Nipfisher

Luc, looks like there will be some follow-up sessions that may be open to interested parties.

http://www.nugget.ca/ArticleDisplay.aspx?e=3210604 I found this to be a good read. Spiny water flea campaign in works Minnow study needed, Filion says By DAVE DALE The Nugget Posted 4 hours ago Boaters are being asked to take the spiny water flea invasion seriously so they don't spread to places like Trout Lake. The Ministry of Natural Resources issued a media release this week stating the flea, which gorge on zoo plankton, is already firmly entrenched in Lake Nipissing, Lake Temagami and almost 60 other inland lakes. The Greater Nipissing Stewardship Council was at the waterfront Monday to show how boaters can clean and disinfect their vessels and equipment to stop the spread of invasive species, including Black Crappie, Round Goby and fish diseases. Jean-Marc Filion, who has been studying the impact of the fleas in Lake Nipissing for more than a decade, said draining the bilge is just one step because the fleas can survive for days hidden inside crevices where drops of water remain. Filion recommends adding a cap of bleach to a bucket of water and refilling the bilge to help kill the ones that cling behind. Anglers are also urged to empty bait buckets on land or in the garbage, and bag aquatic plants for the trash. Boats, waders, ropes and gear should also be cleaned with hot water rinse, high-pressure spray or left in the sun to kill all hitch-hiking organisms. "And always buy your bait where you fish," the council says in a media release. Filion said Lake Nipissing's spiny water flea is changing the food chain from top to bottom. It will likely be among the topics discussed today during a summit about Lake Nipissing's future hosted by Nipissing First Nation and City of North Bay at Nipissing University. Filion said the best thing to do when a lake's ecosystem is in a state of flux is to monitor the various elements to track impacts. His Lake Nipissing Partners in Conservation study last year documented the near collapse of the zoo plankton population. "We found out that by the end of June, there were so many fleas in the lake, almost all of the zoo plankton was consumed," he said, leaving only enough in the deeper, darker sections to repopulate. He said small fish such as new perch hatch are left with almost nothing to eat, so they have begun eating snails and may fly nymphs. The lack of a big shad fly emergence from Lake Nipissing in recent years could be a resulting impact, Filion said. "It may be due to other creatures (which normally feed on zoo plankton) targeting whatever food supply was left," he said, noting even the spiny water flea population dies off when there's not enough zoo plankton left. "We're left with a semi-aquatic desert of small life," he said, with perch having to eat what's left of the spiny water flea to get through July. "They used to eat minnows," Filion said, suggesting that the MNR study the minnow population in Lake Nipissing to see if it's struggling. "This is probably the largest lake effect (caused by spiny water flea) in all of North America," he said. Scientists tracking the fleas suggesting the local experience is the most severe they've come across, he said. Filion said walleye, which used to eat minnows and small perch exclusively, are shifting their diet to smelt and small herring, while in the central part of the lake they're eating spiny water fleas. He said minnow spawn in the latter part of June when zoo plankton, a primary source of food, has already been decimated by the fleas. "We are hypothesizing that the minnow population may be having some trouble and it's an area we're recommending for further investigation." While he said the impact of the flea may not be the "doomsday scenario" as far as walleye are concerned, change is happening. "It looks to me at first glance that mid-level carnivore are switching prey," Filion said, "and understanding the biology of a lake is important for managing a commercial fishery sustainably."

