Testimonials
Peter,I'm writing to say many things. I have booked a group of 8 with Peter Anticich for the same week in July next year and will forward a 10% deposit in a couple of weeks. Now, why? Where will I start.
Peter, Bryan, Brett, Jack and Bruce were just the best bunch of guys. Nothing was too difficult for them. They were so accommodating. We couldn't believe the quality of the food that Bryan kept coming from such difficult conditions. But I need to say we didn't go for the food, but without a shadow of a doubt it topped off what was a terrific 4 days of fishing (we got blown-out on Monday - that happens so we enjoyed the peace and quiet of the beaches and environs of our base).
The boat crew made the trip for us. Spending 10 hours with these guys was a pleasure. Brett was an outstanding skipper. I mentioned to you that I'm a member of game fishing club and I have had interactions with many skippers. Brett's manner and skills clearly indicate that he's from the top shelf; don't lose him. Jack never stopped working. He kept a very clean deck and nothing phased him. He ensured everyone was looked after in a timely, cheerful and skilful manner - what a great guy! It is a pity he won't be the decky next year. Now the only thing you can say about Bruce is "Mister Cool". Great support for both Brett and Jack and such a nice guy. When Brett and Bruce got on to their tag team jokes after one of our fantastic meals you could tell they have a special bond.
Peter was the MC of the operation looking after our bits and bobs as well as driving us to Carnarvon and most of the way home without any sense of things being too much for him.
There were 8 very happy, gloating and well-fed fishers on the journey home on Saturday, with more than our quota of fish.
The 4 in my group were involved in a small competition (competing for the daily prize of the Caudal Peduncle Cup culminating in the overall prize being the Pelagic Obsession Cup - named after the boat of course) so we kept a reasonably accurate tally of our catch. In 4 days fishing we caught 130 fish, made up of 32 different species totally over 360kg. The other 4 would have had similar numbers. A portion of the catch was returned - either too small, too big or non-eaters. Fishing doesn't get much better than that!
Attached are some photos for your interest - Jack download all/some/most of my photos on to his laptop.
Robert McFarlane
Brett, Jack and Brian,
On behalf of the 10 guys that went on the fishing trip in early May 2008, I would like to thank you all for a fantastic trip that you all help to make it happen.
Staying at the Carnarvon Beach Resort is an ideal location at Pelican Point, which is about 5 kls out of the town but on the other side of the Fascine, close to the beach and the channel to get to the islands which are quite a distance offshore but after a good few hours fishing, the trip home is about a four tinnie trip which is also enjoyable, weather permitting.
The boat Obsession 1 was great to fish off and very stable in all condition with some fantastic fish caught such as a 6.5 kilo Coral Trout, plenty of big Pinkies, Spanish Mackerel, Rankin Cod and plenty of other species.
Our skipper Brett did a great job along with our decky Jack, we all caught our bag limit and we were all happy to help with the filleting of the days catch, after which we could just relax with a cold beer or two and watch the sunset.
Brian was our cook or I should say our chef, the food was absolutely fantastic and was much anticipated, every night he would come up with dinner while sitting under the stars. Next morning Brian was up early getting us all breakfast and packing a nice lunch to enjoy on the boat that day.
We have all been on many fishing trips but this was the best as all we need was ourselves, not having to worry about towing a boat up north, buying and cooking all the food, cleaning up the mess and arguing about who's turn it was to cook or clean up was just great. I would highly recommend this trip to any keen fisherman or if you are a first timer all the better as everything is provided and the rods and reels are all in good nick, and I cannot rave enough about the food, which there was plenty of.
Once again our thanks to you guys for making it a very memorable trip and we all agreed to come back next year.
Best regards
Kim, Peter, Glen, Todd, Mick, Dave, Nels, Russ, Phil and Rob.