Speaker for the May 6 meeting at Everglades:
John B. Rohan, Executive Director of Recreation & Parks352-674-1800
John.Rohan@Districtgov.org
John B. Rohan has worked for The Villages Community Development District since 1993. John’s leadership extends to several areas within the recreation department that include Fitness Clubs, Special Events, The Enrichment Academy, and Room Reservations. These facilities are managed with a budget of $22 million per year and over 600 full and part time employees. Since 2011, The Villages Recreation & Parks Department has received the CAPRA Accreditation from the National Recreation & Park Association and is one of the few accredited recreation departments in the state of Florida.
More info here: https://www.districtgov.org/departments/Recreation/recreation.aspx
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John B. Rohan, Executive Director of Recreation & Parks352-674-1800
John.Rohan@Districtgov.org
John B. Rohan has worked for The Villages Community Development District since 1993. John’s leadership extends to several areas within the recreation department that include Fitness Clubs, Special Events, The Enrichment Academy, and Room Reservations. These facilities are managed with a budget of $22 million per year and over 600 full and part time employees. Since 2011, The Villages Recreation & Parks Department has received the CAPRA Accreditation from the National Recreation & Park Association and is one of the few accredited recreation departments in the state of Florida.
More info here: https://www.districtgov.org/departments/Recreation/recreation.aspx
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News article by Luke Sara in the Villages Daily Sun 04-01. Coverage of CCA (Coastal Conservation Association) speaker Adam Miller. CLICK HERE to read the article
WIN a 4-day trip on The American Patriot - Tickets available at meetings
We are giving members the chance to win a spot on the private Club fishing trip. The trip dates are October 21 – 24, 2024. It will be a deep drop trip with electric reels to Pulley Ridge. Tickets can be purchased at Club meetings (thru July 1, 2024) Cost is $5 per ticket or 5 tickets for $20
*Trip is for one (1) person NOT INCLUDED: Mate & Chef gratuity, Electric Reel rental, $100 for unlimited terminal tackle & weights. Drawing July 1, 2024 – Winner need not be present
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We are giving members the chance to win a spot on the private Club fishing trip. The trip dates are October 21 – 24, 2024. It will be a deep drop trip with electric reels to Pulley Ridge. Tickets can be purchased at Club meetings (thru July 1, 2024) Cost is $5 per ticket or 5 tickets for $20
*Trip is for one (1) person NOT INCLUDED: Mate & Chef gratuity, Electric Reel rental, $100 for unlimited terminal tackle & weights. Drawing July 1, 2024 – Winner need not be present
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ONLY 5 spots left!!! as of Apr 5. Get yours quick.
4 day American Patriot trip to Pulley Ridge (June, 2025)
Is it time to add an incredible fishing trip to your bucket list? We have just that opportunity.
COST: $1,800 (includes ALL terminating tackle and weights)
NOT INCLUDED: Mate and Chef tip
Available at extra charge - Electric reel rentals, Fish cleaning.
Join your Deep Sea Fishing Club on a 4-day fishing trip to Pulley Ridge on the American Patriot. We will be fishing depths of 600 - 1000+ feet with the use of electric reels. Cost includes all weights and terminating tackle. Mate and Chef tips are NOT included as well as the rental cost for the electric reels. Fish cleaning is optional at an extra cost. Don't wait to sign up as this trip will fill up fast. Applications will start being accepted at the April 1, 2024 monthly Club meeting. This trip is open to all dues-paying Club members whose dues are in good standing.
Details are on the Waiver form which must be filled out and turned in with payment for trip deposit.
GET FORM HERE
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4 day American Patriot trip to Pulley Ridge (June, 2025)
Is it time to add an incredible fishing trip to your bucket list? We have just that opportunity.
COST: $1,800 (includes ALL terminating tackle and weights)
NOT INCLUDED: Mate and Chef tip
Available at extra charge - Electric reel rentals, Fish cleaning.
Join your Deep Sea Fishing Club on a 4-day fishing trip to Pulley Ridge on the American Patriot. We will be fishing depths of 600 - 1000+ feet with the use of electric reels. Cost includes all weights and terminating tackle. Mate and Chef tips are NOT included as well as the rental cost for the electric reels. Fish cleaning is optional at an extra cost. Don't wait to sign up as this trip will fill up fast. Applications will start being accepted at the April 1, 2024 monthly Club meeting. This trip is open to all dues-paying Club members whose dues are in good standing.
Details are on the Waiver form which must be filled out and turned in with payment for trip deposit.
GET FORM HERE
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2024 Spring outdoor expo at the Everglades was a lot of fun. Many clubs were represented and of course, our Deep Sea Fishing Club. Thanks to Charlie Pryde's excellent composite fishing video and the good looking guys who manned our booth. We signed up 29 new members!
Visit Webpage
Visit Webpage
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Swap meet - joint with the Villages Fresh Water Fishing CLub ...
A very successful event- see more info HERE
Daily Sun Article by Luke Sara - HERE
Swap meet - joint with the Villages Fresh Water Fishing CLub ...
A very successful event- see more info HERE
Daily Sun Article by Luke Sara - HERE
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Speaker for the May 6 meeting at Everglades:
John B. Rohan, Executive Director of Recreation & Parks
352-674-1800
John.Rohan@Districtgov.org
John B. Rohan has worked for The Villages Community Development District since 1993. John’s leadership extends to several areas within the recreation department that include Fitness Clubs, Special Events, The Enrichment Academy, and Room Reservations. These facilities are managed with a budget of $22 million per year and over 600 full and part time employees. Since 2011, The Villages Recreation & Parks Department has received the CAPRA Accreditation from the National Recreation & Park Association and is one of the few accredited recreation departments in the state of Florida.
