lurem Posted April 19, 2016 Report Share Posted April 19, 2016 I know this is a little far out but they are having another concert at the sandbar this year. It is on Memorial Day weekend so for those that are doing stay-cations it may be something you want to try. Just putting it out there for those that like that area or want to come down and check it out. They have there own Facebook page so you can check it out for the particulars. If you don't see something ask away, several on here are familiar with that area. https://www.facebook.com/SandBarConcertpChannel/info?tab=page_info Dale Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hurricane Posted April 19, 2016 Report Share Posted April 19, 2016 We went last year it was fun. Work and weather pending I will be going this year. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gambler1 Posted April 24, 2016 Report Share Posted April 24, 2016 I will be in Denver, will have to miss this one Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Skiffin16 Posted May 4, 2016 Report Share Posted May 4, 2016 Might cruise over and check out Mr. Toad's Wild Ride... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hurricane Posted May 4, 2016 Report Share Posted May 4, 2016 Be good if you could make it, I hope weather and work let me. It was fun last year pretty calm actually, until we decided to leave. Apparently 35 mph in the channel with the family on the boat isn't fast enough for A holes in a go fast boat. They passed me on the right side going in between someones dock pilings at like 60. I was kinda pissed, but I will be more aware this year. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lurem Posted May 24, 2016 Author Report Share Posted May 24, 2016 The concert is this weekend. Anybody else going? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
harbday Posted May 25, 2016 Report Share Posted May 25, 2016 I've been strongly considering it. Honestly just debating if I want to deal with the zoo at the gandy boat ramp that morning. If I wanted to put the boat in ahead of time I'd be docked on the Hillsborough Bay side. If the weather turns, I'd be in for a loooooong ride home around MacDill. How early do you need to get to the bar to get a decent spot to anchor up? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hurricane Posted May 25, 2016 Report Share Posted May 25, 2016 Don't remember the exact time I got there last year, but the band was playing. Maybe it was about 11. The bar was pretty full but still spots to be had. I went all the way to far end, it was behind the stage. It was fine we walked over and watch a bit then went back to the boat for drinks and lunch. All and all it was a good time. I hear ya on the Gandy ramp, it will be a mad house. Good for me, after doing 20 years in the Air Force they still let me use the boat ramp. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
linesider 159 Posted May 26, 2016 Report Share Posted May 26, 2016 11 hours ago, harbday said: I've been strongly considering it. Honestly just debating if I want to deal with the zoo at the gandy boat ramp that morning. If I wanted to put the boat in ahead of time I'd be docked on the Hillsborough Bay side. If the weather turns, I'd be in for a loooooong ride home around MacDill. How early do you need to get to the bar to get a decent spot to anchor up? If you are coming from clearwater side, i have a semi-private ramp i use right near the bayside bridge. Shoot me a message and ill tell you where it is, 5$ fee to launch there, no idiots or crowds. Takes about 20 minutes to get to south end of weedon, 13 minutes at 65 mph Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Capt. Troy Posted May 26, 2016 Report Share Posted May 26, 2016 I assume your talking about the ramp at Allan Creek. I can tell you this the ramp at Anclote Park will be a no go unless you are there at Daylight. It has been closed from being full the last 3 weekends. Last Sunday they had 3 PCSO units on scene to control the crowd. As far as getting to Weedon you better do what ever your going to do early. I am running a trip tomorrow and I will not go near the water until next Tuesday. With this good weather over a Holiday weekend I suspect the crazies will go pro this weekend. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DonV Posted May 26, 2016 Report Share Posted May 26, 2016 Yes Sir Capt. you are so right!!! This is one of the weekends where the armature drunks come out on the water in full force and make it miserable for most everyone! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lurem Posted May 29, 2016 Author Report Share Posted May 29, 2016 Loading up the boat to head out. Meeting up with Hurricane and heading over around 11. If you see us out there pull up and say hello! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Capt. Troy Posted May 29, 2016 Report Share Posted May 29, 2016 Have fun and be careful. They got an early start to the weekend. Two boats collided outside a Coast Guard station in Florida, killing one person and injuring two others, authorities said. The accident occurred Friday night near the Coast Guard station in St. Petersburg. The identities of the victims were withheld pending notification of next of kin. "Our deepest sympathies are with the family and loved ones of the boater killed in this tragic collision," said Capt. Gregory Case with the Coast Guard in St. Petersburg. "We wish the injured a full and speedy recovery." One of the injured was in critical condition, while the second one suffered minor injuries. Two others aboard one of the boats were not injured, authorities said. It's unclear how many people were aboard each boat. The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission is investigating. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
harbday Posted May 29, 2016 Report Share Posted May 29, 2016 I'll be headed over today. Decided to make the run around as I'll have another boat with me. What do your boats look like? im in a grey 1806 with a poling platform and console step Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lurem Posted May 29, 2016 Author Report Share Posted May 29, 2016 I have a logjt blue redfisher with a flag flying from the poling platform. We are on the inside of the sandbar between the mangroves about 3/4 of the way down. Hurricane is on the way in a maverick 18 teal green. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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