Free to members RSVP to Butch Pierce 

$15 for guest

Bring desert optional

6:00 PM Social and viewing of the Extravaganza Raffle Table.. ( Bring plenty of ones, you will need them)

7:00 PM Dinner

Also, Set up will begin at (9:00 AM Saturday..All help will be appreciated .. The more we have present , the sooner we get out of there .Hope to see a large gathering?

Have a good day and stay dry!

Butch

$200.00 per Angler

Meeting Agenda

7 pm

Open Meeting:  Butch Pierce (President)

Recognize GUESTS AND NEW MEMBERS   – Mark Stevens

Any Fishing or Catches to be reported?      Give paperwork to John Ermalinski

Read Minutes – Secretary:  Charlie Adams

Treasurers Report: Lea Masters 

Membership:    Mark Stevens

Club Clothing:  Gina Stephens

Tournaments:  Sean Poe

Upcoming events:     

Introduce Speaker:   TBD

Break: 10 min  and Sign-up for Events  (Refreshments Dave Williams and Lee Bagley)   

Fish of the month Prize:      John Ermalinski

Raffles – Carol Atkisson

hosted by Great Bridge Fisherman’s Association

The fishing Flea Market has moved to the Virginia Beach Field House; 

Located at 2020 Landstown Centre Way, Virginia Beach, VA. 23456

Over 3,000 customers attend this event

SHOPPERS LOOKING FOR A GOOD DEAL ON FISHING EQUIPMENT

• New and Used Rod and Reels
• Fresh & Saltwater Gear
• Custom Lures
• A Variety of Boats & Trailers
• Hot Food & Cold Refreshments
• Admission $5.00 cash (children 12 and under are free)
• Free Parking
• Hook up with Local Fishing Mates, get ideas, join clubs, learn the area, meet local organizations, meet local Marine authorities
• Free Handouts
• Raffles (50/50)
• Download Fishing Flea Market Flyer

If you have a garage/house full of fishing extras; you can be a vender and rent a table space.

See Vender Applications Form

Meeting Agenda

7 pm

Open Meeting:  Butch Pierce (President)

Recognize GUESTS AND NEW MEMBERS   – Mark Stevens

Any Fishing or Catches to be reported?      Give paperwork to John Ermalinski

Read Minutes – Secretary:  Charlie Adams

Treasurers Report: Lea Masters 

Membership:    Mark Stevens

Club Clothing:  Gina Stephens

Tournaments:  Sean Poe

Upcoming events:     

Introduce Speaker:   TBD

Break: 10 min  and Sign-up for Events  (Refreshments Dave Williams and Lee Bagley)   

Fish of the month Prize:      John Ermalinski

Raffles – Carol Atkisson

RSVP is requires for this event which will include sidedish type. 

GBFA working party is required. The working party begins at 10:30AM

Meeting Agenda

7 pm

Open Meeting:  Butch Pierce (President)

Recognize GUESTS AND NEW MEMBERS   – Mark Stevens

Any Fishing or Catches to be reported?      Give paperwork to John Ermalinski

Read Minutes – Secretary:  Charlie Adams

Treasurers Report: Lea Masters 

Membership:    Mark Stevens

Club Clothing:  Gina Stephens

Tournaments:  Sean Poe

Upcoming events:     

Introduce Speaker:   TBD

Break: 10 min  and Sign-up for Events  (Refreshments Dave Williams and Lee Bagley)   

Fish of the month Prize:      John Ermalinski

Raffles – Carol Atkisson

Basic / Beginner Fresh Water Fishing program for youths

(Click on Details to Register)

GBFA is hosting a youth fishing program to interduce youths to basic recreational sport of freshwater fishing.  Youths need to be between the ages to 5 – 12 yrs old and accompanied by an adult (parent or guardian).  GBFA will supply the fishing poles, tackle box, and bait.  GBFA will supply fishing coaches from our club to teach safety, basic knots, hooks, line, and rod techniques for the first hour or two.  After the fishing class, youths are encouraged to start fishing around the pond, attended by their parent/guardian.  GBFA coaches will be available with bait and helpful fishing techniques.  There is no rain date for this event and the event is free to youths.  A (hotdog) lunch will be provided. Snacks and water will be provided as the youths leave for a round of fishing.  We encourage parents and guardians to take picture and submit to FishGBFA@gmail.com        

• Youth fishing Equipment provided
• Drinks and Lunch provided
• Fresh Water Coaching provided
• Casting Techniques provided
• Knot tying techniques provided 
• Club information and application available
• Registration Required Below

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Facilities \u2022 Oak Grove Lake Park

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