More info here: https://www.districtgov.org/departments/Recreation/recreation.aspx
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ALERT
FOR THE FOLLOWING DATES ONLY, we will be meeting at alternate locations.
August - - August 5 at Lake Miona Rec Center
November - - November 4 at Lake Miona Rec Center
see map below
Meeting times for the above dates are unchanged - doors open at 6 PM and the meeting starts at 6:30 PM.
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Spring fish fry -
"Memorial Fish Fry for Everett Belter". Event will be at Rohann Rec Center on April 29th from noon - 3PM. You must have a reservation by purchasing a ticket for $15 per person at our Monday Club meetings or send a check to:
Ida Donegan,
1884 Sagamore St
Villages, FL 32162
Soda, water, coffee and tea will be provided. Adult beverages - BYOB.
Potluck sides.
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Fall Fish Fry Picnic Thursday, November 2, 2023
Our fish fry was a great success. Good food, member camaraderie, excellent prizes given out.
More info HERE
"Memorial Fish Fry for Everett Belter". Event will be at Rohann Rec Center on April 29th from noon - 3PM. You must have a reservation by purchasing a ticket for $15 per person at our Monday Club meetings or send a check to:
Ida Donegan,
1884 Sagamore St
Villages, FL 32162
Soda, water, coffee and tea will be provided. Adult beverages - BYOB.
Potluck sides.
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Fall Fish Fry Picnic Thursday, November 2, 2023
Our fish fry was a great success. Good food, member camaraderie, excellent prizes given out.
More info HERE
Next meeting is Monday, Mar. 4th at Lake Miona Rec. Center
Meeting time as usual - doors open at 6:00 PM - meeting starts at 6:30 PM
Meeting time as usual - doors open at 6:00 PM - meeting starts at 6:30 PM
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Upcoming Events
1. 4-day Pulley Ridge Deep Drop trip is full. Get on waitlist.
Monday, October 21, 2024 @ 6 PM thru Thursday, October 24, 2024 @ 8 AM
Details HERE
2. Swap meet - joint with the Villages Fresh Water Fishing CLub ... Feb. 16, 2024
Come and buy, sell or swap fishing gear. Details to follow.
3. Spring Expo - The Villages Outdoor Expo
Date: 2/23 & 24/2024
Time: 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Location: Everglades Recreation, 5497 Marsh Bend Trail
Details HERE
The American Patriot 4 day trip to the Dry Tortugas area was a great success. Both in terms of catching fish and making new friends in the club. Here is a web page dedicated to the trip:
Patriot trip 07/31 - 08/03, 2023
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Here are the results of four club members on a 4 day deep drop trip on June 12 aboard the American Patriot: 22 fishermen brought home over 1600 lbs. of fillets!
Check out the you tube video of the trip by Charlie Pryde:
Patriot trip
Patriot trip 07/31 - 08/03, 2023
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Here are the results of four club members on a 4 day deep drop trip on June 12 aboard the American Patriot: 22 fishermen brought home over 1600 lbs. of fillets!
Check out the you tube video of the trip by Charlie Pryde:
Patriot trip
You may still update your membership by paying your dues at any Club meeting, or mailing your check (made out to DSFC) to:
David Eoff
2457 Caruthers Path
The Villages, FL 32163
David Eoff Mobile (408) 368-0844
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David Eoff
2457 Caruthers Path
The Villages, FL 32163
David Eoff Mobile (408) 368-0844
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You can now direct family and friends to send you a fishing trip gift certificate.
Just point them HERE
You can now buy apparel ("tees" and polos) with our club logo online or at the Villages Apparel Store - website
The Villages Apparel Store Store Hours: Monday-Friday: 9am-5pm, Saturday: 10am-3pm, Sunday: Close
Southern Trace Plaza
3451 Wedgewood Ln
The Villages, FL 32162
Email : villagesapparel@yahoo.com
Tel : 352-750-1600
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ALERT... You must bring your Villages ID card to all monthly meetings at Everglades.
Just point them HERE
You can now buy apparel ("tees" and polos) with our club logo online or at the Villages Apparel Store - website
The Villages Apparel Store Store Hours: Monday-Friday: 9am-5pm, Saturday: 10am-3pm, Sunday: Close
Southern Trace Plaza
3451 Wedgewood Ln
The Villages, FL 32162
Email : villagesapparel@yahoo.com
Tel : 352-750-1600
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ALERT... You must bring your Villages ID card to all monthly meetings at Everglades.
Charter trip payment policy change
ALL Club trips must be paid for at the time of booking.
Be sure to include your name, charter date, and Captain/boat name. Payable to: "DSFC".
The practice of NOT cashing checks until the trip is fulfilled remains unchanged.
If a check needs to be mailed, mail it to:
The Villages DSFC
c/o Steve Newman
PO Box 277
Oxford, FL 34484
ALL Club trips must be paid for at the time of booking.
Be sure to include your name, charter date, and Captain/boat name. Payable to: "DSFC".
The practice of NOT cashing checks until the trip is fulfilled remains unchanged.
If a check needs to be mailed, mail it to:
The Villages DSFC
c/o Steve Newman
PO Box 277
Oxford, FL 34484