Meeting minutes

1/3/26

Meeting called to order at 733

Roll call: JD, Malcolm, Jim G, Chris S, Dusty, Sean, Mitchell, Eric, Kevin, Steve

Prospective new member: Rich Ochal

Minutes reviewed and approved: Steve / Malcolm

Reviewed State meeting notes Dusty / Sean

Treasurers report given: Bills paid: State dues $360 (JD will mail check and roster mailed to State), National dues $463.50 and Scale $100 (Check of $563.50 to JD for National dues and Scale).

Discussed the house reserved for 6 man by JD, in McCormick 4 miles from Dorn landing.

Discussed the donated offshore guided fishing trip by Kevin to support 6 man. Kevin and Sean will get tickets and flyers made. Sean will talk with Matt at Phantom. Tickets $20 each, 4 people max for the trip. Everything finalized at Feb meeting. Drawing at June meeting.

Discussed December tournament results – 1st Dwayne 14.00, 2nd JD 8.93, 3rd Malcolm 8.51 Big fish Buddy 4.16

Discussed Jan tournament out of Cypress. Club voted to move the weigh in time to 230 to avoid Goose Creeks weigh in at 3.

Safety – have extra set of clothes for the cold weather in case you were to fall in.

Meeting adjourned at 810 Dusty / Steve

State mtg minutes from 12/7

2026 SC Trail Feb 14 – Santee Blacks, March 14 – Hartwell Green Pond, April 4 – Wylie Ebenezer, June 13 – Wateree Clearwater / Best 3 count for points / Registration is the Wed prior by 5pm. Random draw / Pairings will be posted online

6 man May 8/9 Clarks Hill Dorn

State Championship Nov 13 Greenwood

Regional in April on Lake Cherokee in TN. Sending 10 Anglers / 10 Co Anglers

Nationals on Hartwell in Nov.

Team Championship Nationals send 6 Anglers / 6 Co Anglers

Insurance requirements – $100K at the State level. Regional and Nationals $300K

Looking to grow membership so we get more entries to Nationals

Elites May 7-10 Murray / May 14 – 17 Santee Looking for volunteers / Chase boats

Boater safety course required for Regional and Nationals

Anyone 16 or older can join an adult club.

Youth has approx. 1250 anglers (grades 2nd – 12th). Down 3300 overall Nationally.

Alliance package Nitro / Triton / Ranger, need to let state know if anyone is buying a new boat as money for the State and member.

Sunline discount code sent to membership for 2025. Will get code for 2026 when available.

Lou Gross is member of the Year.

12/3/25

Meeting called to order at 730

Roll call: JD, Paul, Malcolm, Chris M, Elvis, Dwayne, Sean, Eric, Dusty, Mitchell, Kevin, Chris S, Steve, Louie

Minutes reviewed and approved: Sean / Dusty

Treasurers report given

Voted in Mitchell Bower

Discussed Ruby and Bobe dropping – refunded them their club dues since nothing had been paid out of them yet.

Discussed that with 8 mtg and 11 tournaments that members would need to attend 11 to meet the 60% requirement for the 6 man team and club Championship.

Club due will need to be paid in April 2026 for the beginning of the New Club year.

Reviewed budget to make sure we are tracking correctly with the adjusted year.

Club Championship will be held Mar 21/22 as the last tournament of the club year. Points for standings will be based on the total weight of both days.

Bylaw / Tournament rule changes will need to be submitted in writing at the Feb. meeting, which will be voted on in March so than can be implemented in at the beginning of the new club year in April 2026.

Officer nominations in Feb, elections in March.

Briefly discussed 6th District Fish Off.

Sean discussed in great detail the Toys for Tots tournament on Dec 6. Lots of door and raffle prizes. JD has the bike to donate. Try and support.

Eric brought up the new mega boat landing at the old Atkins / Lions Beach site. There is a video with John Cribbs on Facebook with a great explanation of everything happening. Projected opening will be April / May 2026.

Kevin offered an Offshore Guided trip to raffle off tp support the 6 man team. Will need approx. $300-400 to cover cost with the rest of sales donated. Steve invited Kevin to come to the Del Webb Bass club meeting to sell tickets. Members agreed that each member will try and sell 5 – $10 tickets to support and whatever they do not sell, to purchase themselves.

Discussed November tournament results. 1st Elvis, 2nd Eric, 3rd Ron

Discussed Dec 14 tournament on the River.

Safety note – have a change of dry clothing just in case your get wet in the colder weather.

50/50 Raffle – $80 / Eric won $40

Meeting adjourned 817 Chris M / Dusty

11/5/25

Meeting called to order at 732

Roll call: no names presented

Minutes reviewed and approved

No Treasurers report given

Dwayne asked about the date for the club championship. Will discuss at the Dec. meeting.

Bobe and Ruby voted in as new members.

Toys for Tots was discussed. Club will provide a bicycle which JD will purchase,

Club will provide $20 for gifts for State meeting which JD will attend.

6th District tournament on Nov 15th was discussed. Members will be 6 man team minus Steve, with Dwayne taking his place. Malcolm gave Chris M the entry fee.

October tournament was discussed.

No door prizes were handed out.

50/50 raffle – $60 collected / Kevin Stone won $30.

Safety tip – Don’t panic if your hot foot sticks in cold weather. Use your foot to lift it, or pull your kill switch.

Meeting adjourned at 803.

10/6/25

Meeting called to order at 737

Roll call: Paul, Malcolm, Elvis, Jim G, Dwayne, Chris S, Dusty, Sam, Sean, Mitchell, Bobe, Ruby

Minutes reviewed and approved: Sean / Dwayne

Treasurers report given

Dues paid: Mitchell, Bobe, Ruby, Steve (Eric paid at the ramp before the Championship)

Bobe and Ruby will need to be voted in at the November meeting as they will have fished 2 tournaments.

Dwayne mentioned we need to set a date for this year’s club championship.

Reviewed tournament results for Sept.

Two tournaments this month, Oct 19 (Blacks) and Club Championship on Oct 25/26 (River/Blacks). Safelight till 3 on all.

Safety note: make sure kill switches work and other safety equipment is up to date.

No raffle held or door prizes.

Meeting adjourned at 757.

9/3/25

Meeting called to order at 737

Roll call: JD, Paul, Malcolm, Elvis, Chris M, Jim G, Dwayne, Steve, Ron, Kevin, Chris S, Louie, Dusty, Sam

Dues paid: JD, Paul, Malcolm, Elvis, Chris M, Jim G, Dwayne, Kevin, Louie, Dusty, Sam

Treasurers report given – only outstanding bills 6 man entry

Minutes reviewed and approved: Ron / Steve

State Meeting

6-man tournament was moved to May starting in 2026.

State Championship will remain in the Fall (Nov).

No trail event in May due to 6-man. there will be 4 events (Feb, Mar, Apr, June) with 1 drop.

