2010 Lutes Marine Chocolate tournament

[Muddskipper]

Lutes Marine tournaments on Chocolate Bayou, will again raise money for Sea Center Texas for Flounder restocking.

With all the good that we did last year, I expect some more press at the weigh-in this year. Don't be surprised to see TV cameras and press coming out to see all the action.

-The 4 cash tournaments will have a points system

It will be very important for you to weigh-in all your catch to get as many points as possible

-No reschedules due to weather

-Categories will vary - of course we will be helping out the flounder

-Point system will be explained closer to the 1st tournament, but similar to last year.

April 24th
June 12th

BREAK for summer fun

September 11th
October 23rd

And an invitational / possible rain-out reschedule date of

November 13th - If there is a rain out this will be the last tournament, if no rain out, this will become the invitational date for the top 15 fisherman in the point’s standings and trophy’s.

Details explained at the roll out of the points system.

[WestEndAngler]

Bryan great news, I want to have FWE members helping with the weigh-in. I'm going to try and make every event this year except for June 12. I will be at Caddo Lake for the weekend.

Anyone willing to help out and work these events please get with me or Bryan. FWE shirts, koozies & stickers will be given to those that help participate. I'd like for us to be well represented there.

[Muddskipper]

This Past year Fisher_of_men was a big help .... he would drive all the way over just to help with the weigh-in ....

Any help from FWE anglers is greatly appreciated ..... wearing your gear will be cool too, as I expect TPWD to be there with video / TV crews

[GHSmacker]

I may be able to help y'all out...i'll know more when it gets closer though.

WEA...Muddy Graw?

[Flatty Stalker]

Can't make the April 24 th due to work but i will fish the rest of them , looking forward to it.

[Fisher_Of_Men]

Hey Guys,

I will do my best to help out this year again. For those newbies wanting to learn to fish Chocolate, this is the place to be. Help out and meet all the "Experts" of Chocolate Bay.
There was some really great fish caught last year..

See ya at the scales....

[WestEndAngler]

I may be able to help y'all out...i'll know more when it gets closer though.

WEA...Muddy Graw?

Lake Caddo Run...

Muddy Gras is in July this year... I might have to attend that as well as the Gator-Tail Customer Appreciation weekend...

[fuzzy]

I'll be on the tug June 12.Should be making all the rest.

[Steve_A]

I like the idea of the getting points for each tournament and having an end of the year tournament, but not everyone can fish every tournament. Like Fuzzy, I'm also working on June 12th. Maybe you can take your best three tournaments for your overall points.

[Explorer21]

Donna and I will be fishing these tourny this year. Thanks again for all your efforts Bryan. Looking forward to meeting you some day.

[Muddskipper]

I like the idea of the getting points for each tournament and having an end of the year tournament, but not everyone can fish every tournament. Like Fuzzy, I'm also working on June 12th. Maybe you can take your best three tournaments for your overall points.

The way the points are set up, even if you miss one you are still in the mix

Reason is, the catagories are not always about big fish, there are all kinds of catagories, where luck plays a big part.

These tournaments are not as serious as others, and we encourage guys to take their kids and wives.

What we want each fisherman to take away is fishing is fun, and meant to be enjoyed by everyone .... and you never know when you will catch a winner

[Reely Out There]

How are the points going to be tallied in a Black Jack style format?

Thanks!

[Muddskipper]

Generally in that catagory, closest to the 21" mark is 1st, tie decided by person who brings theirs in first. Anything over does not qualify.

[michelle]

do we have to launch at lutes or can we drive to the weigh in?
michelle

[Fisher_Of_Men]

No, You don't have to launch at Lute's (Although it is a great Facility, and only about 5 minutes from 2004 bridge) You can launch at 2004..

Hope this helps..

[Muddskipper]

do we have to launch at lutes or can we drive to the weigh in?
michelle


You dont have to launch from there, but you do have to check-in.

