Big Cliff

A very big warm welcome! That's what OFC is all about. Anytime you want to bring those boys up to Sturgeon Lake...... Have dock, lots of fsh, and the patients of a rock.

Beans I have a nice large net here that you can have if you want it. My kids gave me a nice rubber one when I retired and I never use the other one.

TB, I'll be happy to have a look at it for you, as long as I can get the parts, shouldn't be a problem. ec, bring it over anytime, if I'm not home, just leave it on the front porch with your phone number. LB, I'll be in Oakville on the 28th, if you want to PM me your address , I'd love to have it. I could pick it up then if that works for you. MF, haven't done one yet but no reason why I can't. Cliff, sorry, anything bigger than a lawn tractor is out, for now anyway LOL. Karem, thanks, I'll be watching for your PM. Jeff, that's wonderful! Thank you very much! What dates are you coming? you know you are welcome to use the guest room if it is available.

Well, as many of you know I started my apprentice ship as a small engine mechanic not so long ago and I am loving it! Now I have decided to start a new business to help offset the cost of tools and supplies etc.. Some good tax write offs too. By the end of today, Cliff's Small Engine Repairs will be operational but here is the deal. NO LABOUR CHARGES FOR ANY OFNr, if you have chain saws, weed eaters, lawn mowers, snow blowers....... anything small with a gas engine and can get it to me I will repair it (if it can be repaired) for the cost of the parts. If you have any of the above that are beyond reasonable repair and would like to donate them to me for spare parts, that would be most appreciated also. (By the way, thanks Beans for your donation) As you can probably guess this isn't really a "Money making business" it's a hobby and it's not full time (I already have a full time job/hobby as a small engine mechanic). I am only available on weekends and evenings so calling ahead is a good idea! 705-328-0750 If you are looking for deals on used equipment, let me know, I have started building a bit of inventory and will be adding more stuff as I get it, everything will be overhauled and ready to go and guarenteed. I might even have a line on a couple of new Briggs & Stratton outboards. I'll know better on Monday. Mods. if this post causes any problems or is considered spam please remove it immediatly. Thanks Big Cliff

Good thread, and some good responses! I am a meat hunter/fisherman so I don't target trophies, the bigger fish go back so they can spawn again. If I am hunting and have a choice of shots I am very selective, I won't take a doe that has young fawns with her because it reduces the likelyhood that they will survive. My choice if I have it one is a young buck, but I will take a young doe if she appears not to have young fawns with her. I think it is important to remember that only the very dedicated and most skilled (or very lucky) people ever do get a "trophy" deer or moose.

So you are smart and always have your PFD on or at least close by so you can put it on if you think you need it but how many of you have your whistle or flash light attached? Because I often fish in the evening and alone, I always wear my PFD and I have my whistle attached but I think I'll attach my flash light too. Might even try to track down one of those small strobe lights. This is a good story with a happy ending but it sure could have been different. This was copied from the 680 news site. Teens back on land after boat capsized Wednesday, August 15, 2007 - 04:05 PM By: 680News staff Toronto - Two teens are back on land after their boat capsized on Lake Ontario last night near the island airport. "When you have two people that are learning how to sail and one falls overboard, which we know happened, it's quite possible the other person just lost control of the sail...it's quite windy out there and the boat capsized," a police sergeant told CTV News. A nearby boater spotted one of the boys in the water and brought him back to shore. But the second teen was in the water for about 40 minutes while rescuers tried to find him in the dark. They were successful because they heard the sound of his whistle. He is now being treated for minor hypothermia.

It is always sad no matter what the age of the person is! Our condolences and prayers to the family and friends.

You could try this one. I have never stayed there but the owners seem really nice and they always seem busy. If you do book there, (or anywhere on Sturgeon Lake) let me know and I'll try to help you out with some places to try fishing. Lunge Haven on Sturgeon lake

I wish I could find the words to express how sad I am by this news, I guess God needed a very special angel. My thoughts and prayers to the family and friends.

Sorry to hear you guys didn't do better but that is why it's called fishing. Sturgeon can get quite rough and very quickly but you can laways find places to get out of the wind. That's why I suggested the Long Beach area on the West shore. Next time you are up this way, let me know and I'll try to hook up with you and if nothing else let you know what's been happening and where.

LOL, no Roy, I didn't paint the door yet, thats why it is burgendy! Actually that is a project for some weekend this summer, paint it white. Camp Chef: This Sturgeon Lake is in the Lindsay, Fenelon Falls, Bobcaygon area. Actually, you can access all three without going through any locks. Gnoddy: If I'm not too late with this, if you stop by, I'll lend you my GPS for the day, I have several spots marked on it that should put you in to some water that will produce. Bassboy: next time you are up here, give me a shout, I have all the marine charts on the computer and would be happy to sit down and go over them. If you have a GPS we could even upload some spots for you. ec: we just have to hook up at some point, we've probably seen each other on the water a few times and didn't even realize it. Any of you fishing Sturgeon Lake, keep my home and cell phone numbers handy. If you have any problems while out on the water don't be shy to give me a call.

