Spiel

Definitely something I don't want to see. What happens at Temagami stays at Temagami!

Indeed a beauty rainbow. The solitude sure looks inviting, is that the only hut on the lake?

Damn I soooooo hate you....

I'm glad you took the time to (re)introduce yourself. I look forward to a productive Temagami report.

....and everybody lived happily ever after. The End.

Anglers help other anglers in need February 9th, 2009 Allan Bass / newsdurhamregion.com Caesarea continues to be a hot spot The temperature this time of the year is fluctuating between mild days and those that are downright inhospitable. Last Saturday, we were supposed to receive between one and three centimeters of the white stuff. We ended being dumped on again with five to 10 centimeters of heavy, slushy, hard to shovel snow. This is bad enough in the driveway. But on the lake this can become a real hazard. Those who chose to drag their equipment out by foot to their favourite hole on the ice faired far better than some who drove out onto the ice. The heavy, slushy mess not only caused a problem for some ice augers, but also had many angler’s vehicles stuck out on the lake as well. Even the four wheel drive variety found it especially tough going. These vehicles would be ‘booting’ along and all of a sudden they would hit a large, slushy patch where the water gathered on top of the ice. If they were lucky enough to make it out to their favourite spot, some would be bogged down in the deep snow that covered the many areas of the lake. I witnessed several vehicles being rescued by a big yellow half-track. This good Samaritan dragged many anglers to shore who were stuck out on Lake Scugog. I’m sure all ice anglers would like to voice their appreciation. When you are in the angling community, people help other people in need. That’s one of the great things about the sport of fishing. I broke down last summer and was towed about five miles by a boater who just came out on the lake. He towed me all the way back to the marina and helped me dock my boat. When I offered him some money for gas, he just waved his hand and said, “Pass it on.” As far as fishing is concerned, the past week has seen many good sized eaters taken through the ice. Walleye in the two to four pound size are common and even bigger ones have been reported every couple of days. According to Dave at Causeway Live Bait in Port Perry, the hottest areas continue to be the ice directly adjacent to the boat ramp in Caesarea (10 to 12 feet seems to be the target depth). Ball Point has slowed down a bit but is still producing some good size walleye, especially around dusk. The area straight out from West Shore Marina is also reporting a good catch ratio. Live minnows and shiners seem to be the angler’s choice. Remember be careful out there and have fun. If in doubt, check with the locals. Until next time, I am The Ontario Angler.

Public gets a look at Lake Simcoe Act Feb 09, 2009 Janis Ramsay / www.simcoe.com The federal government has pledged $30 million for the clean up of Lake Simcoe. (from left) Environment Minster John Baird, Barrie MP Patrick Brown, Simcoe North MP Bruce Stanton and Leader of the Government in the House of Commons Peter Van Loan. / Leigh Blenkhorn photo Barrie’s Bryan Bolivar wants to know how the province’s Lake Simcoe Protection Act will affect his job. Bolivar is a stormwater management engineer and as a private consultant he has a professional interest in the act. A public open house on the act was held Feb. 4 at the Southshore Community Centre. About 100 people attended to get a glimpse of what the law entails. The act is meant to protect the plants and fish in the lake, and repair damage that’s been done in the past. It includes reducing the phosphorous in the lake, preventing surface and groundwater runoff, and addressing climate change. The solution calls for a recreation study to look at boat traffic, banning the use of non-native live bait, and improving stormwater run-off. “I’m trying to get a picture of what impact it will have, how it will be implemented at the design level,” said Bolivar. He works with both municipalities and developers and said the biggest challenge will be the dealing with the various levels of review and approval. “It’ll be in the interpretation of the act and its guidelines.” His paycheque hinges on this new law, and knows dealing with stormwater is an important issue. “I’m young enough that I don’t recall when phosphorous wasn’t an issue. I live in Barrie too, and I’m also interested in protecting the lake. If I can help do that through design, that’s a good thing.” Barry Maule, who was there with his family, said he just wanted to learn more. “I’m glad it’s been developed, but I haven’t taken a good look at (the act) yet,” said Maule. He was encouraged by the act’s focus on the reduction of lawn fertilizer, particularly for golf courses. “That just ends up in the lake and we use it for swimming. I have a concern for the lake, and I’d also like to know more about the Allandale marina.” The open house was held so members of the community could voice their concerns or comments about the act. Steve Klose, director of the Lake Simcoe Project with the Ministry of Environment, said he was surprised to see people spending time reading the in-depth act Wednesday night. “I think they want to understand it and determine how it works,” said Klose. “Some people have asked about building a boathouse on their cottage and want to know the impact of the act.” Experts on fisheries, water quality, and government officials were there to speak to the public. “People are encouraged to drop off comments on the act by March 16. We’ll look at them and see how significant they are, if we need to adjust the policies.” Klose said since the transition is underway, many independent landowners have asked how the law will impact them. “Others have said to ‘get on with it’.” Full-day workshops are planned for community members Feb. 6, 9 and 20 and March 4. Anyone is welcome to sign up for them. To look at the act or to sign up for a public workshop, go to www.ontario.ca/lakesimcoe, or call 1-800-565-4923.

