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I love fishing, it adds enjoyment and meaning to my life. At times it seems like it is the only thing that can set me right. The argument I would make is that, unlike a farmer, I would be able to survive without fishing. I find it hard to imagine a farmer surviving without crops. Again this is a philosophical point. Since this seems to have turned in to a philosophical argument you should make sure that your arguments are philosophically sound. Let's agree to disagree. Maybe some day you can show me in person what the fishery in North Bay is like, and I can show you how to catch an urban pike. That is if you don't mind associating with a left wing pinko as I'm sure Don Cherry would characterize me.

What's the water clarity like on Pigeon? I've heard good things about musky fishing on the lake. I have some ideas about how to target the essox, as I hear it is somewhat different from some of the Kawartha lakes that I've fished.

That is great to hear. It sounds like I need to check dates, look into a boat rental and firm up a reservation...provided I can get female approval.

That looks nice. I imagine it books up quickly though. Is it pet friendly? I forgot to add that as a stipulation.

wow that was nice

I haven't watched RDS since I moved to Toronto 6 years ago. I keep saying I"ll order it for the habs but my cable buget is tied up in sunday ticket.

I wasted many an hour watching that dude pull amazing amounts of brookies out of a canoe.

Did they used to, or maybe they still run that show on RDS?

That is interesting and good to know.

I've looked at the avid. That and a G loomis are factory produced rods that I would consider. For some reason I would love a 3 piece rod. That is why I was thinking of going the custom made route. If I buy off the shelf the Avid AVS70ULM2 is what I would probably go for.

I've looked at it. I love the Compre, it's just a matter of whether it balances with the Patriarch or not. From what I've read I don't think it will.

I have heard this argument over and over, I just wonder what evidence supports this argument. If there is more than anecdotal evidence then the movement to cull cormorants gains some legitimacy.

The only issue I have with this argument is that fishing is a recreational sport. Most people do not rely on angling as a means of sustenance. The locusts threaten the livelihood of a farmer whereas the cormorants threaten our pastime. Just as an aside: in your analogy you seem to be referring to locusts as cormorants and as deer, rodents and birds as humans. I find that reasoning to be philosophically unsound.

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Maybe the problem is that the eagle population has been wiped out. A solution might be to bring eagles back, if it ever existed. This is definitely a longer term solution then culling. I believe if we do not act according to morals or ethics we should not act at all. It seems animalistic to kill off a species because it is in competition with us. (That is both an opinion and a philosophical standpoint on my part.)

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Thanks for sharing. Even though the conditions looked harsh I need to stop posting and get off my arse some time soon.

I sent a IM to Spiel I am looking forward to hearing back from him.

Sorry about the quadruple negatives. I do not think that we are diametrically opposed on this issue. I just think that we need to be cautious with our approach to the issue. What has caused the cormorant population to explode? What effect would culling the population have on the ecosystem? If we had an effective population we could do a study and determine the causes. Unfortunately our government has proven to be mostly inept in addressing environmental issues. The one issue we definitely disagree on is whether killing a species is drastic or not. I think it is, you think it is not. Your argument about inertia is not apt. If I took the easy way out, and did not respond to your proposal to cull cormorants I would be doing nothing. I would suggest that killing an animal because you perceive it to be the problem is taking the easy way out.

They look like great rods but I want a minimum of 2 pieces.

Hi OFC'ers, I know their have been a few posts recently about this topic. I read through them I didn't find the information I'm looking for. Over Christmas my father in law, who is an infrequent fisher, and my brother in law, who I got started fishing last year, decided that we were going on a fishing trip this summer. Apparently it is up to me to find a lodge/cottage that fits the following criteria: Can sleep 6 with 3 different rooms Is nice enough so that the girls will join us (this means close to shopping, and according to my lovely fiancee is not "like a cottage") Is no more than 2 hours from TO We can rent a boat, or provides a boat Has some good numbers of Bass. I will add that I would love to be on a lake with Musky, as I have all the gear and would love to hook the boys up with a ski or two. If no Musky then Pike will do. I know my list is pretty extensive. I am guessing a resort is our best bet. Any input or suggestions you have would be greatly appreciated.

Anything musky related. I like the next bite as the info giving on the show is good and Pete Maina is a genius. The musky hunter is good, I've only been watching it regularly this year and wish he didn't cast so much. My wrists and arms hurt just watching the show. Facts of fishing is awesome as Dave Mercer is the best fishing personality on TV IMHO. I have a soft spot for Bob Izumi, as this was the only show that was regularly on TV when I was a kid. I also have heard that he is a great guy to fish with (although not owning a boat I have found that anyone willing to take you out in his boat is a great guy to fish with). Fishing edge is a good show, but I find the last little bit with Al Linder to be a little different.

Noun 1. scapegoat - someone who is punished for the errors of others I would counter that according to the definition that is exactly what you are doing. I do not necessarily think that controlling animal populations should not be done (however I do not think that it is not ideal) i just think that we need to recognize that human beings have the single largest impact on the ecosystem. Blindly stating that culling or exterminating the population of cormorants will solve all our problems sets a dangerous precedent. All I am arguing is that we need be aware that this attitude, or philosophy if you prefer, is problematic

While I am not opposed to spending that money I would prefer not to. I would like to keep my budget around 200. I imagine for what I am looking for I may have to go above budget. At least I have some time to save up as I will not be using this rod until June. I'm also wondering why you would prefer a fast or extra fast action? I figured for finesse fishing and using braid a medium action would stop me from pulling the hook out of the fishes mouth, and cover for my eagerness/inexperience.