2016 Winyah Chapter “Sponsors of Conservation”

2016 Winyah Chapter “Sponsors of Conservation”

The Winyah Chapter of CCA South Carolina would like to thank the following Sponsors of Conservation:

Diamond Sponsors

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Micky Finns

Platinum Sponsors

AFTCO

Dr. Mark Stokes

Haselden Brothers Ford

Marshall’s Marine

MI Tide

Pawleys Island Outdoors

Tailwalker Marine

Gold Sponsors

Beau O’Neal

Castaway’s Bar & Grill

Georgetown Landing Marina & Georgetown Dry Stack Marina

Green Wave Contracting

Guy Harvey

Simrad

Winyah Land & Timber

Silver Sponsors

American Forest Management

Big Tuna

Carolina Custom Baits

Carolina Furniture

Chandler Animal Hospital

Chip & Melanie Daniels

Elvis Service Co.

Flooring Plus

Gareth Hunter

Georgetown Kraft Credit Union

Hemingway Wood Forest Products

Lumpkin and Postal, P.C.

Manning’s Boat Service

Marlin Quay Marina

Oxner & Stacy, P.A.

Palmetto Machinery

S&ME

Stephen W. Truluck – State Farm Insurance

Terminix

The Grimes Company, LLC

Thompson Logistics

2016 Winyah Chapter Live Auction Preview

Winyah Chapter

Live Auction Preview

Thursday June 23, 2016

Cravens Grant

6:00 p.m.

 

