Annual Algonquin Report PART 3 of 3

[Ramble]

 

We weren’t back for long, when the rain set in again. We were warm and dry by this point. So we had an early supper and packed a few things for the trip out the next day before heading to bed.

 

When we awoke, the air was down right cold. We found out later it had gone down to about 5 Celsius that night, and frankly it felt like it. Thankfully it was clear and sunny…but I could have done without the breeze blowing. We donned our warmest gear, packed up and headed for home. Fishing along the way of course.

 

I came across this guy within the 1st half hour of the paddle out.

 

Booth Lake Dam

 

The portage out of Booth, was standing room only, and a cluster of canoeists prepared for the portage. We passed straight on by to the dam. Here we fired up the Coleman stove and ate the better part of a loaf of bread with peanut butter and jam for breakfast.

 

Afterwards we portaged over and shot the rapids down to the bottom. The high water made the trip faster, and easier then usual. Although that’s about as much water I’d like to be in the river with heading down stream.

 

Once at the bottom, the people had just got into their canoes after the portage. I must say…I prefer our way better…if only for the toast.

 

We headed on to the access point without a lot of action. We took our time and enjoyed the paddle.

 

We saw some nice water lilies in the morning sun.

 

 

I tossed the torpedo a bit with limited success. So I switched a favorite crank bait I’ve had for years, and found a small pike.

 

 

We continued on and an eagle graced us with its presence.

 

Before we were done we found a couple smallies, all on top water.

 

For one of them I busted out the water proof camera case and went to work. I managed these pictures, which I am quite proud of.

 

 

 

 

We packed the vehicle fairly fast, and had the usual 40 minute chat with the access attendant about all things wildlife and weather.

 

The trip ended up being a success despite the toughest fishing we have had since we started going, and the ever changing weather. I lost a lot of fish this trip. It seemed that I was getting every 3rd fish to the boat, no matter what I did. I switched between braided and 10 pound mono with no difference in the outcome. I switched baits, and played with drag. The fishing gods were not in the mood to make it simple it seems.

 

All-and-all we had a blast and accomplished everything we wanted to do. Can’t wait for next year.

 

Tight lines

 

-R-

 

[EC1]

nice fish and everything. i bet it was an EPIC trip !

 

nice mix of fruits and mushrooms and fungus there. I wonder which ones are magical ?

[Rich Clemens]

Wow ... Finally made through all three parts. No wonder it's 2:05am, must have been in here for hours putting all this up. Great reports RambleOn. Appreciate sharing the trip with you.

[steve_paul]

Great report RO - thanks for sharing your adventure.

 

Amazing photos and great job with the underwater camera.

[Smokey]

Great report. One of the best places in the world to hide out and enjoy nature.

 

Thanks for the report and awesome pics. It was a great read.

 

Mike

[Victor]

Wow! Absolutely stunning pics and amazing report! It was a great read for my morning

 

And that's tough fishing??? lol .... thanks for sharing!!

[solopaddler]

Read all 3 parts, thanks for taking the time to do that.

Just outstanding, and the photograhy is incredible!

[Whopper]

Amazing reports

 

Well done

 

Thanks!

[Basskicker]

I have to agree...some of the nicest photography I have seen in a while...thanks for taking the time to share your epic adventure with us.

 

Jason

[corvette1]

looks like you had a great time nice photos

[ccmtcanada]

Those underwater pics are impressive!!! The fish doesn't look as impressed though....LOL.

 

Thanks for taking the time to put all those reports together....I know it's a lot of work to do so. Looked like an amazing trip!!!

[hoops12]

Great job. Thanks for the morning read!!

[JohnF]

Definitely a ***** report. Thanks.

 

JF

[Leecher]

That was absolutely phenomenal.....you guys sure had a great time in the park

 

Loved the underwater shots.... great job

Thanks for sharing

Leechman

[Joey]

Thanks for all three reports Rambleon. Very entertaining and love all the photography.

 

Joey

[fishnsled]

After reading all three parts, glad my clients cancelled this morning , I'd concider this for post of fhe year. The pictures and story were amazing!! I've never seen half of the plant life you captured, nice to learn something new. The fishing shots were great as well, love the underwater shots. I was wonder what camera you were using and what kind of an underwater housing do you have?

 

Thanks for taking the time to put together such a fantastic report.

[tbayboy]

Amazing photos, just amazing. What a great trip you had and thanks a bunch for taking the time to post all of that, really appreciated.

[1leggedangler]

Beauty report Ramble, learned a ton of new stuff reading that post. Thanks for taking the time. What a great way to spend time with your Pops!

 

Cheers,

1leg

[The Urban Fisherman]

yepp - what they said....awesome dude! I've got to get out with my old man more often.

 

Cheers,

UF

[Moosebunk]

You've outdone yourself Dave.

 

Pics are too awesome bud. Great snaps of some real cool plant-life most people just trample over on their way through.

 

Looking forward to the next one.

[JoshS]

unreal report! i like the how you gave us some perspective on your wildlife surroundings. awesome pics! thanks for taking the time.

Edited August 28, 2008 by JoshS

[JeffBornFishin]

Excellent report!

 

Great camera work...the underwater is a nice change

 

Amazing all the different fungi eh with this wet summer; some amazing looking ones.

 

One trip you will never forget; thanks for the report!

[sharper]

Awesome Report! Sounds like you had a great time. I was there earlier in the year and it wasn't so fun with all the rain we had.

[danc]

Your reports and photography skills are impressive. Moosebunk had some very nice things to say about you last weekend. That can't be a bad thing. Just a great report. Thanks...

[chickenhawk]

nice report! when do we get to see the Kesagami report? lol i would report on Halleys but didnt get enough pictures or keep a journal.....next year hopefully...cant wait to see yours tho....

 

Hawk