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+1 I've had a few local holes that I frequent that just started getting busier. Last weekend though was just ridiculous. I knew it was the start of free disgusting week, but the one hole I thought for sure would be quiet - had about 20 lines in the water - all of which were keeping EVERYTHING they could land.

Nice! I went fishing alone (for the first time) for a few hours the other day. OMG what a difference! Having the company is fun and all - but sometimes just too distracting. It was nice to be able to just ease back and collect my thoughts, or pack up and move whenever I wanted to.

Bragging rights for life LOL

At first glance, that probably would've scared the bejesus outta me LOL

I don't know what my reaction would be like if I pulled a goldfish out of the waters LOL

Thanks again everyone for the tips d_paluch - hopefully see you at a TM3 meet. I haven't really been on lately. But I go by "Default User" on those boards.

LMAO

He's probably renting it out cheap now (in case anyone was looking for a vacation spot)

d_paluch - thanks for sharing the pic! I guess the Mazda3 is more common on these boards than I thought LOL (is anyone here on TM3 forums?) Did you just use regular plywood from HD, and did you wrap the carpet all the way around (or just on top)? I saw the portaboats, but having a mortgage and car payments and being married with a second child on the way - I can't justify the extra expense Hopefully I'll be able to move up soon and get a more proper fishing boat. But that won't be until I get a vehicle that can tow it

Thanks for all the tips, everyone License is definitely a must. Not just because it's a regulation, but it couldn't hurt to have the knowledge required to pass the test. yush_gta - that's a nice set-up you got. Just seeing that pic gets me all gitty. Safety kit is a must, as my soon-to-be-6 year old girl loves fishing, and I plan to bring her out with me. Already got matching PFD's Great tip on using the dumbbell weight. Im sure one of my buddy's have a 10lb lying around collecting dust. I would like to get at least a 30lb thrust trolling motor. Any suggestions on what to look for if buying used? Total newb question...but Whats the circuit Breaker for? ...and here's a vid of some guy explaining how he made the wooden floor for his inflatable

I've been there a few times. It's more of a family friendly environment. But bernie66 is right. It's gone downhill in the past decade with gobies and Zebs and overfishing (IIRC wasn't there a few cases of tipping a few years back) It's probably an advertising promo to get people out there again. They probably even mentioned how to "exactly" get there.

I figured with a 2 or 3 piece floor kit, I can mount that on the roof rack and then mount the inflatable on top of it. Then strap it all down. This will leave room in the hatch for all the other gear. Plus by roof mounting it - I won't have to worry about getting the hatch all wet, dirty, muddy, etc. (it's still the daily driving, grocery getting, family run-around vehicle) Those Sea Eagles look awesome! Do you have a motor on it?

No not yet. Just opened it up - laid it out on the floor and pretended to paddle and cast LOL

So I must've done something right, because today, the wifey surprised me with a SeaHawk 4 inflatable. I drive a little Mazda hatchback, conveniently equipped with a roof rack for hauling some snowboards in winter and those oversized home reno and camping gear in summer. I've been looking for ways to get off of shorelines, but my car is too small to tow anything. In fact, the manufacturer says that my car has ZERO towing capabilities. So I've been hunting for canoes, inflatable pontoons, etc. But a lot of them were either in need of TLC or simply out of budget. My only other option was a Sevylar / Intek inflatable - which have plenty of YouTube vids on how to outfit them. Now I know it's not the anglers first choice in fishing boats, but it gets me off the shoreline, and doubles as a "family-fun" beach toy. I have no intention on taking it out on big lakes or choppy waters. So after searching on ideas, I've decided on outfitting this with a wooden floor, transom mount trolling motor, and maybe find ways to MacGuyver in better seating with pocket compartments / cup holders. My question here is, how many people here use these inflatables, where are some good places to use it, and what have you done to customize yours?

I went to http://www.thebirches.ca/ on Labor day weekend. its right on Lake Joseph in the Muskokas you have the option of renting a full cabin or stay in the Bed & Breakfast. - The B&B is really nice. My wife (typical city girl) and 4 year old daughter (princess diva in the making) found it VERY comfortable. - there are 2-bedroom and 4-bedroom cottages for rent - You can rent a 12-14'er with a 10hp motor for the day - but they also have a launch for your own boat. - there is a firepit on the property PS - the website makes it look very dated and dingy - but we were pleasantly surprised with how beautiful the property is

rented a place there during the Labor Day weekend Found it frustrating to cast there - EVERYONE WITH PROPERTY ON THAT LAKE seems to have speed boats, jet-skis, etc. and love to rip it. My daughter caught her first fish off the dock (smallie) with live bait and a bobber. I caught a nice 2lber using the same technique earlier in the morning. You'll need to go deep for Lakers - but as mentioned - you just need to re-rig for the ciccumstances

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Looks like everyone had an awesome time!

Sweet!!! Thanks for sharing the pics

I can't believe how active this board is Thanks for the warm welcome @GBW - I'm by Scarb/Pickering area (near the Toronto Zoo) I usually head to FBay, DCreek, or WM for a little time killing cast. Golf is something I picked up durin my "suit" days. Hard to give up now because a lot of my buds are just starting to get into it - and they suck! It's just too much fun watching them mess up so bad. (alcohol may be a factor in their playing ability, though) Thanks again folks I'll post some pics of the minnows I catch LOL

Just a quick intro. I'm new to the boards, and just wanted to say "Hi" and apologize in advance for my Newbieness In no means am I a pro angler, but love to toss line whenever possible. Used to go weekly when I was a kid - but them I hit puberty, met girls, and, well....that was that. Years later I got married, had a kid, bought a house....and now I look for every chance possible to go fishing, play golf, whatever gets me some "ME" time LOL I grew up on live bait and spinner rods - but hoping to learn some techniques here that I can pass on to my 5 year old daughter (and hopefully my future kids) -Eric