MICDC Fall SlabFest announcement

The destination and dates are finalized for this falls SlabFest:

Dates are 09/07-09/09 (Fri.-Sun.) The event will be held at Waffle Farms Campground on The Coldwater chain of lakes in Branch Co. As usual we will officially start Fri. eve. with "Liars Club" around the campfire at one of the member sites. Sat. morning we hold the "friendly tournament" with weigh in afterward followed by a fish fry and games. Sun. is a free day to do with as you like.

Here's the link to Waffle Farms: Waffle Farm Campgrounds - Camping At Its Best | Coldwater, MI 49036

I contacted them and discussed our group holding the event at their facility. They have group campsites so we can all set up together. They said they will have plenty of sites in those areas for that weekend. They have pavillions, boat launch, fish cleaning station, etc. The rate for off lake sites is $30/day w/ electric and water. There is a one time watercraft fee of $5 which covers use of the boat launch.

Carol and I are going down there in two weeks for a long weekend to check things out so I'll have more info. on which group sites we want. I'll post a report on this thread afterward.

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Originally Posted by yankee doodler

The destination and dates are finalized for this falls SlabFest:

Dates are 09/07-09/09 (Fri.-Sun.) The event will be held at Waffle Farms Campground on The Coldwater chain of lakes in Branch Co. As usual we will officially start Fri. eve. with "Liars Club" around the campfire at one of the member sites. Sat. morning we hold the "friendly tournament" with weigh in afterward followed by a fish fry and games. Sun. is a free day to do with as you like.

Here's the link to Waffle Farms: Waffle Farm Campgrounds - Camping At Its Best | Coldwater, MI 49036

I contacted them and discussed our group holding the event at their facility. They have group campsites so we can all set up together. They said they will have plenty of sites in those areas for that weekend. They have pavillions, boat launch, fish cleaning station, etc. The rate for off lake sites is $30/day w/ electric and water. There is a one time watercraft fee of $5 which covers use of the boat launch.

Carol and I are going down there in two weeks for a long weekend to check things out so I'll have more info. on which group sites we want. I'll post a report on this thread afterward.

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How did this move to Coldwater from Hamlin?? We will go anywhere I was just curiouis.

It was never determined that Hamlin was the destination. There were four diff lakes in various parts of the state that were under consideration. The "core group" chose Coldwater chain of lakes.

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Originally Posted by fishingcouple

How did this move to Coldwater from Hamlin?? We will go anywhere I was just curiouis.

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Hey Gary and tonda, you two have to show up, We had so much fun, hope to see ya this fall

We can start a head count for those of you who know already that you plan to attend so we can do some food and supply planning. :highfive

I will be there.

I can bring solo cups, plates, plastic silverware and some chips.

If any of you good fishermen happen to be fishing the south end of GRAIG LAKE and hook up a small pair of horn rim eye glasses let me know. I was pulling hard on the starter rope of my daddy's 3 hp Johnson Seahorse and my glasses flipped overboard. That was back in 1953 but I'm sure they're still down there. http://i178.photobucket.com/albums/w...smiley-021.gif

Wow! Wouldn't that be a find.

YD... Thanks for the info. I am thinking of taking a trip to this lake and see how things go. I thought I could swing a northern michigan camping weekend, but being as the 5th wheel is up in Ludington right now, camping might be out of the question for the Fall outing... However, that doesn't mean I won't be at the outing for a day of fun and fishing/meeting all the other crappie addicts out there. I might put together a trip this weekend. Now, if only I can find a partner!

It would be great to meet you face to face Rich. The wife and I are leaving Thu. afternoon to go down to Waffle Farms and check things out. I'm hoping to keep everyone informed "real time" as they have wifi there. I highly recommend you try to make it down and enjoy the food and fellowship.

Talking about finding some ones glasses. Remind me at the liar's club meeting to tell a story( only thing it's true) about the glasses of my friend from Pittsburg.

Great, so then you will be there...for the weekend? Haven't seen ya in a bit and would love to spend some time chattin' again. :highfive

YD: I'm gonna try my best to attend. If not for the fishing of a new lake, the excitment of the "possible" catch, or being outdoors, then the fellowship at the "Liars Club". I am also thinking of maybe making a trip there this weekend. I usually try to fish a new spot once a week. Didn't have anything on the radar for this week. More than likely I'll be alone. Funny how everyone always says "I need to go fishing with you" but when you ask them to go, they have other plans. God, I would hate to have their life. The day I become too busy to hunt or fish is the day that I need to re-evaluate my life and my decisions!

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Originally Posted by wicklundrh

YD: I'm gonna try my best to attend. If not for the fishing of a new lake, the excitment of the "possible" catch, or being outdoors, then the fellowship at the "Liars Club". I am also thinking of maybe making a trip there this weekend. I usually try to fish a new spot once a week. Didn't have anything on the radar for this week. More than likely I'll be alone. Funny how everyone always says "I need to go fishing with you" but when you ask them to go, they have other plans. God, I would hate to have their life. The day I become too busy to hunt or fish is the day that I need to re-evaluate my life and my decisions!

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Sent you a pm if you need a fishing partner on short notice.

Great Rich. If you are down there this weekend we need to hook up. I'll send you a PM w/ cell #.

Guys, was just watching the weather. Hopefully this "cool down" that is coming will directly effect the fishing (for the better). I'm putting together the logistics now for a possible weekend trip. KGALLA: I'll more than likely give you a shout. Rather have someone that "wants" to go as opposed to the other! YD, I'll give you a call

Have you published and announcement in the Indiana, Illinois and Ohio forum yet?

Yup. Placed it a week or so ago. Also sent PM to a couple people that I know visit our southern lakes regularly.

any one been watching what the weather will be like?

Been watchin it for a week and a half now. Here's the latest: Intellicast - Local Weather Forecast, Reports and Maps.

Doesn't look too bad so far...

Looking good. Can't wait to be our on the water

The current weather shows chances of showers on Fri. w/ less of a chance on Sat. Wind speeds still down in the single digits tho.