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I took my dog fishing last weekend. The little buger did a superman dive straight off the bow platform on my boat while the trolling motor was in 5th gear.

I grabbed her as she was going under the boat, toward the prop.

She loves swimming, but she's not used to jumping in from that height. So when she hit the water, she sank about 1 foot. Before she could surface, the boat was on top of her. I had to reach under the boat, and pull her out. I’ve never reacted to fast in my life.

She was coughing up water for 5 minutes after that.

That got my blood flowin'

This post is going to get a ton of replies.

I have 3 that are always in the boat, and another 5 that are only pulled out when needed (12' tdr, and ice rods).

I only replace rods when they break. Don't have enough room in the garage to stock pile rods, with 2 boats, a snowmobile, and countless other toys that my wife thinks are pointless! (what does she know)

It's a sad day for the Edge.

Too bad to here.

Thanks for the info.

Very much appreciated!

Like Ruthless said, not to many people just give away their hot spots.

There is the odd post that will give out the body of water, and maybe even a rough location on that body. But that's rare.

I don't think there's much you can do about the lurkers out there. If you're concerned about people catching on to your hot spots, then don't give them out!

I am going up to Sparrow Lake Thursday morning.

Does anyone know of a government / public boat launch on the lake or river.

I have been doing some research, and I beleive there's one at Franklin Park (off Kilworthy Rd).

Can anyone confirm this for me??

Thanks,

That's an excelent report Fil! and Beuty pictures.

Congrets,

I bought a portable Hummindbird.

This is great for ice fishing and boating. The transducer has a suction cup mount (which I remove for ice fishing).

The last time I was canoe fishing, I just stuck the suction cup to the bottom of the canoe, and turned the transducer 90° to what it is normally set at (for the back of my 14' aluminum). It worked great. You just have to be mindful that you have a transducer mounted on the bottom of your boat. Keep away from rocks, and remember to take it off before you pull your canoe onto shore.

The unit was in the $300 range, and came with all the fixin's (case, battery, unit, suction cup, charger, etc.) It only weighs a few pounds.

I suppose if I were a more serious canoe fisherman, I would make a bracket like the guys have shown above. However, for the little amount that I do it, I’ll just stick the transducer to the bottom of the canoe.

That's one obese fish.

I'm going there for the first time this weekend. I'm also intersted in how the lake is.

What species of fish are roaming there?

Very good read man. Thanks for the report.

Wow,

To much power, not enough brains.

It's to bad to see a monster all beat up like that.

Is it just me, or is there a rope through his gills?

Nice fish either way.

I definitely agree with the posts about TAKE YOUR TIME. A boat is not something to rush into. I waited for just the right deal.

For $800, I got:

14 deep/wide boat in poor shape (few lose rivets, and some rotten wood on the seats)

1988 15Hp Merc in good shape (carb needed a few parts + cleaning)

Galvanized trailer in good shape (needed new lights/fenders)

I have rebuilt the boat interior, and painted the hull. Total cost into the boat is about ~$1600. That includes a bow mount trolling motor, new gas tank, wood, lights, etc...

The boat is rated for a 40Hp, so upgrades are coming soon!

The boat will handle Simcoe on most days.

I second the Ugly Stick.

Never used a Ugly Stick Lite. I have one of the heavier ones. Great rod for the $30 I paid for it (on sale and BPS).

Not a post that I expected to see on Canada day.

The one day in the year that raging patriots can go wild with their attire.

I think it's a good thing.

It would be a little weird if it were like that every day of the year. I expect and welcome it on Canada day though.

Nice report.

Some decent sized cats you guys cought there.

Are you hiking in, or taking a quad or boat?

If hiking, you’re going to want to pack as light as possible. I would suggest a water purifying system, rather then carrying bottled water. You can get them at crappy tire.

You’re going to need lots of wood, and if hiking, you can't bring it with you. You’ll need a good saw and maybe an axe. Depending on where you go, you may not be able to fall trees for fire wood.

Definitely bring a first aid kit, rope and bug spray. (all other standard camping gear – flashlights, fire starting device, etc..)

You’ll need lots of beer too.

I could go on and on. There are tones of camping gadgets out there to make long stays in the woods more comfortable.

So my wife and I are taking a road trip to the East Coast for two weeks. I've been their once before, and still regret not going out on a chartered fishing trip while I was there.

I am in need of a little info, and was wondering if anyone here could help me out.

1. What species of fish can be caught out there? My cousins go mackerel fishing there. But it seems they're no more then glorified perch. I want a big, long fight. Any suggestions?

2. Can anyone recommend a good guide that I can contact in PEI or Halifax to take me out on the water?

Any help would be great.

I realize that I could just research this stuff on-line, but nothing beats personal experience.

Thanks,

I'm going to try a little Canada Day fishing out of Waubaushene tomorrow morning.

Does anyone know of free public launches and parking in the area.

I currently launch from a trailer park on the north side, off duck bay rd. But they charge me to use the launch. A free one would be great.

Any tips on lures and depths would be helpfull too. I have never fished their before, only duck hunted. I'd love to catch a few eyes for Canada Day dinner. Herd you can catch'em trolling/casting by the Wab. town dock.

Thanks,

Wow,

The guy holding that wolf if really small eh!

Like wallybass said, the wolf is big, but not freakishly big.

The fish looks scared to death.

Must have been one ugly fisherman who caught it.

look at the forehead on that thing eh.

Nice fish.,

Looks like fun.

Lots of painfull wipeouts if I where to try it though.

I watched a full season of the show on Rogers on Demand.

I didn't mind it. I found it pretty funny to watch. Didn't learn anything though.