SIGN UP NOW!
The Spring Intra-Chapter Rockfish Tournament kicks off soon! Why wait til the last minute to signup? Be proactive this season. The tournament runs from April 17, 2010 until May 23, 2010. The entry fee is $10.00. Print out the entry form from the Download/Articles section of our web site.
NEXT CHAPTER MEETING MAR 10th.
[Note Date Change from normal 3rd Wed]
Speaker: Dick Franyo - Boatyard Bar & Grill
Please join the Annapolis Chapter of the MSSA on Wednesday, March 10th at 7:30 pm at American Legion Post 7, Rt. 450 and Crownsville Road in Annapolis. The speaker for the March 10th chapter meeting will be Dick Franyo, owner of the Boatyard Bar and Grill in Eastport. The Boatyard Bar and Grill sponsors the annual opening day catch and release rockfish tournament. The tournament has become an important ritual for Chesapeake Bay anglers, and for many, signifies the start of the Maryland trophy rockfish season. Dick has been at the forefront of conservation efforts in the Bay, and has shown that tournaments with a catch and release format can be fun, competitive, and meaningful. During his talk, Dick will cover:
-Information about the upcoming Boatyard Bar and Grill opening day rockfish tournament.
-His thoughts and views regarding bay conservation and good stewardship of our fisheries and natural resources.
-Fun and interesting stories about his experience as a Maryland fisherman, conservationist, and tournament sponsor.
2010 SALTWATER FISHING EXPO
The SALTWATER FISHING EXPO was held on Saturday Feb. 27th from 8 AM to 3 PM at the Annapolis Elks Lodge. We would like to thank all of the Chapter Members who attended or purchased Raffle Tickets, their Friends, MSSA Members from around the region, and everyone else who attended this year’s Expo. Thanks to you, the 2010 Expo was yet another big success for our Vendors, Our Speakers, and the MSSA Annapolis Chapter. See you next year at the 2011 Expo.
UPCOMING MSSA FISHING SHOWS
The Essex-Middle River Chapter Annual Fishing Flea Market is scheduled for March 20-21 @ Commodore Hall 1909 Old Eastern Ave Essex MD 21221. Hours are 9-4 on Saturday and 9-2 on Sunday and admission is $3. This event has a lot of individual anglers who are selling their under utilized tackle and gear along with plenty of quality new merchandise. Call Frank Holden at 410-686-2348 for more information.
The Southern MD Chapter will host the Annual Fishing Fair on March 27-28 @ Solomons Fire Hall. Hours are 8-3 both days and admission is $2. This is the only fishing show in the Southern Maryland region and will give all the opportunity to purchase rods, reels, baits, fishing accessories, as well as other fishing related products. Visit www.mssasmc.com or president@mssasmc.com for more info.
About Us
The Annapolis Chapter is one of the largest and most active chapters in the MSSA. Our Members share a passion for Saltwater Fishing in both the Chesapeake Bay and the Bluewater found off the Delmarva Coast. In addition to fun and informative meetings, our members organize and participate in numerous events during the year. Here is a brief summary of our major events from 2005.
Annapolis Chapter 2005 In Review
March - The Annapolis Chapter of MSSA sponsored an Offshore Fishing Swap Meet as part of the Bluewater Partner Program. This event was created for recreational anglers who want to learn more about Bluewater Fishing off the Maryland & Virginia Coasts and for those who want to buy, sell or trade used and new offshore & bay fishing tackle. The 2006 Swap Meet will be held on Sunday March 12th and will move to a much larger facility at the Annapolis Elks Lodge 622. Special Thanks to our Swap Meet Chairman Rick Nadolny and the 400+ Attendees and Vendors at this year's event.
April - Annapolis Chapter members staff the Spring Tournament Captain's Meeting at Boater's World in Annapolis. This is the most popular of all the Captain's Meetings as the excitement builds for this major tournament that begins just 2 days later. This is followed by dozens of our chapter members fishing the Spring Tournament while sharing information amongst our captains on locations and lures that are catching the Trophy Rockfish. Special Thanks to our Tournament Committee Rep. Perry Masden.
Apr/May - Our Spring Intra-Chapter Tournament is yet another reason to fish often during the Spring Trophy Rockfish Season. This year, 28 chapter members signed up to fish for prize money, plaques and bragging rights. Top Prize was $490 of the $700 pool along with 5 plaques that were presented. Special Thanks to Coordinator: Bob Thompson.
June - The MSSA Tuna-Ment kicks off the offshore fishing season with a bang. Tunament Headquarters is based at Wachapreague Marina in VA. Once again, the Annapolis Chapter served as host of the festivities by holding a Cook Out while Boater's World supplied a magnificent set of door prizes for the contestants. And of course we had several of our top Offshore Crews fishing in this 3 day event. Special Thanks to Coordinator: Dale Dirks.
Jul/Aug - No meetings are scheduled for these mid-summer months so that our members can enjoy summer vacations and/or bay fishing and crabbing with their family & friends. However, this is when the Bluewater Offshore Fishing kicks into high gear. The MSSA Mar-Va Tournament is the most popular of many Offshore Events that are held each summer. And our Bluewater Captains are occasionally looking for an aspiring offshore angler to join them and fill out the crew while learning from some of the best recreational anglers in the Mid-Atlantic.
Sep - Our Annual Crab Feast was held on Sept. 18th at Sandy Point State Park. What a beautiful day by the Bay for a get together and 150+ members, families, and friends took advantage of the best deal in town to eat their fill of #1 crabs, corn, burgers, dogs and salads. Special Thanks to Coordinators: Pete Abbott, Bob Sheehan and Earl Macey.
October – Our Annual Inter-Chapter Tournament with Broadneck/Magothy River Chapter was held on Oct 22nd. Greg Bivens (Annapolis Chapter) won this year’s contest and thus the Annapolis Chapter retains friendly bragging rights once again. Greg retains a beautiful award along with a nice cash prize.
Dec – Our Annual Holiday Party was held on Dec 21st in lieu of our regular Chapter Meeting. Many of our members and their family attended and enjoyed the home cooked dishes and open bar at this great event. Santa made a surprise visit and to the delight of our membership, left behind a large sack of memorable “Gifts” for our Raffle Table. Special Thanks to Coordinators: Pete Abbott, Bob Sheehan and Scott Yeager.