TEAM DYER NEWSLETTER
I Thessalonians 5: 16-18

January-February, 2008

Message from Clay
This year promises to be exciting and challenging. Not only has my biography, "The View from Down Here is Just Fine," been published, but I will again fish the FLW Tour and FLW Series East trail as well as continuing to travel around the country speaking to various groups. While this promises to be a very busy year, I will continue to strive to live a life worthy of the opportunities that have been given to me and to make those who have supported me proud of what I accomplish. Remember, if I can; you can

November and December Recap
The C.A.S.T. for Kids event at Cape Harbor, Florida, was November’s highlight. Children with disabilities from the Children’s Hospital of Southwest Florida spent the day fishing in the Gulf of Mexico with local boat captains and professional anglers. As National Spokesperson for C.A.S.T. for Kids, Clay was present and fished with the kids. On November 11th and 12th, Clay spoke at the Hernando Baptist Church in Hernando, Mississippi, and on December 16th Clay spoke at the First Baptist Church in Saucier. After relaxing at home with family and friends through the holidays, Clay was ready to start the new year.

Outlook for January and February
Clay’s first speaking engagement for 2008 will be at the East Ascension High School in Gonzales, Louisiana. Following the FLW Series tournament on Lake Okeechobee in Florida, Clay will immediately travel to Bismarck, North Dakota for two speaking engagements there including one at New Song Church. Clay was also interviewed for a story to appear in the Anniston Star Newspaper in preparation for a speech at a wild beast feast at Hillcrest Baptist Church in Anniston, Alabama on February 7th. Clay will be in Glendale, Arizona, the site of Super Bowl XLII, from January 31 through February 2, assisting the C.A.S.T. for Kids Foundation in promoting fishing and other outdoor recreation at the Outdoor Recreation Village in Westgate City Center. Clay will also be available to autograph copies of his new biography, The View from Down Here is Just Fine, which was written by BassFan’s Scot Laney. Clay is an avid football fan, so he will also make time to watch the Super Bowl. After returning home, Clay’s next engagement will be a wild game dinner for the Ebenezer Baptist Church in Florence, South Carolina on February 9th. Stopping only long enough to catch his breath, Clay will make a brief appearance on Friday February 22nd at the Bassmaster Classic before participating in the FLW Tour tournament on Lake Toho in Kissimmee, Florida.

A copy of Clay’s biography, The View from Down Here is Just Fine, may be ordered by Clicking Here.

If you have a question for Clay, please email it to qnawithclay@smgoutdoors.com, and we will make sure it is submitted to Clay. Needless to say, he will not be able to answer every question. He will, however, attempt to answer three or four representative questions each month

Clay’s Inspiration for January and February
It is truly amazing how simple things can inspire you beyond explanation. This was the case this month as I spent time with a gentleman with Downs Syndrome. We fished together at the C.A.S.T. for Kids Foundation event in Glendale, Arizona. We were fishing for trout and I noticed how happy and content this fellow was simply watching the trout swim around. I could not help but think to myself, I am a full time professional angler on the top pro tour in the world. As frustrating as it can be when I am trying to figure out how to catch those monster bass, I have to stop and think about a special person such as this young man who is so happy and thrilled just to watch a fish just swim around whether he catches it or not! It truly makes me realize how blessed and fortunate I am to be able to do what I do for a career. I know just how fast our lives can change, and it truly makes me be that more thankful and determined not take things for granted.

Clay’s Challenges for January and February
I want to thank all of you for all your prayers and thoughts. Please pray that my health and strength will continue to be strong as I continue my busy schedule for 2008.

Thank you and God. Bless you all.

Team Dyer
Team Dyer continues to grow at a rapid rate and we appreciate your support and encouragement. for those of you who do not know, TeamDyer now has its own website. You can visit the TeamDyer site at www.teamdyer.com. For those of you who are interested, TeamDyer merchandise will be coming soon. This merchandise will include Clay’s book, photographs and clothing.

Clay’s Blog
Please help us support Clay’s sponsors who are instrumental in helping Clay "live his dream" and to follow Clay as he continues the 2008 tournament trail by visiting Clay’s website and the websites of his sponsors and checking out his blog that is updated weekly. Clay will also be contributing to SMG’s "On tour notes and blog." You can follow Clay’s thoughts and progress every day of each tournament this year by checking on this link.

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 I would like to recognize the following sponsors who have been supportive and who have made it possible for me to "live my dream."

CLAY’S PRINCIPAL SPONSOR


CLAY’S PRIMARY SPONSORS
         

                              

CLAY’S SECONDARY SPONSORS
Ranger Boats
Minn Kota
Pflueger Rods & Reels
Daiichi and X-Point Hooks
Plano Tacklelogic Tackle Systems
All Star Graphite Rods