Dec 7 mandatory State meeting to fish 6-man.

Regional April 10-12, no location yet.

Bass Elites on Murray and Santee Cooper

Toys for Tots donation requested.

Club Business

Banquet Sept 22 at Logans at 6, member and 1 guest, booked for 30.

Bylaws and tournament rules are updated on the website. Sam asked for a hard copy, JD will print off some for the next meeting.

Chris donated $1200 to sponsor the 6-man team ($834 to pay for the rest of the housing and $61 to each team member).

Malcolm gave JD a check for $600 to pay for the 6-man team.

Malcolm paid JD $834 for the 6-man housing since he put it on his credit card.

Schedule for 2025-26 was discussed and is posted on the website. 10 tournaments / 1 drop.

Encouraged club to solicit for new members, as club is down to 17.

Discussed Aug tournament results.

First tournament of the new year is Sept 14 out of Blacks, safelight till 3.

Safety – hydrate and wear sunscreen. Both Malcolm and Dwayne had to be treated for spots.

Raffle – Malcolm, Louie, Dusty, Kevin, Jim Grant 50/50 – Jim Grant $40

Meeting adjourned 819 Steve / Chris M

8/6/25

Meeting called to order at 730

Roll call: JD, Paul, Malcolm, Elvis, Chris M, Jim G, Dwayne, Eric, Steve, Ron, Kevin, Chris S, Clint, Louie, Sean

Minutes reviewed and approved: Jim G / Elvis

Treasurers report given – only outstanding bills 6 man entry

Banquet Sept 22 at Logans at 6

Voted on State changing 6 man from Oct to May (9 for -4 against)

6 man team for Wateree – Elvis / Chris M, JD / Steve, Dusty / Chris S, Alt- Paul

Officer elections – all current officers retained their positions

Discussed various By Law and Rule changes – those approved have been updated on the website.

Housing for 6 man – Chris M will sponsor the team and pay the rest of the balance to the club. The club will reimburse JD for the remainer since he used his credit card to reserve.

Dwayne discussed the importance of fish care this time of year.

Reviewed tournament results from July

Next tournament Aug 17 on the river, SL – 1

Door prizes – Sam. Sean, Dwayne, Paul 50/50- Elvis ($50)

Meeting adjourned 912 Sean / Malcolm

7/2/25

Meeting called to order at 735

Roll call: JD, Paul, Malcolm, Elvis, Chris M, Jim G, Dwayne, Tim, Eric, Steve, Ron, Kevin

Minutes reviewed and approved: Jim G / Elvis

Treasurers report given – only outstanding bills are prospective new members National and State dues.

Discussed upcoming proposed By Law and Tournament rule changes to be voted on in August. Limit discussion to 5 min (Steve / Paul). Currently have 16 members in good standing, so will take 11 votes to pass any changes.

JD presented a proposed budget for 25-26 based on current dues and proposed changes.

Discussed 6 man housing on Wateree.

Discussed tournament results from June. (Malcolm, Sean. Dwayne)

Next tournament July 13 Cypress safelight till 1

50/50 drawing – Tim

Draw – Elvis, Paul, Jim G, JD, Dwayne

Safety – hydrate before the tournament, take care of your catch, take it easy!

Meeting adjourned 808

6/4/25

Meeting called to order at 734

Roll call: JD, Paul, Malcolm, Elvis, Jim G, Chris S, Dwayne, Dwayne, Louie, Sean, Tim

Minutes reviewed and approved: Jim G / Dusty

Treasurers report given – only outstanding bills are prospective new members National and State dues.

Proposed to use last year’s funds ($500) from 6 man to support this year’s team. (Sean / Paul) Approved 10-0.

Discussed housing for 6 man. Chris has found 3 house that all sleep up to 8 people. Members interested on being on the team agreed to pay $200-300 per person for the housing. JD will contact and make reservations using his credit card.

JD provided all members present copies of the current By-Law and Tournament rules.

Discussed By-law / Tournament rule change submissions. Members can email or text those proposed changes to JD by the July meeting. JD will provide all members a copy of those proposed changes and they will all be discussed and voted on at the August meeting to be implemented for the 2025-2026 year. Expect the August meeting to be a long one!

Next 3 tournaments (June – August), weigh in time will be 1pm.

Discussed May tournament out of Cathead. Elvis mentioned only 2 limits were caught.

Next tournament out of Cypress on June 8. Safe light is approx. 545, so be in the water by 530.

Safety note – recommend wearing life jacket while disembarking boat due to slippery docks.

Door prizes – Chris M, Sean, Malcolm, Dwayne, Jim G

50/50 – Tim

Meeting adjourned at 810 (Jim G / Elvis)

5/7/25

Meeting called to order at 735 at Ladson VFW

Roll call: JD, Paul, Malcolm, Elvis, Steve, Jim G, Chris S, Kevin, Dwayne, Ron

Minutes reviewed and accepted: Jim / Elvis

Treasurers report given – only outstanding bills are prospective new members National and State dues.

JD discussed the point standing with the 2 tournament drops. If anyone has questions contact JD.

Discussed upcoming 6 man and who was interested in going. The members expressing interest are: Elvis, Eric, Dusty, Chris M, JD, Chris S, Buddy, Paul, Steve.

Discussed housing for 6 man at Wateree. Approx cost is $250 per night plus fees. Normally stay from Monday and checkout on Saturday.

Elvis asked about using the $600 from last years cancelled 6 man to help fund this year’s 6 man event.

JD presented the Bylaw changes on to various dates due to change in the ending of the tournament year. It was unanimously agreed that the Board of Directors could change. Changes are attached below.

By Law / Tournament Rule Changes to line up with schedule

Section 4. Elections

The election of officers shall be held annually at the regular business meeting during the month of September (change to August). Election shall be by a simple majority of members present. Election for each officer shall be held separately, and in the order listed in Article III, Section 1.

Section 6. Term of Office

The term of office is for one year, which shall begin on the first day of October (change to September) and end on the last day of September(change to August) or until the successor assumes office.

ARTICLE IV. METHOD OF AMENDING THE CONSTITUTION/BY-LAWS

The Constitution/By-Laws may be amended annually at the September (change to August).business meeting by a 2/3’s vote of the members present, provided 2/3’s of the club members in good standing are present at the time of the vote, and the proposed amendment was presented to the membership by a member in good standing and seconded at the August (change to July) business meeting.

ARTICLE IV. METHOD OF AMENDING THE CONSTITUTION/BY-LAWS

The Constitution/By-Laws may be amended annually at the September (change to August).business meeting by a 2/3’s vote of the members present, provided 2/3’s of the club members in good standing are present at the time of the vote, and the proposed amendment was presented to the membership by a member in good standing and seconded at the August (change to July) business meeting.

