 Chiefs From USS Iwo Jima out for a Day on the Water
« Reply #7 on: June 07, 2010, 10:56:40 AM »
 slt

stay safe and thanks for your service guys

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Re: 6/06 Chiefs From USS Iwo Jima out for a Day on the Water
« Reply #8 on: June 07, 2010, 11:05:42 AM »
Capt Bob Class act on your part  t^


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Re: 6/06 Chiefs From USS Iwo Jima out for a Day on the Water
« Reply #9 on: June 07, 2010, 11:09:59 AM »
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Re: 6/06 Chiefs From USS Iwo Jima out for a Day on the Water
« Reply #10 on: June 07, 2010, 02:18:51 PM »
nice job despite the conditions there Chomps....good job getting our service members out for a day of relaxation and fun!  t^
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Re: 6/06 Chiefs From USS Iwo Jima out for a Day on the Water
« Reply #11 on: June 07, 2010, 02:42:32 PM »
Nicely done Capt Bob   clp  Many thanks to the Chiefs for their service.. and to you for your efforts !  chrz

 

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