SKA Nationals

Joe and I left early Tuesday morning and headed to Biloxi, Mississippi for the SKA Nationals Fishing Tournament. We were expecting it to take us about 9 hours, but surprisingly we only had to stop once. We decided we would use the restroom, fill up with gas, and eat all in one stop and that is exactly what we did! 8 hours later we were unpacking in Biloxi.

It ended up being very windy and cold so we weren't able to enjoy the beach, but I did get a picture.

Joe and I had the best time shopping, gambling, eating, and enjoying each others company. This will be our last trip before Grier arrives!

We ate at some really delicious restaurants. While on vacation I would much rather try local dining compared to chain restaurants. Half Shell Oyster House was one of our favorites!

SKA held an awards banquet to recognize the Division winners.

"Meant2B" receiving their Division 4 Open Class award!

Saturday's weigh in..."No Mercy" won 2nd at Nationals for Open Class! "No Mercy's Team" consist of Joe's Uncle Lindsay and some of Joe's good friends. We were so excited for them! Not only did they win 2nd for Open Class, but "No Mercy" also participates in the Pros where they placed 3rd!

Our good friends Catherine and Josh were also in Biloxi. We were so excited to get to hang out with them for a few days! Catherine and Josh fish with Catherine's dad on "Reel Buzz". "Reel Buzz" won Division 4 for the small boat class and won 9th at Nationals!

Ok, some of you may be wondering how Joe's team did...well, they caught lots of fish and had a blast while fishing, however; "Meant2B" had a mechanical problem and did not make it to weigh in. I know they were all disappointed, but I guess that's a risk you take while off-shore fishing. Even with the mechincal problem, we all agreed we were just glad that everyone made it in safe-and-sound and they had good fishing!

Joe has already started talking about fishing next year and has big plans for "Moe Money" and the 2012 fishing season!