PLan Change for Saturday, Finale plans made. Jan 28 [Archive]

Chinook SSSF

01-26-2009, 05:54 PM

I spent some time talking with Rob Brown, whom is also attending the float, and we spoke with Jack Glass as well anda fewothers. It looks like our best float is going to be Dabney to lewis and clark and will avoid the long float in the cold windy conditions.

Can we carry DB's 25 feet?

We are pretty sure that we have enough people in total, so could say 6 or 8 of us carry a DB, if we took the heavy gear out? So we can launch at Dabney? Is that possible? Anyone done this with a fewguys before?

The water is droping fast and we think fish may hold a bit lower. Right now the air andthe water in the sandy is icey cold andthe bites arevery soft at best. Lets hope for warmer temps by then.

williesteal17

01-26-2009, 06:37 PM

I'm open for whatever everybody decides to do, Just say where and when, Theres always the clack to the gorge wind doesn't effect it as much. I've heard the the temp this weekend might get up to the 50s maybe.

TailOutSwingin

01-26-2009, 09:33 PM

Im good with anything. Front seaters dont get a vote anyway, do they?:)

I have dragged my db over the soft sand by myself before, so we shouldnt have too much trouble with all of us there.

Ed Fast

01-26-2009, 10:01 PM

Let's stay with the original! Or, decide that morning? Heck, they'll both be windy. i don't know. Ask me later.

Ed

RollinontheRvr

01-26-2009, 10:03 PM

I will go with the majority, I know it was cold out there today and a float from Oxbow to L & C would be long and hard. Personally, I am not interested in going to L & C from Oxbow. We could drag or carry the DB's across the sand, it shouldn't be too bad.

ampersat

01-26-2009, 10:23 PM

This isn't going to involve another pizza and beer session, is it?

TailOutSwingin

01-26-2009, 10:30 PM

This isn't going to involve another pizza and beer session, is it?

Maybe just the beer...:D

Ed Fast

01-26-2009, 10:35 PM

Good one, Amp

Hey! you work with Wade and Jose and you haven't been fishing with me?

Ed

ampersat

01-27-2009, 06:39 AM

Good one, Amp

Hey! you work with Wade and Jose and you haven't been fishing with me?

Ed

Well, that's because so far I haven't had to. :D

Chuckster

01-27-2009, 07:38 AM

I floated Dabney to LC yesterday. There was a diesel truck stuck 25 feet off the ramp. Between me and my son and 2 of the guys waiting to be pulled out, we drug my Clack the 75 or so feet to the water, so it can be done easily with several guys.

The water had about 5 feet of visability and was VERY cold. I pulled plugs and pitched bobbers. The wind wasn't horrible the first hour, but got tough to row in around half way through the float. By then my kids had had enough. I ended up rowing out at about the power line hole.

No joy for us. I saw Brandon Glass and 2 othe sleds out, didn't hear of anything taken. They were covering the whole river. Warmer air temps might bring on the bite, but the water will still be cold when the freezing level goes up by the end of the week with snow melt.

I guess what I am saying is I'm game. :D I'll go with the majority.

Chuck

Chinook SSSF

01-27-2009, 08:55 AM

Well looks like we need to run oxbow and rope out at DB......bite may be tough but there are going to be fish up there.

Chinook SSSF

01-27-2009, 08:57 AM

Well, that's because so far I haven't had to. :D

I will take his seat Ed, for those 10 fish days from last year all over again..:cool: See you Saturday

giggsy70

01-27-2009, 11:01 AM

I am down for the float that seems the best. Be it Oxbow to DB or DB to LC it will just be good to be on the river. Look fwd to experiencing this section of the Sandy. Fished the Clack for a while yesterday and lost one. Might be going out Wed up towards Eagle Creek but have heard it is low and clear as are most of the rivers now. Still like I said it is good just to be out on the water getting the line wet. Talk to you all later,

Fishfinder

01-27-2009, 03:04 PM

I'am ok with Dabney, how bad is the launch? My boat is pretty heavy and it is a square back so sliding across sand will be tough. Let's hope for calm winds!

williesteal17

01-27-2009, 04:12 PM

I second those motion's:confused:

Arctic

01-27-2009, 06:45 PM

I'am ok with Dabney, how bad is the launch? My boat is pretty heavy and it is a square back so sliding across sand will be tough. Let's hope for calm winds!