Lutes can not accomodate everyones boat, and she gets that,
BUT

Lutes also makes no money from the entries in the tournament, so we figure if you have to stop by and check-in, she can at least make some money from people buying ICE, Gas, and some munchies.

Barbra always buys door prizes, and there has been times when she spent more than she brought in to the registar. So I try to encourgae eveyone to consider that when stop by in the morning.

[shallowist]

Brian, this sounds like a great, fun event. I will try to make those that fit my wierded out schedule this year. Take it a step farther and try to bring my daughters. I do need a favor, can you provide some directions to Chocolate Bayou for me. :)

JK, looking forward to seeing you down there.

[C.Hern5972]

ill make all but the June 12th. I am workign nights. I might try and shift swap just to make it.

[Lori77563]

Is there a web site with more info or a brochure?

[dbarham]

Is there a web site with more info or a brochure?
PM muddskipper sure he can help.

[corndog]

The way the points are set up, even if you miss one you are still in the mix

Reason is, the catagories are not always about big fish, there are all kinds of catagories, where luck plays a big part.

These tournaments are not as serious as others, and we encourage guys to take their kids and wives.

What we want each fisherman to take away is fishing is fun, and meant to be enjoyed by everyone .... and you never know when you will catch a winner

How about a bonus if you bring a kid.

[Muddskipper]

How about a bonus if you bring a kid.

Actully this kind of tournament has kids in mind, since most of the divisions are not about big fish .....

there are a ton of guys who can catch a bog redfish, but how many can catch a mulit-spot redfish

I see kids all the time win a division ...

Also kids generally win door prizes, but they have to be present to win....

[dbarham]

How about a bonus if you bring a kid.
Then you gotta listen to his crap all day while I fish in peace:cool: naw load the lil ones up teach em rite ,kids who fish and hunt don't steal and deal!;)

[Lori77563]

Does anyone have a web site or flyer for Lukes tournament?

[Muddskipper]

Does anyone have a web site or flyer for Lukes tournament?

Sorry Lori I did get to that one

There is no web-site, but there is an email list that I adminster, it will have flyers / rules, and is good for reports for Chocolate and that area.

Please PM your email,and I will add you and will send you the schedule

thanks

BT

[Joe Madsen]

Did you have to fish the April, June and September tournaments to qualify for the October 23 tourni or can you fish it anyways?

[cwheed]

Did you have to fish the April, June and September tournaments to qualify for the October 23 tourni or can you fish it anyways?

No anyone can fish the Oct 23rd tourney. It is the invitational that is limited. Hope you can make it.

[corndog]

What tourney we talking about?

[cwheed]

October 23rd at Lutes Marine on Chocolate Bayou. See details at www.lutesmarine.com (http://www.lutesmarine.com)

[Joe Madsen]

Ok cool thanks guys !!

[cwheed]

Quick note to all joining us for the tournament . $ 25 bucks a night gets you a RV space . $30 a night gets you RV space and harbor slip.
For more details contact Barbara at 281-393-1021 or pm me.

Our spots have 30 and 50 amp with concrete pads. 50 ft to the water with a floating dock. www.lutesmarine.com (http://www.lutesmarine.com)

Hope you all can make it October 23rd.

[Joe Madsen]

Where do i pay the entry fee and where can i find an entry form?? does anyone know?

[cwheed]

Sorry for slow response Joe. You can enter at Lutes all the way up to beginning of tournament. Usually a big rush around 5am.

[Joe Madsen]

Its alright man thanks ill be there ! Do we have to launch at Lutes? and is it $40 per person or per team ?

[cwheed]

Launch anywhere Joe. Entry is $ 40 per person. This tournament is always fun , Muddskipper really knows how to keep the catagories fresh and fair for all. Great tournament for kids as well. Top it off with a meal provided by Lutes and its a good deal (may be pizza or hotdogs but its free).

[Joe Madsen]

Thanks man will be there forsure! sounds like fun and thanks for answering all my questions!