  1. Winyah Bay Chart Art Naut your average framed nautical chart! Professionally printed with enhanced colors and framed with reclaimed wood found in and around the marshes of the southeastern coast, these charts provide a wow factor for any coastal home. Donated by CCA South Carolina.
  2. Copper Porch Lanterns Nothing says welcome to the lowcountry like brass lanterns. This set of two electric copper lanterns will make a welcoming statement to your home and leave a warming impression on everyone that comes through your door. Donated by Nauset Lantern Company & State Vice Chairman Jay Brown.
  3. Got Shrimp Beaufort Stew for 25! Another effortless entertaining opportunity brought to you by the Winyah CCA Chapter Cooking Team! We provide all the ingredients that go into making that wonderful lowcountry delicacy for twenty five of your closest friends…including the beer. Brought to you by the soon to be famous Winyah CCA Chapter Cooking Team. Good for one year from date of banquet. Must be scheduled on a mutually agreeable date.
  4. Let’s Eat This brass redfish sculpture has been a favorite of CCA members for nearly a decade! This piece will be wonderful centerpiece in your office, home, or camp. Donated by CCA South Carolina.
  5. Beaufort Blast & Cast    Two (2) people enjoy a beautiful day on the low country waters of Beaufort, SC with Orvis Endorsed Guide Capt. Owen Plair shooting Marsh Hen and catching redfish in the same outing. The cast and blast charter is a fun filled adventure that can challenge even the most experienced shooter and angler. Poling through the vast open saltwater marshes flushing out marsh hen, shooting small gauge shot guns, with a limit of 15 per person. Then focusing on our great fishery for Redfish, Trout, Flounder, and a large assortment of other species. Not every day can you have the challenging experience of the Cast and Blast in Beaufort, SC. Light Tackle and Fly Fishing equipment will be provided. Must be scheduled on a mutually agreeable date. Donated by Capt. Owen Plair.
  6. Palmetto Tree End Table The perfect conversation piece for any room! This aluminum & glass table will provide years of use while displaying an appreciation of our coastal heritage in a style that will be quite eye catching. Donated by CCA South Carolina.
  7. Holy City Getaway Charleston, SC! Two people will enjoy a complete weekend getaway in the City that everyone wants to be at! This weekend packages come with two nights’ accommodations at Ripley Point at the Springhill Suites by Marriot overlooking the Ripley Light Yacht Club. It also features a half day of fishing with Capt. J.R. Waits of Fish Call Charters (www.fishcall.com) and a carriage tour of the city itself! Must be scheduled on a mutually agreeable date. Donated by Spring Hill Suites, J.R. Waites, and Carolina Polo & Carriage Company.
  8. Muddy Bay Joggling Board Local craftsmen Trae Coburn and John Sellers have built a special treat especially for the Winyah CCA Chapter.       This handcrafted joggling board will be a favorite for all the kids (and maybe some adults) around your neighborhood. It’s been made with customized mahogany pins. Donated by Muddy Bay Custom Calls.
  9. Fish D.O.A.   D.O.A. Lures owner Mark Nichols that is!!! Two CCA South Carolina members fish out of Stuart, Florida for a day with your host Mark Nichols for multiple inshore species using D.O.A. artificial baits. Your trip comes with two days and two nights’ accommodations at the ultra cool River Palm Fish Camp. Enjoy the Indian River Lagoon as you relax in old Florida style. Trip must be taken during the week between June and first two weeks of September of 2016. Trip must be scheduled on a mutually agreeable date. Donated by Capt. Mark Nichols and River Palm Fish Camp.
  10. Edisto Beach Getaway for Ten How about an Edisto weekend getaway for 10 of your closest friends?! Included is a three-day/two night stay at a traditional island beach house. Located in the heart of South Carolina’s ACE Basin, this area of the Palmetto State should be on everyone’s bucket list. Must be used between September 2016 and March 2017. Donated by Phil Sutton and CCA South Carolina.
  11. Mi Tide; The Next Generation For decades, those looking for functional, economical and durable boats have relied on the High Tide name.  Today, Mi Tide Boats proudly continues that wave of delivering the best product for the money. This is the newest in the line, a 12‘ two man sneak boat. Mi Tide Boats are custom built to give a satisfying experience, whether on rivers, creeks, bays, lakes or waterways.  Discover for yourself what discerning boaters have known for years.  Let Mi Tide show you the next generation of boating. Donated by Mi Tide Boat Company.
  12. Cabo San Lucas for 8 Our friends at Sporting Adventures International have done it again! Cabo San Lucas Villas for six days/six nights in a four bedroom/ four bath luxury Baja Peninsula getaway. These villas are among the finest Cabo has to offer, each with private pool and world class views of the Sea Of Cortez. Cabo is known for its world class service, gourmet food, and numerous water sports. The fishing here is some of the best in the world for sport fish and the whale watching is spectacular. These villas are situated in an ultra exclusive gated community on the Sea of Cortez and are just a short drive from shopping, restaurants, and all the Cabo night life. The best of both worlds, very close to all the action but with luxury private accommodations. Must be used from one year from the date of purchase. Must be scheduled on a mutually agreeable date. Donated by CCA South Carolina. (This item does have a reserve).
  13. Mountain Get-Away – Scaly Mountain, NC. Tired of the hustle and bustle of everyday city life. How about escaping to a more relaxing pace of life near the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains?   The Mountain Roost is located in Scaly Mountain, NC…a few miles north of Sky Valley, GA and only 7 miles south of Highlands, NC. The cabin is a short drive to Franklin, NC. Nearby attractions include hiking/walking trails (one of which is the Bartram Trail), zip-lining, waterfalls, white water rafting, shopping, golf courses, and winter-time snow-tubing and outdoor ice skating rinks. There are also many places for the avid trout fisherman to throw in a line along the winding Chattooga River. The rustic cabin sleeps 6 comfortably, with 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths, family room and kitchen. Washer & dryer included. Package includes a 3-night stay. Must be scheduled on a mutually agreeable date. Donated by Robbie & Lisa Bell.
  14. Oysters for 25 The soon to be famous Winyah CCA Cooking Team brings an oyster roast to you and 25 of your closest friends. You get to entertain while we provide the labor, one cooler of beer, oysters & fixin’s, and knives. Please schedule on a mutually agreeable date. Donated by Winyah CCA Chapter Cooking Team and Seven Seas Seafood.
  15. Mothership Kayaking Tour for 12 This is your chance to visit remote areas that not many get to see! Up to 12 guests will board the Osprey, a 30ft Aluminum Inflatable vessel, and will enjoy a relaxing cruise to the Waccamaw National Wildlife Refuge.       Upon arrival, your crew will set up heavy duty inflatable kayaks to paddle into nearly unreachable areas within the refuge for unparalleled sight-seeing and discovery. Tour departs from Wacca Wacche Marina, lasts around 4 hours and must be scheduled on a mutually agreeable date.       Donated by Blue Wave Adventures.
  16. Hand Carved Tupelo Serving Board “Made by God, crafted by Man” Hemingway, South Carolina artisan Chris Hughes embellishes each one of the one of a kind tupelo wood boards with this same message. Great for BBQ, chickens, Beaufort Stews, whole hogs, or whatever it will hold. This hand crafted piece is sure to be a conversation piece as well as a functioning piece of art.
  17. Be very very quiet! Rabbit hunt for five (5) get ready for a whole pack of fun! Five hunters will join CCA SC State board member Kyle Godley for a day of chasing rabbits with an excellent pack of beagles trained just for this purpose. A field lunch is provided as well. Hunters should bring guns, shells, license, and a healthy desire for a hunting experience unlike anything else. Must be scheduled on a mutually agreeable weekend between January 2 and March 15, 2017. Donated by Kyle Godley, John boy, and John Scheper.
  18. GPS Recreational Property Map If you own property, this one is a must have!! American Forest Management will produce a GPS property map that will include all ponds, food plots, deer stands and other unique features of interest on your land. Property boundaries will also be displayed, and the entire image can be overlaid on a 2011 & 2009 aerial true color photo or 2006 infra red photographic map. This is a one of a kind, unique informative map that will benefit any land owner. Finished product will include two (2) 22” X 34” maps and a CD Rom for your personal use. Property location must be in SC, NC, or GA. Good for one year from the date of the banquet. Donated by Winyah CCA committee member Keith Brown.
  19. Hooked up with Capt. Jay Baisch Four anglers are headed to the seafood capital of South Carolina for some hot nearshore fishing. Murrells Inlet, SC is the destination for this trip and Capt. Jay Baisch of Fishfull Thinking Guide Service will be your host for four hours of great nearshore fishing. Fuel, bait, and tackle are provided; tips and meals are not! Must be scheduled on a mutually agreeable date. Donated by Capt. Jay Baisch.
  20. Guy Harvey Package World famous Artist and marine biologist Guy Harvey needs no introduction. In support of Winyah CCA chapter, Dr. Harvey has donated a signed and numbered print along with a copy of Panama Paradise; both great representatives of his work and his dedication to conservation! Donated by Guy Harvey.
  21. Lowcountry Oyster Table If you love oysters like most South Carolinians, then you have to have a table built just for eating them! This table certainly fits the bill. Handcrafted and donated by Wes Bryan.
  22. CCA South Carolina License Plate Here is your chance to display your passion for recreational saltwater fishing all year long! CCA SC is offering you a chance to be one of the first 100 people in the state to have these brand new license plates that will benefit CCA SC’s advocacy and habitat programs. Step up and enjoy being one of the Committee of 100! Donated by CCA South Carolina.
  23. The CCA/ K2 Mystery Cooler Real Value. Real Cold. This 50qt roto-molded cooler is becoming the hottest cooler on the market! Stuffed with goodies, you have to buy it to find out what’s in it! Donated by CCA South Carolina and K2 coolers!