Tournament Rules

Rule 2. The tournament year will run from October1^st through September 30^{th (}Change to Sept 1 – Aug 31) There will normally be one club tournament each month, competitively fished on a quarterly basis. The quarters are: October-November-December, January-February-March; April-May-June; and July-August-September. Unless waived by the Board of Directors. The Tournament Chairman, assisted by the Tournament Committee, will supervise all functions of club tournaments, including any disqualifying actions. The Tournament Chairman is an elected club official, and the Tournament Committee will be composed of the Safety Coordinator and at least two volunteers from the general membership of the club.

Discusses boater safety in view of the various accidents in the last couple of months locally and nationally.

Steve said Pat is on oxygen and continuing treatment for stage 4 cancer.

Clint is in Tx visiting his brother who is being treated for cancer.

Discussed BASS conservation and possible changes at the National level.

Reviewed tournament results from April (13/27).

Next tournament is 5/18 out of Cathead, safelight -3.

Safety note – use common sense running, watch out for kayakers, manatees are in the river now.

Meeting adjourned at 804 (Steve/Elvis)

4/2/25

Meeting called to order at 734 at Ladson VFW

Roll call: JD, Paul, Malcolm, Sean, Elvis, Steve, Louie, Jim G, Chris S, Tim, Sam, Kevin, Clint, Augie

Minutes reviewed and accepted: Jim / Steve 13-0

Treasurers report given – only outstanding bills are prospective new members National and State dues.

Old Business

Kevin Stone voted into the club 13-0

There will be 2 tournaments in April (13 / 27) due to moving the end of year to August.

Will start the 2 tournament drop on points after the tournament on the 27th (8 tournaments of 12)

Elvis reported that Chris has found a house on Wateree for approx. $250 a day plus fees.

Elvis also stated that Chris is working ideas for the raffle to raise money for the 6 man team.

New Business

Due to moving up the tournament schedule one month, Bylaw / Tournament rule changes will need to be submitted in July, and voted on in August, so they are in effect for the new year.

Election of officers – nominations will be in July and voted on in August, This allows the officers to be in place for the new year.

JD had freebies he got at the Classic that club members were free to take.

Steve gave and update on Patrick’s cancer diagnosis and treatment plans.

Elvis reviewed tournament results.

The next tournament is 4/13 out of Blacks, safelight till 3.

Safety tips – make sure your kill switch is functional and that you are wearing it.

Meeting adjourned at 802 Jim / Steve

3/4/25

Meeting called to order at 630 at Moncks Corner VFW

Roll call: JD, Paul, Malcolm, Eric, Dusty, Sean, Chris M, Elvis, Steve, Louie, Jim G, Chris C

Guest – Kevin Stone, Clint Herbison

Minutes reviewed and accepted: Elvis / Chris M 10-0

Treasurers report given – only outstanding bills are prospective new members National and State dues.

Old Business

Looks like sponsorship deal with N&M Homes is not going to happen.

Discussed ideas to get funds for 6 man team. Discussed having a raffle to raise money for the 6 man team. Elvis will take charge of making it happen.

New Business

Chris Couch, Sean and Dusty voted officially into the club.

Patrick has Stage 4 lung cancer. He will be selling his boat. Please keep him in your prayers.

Club meeting will move back to Ladson VFW starting in April. 1st Wednesday of the month at 630.

Voted to donate $100 to the Moncks Corner VFW for accommodating us. 11-0

Spring Fling is April 19 out of Blacks.

Chris M will look into getting housing for 6 man on Wateree.

Daylight savings time this Sunday – Spring Forward!

Reviewed tournament results from Feb.

Jim Grant and Sean have various tackle for sale.

March tournament is Sunday out of Blacks. With time change Safe light should be between 7 and 715. Tournament hours will be Safelight till 3.

Safety note – water is still cold, think about wearing your life jacket while fishing.

Drawings – Elvis, Kevin, Clint, Paul, Louie, Malcolm

50/50 – Clint

Meeting adjourned at 706 Steve / Sean

2/4/25

Meeting called to order at 634 at Moncks Corner VFW

Roll call: JD, Paul, Malcolm, Eric, Patrick, Dusty, Sean, Chris M, Elvis, Steve, Tim, Augie, Louie, Jim G

Guest – Kevin Stone

Minutes reviewed and accepted: Elvis / Pat 14-0

Treasurers report given – State ($420) and Nationals ($466) dues paid

Old Business

Ballcaps were given out to those members that did not receive them at the last meeting. We have extra ball caps for $20.

Sponsorship – discussed N&M homes as a possible sponsor. Tim said he had asked for $5000. This would go to support the 6 man team (housing, lodging, gas and entry fee) and the rest to be added to the pot for the Club Championship. Discussed ways to support N&M to include: Hanging a banner (Tim has a banner) at weigh in and taking pics of members with their fish and posting on the website and Facebook page. Decals on members vehicles and boats (carpet and windshield).Jerseys with N&M on them as a sponsor. Tim thought that N&M might be willing to wrap one boat. Discussed maybe wrapping Seans where he could display at CATT tournaments he host.

Guest Kevin Stone mentioned that a previous club he was in adopted a public ramp to help maintain, and in return, they were allowed to put up a message board that you could advertise sponsors and upcoming tournaments.

New Business

Multi Hook Rigs – Elvis asked about using an Alabama rig if it only has one hook. The way it is written in the tournament rules, if specially mentions no Alabama rigs, so cannot be used during tournaments until the rule is changed. It was mentioned to recommend to make a motion at the Aug meeting to amend the rule so the club could vote on it.

Prior member Pete Reeves and Pete Bresden passed away.

Went over tournament results from Jan.

Club tournament Sunday, Feb 9 out of Blacks, safelight till 3.

Safety note – watch the expanded no wake zone in the canal.

Drawing for door prizes and 50/50 (Sean $55)

Meeting adjourned at 723 Steve / Jim G

1/6/25

Meeting called to order at 630 at Moncks Corner VFW

Roll call: JD, Paul, Malcolm, Eric, Patrick, Ron, Dusty, Sean

Minutes reviewed and accepted: Pat / Ron 7-0

Treasurers report given – outstanding bills are National and State dues

Old Business

Ball caps – received first ten and should have the rest by Friday. JD recommended giving each club member a new ball cap, Sean second, approved 8-0. Our total cost for 36 ball caps was $606, for cost of $16.83 per ball cap. Voted to give Lonnie a ball cap.

Discussed possible sponsor for 6 man. Discussed what we could do to help sponsor. Some of the ideas we discussed is putting the sponsors decal on our boats / vehicles. If sponsor pays for wrap, having a member’s boat wrapped. Discussed if they have a booth at the boat show working it.

Discussed club raffle to help with 6 man.

Toys for Tots – 53 boats, thanked Sean for organizing. Discussed club making a donation next year.

