crappieperchhunter

Congrats It sure is nice to receive those little perks. And it's equally nice to hear that someone actually appreciates it. The company I work for has changed owners 4 times in my 25 years so one never know what the "New Guys" are going to roll out. This year after 25 years of never getting a Christmas bonus the "New Guys" handed out $500 to everyone. I was grinning from ear to ear...especially since I had just put 4 new tires on my car just the day before. Others where doing the "It's about time we finally got something" rant. I was left shaking my head. Some people no matter what are just ungrateful whiners. Nice to hear you got a little perk and appreciate it. Now go out and get some NEW TOYS!!!

I personally think the soundest advise that anyone can give about saving $$$$ on mortgages is start out with a 15 year ammortization instead of the standard 25. If you find things a little tight you can always change the ammortization latter to give you move freedom. But my experience is you always scrounge up enough money to pay the mortgage...you may not have a few toys that others have....but you can sure treat yourself down the road when you are mortgage free after 15 years instead of 25.

I agree 100% with JohnF. It's not the institution just the particuliar idiots you maybe dealing with. That goes for any business not just banking. Sniff around and get as informed as you can...for most of us it is the single biggest purchase you will ever make. Kyle I sent you a PM. Just let me know if Debbe can answer any questions for you, and good luck with everything.

Over the years I have tried a few homemade "walls" to block wind. A friend has an old style blind...that they don't make anymore...which is sturdy enough...but not portable because once you set it up it is a PITA to take down and move.I would imagine any blind to fall into that same catagory. My experience has been that if you do any amount of ice fishing at all and like to be mobile you will eventually end up with a flip style hut. More money but well worth it. But if you are a penny pincher like me you will try to do it on the "cheap" first. Then when you eventually get a flip style hut you will realize the money and frustration you could have saved yourself if you had just spend that few extra dollars in the beginning. We all gotta go at our own pace and learn what works best for ourselves. Good luck with whatever you decide.

You know me to well Beansie....Over 12 inchers ALWAYS go back. But I didn't actually get any brutes yesterday...so it was a no brainer.

Walked on the ice at Airport Rd and had a line in the water by 8AM. Stayed until 2PM and culled through about 60 perch to get 13 keepers between 10-11.5 inches. All on jigging raps and bugs.A solid 4-5 inches of black ice with an extra inch or so of white ice on top of that. Just a skiff of snow on top...perfect for walking. A group of 4 was the only company I had out there. I chatted with them on the way in. They appeared to be having the same luck I had. Sure was good to be on the hardwater again...and fresh fish for supper tomorrow night. Play safe if you get out.

My brother swears by his electric. Myself I just enjoy getting out the wooden handled rapala and doing it manually. Get home, get organised, pour a coffee or a coffee and bailey's and sit down and relax and clean fish. But that's just me. Prefer a standard car to an automatic as well. Any my house will NEVER have a dishwasher...cept for the wife or myself. Keep it simple.

There is a reason they are way cheaper then the clams or traps ! Enjoy your new toy. I wouldn't trade my Fish trap pro for any other 1 man hut. But the most important thing is getting out. Good luck on the hardwater!!!

These are good boots for the buck if you can wear them. I find they are too narrow around the top...uncomfortably tight on my calves. The pair I bought just sits in the basement collecting dust. Just a heads up for anyone looking at grabbing a pair.

Sinker I got your back on this one. I never ice fished Scugog back in the days before it was open Jan 1st. However a Co-worker of mine, the one who got me into ice fishing in the first place...says he had more then a few winters where he was icing walleyes on the BOG well before December 1st. And if he said he did, it's the truth...simple as that.

Thx for the funny Irish... Terry you lookin for a job at a Cathouse??? I hope you mean as a grounds keeper or something. I don't think you're up to what the women are there for. Could be wrong....to each his own.

CLEAN A FLOATER SUIT ????? Did I accidentally click onto the Chataleine website??? LOL. If I cleaned mine it would probably fall apart. Besides, I like the way it stands up all by itself in the corner of the basement. Like a soldier...waiting for battle!!!