Wil Wegman to Host Ice Fishing Seminar at Spring Fishing and Boat Show February 9th 2009 International Centre Mississauga: Focus on Fishing newspaper columnist and award winning outdoor writer Wil Wegman will be hosting an ice fishing seminar on Sunday February 15th from 8am-10am at the Spring Fishing and Boat Show in Aviation Room C. Wegman, who won the 2006 Perch Trap Attack on Simcoe was also a member of Team Canada at the World Ice Fishing Championships in 1991. He has been teaching ice fishing courses at Seneca College since 1987 and for many years has presented his popular ice fishing seminars from Sudbury to Toronto and from Hamilton to Ottawa. Wegman is excited about his seminar at the International Centre. “ I’m especially happy that Lowrance Electronics rep Gerry Heels will accompany me and offer anglers some incredible insight into the Lowrance Units used for ice fishing. He will be sure to offer some great tips on how to maximize their performance during the winter. This will also be the first time we have had the opportunity to host one of the presentations in the special seminar rooms thanks to Show organizers Andy and Vita Pallotta”. Wegman’s power point presentation will focus on ice fishing Lake Simcoe with particular emphasis on how to catch more yellow perch, northern pike, whitefish and lake trout during the winter. “Lake Simcoe is a huge body of water and receives more fishing pressure than any other inland lake in the province. With all that hard water and all those other ice anglers, it can be a daunting lake to try and figure out. I hope ice anglers walk away from the evening having learned a thing or two to help them understand the lake and its fish a little more,” he said. With that knowledge and the tips and tricks Wegman will reveal on how to catch those fish … ice anglers of all skill levels are sure to find the evening both entertaining and rewarding. Draw Prizes will be offered courtesy of HT Enterprises, Rapala/Normark, Berkley/Pure Fishing and Lowrance. Gerry Heels, a Lowrance Electronics rep will be on hand to answer questions about their sonar units. Cost of admission to the Master Angler Ice Fishing Seminar is $12.00 and includes entry to the Spring Fishing & Boat Show. For more details on the Show www.springfishingandboatshow.com

I'm glad to see you were able to put it all together and make it work for you. Dang, those are some fine looking perch!

Funny, Bell Canada called me yesterday to ensure that I was a happy customer. After a few words from the rep to confirm that I had home phone service, internet and cell with Bell I began to unload on him about the poor service with all three and the ever increasing price for this service. I told him I was currently and actively seeking to sever all my ties with Bell and then he hung up.....LOL

All is swell.

Paleeeeeease don't drag me into this. Oh and whenever it is I'll be there.

I'm truly saddened to hear this Ron. Talk to you soon.

Those are some very purdy trout!

Nope, not just you. The Admin team is on it!

I read 'em all.

....That's a nice looking meal just waiting to happen. As for the fish in question the correct name is Cisco. Cisco, Tullibee, Herring

Funny you should mention Cryogenics Wayne. Read this bit in the paper this morning.

Perfect eating size walleye, big fat perch and hard fight'n whities, seems like a perfect outing to me.

Head Creeps

....That's twice today.

Diet and excercise is definitely the way to go!

It's not purdy round here these days, can't even find solitude on the ice during the week! I was informed back in December that my services (30 years worth) were no longer required and was layed off for an indefinite period of time...... From the Hamilton Spectator.... In Hamilton, the unemployment rate jumped to 8 per cent in January, from 7 per cent in December. Statistics Canada says 8,000 jobs have disappeared in the city since October. Among the hardest hit have been Hamilton's steelworkers -- people such as Brock McCulloch, who was handed a layoff notice after putting in 28 years at U.S. Steel Canada's Hamilton plant.

You could go and get yourself a severe bacterial infection in the upper GI, it helped me lose 50 plus pounds in no time flat!