New Business

Schedule changes

2024 #12 – move from Aug 10th to the 17th due to State Mtg on the 10th. Approved 7-0

2025 #2 – move 10/19 Blacks to 10/5 on Wateree. Not approved 0-7

Club Championship – move Nov 8/9 to 10/25-26 to avoid conflict with State Championship on the Cooper (Nov 7/8). Approved 7-0

#3 2025 – will be on the 2nd day of Club Championship on 10/26. Approved 7-0

Move club banquet from November 17 to either Sept 22. Approved 7-0

Former member Kevin Snyder passed.

Tournament Jan 12, take off at 8, weigh in at 4.

Safety note – dress warm!

Meeting adjorned 713 – Pat / Dusty

Club Mtg 12/3/24

Meeting called to order at 635 at Moncks Corner VFW

Roll call: JD, Paul, Malcolm, Eric, Dwayne, Steve, Patrick, Ron, Jim G, Tim, Dusty, Louiie, Augie, Eli, Sean, Chris C

Guest / Prospective new members – Harold

Minutes reviewed and accepted: Jim G / Augie 14-0

Treasurers report given – outstanding bills are National and State dues, refund check for 6 man $500, Banquet cost $998.23

Old Business

Ladson VFW open Wed-Sun. Once they open on Tuesday will look at returning to that location.

6th District fish-off was won by Creekside, with Dwayne taking 1st.

Ballcaps ordered and should be delivered Dec 5. Looking at a couple of sources to embroider.

New Business

Reviewed State mtg notes (can see below). State mtg on Aug 10 conflicts with our club tournament.

Toys for Tot tournament Sat, Brk and Dinner provided, encourage everyone to fish. Registration opens at 4am, Safelight till 3.

Discussed funding 6 man team in the future. JD will work on a budget and funding sources.

Discussed rule applying to 6 man participants and fishing with another club. As written, only applies to Top 6.

Safety note – dress warm and consider keeping life jacket while fishing.

Discussed club tournament on Sunday out of Cypress, safelight till 3.

No drawing or 50/50

Mtg adjourned at 730 (Patrick / Sean)

State Mtg Minutes 12/1/24

1.Received refund check from 6 man $500 (Donated $100 to Hurricane Helene relief effort).

2.SC Bass financial statement reviewed (have a copy if anyone wants to see).

3. Updated club website and facebook info for State website.

4. New site for State mtg to be announced since Woodsmen Bldg has been sold.

5. Chris Jones re-elected President / John Miller voted in as Secretary

Alliance Package – Triton, Ranger and Nitro with Mercury

For SC BASS member there is a rebates for buyer, and the State gets a rebate also.

If not a member pays to join a club / state for the rebate.

State Sponsors

AFTCO / Lews / Sunline / WattCycle Lithium Batteries

Looking for more, need contact info for prospective sponsors

Youth

Over 1800 participants for 2^nd grade through High School Jr Div 2^nd – 8^th)

Clarks Hill had 162 teams with 157 weighing fish

Feb 2 tournamnet on the Cooper River

No nominations for Club of Year or Member of the Year

Insurance

For State $100K, for BASS $300K

What we send to BASS Regional ansd Nationals

Regionals – 10 Boaters and 10 CoAnglers

Nationals – 7 Boaters and 7 Coanglers

Important Dates

Aug 10 next State mtg

Dec 7 State Mtg manadatory to fish 6 man

Tournament Trail – Best 4 count for points / Top 5 Boaters and CoAnglers qualify for Regional

Feb 8 Hartwell Green Pond

Mar 8 Greenwood State Parl

April 12 Keowee South Cove

May 10 Santee Blacks

June 14 Winyah Bay Georgetown

BASS

April 23-25 BASS Regional James River Va

October 22-25 Nationals Upper Mississippi LaCross Wisconsin

Oct 10-11 6 man Wateree Clearwater Cove

Top 2 qualify for Regional and Nationals

3^rd place Boater at Regional / 4-6 CoAnglers at Regional

Nov 7-8 State Championship Cooper River Cypress Gardens

Top 2 qualify for Regional and Nationals (James Gibbons and Will Smith qualified this year)

Discussion to move 6 man event to May, earliest this would happen is 2027.

May is late enough to miss most of the spawn, but will have more polygraphs because of possible bedding fish. Also less chance of weather issues like this year.

Tournament trail would drop to 4 events (Feb -Apr and June)

State Championship would move from Nov to Oct son no conflict with BASS Nationals.

Rule change by BASS effecting SC Bass

No more than 55 inches of screen total (includes phone), no more than 1 active / live forward facing sonar transducer. Humminbgbird 360 is not considered part of this.

BASS Regional / National qualifiers will need to have a Safe Boater course / certificate to participate in event. Recommend all anglers get one.

11/5

Meeting called to order at 630 at Moncks Corner VFW

Roll call: JD, Paul, Malcolm, Elvis, Chris, Eric, Dwayne, Steve, Patrick, Ron, Jim G

Guest / Prospective new members – Sean and Tim

Minutes reviewed and accepted: Jim G / Ron 9-0

Treasurers report given – outstanding bills are National and State dues, Club banquet

10/1

Meeting called to order at 650

Roll call: JD, Paul, Malcolm, Elvis, Chris, Eric, Steve, Patrick, Sam, Jim, Ron, Augie, Eli, Louie

Guest / Prospective new members – Dusty, Sean and Tim

Minutes reviewed and accepted (Malcolm / Elvis, 10-0)

Treasurers report given – outstanding bills are State and National dues

Website renewed for $19.

Old Business

6 man canceled, funds to be returned at Dec mtg.

Banquet 11/18 at 630 at Logans

New Business

Due to low water conditions on the Lake the club voted to move the date of the tournament to Oct 27 out of Blacks (8-2 votes). Other options presented was to cancel (0 votes), move to the river or GC reservoir on Oct 6 (1-9).

It was discussed that canceling a tournament cost the club revenue and should be avoid if at all possible.

