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Go, both for the MRI and treatment. Dan

How hot do you have the smoker for fish? thanks Dan

Thanks guys, The kids are too old for the family discount. I know what you mean Lew, we bring our lunch with us to these type of shows. I think we're gonna hit a couple fishing stores instead. Dan

We were planning to go to the Sportsman Show next week as a family (four of us), but $80 is too much ($68 for admission and another $12 for parking), can anyone point me toward some coupons or other discounts? thanks Dan

If you go to Algonquin keep in mind that motor boats are not permitted on most Algonquin lakes, the exceptions are here. Just the same there are lots of good lakes around the park. Dan

Braid and dipseys seem to be the ticket. Check out Spoonpullers also. Dan

Great report, loved the part how you had to get flown in by helicopter when the fixed wing couldn't make it. That helicopter your flew in is here in the hanger for its 5000 hour/12 year inspection. Dan

Make sure you used the correct plugs Check the plug leads aren't mixed and are secure Check the distributer lead is secure. Dan

Last spring we stayed on Pen Lake went to Welcome, Harry, Rence, and Clydegale Lakes and also paddled up the South Madawaska River. The first portage into the Welcome/Harry/Rence chain is just over 2 km but worth the effort. We didn't do too well on the lakes but had great luck in rapids, fast runs over beaver dams and creek mouths on the lakes. I was fly fishing and my daughter was using small spinners, the brookies were very aggressive. I can dig up some GPS positions if you are interested. Still trying to make our minds up on where to go this spring. Dan

Started using it 5 or 6 years ago, never had a problem. Line twist is more a function of tackle and reel than the line itself. Dan

Wow Bigugli that sure looks good, 60% wheat? I work in Beamsville so I'm sure if I just step outside I can sniff my way to your oven, I have some smoked char that will go nicely with that. Dan

Sorry, I was wrong.

My condolences Lew, it has been a tough time for you and your family the last while - my thoughts are with you. Dan

I'm thinking Rick might be in charge of the Christmas theme but given his health issues we may have to give him a break. Dan

I can log on but then my spyware and virus detector give me warnings. Might be best to stay away until things are sorted out. Dan

Thanks for the advice, I prefer: shoot shovel shutup I'd rather that the meanies were afraid of me. Dan

I hope all goes well with your son. Sick kids is a great place, in fact we just got back 10 minutes ago from my daughters appointment there, they are very helpful and have programs and people to help find you housing. We tried the Ronald McDonald house but had zero success there, I know other parents who had better luck though. In the end Sick Kids provided us a room right at the hospital during surgery and while she was in ICU and we were allowed to stay right in our daughter's room while she recovered. Don't forget about your wife after the birth, it will take a lot out of her; plus the extra stress of a new baby that is not well. Be sure you both get enough rest and let the doctors and nurses do their jobs, you will be less than zero help if you are tired and strung out. Dan

I am so sorry for your loss, words can't say or mean enough. My only advice is to keep the good memories close and, as John said so well, think of what Chris would want for you. Dan

My heart goes out to you, deepest condolences. Dan

I hope all goes well for you Rick. I live close by so if there is anything you need or want let me know. I plough snow in commercial areas on a crew so if you need snow ploughed PM me your address and I will make arrangments. Dan

Very doubtful they would attack but you can legally shoot them if they threaten you or your livestock. Wild dogs or even domestic dogs left to run will harass and harm wildlife and livestock, owners are responsible for their animals and the animal’s actions. If you see them around call the township they will get the animal control officer (dog catcher) involved, much less hassle for you. However if you do need to shoot, remember the three S rule: Shoot, Shovel, Shut-up. Dan

Well composed, thanks for taking the time to write this and share. Dan

They work quite well and technically they are more precise than a line counter, just not as convenient. Dan

Thanks for sharing Drew, great read as always. Dan

Your reel may have drag in the form of that little copper coloured star under the handle you may be able to carefully reform it, keeping in mind it may have hardened over time. Many fly reels don't have drag; just a clicker and you can also supply the drag to the spool or line with your hand. Servicing should be easy as there are not too many moving parts, if you are comfortable do it yourself; get an old white sheet, good light source and decent tools. Use your newly found camera skills and take pictures of every step of disassembly, lay out the parts in order of removal. Carefully wipe off any old grease and replace with a small amount of grease - remember if you can see the grease it isn't doing anything other than collecting dirt. If the line is in good shape and has no cracks it should be fine, you may need to unspool it and put it in a tub of warm water to get the curl out of it. While you unspool it take notice if there is any taper to the line - fly lines come in many different configurations. If the line diameter doesn't change over the length of the line it is a level line which is more challenging to learn to cast with. HIH Dan