Bill Shearer

Nothing like your first fish of any species! Those Kings make you humble! Just wait for a few more weeks, then you will have to be very good to land them!

Fished two of the five days there, for a couple of hours each day. Surface temp was 65 to 68F. As mentioned water was clear, no weeds, and rocks and humps everywhere. Did see SM Bass. Tried jigging with Gulp minnows, and Strat spoons. Had a couple of hits but fish were faster than me! Lots of Mayflies hatching, and did see fish feeding on the emerges. Beautiful scenery. The flies and mosquitoes were incessant! No wonder Iike Steelhead fishing! Thanks for the help though, especially about the rocks. Needed that spare prop!

A razor blade, and a couple of minutes, plus another coat of epoxy will fix the thread issue. A little more sanding time would fix the cork handle. The best advice I received after building my first, was " take your time". It's amazing how we can almost always get it right the 2nd time. Easy for me to say now, because Spiel gets it right Everytime. I've been spoiled.

With apologies to 'normal sane boaters', I compare this to the 'Toronto crazies'.. I seldom hit the lakes at this time of the year, but definately compare it to some of the folks I meet on streams in the fall. No consideration or care for the rest of the folks on the pool, or hole. It's all about wanting to fish where 'they want'. They have been thinking about catching fish for the last couple of weeks, and don't give a crap for anybody else. Compare it to the creep who cuts you off on the 401, so he can get a couple of car lengths ahead of you, when all the rest are creeping forward, and just wanting to get home. You see them all the time!

I bought one from the Stearns website last year, before I went to Alaska. Least expensive price I could find. Had to have one that was approved for US waters. US Coast guard approved jackets can be used in Canada, but you MUST have a Canada approved jacket in the boat, sized correctly for all passengers. You are correct that they are quite a bit cheaper in the US, than in Canada. I guess we float differently in Canadian waters?

Many thanks for the info. I now have an idea what to search for, and also what watch for! Bill

Heading up for the long weekend. Curious as to what is there, and successful methods anyone has had. Bill

If Walleye numbers are in trouble on lake Erie, it won't be from the guys taking their limit of 6. The guys that take the 4'X4'X4' plastic totes full of them for sale can take the heat for that, measured in tonnes, not pounds.

Many bad days on Lake O for salmon during east winds convinced me to just stay home when they were from that direction. I've had mediocre days fishing the streams for trout during east winds, but still go as it's far better than staying home. It really is all about the weather pattern changes that affect the fish the most, IMO. Give me three days of SW winds, and a good day will be had for sure on the 4th day.

Give me a good day on the stream anytime, No Offense, Brandon. Glad you enjoyed it!

TheLeetAngler Happy to oblige! Mike, I guess I just have a trustworthy looking tube? lol Dave, I'd already had my endoscopy done, for the year, (thank goodness)

I took rods out to Alaska last fall. Used the PVC, with a test cap on one end, and a threaded connector on the other. You can drill through the threaded connector and put a zip tie through it. That will stop any possibilities of tampering. The feds can xray, so it doesn't need to be opened. My rods all made it to Alaska and back with no issues at all. BTW, I also put 2" of foam cut to the inside diameter, (4")of the pvc, both top and bottom. Worked like a dream. The airlines I flew on treated it sporting equipment, and charged $35 extra.

Great shots, all of them! The sleeping tots in the car seat on the way home from their tough day is a classic. I have to add that the shot of the pheasants is something I haven't seen in a long time! Good on 'ya dad!

Irishfield has it sooo correct! I don't care if it's a 14' tin can, or a 41' yacht, it's impossible to dock the boat without using forward or reverse thrust against present direction. It's the only brakes you have. Whoever took your money on the repair, is the one to pursue for the warranty. Good luck with your quest.

Our pets ask for so little, and give us so much! Never a day goes by that they don't make you smile, and most times its a LOL! Hard to deal with, but remember all he did for you. They touch our lives in so many ways.

The black dot was the determining factor for me. Chris is, As usual correct.

You can expect clear water conditions, 45-50f water temps, and a very treacherous trail on the way down, due to all the washouts from the constant rains of the last three weeks.

I've used this one for five years. replaced the batteries last year. Accurate to a degree or two, and cheap. Fits in the inside pocket of my vest. Doubles as a meat thermometer for the BBQ as well! http://www.homehardware.ca/en/rec/index.htm/Indoor-Living/Housewares/Kitchen-Gadgets/Food-Thermometers/Cooking-Refrigerator/THERMOMETER-MEAT-DIGITAL-POCKET/_/N-2pqfZ67l/Ne-67n/Ntk-All_EN/R-I4170685?Ntt=digital+thermometer

This should be a pretty easy fix for that http://www.emhart.com/brands/heli-coil

Haven't done it personally but a client who did said he was very happy with the results. I really think if you can't get employees pricing or friends of employees pricing, then it is worth the fee. You have to know exactly what you want though

Good wisdom, and experience in this post! Leave the steel for the farm implement shed, IMO

I have a Bare 2pc rain suit. Probably 10 years old now. Paid around $500, at the time. Washed it with a goretex cleaner and conditioner a couple of years ago. Water beads on it. And it does breathe to let out some perspiration.Haven't used it since. My issue with most of the Goretex suits is that they are very heavy, and if you plan on using it in the summer, I doubt they vent off the perspiration quickly enough. It doesn't for me, anyway. I also bought a G3 Simms Goretex wading jacket. Very nice, far lighter than the Bare, but the jacket was as much as the full two piece Bare suit.Bought it last August, and used it extensively. Water beads on it, and I'm very happy with it. I think the bottom line is you have to try these suits on, and decide after you do that, whether they will fit your needs. I think donning the suit at BPS, and walking around the store for an hour would be a great way to judge whether it will be a good suit for warm season wear. (just stare back at the gawkers) BTW I'm open to offers on the Bare suit, size XL, like new.

Well Done! Good to see the steelhead going back. The perch will taste much better than that dark fish anyway!

Have to agree with the voice google app! You won't believe how good it is till you try it!

I've been a PC guy since day 1. Got an iTouch, and really loved it, so when I was due for an upgrade to my cell, the next logical step was an iPhone. I got the 3GS, and really enjoy it. Even with all that Rogers has to offer in the way of data and phone plans, it isn't cheap, but it certainly has been trouble free. Tons of free apps, as well as ones to pay for, but I've seen no need to pay for any yet. I can sit at home and surf or check emails, through the router or the 3G network, and have never gone over my data plan.Load up Skype, and you can make long distance calls for .03/min from your phone when on wifi or router. Make sure to buy a roaming plan if you go to the US, or just shut roaming off. It can get expensive if you don't. Nobody I've talked with has had any virus problems with any iPhone.....yet.