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Ya, I was referring to the start of Alien where the egg laying thing attaches to his face when they are exploring the crashed ship. Not the chest scene later on in the movie. The scene I am thinkin of is at 0:06 in this clip:

Great! I really like Jack Lake and hope to get back there this season. Here is a nice map of the lake you can view online (or order): http://www.trakmaps.com/PrintedMapDetails.aspx?PM=a183e5f7-f0c5-4ddc-98d4-a437c74765ff I believe that Jack's Lake Lodge is on Brooks Bay. We fished in front of there quite a bit and there are some nice weed beds there where we caught bass and musky. We also landed some 26" walleye fishing around that small island at the south end of the bay. The bay south of Redmond Bay where the map says Jack Lake also had a nice weed bed. We caught boatloads of perch there as well. Looking forward to hearing how your trip went. Cheers!

Quantum was willing to make it right. However, it wasn't clear if they would pay the shipping costs TO them or not. This is pretty typical for a lot manufacturers. I don't agree with it, but that's what they do.

You sure it's not Alien? I recall that they were taking pictures when they find the crashed ship on the planet and the egg hatches and goes through his helmet.

Will be at Horwood in July this year as well. Staying at Horwood Lake Lodge, but I think only Horwoood Outpost was at the last show?? Anyway, can't wait to do some slalom through the flotilla of logs!!

I can recommend these two boat-in lodges on Lady Evelyn Lake for decent fishing, beautiful environment and decent food: Island 10 Garden Island Lodge Unfortunately, I am not sure about children's activities though beyond your standard fishing, swimming, canoes and paddleboats. No pool or sandy beach on the lodge islands though (although, there might be a beach someplace on the lake to dock a boat and swim). I also stayed at Red Pine Lodge on Ivanhoe Lake. They have an AMAZING beach and do have an American Plan available (but I did not partake in it during my stay). The lake is nice and the fishing is quite good. The motors on the boats were not the best, but ours worked fine - others had some problems. I don't know if there is a guide service, but there is usually a guide available at most places (always extra $$ of course). The only downside of this lodge is that it's also a rather large trailer park and wasn't what I would describe as a typical fishing lodge. Most of the cottages are somewhat away from the park and on the beach, but it might not feel much like a 'wilderness get away' since it's quite busy. Anyway, of all the places I have been to for a fishing trip it's the best beach I have ever seen. Air Ivanhoe also has a lodge on the lake that might be worth looking into. Not sure if they have a nice beach as well though. Good luck on your search. Book soon!! edit: I have never been, but heard decent things aboutBrennan Harbour resort

Sure hope it's not a knock off because that's what I would expect one to look like. That's the last thing I want to start worrying about. Hopefully Quantum makes things right. It sounds like they are willing to do so.

I am pretty sure there are A LOT more brands of beer in the USA than in Canada. Most of the smaller breweries make some great beer. It's not just all Bud and Schlitz.

Personally, I'd rather have something that floats once I hit the water. I don't want it to have to rely on me to pull anything because if I am in the water it's most likely due to me flying out of the boat somehow. So, for me, it would be an automatic inflatable or a standard PFD. Probably best to go try a bunch on. Now is a good time to buy at the fishing show, Bass Pro Shop (sale to 27th) or Le Baron (tax fee until 20th and they have a Mustang inflatable vest as a web special for $90). Good luck!

Nice animated GIF. Always surprises me that these "leaks" even happen at all. Regardless of faulty valves or seals you'd think they would have designed the system account for any of that happening. Being a cynic, I always believe these things are done on purpose to save money.

Do you mean narcolepsy? I am pretty sure sleep apnea has nothing to do with that, unless you're referring to this person being very tired as a result of poor sleep? Glad you were OK. I've been noticing as I have been getting older the times I nodded off at the wheel have increased. I now make a lot more frequent stops for coffee. I hope I don't ever put anyone else at risk like that person did. Don't forget your lottery tickets! Cheers.

Not sure if anyone posted this yet, but here is a PDF of the $2 off coupon from Le Barons: http://www.lebaron.ca/english/shows_2.htm I assume it's legit to use.

Yes, they sell them.

IMO if I were using line that is <8lb test I would use the 7' rod. Anything higher, the shorter rod would be my choice. Ultimately, I doubt it matters that much though. Assuming they were both medium power.

I'd highly recommend just getting a card to use for your online purchases. I have a $500 limit card that I use, so I never really worry much about using it on the net. Never had a problem before either. Having a Paypal account is handy too.

Nice! I was there for a couple of hours today and hadn't noticed anything like that going on. It was busier than I expected. I was hoping for a leisurely shopping experience since I got there at opening, but nope. Not sure what I was thinking!

Personally I like to jig and use a flasher. Set lines are somewhat boring for me. So, it's not really about being complicated, just a different method - which really isn't complicated at all. However, your approach is definitely tried and true. I just assumed the OP wanted to jig. Of course, if Bernard allows two lines, he could have the best of both worlds.

This site has some good info: http://www.fishingsimcoe.com/tackle-talk/lake-trout http://www.fishingsimcoe.com/tackle-talk/artificial-baits Any of the artificial baits mentioned in that other site should work fine. If it were me, I'd take a Williams Whitefish spoon (silver or half and half - either ice jig or regular version), a 3"-4" white tube jig (poke the jig head hole through the centre of the tube, not the front like in bass fishing - use the thinner profile tubes, not those big thick ones used for flipping) and a Meegs/Badd Boyz/Blue Fox jig [not sure what you would call this group of jigs specifically] with a 1.5" white or chartreuse micro tube threaded onto the end. Drop the jig to the bottom and just tick it off a few times, pause, repeat, raise it up a foot or so and repeat bottom ticking. Occasionally reel it up 10' and drop it down and repeat. If that doesn't work you could always raise it up 10' and perform the same actions. Can keep raising it up the entire water column. The issue with trout is that they can be anywhere from below the ice to the very bottom. That's where a flasher comes in really handy. This thread might also be useful to you: http://www.lakesimcoemessageboard.ca/forums/index.php?showtopic=445 Good luck!

edit: missed that you would be willing to drive to NW Ontario - in that case there are probably a lot of places. Lac Seul, Minnitaki, Eagle Lake, Lac Des Mille and Lake of the Woods are very popular and I am pretty sure have a lot of drive to camps [most are large lakes]. It's probably in your best interest to try some of the US fishing forums since the majority of guests at these lodges are from the US.

Woops. Ya, that didn't click in when I read it. I didn't think about the $5 admission fee as an "offer", but you're right.

The Le Baron coupon I have doesn't indicate any time restrictions for use.

Wow, that does seem like a lot. If you don't go for the seminars and other events you're definitely better off going after 5PM when it's $5. At that price, I really think they should include a bunch of free raffle tickets or something at least since not everyone goes to the events.

Nobody else noticed that Solo was there too (check at 6:12)? That guy has been everywhere!!

Good to know. They really needed to expand their plastics section [not to mention some other areas]. Especially at the Markham location. Hopefully they will get some of the grubs too.

I was thinking about heading up there myself toward the end of the month. You could call one of the outfitters on the lake to get a price quote and some other information: Lake Bernard Bait & Outfitters - 705-384-7948 Carter's Charters - 705-752-0758 All Seasons Fishing Guide - 705-386-7562