CCA SC’s habitat program extends string of marine reefs

CCA SC’s habitat program extends string of marine reefs

Conservation organization seeks to expand habitat today for more fish tomorrow

 

Columbia, SC – Last week, Coastal Conservation Association South Carolina (CCA SC), the Building Conservation Trust (CCA’s national habitat program), and the South Carolina Department of Natural Resources (SCDNR) placed a 52-foot long decommissioned naval troop transport off the Lowcountry coast to beginanew career as marine habitat. Settling in approximately 50 feet of water, this latest nearshore reef project represents the fourth offshore reef that CCA SC’s habitat program has organized in the last six years.
“The deployment of this reef is part of our goal to place a string of nearshore reefs along the entire coast of South Carolina,” said Topwater Action Campaign Chairman Gary Keisler. “Enhancing habitat for both fish and fishermen is at the heart of CCA SC’s Topwater Action Campaign, and we expect this program to continue to find new and exciting opportunities that expand recreational angler’s access to productive fisheries habitat.”
CCA SC is celebrating its 30th anniversary in marine conservation this year and has a hard-earned, well-deserved reputation as the premier conservation group in the state and the region. The Topwater Action Campaign has provided approximately $200,000 in equipment, material, and manpower over the last five summers to habitat efforts along the Palmetto State’s coast. The group has already acquired the material for a fifth reef and are preparing for deployment in the third or fourth quarter of 2016.

“The success that the Topwater Action Campaign has had in such a short time is truly remarkable,” said Mike Able, CCA SC state board member. “It has already gone beyond what we had dared hope to accomplish and it is positioned to do even bigger things for our marine resources.”

