Moderated forum for members only

[Phantom309]

I still like and vote for, the forum where "ONLY" the "invited and veted guests" can be a part of it = all private to everyone else but the moderator ........................ PERIOD ! ! !

[flycaster]

I still like and vote for, the forum where "ONLY" the "invited and veted guests" can be a part of it = all private to everyone else but the moderator ........................ PERIOD ! ! !

Did you read where there is no B.S. allowed in that forum???? Will limit your posting.

[T.C.]

South Carolina has this type of forum and it is one of the best ideas I have seen so far on crappie.com, it is working great for them.

[Crappielover]

I think it would be a good idea too Phantom. Thx for the input SYG.

[Crappiegirl1]

is something wrong with what we got? If it ain't broke don't fix it.

i agree!

[LeeK21]

why would anybody want that?I am in inverness on the tsala apopka chain.I have looked at this board for several years or so just to see whats going on with the speck fishing.Is somebody running to your spots you post?or is it a click thing?I thought a forum was just that,a site for all interested in same subject/topic/hobby or whatever to view.pm's are for things you want to keep private.Just my opinion though,had to give my 2 cents,Tight lines lee

[Phantom309]

Lee, I think you are right, it's just a "click" thing more than anything else................
Some of us on here have known/fished together for years, and thus, have a propensity
to hang together more so than open forum type communicating.
It's sure not going to kill anybody if it doesn't happen, more a want than need .......
And , as has been suggested, we certainly could go somewhere else and start our own private forum,
but, it's just something about Crappie dot com, we come here with fishing on our minds and thus,
we meet here, etc. This is the place we would like to have a private forum of our own just cause
this is our home etc, etc.
But, it was just a thought by a few of us that thought it'd be a cool thing, however, it really isn't
that big a deal if the powers that be don't care for it, etc, etc, etc ........
It all started out hating "lurkers", and progressed to that .........

[T.C.]

Lee, not trying to be rude but the reason for a starting a "fishing report forum" is so fisherman like yourself will be encouraged to join the site or participate more which would help everyone out. You have been a member for over a year and only have 16 posts. You admitted frequently visiting the site to look at reports, yet you do not post your own reports or give advice. Other state boards have this type of forum and it is a great tool. If you do not want to participate in the forum then you could still post a report on the main page. The benefit is that it gives members who do not wish to share their reports with the general public a place to post to help out the members who are their friends.

[crappielimits]

I do not see the problem! This will not change the way things are on other boards, just keep nonmembers from seeing info we want to share with others who help us. This is not gonna stop me from helping anyone on other forums. It will make use more comfortable giving info knowing everyone using google can not get it. I and others have stopped posting reports as, there are alot of people who only go to a certain lake when they see others are catching. Everyone should be able to enjoy the joy and challenge of chasing and finding a pattern fits the given conditions. Unfortunately, most Florida lakes are small like Talquin and it isn't hard to ride till you see boats or a particular boat you know is on the fish. I will help and have helped many who are new to crappie fishing or a particular lake. I thoroughly enjoy teaching and helping others, but not the worldwide web all at once. These forums are about building relationships and learning from each other. Making friends, not having someone peeping in your window unannounced. The hope is to grow this great site and make it and ourselves better. I love all you guys and as always if making a trip to Talquin feel free to PM me for info and all are welcome on my boat with a guarantee to catch fish.

[crappielimits]

Most of us have commited to respecting and saving our great Florida resources, such as a self imposed 12 inch limit and following state laws. Some reading these posts will come in during a hot bite stay a week and take 400-500 fish home. Sorry, but I want my family to enjoy these resources for many year to come.