S.O.B. on the Muskingum

I knew we would get bad weather for a tournament sooner or later and we got it Sunday. I didn't mind the rain, but the thunderstorms were not welcome.
We had no sooner started fishing when we started hearing some distant rumbling. So, while keeping an eye on the approaching storm, Randy Jackson and I stayed near the ramp fr our early fishing. Luckily, that was where I wanted to start anyway, so I had no complaints on that score.
Unfortunately, the one good fish I had on before the lightning arrived, I lost next to the boat. I told Randy I might regret that before the day was over, and In was almost right.
Randy did get a keeper a few minutes later, and when the lightning came too close, we headed for the truck. A lot of anglers I know will stay out in a thunderstorm, but that's too dangerous for me.
The storm passed quickly, and we resumed fishing, but the bass had "turned off."
After the rain, I lost a  big fish below the McConnelsville dam, but I don't think it was a smallmouth or spot. I think I ran the crankbait over the back of a big drum and spooked it into the air.
Finally, about 1 p.m., I put a keeper spot in the boat and I would at least get some points.
Eric Woodrow won the tournament with three bass weighing 2 pounds, 15.5 ounces, while Bruce Reavley was close behind with three bass weighing 2 pounds, 13 ounces.
Debbie Woodrow finished third with two bass weighing 2 pounds, 7.2 ounces and took big bass honors with a 1-pound, 10.1-ounce fish.
Tom Sherfy placed fourth with two bass weighing 2 pounds, 1.6 ounces and Mark Lasure was fifth with two bass weighing 1 pound, 14.4 ounces.
Out of 24 members fishing, 16 weighed in a total of 26 bass.
I finished 10th, which was good enough keep me in sixth place in gthe club standings.
With two tournaments left, Randy Brownrigg has a comfortable 99-point lead over Mike Baughman and 104 points over Tom Sherfy.

Y-City results

Wesley Hammer won the Y-City Bass Club tournament n the Muskingum River Rokeby Lock Pool (Gaysport) on Aug. 14 with an catch of five bass weighing 6.32 pounds. Drew Allen was a distant second with four bass weighing 4.2 pounds.
Tyler Shawger took third with two fish weighing 3.39 pounds, including a 1.92-pound fish that took big bass honors.
Chad Lighthizer finished fourth with two bass weighing 3.06 pounds and Tom Sherfy was fifth with three fish weighing 2.65 pounds.
Nineteen out of 29 anglers weighed in 37 bass.
The club's next tournament, its final regular contest of the season, will take place Sept.18 at Piedmont. The two-day classic will be held at Hoover Sept.25 and Oct. 2

Wheelin' Sportsmen hunt

If you know anyone with a disability who would love the chance top go deer hunting, the Wheelin' Sportsmen event at McConnelsville may be just the ticket. Here's the information I received from the Division of Wildlife:

MCCONNELSVILLE, OH –Outdoor enthusiasts with disabilities will have the opportunity to hunt deer, participate in various field activities, and create lasting memories and friendships this fall during a special deer hunting event for disabled sportsmen according to the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) Division of Wildlife.  

 The tenth annual AEP Ohio Wheelin’ Sportsmen Ultimate Team-Up special deer hunt will be conducted on October 28 and 29 with the event activities at the Clarence E. Miller Armory while the participants will be hunting on land known as the AEP ReCreation Land near McConnelsville.  The “Ultimate Team-Up” is a program developed by the National Wild Turkey Federation (NWTF).  Participants do not have to be confined to wheelchairs and the event is open to applicants with any type of physically challenging disability. An experienced guide will offer whatever assistance may be needed in the field.  Sponsored by American Electric Power, NWTF Wheelin’ Sportsmen, NWTF Wolf Creek Chapter, and the Ohio Division of Wildlife, this award-winning event will host approximately 40 to 45 hunters.       

 To be considered for participation in the event, interested hunters must submit their names and subsequent information no later than Sept, 2.  For registration information, contact Dave Dingey at (740) 962-1205 or Brian Cox at (740) 962-1215.

 Hunters in the event must meet necessary Ohio licensing requirements, but do not need to be experienced in deer hunting.  Each hunter will be partnered with an experienced and capable hunting guide, which will make their hunting trip memorable, educational, and, hopefully, successful.

 This special hunting event is designed to promote education, good health, character, sportsmanship, recreation, self-esteem, and disability awareness.  Those interested in becoming a sponsor for this event can contact Dave Dingey at (740) 962-1205.

Cranberry results

John Miller Jr. won the Cranberry Marsh Bass Club tournament at O'Shaughnessy July 17, weighing in three bass that weighed 6.74 pounds. He took big bass honors with a 3.4-pound fish.
Tim Morgan finished second with five bass weighing 6.49 pounds, Bub Cooksey placed third with three bass weighing 6.02 pounds, Tim Magers took fourth with four bass weighing 5.47 pounds,  and Jerry Mossman was fifth with four bass weighing 4.48 pounds.
The club's next tournament is Aug. 14 on the Muskingum River at Zanesville's Riverside Park.
His and Hers
The club turned around and held its His and Her picnic and tournament the following Sunday at Dillopn. It was supposed to be on the Muskingum River at Zanesville, but because of high water and current, they voted to move to Dillon.
Debbie and Jerry Mossman won the event, followed by Dora and John Miller. Adam and Abby Richards finished third and fourth went to John Shell and Kathy Rasso.

Y-City update

I've been negligent about keeping up to date with local club results. I don't know if anybody is reading this, but I'll try to do it anyway.
The Y-City Bass Club had two tournaments in July, one at Seneca July 10 and one at Hoover July 31.
Seneca Results
Ryan Boyer won the Seneca tournament with three bass weighing 8.13 pounds and took big bass honors with a 4.18-pound fish.
Mark Delancey finished second with three bass weighing 6.15 pounds, Steve Miracle placed third with two bas weighing 5.82 pounds, Kenny Simpson took fourth with two bass weighing 5.47 pounds and Mark Lasure was fifth with a 2.31-pound bass.
Only eight anglers out of 34 who showed up weighed in a total of  14 bass.
Hoover results
Dave Allen won the Hoover contest with five bass weighing 10.59 pounds and took big bass honors with a 2.99-pound fish.
Kenny Simpson was second with five bass weighing 8.76 pounds, Steve Miracle placed third with five bass weighing 8.01 pounds, Gabe Branfass finished fourth with five bass weighing 6.9 pounds and Chad Lighthizer came in fifth with five bass weighing 6.74 pounds.
Out of 33 members who fished, 26 weighed in a total of 72 bass. Eight five-fish limits were weighed in.
The club's next tournament is Aug. 14 on the Muskingum River Rokeby Lock Pool at Gaysport.
Buckeye tournaments
I don't have any information about what has been going on in the Tuesday evening tournaments at Buckeye except that Jerry Mossman and Tim Magers have had some good evenings. If I get anything I wil continue to post the results.