2nd Annual April Fools Catfish Gathering!

  • david_scott
    Twin Cities
    Posts: 2946
    January 31, 2007 at 1:31 am #1220085

    I had a great time last year, lots of people attended, almost as many fish, and the weather was good… I think I am still trying to digest those burgers! Its a great reason to get out and enjoy some early season channel cat action. Bring the kids!

    It would be Sunday, April 1st… Noon until whenever.

    Mill Ruins Park in downtown Minneapolis worked great last year, good enough reason for it to be there again this year!

    Come on down, stick something dead on the hook and toss it on the bottom, and show BrianK how its done! I will bring the big charcoal grill down again and have some burgers and hot dogs cooking for everyone to enjoy. This will be a free event, but any donation towards food and refreshments will be accepted.

    The sports show is going on at the same time, the location is only a mile from the convention center.

    Here is the driving directions posted on MPRB site:

    From the north: Exit 35W at Washington Ave S. and head west to Portland Ave. At Portland Ave. turn right (north towards the river), go down the hill and at the stop sign on West River Parkway turn left.

    From the south: Exit 35W at the 3rd St. U of MN signs will lead you to Washington Ave. Head west towards downtown on Washington Ave. to Portland Ave. Turn right (north towards the river), go down the hill and at the stop sign on West River Parkway turn left.

    From the East: Exit 94 at Cedar Ave. (exit 234C.) Turn right onto Cedar Ave. Get in the left lane. The road will turn left and become Washington Ave. Washington Ave. crosses over 35W. At Portland Ave. turn right.

    From the West: From I-394 take the 4th St. N exit. At 3rd Ave. turn left. Go to Washington Ave. or 2nd Street and turn right. At Portland Ave. turn left.

    steve-demars
    Stillwater, Minnesota
    Posts: 1906
    January 31, 2007 at 1:38 am #530320

    I’ll be there, Dave. It was a good time last year – most everywhere else is still iced in so it is a good way to bend a rod.
    I got a buck says I catch the biggest thing out there. Who’s in?

    david_scott
    Twin Cities
    Posts: 2946
    January 31, 2007 at 1:49 am #530328

    My dollar will be ready! I’ll make sure *Fisher Tyler* has a buck too.

    Brian Klawitter
    Keymaster
    Minnesota/Wisconsin Mississippi River
    Posts: 59996
    January 31, 2007 at 2:11 am #530345

    Who was the schmuck that won last year?

    How could I miss an event named after ME!?

    Ralph Wiggum
    Maple Grove, MN
    Posts: 11764
    January 31, 2007 at 2:19 am #530353

    You know I’m in. I was actually just thinking about last year’s gathering this afternoon. My dollar’s ready to get some friends

    It’ll be a good way to get some practice in before the sturgeon excursion!

    dtro
    Inactive
    Jordan
    Posts: 1501
    January 31, 2007 at 2:23 am #530356

    Quote:

    How could I miss an event named after ME!?

    April?

    mplspug
    Palmetto, Florida
    Posts: 25026
    January 31, 2007 at 2:39 am #530369

    I’ll be there. Don’t worry, the clonk will stay home. About 60 days and counting, eh?

    larry_haugh
    MN
    Posts: 1767
    January 31, 2007 at 5:08 am #530461

    Count me in!

    I really wanted to go last year when C15 extended an invite but was unable to make it.

    I will bring chips and dips to help out Dave.

    Mrkeb
    Mpls, MN
    Posts: 33
    February 1, 2007 at 2:46 am #531066

    I’ll be there. And i’ll be betting that Tyler takes all of your dollars. He has good success at that location if memory serves me right. See ya all there come April!!!

    blacksportsman
    Fridley, MN
    Posts: 156
    February 1, 2007 at 4:57 pm #531263

    I’ll be there with dollar in hand

    brandy
    Minneapolis, MN
    Posts: 95
    February 1, 2007 at 5:49 pm #531301

    Count me in! Sounds like a perfect opportunity for Dave to play a joke on someone though!

    david_scott
    Twin Cities
    Posts: 2946
    February 1, 2007 at 5:59 pm #531305

    Quote:

    Sounds like a perfect opportunity for Dave to play a joke on someone though!

    I think everyone is safe from me.. I cant speak for BrianK however

    How come every time a prank has transpired from unknown origin, I become the spotlight of attention?

    Guilty before proven innocent

    mplspug
    Palmetto, Florida
    Posts: 25026
    February 1, 2007 at 6:10 pm #531314

    MrKeb, I promise not to fall asleep on a bench. Thanks again for making sure I lived another day to fish.

    For those who don’t know, one of the Tourneys when it started lightning and raining, Tony and I came off the river skunked. I wasn’t ready to give up, so I stopped by Mill Ruins. MrKeb and a friend stopped by later with the same idea. I ended up passin…, I mean falling asleep. MrKeb was nice enough to wake me at about 4am to let me know they were heading out.

