Port O’Connor Service Club News By Sue Kubecka

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An extremely short meeting of the POC Service Club was held on Thursday, July 3, 2014 at the Community Center. Short, as this was the day before our Independence Day, and many of our members were either on vacation or preparing for house guests. Additionally, short because of the absence of our President, Janet Johnson.

In Janet’s absence, Vice President Carol Haverfield ably conducted the meeting which consisted of a discussion involving the space available in the County Barn for additional donations for our next Garage Sale in October. However, rumors to the contrary, after speaking with that hardworking member who sorts and boxes all donations, there is still SPACE available at this time. So, any individual who wishes to make a donation of no longer desired items but those in good condition, please contact either Chairman, Peggy Elliott 983-2165 or her helpers Kay Middleton, 983-2257 , Debbie Busby 512 914-9521 or Marie Hawes 983-2241. Either one of them will be available to meet you at the County Barn, the building adjacent to the Library, and arrange for disposition of your donations. And thank you for your assistance in the future; these donations of items are what make our Garage Sale so successful and create the monies needed for our various activities.

The membership was informed that our President, Janet Johnson had undergone emergency abdominal surgery on the previous week which removed her gall bladder and stopped a prevailing life-threatening intestinal infection. Sadly, Janet is spending her birthday in the hospital, but she is now been moved to a private room after spending several days in the ICU. She will remain in the hospital for another week; and hopefully, will be returning home for convalescence on or about the end of this month. As a stay in the hospital over your birthday or at any other time is not the best place to be for several weeks despite excellent care, and somewhat lonesome too, Janet will happily receive any cards or news that her friends would like to forward to her. Her home address is POB 193, POC 77982, and her daughter will be extremely pleased to forward your good wishes to her prior to her return home.

Sue Kubecka, Chairman of the Historical Book committee, had announced that she’d received an extraordinary photograph of the old red barn as located on Washington Street from a former resident. However, as this is just one of several photographs received, and many more are needed for our Book from our earlier residents and their friends, please search your old albums, boxes, and other places where a photo prior to Carla could be lurking. She will have the photos professionally copied and returned to your home, and if you’d like another copy of that photo, that can be arranged too. Please contact Sue at 361 798-0560 or pob 255 POC 77982 with any information you might have. And thanks so much in advance for your help in making this project a success.

The next meeting of the POC Service Club is scheduled for Thursday, August 7, 2014, at 10:00 a.m. in the Community Center. We welcome all interested women in this area who desire to be a part of the continuing changes throughout our community as propounded by our Club as well as other organizations. Contact Membership Chairman, Shirley Gordon at the Library, 983-4365, for more information. Hope to see all your smiling faces on the 7th!

Historical Commission Receives Distinguished Service Award

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Calhoun County Historical Commission accepted the Texas Historical Commission 2013 Distinguished Service Award from Calhoun County Judge Michael Pfeiffer. Pictured from left to right are:Jim Monroe, Sue Thomae,John Meitzen, Avril Sassman,Chair Mary Belle Meitzen,Gary Ralston, John Kassner, Photo by Philip Thomae, member.


The Calhoun County Historical Commission (CHC) is a recipient of the Distinguished Service Award for outstanding preservation work accomplished in the 2013 year of service. The Texas Historical Commission gives this award to CHCs who successfully manage preservation programs that generate interest in the history and character of Texas.

Thirty-seven commission volunteers contributed 3,247 hours serving the preserving the history of our county in the year 2013. Their latest accomplishment is the July 12, 2014 dedication of the Chihuahua Trail marker at Indianola.

“Finally Here!”

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Cesar Gael Tamayo

born July 9, 2014
7 pounds, 1 ounce, 20 1/2”

to Cesar & Briciela Tamayo

The Tamayo family resides in Port O’Connor where Cesar is stationed with the U.S. Coast Guard.

Saltwater Lodge Outdoor Report by Captain Jeff Larson

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Capt. Jeff Larson

 

June was a great month for Reds and Black Drum.  The winds were crazy. I bet the average wind speed for the month was close to 30 MPH.  Bull Reds were a given for most of the month, as any fisherman knows some days were better than others. These all came from around the Jetties and the Pass. Trout catching is turning from spotty at best to being an easier target for most fishermen. This is where the Lodge guides are so important.  Their years of experience dealing with such windy conditions pays off even on the toughest days.  This really summarizes my June.  Oh a side note to June:  How many Flounder did you catch during June??? That’s what I thought.  Flounder are showing up at the docks on a regular basis.  I caught more Texas Slams in June than I can ever remember.  Then again my memory isn’t always the best. LOL!

July is turning into the month that all bay fishermen dream about.  The 1st two days of July were anyway.  It is like a light switch, the winds are calming in the morning and steadily increasing throughout the day. This weather pattern allows for everyone to get out and enjoy our Middle Coast.  The mid bay reefs are a great place to set up for artificial or live bait this month.  Also with the winds slowing down a little the poling guides and sight fishing enthusiasts can take advantage of the windward shorelines.  July should also be a great month for Flounder Giggers!

LISTEN UP READERS! Just a friendly reminder to all wade fishermen and beach goers to shuffle your feet! There are sting rays even in the shallow waters.  We were wade fishing last week and my buddy Mike was stuck by a sting ray. It happened as soon as we entered the water for another wade. He was shuffling plus wearing  heavy wading reef boots  and the ray was still able to penetrate the heavy rubber.  I believe that the boots were beneficial in this instance because the barb did not break off into his foot. We immediately jumped back in the boat, went to the clinic and were back on the water within 2 hours.  It’s like getting thrown from a horse.  You get right back in the water.  I have to admit that I screamed when I stepped on a flounder the next day.

Here’s a question for you: How many more weeks before we can kill ducks? That’s right early Teal Season is almost back.  Opening weekend spots are usually booked in advanced so call for what’s available.  The whole season is going to fill up fast so don’t wait.

Saltwater Lodge still has plenty of weekday fishing trips and flounder gigging trips available. Call Scott Weiler for Lodge openings and organizing your Middle Coast Excursion: 361-785-DUCK (3825)

Enjoy the rest of your summer and shuffle your feet!

Captain Jeff Larson
281-217-0399

Satlwater Lodge clients Kyle Hunt and Bryan Weathers with sore arms.

Big Reds!

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Billy Rieck caught this big red on light tackle.

 

Allen Junek caught and released a 60 lb. red on 15 lb. test line at the Jetties. If you look close, you can see the sports on its tail form a happy face.

 

 

CORRECTION:
In our June issue, we reported that Joseph L. Beaver caught a near-record Red Snapper. We later learned that the 40”, 38.75 lb. fish caught on June 1, 2014 actually holds the State Record.
Congratulations, Mr. Beaver!

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