Just some of my thoughts, personal experiences and observations:
Oliver (igormothra) is just fun to fish with. I have had many trips just relaxing and socializing with him on the sand. I didn't do much fishing with him in 2007 and missed it.
Dave has been one of the most persistent fisherman I have ever seen. He drives 2 hours each trip two - four times a week ALL spring, summer and fall! Honestly, I couldn't keep up with the man and I live 5 minutes from the OSV! When my Jeep was about to totally die, Dave helped me keep it on the sand. He is constantly learning and wanting to learn and did catch some very nice fish this year, meeting his goals.
Scott (Coop) has to be the most dedicated I've met so far. Over the past 3 years, I have spent more time on the sand with that crazy guy than I care to admit. He ALWAYS outfishes me. With two kids, both he and his wife work full time and still catch that much?? He always has very nice, tight, clean gear and willing to help in any way he can.
OCsnapper (David) is also a great guy to fish with. Always has a smile, conversation and makes fishing truly unique experience. He has helped with the site much more than any of you know. Any site organized event has been made possible by David.
Steve has also helped out with the site by answering questions, posting reports and has spent a great deal of time helping me out. Great guy to help others with gear, bait and pretty much all around nice guy. *unless he hits you with a bunker.
DaveH was kind enough to take me on his bay boat. He is always willing to bring food to events and is also learning how to be a good shark fisherman!
Matt (Pierman) has helped me with gear, knots, technique and has a lot of interest in fishing. A very nice guy who fishes A LOT more than he lets on. The guy has caught some very large fish both inshore and offshore and is incredibly humble. (the one with the glasses)
Steve (trowpa) is online the most from what I can tell! A very dedicated fisherman who wastes no time when he's at the beach. He has been teased for his luck with the weather, but the guy sure fishes hard.
Randy Stinchcomb has helped with the site a lot as well. Consistently bringing over new members, answering questions and taking folks fishing. Hope to see more of him and Barb this year.
Ben (Charkbait) is also an asset to this site. Ben has taken me way beyond the beach (quite literally) in an effort to catch big reds. Lots of knowledge, dedication and another nice guy. When my three year old daughter walked in and saw this picture, she said, "daddy, he has no hair and BIG muscles)
Phil (Esoxangler)... I don't think I have ever met a nicer, tough guy in my life. Anyone who can fish all day/all night in NOVEMBER with nothing more than a beach umbrella and pull behind cart is ok in my book. They guy consistently checks his bait, catches fish and will do pretty much anything for you.
The Virginia guys, especially Steve (Dixie719), were an incredible help in 2007. Inviting me to fish in a tourney, posting pictures, reports and bringing more people to this site all the time.
I am very proud to be friends with these and many I haven't mentioned. Thanks guys...
Now if we could just get this guy back on the beach!
