Spiel

....Looks to me like mayfly nymphs.

....Would make for a great episode of the "Twilight Zone". Hope you both had a swell day.

....My grandfather always swore by an old piece of bicycle inner tube (2" square), just draw the leader through it gently, don't want to much friction which will create heat.

....I'll add this Marcus. Learn the basics, keep it simple at first and let your own experiences be your guide. With the basics mastered you'll find yourself guided by where you fish and what your fishing for. You'll adapt and improve to meet those needs. As you improve you'll gain new knowledge and add new techniques on your own , some of your own design (the most rewarding) and some by research and of course asking questions here. Good luck and happy angling.

....You can. Loop to Loop connections Loop to Loop connections Loop to Loop connections The down side is that

....I had a quiet night around the fireplace with my GF and our collective group of four kids. Lots of food and plenty of noise at midnight. No hangover for me. Happy New Year everyone.

....I'd say you did. Happy New Year to you as well Jacques

LOL....Dinky rods are for dinky fish, I excel at that. The two piece rods "fixed" would not even fit in my full size GM van, best leave them the way they are.

....Tippet (leader) length is typically dictated by the type of fishing, long leads for dry flies and shorter leads for wet flies and nymphs. Of course water clarity (or lack of) can also be factored in. Have a look here.

....Well the two rod racks I ordered arrived from Cabelas. I ordered them on the 22rd of Dec and they arrived on the 29th, not bad! Assembled them the following day, no problems. They look great and function well. They do hold my lightest rods and even hold the musky blanks I have on hand. They swivel bases needed a little light oiling to get them spinning freely, no big deal. Over all I'm pleased. Draw backs, well the $39.99 price tag elevated to $71.50 by the time they made it to my door, still less than Cabelas regular price. And like everything else these days they were made in China, isn't anything made locally anymore? Now that I have them loaded up I probably should have asked for 3. Have you received your's yet Solo?

....Dnthmn has got it. Only thing I'll add is learn the Triple Surgeons Knot.

....Actually Brian I haven't worked in near two months! The locked thread had nothing to do with the music, praps I'll tell you bout someday. Now party on folks and Happy New year.

....I think I already said this, this morning Fidel but it's worth repeating.... "....Mmmmm, Mmmmmm, Mmmmmmmmmmm.....whities."

....I'd like to buy an "A" Pat.

....Mmmmm, Mmmmmm, Mmmmmmmmmmm.....whities.

....Welcome aboard Dan, glad to have you around. Oh yes, I took care of that double post thingy.

....I am saddened to hear this Tom, please accept my sincerest condolences.

....Looks like a near gosh darn purrrrr-fect day GCD, 'cept fer those long sleeeeeves! Brrrrrrr.

....Actually Terry that name is banned.

Thanks for the compliments folks. I'm pleased to know you like it Paul and I hope it brings you many years of good fishing. Don't know where I found the time Joey what with all the Christmas shopping and such that I had to get done. But I knew how important it was for you to have it Christmas day and what's done is done. Now if I could just find time to get busy on the rest of them....

....Years ago I used to bring home small ice caught pike for the smoker. They were actually quite good and the numerous small bones easy to remove from the smoked fillets. Might be an option for the smaller pike you're forced (not) to keep?

....You lost me with that last post and the ever changing topic title!. Time to move on................................

One angler has fished them all December 24, 2008 Jeff Gustafson / kenoradailyminer Northwestern Ontario’s two big bass tournaments, the Kenora Bass International and the Fort Frances Canadian Bass Championships, are two of the finest open bass tournaments in North America. No other team events attract the number of anglers, the media attention or the large crowds that these two events garner each year. Neither of these events would be possible without all the fine support they get from sponsors, both local and national, and all the volunteers that contribute countless hours each year to make these events the successes that they are. This past summer, one angler was acknowledged by both tournament organizations for being the only angler who has fished all 21 Kenora Bass Internationals and all 14 editions of the Fort Frances Canadian Bass Championships. That angler is Frank McClymont from Kenora. McClymont has racked up a number of top ten finishes in those years and has had a lot of fun along the way. It should be noted he has no intentions of slowing down anytime soon as he is already signed up for next year’s events. “I have a lot of great memories from each event and it’s tough to pick a favourite, but if I had to, my best memory from the KBI was when my partner Al Carlson and I were picked to be on Team Canada for the first time in the early years of the Can-Am challenge. In those days, the teams were handpicked and always included the Lindners, Izumis and other big name guys so it was fun to be associated with all those accomplished anglers. “As for the FFCBC, my best memory there is without a doubt the first time that my son Terry and I were pulled through the tent in the boat parade on day 3. It is a rush to go through the tent there and to do it with your son makes it that much more special.” The KBI started with 43 teams back in 1988 and the tournament has gone through many changes over the years. McClymont remembers the early years. “That first year, we (all 40 boats) lined up and they fired a shotgun to start us off. Today we have a much safer trickle start. Both tournaments have evolved into first rate professional events that have raised the bar in tournament organizing. As well, both tournaments are led by a very committed group of volunteers with unbelievable community support.” What about the future of these two events? McClymont feels the future of these tournaments is bright but they depend on community support and involvement. “There will always be willing anglers, many of us old-timers and every year there are young kids that keep coming along that have the right stuff to succeed in this sport. The concern I have is the need to attract new people to help with these events. I have had the opportunity to help and fish and both are very rewarding. Sponsorship is also important, especially in these times. Right now, we have solid sponsor support, but these events would not be possible without it. If anybody wants to become involved with these events either as a volunteer or a sponsor, I encourage you to make the call ... We Need You.” Few anglers that fish all the tournaments in Sunset Country have earned the respect and friendships that McClymont has over the years and he should be proud of that. McClymont also noted his success at these events would not be possible without the support from his own personal sponsors Woodlake Marine, Mercury Marine, Lund Boats, Pure Fishing and Northland Fishing Tackle. “I look forward to many more years of pure enjoyment.”

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....ooooh, a tad harsh Glen. In my case not all of the mounts are large (old fish) and the meat was saved for consumption in four of them. The other two, a pair of large cohos (male & female) were destined for a non productive spawn and certain death in a few months from capture. Any good taxidermist will save the meat for you if you ask or as in my case I removed it myself. First thing I asked myself (and so should everyone) in each case was "could the fishery support the removal/harvest". As for vanity well I have a mirror.