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Looking to next session, anglers put red drum, flounder management at top of list

Looking to next session, anglers put red drum, flounder management at top of list

Sustainable management of popular species remains focus of anglers, managers, and lawmakers
Columbia, S.C. – With the 2016 legislative session now closed, the recreational angling community, state fisheries managers, and lawmakers all worked together to address concerns for several popular recreational marine species. Yet indications are that at least two of the most sought-after species in South Carolina – red drum and flounder – will need the continued attention of all of those bodies concerning the wise management of the two species in the 2017 legislative session.
Red drum, or spot-tails as they are often referred to in South Carolina, remain the most popular species in state waters. As a long-lived fish that is particularly accessible by the angling public, red drum have been the subject of careful conservation measures for years, including a state-supported stocking program and gamefish status in South Carolina. Red drum hold a special place in the hearts of South Carolina residents, which is why anglers and managers are looking closely at both state and regional stock assessments to ensure a healthy future for the species. Should management adjustments be necessary, both the angling community and state lawmakers have shown they are willing to act.
“With the Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission (ASMFC) conducting a region-wide stock assessment of red drum, we are getting a report that complements the South Carolina Department of Natural Resources ongoing studies of the health of our stock in the Palmetto State,” said Mike Able, CCA SC’s Government Relations Committee chairman. “The initial report was alarming, but some serious questions were raised by the ASMFC and it has been sent back for additional analysis, which we anticipate will take a couple of months. That time frame will allow state fisheries managers, recreational anglers, and lawmakers take a thorough review of the data and come back with a comprehensive plan of action for the continued sustainability of this species.”
“Protecting our fisheries is of utmost importance to me,” said Representative Stephen Goldfinch concerning red drum management. “Fishing brings families and old friends together.  Fishing keeps kids off the street.  Fishing gets us back to the real world.  I’m pleased to be working with state biologists and CCA SC to preserve this great American pastime.  Without smart management of these species, our kids won’t have these same opportunities that we cherish.  It’s incumbent upon us to not let that happen.”
Flounder are a close second to red drum in popularity and concerns over its status has been a focus for CCA SC for several years. A move to adjust the size limit of flounder from 14 inches to 15 inches in state waters was introduced in the general assembly this session with CCA South Carolina’s support. The bill (S.1112) made its way through the Senate and simply ran out of time on the legislative calendar for the House to take up the bill. Again, anglers and managers are looking to take necessary action in the upcoming legislative session to have reasonable regulatory measures in place.

“Flounder are much beloved by recreational anglers and in certain areas of the state, they are the hallmark species for that area. The health of this stock will remain a focus for the state’s recreational fishing community’s conservation efforts,” said Scott Whitaker, executive director of CCA SC. “It is unfortunate that the bill ran out of time in this session, but we will continue to work with the SCDNR and dedicated lawmakers on proper flounder conservation, based on in-depth stock and fisheries studies.”

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South Carolina acts to conserve unique cobia fishery

South Carolina acts to conserve unique cobia fishery

New creel limits, catch-and-release-only season established for southern part of South Carolina

 

Columbia, S.C. – Last week, state legislators enacted conservation measures for cobia – South Carolina’s newest gamefish species – in response to the rapidly growing popularity of the fishery, which has been the subject of tremendous interest in the lowcountry. A one fish per person, three fish per boat daily creel limit, along with a catch-and-release-only season in the month of May have been established for a southern cobia management zone; essentially state waters south of Jeremy Inlet at Edisto Island.

The new regulations are proactive measures for a species that comes into nearshore waters and coastal rivers such as Port Royal Sound and the Broad River to spawn, a trait that makes the breeding population particularly vulnerable to high fishing pressure. Coastal Conservation Association South Carolina (CCA SC) and the South Carolina Department of Natural Resources (SCDNR) have both long called for additional conservation measures for cobia to protect the future of the species and the fishery.

“With the progression of meaningful management steps taken over the years, including establishing gamefish status in 2012 and passage of these new measures, state fishery managers and legislators are clearly demonstrating their commitment to place the health of the cobia stock high on its priority list, and we applaud them for that,” said Mike Able, CCA SC Government Relations Chairman. “While establishing time and area regulations is a first for fisheries management in South Carolina waters, the unique characteristics of cobia and its vulnerability in well-known, nearshore nursery areas warrants such proactive measures.”