Beautiful !!!! January 1st on the BOG is one of my favourite openers. Can't wait!!! Our own Beansie's Baked walleye with Basmati Rice and a greek salad that evening for supper with a bottle or two of wine...followed by a coffee and baileys. Now that's a perfect day. Thx for the pictures....now you got me going!!!

All I gotta say is good luck. Losing weight...dead easy for me. Ten years ago I lost 50LBS in 4-5 months. At the start of this year I lost 97LBS in 3 months. Like I said losing weight is dead easy. However the only problem I have is that gaining it ALL BACK... plus some more...seems to be what I am truly gifted at doing. This time around I have TYPE 2 Diabetes to thank for my motivation, and I'm sure the weight will stay off.Fear is a hellishly powerful motivator. Again good luck. It's the best gift you can give yourself and everyone who cares about you.

CT opens in 32 minutes...I think I"ll grab whatever they have. I'm sure I can wrangle a few people on EBAY to pay me $50.

Can't tell from the photos....does it have heated seats...or more importantly...CUP HOLDERS !!!

Cliff..I don't need the rod. But for that price...throw the rod in the garbage and use the reel. When you say south Oshawa...you mean the CT by the Shwa Center?

I have some roe in the fridge...just waiting for "good" conditions to sneak out. Meanwhile I keep seeing THESE REPORTS !!!! Beautiful photos. Good on you for getting out

I have owned both the box style and the flip. No comparison. The flip style is way more user friendly/versatile. More money...absolutely, but in MHO this is definately one of those areas where you "gets what you paid for." I currently have a Fish Trap Pro... again in MHO...the best one man portable hut made. I know there 2 and even 3 person models are quality made as well. There are lots of choices out there...but whatever model/make you go with I would go with a flip for sure. You will not be disappointed.

I saw that lamp at Crappy Tire in Fenelon Falls in the spring and really liked it. My wife got it for me for my birthday. It is now my nightlight in the bedroom at the cottage. It fits in real nice.

My wife used to visit her grandparents in Annapolis Valley every summer when she was a kid...and hasn't been out east for over 30 years. We have always said we will go...someday. Well 2008 is the year we are going to finally make a journey out east. One thing we both want to do while we are there is some whale watching. Can anybody out in OFC land give me some kinda idea what might be the best time/month to hit the peak whale season...if there is a peak season. Any help would be appreciated. We are planning 2 weeks out there...so if anyone has any other tourist "must see/do" recommendations we would be grateful for them as well. I would like to toss some fishing gear in the car as well. What can I expect? Stream trout,bass whatever. Any kind of general help would be appreciated. I just gotta wet a line while I am out east. Thx to all for any help you can offer. Regards, Steve

Art As far as I am concerned, you can keep the warm weather until about mid march. BRING ON THE ICE !!!

Jeez Meely. Next time I'm at the "Manor" I'll have a coffee rather then a bottle of water. Sounds like I've been missing out.

Sounds like a "Merry Christmas" at Lew's house....but here is a little tip a very wise person taught me years ago. Always,always... no matter the gift... pretend you want the model one version cheaper then I one you really want. Chat it up, go on and on and on and on and on and on and on AND ON...you getting the picture... about how much you would like the cheaper one....it does ALMOST EVERYTHING I need it to do. Then casually mention that the next higher model would really be the cats pajama's but it's just a little more money so it's a little too much for now but....sighhhh...sighhhh...sighhhh...maybe someday. If you have a good relationship you will get the better one because she will enjoy making you happy and will be so pleased with herself. If not do what I do. Exchange the cheap one she got you for the one you really wanted after Christmas!!!

I grew up in a house where cheap cuts of meat and canned veggies along with instant coffee where the norm. My wife's family....much much different. More expensive cuts of meat...no veggies from a can and real coffee. I have more or less shifted over to my wife's families ways as far food and drink are concerned. But when I visit my folks I still love my mom's cooking and when I smell the instant coffee in the morning it reminds me of how I grew up and I enjoyed it all.....then Debbe and I drive over to Timmies and get a coffee!!!! It's all good....enjoy what you have.