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Had 2 hours this evening to unwind, so off to another Niagara backwater for smallies. Got bit off twice by something toothy, but still went 5 for 10. I was going to stay later but the skeeters were hungry and the DEET wasn't working any more.

Rockpiles, ledges and steep drops, and crayfish are the food of choice this time of year.

I started when I was 2. My kids started when they were 2. So did one of my nephews. My fave gag gift, for nephews and neices, at their weddings is a kiddie rod combo for future grand fisherkids in the making. Uncle loves taking kids fishing. Who cares if I don't wet a line. The expressions of glee, excitement and pride are a better reward than any trophy fish.

Looks like you boys had a fantastic day. Did you try your custom plugs today?

I'm hoping I won't be so busy running back and forth between hospitals by then

Hello, coming to join the exiles?

WTG Gerard, from St Kitts

I'm next door in Beamsville. For smallies Port D, upper and lower Niagara, L Gibson, the Rec canal, Welland R. All will produce.

I guess the MTO had better get back to the drawing board and redesign the elevations for the highway properly this time to avoid future wash outs.

Just remember what this could have been. Every inch of rain produces 8-10 inches of snow. Be very thankful.

Do not make the return trip through the US. Customs will play the devil with you with all your souvenirs and swag when entering the states and then re-entering Canada. Looking for lobster? Don't go to Hall's harbour. Tourist trap. If you want fresh seafood to cook for yourself go to a small port like Parker's Cove. The small seafood plants have a small store you can buy from. There you might actually see the boats bring in their catch that day. It's as rustic as a fishing village gets.

If the sand beaches are the prioity the beaches along the Northunberland strait are your best bet, but farther removed from the biggest points of interest. There are some nice beaches along the southwest shore, but weather can play the devil there. The plus is your proximity to some of the most beautiful and interesting places in the province. Best way to enjoy the province is to pick 2 home bases for you adventure and go discovering from there. Roselawn cottages in the town of Wolfeville is a nice spot to tour the Fundy shore from. There are a few cottages and motels just outside Lunenberg, name escapes me after some 10 years back, on the shore that were nice. By the way, smallmouth fish is a blast on the inland lakes.

Did you offer 'him' the $100 and a ladder? Congratulations

Made a run to Guelph to visit Anna in hospital this morning. Was there early enough to get in an hour's fishing before the visit. Only hit 2 pools but I'm happy with the results. Nothing huge but still fun. Next week I'll hit a couple of different pools.

If you can wait another month, they often do an end of season clearance of basic combos $12-30. That's usually when I pick up some kid's prizes I donate.

Great report. Definitely a day to remember.

There was also the summer of 82. Rain rolled in Friday night and stayed til Sunday evening. There has to be good and bad years. This year the rain almost always coincides with my market days at St Jakobs. Brutal again today.

Nice looking pike. Guelph can surprise you.

Oh Boy, George! We is going to have a grand old time, we are.

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Niagara river is a great fishery.

" How Swweeeet it is ", when it all comes together.

Try explaining yourself when the wife finds flourescent pink nailpolish and an old pair of stockings hidden in the tackle box. They're for fishing dear

I'll be down to see you.

Thanks for looking. I know they are popular in the States. Have not seen them @ BPS.