While found worldwide in tropical, sub-tropical, and temperate waters, extensive DNA work by the SCDNR indicates that fish return to the same location in South Carolina, particularly Port Royal Sound, each year between late April and June to spawn. It has been found that Port Royal cobia and offshore cobia come from two different genetic stocks, with the offshore fish likely spawning offshore. The annual appearance of the Port Royal cobia in South Carolina presents a unique opportunity for anglers, leading to a rise in the fishery’s popularity and providing an economic boost for many coastal communities. However, drastic change appears to be on the horizon for the fishery.

In developments completely unrelated to South Carolina’s recent management actions, in April the South Atlantic Fishery Management Council announced that the cobia fishery in federal waters of the South Atlantic would be closed to harvest beginning June 20 through the remainder of the year. Coast-wide catches of cobia unexpectedly exceeded federal limits by a considerable margin in 2015, prompting the reaction by federal managers to close the season early this year. However, federal managers are not sure if the harvest numbers indicate a problem with the fishery since an assessment of cobia has not been conducted since 2011. Given the biology of cobia, few, if any, of the fish alive today were around when federal fishery managers last checked the status of the stock, creating a frustrating situation for recreational anglers.

“CCA SC will continue to advocate for reasonable management actions to support a species before deep and often drastic draconian measures are required,” said Able. “Thankfully our partners at SCDNR are committed to that conservation philosophy, too.”

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2015 Pee Dee Chapter Banquet Sponsors

A Special Thanks to the Following Sponsors of the 2015 Pee Dee Chapter Celebrating Conservation Banquet and Auction:

Bar Presented By

Micky Finn’s

Platinum Sponsors

ArborOne Farm Credit

Dr. Ben King

Dr. Brian Sang

First Citizens

Nucor

The Stokes Family

Truck Service of Florence

Gold Sponsors

DuBose Senior Insurance Marketing

Ed Smith Insurance Agency

First Reliance Bank

John Chase – Wells Fargo Advisors

Marshall’s Marine

The Yahnis Co.

Thompson Logistics, LLC

Silver Sponsors

Aiken Bridges Attorneys at Law

Allan’s Marine

BB&T

Brantley King

Chase Oil Company

Circle Fountain

Dr. Evans Holland

Dr. Kevin O’Kelly

Gavin Criser, DDS, MS

Grimsley Sound and Lighting

Hal Herbert

Heiden Dental Center

HillSouth

Hyman Paper Company

Johnny Hoover

Kip Stone

LH Stokes and Sons

Mark Lexton Collection

Michael Altman Motors

Mirage Promotions

Owens Service Center

Palmetto Heating and Cooling

Pee Dee Environmental

Pee Dee Land Trust

Pee Dee Ready Mix

Pepsi

Phillip Lowe

Professional Import Services

Quality Service Company

Richard and Hayden Harrington

The Drive-In

Tom & Mary Courtney Rogers

Tubb’s Shrimp & Fish Co.

Vulcraft

Wheel Country Tire

Wilcox Office Mart

2015 Pee Dee Chapter Live Auction Preview

 