    Mrkeb
    Mpls, MN
    Posts: 33
    February 1, 2007 at 6:23 pm #531322

    Lol… Pug your welcome. The only thing I regret about that situation is not taking a picture… I’m just glad we happened to be around that night… who knows what may have become of you.

    larry_haugh
    MN
    Posts: 1767
    February 1, 2007 at 8:51 pm #531399

    Quote:

    How come every time a prank has transpired from unknown origin, I become the spotlight of attention?

    Guilty before proven innocent

    No No. Guilt by association.

    fisher sherry
    Minneapolis
    Posts: 487
    February 2, 2007 at 12:10 am #531502

    Just bringing to light this post from another thread… Straight from the mouth of David Scott.

    Quote:

    Speaking of video’s… I have a new toy on the way that is supposed to be here in the next week or 2

    I hope to get good at using it before the April Fool’s gathering.

    I cant wait to catch the expressions on Mr Keb’s face as Whisker Hooked is doing the usual *fish hawging* Blacksportman should be able to be the comedy relief when we tell him *you have a run!* after he passes out in his lawn chair.. he doesnt miss a step And dtro can create impressive audibles when eels enter the boat!

    If anyone catches a mudpuppy before the event, please keep it alive and bring it, we will put it in Bob Moores Minnow bucket and get the 1st edition of 2007 outdoor-out-takes!

    Hmm… Now who’s innocent?

    Brian Klawitter
    Keymaster
    Minnesota/Wisconsin Mississippi River
    Posts: 59996
    February 2, 2007 at 2:18 am #531546

    Quote:

    I mean falling asleep. MrKeb was nice enough to wake me at about 4am to let me know they were heading out

    Now I know why you bought that clonk! Protection!

    rod-man
    Pine City, MN.
    Posts: 1279
    February 2, 2007 at 11:13 pm #532015

    I’ll be there with Fishermanswife
    made a couple of new rods to try out
    I’ll have two bucks for the pot
    I’ll try to bring some pop too

    Brian Klawitter
    Keymaster
    Minnesota/Wisconsin Mississippi River
    Posts: 59996
    February 2, 2007 at 11:34 pm #532034

    Better make sure those rods are working well before June big guy!

    rod-man
    Pine City, MN.
    Posts: 1279
    February 3, 2007 at 1:18 am #532069

    I’m having trouble with them now can’t hit a 8in hole from 150ft
    COME ON JUNE

    mplspug
    Palmetto, Florida
    Posts: 25026
    February 3, 2007 at 1:56 am #532084

    Quote:

    I’m having trouble with them now can’t hit a 8in hole from 150ft
    COME ON JUNE


    Then you’re not trying hard enough!

    rod-man
    Pine City, MN.
    Posts: 1279
    February 3, 2007 at 2:57 pm #532224

    I FIGURED IT OUT!!!
    GOT RID OF THAT DANG WIND SAILING NO ROLL
    PUT ON A 4OZ BANK AND HIT IT EVERY TIME!!
    DOAH.. CLICKERS GOING… FISH ON!!
    GET THE NET???

    fish_any_time
    Champlin, MN
    Posts: 2097
    February 3, 2007 at 6:22 pm #532265

    Yeah, my son Tyler and I will give it a go. Might even be able to convince The Better Half to come along.

    rod-man
    Pine City, MN.
    Posts: 1279
    February 4, 2007 at 12:43 am #532333

    bring her along others bring there ladies
    my wife will be there (fishermanswife)
    It’s a GREAT time

    Mike W
    MN/Anoka/Ham lake
    Posts: 13310
    February 4, 2007 at 4:41 pm #532455

    Sounds like fun Dave. Maybe the kids and I will stop by also.

    audemp
    Wi
    Posts: 721
    February 4, 2007 at 5:12 pm #532465

    Im in, most definately. Aqua Joe, make sure to bring the GP tent! Cant wait to get the kinks out of the line!

    fisher sherry
    Minneapolis
    Posts: 487
    February 7, 2007 at 8:45 pm #533815

    Good to see all of the old faces coming to the gathering… but even better to see some new ones!
    The kids and I will be popping out. Tyler and I will have the new baby in tow, so how long we stay will depend on the weather… and her mood that day!

    jeremy-liebig
    mpls
    Posts: 1455
    February 16, 2007 at 10:14 pm #537980

    Sounds like a hoot! And it’s right in my backyard. I’ll be there

    david_scott
    Twin Cities
    Posts: 2946
    February 17, 2007 at 6:55 pm #538260

    Here is a couple shots from last years event


    wastewater guru’s money maker

    wastewaterguru
    Posts: 87
    February 28, 2007 at 6:36 pm #542820

    My daughter Jamie got the prize last year. We will do what we can to be there and defend her title!!!

    Always a good time……looking forward to it!!

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