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I know Roy.... HH

Yah, I do remember Roy! Quite vividly at that. And I will accept that I wrote that and take my lumps, if you will... so, after having eaten a appetizer of crow for my dis-taste of that thread, I will however suggest that I do believe that what I said has merit, regarding holding large Pickereyes in that manner. There are many folks here who do not have experience and will copy what they see respected anglers do... that was the intent of my post... Can someone please pass the fish crisp... I prefer my crow to be battered! HH

Stoty, I know that you are not suggesting that folks track their lures a 60ft! But, some folks may not know that and as a "guide" on this board, you must take responsibility for what you write... so folks, if I may, let me clarify what Stoty is saying... you may mark fish from say 40 to as much as 90 ft, but hooking Pickereyes below 30ft of water is almost certainly a death sentence for the fish... Let's keep those bait above 30 ft, shall we!? I'd like to catch them next year as well. HH

I can hear the spines popping from here! HH

Hey Lew, Take a look, as some have mentioned, at buying a floater jacket and getting the bib pants separately. I have a Mustang Bomber jacket and Boy o Bouy bib pants... all were gotten from Cabella's... I use the jacket year round as my floatation and only use the pants during cold weather. You should be able to find pants that fit you. I really like the two piece system as it allows for free and easy movement and I don't find it cold in any way. According to the Mustang site, if memory doesn't fail me, the two piece system doesn't really limit the effectiveness of a one piece suit. HH

Monday morning bump! (For those who don't know, but might be interested!) HH

Will do Lloyd! Good to see that you got the group back together... should be fun! HH

You're too kind Joey! And no, I wouldn't call you a fool! At least not until we get dropped off back at Perfect Vue! Just a joke folks, just a joke! HH

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I don't know Lew... all I can say is what was said to me. I was not asked how many people I needed a cottage for...I was told in no uncertain terms that there were no cottages available for that weekend... and I called at around 11:00am, yesterday. I'm wondering if there may be a "non drinker" who wouldn't mind picking up some drunken fools and driving us to Merlands so we can at least get some time together as a group... but I suspect that there aren't that many fools around! HH

That is indeed, very good news! I know first hand how much work is involved with helping kids like Tyler and I tip my hat to his parents for their dedication to their son! Thanks for posting this Beans! HH

Well, your at least partially right Phil, we really aren't that far, but we certainly are far enough away based on the volumes of BEER that are going to be consumed and knowing the group I'll be with, no one is going to volunteer to be the DD! RE the shirt... as a wise mod once said to me... "You know joe, not everyone could get away with wearing a shirt like that" HH

Well Brian, I would say based on my experience of yesterday, they are not off to a good start! I followed up with them this morning, trying to understand how I was refused a cottage, only to find out that both Joey and Lew were able to book, when I was refused hours earlier... After much appologizing for the "mix up" I'm still left scratching my head. So, we will have yet another dis-funtional GTG as again this year, we will not be together as a group. HH I hope the Quinte Fishing board group like beer!

Well Joey, you must have more magic than me, cause I called at around 11:00am today. A gentleman answered the phone and practically laughed at me when I inquired as to cottages available for the weekend of Nov. 19, 20 and 21st. Hmmmm... don't really know what to think of this?! HH

I called Merlands this morning, they say they are booked solid for the weekend of the 19th, 20th and 21st. NO COTTAGES AVAILABLE!!!! I have booked myself and Bitsmith into Perfect Vue for those dates. I believe that they have more cottages available... they can be reached at 613 354 3001. FishnSled, my cottage sleeps four, should you be able to get away! HH

OMG... I can't believe how some of you guys make it through the day. A musky is a fish, nothing more, nothing less. Some folks have made helpful suggestions; others act like the OP came close to killing their first born! It's starting to get difficult to tell the "pin" guys from the musky guys... take a deep breathe guys! This nit picking is getting to be too much! I'm just glad he didn't get it on a marshmellow! HH Ps... Terry, your killing me here! LOL

Well, thanks to the both of you for replying... however, given that I have spoken to BOTH OF YOU TODAY, your insight into the weekend is well, moot! Anyone else care to toss their two cents in? HH

Hey guys, I am trying to get my life organized and in doing so, I have to start to book the time for the GTG. I know that there has been a bunch of stuff said and what not, but let's cut to the chase here... is it happening and if so, when? At this point I don't really care if we are in the same place or not, it seems that we are hard pressed as a group to agree on much. Is it possible to at least agree upon a date? Man, it seems like we are trying to heard cats here! HH

Tehy will all claim to have "problems" and the company and union will cover the cost associated with their abuse programs... I gotta admit that I'm not at all surprised by this as I did work at Ford for a few summers. HH

Congrats to both of you, especially Paul for his obvious luck! My wife and I celebrated our 17th anniversary on Friday the 24th so I will probably rememberyou aniversary as well... we had our wedding date engraved inside our wedding rings, so I technically should be able to remember!LOL HH

Thanks for posting that one Nipfisher! Killing ourselves laughing at that one! HH

You beat me to it Sinclair! HH

Garry, I appreciate your insights into tackel as you without a doubt, put many more hours on your equipment then most... please keep 'em coming! For me, as I simply don't have the time to fish as much as I would like, getting away with a cheapie is my game plan. Simply put, I won't put enough time on a reel to really put it in a position to fail, at least not in the short term. I have been hearing some good things about the new Abu's and at a price point of around $40.00, they will suit my needs for the foreseable future. I can't say enough BAD things about myQuantum PTi... ok, it has a good drag on it! HH

I hear yah G! I pity the poor dude who tries again and you get ahold of 'em... HH

1. Flour, Egg wash, Panko style bread crumbs 2. Flour, Egg wash, instant mash potato mix Fry at 325 degrees until golden brown. Enjoy! HH