It's official

[Low_Budget_Hooker]

I recieved a call last night from Jim Owens, the president and creator of CAST for Kids. Jim will be flying to RI in a few weeks to meet me and talk over some details concerning me coming on board with the CAST team.

The country gets split into 2 regions right now. Jim does the west 1/2 and Art Pasley does the East 1/2.

Well, due to the increasing interest in CAST and a bulging event schedule, Jim has asked me to come on board as the Eastern Region Coordinator. For now, I will be looking at the event schedule and taking some of the eastern events off of Arts plate.

I don't plan on leaving UPS but when we bid for job positions in April, I will be looking to change. I will no longer be a driver, I will probably go back inside and work as a trainer for the new kids coming into the bulding to work the night shifts. This will free up more time during the day for me to concentrate on CAST. I will be working from 4a-11a most likely, If I get the bid I want (goes by seniority) So there will also be additional time for extra fishing. I will be taking a pay cut but money ain't everything. Quality of life and the desire to be a larger part of the CAST family, are the driving forces here.

So, I just wanted to share the news with you guys, I'm very excited and honored to have been asked. Together, we'ren gonna make CAST a common, household name in the fishing industry.

please visit www.castforkids.org

[Alpster]

I will be taking a pay cut but money ain't everything.  Quality of life and the desire to be a larger part of the CAST family, are the driving forces here.

So, I just wanted to share the news with you guys, I'm very excited and honored to have been asked.  Together, we'ren gonna make CAST a common, household name in the fishing industry.

please visit  www.castforkids.org

LBH,

You go man! Congratulations on the new deal. You are right sir, money should be way down on all our list of what's important. Looking forward to hearing about your success. Keep on keepin on!  

Ronnie

[Hawg_Hunter]

Congrats Russ!!!!

Darrin

[Grey Wolf]

Way to go  LBH !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[roadwarrior]

Congratulations, Russ.

You da MAN!

[RODBENDER]

that's really cool Russ ....

You are to be commended ..this is super deal you are doing ...

[Keithscatch]

That is good news. I am sure CAST will be a better organization because you are in it. I know that God has truly blessed you and has trusted you to be a part of so many kiddos. Keep up the good work.

[Matt Fly]

Congrats on all your efforts.    It takes some one special to dedicate free time to others.   Specially for the kids.

Matt.

[flechero]

Sounds like an incredibly rewarding opportunity!!

If you love what you do, you will make "enough" money.  

[Glenn]

That's very exciting Russ.  I've known Jim for over a decade, and have been a part of his organization now for 6.  Words cannot describe how rewarding it is to see the faces on those kids and parents just light up at an event.  It's an experience you just have to experience.  With you on board, many more will have that opportunity!

Thanks!

[nboucher]

Fantastic, Russ. CAST is a very smart organization to grab you and tap into your creativity and energy.

[Troutfisher]

LBH,

You go man! Congratulations on the new deal. You are right sir, money should be way down on all our list of what's important. Looking forward to hearing about your success. Keep on keepin on!  

Ronnie

You are already a role member to me and several other people on the board, but now you are even more of one.  Great job!

Troutfisher91

[SPEEDBEAD.]

Very impressive. You will be rewarded in life for giving so much of yourself. I know muddy man has inquired about an event in PA and once again, if you need any assistance I would be more than happy to help out any way I can.

[Vyron]

I wish you all the best in your new career. Congrats.

[Chris]

Good deal Russ

[BadKarma42]

CONGRATS

[paparock]

I am sure you will receive as much from them as they will from you. Best wishes for your great success! I hope your scheduling works out, as I know working with kids is such a rewarding effort.

[papa p]

Right man, right place, right time!  Congratulation!!

[fishingrulz]

congrats Russ...your a good man best of luck to you in the future.

[Guest avid]

You bring energy, creatively, and a generous spirit to any organization you are affiliated with.  They are lucky to have you on board.

I can't wait to see how CAST for kids, grows with you on the board.

Best of luck in all your endeavors.

Your friend.

Avid.

[sodaksker]

Congratulations!!  Your enthusiasm and positive attitude are contagious.  They are lucky to have you as are the members of this forum.

[Bassassasin12]

whadda guy! Go for it Russ

[basser89]

With the creative ideas you come up with here and your dedication to CAST, I can't think of a more qualified individual for the job! Congrats LBH and good luck on getting the position you want with UPS!!!

[5bass]

Thats awesome Russ.....I seriously doubt they could have found a better person for that position.I see big things happening for those kids in the near future.Congrats man.

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[Nick_Barr]

CONGRATS LBH!!! I have known Jim for 2 years and he has certainly picked the right guy. I participated in my first CAST event this past year and it is AWESOME!!!!!!! if you have not done it before, I recommend you to go and volunteer your time.