Pee Dee Chapter Banquet

Live Auction Preview

Thursday, July 30, 2015

6:00pm

SIMT @ Florence Darlington Tech

  1. The World is Your Oyster CCA SC and oysters have a great relationship. They are the key to a healthy marine environment. Local Master Goldsmith Lex Matthews has captured the beauty of the oyster in his Oyster Shell Collection. This sterling silver oyster and pearl “Tin Cup” necklace is sure to be a welcome addition to any jewelry box. As a side note, the sale of this particular item tonight will be earmarked for CCA SC’s habitat program, The Topwater Action Campaign. Donated by Mark Lexton Collection.
  2. Broad River Bounty Two (2) anglers enjoy not only the beauty of Beaufort but also a ½ day of light tackle fishing in the Broad River. Capt. Danny Rourk makes this trip happen on a mutually agreeable date. Donated by Capt. Danny Rourk.
  3. Got Shrimp? Frogmore Stew for 20! Another effortless entertaining opportunity brought to you by the CCA Pee Dee Chapter Cooking Team! We provide all the ingredients that go into making that wonderful Lowcountry delicacy for twenty of your closest friends…including the beer. Must be scheduled on a mutually agreeable date.
  4. Tails This brass redfish sculpture has been a favorite of CCA members for nearly a decade! This piece will be wonderful centerpiece in your office, home, or camp.       Donated by CCA South Carolina.
  5. Beaufort Blast & Cast    Two (2) people enjoy a beautiful day on the low country waters of Beaufort, SC with Orvis Endorsed Guide Capt. Owen Plair shooting Marsh Hen and catching redfish in the same outing. The cast and blast charter is a fun filled adventure that can challenge even the most experienced shooter and angler. Poling through the vast open saltwater marshes flushing out marsh hen, shooting small gauge shot guns, with a limit of 15 per person. Then focusing on our great fishery for Redfish, Trout, Flounder, and a large assortment of other species. Not every day can you have the challenging experience of the Cast and Blast in Beaufort, SC. Light Tackle and Fly Fishing equipment will be provided. Must be scheduled on a mutually agreeable date. Donated by Capt. Owen Plair.
  6. Hand Carved Tupelo Serving Board “Made by God, crafted by Man” Hemingway, South Carolina artisan Chris Hughes embellishes each one of the one of a kind tupelo wood boards with this same message. Great for BBQ, chickens, Beaufort Stews, or whatever it will hold. This hand crafted piece is sure to be a conversation piece as well as a functioning piece of art.
  7. Pig Pickin’ for 60! Be the “Host with the Most” with this event! Rogers BBQ has donated a Bar-B-Que hog and all the trimmings (consists of sweet potato soufflé, slaw, dinner rolls, tea, and paper products) for 60 of your closest friends. CCA is going to throw in the beer for it as well. Must be scheduled on a mutually agreeable Thursday, Friday, or Saturday. Must provide at least a two (2) week notice. Donated by Rogers BBQ and CCA South Carolina.
  8. Mansfield Plantation Getaway for Two Experience true Southern plantation living at Mansfield Plantation. Established in 1718 on the banks of the Black River, Mansfield Plantation is widely recognized as one of the most well-preserved antebellum rice plantations in the United States. It also happens to be one of the state’s best Bed & Breakfast! One couple will enjoy a wonderful two night getaway at this meticulously restored, perfectly situated getaway destination in Georgetown County. Still in the hands of descendants of the original owners, the accommodations, the food, hospitality, and location offer an experience that is difficult to replicate. Convenient to downtown Georgetown by both land and sea, this trip will allow for a multitude of activities during your stay to include wonderful fishing! Must be scheduled on a mutually agreeable Monday –Thursday till Dec. 1, 2015. Donated by Mansfield Plantation.
  9. Blue Crab End Table The perfect conversation piece for any room! This aluminum & glass blue crab motif table will provide years of use while displaying an appreciation of our coastal heritage in a style that will be quite eye catching. Donated by CCA South Carolina.
  10. The Carl Harrington Memorial Quail Hunt for Four Gregg Jenkins, owner of Chiggergrove Quail Preserve will host four hunters on a ½ day guided quail hunt in memoriam of Pee Dee Chapter founder Carl Harrington. This “Gentlemen Sport” experience includes everything one needs to enjoy the sport! Included in the package is a 20 ga Remington 870 shotgun, 30 birds, excellent dogs, guide, bird cleaning, and lunch provided by CCA SC. Trip must be scheduled on a mutually agreeable date. Donated by Gregg Jenkins and CCA South Carolina.
  11. The Pain Killer Here is your chance to fish with the infamous crew of the infamous boat! Four people will join Hunter & Bryant Stokes onboard the 37’ Bertram, “Painkiller” for a day of offshore fishing you will not forget. There will be plenty of action, laughing, and camaraderie on this offshore adventure! Fuel, bait, and tackle are all provided; meals, beverages are not. Must be scheduled on a mutually agreeable date. Donated by Hunter Stokes.
