John Loebach Posted July 7, 2007 Report Share Posted July 7, 2007 Going into at least year 5 for this project - many have helped before & know what to expect. My opinion is its a morning of light work(cleanups are harder) & a great chance to meet and catch up with other members. For those that are new to this project or the ISA, I can only say DON'T MISS OUT!! Not only is it fun talking fishing while planting, look down the river and see what change this simple task has wrought to the habitat. Get there a little early and see the wildlife, insects and fish use the older plants. Stick around and we will grill lunch. Oh- if you don't have one yet earn your volunteers pin, too. And weather permitting you can fish afterward - Don R and I stuck it out last year despite the midday 90+ degree heat and caught fish. Details - meet at Violet patch park at 8AM, bring waders & gloves (if you want). A short demonstration by Bob Rung ( State fisheries biologist) and we will put 1000 plants in at the rivers edge. If you are coming give me an email, pm or call 630/251-5904. We need 20 or so ISA helpers to match the Friends of the Fox volunteers - extra help is MUCH better than too little. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest rich mc Posted July 8, 2007 Report Share Posted July 8, 2007 i blocked off the morning on my schedule. any jobs i do will be after 11am or later . i enjoyed it last year and it sure beats moving rocks. rich Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scott Ferguson Posted July 8, 2007 Report Share Posted July 8, 2007 I'll be there. Are we doing a cookout? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike Clifford Posted July 8, 2007 Report Share Posted July 8, 2007 I think Scott is volunteering ; ) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scott Ferguson Posted July 8, 2007 Report Share Posted July 8, 2007 I'll be happy to take care of the cookout. I have a portable grill, and I'll get the food. I just need to know about how many people we need to feed. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matt k Posted July 8, 2007 Report Share Posted July 8, 2007 Ill be there. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Loebach Posted July 8, 2007 Author Report Share Posted July 8, 2007 Scott- Bring your grill & tools, I have some of what we need donated by my wifes employer, figure to fill in the rest a couple of days before. I'll be in touch with details soon. Thanks. Matt- Good to hear it, nothing like getting the ball rolling. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike Clifford Posted July 8, 2007 Report Share Posted July 8, 2007 Is that your grill in the photo Scott, and does the table come with it? That thing looks very handy for camping. What is the brand? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scott Ferguson Posted July 8, 2007 Report Share Posted July 8, 2007 Yeah, that's my grill. It's a Coleman "Road Trip" grill. The stand folds up and the whole thing goes in a zip up, soft sided carrying case with wheels. It's even got 3 different types of cooking surfaces, grill, griddle, or open type you can put a pan on. Uses the small propane bottles. I think I paid about $150 for it on sale. They have a cheaper version now too. www.coleman.com/coleman/ColemanCom/detail.asp?product_id=9941-768 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jim Kast Posted July 9, 2007 Report Share Posted July 9, 2007 OK.... who looked at my tournament schedule and planned all these events on the same days I'm out of town! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PatH Posted July 9, 2007 Report Share Posted July 9, 2007 Looking forward to it...had fun last year Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Michael T Posted July 9, 2007 Report Share Posted July 9, 2007 I'll do my best to make it out. I missed that last planting on the Fox...maybe two. That last one I remember making was with Gary L in north Aurora. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Norm M Posted July 11, 2007 Report Share Posted July 11, 2007 I got a vacation day lined up . I will be there . Anyone meeting for breakfast ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Don R Posted July 11, 2007 Report Share Posted July 11, 2007 I plan on being there but work may delay my arrival. There's the Riverview diner north of Violet Patch park. They are located on the east side of Rte. 25 just south of Mill St. They have a huge menu but breakfast is king there. At last count I believe they have 28 different omelettes available Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coryg Posted July 12, 2007 Report Share Posted July 12, 2007 I will be there, also. Have a wedding to attend later in the day, but how can I pass up continuing to help such a worthwhile project with such good friends, especially with fishing and a cookout tossed in. See y'all on the 21st. Cory <0))))>< Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matt k Posted July 12, 2007 Report Share Posted July 12, 2007 How about metting for breakfast at 6:30 am at Riverview Diner. Address is: 1420 SE River Rd. Montgomery, Il 60538 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Loebach Posted July 13, 2007 Author Report Share Posted July 13, 2007 Good call Matt- I may ask if anyone would like to start at 7 am, I'm working out the details - we are going to plant up by the old rail bridge as well as down by violet patch park. If A few want to start early up there we could run everyone else thru the demonstration and send more around 8:30 to help. I want to start early- if you remember last year- it can get hot by 9 am. More on this in as few days, but early for breakfast could also start planting sooner. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pts9889 Posted July 13, 2007 Report Share Posted July 13, 2007 I am looking good for the willow planting. I would prefer to start early. 7:00 AM works for me. Good fishing. Paul Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matt k Posted July 15, 2007 Report Share Posted July 15, 2007 why dont we meet for breakfast at around 5:30 am instead. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Loebach Posted July 17, 2007 Author Report Share Posted July 17, 2007 Looks like it will be cool on Saturday. No need to start early - 8am at Violet Patch park - was out there tonight & the 3year old plants are huge. Colonies not plugs, water is up to the edge & lots of fish activity. My count is at 10 we need 10 or 15 more to get it done. If we hit that number each team will have to plant 2 flats of 38 plugs. Numbers are the difference- let me know. Thanks, John Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BillKreznor Posted July 17, 2007 Report Share Posted July 17, 2007 I'm looking to help out on this project for the first time. Won't make breakfast, so I'll see everyone at 8AM. Bill K Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Don R Posted July 17, 2007 Report Share Posted July 17, 2007 OK then... 6:30AM at the aforementioned breakfast location for those that want to chow before planting. Even if no one shows up for breakfast...you'll enjoy a great meal Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WILLIAM C. Posted July 18, 2007 Report Share Posted July 18, 2007 One of the few summer weekends that I'm in town and free to help. Also looking forward to breakfast at River View at 6:30am Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Don R Posted July 18, 2007 Report Share Posted July 18, 2007 Not sure if it was mentioned yet......if you have them, Bring Gloves! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jim J Posted July 19, 2007 Report Share Posted July 19, 2007 Gloves are really good idea. See you at breakfast. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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