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so, just out of curiosity, how did ya find out there were fish there the first time?

live2fish85 (Chris) maybe able to put you onto something Brian. He doesn't fish anymore - just works (lots)at a tackle store drop him a line. (Chris - after the season you had the first half this year - I HAD to jab) Bass pro - no go for me unless someone bought a gift card.

nice going. Nothing like success on some new water, targeting a new species.

cool shots - I have the same camera and keep meaning to try making some - silly question but were you just holding it in your hand, or did you have it rigged up somehow? I find its really easy to get your finger in the way of the lense if your not careful.

they are the reason fishin is tough when hatch happens. Gorged fishies.

Great pics. There are a couple nesting pairs on the Grand. You can see one of the nests atop the poles on the northeast side of the bridge at Blair. Frequently these days they can also be seen over the Colborne St Bridge in Brantford. Awesome birds. Osprey can also be seen along the river this time of year. they seem to follow the river up and from there to??

now there's an offer we cant refuse. July is somewhat chaotic - but August looks like it has some opportunity - and with Musky season running right into November, well, lets just say I hope we can put a beating on the introductory model you put me onto last year.

beauty shots - especially that fledgling

Thanks all - darn computers, must be in cahoots with the weather - jinxing the fishin and the posting. Hope you get away was successful Chad - shame the timing didn't work out for us to hook up, maybe next time. As far as the lake(s) go, I have actually done pretty well there all but the first time I went. Lots of weeds and cabbage, and that deep bowl in the back lake is still yet to be explored. Need some time to work that one I think. The screen was full when I drifted across it on Saturday, but no takers. Most mornings at daybreak the cabbage will produce all kinds of fun with the gators and an incidental walleye. Hey Dan - its Horizon's North. Used to be Opee Chee. rustic accommodations, decent boats and enough water to keep your interest for a 5 - 7 day trip. If you are into cooking with more than 1 fry pan though, you may want to bring your shore lunch set up. If you are thinking of heading up there drop me a pm. I'll fill you in a bit more. Thanks Frankie - I guess you're into full countdown mode? T minus, what 10? or is it less than that for the Chapleau expedition? Cant wait to see your report this year. PM me and lets see if we can make plans for the big water in July.

majestic- the scenery, the food, the wine - all mahvalous! - but I didn't realise you had frog in ya?

Looks like you guys had a lot of fun and caught some nice fish, that first pic is a beaut Kipawa is becoming one of those " on-the-radar" spots - thanks for posting

nope - edited it and it messed up - ? guess I gots some work to do?

sweet - I see your on your usual side of the boat? Maybe the fish in the new area are righties? Nice ride Terry.

Last year I cashed in a vaca day to take G-man out of school on the last Friday (its p-d day in our board anyway) We had a great day on Lake O. On our family vacation up in Temagami last year he got into bass fishin, so when I asked what he wanted to do this year for our hooky day; he said - Bass fishin, and catch some more walleye ; Hmm, sounds like an excuse for a get away, 'cause for sure by the time the end of June comes around I'll need time off. So, in March I booked a trip to a spot I used to go just North of Marten River. We looked forward to this for months, so as the weather network decided to play the role of joy killer, predicting a cold front rolling in the day before we were schedule to arrive, followed by East winds for the days we were there, I warned G to be ready to work for his fish. Friday morning came, and at 4:15 we were on the road. As we approached the big smoke rain pelted down, - wipers on high, slow way own, watch the boat for hydro-planing.; Dad's spirits sinking as the water levels on the road were rising - but not to be shown We arrived at our destination just before 10:00 - much to the surprise of the new owners. After a brief chat and introductions we were off. We had reserved the boat house; cottage. Usually it is about 2 foot off the water. This year it almost a boat house We decided we would stay in another cottage - just in case it rained again We had to work for what we found - but we did find the shore the walleyes were chasing the bait fish on the first afternoon, bagging 6 in 2 hours 4 of which were below the slot. And G got his bass" Made for a nice supper first night there The sunset that first night was amazing. I think I took about 30 shots. next day dawned much the same - overcast, and cold. winds from the east. We had to work hard for what we got - but we both got a fish worthwhile - G with a PB smallmouth (17 incher) and me with a PB perch (12;) and a match to my PB smallmouth at 19 Sunday dawned with an amazing sunrise I fished for an hour while G, now well worn out, slept in One more small pike came out to play and it was time to pack 'er up and head home before the traffic got busy.</p> Memories made for a life time - for both of us. (now that was weird)

Yup - at least 2 foot higher than normal. We were thinking of stoppin' in to say hi! - just weren't sure if you were up there and no phones where we were. Love the second image - great work! Cheers, Justin Thanks - Not bad for a point and shoot - but those sunsets make it easy to make awe inspiring shots.

Yup - they are seriously addictive.

That first shot is great! Can never get that close down this area.

man they are a nice looking fish, sweet day on the water, sure beat my day hands down

right on Chad - awesome news! how about some pics of the new homestead, just so I am completely envious LOL. And, if the winters stay like they have I may have snow blower for ya - real cheap. 2 years, 1 short appearance.

looks like a great trip. some beauty fish