solopaddler

Thanks boys!

(I think this little project just scored me some major brownie points )

Well, my wife and I needed a new patio set asap we and looked high and low for one last weekend.

Not too many available as most stores don't carry them this time of year and at least the ones we looked at were pretty junky looking.

So anyway earlier this week I see an ad in the paper for a wooden patio set, asking $200.

I go over Tuesday morning to look at it, and man was it rough looking!

The person selling had no idea what kind of wood it was, "some kind of hardwood I think" he says.

Well, fact is I identified it right away as teak. If you don't know how much this stuff costs, google and check, you'll be shocked.

I ended up talking him down to $150, and drove away feeling like a thief, LOL!

Wasn't thinking at the time so no before pictures, but rest assured it was gross.

17 hours of sanding, then 3 hours of rubbing teak oil into it and voila, a work of art .

Picked up some cushions and an umbrella this morning to finish it off...

I just love doing stuff like this, working with my hands where the results are so immediate

and tangible!

Saving roughly $1200 isn't so bad either .

cheers, Mike

Good stuff solo, nice of you to be so helpful, I'm sure your uncle is grateful!

 

Now, when do we get to come up and get a 'tour' of the lake *ahem* property

 

Tony

Headed up with the Miloman sometime next month, you're welcome if you'd like Tony!

To Blaque and Rob V: You'd actually be surprised how cheap some of these properties can be

if you're willing to drive far enough north.

I bought mine 5 years ago for 25K....

My uncle spent a bit more than that, but then my place is in Quebec. For whatever reason prices seem to be a wee bit more in Ontario.

Have a great trip, and make sure you bring your raincoat .

Looking forward to the report!

Cool pic's Brandon.

How'd you get that last shot from behind?, did you tranquilize it first?

Talk about no fear of man...

Wow, only in my dreams.

 

Looks beautiful. When's the party

 

Joey

Hey, if there's ever gonna be a party it'll be at my place,

BYOB (bring your own boat) .

The painting looks great, nice work Pam!

Nice spot Bill looks perfect for a float tube, you should get yourself one.

They have a great big GIANT TROUT at the north west end of the lake. I always remember the big animals throughout Ontario.

Yep, you're right.

Whenever I'm giving people directions it's always kind of cool to say either "turn left" or "turn right" at the giant trout, LOL!

Have you seen the statue in Hearst of a bunch of wolves attacking a bull moose?

That's my favourite, very cool!

Thanks everyone else for the congrat's, I'll pass them along shortly to my uncle.

That is truely amazing Lew, can't wait to see the painting.

Mike your uncle has it made there

that actually is my favorite lake when im up there

the fishing is very good before moose season

 

ill send you a pm later

I knew this one wouldn't slip by you Rene, that's pretty much your backyard! .

That's funny, I guess the pinky slays fish of all species .

What kind of fish are in the lake? Maybe a few lake trout, walleye and pike?

Bang on, it's got all 3, plus smallmouth and whitefish.

Some really wicked back lakes 5-10 mins from the lake as well.

Where is that?

Larder Lake area.

Another good one Justin, great pic's!

Not mine, but it is in the family.

My uncle just called to let me know he's closing the deal on this place as we speak.

I'm pretty happy for him, I've been helping him in his search for the last 4 years

now and he's been frustrated so many times at not finding exactly what he wants.

He really likes the area my place is at in N/W Quebec and has focused his search

there.

As it turns out this place is in Ontario, 15 mins. from my landing.

A lot of reno's on the horizon, but at least this place has road access,

makes things a bit easier.

When I rebuilt my place every single piece of material had to be hauled

over in my little tin boat.

Soon as I get off work tonight I'm gonna stop by and see him for a couple

of pops and some congratulations. He's one happy man .

Here's a shot of the cottage from the lake. Can't see it too well, but he's got over

200' of frontage including the little beach where he drove down to launch his

cartopper last weekend.

Here's the view from the dock

Great report, welcome to the board!

Actually, I almost never have paid hollidays,

however, I only have a 3 day work week so that kinda makes up for it .

Welcome to the board Shaun!

Sorry but,

(Seriously, welcome to OFC!)

Restrictions? there sure are Dan! DO NOT use one of these rods

With one of these reels mounted on it

And one of these tied on the end

While these types of rigs are commonly used on the Credit river by what

I like to call, "drooling, knuckle dragging bank mutants", they tend to be

frowned upon so steer clear!

(sorry Dan, couldn't resist )

Being in the weather business I can tell you it's not an exact science .

Go fishing!

11 days eh Lew?, sweet! Can't wait 'till I'm retired .

Some pretty cool storm pic's, those are some serious thunder heads.

Great report sounds like you had a good trip!

Hey Phil, sorry to hear about your troubles.

Hopefully despite that you and your son had a good time!

cheers

Soooo, how 'bout them Leafs?