Joey Posted June 25, 2011 Report Share Posted June 25, 2011 (edited) Well another Lakair G2G has come and gone and we had a great time once again. The weather could have cooperated a bit better for us and we now have the task of unpacking all our sopping wet camping gear (if we get a sunny day sometime soon). Our trip started Friday morning, June 17th and we made it up by noon and were set up by 3 p.m. or so. The usual suspects were already there and I took as many pics as I could of the OFC motley crew So I'll start with the people pictures: And Roy, to say you were missed is an understatement bud The fish fry was delish as always, not sure what Sam is doing in the background here, praying to fish Gods maybe LOL! Redneck meat grinding at its finest Isn't this the cutest picture!!!! Okay, on to the Wildlife, or is that what I just did I have to say, I took some great shots and had some great opportunities to take shots, but it was dark and dismal for most of the rest of the days we spent up there, so I did my best lightening the photos to make them viewable. There were some sunny moments, few and far between, but for the most part, very bad photo taking weather. But here goes with what I could salvage from them. These eagle shots were not my best from a moving boat, but I got a few better ones later the next evening at dusk. Not really sure why this heron was so high up in this tree, kind of a dive to get some minnows if you ask me! The Eyes have it!!! continued....... Edited June 25, 2011 by Joey Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joey Posted June 25, 2011 Author Report Share Posted June 25, 2011 So, as I said, it rained ALOT, so here are some related water shots and some scenery and other random shots. Okay, now on to the fishing, which was not too bad, we targeted musky and caught alot of pike. We even tried for pickerel a few nights but due to the high levels of pollen in the water and the recent shad fly hatch, that was mostly just a few relaxing evenings in the boat. Paul did manage to catch an old rod and reel, that stunk to high heaven, and I caught a mussel As you have probably heard, I also caught myself That was a learning experience in how things can go bad very fast. I was fishing with Brian, Betty and TJ in the pike tourny and we forgot the net. We were down to the wire and only had 1/2 hour left and no fish on board. I finally got a pike on and TJ said he would grab it, but I had worries this fish was not going to make it into the boat so I said, its not too big, I'll just flip it in the boat. I raised my rod and lifted the pike over the boat and as I did that, she spit the hook and landed on the deck. TJ picked her up and put her in the livewell and at that point I felt pain in my arm, looked down and saw the hook in there - DEEP!!! The guys were great and Brian yelled, pack it up, we're heading back. TJ cracked his usual jokes to keep me calm and Betty was there comforting me and helping me to try to keep my arm steady as the hook went under the muscle and was hitting tendons and nerves. OUCH!!! Every wave we hit was another new pain. I really want to give a HUGE thank you to Betty for grabbing the bull by the horns and taking me to the hospital in record time. Kevin cut the lure (one of my homemade lures too boohoo) and then the guys took a look and said no way I'm gonna get that out. So Betty ran to her car and plunked me in the passenger seat and we were off. I must say the Sturgeon Falls hospital did a quick removal job and we were in and out in about a half hour THANK YOU BETTY!!!!! It healed up pretty good tho, but I do have a funny tan now! So, where were we, oh ya, back to fishing. I did manager to get a nice little 25.5 inch musky!!!! And we caught alot of pike... We also ate well and had some great nights around the campfire. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NAW Posted June 25, 2011 Report Share Posted June 25, 2011 This was the Lakair report i was waiting for. Great pics Joey! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Leecher Posted June 25, 2011 Report Share Posted June 25, 2011 You better work on the forearm tan of yours looks odd to say the least Glad you are fine now you are getting real good at capturing the moment in them pics Great report Joey and enjoyed it Thanks for sharing Leechman Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Handlebarz Posted June 25, 2011 Report Share Posted June 25, 2011 Great Thread Joey sorry about the hook thing but the rest looked amazing Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Roy Posted June 25, 2011 Report Share Posted June 25, 2011 Wow, some beautiful shots, Joey! Great report I'm gunna have to look at that one a little more closely. I feel like I was there....kinda. Thanks Hon. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
