2013's Closed To Fishing.

[Moosebunk]

2013 CLOSED TO FISHING.

Leaving it all here!!! With plenty of pictures, links to the years reports and videos, and decidedly a few less words than usual, this should recap 2013's days on the water chasing after any and all goals and, the great fish that were caught. A multitude of species and angling styles to experience, opportunities for growth, new knowledge, fond memories and big rewards, are things which keep me passionate and always in pursuit of a healthy and driven fishing life. Rarely slowing down, the nearly five years since relocating south to rejoin family and friends at home here in the Ottawa area, fishing has challenged me in so many more ways than I ever could have imagined it would. It's just part of existence really. Many highs and some lows throughout the day to day and upon the water, within the online communities, between friends or alone, the most important lessons have been... to be true, to be real, to be myself, to work hard, to trust carefully, to enjoy more and more, to share with those important, to back down to no one, to speak up, to let go and to leave behind, to continue on with what works, to challenge, to want, to balance, to love, to live, to fish. Along with age and experience comes an importance of trying to honor these long understood lessons, that much more, and to ultimately be happy and hopeful moving forward.

Fishing can take us to great and interesting places.

2014's a coming and so this chapter will close in preparing to fish on.

WINTER

Plenty of days on ice hunting local lakers, along with a few different outings for pike, eyes and whiteys, kept the action through the winter season super steady. With trips to Costa Rica and Maniwaki Quebec too, friends and family alongside we were able to enjoy some serious vacation fun. 2014 the goal is to ice a best lake trout and relive some of the serious numbers walleye and big pike fishing I was once used to up north. With the snow we've been getting, the snowmobile should see some more miles too.

Reports

By Air, Land & Sea in Costa Rica.

http://ontariofishingcommunity.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=67774

Possessed By The Grey.

http://ontariofishingcommunity.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=68395

Every Inch Of 31.

http://ontariofishingcommunity.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=68633

Far Out Groovy Greasers Man.

http://ontariofishingcommunity.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=68831

Videos

Costa Rica Zipling.

Costa Rica Rafting.

Costa Rica Tubing.

Bravo Sunshine Sledding.

Ice Laker.

SPRING

Fished everything possible this past spring. Tried Lake O for lakers and popped a goody, jigged up a pile of 'em too on inland lakes. Early season crappies, opener walleyes, pike, then later bass kept things busy. First time ever taking a couple cracks at spring steel were successful and of course, plenty of miles and miles of toothy gar were my highlights of spring. 2014 I'd be happy just to do it all over again. No trips planned of yet, but trying to make different ideas come together.

Reports

Fishin' Them Purdy Steelheaded Rainbow Trouts.

http://ontariofishingcommunity.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=69080

Releasing A Giant Gar.

http://ontariofishingcommunity.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=69625

Spring Woes & Whoas.

http://ontariofishingcommunity.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=70305

A “Fifty” Gar Salute.

http://ontariofishingcommunity.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=70929

Videos

Giant Gar.

Edited December 24, 2013 by Moosebunk

[Moosebunk]

SUMMER

Squeezing all necessary work inbetween vacations has become the hectic summer ritual. Busy ER's, two trips to Nipigon and one to Kesagami put me on tilt this past summer, yet it wouldn't happen any other way. The preparation and efforts I have always shouldered for my family and friends has been a labour of love over the years, and despite the odd freeloader who takes advantage, most everyone has been helpful and thankful during those planned fishing vacations. Len and Leah's trip alongside to Nipigon, later Bren's trip with me to Kesagami, and finally an unforgettable pounding on Nipigon specks with good friend Mike, the right people made the right memories for 2013.

Reports

Nipigon’s Virtues.

http://ontariofishingcommunity.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=70646

Kesagami Reflections.

http://ontariofishingcommunity.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=71508

Just The Specks.

http://ontariofishingcommunity.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=71977

Videos

Onaman River Ride.

Len’s Nipigon Laker.

Kesagami Lake.

