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CCCF News - From Coastalfishing.org - Volume I, Issue 1 - October 2002

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About this newsletterYou are reading the first issue of what is planned to be a regular feature of the Coalition of Confused Coastal Fishermen (CCCF).  It will be in digest format with links to the actual articles, so that you can pick which articles you are most interested in.  The views expressed in these articles are those of the author(s) and are not a part of the CCCF policy.  No part of this digest or the underlying articles may be reproduced with the express written permission of the publisher or the author.

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In this Issue:

"What is it about Topwaters?"     by Bayman AKA Mike.   If you've never had the thrill of seeing your Spook get blown up three or four feet...and even if you have...this article is a must read...

"Fishing Tackle Industry News"  by Michelle AKA David's Tackle Box.   Want to know when your favorite lure is going to be available?  Who is being acquired or changing business tactics?  Then you'll want to read this article by our knowledgeable expert.

Mark your calendars for October 19th...a CCCF gathering at Access Road 7 in Surfside.  See the message board for details!

"The Catch of the Month"  A really good picture of a nice Redfish and his nemesis...our own Empty Stringer AKA Eddie.

"How to Catch a Flounder on Artificial Lures"  by Tig AKA Doug.  This is a timely article that was first published on the club website two years ago, but has proven time and time again to be on the money!

Tell your friends about the CCCF. - We have a great group that is only going to get better!  We are proving daily that you don't need a lot of leadership or rules to have a great club!  Just good members!

Regular Features:

"Here's How I See It"  by Editor/Publisher Webdude AKA Sam.  A monthly commentary on the state of the CCCF and other general matters. This month it's about beach access issues.

"The one that got away...and other fish stories"  by various authors.  This month's offering is a reprint of a story by Nerfboy AKA Chris S. about that monster trout that DIDN'T get away!

"Knots - Which ones to use and how to tie them"   by Michael.  If you don't know your Palomar from a Square Knot or how to tie mono to braid, then you really need to bone up, and this is the place to do it.

"Recipe of the Month"   by various authors.   This month we are going back to the basics with two mouth-watering fried fish fillet recipes, including Borg's famous "gathering" fish.   Mmmmm!

Get your CCCF bumper sticker today.  Send $2.00 (3 for $5) and a self-addressed envelope to CCCF, 4107 Oak Point Drive, Pearland, TX 77581.  Same day shipment.

See you next month!