Jen

Are you useing Pickral Rigs tipped with Minnows ...

Oh my GCD, I have tried to stay out of this debate as I really don't know squat about this lure or that<> however in saying that I have spent many a day behind the counter of Fishmasters Tackle shop and I would love to comment on a few things!!! 1) Lures sell, it doesn't matter what they are if someone says they catch fish! 2) Lures sell if they are appealing to the eye 3) Lures sell because someone just doesn't have that one in their box yet 4) Lures sell because of every single one of us here who talk about them... How many more people today now will remember the name Koppers Lures?? What all of us as fisherman know is what we have learned... and I know I haven't learned enough, because I can sit beside someone all day NOT catching fish running the same Reef Runner they are... We don't only sell MINNOWS ( that by the way Do catch fish ; We spend the time learning from each and every person that comes in as well as Sharing with them the knowledge we have. Great thread everyone... it is always interesting to see all the different perspectives... This is Brand New Product on the market and this site and all the people on it are the easiest way to test market and improve what is already becoming a popular bait. cheers Jen

Chris's will power and spirit was inspiring... Your strength is uncomprehendable... My thoughts and prayers will be with your family... I hug my boys even tighter these days... May you always carry with you every smile, every laugh, and all the wonderful moments. Jen

I Hate Shopping , LOVE FISHING, so maybe you should be a little more careful with the statements... I am jealouse you get to go , specially with Irishfield... but then work comes first for me, as I look outside and see how beautiful the day is I wish you all a ton of luck... See you guys this evening! Good Luck out there Cheers, Jen

Me Fishmaster & Sonny will be there ...whats the plain afterwards ...there is a Swill in St Catherines for NFN's site anybody from here going to that ...

Yes Erie Freezes, but its usually push ice which is a chore to move over... Check out some of the ice fishing pictures from last year and you will see what I am talking about. This is the Lower Grand in the winter months http://www.ofncommunity.com/forums/index.p...ter+ice+fishing

A friend of ours in Ridgeway had a pug for 9 years, he is an avid hunter and had no concerns about letting his dog out to go to the bathroom in the morning, however beginning of summer he let it out and watched as a coyote ran by scooped it up and took it away... When hungry an animal will eat what is available.

What a beautiful Bride and you made a handsome groom as well. How heart warming to see the effort you put into that photo display... May your everyday create memories that you hold close to your hearts for a lifetime! Congrats Jen

In the early 90's I was camping with friends near Hanover and we had about 12 wild dogs show up at the camp, these animals are not afraid of people and if hungry enough they will attack. All it took to deter them was one shot from a 22, however in saying that everyone was nervous the rest of the weekend. Once reported to the local authorities we were informed that this pack of animals had already been reported as they had been attacking and killing, not for food, the area farm animals, mostly sheep. It took local hunters a week to find and dispose of these animals. It was in all the local papers as a warning to farmers and residents to not let their dogs run lose or drop pups that are unwanted on the sides of the roads. I can understand how you felt as you watched these animals... all regulations aside, being a dog owner and lover I still would have taken a shot if I felt that I had no other choice to protect myself. I have no fear of wild animals, domestic animals that have gone wild are a totally different story... Keep in mind that when hunting your safety and the safety of others should always be your first priority... Glad you managed to keep warm out there ... Cheers, Jen

Can't wait myself for good ice ....

How can I resist... I like that song, but do remember there are those of US (the female gender) out there that just don't fit the bill... However I am not sure Fishmaster would agree but ... lmao Congrats on your up and coming marriage VMAN - That sounds like the perfect honey moon.

I am not exactly thin but find that Fleece Longjohns keep me not only warm but dry, I wear them and then another layer of clothes on top them my Shimano Suit and I don't get cold. If you are finding that you just can not get warm enough try a down filled vest just under the last layer. Cheers Jen

Being a Real Estate Sales Person I know about people and them finding their dreams... You know right away when you walk into a place if it fits you... What is meant to be will be! Good Luck on your offer this weekend! Congrats on finding a place you like and I hope you enjoy every minute of falling in love with it... Sounds wonderful! cheers Jen

That is absolutely beautiful countryside... looks like you guys had an amazing trip even though you didn't get deer. Thank so much for sharing that video, it sure was amazing to watch! Cheers, Jen

The difference is we didn't think of having a sign on hand . What a great idea to have clients hold up a sign, tells a story about how happy they are with their Charter Captains services... Way to go guys, those are some nice fish... Cheers, Jen

One of the things on my list of to do's is Moose Hunting... Someday soon, but in the meantime I love seeing others with huge smiles on their faces as you pull up beside them with one of these on their trailer. Don't know these guys but boy were they ever happy. Job well done I'd say! It is atleast a moose ! LOL Cheers, Jen

That fish is peeing on your foot ...lol..nice King

Lower Grand in Dunnville has been good for Walleye ...

It has truly been an amazing summer for me... Lots of personal bests and memories made with my kids and family... I love beating my brother in fishing competitions... Right now it is duck and goose hunting season so that is the focus. My 13 year old is hunting with me this year and his enthusiasm is refreshing to say the least. Glad to see you are back and posting... Missed all your adventures. Cheers, Jen

You will know during your first hunt if you are able to shoot a deer... I shot my first last year, an 11 point buck... after letting many jump over me in awe and a little fear... Putting food on the table and accomplishing something I had been striving for made all my studying and hard work to obtain my licence well worth it. Go for it, you will find in it the same passion you find for fishing.

What a great gift ... You will remember every moment spent with him and your own moments in time when you look at it... Your fishing room is amazing, I love all the pictures ... It is beautiful... Well done Tracy!

Nope, not slide dipsy's... You have your lure then your dipsy ( the setting is 2.5 right or left) and you run those back on your line counter 240...which will put you deep if you are in 75 feet of water

It being the end of September almost, today's weather was beautiful. It would be the “Trollinators” last trip out on Erie in search of Eyes and I was invited… There was no way I could say no. Both Steve and Bill in one boat and all that experience to learn from… I just had to go. However I am not certain that Bill will be pulling this beautiful boat just yet after such a wonderful day. Steve still has a couple of charters on the go so as long as the weather holds out one never knows…It was not an opportunity to pass up. We left the dock around 9:00am and headed out of Port Maitland Piers till we reached about 70 feet of water. You could tell by the fishfinder that the fish were spread out and at all different depths. Lines were out by 9:45 , six rods in total - two riggers, three large dipsy’s and one lead core. Fish today were caught in the ranges of 72 fow , 84fow and 97fow with mixed results. Lead Core 10 /Big Dipsys 2 1/2 setting 240 back. Lots of yellow perch and white perch out there so make sure you keep checking your rods… they love to steal the worms…grrrr. Thanks again to Bill and to Steve (Fishmaster) for including me in their day… They are long days and they didn’t even mind the little sleep I had …lol. Instead they found me a big fish to reel in the moment I woke up. The fish are obviously still there if you are willing to look and the waves co operate. Colours that were hot today were orange/copper, neuclear green, yellow/gold, and black and green. I look forward to perch off the pier next! Cheers, Jen (p.s there is a sale at my favorite tackle shop at the moment... you may want to check it out)

That is a White Perch and a good sized one too ...those things are a pain in my butt on Erie the worm stealing Perch ...Great Report Lex ...we pounded fish yesterday in the tourney ...

Winds here have died right down... Looks like the tourney is a go for Tomorrow.. See you in the Morning Fishmaster