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Stick’em Steve Decals Steve Denault is the owner and creative talent behind Stick’Em Steve Decals. They are based in New Jersey but can offer their services to support anyone, anywhere in the USA who needs custom cut decals. Steve offers custom cut decals of up to 12” x 24” although he can sometimes work with larger pieces on request. Their work covers a wide range of designs that includes custom memorial decals as well as a selection of carp and other fish species. Prices vary depending on the complexity of the design and quantities needed but just contact Steve for more information at stickemstevesdecals@gmail.com And be sure to stop by and see Steve’s amazing carp decals and designs at his booth at the NECC.

NECC Speaker Profile Dean Brookes Spring Awakenings - My Approach for Big Carp Like many UK born anglers Dean Brookes grew up fishing for a wide range of species but always found himself drawn to specimen fish. In 1990 he made the move to carp fishing, targeting mostly estate lakes in the North West of England. Over the next several years he fished many waters, including the historic 'Farmwood' which was acquired by the Carp Society and had original Leany strain fish with many over 60 years old. One of his greatest achievements was to catch a carp from Farmwood. At over 65 acres it held only 25 carp and out of 100 members that year Dean was one of only 12 who caught a fish! As a busy soccer coach & family man Dean tends to focus on fishing 8-12 hour overnight sessions, usually about once per week, in the spring and fall. In just the last 4 years he’s caught around a 100 carp over the 30lb mark with more than a dozen of these being over the magical 40lb barrier. A remarkable achievement in the USA. Dean’s presentation will explain how he targets these large pre-spawn carp in the spring with a focus on location, watercraft, baiting approaches, rigs and tackle together with a general overview of his own personal experiences. Dean is a Fox International Consultant as well as an editor for Big Carp News and the North American Carp Angler

Today we are introducing Trilogy Baits in our vendor profile. Trilogy Carp Baits was born from one man’s passion and the dreams of 2 young anglers to share together the awesome sport of carp fishing. Trilogy baits have been developed for anglers who strive to catch bigger and better carp every time they go out. These specially designed baits have been proven for well over a decade by a select few with outstanding results. The baits have been developed through an alternative method, using only high quality, human grade ingredients that create a long lasting bait without the need for refrigeration. Whether you use them in day or longer sessions or even in a tournament setting Trilogy baits have been created ‘for anglers by anglers’ so you can be sure of getting the best results. For more details visit: www.trilogycarpbaits.com

NECC Lodging options: Passport Inn & Suites 2* Address: 1310 S Main St, Middletown, CT 06457 Phone:(860) 346-7701 http://www.passportinnsuites.us/ Wesley Inn & Suites 2* Address: 988 Washington St, Middletown, CT 06457 Phone:(860) 346-9251 https://reservation.magnusonhotels.com/bbe/page1.aspx?pcode=M20115 Red Roof inn 3* Address: 65 Columbus Blvd, New Britain, CT 06051 Phone: (860) 348-1463 https://www.redroof.com/property/New-Britain/CT/06051/-/RRI857/

With just a month to go we'll now be posting regular updates on what will be happening at the NECC. Lookout for news about our Speakers, Vendors, Door & Raffle Prize Draw, Floor Layout, Guest Video links (think a very big name or even two!) and much, much more! There are folk coming from all over the east coast and even as far away as Michigan, Indiana, South Carolina and even Canada! So if you haven’t got your tickets yet we’d suggest you get them ASAP. Advance Ticket Purchase link: http://bit.ly/2017NECC And don’t forget Advance Purchase not only saves you money but also includes 10 free raffle tickets!

Frank Warwick has kindly donated a signed copy of his book "Every Bit of Blue" with one of his incredible bespoke drawings. A very, very lucky raffle winner will be going home with this specially illustrated book from the NECC!

More sponsors added... generous donations from Fox & RecordBaits!

Over $5000 in Door & Raffle Prizes from our generous sponsors!

A huge prize donated by our friends at Sonik - A complete tackle set up worth over $950! 3 x SK3 12' 3.25 rods with cork handles! A set of matching Tournos 8000 FS Reels! A set of SKS Alarms with Receiver & Bivvy light And an SKS Black Pod to complete the set up!

Just a few of the prizes... Nash Groundhog Brolly System - worth $500! Over $250 in Frank Warwick's new baits from SpottedFin A deluxe hook sharpening kit from PinPoint-Hooks A limited edition copy of the Carpscene Years by Rod Hutchinson $400 in vouchers for 2 People from Canadian Carpin holidays 3 x $100 tackle vouchers from Big Carp Tackle More to follow!

Also - Under 16's will be admitted free when accompanied by a ticket bearing adult.

