The San Diego Anglers
Are Proud to Present…
Ron Lane, Derek Charouhas, Chad Geirlich,
and Nick Piatek

Portugese Hall
Wednesday, August 12th, 2026
2818 Avenida De Portugal
San Diego, CA 92106

2818, Avenida de Portugal, Fleetridge, Point Loma, San Diego, San Diego County, California, 92106

On the corner of Shelter Island Dr. & Shafter St.
Doors open at 6:00 p.m. Meeting starts at 7:00 p.m.

Special Guest: Ron Lane, Derek Charouhas, Chad Geirlich,
and Nick Piatek

Join us for an exciting seminar on Saltwater Kayaking with local retail partners and the USA Saltwater Kayak CA Team Members.

FREE DINNER WILL BE PROVIDED
(PULLED PORK SANDWICH, COLESLAW, BAKED BEANS AND DESSERT)

YOU WON’T WANT TO MISS THIS EVENT AS WE ARE ALSO INVITING THE STATE TEAMS IN TOWN FOR THE USANGLING NATIONALS TOURNAMENT
CAPTS MEETING: 8/14 TOURNAMENT: 8/15-8/16

Derrick Charouhas: Derrick is the owner of Kayak Fishing Supplies, the kayak
anglers One-Stop-Shop for kayak fishing. This sporting goods retailer offers the
best in fishing kayaks, accessories, inshore tackle, freshwater tackle, and
apparel. Derrick is an avid kayak fishermen with vast knowledge in all things
kayaking, and can help you setup your kayak with all the latest accessories.

Ron Lane: Fastlane Sailing and Kayaking Center is family owned and
operated. Fastlane Kayaking was founded in 1979 by Ron and Debbie Lane.
With a passion for catamaran sailing, they aimed to share their love of the
ocean with those around them. Today, the store remains in its original location,
with Ron, Deb, and their children running the shop. Fastlane has evolved into
a collection of all the fun things the Lane family loves. From top-notch Hobie
fishing kayaks to Salty Crew clothing, a brand founded by Jared and Hayden,
the shop offers a variety of products that the family uses and loves.

Chad Gierlich: Owner Hookup Baits. Chad has owned boats for many years and
is the proud owner of the Hookup Baits boat today. Since he has been saltwater
and freshwater kayak fishing, he has a new perspective of how much fun it can
be to fish in a kayak.
Passion and Mission: Chad’s love for fishing and his passion for sharing the
effectiveness of the baits he has designed, drives both him and the great
success of Hookup Baits. His dedication to fishing and his innovative designs
have made a significant impact on the fishing community.

Nick Piatek: Founder and CEO of KAYAKVAULT and the creator of the
HOOKED Field App, two platforms at the forefront of innovation in kayak fishing
technology. A lifelong angler and two-time USAngling Saltwater Kayak National
Championship qualifier, Nick has combined more than 25-years of technology
leadership with a passion for the outdoors to build solutions that help anglers
fish smarter, compete with confidence, and connect with the sport they love.
Under his leadership, KAYAKVAULT has become a comprehensive platform for
planning, tracking, and improving every fishing adventure, while the HOOKED
Field App is transforming competitive kayak fishing with live scoring, offline reliability, and real-time tournament management. Beyond competition and technology, Nick is a dedicated advocate for conservation and public access to clean waterways. He has received two Congressional Recognitions for his environmental stewardship and community leadership, reflecting his commitment to protecting fisheries and growing the sport for future generations. Whether developing cutting-edge technology, competing at the highest levels of the sport, or working alongside clubs, tournament organizations, and industry partners, Nick’s mission is to help grow the kayak fishing community and leave it stronger than he found it.