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Yup, Considered it myself. Might still happen if my ego relaxes. There are many members who have gone this route and quit or joined private sites.

That's why I like fishing with you. I've had the same thing happen and I know for a fact that other members have had it happen (one member had a guy get crazy that he couldn't buy a pike from him!)

(Psssst dude,Ryan, alter the thread title) Considering the love-in you now have with BPS, I bought some there, almost 50% off! I got the ones with the neoprene booties. I trust them more than the booted variety. Good luck. Hope you had good fiddleheads!

Beautiful! I think they are awesome fish.

Agreed, Bad apples are everywhere. Members however, There are some that still post real obvious spots and some that have recently given walking directions to get to a hot spot. I still think that a PM or meeting up with a person to hit a hot-spot is better than simply posting it.

Thanks HH, Actually, Without pointing fingers. It is members that I'm targeting. (and the occasional lurker!) I've been critisized for my conservative views on the subject. I don't know why they disagree with this idea. Thanks for your support.

I posted some of this earlier in response to Xraps post. I find that people have a carefree/careless approach to Urban fishing spots. Some people have boats and some are only shore anglers. It's the shore anglers that I feel are the most threatened here. I've been critical of people not blurring there spots in pictures around TORONTO for the exact reasons that Xrap stated in his post. My second post on OFC showed pics of garbage from anglers on the Toronto Islands at some of the best spots. Some replies from OFNers believed that judging by the evidence, the perpetrator may have gleamed the location from this site. I've been critisized and told that EVERYONE knows that Toronto Islands or Harbourfront areas are no secret. True, but neither are other great fisheries and we protect their obvious landmarks from exploitation. Yes, there are plenty of fish to catch but a shore accessed spot can be taken away if the City or Private owner decides that anglers are problematic. In the past, I have shown backgrounds in my pics and had complaints from members to please be more sensitive. I was a lurker who used YOUR PICTURES to find choice spots to fish. Luckily, I'm a very conscientious angler and try to be as courteous as possible when out and about. When you post a pic with the background which obviously identifyies the background, Someone may come, They may invite more friends/family, annoy the property owners, litter, or worse. Is it really a big deal to take a photo without obvious backgrounds or just blur the background in high traffic areas? We do it for other spots like the Bog or Simcoe. More remote spots are safe. Sadly, A marina I really enjoy fishing at has had it with anglers and is considering banning us. I'll bet a couple harbourfront areas pull the plug on us in over the next few years too. Great. In conclusion, Don't treat urban fishing like a has-been fishing resource. Treat it like your own honey hole. If your harbour fishing, island fishing, Simcoe, Bog, BOQ, etc. feel free to say that you are, just don't give out the EXACT spot. Discuss.....

I've been crirical of people not blurring there spots in pictures around TORONTO for that exact reason. I've been critisized and told that EVERYONE knows that Toronto Islands or Harbourfront areas are no secret. Yes, there are plenty of fish to catch but a shore accessed spot can be taken away if the City or Private owner decides that anglers are problematic. When you post a pic with the background which obviously identifyies the background, Someone may come, They may invite more friends/family, annoy the property owners, litter, or worse. Is it really a big deal to just blur the background in high traffic areas? We do it for other spots like the Bog or Simcoe. More remote spots are safe. I have shown backgrounds in my pics and had complaints from members to please be more sensitive. I was a lurker who used YOUR PICTURES to find choice spots to fish. A marina I really enjoy fishing at has had it with anglers and is considering banning us. Great.

Thanks for the update. I'm planning a canoe trip there at the end of the month. Were all the pike caught on the minnows? Thanks, S

Yowza! Had the same thing happen to me. Unfortunately it's been over 6 months and my finger has not healed (the hook went into my knucle) I think you'll be good real soon. I've breifly met Patrick, very nice man. Good that he was there to help. Get well soon!

Great catch, I learned quickly to change the hold too. I was also reminded to obscure the background of the photo to preserve the spot for future fishing. Sure is a beauty, congrats!

Apparently, if you are topless there is screening mechanism that prevents certain pics to be uploaded. Did you shrink the pic?

I'm out of town most of next week but we'll connect. Beautiful days ahead too, should be good!

Has this been posted?? Thought this was cool. Took the guy for a ride. Wish the whole video was here. MARLIN? SAILFISH? BY KAYAK

Thanks Rick

Did ya use a net?! Nice photos, I thought of hitting some of those spots........ I'm suprized you didn't see more people. It was crazy last year. Kinda turned me off. I'll get over it though and try again, hopefully. Cheers

I love seeing your transition. Waders, Vests, New gear, Tool talk, When are you starting your own show? Actually, that's a good idea..........................

You are definately one dedicated angler! Great job!

I agree. I would use ALL your cash on the baitcaster and wait for the rod to come on sale.

Congrats and condolences. Definately bitter sweet. Wish I had the opportunity to know either of my grandparents much less fish with them. Take it easy. Time to celebrate 25 yrs. You've earned it, I'm sure your Grandad would want that.

We like pics

At this time of year all are good. Follow the same path you took last time.

Hello, anybody? alone, so, alone...... I think I'm on page 3 SEND HELP! .

This was from an article in the NATIONAL POST June 2005 I wonder how things turned out? anyone know? Simcoe activists fear builders will leapfrog Greenbelt One proposed subdivision would be home to 70,000 new residents By Melissa Leong Bob Eisenberg, chairman of the Rescue Lake Simcoe Coalition, said the lake's health has been declining and is vulnerable. He said uncontrolled growth has caused excess phosphorus in the lake. This results in weed and algae growth, which sucks the oxygen from the water -- threatening wildlife and the recreational industry. "The lake is in danger of dying," he said. "If the developments on the board go through, you can kiss Lake Simcoe goodbye." The groups are revealing the results of a public opinion poll today that says 61% of the Simcoe County residents surveyed agreed that poorly planned development is the main reason for the declining health of Lake Simcoe. Of the 501 people surveyed by OraclePoll, 78% said urban development should be directed away from important water sources. "Cottage owners [and] people in the watershed are avoiding using phosphorous-based fertilizers. We who live on the shore build our docks in order not to disturb fish habitats," Mr. Eisenberg said. He said for developers to come in and make large-scale changes to the shoreline while residents work to protect the area "just seems out of whack." Count Floyd says "Oooooo, very scary kids, Arooooooooooooooooooo" Seriously though, this never works out good for the Lake.

That's great news. Backs your original point.