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It sounds obvious to me that the kawarthas need to be protected and managed better. This discussion has been going on for years and we still see slow changes. I remember doing spawning site enhancement on Pigeon in the 90's and it is still facing some walleye population issues. Some say they are rebounding; I have not seen this personally. I can say that they do congregate in the winter and large schools could be slaughtered quickly. I run into this when pan fishing in the winter. The health of the lake means different things to different people. Some feel that all the weeds should be removed to make the lake healthier, others see the importance of weeds in a lake. Sounds like most on here want to see improvements and care about the future of the fishery, it's the ones that aren't on here that couldn't give a damn other than filling their limits. Then they move on to the next lake when their success dwindles. Yes, the internet has had an impact.

I have had my Yamaha since the seventies and always like it. There are better ones out there, but this does me fine.

I don't think it would be a good idea to open any kawartha lake for walleye in the winter. I don't believe they can take the pressure. I'm also concerned that some will continue to harvest walleye from Scugog, they do it on the other kawartha lakes even though they aren't open. I think that the crappie have peaked on scugog, so I hope this closure shows some results in the next few years. If it doesn't, who knows what the problem is. I know as anglers we don't like to hear it has to do with harvesting, but from what I saw from some ice anglers, they definitely had an impact on the population. Especially the night anglers. This is from a frustrated kawartha angler so it's just my opinion.

You know you're a very lucky dude, right? The pictures alone, tell the story!

I was always wondering about the delivery charges varying on where you live. It's not like I see a truck driving down the road every day to deliver hydro.

Humanity says we should do whatever possible to help the innocents that are being terrorized. I am going to suffer from Government deficits until I retire with nothing, but I like living in a country that helps others in need. Hopefully there might be some help for me when I need it. I am naïve - not really. It's good to help though.

Cliff, do you mind if I ask how much your delivery charges are compared with your usage? I know we live in relatively the same area and I have always shook my head at our bills. I see that you use propane for your stove and hot water, which is probably why your bills are lower than mine.

Our delivery charges are as much as our usage.

If your MPP is a liberal, you will be wasting your time talking to him/her unless you like listening to rhetoric. I feel like a lamb being lead to the.............

I think most of us have the same concerns. I have 1300 ft square home, one level, heat strictly with wood, one baseboard on lowest setting in my work shop, same drying technique you use, two small freezers, electric hot water. Our bills are usually over $300 month in the winter. However our actual usage is around $150, but climbs to over $300 because of all the extra charges.

Nice to see people out on the water still. Great catch!

Walleye stocking doesn't work.

What's with all the MNR denials? I don't understand this reaction from them when there have been numerous sightings.

I just move on when idiots do this to me. I leave in a loud and turbulent manner though.

This is one of me at Sturgeon Lake back in the 60's. The boat on the left is one my father built from scratch.

Maybe Stamkos will make the leap????

This team should be competing for the Cup. They don't deserve to add any more first overalls into that losing environment.

Nice looking fish and good on you for getting out.

An interesting shot from my collection of photos.

Another Sudbury photo. This was my uncle Mike who I have been compared to in regards to being hooked on fishing. I never did get a chance to fish with him. He died young.

This was from the Sudbury area just after the war. Different time, different mentality.

Always think of my dad when this day comes around. He never really spoke much about the war, but I do have photos to remind me of his commitment.

That's not hunting, that's just killing. Man, I think technology is taking the fun out of many outdoor sports. This is coming from an older guy of course, so the young ones might feel more comfortable with the newer approaches.

Beauty looking smallies. Looks like the lake was nice and quiet.

Back to hockey. The Leafs are right where I want them. Playing in close games but still losing. One more high draft pick and things might start looking up in the not too distant future. I can dream.