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SUMMARY:Matagorda\, TX | 3-Day Fishing Trip
DESCRIPTION:**Note: VOLUNTEER BOAT OWNER and ADULT FISHERMAN tickets are sold out. If you are interested in a last-minute opening\, please select a free “Waiting List” ticket shown below.\nJoin us for a 3-day fishing trip in Matagorda\, TX! \n“I’m going out to fish\,” Simon Peter told them\, and they said\, “We’ll go with you.” So they went out and got into the boat… John 21:3 \nPurpose: To build meaningful relationships with other outdoorsmen for the purpose of leading them to\, or back to\, Jesus Christ. \nKeynote speaker: TBD \nDates:  \nPrimary check-in will begin on Friday\, July 18th from 1:00 pm until 2:00 pm at the lodge. If you will not be able to check in by 3:00 pm on Friday\, please let us know ahead of time. The event will officially end at noon on Sunday\, July 20th. Everyone must check out by noon on Sunday. Volunteer Boat Owners must check in and be on site by 1:00 pm on Friday. \nLodging:  \nWe will stay at the Matagorda Sunrise Lodge\, which is located at 190 St. Mary’s Slough Dr\, Matagorda TX 77457. Website:  www.matagordasunriselodge.com \nDirections: Click for map:  https://matagordasunriselodge.com/#map \nRegistration:  \nMen of all ages and skill levels welcome.  First registered first reserved!  If you have been to a Blast & Cast event in the past\, please make every effort to bring someone new to the event.  Youth anglers must attend with a parent or guardian\, limit one youth angler per parent/guardian. \nFishing: \nThis will be an exciting weekend of fishing and fellowship! We’ll spend our days fishing for speckled trout\, redfish\, and flounder in assigned boats. After our evening meals\, we will hear words of encouragement and challenge from a keynote. \nWe will have volunteers present along with their boats. Our volunteer boat owners are paying their way and are not professionals – nor are they licensed guides. No tips are allowed\, but gas in the tank and your share of other expenses is expected. Please bring cash to assist with boat gas\, ice\, and bait. Each volunteer boat owner will be assigned a fishing party each day. While we keep fathers and sons together\, usually you will be fishing with people you don’t know. This is done purposefully so please don’t be surprised. Additionally\, we will try to pair volunteer boat owners with parties suitable to their preferred method of fishing\, but please remember to be flexible as this won’t always be possible. \nVolunteer boat owners will be introduced to their parties in our meetings. Please see your volunteer boat owner for assistance and/or special needs with regard to fishing. Adults should be prepared to wade if physically able. Bring wading shoes and any other gear that you have. If you have extra gear that others could borrow\, please throw it in. \nMeals:  \nDinner will be provided for both Friday and Saturday night meals. On Saturday and Sunday mornings we will serve breakfast. A limited supply of drinks and snacks will be available to take on the fishing trips but plan to bring your favorite soft drinks. Leftovers will be available for lunches\, but most parties will eat out based on their fishing location and schedule. \nFreebies: We will give out door prizes on Saturday night. If you’d like to donate door prizes or fishing tackle\, please let me know. \nRules:  \n\nPerfect people are not allowed. Come as you are\, no pretending.\nNo drunkenness. Alcohol in moderation is allowed\, but not on the boats\, please.\nPlease help keep the environment kid-friendly.\nHave a good time.\n\nWhat to bring:   \n\nEveryone should bring their own fishing gear and tackle as it is not expected of the volunteer boat owners to lend out their gear or tackle.  If they choose to do so\, please replace it.  The suggested tackle list is below.\nCash for boat gas\, ice\, or any live bait you would like to use.\nIf you plan to wade (we highly recommend that you be prepared) – Bring long pants\, stringer\, and pliers if you plan to wade (recommended).  Wade boots or old shoes are a must. A bait bucket is needed if fishing with live bait.\nSunscreen\, hat\, and sunglasses\nTexas saltwater fishing license\nFilet knife and Ziploc bags – plan to clean your own fish\, please.\nA cooler to bring fish home\nA willing attitude that’s eager to help make it work and have a good time – remember\, everyone there is a volunteer\, so set your expectations as though you are going on a weekend trip with friends. This is NOT a guided trip.\n\nSuggested tackle:   \n\nPlan to fish for trout\, redfish\, and flounder. (Some boats\, particularly those with kids\, may target other species.) Each fisherman must bring their own rod and reel. Appropriate rods are medium-light to medium action\, 6-7ft long\, either spinning or bait-casting. Monofilament line is typically 12lb test\, braided line is typically 20-30lb test. We recommend that you put fresh line on reels if you haven’t done so recently.\nLive bait – Live bait fishermen should have a supply of egg sinkers\, swivels\, 20-30lb test leader material\, 3/0 circle or kahle style hooks for croaker\, number 6 treble hooks for shrimp\, and popping corks.\nArtificial bait – Paddle tail-style baits are the easiest to fish. 3-4’’ models in glow/chartreuse\, limetreuse\, red/white\, and pumpkinseed are the basics. Topwater baits like Super Spook Jr’s or Skitterwalks (white\, chrome\, or black) can be exciting. Gulp shrimp tails fished under a popping cork can also be effective and kid-friendly.