AUTUMN

Couple of fall reports still kinda fresh online, it seemed a quick season ending with early snow. Friends often aboard the Lund, the company was great many times over. Set out early for muskie and had best results by a landslide. The Quinte walleye bite was fast and furious, and some exercise for steel capped things off nicely. Leah came out as well, fishing all four seasons with her dad; having my youngest interested is something I hope continues. Hopefully 2014 when looking again for those muskies I find 'em too.

Reports

My Best BIG Bad Mooskie.

http://ontariofishingcommunity.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=71662

Autumn Rush.

http://ontariofishingcommunity.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=72410

Videos

Float Tube Diddy.

Proud of the fishing life created and work hard at it because I love doing it so much. It has been this way since the first day float-tubing in a May ice flow on the Attawapiskat, and on through the years alone when once home in the north, exploring further into the James Bay wilderness to find a path with fishing. It was during those times when realizing just how incredible and important it all is for me, to be a part of it and to continue on with it. And so, thanks for kindly sharing it along the way.

Alone, or with family & friends, this coming year we'll all continue to enjoy our fishing.

Happy Holidays & Best to All in 2014.

Bunk.

[Roy]

OK Drew....I just skimmed over this and I must say, I need a meal and a few beers before I even attempt to take it all in. You are a master at this and anyone here who wants to learn about how to fish and presents reports should download this report and record it for safekeeping. Thank you Drew. This is the best Christmas present you could have given me.

[manitoubass2]

Bunk you sure have a way with the camera, and an eye for the beauty in nature! Guess your a decent angler too lol. Amazing report!!! Ill be looking it over a few times, as i do with all your reports. Merry xmas to you and yours and have a great new years as well.

[limeyangler]

Absolutely awesome Drew. Some truly beautiful shots that encapsulate everything this site is about, thanks for taking the time again to inspire us.

 

Oh….and happy HO HO to you and yours from mine and me.

Edited December 24, 2013 by limeyangler

[ehg]

Us fishing enthusiasts are lucky you provide the best of (largest, multi-species) fishing in Ontario

 

 

I like how you target the spots where the biggest fish are most accessible seasonally.

 

I remember a decade ago seeing posts elsewhere by you.

Now the biggest musky in the world are on your doorstep.

Awesome to see you putting your skills to the test and then sharing with the community.

 

Many thanks.

Edited December 24, 2013 by ehg

[leaf4]

Awesome recap! that little tuna has a beautiful look to it

[Skud]

It will be tough to beat a year like this one but I am sure you will have fun trying.

[NAC]

So many great fish in just one season, with unreal photos to relive the memories. Very nice!

 

The speckies really intrigue me but I'd love a shot at those big gar.

 

All the best in 2014!

[Moosebunk]

Thanks fellas. Appreciated. Never left Ontario this past year and that says something about our great fishing opportunities. From an hours drive or less, to one full long days tour north, south or west, it's incredible the trophy fisheries available. Having the options these past few years to hit the road and try anything is something quite enjoyed.

 

Roy, TJ & Mods. Thanks for keeping this great place afloat for all of us over the years. For myself and the reports, most have always been supportive and kind when dropping a line, it's lead to some good things. In times when it seems many other sites are slowing down or folding up, it has to be both the membership and leadership of a site that keeps people interested and keeps it going. A week, sometimes a day doesn't go by when many of us have to make time to pop in here and see what's up with the people who make this "a community." Thanks again for providing this place for us all. Happy Holidays.

[johnnybo1]

Hey moose,

 

Amazing reports almost like Reading a book, keep doing what your doing you inspire me!

 

Merry X-Mas and happy Newyear.

 

Johnnyboy

[Joey]

Once again a stellar report and the pictures are truly magical!

 

Thanks for sharing it with us.

[corvette1]

drew what an awesome year the over the top fish a giant ski congrats can't say any more

[lew]

Outstanding year as always Drew, we've come to expect nothing more.

[DropShot'r]

I've said it before, I'm reading a few more chapters of the greatest story I have ever read.

 

Thanks for taking the time to put this together...

 

Steve

[Terry]

thought I had a good year

 

till I saw that

 

 

now maybe I had a poor year

 

great report