I've never had the pleasure of meeting Ronnie in person, but I feel like I've known him for a long time.

I was not aware of Alpster's generous undertakings, but was always aware of his quick wit,

his non-judgmental contributions to the forum and his unique humility.

I have to tell you, it also pleases me to see so many members who recognize and appreciate fine human traits,

that in itself is very enlightening.

Roger

Congrats Ronnie!

From all that I've read and heard about (Muddy and the rest of the gang at Cabelas today talked about this), as many have already said, there is no one more deserving! Sorry you couldn't make it to Cabelas today! Hope you feel better soon!!!!!  

Yeah, but who is the geek with the Mets shirt on?  ;D

What an inspiration!  Ronnie is a great guy on and off the water!  A big congratulations to you!

Ronnie, any man who could have put up with Muddy and Ron during the drive down to Fork last year is OK in my books.  Did you wear a gas mask?  

I had the pleasure of meeting Ronnie last year at Fork, and have spoke with him on the phone a few times since.  He's every bit of what everyone here says he is, and more.  I also have one of his custom rods, and boy what a GEM!

Congrats to you Ronnie!  My hat's off to you!

I have not YET had the chance to meet Ronnie, but have spoken to him on the phone a few times and enjoyed countless posts of his on here.

You are truly an asset to the people you touch and I cannot wait for the drive to and from Alabama in March with you.

After reading your quote, I am pretty sure you have some "honor" coming your way because you definitely have the "humility" part of it, and then some.

Congrats to you, great selection by the staff.

Wayne

Congrats man.  Ronnie is one of the guys that gave me tips when I was trying to lock down some techniques.  The man knows his stuff.

Congrats Ronnie. Nice to see another brother in Christ on this board.

I too work with the youth in my church and it is a very rewarding experience. Dedicating your life to Christ and following Him and His two greatest commands is what it's all about. Sounds like you are really living that life. God Bless.

Wow, that is an amazing story! Thanks for sharing it with us.

Sounds like my kind of guy!!!

Love of God, love of family, love of others in need (and not so much) and LOVE OF BASS FISHING!!!

A well rounded gent no doubt!!

Congratulations Ronnie!!!

bassnajr

congrats ronnie!

we've yet to meet, but march 23rd isn't too far off!

I'm really not a big fan of this whole "Elite Member" concept, BUT if you keep picking guys like Alpster, I might change my mind.

Congrats Alpster, this honor could not have gone to a more deserving member!

Mr. Ronnie Van Huss,

You are a person who exemplifies what I call, "A good man".

Congratulations.

-Kent  a.k.a. roadwarrior

8-)

Top Notch. Congrats Alpster!

Could not happen to a better person.  I look forward to the day I meet you in person.  

Thanks for being the individual that you are.  God Bless you Ronnie!

Congrats Ronnie

I've been away awhile so I was looking at the threads from the last couple of weeks and I saw this.  I have to say that you guys made a hell of a choice in Alpster.  What a guy!  Belated congratulations, Alpster!

Don't know how I missed this thread. Many congratulations sir. I honestly am not a bit surprised on the choice. I have never met you but I'm really looking forward to it on the trip in March. Thanks for all the help and sound advice you have given to me in the past year. You're one of a kind Ronnie!

Blaine

Congrats to possibly one of the 5 greatest guys on this planet. Ronnie it is truly a pleasure to know you and i cant wait to see ya again at Kentucky Lake.

He hasnt been around much, but I think it would be good for some of the newer members to read about Ronnie.

Hope to see you next year Ronnie.

This thread is permanent in the Everything section.     Top of the Page, maybe they should marry the two in the same section.

This thread is permanent in the Everything section. Top of the Page, maybe they should marry the two in the same section.

I know but.....

Matt, you know as well as I do that people pay little attention to the headlines at the top.

Just putting one of the "good guys" out there for the new members to see...