Walleye'm Fishing Posted April 10, 2014 Report Posted April 10, 2014 I went ice fishing a bunch of times this year with my main fishing partner, my 4 year old son Nicolas. Nico has been fishing with me since he was 2 years old. I got out 17 times since the beginning of January and Nico joined me on 9 trips. Now that he is 4 years old, he considers himself an ice fishing expert who knows all the ins and outs of the sport. His favourite part of the setting up process is scooping the slush out of every hole. When the fishing was slow and the snow was sticky enough, we'd build a snowman. Our first time out this winter was for brookies and all that we caught was one small speck but Nico was the happiest kid in the world. Besides being blessed with a son, I am also very lucky to have 3 brothers. Needless to say, it's pretty easy for me to find someone to go fishing with. Not all my brothers are fishing nuts like me but the 4 of us try to go fishing together at least once a year. This winter we all hit the ice with Nico for some specks. Sometimes when you make plans mother nature doesn't always cooperate and on this day, we were fishing in a blizzard. A few weeks later, I got out for some specks again with a couple of my brothers and Nico. Due to the bitter cold and wind, this entire day was spent in the tent with Nico. A few small brookies caught in the tent were just enough to keep Nico interested during this outing. After about a half dozen brookie trips, I was ready to target my other preferred species: walleyes I got out with my buddy Bass on the river and on a -30 degree outing, we managed to ice over 20 walleyes/saugers in under 2 hours. A couple of weekends later, I returned with Bass and Nico for some more river walleyes. Scattered here and there throughout the winter were a few pan fish outings. Nico and I even brought mom and our 10 month old fisher girl onto the ice. The winter of 2013-14 will be remembered for it's insane amount of ice. A few times in late winter, I wasn't sure wether or not I'd even make it through. A few sunset pics. Overall, we had great numbers this winter but no size at all. However, great numbers are what you need when fishing with young children. Catching many fish regardless of their size will always make kids come back for more. A few skunks here and there also help them realize that not every day will be a catching day. The time that I spend fishing with my son is something that is very sacred to me. I look forward to a lifetime of fishing adventures with both of my children. At the very tender age of 4, Nico already seems like he's hooked on fishing. The best part is when I tuck him in at night, he often says: Dad, I will always go fishing with you.
manitoubass2 Posted April 10, 2014 Report Posted April 10, 2014 Wow! This almost had me tearing up! What an awesome Dad you are and what a great family:) the report is absolutely awesome as well!!! Well done man, well done!
lew Posted April 10, 2014 Report Posted April 10, 2014 Always great to read about the kids enjoying the outdoors !!
gino Posted April 10, 2014 Report Posted April 10, 2014 boy, you had an awesome season..did the same with my 2 kids , got them on ice a few times this season and they loved it. my daughter out fished me every time . great time for kids! good job!
Musky or Specks Posted April 10, 2014 Report Posted April 10, 2014 Great read and wonderful shots of your son enjoying the outdoors.
Rod Caster Posted April 10, 2014 Report Posted April 10, 2014 File it under 'a great winter!' Thx for sharing
pairofgreenhorns Posted April 10, 2014 Report Posted April 10, 2014 Great report and what a beautiful family you have. I can only hope that when I have children they enjoy the outdoors just as much. Thanks for sharing!
Maverick Posted April 10, 2014 Report Posted April 10, 2014 Awesome year, soon he'll be teaching you how to catch them!
Sinker Posted April 10, 2014 Report Posted April 10, 2014 THATS what its all about right there!! Good work!! Great report! S.
iFish4real Posted April 10, 2014 Report Posted April 10, 2014 awesome !!! what he learns now he'll never forget, best education, you're a good dad
Walleye'm Fishing Posted April 11, 2014 Author Report Posted April 11, 2014 Thanks for the very kind comments gang. Now I'm looking forward to open water fishing with my little guy.
misfish Posted April 11, 2014 Report Posted April 11, 2014 When my two boys were at that age,I couldnt say no to taking them. First one started at age 2,the other a little later,as he was kinda a mommys boy. Not that theres anything wrong with that. But once they both were full blown anglers,it was awesome to have them both with me fishing. It,s a feeling and memory you never forget. Great report WNF. Thanks for taking the time to post and share.
limeyangler Posted April 11, 2014 Report Posted April 11, 2014 Thanks for the very kind comments gang. Now I'm looking forward to open water fishing with my little guy. Thats awesome….loved every picture….some really good memories for sure. It was just to darned cold here this year and did not get out much at all….so like you looking forward to soft water with my little helper.
manitoubass2 Posted April 11, 2014 Report Posted April 11, 2014 Thats awesome.loved every picture.some really good memories for sure. It was just to darned cold here this year and did not get out much at all.so like you looking forward to soft water with my little helper.i hear ya dood! It was rediculous how many days we had -45 or colder. I got my kids out maybe 5 times
Rustic-Fisher Posted April 12, 2014 Report Posted April 12, 2014 Great pics , and good on ya for taking him out! R
wormdunker Posted April 12, 2014 Report Posted April 12, 2014 Brought tears to my eyes! "Dad I'll always go fishing with you"!! Great report- thanx for sharing! Wonderful pix
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