It was discussed that if a tournament is canceled, it will not count as a drop. (10-0 vote)

Tournament review from Sept – 1st – Pat, 2nd Elvis, 3rd Eric, Big Fish Pat

Door Prizes – Chris, Eli, Pat 50/50 – Elvis $60

Dues paid – Augie, Eli, Sam, Paul

Meeting adjourned 733

Sept 3, 2024

Meeting called to order at 635 at Moncks Corner VFW

Roll call: Jim R, JD, Malcolm, Chris, Elvis, Dwayne, Eric, Jim G, Paul, Steve, Patrick, Louie, Ron

Treasurers report was given – need to pay for 6 man entry ($600)

Discussed 6 man team for Clarks Hill – Chris / Elvis, Ron / Jim G, Augie / Steve

State Mtg notes

• 6 man entry must be postmarked no later than Sept 15.
• Will Have a food truck at 6 man for breakfast, and possibly at weigh in.
• Will pay top 6 individuals, will also get a Lews rod.
• Pay 2 big fish each day
• All bridges no wake
• Will have raffles and 50/50 tickets for sale.
• Team trail will continue with new schedule in the near future.
• Club that gets the most new members will get a free entry into 2025 6 man.
• Toys for Tots drive at Dec state meeting – unwrapped $10

Motions for changes to By-Laws/ Tournament Rules:

• Correction of article V paragraph (g) second sentence, to read “ … pertaining to Article III, Section 3 (d)”. (Passed: 9 / 0)
• Change to Tournament rule #3; Change to read; $30 per tournament to be paid in advance semi-annually.  First payment of $180 paid in September and second payment of $180 paid in March.  This will allow the club to set a standard payout for Tournament Places 1 through 3, using existing formulas based on total member numbers, versus the number of people that are actually participating in the tournaments.  It will also provide funds to have functions, i.e., cookouts, pay for 6 man participants lodging, and still have money to support the annual Club Classic. (Did not pass: 2 / 8)
• Change to Tournament rule #5; Delete reference to Draw tournaments. Typo will be corrected
• Change to Tournament Rule #4; Change to reflect the incorporation of two dropped tournaments for Annual point totals in the Standings. (Passed: 8/2)
• Change to Tournament Rule #4; Change the eligibility for the “Club Championship” to: All members in Good Standing are eligible to fish, but only the top 10 finishers will be paid. (Passed: 9/1)

• Addition to Tournament rule #6; Tournament hours for June, July, & August will be Safe Light until 1:00. (Passed: 8/3)

Officers’ election (Oct 1, 2024 effective date)

President – JD, VPres – Chris, Secretary – Paul, Treasurer – Malcolm, Trn Dir – Elvis, Safety – Dwayne

Club banquet is Nov 18 at 7 at Logans. We will need a headcount at the Nov mtg.

Our next 2 meetings are scheduled for the Moncks Corner VFW at 7pm on Oct 2 and Nov 6. If the Ladson VFW reopens, we will inquire about continuing to use that location.

Club dues paid – Dwayne, JD, Jim G, Eric, Malcolm, Jim R, Ron, Chris, Steve, Louie, Buddy, Malcolm, Patrick

Discussed results of Aug tournament – 1st Chris, 2nd Ron, 3rd JD, Big fish Paul

Next trn Sept 15 out of Blacks, safelight till 3

Meeting adjourned at 8

Aug. 7, 2024

Meeting called to order 7:30

Roll Call; Jim R., Paul G., Eric D., Jim G., Dwayne T., Ron B., Augie M., Eli M.

Minutes from June 5, 2024 were read and accepted.

Old business; No info on Santee State Park Ramp status.

No new info on 6 Man Team check status.

New Business; Motions for changes to By-Laws/ Tournament Rules:

1. Correction of article V paragraph (g) second sentence, to read “ … pertaining to Article III, Section 3 (d)”.

(2) Change to Tournament rule #3; Change to read; $30 per tournament to be paid in advance semi-annually.  First payment of $180 paid in September and second payment of $180 paid in March.  This will allow the club to set a standard payout for Tournament Places 1 through 3, using existing formulas based on total member numbers, versus the number of people that are actually participating in the tournaments.  It will also provide funds to have functions, i.e., cookouts, pay for 6 man participants lodging, and still have money to support the annual Club Classic.

2. Change to Tournament rule #5; Delete reference to Draw tournaments.
3. Change to Tournament Rule #4; Change to reflect the incorporation of two dropped tournaments for Annual point totals in the Standings.
4.   Change to Tournament Rule #4; Change the eligibility for the “Club Championship” to: All members in Good Standing are eligible to fish, but only the top 10 finishers will be paid.

5. Addition to Tournament rule #6; Tournament hours for June, July, & August will be Safe Light until 1:00.

Proposal for August Tournament Venue change: River, Black’s Camp. River was voted on unanimously.

Safety Tip; Tree on right side of Hwy 52 bridge. Piling in the middle of Farm Creek entrance.

Adjourned at 8:35

5/1/24

Meeting called to order at 732

Roll call: Jim R, JD, Malcolm, Paul, Jim G, Ron, Elvis, Chris M, Pat, Eric, Louie

Minutes reviewed and approved – Jim G / Ron

Treasurers report given

Old Business

Awaiting replacement check from State for 6 man

New Business

Santee State Park ramp currently closed – will review Aug trn location in July.

Reviewed tournament results

Trn out of Cathead S/L – 3

Raffle – Eric, Jim G, Paul

50/50 – JD

Mtg adjourned 751 – Jim G / Paul

4/3/24

Meeting called to order at 738

Roll call: Jim R, JD, Malcolm, Paul, Jim G, Steve, Ron, Elvis, Chris M, Sam, Linda, Pat, Augie, Eli

Minutes read and approved: Jim G / Ron

Treasurers report given – all dues paid and no outstanding bills.

Linda thanked the members of the club and is moving permanently, but plans on remaining a member.

Submit any Bylaw / Tournament rule changes at July and August meeting for voting on in September.

Sam brought up he had heard something about a Saudi sponsored Fishing lEAGUE,

Discussed the James Watson / Boyd Duckett dispute.

Trn Results / Standing reviewed

Next trn April 14 Black’s – Safelight to 3

Malcolm thanked those who was able to attend Teddie’s funeral

Raffle winners – Pat, Eli, Ron

50/50 – Steve

Mtg adjourned 815 Paul / Ron

3/6/24

Meeting called to order at 735

Roll call: Jim R, JD, Malcolm, Paul, Eric, Jim G, Steve, Louie, Ron

Minutes read and approved: Jim G / Ron

Treasurers report given – all dues paid and no outstanding bills.

Malcolm gave an update on Teddie.

Reviewed tournament results and YTD standing,

Discussion on paying for tournaments at beginning of season.

Discussion on multi bait rigs – A rigs / double fluke ect..

Daylight saving time Sat night

Trn – Blacks safelight -3

Meeting adj 820

2/7/24

Meeting called to order at 732

Roll call: Jim R, JD, Malcolm, Pat, Paul, Elvis, Sam, Jim G, Augie, Eli

Minutes read and approved: Jim G / Sam

Treasurers report given – all dues paid and no outstanding bills

Bo fell in water, core temp 90, hospitalized – wasn’t wearing life jacket.

Teddie fell – surgery

Lakes low, be safe

Blacks entrance from canal – be safe entering

6 man money and plaques

Feb 18 Blacks – safe light to 3

Meeting adjourned 803

1/3/24

Meeting called to order at 733

Roll call: JD, Jim R, Sam, Dwayne, Ron, Pat, Steve, Teddie, Malcolm

Minutes read and approved: Ron / Pat

Treasurers report given – all dues paid and no outstanding bills

States dues ($395) and National ($510) dues paid

No club donation to Chris for Regional, individual donations encouraged.

