Looking Back and Ahead

Its the time of year I like to reflect on what has occurred, the goals I have met, and my goals for the future.  In retrospect, 2012 was a stellar year with many of my goals being accomplished.  This has made me excited for what 2013 has in store.

In 2012, some of my proud accomplishments include:

• Catching my first Citation Redfish
• Placing in the TKAA tournament
• Placing in two other tournaments
• Having input on the design and release of a kayak (The Hurricane Skimmer)
• Traveling and learning new fishing spots
• Fishing at least once a month with nothing but a fly rod
• Catching personal best Cobia, Spadefish, Largemouth Bass, and Redfish from a kayak.
• Catching a personal best Rainbow trout from a kayak
• Catching the largest number of different species in a 12 month period
• Besting my Kayak Wars placing
• Our team making the top 10 in total length for the North East in 2012

In 2013 my goals include:

• Fishing both Atlantic IFA division events
• Having two top finishes in Kayak Tournaments
• Catching a Citation Largemouth Bass, Crappie, and Perch
• Finishing in the top 3 (division or slam) at the 2013 TKAA tournament
• Finishing in the top 10 for individual kayak wars points in the North East
• Helping our Kayak Wars team finish in the top 5 of any category
• Catching more species in a 12 month period in 2013
• Catching a VA slot redfish, speck, and flounder slam on the fly
• Participate in one pure kayak event/race
• And finally, post at least twenty four posts to the blog in 2013

I realize that I have some fairly lofty goals, but without something to strive for, I dont feel like I can improve as a kayak angler.

2013 is looking to shape up to be my best year yet, and I look forward to sharing my experiences with everyone who looks at my blog.

Good luck, and bring on the warmer weather!