  12. St. Thomas, USVI Vacation House for Eight The Caribbean Sea! This luxurious St. Thomas Villa is yours for six (6) days and six (6) nights! Four couples, or large family, this St. Thomas Villa is spectacular. Located right on the ocean with private beach and snorkeling right out the backdoor along with world class infinity pool, this villa comes complete with four large private suites all with large ornate bathrooms. The city of Red Hook is within ten minutes of the Villa and hosts shopping and restaurants or you can take a short ferry ride to St. John for additional island experiences. The fishing is world class for Marlin off the North Drop with great opportunities for giant fish. Must be booked on a mutually agreeable date; trip valid for one year from the date of purchase. Donated by CCA South Carolina and Sporting Adventures International. (This trip does have a reserve).
  13. South African Safari for Two The trip that is on every hunter’s bucket list! CCA South Carolina and Kuche Safaris have teamed up to help make your dream trip happen. Two hunters will enjoy five full nights in the game rich Limpopo province of South Africa. Situated close to the Limpopo River, Kuche Safaris is only a short three hours drive from Johannesburg. Family owned and operated, Kuche Safaris offers top end professionalism, quality accommodations, and a variety of both wildlife and scenery. Your trip includes board and lodging, three meals per day, laundry service, all road transportation, your professional hunter, skinner, and tracker as well as delivery to the on-site taxidermist. Your hunting experience comes with three animals (warthog, impala, and blue wildebeest) with the option to harvest many other species found in this classic safari country. Trip does not include airfare, taxidermy, pre/post safari lodging/meals, gratuities or alcoholic beverages. Must be scheduled on a mutually agreeable date. Donated by Kuche Safaris and CCA South Carolina.
  14. Mountain Get-Away – Scaly Mountain, NC. Tired of the hustle and bustle of everyday city life. How about escaping to a more relaxing pace of life near the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains?   The Mountain Roost is located in Scaly Mountain, NC…a few miles north of Sky Valley, GA and only 7 miles south of Highlands, NC. The cabin is a short drive to Franklin, NC. Nearby attractions include hiking/walking trails (one of which is the Bartram Trail), zip-lining, waterfalls, white water rafting, shopping, golf courses, and winter-time snow-tubing and outdoor ice skating rinks. There are also many places for the avid trout fisherman to throw in a line along the winding Chattooga River. The rustic cabin sleeps 6 comfortably, with 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths, family room and kitchen. Washer & dryer included. Package includes a 3-night stay. Must be scheduled on a mutually agreeable date. Donated by Lisa Bell.
  15. The Ya Ya Sisterhood Weekend; Just for the CCA Ladies! Ladies, what happens at Edisto, stays at Edisto! How about an Edisto weekend getaway for 10 of your closest friends? Included is a three day/ two night stay at a luxurious island beach house one row off the beach. Must be used between September 2015 and March 2016.       Donated by Phil Sutton and CCA South Carolina.
  16. Tailgate Specialties Oyster Table If you love oysters like most South Carolinians, then you have to have a table built just for eating them! This table certainly fits the bill. Donated by CCA South Carolina.
  17. Sailfish Chasing Ballyhoo This brilliantly colored brass over marble sculpture will brighten the décor in any room you choose to put it. Donated by CCA South Carolina.
  18. Oysters Your Way for 50!!! The soon to be famous CCA Pee Dee Chapter Cooking Team brings an oyster roast to you and 50 of your closest friends. You get to entertain while we provide the labor, one keg of beer, oysters & fixin’s, and knives. Please schedule on a mutually agreeable date. Donated by CCA Pee Dee Chapter Cooking Team.
  19. Father & Son/Daughter Deer Hunt for Two Two hunters will join Pee Dee Chapter committee member Hartwell Bryant for a classic afternoon deer hunt in the great Pee Dee River Swamp basin. Known as a high density area, your opportunity for success is high! Must be scheduled on a mutually agreeable date during the 2015 deer season. Donated by Hartwell Bryant.
  20. Winyah Bay Traditions Guide Newman Weaver hosts two (2) anglers on a 1/2 day expedition into Georgetown’s tradition rich Winyah Bay. Fuel, bait & tackle provided. Schedule on a mutually agreeable date. Donated by Kingfisher Guide Service.
  21. Hobcaw Barony Wade Fishing Serenity now! Two anglers will enjoy a wade fishing trip in fabled North Inlet located in Georgetown County. Hobcaw Barony is a 16,000 acres tract located on the Waccamaw Neck between Winyah Bay and the Atlantic Ocean and is truly one of South Carolina’s coastal treasures. This trip will be hosted by Baruch Center chairman of the board Ben Zeilger and is a fantastic opportunity. Must be scheduled on a mutually agreeable date.
  22. Fish Fry for Twenty Compliments of the CCA Pee Dee Chapter Cooking Team. You pick the game, send your wife shopping, and have 20 of your buddies over or you and your wife invite ten couples. We’ll be there to fry the fish and make the fixin’s…we’ll even bring the beer! Other beverages are up to you. Schedule on a mutually agreeable date; Donated by the CCA Pee Dee Chapter Cooking Team.
  23. The Local Boy Outfitters/ K2 Mystery Cooler Real Value. Real Cold. This 50 qrt roto-molded cooler is becoming the hottest cooler on the market! Stuffed with goodies, you have to buy it to find out what’s in it! Donated by Local Boy Outfitters of Lexington and K2 coolers!
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