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Charlie Pryde has given us another excellent video of a fishing trip - his 44 hour adventure on the Gulfstar "Endurance" out of Tarpon Springs. Go to the YouTube channel "Pryde of the Villages", like his page and subscribe. You will find many more great videos besides fishing like a monthly report on Village activities, local beach and island trips, out of country cruises and even MORE.
https://www.youtube.com/results...
The Endurance video is here:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w8N80rf1Bz0&t=272s
Thanks, Charlie.
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https://www.youtube.com/results...
The Endurance video is here:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w8N80rf1Bz0&t=272s
Thanks, Charlie.
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Due to a significant interest, we now have a surf fishing page with good information and will soon be offering members' trips. Surf Fishing page HERE
July speaker, Travis Thomas, gave us information on the amendment that is to be voted on this fall.
WHAT’S ON THE BALLOT THIS NOVEMBER 5, 2024? - RIGHT TO FISH AND HUNT. — Proposing an amendment to the State Constitution to preserve forever fishing and hunting, including by the use of traditional methods, as a public right and preferred means of responsibly managing and controlling fish and wildlife. Specifies that the amendment does not limit the authority granted to the Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission under Section 9 of Article IV of the State Constitution.
More info here: https://yeson2florida.com/
WHAT’S ON THE BALLOT THIS NOVEMBER 5, 2024? - RIGHT TO FISH AND HUNT. — Proposing an amendment to the State Constitution to preserve forever fishing and hunting, including by the use of traditional methods, as a public right and preferred means of responsibly managing and controlling fish and wildlife. Specifies that the amendment does not limit the authority granted to the Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission under Section 9 of Article IV of the State Constitution.
More info here: https://yeson2florida.com/
Speaker for the Sep. 2 meeting at Everglades Rec Center
Our own club's Charlie Pryde will be presenting another of his excellent videos with some commentary. This time it is about him and 5 other club members and their trip to Venice, LA to fish around the oil rigs for BIG tuna.
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Our own club's Charlie Pryde will be presenting another of his excellent videos with some commentary. This time it is about him and 5 other club members and their trip to Venice, LA to fish around the oil rigs for BIG tuna.
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ALERT
FOR THE FOLLOWING DATES ONLY, we will be meeting at alternate locations.
November - - November 4 at Lake Miona Rec Center
Meeting times for the above dates are unchanged - doors open at 6 PM and the meeting starts at 6:30 PM.
FOR THE FOLLOWING DATES ONLY, we will be meeting at alternate locations.
November - - November 4 at Lake Miona Rec Center
Meeting times for the above dates are unchanged - doors open at 6 PM and the meeting starts at 6:30 PM.
Gag grouper season in the Gulf has been announced. The Gulf of Mexico Fishery Management Council (along with NOAA) has announced the following:
Beginning in 2024, the recreational fishing season will begin on September 1 and will close when NOAA Fisheries projects that the recreational ACT has been harvested. This change is projected to increase the length of the fishing season compared to a June 1 opening date, as fishing pressure is expected to be lower with a September 1 start date for the season.
There are a bunch of "gobbilty-gook" explanations of how they arrived at: Changes to Catch Levels, Sector Allocations, Recreational Accountability Measures, Recreational Fishing Season, and the Rebuilding Plan for Gulf of Mexico Gag. If you wish to know more...
Contact NOAA Fisheries, Southeast Regional Office
By Mail: Daniel Luers
NOAA Fisheries, Southeast Regional Office
Sustainable Fisheries Division
263 13th Avenue South
St. Petersburg, Florida 33701-5505
By FAX: (727) 824-5308
By Phone: (727) 824-5305
Amendment 56 may be found online at the NOAA Fisheries Southeast Regional Office Web site at: https://www.fisheries.noaa.gov/.../amendment-56....
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Red Snapper season announced for the Gulf in 2024 ...
The 2024 red snapper fishing season for vessels with a federal for-hire reef fish permit is 88 days in federal waters of the Gulf of Mexico.
Beginning in 2024, the recreational fishing season will begin on September 1 and will close when NOAA Fisheries projects that the recreational ACT has been harvested. This change is projected to increase the length of the fishing season compared to a June 1 opening date, as fishing pressure is expected to be lower with a September 1 start date for the season.
There are a bunch of "gobbilty-gook" explanations of how they arrived at: Changes to Catch Levels, Sector Allocations, Recreational Accountability Measures, Recreational Fishing Season, and the Rebuilding Plan for Gulf of Mexico Gag. If you wish to know more...
Contact NOAA Fisheries, Southeast Regional Office
By Mail: Daniel Luers
NOAA Fisheries, Southeast Regional Office
Sustainable Fisheries Division
263 13th Avenue South
St. Petersburg, Florida 33701-5505
By FAX: (727) 824-5308
By Phone: (727) 824-5305
Amendment 56 may be found online at the NOAA Fisheries Southeast Regional Office Web site at: https://www.fisheries.noaa.gov/.../amendment-56....
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Red Snapper season announced for the Gulf in 2024 ...
The 2024 red snapper fishing season for vessels with a federal for-hire reef fish permit is 88 days in federal waters of the Gulf of Mexico.
- The season for federally-permitted for-hire reef fish vessels will open at 12:01 a.m., local time, on June 1, 2024, and will close at 12:01 a.m., local time, on August 28, 2024.
- Private Anglers Note: Each Gulf of Mexico (Gulf) state will set the private angling season for state and federal waters. Please check with your state agency for specific dates.
NEW TRIP American Patriot: 4-day Pulley Ridge Deep Drop trip (trip is full!)
We will be raffling off one free spot for this trip - We have a winner - Gary Doerfert!!! You lucky devil. Details HERE*****************************************************
We will be raffling off one free spot for this trip - We have a winner - Gary Doerfert!!! You lucky devil. Details HERE*****************************************************
Trip is full - contact Ken to sign up for wait list.
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. Trip is FULL!
Contact Ken to be put on wait list. Must fill out a waiver form.
GET FORM HERE
Details are on the Waiver form which must be filled out and turned in with payment for trip deposit. *****************************************************
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. Trip is FULL!
Contact Ken to be put on wait list. Must fill out a waiver form.
GET FORM HERE
Details are on the Waiver form which must be filled out and turned in with payment for trip deposit. *****************************************************
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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ALERT
FOR THE FOLLOWING DATES ONLY, we will be meeting at alternate locations.
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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FOR THE FOLLOWING DATES ONLY, we will be meeting at alternate locations.
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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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
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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, Sep 2nd at Everglades 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. NEW TRIP American Patriot: 4-day Pulley Ridge Deep Drop trip (trip is full!)
We will be raffling off one free spot for this trip starting with the Feb. meeting. Ticket prices: 1 for $5 or 5 for $20
Monday, October 21, 2024 @ 6 PM thru Thursday, October 24, 2024 @ 8 AM 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 : [email protected]
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 : [email protected]
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