A standing room only crowd of sixty-five members and guests gathered to swap stories and listen as Captain Wink Doerzbacher described some of the changes in Treasure Coast fishing over the past several years. His comments addressed evolving technologies in electronics and gear, and fish populations that have led to modifying fishing techniques and methods. He included some thoughts about how to catch fish even during the traditionally slow months of summer. For instance, he suggested rigging with wire leader even if fishing for dolphin so that a king fish or wahoo that would otherwise bite through mono might be brought to the boat.
Though the evening was cool, attendees enjoyed finger food and beverages in comfort, as the function was moved inside the vacant fly and light tackle shop. (Thank you, Butch!) Prior to introducing Wink, program director VJ Bell called on Brent and Heather Kane, owners of the newly opened Fish Heads that replaced Finest Kind, to introduce themselves and their store. They donated a nice spinning rod and reel as a door prize and announced a 10% in-store discount for Stuart Sailfish Club members. Attending representatives of Whiticar Boats also donated a set of Tervis Tumblers as another door prize. Many thanks to both of them.
Dave Powell described the Club’s scholarship program for graduating Martin County seniors who are going off to study for careers in marine and conservation industries. When a bowl passed around, generous donors contributed $424 toward the scholarship fund.
Great evening! A particular big thanks to Wink, VJ, Liz Cordier, and the volunteers who made the event a success. Mark your calendar for April 5, our next general meeting.