\n\nThere is a store in Matagorda with tackle. It’s more expensive than Academy\, but basic tackle is available. \nContact info: \nEvent Chairmen:  Cody Robertson\, codyjamesrobertson@gmail.com \nIf you need information prior to the event please contact us via e-mail. Direct phone numbers for assistance on the road or during the event will be provided via e-mail prior to the event.  We recommend that volunteer boat owners and their parties exchange cell phone numbers at the event to stay in contact. \n*  Please note that our volunteer boat owners receive no compensation for their services and are paying for their spots at the event. They are not professionals and are simply volunteering their boats\, gear\, and know-how so that you can have a good time. Because of this\, please take the utmost care of their gear. \nSchedule of Events\nFriday:  \n     1:00-2:00 PM          Primary check-in at the lodge \n     3:00 PM                    Depart lodge for evening fishing trip \n     7:30 PM                     Dinner served \n     7:45 PM                     Welcome Ceremony \n     8:00 PM                    Keynote Speaker \n  \nSaturday: \n     5:30 AM                     Breakfast and morning devotional \n     6:00 AM                     Depart for morning fishing trip \n     7:30 PM                     Dinner served \n     8:00 PM                    Keynote Speaker \n  \nSunday: \n     5:30 AM                     Cold breakfast and morning devotional \n     6:00 AM                     Depart for morning fishing trip \n     12:00 PM                   Check out and departure \n  \n**Note: VOLUNTEER BOAT OWNER and ADULT FISHERMAN tickets are sold out. If you are interested in a last-minute opening\, please select a free “Waiting List” ticket shown below.\n 
URL:https://www.blastandcast.org/event/matagorda-tx-3-day-fishing-trip/
LOCATION:Matagorda Sunrise Lodge\, 190 St. Mary's Slough Dr.\, Matagorda\, 77457\, United States
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SUMMARY:Baytown\, TX | 1-Day Fishing Event
DESCRIPTION:“I’m going out to fish\,” Simon Peter told them\, and they said\, “We’ll go with you.” So they went out and got into the boat… John 21:3 \nPurpose: \nTo build meaningful relationships with other outdoorsmen in the Baytown\, TX area for the purpose of leading them to\, or back to\, Jesus Christ. \nDate: \nSaturday\, June 21\, 2025\, from 5:30 am until 12:30 pm. \nRegistration:  \nFree!  Space is limited so register now.  We will prioritize opportunities for those who have not attended Blast & Cast events in the past.  Veteran Blast & Cast participants should find a way to volunteer and support the event. \nAge limitations/restrictions: Men of all ages and skill levels welcome. All youth must attend with a parent or guardian.  Limit one youth participant per parent/guardian\, no exceptions. \nFishing: \nWe will have volunteers present along with their boats. Our volunteer boat owners are not licensed guides and are not being compensated for the trip. No tips are allowed\, but please bring cash to chip in for your portion of gas\, ice\, and bait.  Each volunteer boat owner will be assigned a fishing party that is suitable to their boat and style of fishing. While we keep fathers and sons together\, usually you will be fishing with people you don’t know. This is done purposefully so please don’t be surprised. Please be flexible in your style of fishing and plan to follow the lead of the boat owner you are assigned to.  Essentially\, treat this like a fishing trip with a friend… this is NOT a guided trip. \nParty assignments will be announced after the morning devotion. \nMeals: \nPlease bring snacks and drinks to bring on the boat.  Lunch will be provided at noon. \nRules: \n\nNo perfect people allowed. Come as you are\, no pretending.\nAlcohol will not be allowed on boats but will be allowed in moderation after the boat is on the trailer.\nPlease be mindful of your language when youth participants are around.\nHave a good time.\n\nWhat to bring:  \n\nValid Texas saltwater fishing license\nEveryone should bring their own fishing gear.  Don’t expect volunteer boat owners to lend out their gear or tackle\nCash for boat gas\, ice\, or any live bait you would like to use\nSafety vest for youth participants\nSunscreen\, hat\, and sunglasses\nFilet knife and Ziploc bags – plan to clean your own fish\, please.\nA cooler to bring fish home\nA willing attitude that’s eager to help make it work and have a good time – remember\, everyone there is a volunteer\, so set your expectations as though you are going on a weekend trip with friends.\n\nSuggested tackle:  \nPlan to fish for trout\, redfish\, and flounder. Each fisherman should bring their own rod. Appropriate rods are medium-light to medium action\, 6-7ft long\, either spinning or bait-casting. 12lb test monofilament or 20-30lb test braided line is sufficient. We recommend putting fresh line on reels if you haven’t done so in the last few months. \nContact info: \nEvent chairman: \nCody Robertson (codyjamesrobertson@gmail.com) \nSchedule\n5:30       AM  Check-in at the Bayland Boat Ramp\n5:45       AM  Introduction\, morning devotion\, prayer\n6:00       AM  Leave the dock\n11:30      AM Return to dock\n12:00     PM  Afternoon Devotion and Lunch\, at the Bayland Boat Ramp\, provided by Second Baytown Church.
URL:https://www.blastandcast.org/event/baytown-tx-1-day-fishing-event/
LOCATION:Bayland Boat Ramp\, 2651 TX-146BUS\, Baytown\, TX\, 77520
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