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No worries!!

Google maps...should show you directions from the door of your house.

Great stuff everyone!! I know I owe my love of fishing completely to my parents...both my mom and dad fished together from the time I was a little squirt up until now (he's 74, she's 68) they'll pick at each other when they're out there, like most old marrried couples, but they still do it. It is up to us to pass on the love of our sport, be the teachers, share the outdoors...and keep this amazing sport of ours alive and well. There are way too many groups out there that are trying to take it away from us. There are no better words than hearing a kid say "when are we going fishing again?!?!!"!

ARRRRRRRRRRGH!!! Don't tell me that, paid that much for one yesterday...not that I'm complaining for that price.

Congrats!!! Also good posts by Alex and Jim. Love the way the word "bass" triggers them, Alex. Jim hit the nail on the head for that 6-12 age group...when enough is enough don't force them!! Juli and I have her kids every other week, and we pretty much fish at least one day every week we don't have them. This long weekend we put the offer out to them (cleared it with her X first of course) that one could spend a day with us out on a Kawartha lake. It was great to see interest from all three, but, one of the twins was really "hyped" up about it. So, he is coming out first. We do take all three out at times, but, that one on one is important.

Good points, Terry...as for Lloyd, as I'm sure he's told you as well...he never will post, believes that is entirely up to his clients. Took the family out for 1/2 day with Steve R...also a class guy, who made sure, as best he could that the kids had fun and learned something. I've noticed that a few other guide services that used to put up clients results, have stopped doing so. Good for them!! It truly should be up to the customer to post results, what better advertising is there than satisfied happy customers showing their success!!

$39.99...picked up the 5 1/2 fter for my old man last year for that price. Great little speckle trout rod.

Great photo by the way!!!

Reading the first part of Matt's Fishing Pressure thread, talking about dwindling numbers of fishermen, had me wondering how many guys and gals out there have kids/teenagers that are interested in the sport? More importantly if given the choice would your kids put down the video games for fishing?

Too funny, I do believe he was actually voted one of the sexiest guys alive at one time...so you can be proud of those comparisons

Now THAT is a job to be proud of!! Good stuff!! The buggers seem to be getting a little worse down in Lake Erie, lately. However, I hardly catch any steelies with marks in Huron.

...AND in his spare time, stunt doubles for Sean Connery!! Sorry, John...couldn't resist

Heading up to Restoule on the 21st, might be able to make the 28th, and, yes Deer Creek is a beautiful little spot.

Do you have a specific date in mind? Just checked out last years post (pretty sure I recognize that spot, camped there for three nights in August ) not too far from home at all.

My first career choice of "full time fishing bum" doesn't pay the bills too well, however if I ever win that Lotto Max

Distribution Center supervisor, but, I'll trade with you, Ryan.

Here's three future/current young anglers hard at it, LOL---

You can't educate those who don't want to be educated. I know where you are coming from though, it amazes me to see the fish that are kept from our local reservoir. Why someone would even want to eat them boggles the mind.

Hmmm...I'm seeing a trend in our answers here

Personally, I'd say increased pressure, lack of secret spots, more informed fishermen are due to the thing we are all on right now...the internet! There aren't too many secret spots left.

Pete, I'm feeling a little guilty about mentioning that the combo I put together cost me $80...I bought the pieces separately. Wasn't even thinking about the combo you are selling for $100 (which was a very reasonable price)...anyone who wants to give musky fishing a shot---don't pass it up for $80!!!!!

I won't argue with any of these guys, the experience they have speaks volumes. For me the Fenwick Rod/ABU 5601CB (made in Sweden) that I purchased used for a total of $80 serves my musky "rookie" purposes well, and, when I want to upgrade I haven't blown a bunch of money on a sub-standard outfit. Put out feelers on used equipment...when I let it be known I was interested, I had many offers including a tremendous one on a St Croix!

That is pretty darn close to the outfit I put together (bought used on the forum)...so far I am really pleased with it. Fine for both casting and trolling inline bucktail spinners (my weapon of choice). Hoping to put it to the test with a few more 'skis in the next few weeks.

I was just saying the same thing to the "little woman" last night. I've met some great guys, saved money on a bunch of products, gone out on a couple of great fishing charters, shared alot of great fishing experiences, learned how to use Photobucket, LOL...etc....etc. All because of this board!

Thanks, again, for the heads up. Cambridge had a bunch of all types...paid $29.98 for the floor stand with the batter operated fan...Walmart site lists them at $86.54!! Should be plenty enough heat for my Clam 2000 portable hut. Bring on ice season....well maybe not just yet