We hit Dabney to L.C. today, and the Dabney launch looked like a frozen sand box, as usual in the snow. Except the snow actually made for better launching/traction conditions. You should be fine if it doesn't rain too much before your float...Haha, yeah right!:rolleyes: 4wd is a must right now if you can't line it/drag it to your trailer. Wind was very cooperative. Easily side driftable. Slam those fish though. As most of you know, they are a bit on the soft bite side of the spectrum. Not un-detectable, but I got bait jacked a few times, and seriously thought it was debris until I swung at 'em. Good luck guys! Wish I could make it with ya, but "other" things come up...If not though, I may see your 'tilla on the lower river if I can get done early...

RollinontheRvr

01-27-2009, 07:12 PM

There was a diesel truck stuck 25 feet off the ramp.
Chuck

I take it that is what caused those big *ss ruts in the sand at the hump just below the ramp? When we got to the ramp we saw that and immediately figured someone got stuck. I always use a rope now when there is several feet of sand between the ramp and the water, I am not going to get stuck out there ever again.....:eek:

ampersat

01-27-2009, 08:09 PM

So, would it be possible for a buddy and I to get front seats in someone's drift boat? He's not much for the computer (and thus not a member here) but he's back into fishing in a big way these days and a heck of a good fishing buddy. You can be assured that the rower will be well fed and likely to get some homebrew as well.

Chuckster

01-28-2009, 06:43 AM

I think there are more boats than riders. If not some one chime in if I'm talking out my hat! I will have one or two seats most likely.

Chuck

Chuckster

01-28-2009, 06:45 AM

That's the spot ROTR! Gravity got them to the water to launch, but diesel power couldn't make it over the hump. That truck was buried to the doors.

RollinontheRvr

01-28-2009, 07:33 AM

That's the spot ROTR! Gravity got them to the water to launch, but diesel power couldn't make it over the hump. That truck was buried to the doors.

I wasn't quite to the doors but it was dam close. I hate getting stuck, it's embarrassing...:eek: I had a few guys tell me they made it out of there no problem so I thought I would give it a try....Shoulda known better than that, my truck is heavy and I don't have a winch yet....:eek:

Chinook SSSF

01-28-2009, 10:47 AM

You would all do well to talk with and confirm your seats with a rider asap, so no one gets left behind.

Please list your open seats, or if your full yet. Thenk if you need a ride, please contacts the open seat directly.

We are going to float from Oxbow to dabney, and we are going to rope the boats OUT at dabney...I have spoken with Dave [Rollin} and Ed Fast, both are bringing rope and feel this will be no trouble with all the arms we have. Everyone should bring rope since we have a few boats.

We just dont want to run the whole river, its to much float for what we are doing. We are also going to avoid the jet boats this way. Again for what we are doing we will be better with out the 6 working jet boats.

SO to finalize the drift we will do Oxbow to DB and rope out at Dabney..

Please try to contact and secure your seats. We will have less riders to last minute on the river bank that way and everyone who wants to go should be all set.

I am riding with Ed fast, we are saving the second seat for last minute emergency, but dont count on it. It is an ER only seat....We are trying our best to plan ahead so no one is left standing on the bank no matter what.

We should try to meet at the first big parking lot on the right side, just before you get to the boat ramp area. We can group up there and take the boats down as they are ready.

I am desperatly hoping to get some Nikon D80 shots of the boats and people mingling & lined along the beach just before we set out if at all possible. Would be a great morning shot to remember our first annuall Sandy float.

Thanks everyone!

....

williesteal17

01-28-2009, 04:39 PM

Hey Rollin do you have a list of people that are going and the amount of open seats we have?? I have 2 open seats:cool:Maybe if you do you could chime in and let everybody know how many can go with the boats and seats we have.

giggsy70

01-28-2009, 05:16 PM

I will need one seat. I will check the garage for rope but am pretty sure I do not have any, but am ready to pull away when needed. Can't wait ought to be a good time being part of the floatilla. Thanks again Brian

ampersat

01-28-2009, 05:46 PM

Chuckster

01-28-2009, 05:54 PM

I can either row or ride. If I row, I've got two seats. I'd hate to row down the river by my lonesome :o. But if we need the room I can bring my boat.