http://www.nugget.ca/ArticleDisplay.aspx?e=3210457 Nipissing First Nation, city host Lake Nipissing summit <h3 class="npSubheadline"></h3> By Press Release Posted 7 hours ago All leaders of municipalities and Nations that surround and touch Lake Nipissing will come together at Nipissing University on July 13th, for a day of shared learning and discussions. The intent is to develop a shared vision for the future of Lake Nipissing. Nipissing First Nation and the City of North Bay are co-hosting a leadership summit to learn about the benefits and share the many growing concerns about the changes that are having negative effects on Lake Nipissing. The health of Lake Nipissing is vital to the economy and standard of living that all people in the Nipissing District enjoy. The lake's estimated economic value is more than $100 million per year. The livelihoods of people in every community surrounding the lake depend on the long term health of this important resource. "We need to come together as Care Takers of this Lake to ensure we are providing what is needed for a healthy Lake for all to enjoy" says Chief Marianna Couchie The day will begin with an opportunity to hear from experts about the environmental, health, economic and social impacts that are relevant to everyone who live around the lake. Experts and resource people will provide historical background, and analysis on the various economic, environmental and social impacts that are derived from Lake Nipissing. The afternoon will provide the local leaders with time to discuss amongst themselves the common interests and possible actions that can be taken and explored to help ensure the continuing Health of the Lake. The day is meant to be a positive discussion about going forward. Following this summit the intent is to bring together all stakeholders, associations, ministries, governments, interest groups, and surrounding municipalities for a larger gathering to discuss and plan on how we can work together to ensure a healthy Lake for the future. We are hopeful that this session will lay the foundation for additional collaborative work plans for the future vision for Lake Nipissing.

He only has a little dingy and he wanted to show his girlfriend a good time. Give the guy a break. Go Yush. It isn't that hatrd to find smallies. There are tonnes of lakes that have them.

Welcome aboard. You only target Carp?

This thread went nowhere fast. He was new to the community and should perhaps you all should have been a little easier on him. Multiple "question" post are annoying but someone send him a PM with some protocol and shut this one down or just let it die. Who knows, he may have some valuable info. to provde.

Dana, dont remove the foam from the inside if it is still in good condition. Just re-seal it from the outside. If you are going to fix one spot you may as well cover all of the seams.

Who won..the Cubs or The Jays?

I just picked up 2 Shimano TDR 9' trolling rods at Canadian Tire. They were $60 each. They are 2 piece medium action with a fast tip. They are not a true musky rod but more of a utility rod. I figure they will do me to start. I have them paired with a Penn 320 GTi and a Diawa Great Lakes reel. If you are only spending $60 on a rod you'll get what you pay for.

Nice largie.

Welcome aboard. We like pictures even ones of your beagles.

I just viewed your profile because you said not to. I'm soooo bad.

I'm guessing he was reading one of Terry's threads when he puked?

I guessing you removed the batery? I would do that before washing it down in any way. I also heard of people puting their wet electronics in the freezer over night then drying them out the next day. It worked with my wife's cell phone.

No fancy camera required Dana. Those are some great shots.

Good job lip-ripper. Still waiting for my invitation. Boat is sitting here ready to go.

Is the hat lights part of the secrets to succes? Great shirt Dann. THanks for getting him out fishing pike slayer.

Mine was working 100% before this last update?

On my spinning reels I switched from mono to 832. I am running the 20 # and don't have issues with breakage. It has completely bled and looks like dental floss now. I get some wrapping around the tip but never around the guides. I have 50 # PP on my Castaic and I get it wrapped around the tip too? I bought the 50# 832 and haven't tried it out yet.

Thanks. I have it on the navionics chip. Not sure about the map region. Any idea where it is in the menu? Like I said in the O.P. It shows Lake Nipissing just fine but Trout Lake which is 10 minutes away doesn't even show up on the charts.

I signed.

Since the last update on my Lowrance, I am having problems with the Navionics chip...or the unit. I have been out twice in the last little while on big lakes that don't evemn show on my screen? It shows my trail and coordinates, but no lake image. These lakes are not ones that are featured on my Canada chip but they used to still show as bodies of water. I reset to default settings but it made no difference. The chart function is useless right now unless I am on Nipissing. Any ideas?

You'll have to stay here in Canada then. Too bad that little local pond isn't just chalk full of walleye and pike.......oh wait....it is.

Moose (Drew) you are a superb writer, angler, and I can tell an amazing friend. Your passion for the outdoors and the great land North of us is unbelievable. You captured the entire trip with such detail. Your friends are lucky to have spent this time with you and I hope they each have the opportunity to read this thread. Meegwetch.

I just curled my toes with excitment.