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Ditto!

I was given a pound of weed butter recently but somehow didn't think it a wise choice for my pasta dish .... lol I actually have no idea what to do with it.

Picked up a couple packs a week or so back at my local Metro Doug. They were delicious, definitely going to see if I can get a few more packs.

Mmmmm, Scallops. Seasoned then seared in Tallow and served on a bed of Linguine tossed in fresh Lime, Ghee, Capers and fresh cracked Peppercorns. Simple and delicious!

I think the reason I still love ice fishing so much after 50 years is that I can study a hydro-graphic chart at home, use that knowledge to walk out on the ice with a compass and a destination toting a hand auger, a stick wound with mono, a handful of lures and usually come home with dinner. 😊 Don't get me wrong, I have most all of today's modern toys and gadgets to aid me when I'm out, but somehow the above scenario seems greatly more rewarding at the end of the day. Just saying.

No doubt you'll dial it in for your needs Brian, may it serve you well for many years.

Congrats Pal. Assuming it's most likely a 12 volt transom Brian, I'd suggest if I may a pair of DC Batteries hooked up in parallel if you don't already have them and put them up front to keep the bow down for better steering and the motor running all day. Good luck on the White opener.

Welcome to OFC, you'll find a vast amount knowledge is held here amongst our membership. Best of luck on your goal this year.

Good for a change. Made a report the next day, you can read it here.

Rick and I are planning for a morning outing Bill, but the good green water is literally blowing offshore right now as I type.

Thanks Barry. It's been far too long Barry since I dropped a line in your old stomping grounds, good times, good memories.

Thanks CM, no not spoons, they didn't move a fish this morning. Body baits slow, slow.....trying to keep keep it under 2.4 on the GPS.

Well the inaugural voyage went well this morning, bit of a late start but lines in around 8:30 and lines out at 1pm. It took about 30 minutes to put a program together and once we had it dialed in we did pretty good. My buddy truly had it dialed and at one point had a 5 fish lead on me. I had 4 fish move my rods but only one connected and it was quickly lost. In the closing hour I finally nailed one to avoid the Skunk followed by one more for greaser for my buddy who started the day with 2 greasers before we found where the Kings were lurking. Big fish of the day as probably 22 plus, not bad for an early Spring King. Water temps 44 to 46, staying in 46 was key and no surprise that body baits were the ticket.

Thanks John, we were.

Thanks Bill. I too have an IM6 sitting here (stripped bare) for myself. I'll get to it to some day, I hope. I'm also sure I could fix you up but you need to know up front that the beautiful Mahogany colour of the blank will almost certainly be lost in the process. It'll more resemble an IMX once done. If you're okay with that, reach out via PM at your leisure.

Hoping the forecast holds true for this years inaugural launch on Lake O's south shore tomorrow morning.

"And I'm clueless.. litterally lol" NO COMMENT LOL The best months imo is July /August when fish are big and patterns fairly consistent.

30 people came in for day the John, they left me a small bowl of Chili for my own dinner. I may need to invest in a bigger pot.

I'm itching to get down there Steve, bit of slow start this year for me. Hopefully I'll scratch the itch next week. This was April 8th 4 years ago, in a T shirt no less. Back to the OP, yes cut bait is best imo.

And 6 dozen Pickled Eggs John and when it's all gone I'll send them all back home to their wives.

Long day nursing this one to completion in my 20 Quart pot. It'll chill until Saturday morning then rewarmed for my customer appreciation open house.

I found this interesting article and it was not behind a paywall, hoping it's not for members here as well. If you find it is, clear your browsing history and try again. https://www.thespec.com/news/hamilton-region/flashbacks-hamilton/saving-paradise-the-long-road-to-rehabilitate-cootes-paradise/article_d3e20ec7-cbe3-5999-8fd1-c7526bf42694.html

Thanks Bill

Thanks BE

Thank you