Chuck

TailOutSwingin

01-28-2009, 07:08 PM

I need to find a ride!

Rollin or Chuck?

If we are short on space I can toon it, but I am warning you guys that I will low hole you every time!;)

TailOutSwingin

01-28-2009, 07:10 PM

I also have a hundred feet of tow strap behind the seat of my truck if we need it. It has been used at Dabney before!

williesteal17

01-28-2009, 08:22 PM

I've got 100' of rope in the truck at all times and another 200' of rope I can bring along. V8 Dakota 4x4 with a fresh set of AT treads may be able to handle the sand, maybe not.

Williesteal: I need a seat for me and my buddy. What do ya' say?

Does'nt matter to me. 2 seats for who ever. Also a 12.000 lb winch to drag boats and or trucks out of the sand if needed.

Mr. R & B

01-28-2009, 08:28 PM

TOS and I will be floating with FishFinder

RB

RollinontheRvr

01-28-2009, 09:06 PM

Keep an eye on this post...it will be the one that tells who has what...

I will edit this post as needed:

Chuckster: Boat. Rider = Giggsy70 and Wormslayer.

Ed Fast: Boat with one seat for Matt, second seat for Emergency issues.

Fishfinder: Boat. Riders = Mr R & B and Tailoutswingin.

Rollinonthervr: Boat both seats full. Possible last minute change on one
seat.

Williesteal17: Boat. Riders = Ampersat and Buddy.

Start time: 0900 at parking lot just above the boat ramp in Oxbow park. $4.00 (I think) to park if you do not have a Metro park pass.

Attention all flotilla members- All boats going have been filled

One thing not mentioned here yet...Shuttles...I plan to have Grant shuttle my truck for me, Williesteal17 has said he has a big enough truck/suburban (?) to transport I think 6 people so if anyone wants to talk to Willie about it it should be soon.

Chinook SSSF

01-28-2009, 10:19 PM

Very nice : )

worm slayer

01-28-2009, 10:20 PM

im going weather ar not tracy is working he leaves me home with the kids on weekends all the time to go fishin now its my turn hee-hee i pack a prety mean lunch for whoever has a spot in their boat just ask TOS and R&B and metal head what time are we all meating

Mr. R & B

01-28-2009, 10:42 PM

Can you pack me one of those lunches????:D

RB

worm slayer

01-28-2009, 11:00 PM

did hear about the chili one, i brought chopped onion greated jack cheese corn bread tracy and TOS were pretty warm the rest of that day the fish were scared off though

Mr. R & B

01-28-2009, 11:04 PM

I heard all about it. Unfortanetly, I was not there that day. But the good news was that I was NOT there that day!:p

RB

worm slayer

01-28-2009, 11:24 PM

you are so lucky cause i had to deal with a house full of boys after two days of chili you wouldnt believe how many times it got blamed on the dogs

Fishfinder

01-28-2009, 11:33 PM

I thought that only happened at my house!:o
Ok..... Have you all made up your minds now? Ox to Dabney, let's go already!;)

worm slayer

01-28-2009, 11:50 PM

i like ox to dab ive never done that area but what time im game for early oh wait rob wont be up how long does it take to do that float cause tracy turns it into all day if he can but he also launches at 'butt crack o dawn' id say 10ish is a good time then there has been time for a little warm up from overnight lows

RollinontheRvr

01-29-2009, 12:49 AM

Okay all...the list has been updated. It is another sleepless night for Rollin...:mad:... Start time has been added. We have two riders w/o a boat and one boat w/o any riders yet....Hmmmmmm, let me think, can any guess the outcome on that one????:eek:

Chuckster

01-29-2009, 06:19 AM

I'll be at the appointed spot at nine. Can't wait. :D

Chuck

ampersat

01-29-2009, 07:07 AM

Thanks for the ride, Williesteel! I'll bring breakfast. You like eggs, hashbrowns and sausage?

ps: I believe it's $5 to get into Oxbow without a parks pass.

giggsy70

01-29-2009, 10:15 AM

Chuckster would I be able to ride in your boat. Am looking forward to having on hell of a time on the mighty Sandy. Do you need me to bring you any libations of sorts? food?

williesteal17

01-29-2009, 11:09 AM

Thanks for the ride, Williesteel! I'll bring breakfast. You like eggs, hashbrowns and sausage?

ps: I believe it's $5 to get into Oxbow without a parks pass.

