Thread: "Henderson Gathering Discussion"

Originally Posted by chucklandry

... Also, we really need to narrow down the best date for the meet so I can reserve the pavilion in advance. Since I have plans that I cannot break on March 21 and I am the first to through a date, how does March 28, 2015 sound?

Since this is my first, do you typically work with one marina?

The pavilion looks excellent - nice job Chuck, thanks for the post. March 28 is good for me - I'll be there. Might need some tables and chairs. I can bring a couple of tables, and folks can bring their chairs. Working with one marina/launch isn't a big deal. I know at the Toledo Bend gatherings some folks launch at different places (even on the Texas side) and meet back later. Or, we can all launch at the same place.

Thanks for the RV park info Bruce and Chuck.
Right now March 28 looks good for me.
I will try to come down the Thurs before and stay the weekend. Maybe I can get someone to guide me around a little on Friday so I wont get lost.

Okay, I will call today to check availability for that date. I will also look around for tables and chairs and will report back. My goal is to get what is needed so you guys don't need to pack stuff here. I manage a couple business webpages so I may put together a "mini" web page as an extension on one of them (which will be free!!) with information and maybe some photos for folks who are not real familiar with the area. I can post links here so this would allow maps, larger photos, etc. Swampers said he will get with a local landing to begin making arrangements. He also said that the landing may have a few camper hookups but will let us know. Personally, I would like to have everything in one place if possible but that would require tents at the landing so I will not stop working on that possibility but I will let Swampers chime in on that idea since this is my first gathering.

We have a beautiful lake here and in speaking with the Mayor yesterday he seemed very excited for us to want to gather here. He is a great representative for Henderson who has fished Henderson and the Atchafalaya Basin his entire life as a commercial fisherman and is widely known for his Cajun hospitality.

And since this will be my first gathering I want it to be as inviting as possible so that I get to meet as many Crappie.com members as possible!

Henderson gathering would be about A 2 hour drive for me so I would come for a one, two or three dAY event and stay one or two nights. I would welcome any one showing me where to start fishing. I have fished the other side of the spellway but never the Henderson side. What ever ya'll decide I'm for it. See you at the bend.

First....I say we lock in the March 28 date......I see 5 or 6 saying they like that date so lets lock it in....any objections??

next...in post #14, Swamppers mentioned the possibility of using a "Hall".....I assume it would have tables, chairs & restrooms....a kitchen would be a plus but not required.....if so, I think it would work better than the Pavilion.....Swamppers, could you or Chuck get some pictures of it....an enclosed building would be perfect for being out of the weather as we usually have wives and small children in the group....

next.....the weighing in for the one big fish is usually handled by one person who normally volunteers to do that....usually folks are not limited by one landing and I think that's the best.....ie, it is not like a weigh in at a big bass tournament .....it is pretty much very informal.....we would need a place to clean fish....the two other places we go have fish cleaning stations at the launch....any suggestions for that....

Swamppers & Chuck.....I would be glad to drive over and sit down with you guys and hash some of this over....maybe do a lunch....any one could come.....my main concern so far is the location of where we get together after fishing....if it rains (or snows), we do not want to be getting stuck in mud around the landings....all the landings I have seen are over the levee with a small grassy area for parking....

again, thanks you two for jump starting this off.....really appreciate all your efforts.....let me know how I can help....

March 28 works for me too. I am also available to assist if needed.

Very good Bruce. The "Hall" is a good idea. I see that what we use at the Toledo gatherings has spoiled you .

Swamppers & Chuck - I'd take up Bruce's offer to come over and help you guys. He knows how these are put together.

I will check with the city about the availability of the hall and will try to go by to get pictures either today or tomorrow. Henderson is a very small community, I called City Hall yesterday and left a message but have not received a return call yet. The "hall" may be the best bet now that I think about it as I think there are tables and chairs in the building already and there is plenty parking all around the building. I have not spoken with Swampers for a few days now, apparently he thinks he's a duck hunter now, but I am sure he will chime in soon on his ideas and feedback.