Boy, there are so many variables, it would really help if I knew more about what equipment you have....GPS, depth finder, charts????? Launching in Lindsay in the river is OK, but it is a long slow trip down the river to the lake, reduced speed on the upper portion of the river, 10 km/hr. Sunday winds are out of the West at 15 km. I would consider launching at the Moorings Marina on Snug Harbour Rd. That puts you close to where you will want to be fishing. Take Hwy 36 North from Lindsay watch for Snug Harbour Rd. on your left. Just follow Snug Harbour Rd (about 2.5 km) to the marina. Fishing is starting to pick up since the carp die off seems to have run it's course. I think it's $10.00 or $15.00 for in/out and parking for the day. Where to fish..... wellas suggested earlier the South East shore from the marina towards Kennedy Bay would be a good place to start but I would also consider Ball Point and down the Long Beach (West) shore. There are some well established weed beds along that area with some deeper water just off those weeds. I'd like to be able to help you more but until I know more..... If you have any problems or want to give me a call, home is 705-328-0750 or if I am on the water, cell # 705-879-1765. I live 4 doors from the marina, look for a grey boat house with a burgendy door.

It always makes me proud when I see an OFC'r getting good press for anything (fishing related is a bonus). I've yet to meet Jamie but I sure am looking forward to it! Good on you young man!

WOW, that's not going "fishing", that's going "catching"!

Nice!!!!!! Brandon, if you want to send me your contact information; I have some friends living in North Van that would be about your age. One of them has been there for a couple of years now and his brother just moved out there about a month ago. Both are nice young men, enjoy the outdoors, and the one brother is an excellent photographer. I'd be happy to pass along your phone number and have them give you a call if you would like. you can PM me with the info if you want. Good luck with the new job and your adventure.

Isn't it nice to know it really can be used for something good LOL.

The reason I asked is that if you wanted to stop in here on your way, I'd be happy to help you with your motor, I have everything right here including the carb and choke cleaner however I suspect that if you make sure you have fresh gas in it and take it out for a good run you will find that it will work fine. If you want to drop by here, give me a call 705-328-0750.

Cod liver oil!

WD40 Main ingredients, from the material safety data sheet, are: 50%: Stoddard solvent (mineral spirits, also commonly known as dry cleaning solvent) 25%: Liquefied petroleum gas (presumably as a propellant, carbon dioxide is used now to reduce considerable flammability) 15+%: Mineral oil (light lubricating oil) 10-%: Inert ingredients The German version of the mandatory EU safety sheet lists the following safety relevant ingredients: 60-80%: Heavy Naphtha (petroleum product), hydrogen treated 1-5%: Carbon dioxide It further lists flammability and effects to the human skin when repeatedly exposed to WD-40 as risks when using WD-40. Nitrile gloves and safety glasses should be used. Water is unsuitable for extinguishing burning WD-40. There is a popular urban legend that the main ingredient in WD-40 is fish oil. Although it is unknown whether the formula contains fish oil, material safety data sheets for the product show that the main ingredient is Stoddard solvent, not fish oil.[2] WD-40 is, however, used by some sea fishermen as an added scent when fishing with bait. If you want a natural, inexpensive fish attractant, try cod liver oil.

Very well done!

Where is the cottage? Any chance you might be going through or around Lindsay?

Maureen, with your penchant for helping others, your willingness to give, and your faith in people, # 17 doesn't surprise me at all!

Lindsay has some beautiful spots that would suit your needs. 401 East to 115/35, North to 35, then North on 35. When you get to Lindsay 35 becomes Lindsay St. keep going North. You will see a small park on your right where you can park and put your boat in. Work your way down the river, there is plenty to catch. Any questions or problems, give me a call. 705-328-0750. Enjoy!

LOL, some interesting responses! The key to getting good results is to not take too much time to answer the questions, respond to them from instinct rather than trying to think them out. You'll get much more accurate results that way. You can do several levels to improve your results in case you missed it. The more levels you do, the more accurate your results will be. If you do all the levels, then look at about the top 10 results and narrow it down from there. Joey, I did an indepth research on you and your atributes. Beauty Queen was at the top of the list. I concur!!!!!!!!!!

Nice read to start my day off LOL. (sorry about the missadventures though). Sounds like you have a good sense of humor! One trick we use to use for chanel catfish was to tie the liver in a piece of pantyhose like a big roe sack, that would keep it on the hook and hold it together. We would then freeze them and only take as many fishing with us as we needed. Easy to handle, they thaw out in seconds after they hit the water, a lit nicer to work with. Keep your spirits up and the posts coming!