Not a problem Amp and Buddy.I like anything called breakfast, Should be fun getin to know some of you guys. I should be at Oxbo around 8am and hang out , See you Saturday.

worm slayer

01-29-2009, 05:13 PM

i'll be there by 9am i also have room for another car pooler if there is someone with nicer vehicles that dont want to leave them at oxbow ill have two more spots and ill be leaving jack's around 8am

RollinontheRvr

01-29-2009, 07:01 PM

Alright, sounds like we are getting a trip set up. See you all on Saturday. :D

Chuckster

01-29-2009, 07:36 PM

Chuckster would I be able to ride in your boat. Am looking forward to having on hell of a time on the mighty Sandy. Do you need me to bring you any libations of sorts? food?

You are more than welcome to ride. This should be a hoot.

Chuck

RollinontheRvr

01-29-2009, 07:58 PM

New updates have been posted...

Mr. R & B

01-29-2009, 08:27 PM

There is also a $4.00 fee at Dabney for taking out.

RB

RollinontheRvr

01-29-2009, 09:11 PM

There is also a $4.00 fee at Dabney for taking out.

RB

Good point Rob...I didn't even think of that one.

Ed Fast

01-30-2009, 10:52 AM

FYI,

The takeout thing is easy. The guys that have done it alot will take care of it. You don't have to bring your 100 ft. rope or worries. I'm bringing this up just in case anyone is worried about it.

Ed

Chinook SSSF

01-30-2009, 11:36 AM

Observing : )

10 dollars total noted, for park entry

worm slayer

01-30-2009, 05:12 PM

Wormslayer is leavin Jacks a bit after 8 to be at oxbow before 9 ive got one rider and room for two more :)

Chinook SSSF

01-30-2009, 05:53 PM

How are we doing the shuttles?

We need to meet at dabney? or what?

....

ampersat

01-30-2009, 07:18 PM

I'll meet you at the ramp at 8am Williesteel. Maybe we can get a little fishing in while the rest of the guys make it.

Chinook SSSF

01-30-2009, 07:34 PM

IM going to meet Ed at the shop at 8:00 am to drop my car. I think we only need so many at Dab for shuttles right?

DO not leave anything valuable in your car at Dabny park.
Also we think 8:00 am is good considering Oxbow will close by dark. I think we will need to keep a solid pace, so we can just at least get all the trailors out of Oxbow by closing.

We will need to check the closing time for certain.

FireFish

01-30-2009, 07:39 PM

I hope you guys have a great day. I will check in on Sunday to see the reports posted. Hopefully there is some chrome involved...:p You guys have a safe and fun day...

FireFish...

Fishfinder

01-30-2009, 07:46 PM

As of last weekend, the gate at Ox closed at 4:50pm. 9am @ Oxbow correct?

williesteal17

01-30-2009, 07:57 PM

My rig is going to meet me at dabney when we get there I can take people back up if they need.

Chuckster

01-30-2009, 08:12 PM

As of last weekend, the gate at Ox closed at 4:50pm. 9am @ Oxbow correct?

As of Thursday the 29th, the sign said Oxbow closes at 5 PM. They must have updated the time with a few more minutes of day light.

Chuck

ampersat

01-30-2009, 08:26 PM

As of right now, I haven't heard back from my buddy so it might just be you and I, Willie.

Update: got the call, we'll be there in the morning.

Chinook SSSF

01-30-2009, 10:28 PM

We need to meet atthe lower end of the drift. Some are meeting at Robs and some are meeting at Dab, we need to leave a correct amount of shuttle cars at Dab,,,,then head to Oxbow for the drift. This is why I assume we should not just all meet at oxbow.....the shuttles ?

Anyone correct me if IM mistakin?