2012 Calendar of Events For Twin Cities Chapter of Muskies Inc
General meetings - Are held on the 2nd Tuesday of each month. All meetings are start at 7pm and located at the Knights of Columbus Hall 1114 American Blvd West, Bloomington, MN [map] unless otherwise noted.
The general meetings start with an upate on the efforts of the club which includes stocking, rearing, banquets, youth events. We will also try to keep you updated on the latest news from the Minnesota DNR and other changes/regulations that might impact us.
Most meetings also have a guest speaker which can range from local guides, representatives from the Minnesota DNR, historians and other interesting speakers that pass on some great knowledge, stories, tips and advice.
Did you know we give a rod, a reel or another higher priced item each meeting? Well we do!! There are several small raffle items like DVDs, lures, hats and shirts that are part of the raffle each meeting. Some items are by raffle others are given away just for showing up.
Frank Schneider Jr. Memorial Muskie Fishing Tournament - 2012 tournament dates are September 7, 8, 9 and This will be the 45th year of this exciting muskie tournament.
Covering 22 lakes in the northern Minnesota each year 500-700 people take part in this great muskie fishing tournament. Proceeds are used to do several outstanding programs and weand present the Minnesota DNR a check for $3000 to benefit the lakes and muskies that the tournament is held on.
George Wahl Memorial Muskie Fishing Tournament - 2012 tournament is on Saturday September 29th.
The muskie fishing tournament proceeds are used to stock fish in local metro lakes. Held on 13 lakes in the Minneapolis and St. Paul metro area it's about keeping the memory of George Wahl alive and well along with benefiting our addiction. As George once said, "You literally eat, sleep and breathe muskies, period,".
Sportsmen's Banquet - March 31th, 2012
The Banquet is a fundraiser events like the Veteran's Home Opener, Stocking and Rearing fish, Youth events including a day specifically for Military Families.
Poolside Demo - NA at this time
The pool side demo is presented by Thorne Bros to highlight some of the newest items out there. The event will take place at the Oak Grove Jr HIgh [map] in Bloomington pool.
Veteran's Home Opener - May 5th, 2012
We set up a giant pond filled with Rainbow Trout on the grounds of the Vets Home located near Minnehaha Falls and assist the residents in catching the fish. The trout are cooked and a complete "shore lunch" is served to these old warriors. It's a memorable and moving experience for all who participate. VFW Post 6690 and other VFW and American Legion posts help sponsor this event.
Capable Partners Outing - TBD
An outing with the Capable Partners organization will be held in conjunction with a Military Fishing Event sponsored by Libby Hoene. Volunteers are needed to take disabled anglers or members of military families out for a morning of fishing. Volunteers are also needed to help cook and serve the lunch at noon. Please contact Paul Hartman.
Military Family Outing - TBD
his will be the third consecutive year that the Twin Cities Chapter of Muskies Inc. has co-sponsored Military Family Fishing Day with Fishing for Life. It will be on Friday, June 24th, starting from Maynards on Lake Minnetonka.
People typically launch out of Gray's Bay after 6:00 a.m. and arrive at Maynards shortly before 7:00 a.m. Volunteers meet up with their military families and then take them out for a morning of fishing. Every one returns about noon for lunch and an awards program. It is a multi-species event, so everyone catches fish. Fishing for Life provides worms for people interested in pursuing panfish.
If you would be willing to be one of the volunteers, who will take military families out fishing that day, please contact Tom Keith. We need at least 20 volunteers to meet the needs of the families. All kids will be given a complimentary package of lures from the TC Chapter of Muskies Inc.