The picture is of AVYC member Chuck (on the left) and his friend Jim on a fishing trip to Lake Kinbasket in British Columbia last June. The fish are Dolly Varden Trout, around 10 lbs. each. Way to go guys!

Chuck, by the way is the owner of a very popular Website dedicated to boatbuilding.

AVYC Member Michael takes AVYC first place in bass size. This catch comes in at 15 lbs. It's just a few pounds short of a FL record. An avid fisherman and nature lover Michael is married 12 years and has one child. Growing up Mike has always been around water. You can learn more about Mike at his Home Page.

Michael has been awarded specialist status in the Florida Big Catch Program! Click on the award for more info.

AVYC Member Rick on Table Rock Lake near Branson MO has a neat business. He chauffeurs guests in a 202 ZX Skeeter powered by a 225 Yamaha. in search of bass. www.strikebass.com/

AVYC member Brent from New Zealand asked us to put in this picture of his "Old Mate" Baldy with his 20+lbs Snapper! Welcome Baldy, to the All Volunteer Yacht Club. Brent, by the way, likes to fish and dive off Cape Egmont. Cape Egmont is on the North Island of Newzealand near New Plymouth. Brent owns a 5.75m Quintrex (Aussie make) and says he is a confirmed tin boat man. Thanks Brent, for the picture!