North East Carp Conference 2017 When: Saturday April 8th 2017 10am – 6pm Where: Elks Club, Middletown CT This will be the first of its kind anywhere in North America! Organized in association with the Carp Anglers Group we are anticipating that this will be a sell-out event attracting carp anglers from all over New England, NY, NJ, PA and perhaps even further afield. In addition to Guest Speakers & Carp Tackle Vendors there will be a TAG Sale where you can buy, swap or sell carp tackle (space is limited so if you want to sell items please book early!). This will be a great opportunity to meet fellow carp anglers as well as learn more about the tackle and techniques for catching these incredible sport fish. Each Conference attendee who pays in advance will also receive 10 free raffle tickets to use toward the door prizes! We'll be updating details on speakers, prizes and much more over the coming weeks. TAG Sale – Bring along your carp gear to sell or swap! · Rig, Bait & Beginner Clinics · Tackle & Bait Vendors · Expert Panel Q&A – We are planning a live video link with one of the UKs top carp anglers! · Guest Speakers – talks from top level carp anglers. · Door Prizes / Raffle – Hundreds of $$$ worth of top tackle prizes. · Food & Beverages on sale during day T Tickets in Advance: $15 entry ($5 CAG members) TAG Sale Space* $10 ($5 CAG members) Advanced Purchase of CAG membership with Door Entry Only: $25 * * * Advance Ticket Purchasers will also receive 10 free raffle tickets to use toward the door prizes! * * * Advance Ticket Purchase link: http://bit.ly/2017NECC On the Day: $20 ($15 CAG member). How to get there: The Elks Lodge, 44 Maynard St, Middletown, CT 06457 is easily reached just 5 mins from J13 on Route 9. Route 9 connects directly with several major interstates I-91, I-90, I-95 or I-84 placing the venue only 2 hours from Boston, NYC or Albany and within 4 hours of Philadelphia. * Please note TAG spaces are reserved for private (non commercial) individuals. If you are interested in becoming an NECC vendor please contact: Iain Sorrell c: 860-729-0555 or e: anglingsolutions@gmail.com

I’m delighted to announce that the BOD has approved Vince Shiflet's application to the position of State Chair in Ohio. He was the State Chair of Ohio in 2010 for a few years until Craig Welsh took over the position. Since Craig has stepped down Vince has agreed to once again take up the position. Vince is looking to continue the monthly fish-ins that run from April to October. He will also welcome members new and old to the yearly social gathering in February where plans are laid for the fish-Ins, raffles are held and everyone can learn and improve their techniques. Thanks again to Vince for stepping forward and our thanks also to Craig for his past efforts and continued membership of CAG.

I am delighted to announce that Barry Howard is our new Membership Director. Barry is already in charge of running the CAG store and his taking on this additional responsibility is very much appreciated.

CAG Member Renewals Update. It appears that recent changes with PayPal have resulted in some members not seeing a 'Renew' button in membership section. If you are are having an issue in renewing your membership please send Willem a PM and he will get it fixed.

RidgeMonkey products now available on-line at Big Carp Tackle http://www.bigcarptackle.com/catalogsearch/result/?q=Ridgemonkey

RidgeMonkey Toaster & Grill units have arrived in the USA! Cook almost everything including breakfasts, steaks, omelettes, toaster melts, pizza. The durable & lightweight alloy body has a double sided non-stick cooking surface. Food can be flipped to cook each side and when closed its like an oven so food will stay hot even on cold, windy days. Bankside cooking has never been easier! Available in XL $36.99 or Standard size for $25.99 CAG members can get free shipping in the lower 48 on orders placed before June 30th PM me to place an order.

As a teenager I used to build all my own rods. Then it was a matter of available funds but I still have three carp / pike, an Avon float / ledger and a couple of fly rods from way back then. I even take them out and give them a fish from time to time! Good luck with the custom rods.

The first batch has sold out but I have more coming... please get your order in ASAP. Here is a list of the Chapters... the big water stories, baits, rigs and so on all apply to fishing here in North America.

I have a few copies of Frank Warwick's debut book "Every Bit of Blue" available. A classic book with great stories, in depth discussion on tackle, baits and approaches to waters - which is very relevant to our fishing here in North America. $45 each plus $4.95 S&H in the lower 48 Payment via PayPal to anglingsolutions@gmail.com Please PM me ASAP if you are interested. Frank talking about his debut book

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Thanks for the feedback and something that we've looked at very carefully. The cost of printing extra pages plus the added weight for mailing costs limits the number of adverts. The on-line version gives us much more flexibility to add pages at a nominal cost and with greater visibility for advertisers.

Got mine in CT... From experience it can take a while for bulk mail to be delivered.