April trip - good times!

Trip Checklist for April 18

Sleeping bag - this is the only real essential. I think it's safe to say we are all unwilling to share. I also recommend a sleeping mat or cot.

Waders - If you plan to fish, this is also pretty essential. Sharing doesn't work for various reasons.

License - Click here, buy it online today, including the special trout stamp, print and bring it with you.

Shayne will provide for community use:

• Rice
• Beans
• Oatmeal
• Bread
• Bologna
• Mayonnaise
• Water
• Paper plates
• Plastic utensils
  
• Paper towels
  
• Stove
  
• Grill (Tim - I'm bringing the grill.)
• Lantern
• Cards
  
• Firewood & starter logs
  
• Cooler (2)
• Fly rod & reel (1 extra available for the group)
• Fishing Vest (2)
• Net (1)
• Polarized Sunglasses (2)
• Flies (2 boxes with limited selection)
  

The following items are optional but recommended:

• Chair
  
• Meat for the grill
• Flashlight (preferably a headlamp)
• Warm clothes
• Cigars
• Beverages of choice
• Mug or cup
  
• Rain jacket
• Fly rod & reel
• Net
• Knife, small pliers, and nail clippers for fishing
  
• Flies (Charleston Angler is a good place. Generally I use small stuff - sizes 18-24)
• Leaders & tippet (Generally I use a 7.5' leader 5x, and a 5 or 6x tippet.)
• Your sense of humor (Actually, this is not optional; it's required.)
  

April 18 - North Mills River

Just over two weeks to go. We've decided on the big tent at the North Mills Campground (no Airstream). I am excited people!

Next fishing trip is April 18

Leaning towards a trip to the Davidson River with the Airstream.

I still owe you pictures from the fall trip to North Mills. (Scott - send me those pictures homey!)

The Meal Plan for this week

Friday lunch
Bread (Nature's Own wheat)
Mayonnaise (Duke's)
Bologna (Carolina Pride or Oscar Mayer)
Chips (Cape Code)
Drinks (Cherry Coke)

Friday Dinner
Steak (Ribeye, 1" thick)
Rice (Lipton Parmesan)
Green beans
Dessert (Pecan Sandies)

Saturday Breakfast
Grits (regular)
Eggs
Bacon
Onion
Bell pepper
Cheese (slided American or shredded cheddar)

Saturday Lunch
Bread (Nature's own wheat)
Mayonnaise (Duke's)
Bologna (Carolina Pride or Oscar Mayer)
Chips (Cape Code)
Drinks (Cherry Coke)

Saturday Dinner
Chicken (cooked white meat in pouch)
Rice (Lipton)
Bean (Bush's Baked, Original)
Dessert (More Pecan Sandies)

Sunday breakfast
Oatmeal (Honey & Nuts)

Sunday lunch
Drive-thru (or maybe BBQ place in Davidson)

General
Water
Coffee
Creamer
Spices
Paper plates
Paper towels
Plastic utensils
"Grape Juice"

October 19

The October trip is approaching fast. Get your act together!
Yours truly,
Shayne