There was an addition to the Loch Raven boating permit contracts for 2017. The addition was added to the forms that were provided to return permit holders, during registration. I am posting this information because many people who signed their contracts did not take the time to fully read the document as they were moving through the crowded lines at registration. Many assumed that the contract was the same as it has been for many years. That assumption was incorrect. Below is an image of my contract for 2017. I appreciate that Kevin provided a copy to me upon the request I made 2 days ago. I was unaware of the change and requested the copy for confirmation.
Item 15, states that no vessels are allowed above Papermill Rd Bridge. This restriction is new to the contract. Kevin, at the fishing center, conveyed to me that this has always been the rule, but was not in previous contracts. I am posting this information so that no one makes a mistake that will lead them to have their permit revoked.

Registrations are complete and the first annual national championship for electric bass anglers is up and running. Seven clubs from 4 states have been invited, and are competing, in the 2017 inaugural season. Baltimore Metro Reservoir Anglers is the Host club, and is providing the National Tournament Director services. Elco Motor Yachts, the founding sponsor, is providing the championship 1st place prize of an ELCO EP-20 electric outboard, valued at over $4800.
Results from several events have already been submitted. This championship represents a significant first step forward in growing the stage on which electric bass anglers compete. This, and future, National Championships will provide new and exciting opportunities for electric bass anglers.
Participating clubs are:
Baltimore Metro Reservoir Anglers, Inc., Maryland
High Voltage Bass Anglers, Georgia
Dixie Jon Boat Anglers, Georgia
Jon Boat Bass Club of NC, North Carolina
Jon Boat Championship Club, North Carolina
Electric Elite Invitationals, Ohio
KSU LaDo! Bass Series, Ohio
Good luck to all competitors.
Thanks go out to our sponsor Elco Motor Yachts!
http://www.elcomotoryachts.com/
For Championship Standings:
https://www.facebook.com/EEBANC/

2017 looks like a significant growth year for our club. Annual meeting results, and additional membership commitments are all positive. Lower membership fees, pay-as-you-go tournament fees, National Championship participation, and a host of other positive changes have allowed us to grow our membership this year. At present, we are predicting between 24% and 40% growth in our membership in 2017. Final numbers won't be known for some time, but the news is all very positive! Our members can look forward to bigger tournament fields, higher purses, and more competition in 2017.
Thanks to the board for their efforts and to all of those who attended the meeting, and participated in our club raffle.