Chad and Belinda Posted March 20, 2011 Share Posted March 20, 2011 We had such a great time on our Port A trip collection trip last year that we figured we'd do it again this year. Right now we are looking at the weekend of July 15th. I know that MAAST usually has their collection trip in July, but with Chad's work schedule and his co-workers taking vacation, we figured we'd plan for this weekend. Nothing fancy, just a bunch of friends hanging out and having fun. Anyone is welcome to join us...the more the merrier If you are interested in attending or have any questions, please post here. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
diabeetus Posted March 20, 2011 Share Posted March 20, 2011 what kind of things did yall collect last year? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chad and Belinda Posted March 20, 2011 Author Share Posted March 20, 2011 what kind of things did yall collect last year? Peppermint shrimp, blennies, anglers, you can also catch damsels, though we threw those back in...someone also caught an urchin. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
diabeetus Posted March 20, 2011 Share Posted March 20, 2011 WOW! how did yall catch all that? did yall have a boat or was that just from the jettis? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chad and Belinda Posted March 20, 2011 Author Share Posted March 20, 2011 WOW! how did yall catch all that? did yall have a boat or was that just from the jettis? We walked out to the end of the jetty and took nets (with the small holes) and head lamps. When you shine the flashlight into the water, you can see the peppermint shrimps red eyes glowing. They like to hang out around the edge of the rocks. It was pretty fun Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
+Mel in Elgin Posted March 20, 2011 Share Posted March 20, 2011 I am so in!!!! That sounds awesome ... Is this a camp out kinda thing or is there a specific hotel where everyone stays? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chad and Belinda Posted March 20, 2011 Author Share Posted March 20, 2011 I am so in!!!! That sounds awesome ... Is this a camp out kinda thing or is there a specific hotel where everyone? Awesome! People can camp out on the beach, however, we stayed in a hotel Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robb in Austin Posted March 20, 2011 Share Posted March 20, 2011 Here is a link to last years trip thread; http://www.austinreefclub.com/topic/11408-port-aransas-collection-trip/ It was a great time, but we (probably)won't be able to go this year. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brooks Posted March 20, 2011 Share Posted March 20, 2011 I might be able to come this year with some friends if I can get off of work/practice! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robb in Austin Posted March 20, 2011 Share Posted March 20, 2011 I think it should be renamed The Wayneb Memorial ARC Port A Collection Trip. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brooks Posted March 21, 2011 Share Posted March 21, 2011 What happened to Wayne?! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Laura Posted March 21, 2011 Share Posted March 21, 2011 I agree Robb... pm'ed you Brooks... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brooks Posted March 21, 2011 Share Posted March 21, 2011 I agree Robb... +1 So sorry to hear about that. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chad and Belinda Posted March 21, 2011 Author Share Posted March 21, 2011 I might be able to come this year with some friends if I can get off of work/practice! Cool! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chad and Belinda Posted March 21, 2011 Author Share Posted March 21, 2011 I have talked to a couple of MAAST members and they are going to try to see if they can coordinate their collection trip for this weekend as well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hobogato Posted March 23, 2011 Share Posted March 23, 2011 thanks for thinking of the maast trip belinda. i think it would be great if we could plan them on the same weekend as we were planning on inviting our austin friends as well as those in dallas and houston. i have started a poll in the lounge on the maast website if anyone you or anyone else here would like to go give some input in the events that might be included for the weekend. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chad and Belinda Posted March 28, 2011 Author Share Posted March 28, 2011 thanks for thinking of the maast trip belinda. i think it would be great if we could plan them on the same weekend as we were planning on inviting our austin friends as well as those in dallas and houston. i have started a poll in the lounge on the maast website if anyone you or anyone else here would like to go give some input in the events that might be included for the weekend. You're welcome Ace! We have taken the poll on maast. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chad and Belinda Posted March 28, 2011 Author Share Posted March 28, 2011 Looks like our maast friends may be joining us Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