misfish Posted June 25, 2011 Report Share Posted June 25, 2011 Awesome pictures J. Great weekend, and as far as taken care of you.Thats what friends do. BTW,apparently I have been talking in my sleep since that day,,,,,,,,,,,,I WANT A PRO V. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lew Posted June 25, 2011 Report Share Posted June 25, 2011 Welcome home Joey and the pictures turned out excellent. Always nice to see you guys and really good to hear your arm is healing up OK, that was just plain nasty. We stopped by your camp Tuesday morning to say good-bye but didn't see any signs of life so just kept on going. Did you happen to see the moose that was hanging around the hiway just 1000' north of the camp on Tuesday ?? When we passed by she was only 50' off the side of the road, and of course my camera was in the boat. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joey Posted June 25, 2011 Author Report Share Posted June 25, 2011 Lew, I heard about the moose, but was busy sawing logs so did not get the opportunity to see it. Too bad your camera was in the boat Brian, you can come and enjoy a day of fishing with us any time you want, you could even drive the Pro V if you want Thanks again and yes, that is what friends are for. You two are great friends for sure Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Terry Posted June 25, 2011 Report Share Posted June 25, 2011 (edited) Great report and fantastic photos but there is one thing I don't understand I see many photos of people starring lovelorn over Roys Picture how come no photos of them starring at pictures of me with sadness in their eyes...... LOL I am must make it to that G2G, it just never works out Edited June 25, 2011 by Terry Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rod Caster Posted June 25, 2011 Report Share Posted June 25, 2011 Favorites: -The USA eagle pose -Big hairy spider -musky shot -the cute kid and the ass shot was funny! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ehg Posted June 25, 2011 Report Share Posted June 25, 2011 One of the best reports i've seen here in last 8 yrs or so. The bald eagle pics are awesome. Have seen more bald eagles in reports this year than ever. Great to see. The sunsets, weather pics, assorted wildlife pictures, pike/musky and great company make this look like an incredible adventure for you. Thanks for taking the time to share this with us. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
misfish Posted June 25, 2011 Report Share Posted June 25, 2011 how come no photos of them starring at pictures of me with sadness in their eyes...... Funny you say that bud. I thought forsure I was going to see you up there the way Wayne was jibber jabb,n. And yes,you nned to get yer butt up there,with the mrs,s. So J,if I ask for the boat for a weekend,can I come and pick it up? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jewelbee Posted June 25, 2011 Report Share Posted June 25, 2011 Awesome Joey! Good too see you guys. I can't wait for next year. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rich Clemens Posted June 25, 2011 Report Share Posted June 25, 2011 Paul and Joey's excellent adventure. Glad to see you folks made it home OK - although quite wet. We hit a heavy downpour around Parry Sound that slowed us a bit. Awesome report as always and some excellent pics. Hope to see you guys again next year. AND - thanks for sharing your campfire with us a couple evenings. Dang, that steak and lobster really looked good. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Whitespinnerbait Posted June 25, 2011 Report Share Posted June 25, 2011 Awesome !! :worthy: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shorty Posted June 26, 2011 Report Share Posted June 26, 2011 Was very nice to see you guys again, thanks for sharing your fire with us a few nights. Great report & wicked pics!! Looking forward to next year G2G!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spincast Posted June 26, 2011 Report Share Posted June 26, 2011 (edited) great pics Joey - I feel the pain of that hook after mine last year. nothing at first and then OWWWWWWW, Edited June 26, 2011 by spincast Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
corvette1 Posted June 26, 2011 Report Share Posted June 26, 2011 awesome trip and pictures the eagle looks cool but the hook in the arm ouch Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BillM Posted June 26, 2011 Report Share Posted June 26, 2011 Joey, awesome pics!!! That muskie is a beaut! Glad the hook didn't do any damage to ya Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HTHM Posted June 26, 2011 Report Share Posted June 26, 2011 (edited) wow great shots. looks like a fun group of people. C You must be new here...... However those are some very good photographs Edited June 26, 2011 by HTHM Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mercman Posted June 26, 2011 Report Share Posted June 26, 2011 Excellent Photos Joey ! And a well documented Report of Lakeair.Those nature pics are awesome ! Thanks for sharing Paul Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TroutnMuskieHunter Posted June 26, 2011 Report Share Posted June 26, 2011 Great pictures Joey!! ....looks like you guys had a great time!....I love the way you're holding that Muskie up for the picture LOL.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mistyriver1 Posted June 26, 2011 Report Share Posted June 26, 2011 Awesome pictures Joey. Great to see u guys again. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Homer Is King Posted June 27, 2011 Report Share Posted June 27, 2011 Awesome pics highlighting what looks like an awesome trip! Thanks for sharing! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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