Reef Runner

Nicely done. I think its a coho fry as well.

Thanks for sharing,

reefrunner

yup, it is amazing how many contributors to the magazine frequent here. Kudos to all you.

Catching on new techniques is always a blast.

Glad you had some success. Well written report and beauty pics to boot.

Thanks.

Sure, Danbo has a valid statement, but it is just that. The purpose of this post was to inform us of the current events that WILL affect our waterways and, in turn, fisheries. A call to action unanswered with a moot point in my opinion.

We have the opportunity now to influence decisions that will affect our future. I do hope that this issue is considered seriously by members here and not dismissed with indifference. Opening up this legislation, without a balanced approach, can be devestating to generations to come.

How much was that BBR carping system? looks expensive, you carpers and all your special gear, lol.

At least you got out there and hooked into some fish.

Well done.

Thanks for the info.

A double-edged sword there. As you submit, the bad side is the affect this may have on our waterways, which I will not go into detail as you have done so elegantly. The good side is the opening for private investment into our crumbling infrastructure which, according to recent reports, is in dire need of a revamp. Contacting your respective MP is a great idea. Another good idea is garner the support of organizations (fishing clubs, environmental groups...if we can get along, lol) and become part of the collective process itself. I just hope that the right stakeholders are brought to the table and a balanced solution is realized.

just my 2cents,

reefrunner

"My arms are too tired to paint, hun...."

Unbelievable, well, I beleive ya..just astonished that people still get away with that cow pie. Especially on a popular lake like rice.

Glad you guys hooked into some fish.

I would think Stoty's right on that one. The only concern I would have, but am unsure about the Crappie's forage, is if they eat the spawn of any of the above-mentioned game fish.

Hey 2tone,

Those rims are dirty....meaning very cool, lol.

Nice place. Thanks for posting.

Thank you holdfast

We are truly honoured to have a brave patriot such as yourself on the board.

I went to high school with Muskie-bait! Good to see ya still on the water dude.

reefrunner

With the increase in incidental catches I've had over the past couple years, I would concour with the others and say the crappie population in the Kawartha's are increasing.

Nicely done Cliff. I can hear it echoing over the water now.....

Man I should have said Bikini models---I guess it should be a given

LOL

Hey Darren,

I stayed at Wolseley Lodges (I think thats was it ) for a 4 day trip last year. If you aren't familiar, and especially with the weather we've been having this year, I would suggest looking into getting a guide for half a day. They know the habits of eye's in there better than anyone. There's alot of water up there and I remember someone saying that a major factor in their location is determined by the season, water temps and fronts passing through.

We did not have a GPS so no coordinates to PM ya on one spot that held eyes for us. Motor up the French from the Bay and just maybe a couple kms (estimate..around Dokis) before it opens into Nippissing is a single buoy in the middle of the river. A nice hole there to drop jig and minnow. Not too many buoy that way so it should be easy to spot.

Sorry if there are alot of but as I said we did not have the appropraite gear to mark spots. Just site and memory. Hope it helps

reefrunner

To add to busharts comments on safety gear: An anchor, floating rope and lifejackets to accomodate occupants.

I would also say having two short (5foot) ropes with clips on hand for easy tie up to the dock. Clips on each end of the ropes are a good idea so you can easily change what side of the dock you want to park it at, depending on the winds, depth and so forth.

Otherwise I would add...

GPS/sonar

stereo with waterproof speakers

rod holders

downriggers

swivel seats

bikini models

Very interesting article Stoty, thanks.

Very nice pictures and that rainbow has some amazing colours.

Thanks for sharing,

reefrunner

Going over weedtops, rapala jointed...firetiger

Going deep, shad or deep diving x-rap. black and silver or perch.

I got one in clown as well. Used it on the French and Moon, not even a follow. Did some trolling with it, not a tap. Probably has seen maybe 10 hours and still looks new, hoping to get some teeth marks in there. Will have to try the shallow approach with the bait. Not a confidence bait by a long shot, looks cool though...but I would recomend sticking with the classic beleivers and suicks.

reefrunner

Studying for an exam, so my 'ski opener will be... ENVY. Dang, fish porn, all this good info, jerkbaits and big rubbers...dang. Good luck to all this 2008 opener, save me some fish and leave your tourney signs at home.

Bump

Real nice TJ. Candlelight dinner, projection tV....I think the bear wanted your number, lol.

Lookin good.

Yup, that would be da bomb.