+o0zarkawater Posted April 3, 2011 Share Posted April 3, 2011 w00t! I'll see if Melissa can get that weekend off, I'd love to go this year, and hang out with all my buds! Hell, even if she can't, I may still come, more party! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
subsea Posted April 7, 2011 Share Posted April 7, 2011 WOW! how did yall catch all that? did yall have a boat or was that just from the jettis? We walked out to the end of the jetty and took nets (with the small holes) and head lamps. When you shine the flashlight into the water, you can see the peppermint shrimps red eyes glowing. They like to hang out around the edge of the rocks. It was pretty fun This outing is great. I actually leaned toward seigning herbivores. Green Sailfin Mollies and Grass Shrimp (Ghost Shrimp) are usually abundant in the inland marsh. I would do this during daylight hours and need a second person to assist. If there is to be a campfire on the beach, I can operate a gas burner and boil crabs and/or shrimp. I like to do potaoes and corn as well as onions and a new entry is mushrooms. If this fits into the theme of things, I will bring some fishing gear as well. Once down there, I planned on staying for a few days. La bonne temp roulee. Patrick Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chad and Belinda Posted April 8, 2011 Author Share Posted April 8, 2011 This outing is great. I actually leaned toward seigning herbivores. Green Sailfin Mollies and Grass Shrimp (Ghost Shrimp) are usually abundant in the inland marsh. I would do this during daylight hours and need a second person to assist. If there is to be a campfire on the beach, I can operate a gas burner and boil crabs and/or shrimp. I like to do potaoes and corn as well as onions and a new entry is mushrooms. If this fits into the theme of things, I will bring some fishing gear as well. Once down there, I planned on staying for a few days. La bonne temp roulee. Patrick Now you got me hungry Patrick!!! We're looking forward to it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
grimwulff Posted April 8, 2011 Share Posted April 8, 2011 I'm there, and know how to use a seine. although personally I prefer the grass beds in the bay. Rufus WOW! how did yall catch all that? did yall have a boat or was that just from the jettis? We walked out to the end of the jetty and took nets (with the small holes) and head lamps. When you shine the flashlight into the water, you can see the peppermint shrimps red eyes glowing. They like to hang out around the edge of the rocks. It was pretty fun This outing is great. I actually leaned toward seigning herbivores. Green Sailfin Mollies and Grass Shrimp (Ghost Shrimp) are usually abundant in the inland marsh. I would do this during daylight hours and need a second person to assist. If there is to be a campfire on the beach, I can operate a gas burner and boil crabs and/or shrimp. I like to do potaoes and corn as well as onions and a new entry is mushrooms. If this fits into the theme of things, I will bring some fishing gear as well. Once down there, I planned on staying for a few days. La bonne temp roulee. Patrick Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
subsea Posted April 10, 2011 Share Posted April 10, 2011 I agree about the grassbeds on inland bays. As I went to Texas Maritime Academy in Galveston for four years, a Gulf Coast Theme was my first marine aquarium. The nets which I used consisted of a top and a bottom line with a fine mesh net from top to bottom with two people, each on an oppossite end, working the net. I have also used a dip net with fine mesh and only one operator. I love to watch the handlers of the round throw nets. It just looked like a real thing of athletic skill. Kind of like watching paired doubles figure skating, they each know there part to the dance. Anyway, I digress. It would suit me to keep out on the beach. Is this acceptable at this site. Patrick 512-514-1446 home Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
subsea Posted April 10, 2011 Share Posted April 10, 2011 camp not keep Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jshelley Posted April 12, 2011 Share Posted April 12, 2011 Sorry to hijack the thread but my wife and I are down from Central Arkansas and was wondering if anyone had some tips/suggestions for collecting before we head home. Unfortunately we are headed home tonight april 12th. But we were wanting to head out and collect a few peppermints and maybe an anemone of our 72g we just started. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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