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Guess you'll be checking back in late June.

And don't forget about this classic: Canadian waterbodies contaminated with dihydrogen monoxide Scientists find silent, invisible killer "vitually everywhere” in lakes, rivers, atmosphereIn a disturbing new report released today, scientists have found extraordinarily high levels of dihydrogen monoxide (DHMO) in waterbodies across Canada. Colourless, odourless and tasteless, DHMO is used in many industrial processes as a solvent and coolant, and as a fire retardant and suppressant. The threat from this chemical is very real, scientists say. Dihydrogen monoxide is a factor in the deaths of hundreds of Canadians every year, and uncounted thousands of global fatalities. Most deaths due to DHMO are caused by its accidental inhalation. However, DHMO is also essential in producing nuclear power, and a common ingredient in pesticides. Even after washing, measurable levels of DHMO remain in almost all produce. But the danger does not end there. Also known as hydrogen hydroxide or hydroxic acid, DHMO also: contributes to both the "greenhouse effect" and severe weather events causes irreversible erosion to natural shorelines may cause severe burns in solid form, prolonged exposure causes severe tissue damage accelerates corrosion in many metals may cause electrical failures decreases effectiveness of automobile brakes Bizarrely, and despite the obvious risks, DHMO is also sometimes used as a supplement by elite athletes, especially in endurance sports. Symptoms of DHMO ingestion can include excessive sweating and urination, along with nausea, vomiting and body electrolyte imbalance. And for people who have become dependent on DHMO, withdrawal from the substance means certain death. The pernicious, yet terrifyingly common dihydrogen monoxide molecule. “We’re shocked, just shocked—I mean, seriously frigging shocked—to find this silent, invisible killer is so prevalent in Canadian waters,” said Samson McGoldrick, interim director of the Federation for Ontario Outdoor Living (FOOL), the group behind this shocking report, entitled What A Terrible Environmental Risk. “Our research suggests DHMO has also permeated the atmosphere, and contaminated ground water. But it’s really a global crisis—previous studies have even found DHMO in Antarctic ice,” McGoldrick opined, with a note of hysteria entering his voice. Exactly five years ago today, MP Andrew Scheer of Regina-Qu'Appelle (who is now Speaker of the House of Commons) attempted to gather support for a bill to ban DHMO from all federal government buildings. "It's shocking," Scheer said at the time, "that this substance is found in a dizzying variety of toxic compounds. The dangers have been known for many, many years.... Even so it continues to be used daily... even in homes, swimming pools, schools, daycares and hospitals." Public health advocates believe more waterbodies should post warnings about DHMO levels. Scheer’s efforts to control—or even raise awareness of—DHMO in Canadian waters failed. Despite a clear danger to public health, federal, provincial and local governments have all refused to ban the production, distribution or use of deadly dihydrogen monoxide, citing its “importance to the economic health of the nation.” According to FOOL’s What A Terrible Environmental Risk (WATER) report, this is yet another example of a powerful, shadowy, international dihydrogen monoxide lobby running roughshod over the needs of everyday Canadians. So what can anglers and hunters do to raise awareness and combat this horrifying issue? “To me, the clear and obvious course of action is to buy or, hopefully, renew your subscription to Outdoor Canada magazine,” said FOOL’s McGoldrick. "With a lively mix of how-to articles, buyer's guides, profiles, travelogues, in-depth reportage, expert analysis and occasional gag stories, it's been entertaining and informing readers since 1972. What more could a Canadian hook-and-bullet enthusiast want?"

I usually drive by the bottom end of Kempenfelt 6-8 times a week. I'll post updates as things progress. Nothing really open there yet, just clear ice.

Bad combo: G getting bigger and the fish getting smaller. I hope to get out for some crappie in another week or two.

Depends on the season, don't know those circumstances with this case.

My son is now six and itchin' to go fishin' all the time. I didn't have much hope of fish today but figure a few hours in the canoe would at least keep him occupied and give him a chance to wet a line. We went up Willow Creek to Little Lake. The main lake is still frozen but we did see the usual early spring activity: Geese, ducks, beavers and muskrats. No sign of any fish in the creek yet, but it was nice to be floating again. Many of the geese preferred to be on the ice rather than in the water: Thought I saw a member driving through Midhurst in a Rav4 just before 1pm on our way home.

That's quite the mudline.

http://www.moef.dk/fishfingers/

A couple of close ups:

Wild Catch marathon on Friday starting at 10am on the Cottage channel. So if you're not wettin' a line or out getting the boat ready or the yard or the other 2 dozen things on The List there'll be something to watch.

That is neat Lew, and I understand the bitter/sweet part, although that last photo looks photoshopped to me.

Ducks Unlimited and the announcement about the return of Pygmy Canadian Geese. The photo of it next to a slightly smaller song bird was a nice touch.

My son told me he had a photo of a wooly mammoth and in the next breath he said: "This isn't a April fools joke." Thank goodness he's only 6.

Talk on the radio this morning was the inventor passed away, but given the day who knows.

A few of us have made the trek there. GTG June 2008

Saw 2 groups of them today just north of Barrie.

Mines done the same thing since the last major board change. Never used to be a problem.

He wouldn't take any money for the ones I liked, just said I owed him a fishing trip next time he visits. My dad had a few just like these and I recognize the Diamond Jim (3rd one down on the left) and the 2 flatfish on top but I'm not sure of the names of the others and they don't have any markings so chime in with ideas if you have them.

Any ideas on those big blade baits in Ontario? Or will I need to ship from the states?

And this: It's metal but 3 dimensional. Other spoons were made from what looks like mother of pearl.

The boxes in some cases are worth more then the lures themselves.

My buddy just bought a few hundred old lures and brought them over for me to look at. I took a few photos of the ones I liked, or remembered from my dad's tackle box. He might be selling some of them so if this is your thing let me know and I'll post some others or put you in touch with him. Sorry about the photos going missing, It should be fixed now.

Just when I thought there wasn't anything left for me to buy.

I have more confidence in the cicadas for eyes but do use the sonars. Bass eat anything. Little tough to see but it's there Haven't tried anything else, although these large versions that you mention intrigue me.

x2. Please.