Winter Opens 1/6, 1/20, 2/3

ALX Sunday Trn out of Blacks 1-5

Safety note – Lakes low

Trn 1/14, safelight to 3

Meeting adj 755

12/6

Meeting called to order at 735

Roll call: JD, Chris, Dwayne, Jim R, Malcolm, Jim G, Augie, Eli, Paul, Steve Louie

Minutes read and approved: Jim G / Steve B

Treasures report given – all dues paid. Outstanding bills National / State dues

Recapped previous tournament

Discussed donations to Chris to support going to Regional.

Sportsman of the Year nominations discussed

Tournament Sunday Cooper – safelight to 3

Safety – Watch wind and floating debris.

State Meeting recap

New website – SCBassNation,com and new Facebook page.

Next State meetings Aug 11 and Dec 1.

6 man on Clarks Hill Oct 11-12 / updates by Aug 15

State Championship on Murray no date

6 man entry going to $600 per team, Top 6 individuals paid / Top 10 teams paid

SC Trail – entry only online by Wed at 5pm before the tournament

All bridges in SC events are no wake whether marker or not

Youth has seen a 43% growth

Trail events entry – Boater $100 / nonboater $75

lub of the Year – Swamp Fox

Member of the Year – Timmy Tyler of Swamp Fox

11/1

Meeting called to order at 731

Roll call: JD, Jim R, Malcolm, Elvis, Chris, Sam, Paul, Jim G, Dwayne, Teddie, Eric, Ron, Steve, Patrick

Minutes read and approved: Ron / Steve

Treasurers report given – all dues paid with exception of 1 member.

SC Nation President Chris Jones said he is working on bidding out the site for the states 6 Man tournament to the highest bidder to bring more revenue into the state. This means there will no longer be a set rotation for this event.

Nov 5 out of Blacks will be a benefit tournament for Jimmy Bihler who past away. The club voted to give a $100 entry fee donation from the Summerville club.

Paul gave kudos to Chris, Elvis and JD for getting everything together for the 6 Man lodging and food.

It was discussed about members that fish multiple cubs and choosing which to fish 6 man with. Art 5 states a member may be removed from the club if they choose to fish 6 man with another club if they are in the top 6 in Summerville. This was put in many years ago due to members making paper / ghost teams instead of fishing with Summerville. It was generally agreed that this rule does not apply to those fishing other clubs and should not be an issue in the future.

District 6 fish off team – Jim R, Dwayne, Elvis, Ron, Chris, Johnno, Alt – Malcolm Tournament is Nov 18 out of Blacks, safelight till 330.

Wildlife Management Areas (WMA) are off limits starting Nov 1.

Discussed Club Championship and presented checks.

Jim Grant brought up getting club jackets if anyone is interested. Approx. $100

Club banquet is Tuesday, Nov 7, at Logans in Summerville at 630.

November tournament is the 5th out of Blacks, safelight till 3. Reminder that is also Daylight savings time so takeoff will be an hour earlier, approx. 6-615. There also will be a benefit tournament that day from 1-5.

Safety note: be aware of low water conditions and possibility of fog early.

Door prizes: Eric, Malcolm, Steve 50/50 – Eric

Meeting adjourned 826 – Jim G / Paul

10/4

Meeting called to order at 740

Roll call: JD, Jim R, Malcolm, Elvis, Chris, Sam, Paul, Jim G, Dwayne, Teddie, Eric, Augie, Eli, Ron

Minutes read and approved: Jim G / Ron

Treasurers report given – no outstanding debts

Dues paid

Discussed need to add new members

Previous proposed bylaw changes from 9/6 were approved.

Tournament review from Sept / Oct

Club Championship Oct 20 – Blacks / 21- Cypress Safelight -3 Top 10 in standings qualify.

Discussed and approved 2024 schedule.

Banquet Nov 7 630 at Logans

Discussed upcoming 6manevent on Lake Murray

Safety note – don’t forget to do annual routine maintenance on your boat to avoid issues.

Door prizes – Dwayne / Eric / Teddie

Meeting adjourned 848

9/6

Meeting called to order at 733

Roll call: JD, Jim, Malcolm, Elvis, Dwayne, Eric, Chris, Ron, Patrick, Steve, Jim G, Sam, Paul, Augie, Eli

Minutes read and approved: Jim G / Augie

Treasures report given – no outstanding debts

Jim gave brief on State mtg and presented the treasurers report for review.

Small payout to 6 man qualifiers

Trail schedule will come out after seeing Elite schedule.

Discussed eliminating August meeting

Officer nominations

Pres – Jim, VP – Chris, Sec – JD, Treas – Malcolm, Trn Dir – Elvis, Safety – Dwayne

Proposed Bylaw / Trn rule changes

Rule 14 Lunker Award – As a Lunker Award, the club will pay a maximum of $200 towards the replica mounting of a Largemouth bass over 10lbs (Smallmouth over 6) which is caught by an active member in good standing during a sanctioned club tournament.

Club Championship – The top 10 in points will qualify to fish the Club Championship. The angler with the biggest bag of the year, if not in the top 10, will also qualify to fish the Championship.

Tournaments

Sept 17 – Blacks safelight till 3

Oct 1 – Lake Murray, ramp at Acapulco Landing, 960 Rock N Creek Rd, Leesville SC. We will meet at the Spinx at exit 194 and we will need to leave no later than 430am as it is 2 hr drive and Sunrise is at 715.

Oct 13 – 14 6 man Lake Murray -teams Chris / Elvis, Ron / Paul, JD / Steve

Oct 20 – 21 Club Championship – recommend that club the move to Nov in the future.

Nov 18 – 6th District fish off out of Blacks

Club dues are due at the Oct 4 meeting.

Meeting Adj at 833 – Paul / Augie

7/5

Meeting called to order at 731

Roll call: JD, Elvis, Chris, Jim R, Jim G, Dwayne, Ron, Johno, Patrick, Steve, Malcolm, Steve, Louie

Minutes read and approved: Ron / Patrick

Treasures report given – no outstanding debts

Raffle made $520 for 6 man lodging

6 man housing reserved

Tournament recap from June

Thanked Elvis for his work on getting the club members jerseys

July tournament is a 24 hr event. Lines in at 2pm. Courtesy weigh-in at Cypress Gardens at 7pm Saturday evening. Sunday weigh-in at 2pm at Cypress. You can weigh in 5 at each weigh-in, but only your best 5 will count for total weight. A dead fish that is weighed in will be part of your total weight. Any public water accessible by all members with a boat ramp are eligible to fish. Any questions contact Elvis.

The August tournament has been moved from the 13th to the 27th. The reason is we have a mandatory State mtg on the 13th to be eligible to fish the 6 man event. Motion by Jim G / Ron Brown and approved 12- 0.

