Big Cliff

The light in the switch works independent of the switch function itself but you are probably right, no power to the back of the boat or, check to see if there is an inline fuse (often located near the pump itself).

Were you thinking of coming up to Lindsay to do some fishing in the near future? If so, drop by and I'll fix it for you for the cost of the parts.

Well Moe, I'm not sure an old dogs tricks are a good thing to teach a young chick. I'll have to give that one some thought LOL.

Kevin, if you are going to invest in a GPS, go with a Garmin. I have been using them for years and have no complaints. On the odd occasion that I have needed service, they were very prompt and helpful.

You'll learn really quickly that you'll get out of it what you put into it with interest! We're a family!

I just wanted to thank Tom and Greg both of which took some time to give me some pointers on producing walleye in the Kawarthas. Now, I've been fishing since I was old enough to hold a rod (a lot of years) and when I lived up in French River, I could get walleye almost any time of the year and under almost any conditions but when I moved to the Kawarthas 5 years ago I brought my old tactics with me. Now don't get me wrong, I have probably caught more than my fair share of walleye in the last 5 years but only when the conditions were right for my style of fishing. I knew I was missing something after seeing reports from Greg and Tom and their results and I was having limited success. Both of them have very kindly given me some excellent information and advice and tonight I decided to try putting some of it into practice. I'm pleased to say I put a couple of nice walleye into the boat. None of them were 6lb fish but they were nice size fish anyway. Guess it just goes to prove "you can teach an old dog new tricks". Thanks guys!

Thanks Greg! Much appreciated. Guess this old dog has some new tricks to learn!

HH where are you? If you aren't happy then it's time to move on, just make sure you have somewhere to go before you walk away. Good Luck!

Good for you. Some people dream for ever, some make their dreams come true.

Funny how rewarding fishing can be even when you aren't successful!

Thanks Tom all help is much appreciated! You have a PM. Big Cliff

Well, I have to admit, I'm impressed! We fished hard Saturday and Sunday morning, weed edges, in the weeds, transitions, shallows, deeper water and several points in between. We tried jigs of many colors and sizes as well as several other types of presentations and even live bait. We landed a total of 3 walleye and didn't see many others caught by any other boats that happened to be in the places we tried. Guess I am going to re think the way I fish walleye in the Kawarthas.

The rest of you might as well just hang up your fishing rods because Team 6 is going to win this thing.

Brandy actually belongs to our friends Dave and Teresa Moe, we were just taking care of her for the weekend because they were going to a wedding. Joey; I've told you before. Anytime!!!!!!!!

Jeff and Augusta were the winners of last years auction for the weekend at Sue and Big Cliff's and this was the weekend that was decided on. They arrived Friday afternoon, they didn’t have any trouble finding the place as they have fished up here in the Kawarthas before. Besides, Augusta was doing the driving and Jeff was navigating and we all know a man doesn’t have to stop and ask directions! LOL The wind had been blowing hard all day out of the NW and there were white caps on the lake, a cold front was coming in. The forecast didn’t look too promising either with showers and thunder showers in the forecast for Saturday evening and Sunday; not a good start to a walleye fishing weekend. Being the true fisher people they are, we just decided to make the best of it but to play it safe we’d just fish off the dock on Friday evening (usually good to produce a couple of walleye in the evening). Jeff and Augusta did give it a try but 25-30 k winds blasting you in the face make most fishing uncomfortable and the walleye didn’t cooperate so we settled in for the evening. The dogs adopted our new house guests within minutes. Saturday morning started off cold but Jeff and I headed out and I showed him a few places I thought we might be able to scare up a walleye or two, he got a bit of a tour of the lake but that was about all. About 9:00 am we decided to head back in, have breakfast, and warm up. It was a good choice. Our tummies full and some feeling back in our hands, Jeff, Augusta and I headed out to try our luck again. The day was starting to warm up a bit and the sun was peaking out here and there, the wind had died down to something much more comfortable. Unfortunately, the fish still weren’t cooperating, Jeff managed one small walleye and we got a nice feed of decent size perch but not much else so we headed back in for lunch. Jeff and Augusta decided to try a bit more fishing for a couple of hours in the afternoon. By now, things had warmed up to the very comfortable point. The fishing was still slow but at least you weren't freezing. Saturday's supper was a fish fry, good thing I had a few walleye fillets in the freezer. Now we had the taste we knew what we were looking for and we were pumped. Saturday evening we headed out to one of my favourite holes and finally managed to boat two decent walleye with a couple of hits and misses. Sunday morning, the rain had started but Jeff and I headed out and decided to try a bit of exploring. Wet and cold after a few hours with nothing but pan fish and we headed back for some hot coffee and dry cloths. With breakfast out of the way we decided we still had time to head back out and give it another try; Jeff lost a nice walleye near the boat then nailed this bass. A quick picture and back it went. Not long after the bass, Jeff hooked into this guy and with no leader, in an area full of stumps and weeds and on light tackle Jeff did an amazing job of landing it. This guy really knows how to handle a fish! Again, a very quick picture and away he went. A few more spots and a little more fishing, the winds were starting to pick up and you could feel the storm moving in. We decided to call it a day and head back to the house. Shortly after we got back the rain started so I guess we called it right. The catching might not have been the greatest but the company was fantastic! Jeff and Augusta are awesome house guests and we are looking forward to many more fishing trips in the future. Thanks guys for being so generous, so easy to please, and such good sports. You are welcome in our home anytime! Sue, Big Cliff, & the dogs!

They say that it is hard to find the right words to say at a time like this but I think you have found them in your tribute to him. You are a big man with a big heart Lew; good place to keep all those wonderful memories. Our condolances to the whole family. Cliff & Sue

Wed. evening Beans, MB, and CPH came over for supper and a bit of fishing. While the fishing wasn't too good, the company as usual was wonderful. The bonus was though that Beans had caught some nice crappies and because his hand was sore, Steve had cleaned them for him and they brought us a nice bag of fresh crappie fillets. Sue and I had them for dinner last night and I have to tell you, they were awesom! Thanks guys for the wonderful company and the fantastic fillets.

Stay with the Garmin units. I have friends that have "other brands" and they don't get nearly the service or support that Garmin gives. Go with the best unit you can afford and the most memory you can get.

Just like sppeding and then crying when you get a ticket. You made a mistake, pay up and chalk it up to a lesson learned. It wasn't their fault!

Nice post, the pictures bring back memories. Is the trail still in good enough shape to drive into and park? I'm really glad you found the spot and that the action was the way I remembered it. Next time you go, take a canoe or small car topper with you. Three friends and I were trolling in there one time and landed over 30 pike in an hour. You are welcome! Big Cliff

I'm telling you Steve, an egg hook, some corn niblets, and a barrel sinker with my old bait caster is all it takes!!!!!! LOL. Most of the ones I have seen crusing around have been early afternoon.

Well, I caught one last Saturday that had to easily top the 20 lb mark ( we didn't have a scale with us) using a 3" white grub and jig while fishing for walleye.

Divorces are rough no matter who wanted it but take heart, many of us on here are on our second marrage and the second time around IS better. Sue and I have been together 25 years now, married 23, and I wouldn't trade her for any woman in the world, fortunatly she seems to feel the same about me. Glad to see you back, posting, and getting on with your life!

That gives a whole new twist on the saying 'There's never a Cop aroind when you need one", they are out on the lake making sure someone isn't in serious trouble LOL. Glad to hear you got back safe and sound, hope the problem with the boat is an easy fix!

Nice Moe! Not sure if I will be able to watch it or not but I'll try to stay awake.