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Interesting video , I think there is more to this video then what your seeing . A lot of different factors could come into play here but who knows. Now there is no doubt proper catch and release habits are good for the fish and gives it a better chance of survival but I know from first hand knowledge that trout are a little more resilient then what you may think . A group of us have caught the same lake trout 5 years in a row and at least a couple times that fish has accidently been dropped and mishandled in the bottom of the boat and it still keeps coming back to fight another day . Now I am in no way condoning bad fish handling habits but some times a jacked up lake trout finds the bottom of the boat , it happens . But what I am saying is give the fish a chance , you just never know .

I just went through the same thing on my 7 year old house/roof . Whenever we got a good west wind ( which is weekly up here in north Dufferin county) I would loose shingles . I called a roofer in the beginning to fix them but that got a bit pricey so I decided to try , ya that didn't work out so well when I almost fell off the roof . That was the last straw so I called my insurance company and told them I had wind damage . They sent out an adjuster to look at it and next thing I know I have a roofing company calling saying they where given the go ahead to put down a new roof (shingles) . New roof put down last September and I couldn't be happier . Give your insurance company a call and see what they say . By the sounds of it you need a new roof and you will be fixing shingles every wind storm we get until its done . Not sure if you priced out new roofs yet but they are pretty pricey . The bill to the insurance company for mine was almost $20,000 !!!

Can't really offer any help on specific routes to take but I can tell you , like others is keep an eye out on the weather for Tuesday . There is a messy storm forming for that time period and as of right now it is scheduled to hit southern Ontario on Tuesday afternoon . Not sure how far you can get in a day but the center of low is suppose to be in upper New York state on Tuesday night with trailing mixed precip. going down the east coast of the U.S right into Wednesday . Things can obviously change but it is something you should definitely keep an eye on . If things change for better or worse I will try to post again in the next day if you want, good luck and have a great vacation !

That guy doesn't look to elusive Drifter , almost looks like someone's pet looking for some dinner !

I know this really has nothing to do with fishing but I couldn't resist sharing this with my fellow OFC members There looks to be a good show on tomorrow night (Thursday) on cbc at 8:00 pm called Wolverine : Ghost of the Northern Forest (Nature of Things) I seen a preview on it this evening and it looked pretty good and definitely worth an hour of my time . Thought a few of you might enjoy something like this and I know from past posts some members have actually had encounters with these elusive animals . Enjoy

That would be an awesome trip Mike ,

Sorry Dara , it's looking like a frigid ride for you guys .

Things are looking the same for this week and upcoming family day weekend when it comes to winter weather . Coldest air of the season is set to move into Ontario at the end of the week with the coldest day to be Saturday. Along with this cold plunge of arctic air there will be more then likely some moderate accumulation of snow in the Georgian Bay/Huron snow belts . Reports of -25 C to -30C are being forecasted for Saturday in central Ontario . This will I'm sure help with the ice on the lakes but might be a little to late . Be safe out there everyone .

Looks like a great day on the ice . Nice walleye !!!

Exactly this , he should know As well as what I mentioned earlier , insurance companies look at convictions (minor and major) not points .That 4 pointer is a major infraction that you don't want . Another exactly , this is what you have to do and it is so easy . You take the time to show up there the crown will always drop the ticket down to a lesser charge and yes that includes points . Now there are certain times when this won't happen and that is if you a complete idiot at roadside with the officer (cops make notes at roadside and the crown will have these notes) and i'm sure this does not pertain to you . That's why you should be very accommodating with the officer at roadside even though you want to tell him off , bite your tongue , explain yourself and take ticket to court if you get one !

I understand what some are saying in paying the ticket and moving on but I will advise you not to do that , especially with a 4 point ticket . Not sure if you are aware of how infractions work but a 4 point ticket is considered a major infraction with your insurance company and you don't want that . Any infraction under that is considered a minor infraction and that is what you want to get the ticket reduced to . Remember the point system is a ministry of transportation thing and really has nothing to do with your insurance company so any major infraction like yours and your premium will almost always go up . Also when the police say to you no points with your ticket , that's fine but it is still a minor infraction with your insurance company and that is what really counts and as long as you don't have a string of infractions on your record you should be ok . So your best bet is to fight it yourself by calling for a first appearance and talking to the crown on your appearance date . Been several times and have always had my infraction reduced. Good luck !

Awesome guys

I am starting to think about my open water adventures all ready for 2016 as well , lots planned as usual ! I have a week planned in May for our annual boys week chasing lake trout in some back lakes of central Ontario . End of June another trip planned into some back lakes for the bass opener . August and September I hopefully can get a couple more trips into the same area as my May trip chasing wild lakers and smallmouth .As well as spending lots of time at the trailer in the Parry Sound area fishing , bbqing and just relaxing . Bring it on !!!

Congratulations to you and your family

From what I'm seeing and hearing winter is not quite over yet so hold out some hope everyone . Starting next week the forecasts are showing a plunge of cold arctic air coming into the Ontario region with possible double digit minus temps. as highs later in the week and going into the family day long weekend . Along with these cold temps. the Georgian Bay snow belts will receive some significant lake effect snow . Lets see and hope for all you outfitters out there !

Nice fish , congrats on the PB

Outstanding video , that my friends is a good day on the ice !!! Noticed you guys were using red stingers , think they make a difference ? I will have to try some red ones during my open water laker hunts .

Nice report Chris , lets go wheelin !!! After the first scratch its easy

Not sure if anyone here is going out on Simcoe over the next couple days (I'm sure there is) but be aware of some high winds coming our way. With lots of open water , the ice that is there could break away and leave you stranded and in the drink . Not a good situation I'm sure !

I don't get out very often on the ice but I could just imagine bringing up a giant whitefish or lake trout and seeing it through that ice , amazing . Nice fish by the way Brian !!!

Looks like a great day on the ice

Thanks guys

Yep , cool indeed Simon. Now get back out there and get some lake trout video's

Thanks for sharing that Mike . I'm sure that would get the nerves up and blood flowing !!!

I know this is a little forward thinking ( can't wait actually ) but last summer I stumbled on to a great lake trout pattern on one of the lakes I fish and need a heavy stand up jig to fish it properly . I have looked around but can't seem to find any that are heavy enough ( 3/4 - 1 oz ) So I am in search of these jigs for this upcoming open water season and was wondering if anyone here has seen them ? Thanks