2nd Annual Sandy Hook Jam 11-11-12 Be Ready

[Fredrick]

We will be having the second annual Sandy Hook Jam on 11-11 this year . I don't want any scheduling conflicts this year with the people who like to fish for the stockies. 😛 We will probably be staying at the Fairbanks again this year more details will be posted as we get closer to Nov. The hotel has a very nice restaurant right next store that has a OK beer selection and fine Italian cuisine . So add this date to you calendars people . We had a blast last year hopefully we will have a better one this year . I'm looking forward to see how some of you have progressed since the last time I seen you wet a line.

 

[Fishidiot]

Sounds like a plan. Hopefully 2012 will see another great fall run like 2011. Springtime this year might be decent too.

 

[iceyguides]

awesome, last yr was a great time. i'll certainly be more prepared and experienced this yr. i'm looking forward to this, already marked the calendar.

 

[wetflyguy]

Was a great time last year.

 

[wgmiller]

I may have to check out my calendar on this since I'm not making my annual OBX trip this summer. Gonna have to get a "salt fix" somewhere!

 

[jay348]

count me in.

 

[Fredrick]

I'm going to try to organize some small excursions this spring also if anyone is interested

 

[wetflyguy]

Let me know.

 

[GRP]

I'll be there for the fall Jam. Keep me posted about the spring excursions, it depends on my schedule.

 

[Shuu]

Looks like you guys had a great time last time. I'll be there with brand new gear and flies.

 

[The_Sasquatch]

I never did ANYTHING like this. Where is this at? What can I expect to pay for the license and accomedations?

What kind of equipment would I need? I have a 9'8wt, that's my largest rod.

 

[trowpa]

Definitely going to try to make it again this year. Had a great time last year.

Also - keep me posted on the spring excursions - if i can make it out, i willl!!!!!

 

[Fishidiot]

The_Sasquatch wrote:
I never did ANYTHING like this. Where is this at? What can I expect to pay for the license and accomedations?

What kind of equipment would I need? I have a 9'8wt, that's my largest rod.

By all means give it a try. It will definitely broaden your fly fishing perspective and you'll have fun with your PAFF buddies even if the fish don't bite.
The location is in northern New Jersey - you'll be fishing right on the beach. I'm not sure how far - it would be closer for you, probably in the range of a three hour drive. You won't need a license (this could change) but will need to register online. You can use your 8WT. An 8WT is on the light side - most striper fishermen use 9 or 10Wts but an 8WT will suffice. Accommodations are up to you - it's off season and with some searching you should be able to find a cheap hotel.
Take some time to check out some of the salt water threads here on PAFF as there is lots of info on fishing the NJ shore.

 

[FarmerDave]

The_Sasquatch wrote:
I never did ANYTHING like this. Where is this at? What can I expect to pay for the license and accomedations?

What kind of equipment would I need? I have a 9'8wt, that's my largest rod.

That's plenty big enough.

 

[The_Sasquatch]

Thanks Dave (not the farmer...who in true form only offers humor and no real advice haha!)

Do I have to make one of those stripping basket thingies? I can make one out of a dish washing basin, right? haha!

I would love to try this out. If there is no license cost and its w/in a 3 hour drive, I see no reason why I couldn't get up for at least Saturday.

 

[The_Sasquatch]

Meh nevermind. I'll be up at the cabin in Potter for my daughter's first birthday that weekend. I'll be closer to the big stockies ;-)

Please keep me updated on any quick jonts up there that anyone might be taking. I'd like to try this salt water thing!

 

[FarmerDave]

WHAT?

Did someone say that 8 WT is not big enough?;-)

BTW, you should also be concerned about the reel. Is it suitable for salt water?

Just something to keep in the back of your skull.

 

[ryguyfi]

The_Sasquatch wrote:
I'll be closer to the big stockies ;-)

DUN, DUN, DUN.... ANOTHER ONE BITES THE DUST!

 

[The_Sasquatch]

MAYBE dude. I'll still be about 3 hours from you guys haha! I will be up there for my youngest daughter's 1st birthday so....no promises!

However its Veteran's Day weekend, we'll be up Friday through Monday, I spec I'll be able to get away for one day. The question is, do I want to stay in God's Country fishin' for trout, or do I want to drive 3 hours one way to throw beer tabs at big stockers?

 

[Fredrick]

ryguyfi wrote:

The_Sasquatch wrote:
I'll be closer to the big stockies ;-)

DUN, DUN, DUN.... ANOTHER ONE BITES THE DUST!

I didn't want him coming anyway he called me short