Meeting notes from March 5, 2002.

The meeting was called to order at 7:00 pm by President Scott Sheldon. There were 22 members and 5 guests present.

The secreretary's report was read and accepted.

The treasurer's report was stated by Brett Vogel. There is a checking account balance of $1735.86. The treasurer's report was accepted.

Old Business

Eric Bergerson commented on his meeting(s) with Kenny Kameier (sp.). The Northern Colorado Water Board has approved placement of structure and/or cover at Horsetooth Reservoir. Committee and County Board members will need to meet at Horsetooth to discuss the structure placement. Eric will also be going to Lake Havasu to see first hand struture and cover development and placement and he may take Kenny with him. The Division of Wildlife has leased lakes from the city to raise forage fish. It is anticipated that in the fall or late summer a window will open for the placement of the cover and structure. Club members are urged to invite friends and aquaintences to assist the in the project as it is not just a club project.

The state federation tournament is scheduled for April and Pete Marshall, Doug Johns, Jeremy Montoya and Jeff Colwell have paid the tournament fees and are scheduled to go to Table Rock.

Bill Wilson distributed the 2002 club tournament schedule.

Don Vaughn discussed the American Bass Anglers Association Tournament Trail as well. Many of the club members are interested.

Pete Marshall needs copies of boat insurance policies from all the boaters. Insurance policies need to have $100,000 accident coverage. Pete made it clear that if he doesn't have your insurance policy, you will not fish. Pete also handed out copies of the rules and regulations.

Membership dues are due in April if you plan on fishing this year.

New Business

Doug Johns needs volunteers for the next state federation meeting. Doug also needs suggestions for the state federation. Scott Shelodon held nothing back in regards to suggestions for state team tournaments. Scott has posted a letter on the state federation website. ESPN Outdoor Productions is also looking for input regarding the federation level of the B.A.S.S. organization. Scott suggested more teamwork at the state level.

Frank Villa has updated the website to include a members only page. Frank needs pictures and articles for the website.

Bill Wilson discussed the fishing restrictions imposed on Carter Lake. The restrictions were detailed and if anyone is considering fishing at Carter Lake during March and April they should contact the D.O.W. or log onto the website and go to the News page for more information.

Bill Wilson also has Krazy Bait Company information. Orders for the attractants will be taken at the end of the meeting.

Ben Lind reluctantly agreed to present a spinnerbait demonstration at the next meeting.

Shaun Solomon volunteered to divulge his knowledge of "jigs and pigs" to the club.

The meeting was adjourned and a raffle followed.