Glad to hear your having a great time Cliff. the cold weather is just moving in up here this weekend, so it's great time to be away. Too bad about the finger sounds uncomfortable.
Enjoy the rest of your trip.
Mike
Like everyone says its a comfort thing and whatever works for you is best. As long as the line makes it back on the reel and the fish in the boat you've won.
I flew out with Hawk air about 7 yrs ago or so to Goat lake. The weather was warm and the fishing was slow but had a great time. His camps are in great shape as are the boats and motors. The walk over to little goat was worth it with bigger fish.
You'll never find a flyin for those bucks but there are hundreds of resorts you can get a cottage at within the price range.
You can start your search here
Good Luck
I'm in there all the time. Nothing but great service and huge selection of gear. They actually expanded the back end of the shop early last year. They do have a large amount of musky gear and lots of gear for the big lake trollers.
Another plus to the shop is right next store is the Black and Decker outlets with lots of deals on tools.
Good report and pics. I bet it's far better then the other option of being in School like next week. Good way to fill in the day. Thanks for the report.