Safety note – stay hydrated, keep phone charged

Meeting adj. at 808 Johno / Pat

6/7

Meeting called to order at 706 at Phantom Outdoors

Roll call: JD, Malcolm, Elvis, Chris, Jim G, Sam, Paul, Patrick, Steve, Johno, Jim R, Teddie, Dwayne, Louie

Minutes approved: Jim G / Paul

Treasurers report given – state dues outstanding (paid now)

Discussed 6 man housing – need to know who plans on staying so we know what to book.

Raffle made approx. $600

Grass cutting going on in Mulberry

Raffle winners – 1st Chris McCarty, 2nd – Larry Mullis, 3rd – John Mortimer

Door prizes – Sam, Jim R, Patrick

50/50 – Jim G

Tournament Sunday Cypress SL – 3

Safety- watch floating debris in the river

5/3

Meeting called to order at 736

Roll call: JD, Jim R, Teddie, Eric, Sam, Paul, Chris, Ron, Jim G, Thomas, Johno. Malcolm, Steve, Louie

Minutes approved Jim G / Paul

Treasurers report – only outstanding bill is State dues

Phantom mtg confirmed for June 7, time TBD (most likely earlier).

Jerseys all had Rozelle on the back so being remade, have hopefully by tournament.

Need to start looking for house on Murray for 6 man in Oct.

Had a show of hands of who is interested in fishing 6 man – Chris, Elvis, Ron, Eric, JD, Steve

Spraying for Giant Salvina

Sam knee replacement June 21

Safety – Lower lake down, watch for snakes and wasp nest.

Drawing – Thomas, Steve, JD, Chris 50/50 – Teddie

Tournament this Sunday at Cathead – safelight till 3

Mtg adj 806 Jim G / Malcolm

4/5

Meeting called to order at 735

Roll call: JD, Paul, Jim R, Sam, Patrick, Steve, Teddie, Malcolm, Jim G, Eli, Augie

Tentative mtg at Phantom on June 7. Elvis will contact Matt to arrange.

Discussion on moving monthly meeting to 630.

Club jerseys possibly by next tournament.

Discussed paying at ramp for tournaments.

Beat the Heat tournaments start in May.

Working Man Tournament start May 4.

Elite Series on Murray and Santee.

Ramp Buddy got a sponsor.

Door Prizes – Sam, Jim, Eli

April tournament out of Blacks safelight – 3.

Mtg adj at 802 Sam / Malcolm

3/1/23

Meeting called to order at 733

Roll call: Jim R, JD, Malcolm, Ron, Steve, Sam, Eric, Timmy, Thomas, Paul, Louie, Chris, Augie, Eli, Dwayne

Guest: Kyle Orr

Previous minutes approved: Ron / Elvis

Treasurers report – only outstanding bill is State dues

Old Business

Elvis reported he hopes to have club jerseys by the next meeting.

Raffle tickets to support 6 man team lodging – hope to have tickets by the next meeting to start selling. Drawing will be held June 7.

New Business

Discussion on paying for a tournament entry and what happens if you cannot make it. Nothing in the Bylaws to address this issue. Agreed for the rest of the year to carry an entry fee to the next tournament. Will add something to the Bylaws for the new year to clarify.

Next tournament 3/12 out of Blacks, safelight -3.

Safety – lake is rising and muddy, watch winds and waves.

Adjourned 807 – Sam / Auggie

Club Meeting 2/1/23

Mtg called to order 736

Roll call: Jim R, Malcolm, JD, Dwayne, Ron, Sam, Eric, Timmy, Jim G, Thomas, Paul, Louie, Chris, Elvis, Augie, Eli, Teddie

Previous minutes approved: Jim G / Sam

Treasures report – only outstanding bill is State dues

Old Business

Jerseys – Elvis has $800 in sponsorships. Proofs are in design and will be sent to each member for final approval. Only Active and in good standing members will have their jerseys paid for using sponsorship money.

New Business

Club Championship – discussion to cap at top 10 members vice 50% of club membership. Discussion to have top 8 in points, Big fish of the year and Heavy stringer of the year as qualifiers. A member must be in good standing to qualify.

Raffle ticket discussion – money would be used to pay for lodging for 6 man team. Currently have sponsors of Palmetto $200 or Daiwa rod / reel combo, Phantom $150. Sell max of 250 tickets at $10 each ($2500) 1st place – $1000 to Phantom, 2nd place – BPS gift card $400, 3rd place – Palmetto $200 or rod/reel combo. Should net approx. $1200. Approved for Elvis to get the tickets printed and for the club membership to sell.

Blacks offers an annual pass for $100

Safety note – low water on Santee, be aware of stumps. Carry a change of clothes.

50/50 draw – Eric

Door prizes – Thomas, Dwayne, Chris

Tournament out of Blacks 2/12 – Safelight to 3.

Meeting adjourned 811 – Jim / Malcolm

Club Meeting 1/4/23

Mtg called to order 733

Roll Call: JD, Jim, Malcolm, Augie, Eli, Dwayne, Timmy, Elvis, Chris, Eric, Paul, Sam, Teddie, Ron, Louie, Patrick

Previous minutes approved: Ron / Paul

Treasures report presented – outstanding bills are National and State dues, approx. $1000.

Discussed switching tournament sites for Sept 17 to Blacks and Oct 1 to Lake Murray. approved by membership in a voice vote with no objections.

Jerseys – sheet passed around to members to get their sponsors for ind. jerseys. Proofs will be sent to each member to approve. We have 4 or 5 sponsors paying to be on the jersey that will help defer cost to each member.

Elvis and Chris to get housing for 6 man on Murray,

Sunday Showdowns on Santee start this weekend.

Low Country has an open this Sat.

Club tournament 1/15 out of Cypress Safelight -3.

50/50 Eric

Drawing for door prizes – Chris, Sam, Teddie, Eli

Safety tip – Dress warm and wear PFD if alone.

Mtg adj 809 – Sam / Ron

Club Meeting 12/7

Roll Call: JD, Elvis, Chris, Eric, Dwayne, Teddie, Augie, Eli, Paul, Sam, Timmy, Ron, Pat, Jim R, Steve, Tim, Malcolm, Louie

Guest: Daniel G, Elvis P

Previous minutes approved – Ron / Chris unanimous

Treasurers report presented

Review State meeting notes

Old Business

Jerseys – still discussion on what to do, no decision made

New Business

Discussed 6 Man on Lake Murray Oct 13/14, 2023. Need to look for housing and reserve. Elvis and Chris will work on.

Members not rejoining: Tom and John M

Discussed Nov. tournament out of Blacks. Top 3 – Chris 14.69, Ron 12.09, Elvis 4.81

Dec 11 Cypress Safelight – 3

Safety – observe no wake at bridges, get a ticket you are disqualified.

