I must say this was one of the finest trips I've ever been on, fishing or otherwise. I wasnt sure what to expect as it has been many years since I've been to Quebec and I have never fished for musky.
The Montreal area really surprised me with its fishing opportunities seemingly around every corner. Marc told me how many species were available just in the Ottawa and Larry and it just blew me away. It was really cool seeing the sturgeon jumping out of the water all around us and the ocean freighters passing by.
The fishing was off the hook (as were many musky that I missed!) the first follow I had up to the boat caught me off guard, I just froze and said, "There's a fish...." Marc or Wayne, I cant remember which, probably both said, "Well, do something dummy, dont just stand there breathing through your mouth!" So I scared it away!!
I never did entice any boatside followers to hit, but Wayne did. I decided that I like to hook my fish away from the boat anyway so I have more line to reel in......
Casting was my preferred way to catch these fish, I guess it made me feel a little more in control and it gave me something to do, plus feeling these fish smash the bait was out of this world, nevermind the powerful runs they would make, with most of my fish breaking water.
Marc is an excellent guide and a nice guy, unfortunately there was no one around for him to follow, so he had to find his own spots . We had a lot of fun, but you have to fish hard, which was fine by me. He truly knows his stuff and has put in monster amounts of time on the water developing his portfolio of hot musky spots, so please dont ask.
Already looking forward to next year, these fish get under your skin, they should have cigarette pack like warnings on every musky- Caution- extremely addictive! lol
Again, thanks to Wayne for this opportunity, you are a good friend. Thanks to Marc for the unreal fishing and laughs and Roy and J for your hospitality, this is a trip I will remember for the rest of my life.