Spiel

That's definitely something you should consider Jacques. Once the lure is constructed with a plastic type lip you can fine tune it by trimming as needed. Also if it ever breaks off it can be replaced with a little effort.

I think you should call it "The Intruder", nuff said.

Geeeez, I'm afraid to even say "looks good." I'll go with nicely done.

Thanks everyone. It's not something I'd ever tie for actual use but since I was sort of challenged by Art I thought what the hell, I'll give it a whirl. You sir are most generous, very kind of you! I will indeed put it away for the trip to Lakair. Funny you've never needed an excuse before.

Here you go Art. It's a little bigger than most mosquitoes (except in the north) but it's the smallest hook I had on hand.

There'll be no talk of spring here till I've at least had one opportunity to get on the ice this season.

That's the one.

To the best of my knowledge Floyd Hales is the only one on Simcoe offering ice bungalows. According to their ad in my lastest OOD his bungalows sleep 4. You can verify this at his toll free number.... #1-800-363-4704

That stinks.

Definitely aluminum!

It'll be GREAT to see y'all again, assuming of course I can be there.

That's a tank, a hog a genuine pig. Okay it's a carp but it's a big'n. Thanks Chris (& Wayne).

Panther Martins, been working for me for over 30 plus years.

Please do.

Hey I work on a mill that's reputed to be one of the best cold rolled automotive steel producers in North America and hopefully I'll be back to work there soon.

You might be surprised at how well they work on big lakers too.

If they seem uninterested in the above killers baits try a small 1" micro tube in white. May take some effort to get it down (use light line) but it can often pay off big time!

Got that one in an e-mail the other day, very funny.

That'd be cool Aaron, hopefully I can manage a day or two before the season closes. Don sure knows his game, anyone new to the game would be wise to spend a day with him. And no I haven't talked to him in some time but I should.

Thanks guys and Joey. I'd like to tell you it's a labour of love but I'd be lying, it's just labour. I'll respond to a few of the comments in order to keep it somewhat brief.... For those that I didn't quote your comments are truly appreciated, thanks again. Good job your head wasn't in the way. Patience and boredom which is compounded by spending the time tying them. Got a spare bedroom? When I'm done with him I hope to do a few for myself. Simple Minds. SHUTUP! Bigger ones coming. Yep, bout an hour each Aaron. What lake is that? I can do that! I told you Roy, to late!!!!!!!!!!!

$7.50

Dang! I was certain I knew what the question was going to be.

Vanilla Ice Cream.....Did I win?

For what it's worth Lew, I had a friend who did his in Corian some 20 years back, beauty stuff. Invisible seams, easily repaired and improves with age. Something I'd consider if I'm ever able to redo my kitchen.

Ice-fishing derby to have estimated $30K in prizes January 26, 2010 KEVIN McSHEFFREY / www.elliotlakestandard.ca Those looking for some heavy-duty outdoor recreation could have their dreams come true at the Fourth Annual CTV Ice-Fishing Derby. The ice-fishing derby will be held on Horne Lake, and it runs from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Feb. 27. The entry fee is $100 per hole, and the prizes are enormous. The top prize for the longest fish is half of the amount they take in with the entry fee. Last year, Edwin Chiblow of Blind River left the derby and his prize was $14,250. In the 2008 derby, an Elliot Lake woman, Cher Palin, won $13,750. Last year, 290 people entered the event. The first 250 people to register and pay the fee will be entered into an early bird draw for an Argo 8x8 Frontier 650. Mark Hutchinson, of the Elliot Lake Masonic Lodge 698, says the prizes will be awarded at the Collins Hall beginning at 4 p.m. on Feb. 27. He adds this year they are also going to have more door prizes instead of one big one. However, the door prizes are not small. They include a gasoline-powered ice auger, a portable ice hut and a camping package. "We're going to be spending the same amount of money as last year (on the door prizes). "The idea is to get more people to go home with prizes." He hopes to attract 300 ice anglers at this year's event. Hutchinson says that even with the fishing derby prizes, there will be slightly fewer than last year, but they will be bigger. The derby prizes include a canoe, gasoline-powered ice auger, cordless tools sets and more. He estimate that the total prize list is worth more than $30,000. For those who want to munch out on the ice, the new Elliot Lake search and rescue team will host a barbecue lunch. Hutchinson says the barbecue is a fundraiser for the Elliot Lake search and rescue team. The activities starts off with a pre-registration event on Friday at the Mason's Lodge at 171 Spruce Avenue at 7 p.m. when the Ministry of Natural Resources will host a seminar on catch and release. For those with a hardy appetite on Saturday, there will also be a breakfast at the Mason's Lodge from 8 to 10 a.m. The price is a donation, says Hutchinson. There will also be a spaghetti supper at the Collins Hall following the derby. Tickets for the spaghetti supper are $10 and available at the door or in advance. There will be a dance at the Collins Hall at 9 p.m. with the music Hotel California, an Eagles tribute band. Entry to the dance is $10. Participants will be able to park along Highway 108, but this year people will also be able to park at the Centennial Arena. The tickets to enter the derby are available at the Welcome Centre in the Lester B. Pearson Civic Centre and at the Elliot Lake Trading Post. The Welcome Centre accepts cash, debit cards or major credit cards while the Elliot Lake Trading Post accepts cash only. Hutchinson recommends those taking part in the derby arrive at Horne Lake by 10 a.m. The fishing derby is being held by the Elliot Lake Masonic Lodge and the City of Elliot Lake. Local businesses are also helping with the prizes. Hutchinson says the money raised will go back into the community. The event is also part of the Elliot Lake Winterfest 2010. For more information, call the Elliot Lake and District Chamber of Commerce at 848-7737.