Door prizes – Steve, Pat, Teddie, Tim 50/50 – Eric

Mtg adj 815 Sam / Tim

State Meeting 12/4/22

Regional will be on Lake Douglas in Dandridge, TN May 21-26

Entry fee for tournament trail Boater – $100 / Co Angler $75

Tournament Trail and State tournaments for 2023

Feb 11 – Santee Blacks

Mar 11 – Greenwood State Park

April 8 – Hartwell Greenpond

May 13 – Murray Larry Coon

June 10 – Cooper River Cypress

Oct 13/14 – 6 Man Lake Murray Billy Dreher

Nov 10//11 – State Championship Winyah Bay

2022 6 Man notes – lowest winning team weight in recent memory

New website / Facebook starting Jan 1 – scbassnation.com. Will be able to register and pay for tournament trail online. Eventually dues will also be able to be paid online. Still discussion of a credit card fee and what it will be.

Financial report is available for review.

Team trail begins 2nd year. For every 25 teams we get 1 team into the National Championship. Had 86 teams last year, so 3 teams going to Championship.

Volunteer help needed for B.A.S.S. events on Murray and Santee. Camera boats, ect Contact Chris Jones for more info.

All Bylaw changes present were approved unanimously.

Any proposed changed to Bylaws need to be presented at Aug mtg in writing.

The rulers for measuring fish at State tournaments are machined and non-bendable. Had several short fish at 6 man and seemed to effect rulers on Phoenix and Rangers. Feel free to check your ruler against State ruler before tournament.

Changes coming to B.A.S.S. – going from 5 to 4 regions. Expect more details in the next couple of weeks.

Officers elections

Chris Jones re-elected President.

Ed Owens stepping down as Secretary – replacement will be Kipton Burba will take over.

Jason Holland (been rep for 14 yrs) stepping down as District 1 rep. No replacement named.

Need new rep for District 4 to replace Kipton.

Discussion on Paper clubs / stacked teams and how to curb. Possibly moving up date that members have to be on a club roster. Currently Aug 15.

National and State dues need to be paid by the beginning of the new year.

11/2/22

Meeting called to order at 733

Roll Call – JD, Dwayne, Eric, Chris, Elvis, Tim, Jim, Paul, Sam, Teddie, Thomas, Ron, Malcolm, Augie

Guest – Eli (Augie grandson)

Previous minutes approved – Ron / Paul unanimous

Treasures report given

Dues paid – Thomas, Eli, Tim

6th District fish off team – Elvis, Eric, Jim, Ron, Chris, Paul

State Championship Nov 11/12 Wateree

Railroad trestle on the river has no wake buoys

Discussed Jerseys from Fancy Threads, Summerville green with Summerville on on Sleeve and Bassmaster on the other. Approx. $25 plus tax, minimum order of 24.

Banquet – Nov 14 @ 630, Logans Steakhouse, Teddie will contact Linda.

Next tournament Nov 13 out of Blacks.

Safety note – watch where you are running as lake down a foot.

Meeting adjourned 817 – Ron / Paul

10/5/22

Meeting called to order at 745

Roll Call – Jim R, Malcolm, JD, Teddie, Dwayne, Chris M, Elvis, Sam, Eric, Pat, Paul, Timmy, Ron

Prospective member – Steve Bunton, Augie Mendoza

Treasures report

Dues paid – Buddy, Paul, Augie

Banquet – Nov 14 @ 630, Logans Steakhouse

Teddie reviewed notes from State – getting 6 man schedule back on schedule, adding a couple more lakes to 6 man lake rotation, all bridges are no wake zone, price increase for tournament trail entry fees, no membership due increase

Elvis is the Club Champion. Congratulations!

Club Championship Oct 22 – 23, lake first day out of Blacks, Cypress the second day. Top 11 eligible to fish – Elvis, Eric, Jim R, Ron, Chris, Dwayne, Paul, Kyle, Louie, Buddy, JD

Sam brought in a jersey from Fancy Trimmings. JD will contact them to discuss getting them some made and final cost.

Schedule for 2022 – 2023 will be posted on the schedule page.

6th District Fish Off Nov 19 out of Blacks.

Next club tournament Oct 15 out of Blacks.

6 man tournament Oct 7-8 out of John C Land landing on Lake Marion.

Voted in Steve Bunton as a new member.

Safety tip – watch for floaters on the lake after the storm last weekend.

Meeting adjourned 849 (Pat / Eric)

9/1/22

Meeting called to order at 745

Roll call

Dues collected for 2023

Paid – Tom, Chris M, Johno, Malcolm, Elvis, JD, Jim R, Dwayne, Ron, Eric, Jim G, Louie, Teddie

Treasures report given

Discussed what a Quorum is related to members in good standing.

Reviewed proposed Bylaw and Rule changes presented at the August club meeting and Board of Directors meeting.

Article IV Method of Amending the Constitution / By Laws

Current – Quorum 3/4 of members in good standing

To – 2/3 of members in good standing

Passed 16-0

Article V Removal of Membership

Current – (d) Failure to attend 50% of Chapter meetings and 50% of Club functions during a six month period.

To – (d) clubs yearly schedule.

Passed 16 – 0

Article V Removal of Membership

Add – (g) A member should notify the board for any work, illness (surgery) or B.A.S.S. related absence. Any such absence can be excused as pertaining to numbers required to remain in good standing and requirements to Hold Office,

Passed 16 – 0

Article III Sec 7 Eligibility to Hold Office

Current – (b) Has attended at least 3/4ths of Chapter meetings and 3/4ths of Chapter functions (in good standing)

To – (b) Has attended at least 2/3rds of Chapter meetings and 2/3rds of Chapter functions (in good standing)

Passed 15 – 1

Tournament Rules

Rule 2

Draw tournaments – Eliminate all draw tournaments – Malcolm

Passed 14-2

Eliminate the requirement to have an away tournament – Malcolm

Passed 15-0

Weigh in time during the months of June, July and August will be 1pm

Failed 0 – 15

Rule 3 (Board proposal)

Eliminate late charge of $2 if entry fee for tournament is not paid at the meeting (hasn’t been followed in years)

Passed 15-0

Motion made to change meeting night if another location could be scheduled.

Passed 15-0 Will be the first Wednesday at 730.

The approved changes will be posted to the website once updated by the President and received by the Secretary.

Officer nominations / elections for 2023

Pres – Jim R, VP – Teddie, Treas – Malcolm, Sec – JD, Tour Dir – Elvis, Safety Coor – Dwayne

Voted to move club banquet to Oct / Nov time frame (Nov 14 at Logans)

Discussed who would fish State tournament in Oct on Santee Cooper

Boaters – Elvis, Ron, Kyle Co-Anglers -Chris, Paul, Buddy Alt. – Timmy

Safety note – watch for Manatees on the river!

Mtg adjourned – 852