manitoubass2 Posted November 2, 2014 Report Share Posted November 2, 2014 Well,today is a bittersweet day. Because of new to me work, today was the last few casts I took here as a resident. I layed down tobacco, said a prayer and thanked the creator for many things. Our protection, our beautiful land and water, our experiences, alone and as a family. 5 years I took notes, developed patterns, won derbies, had campfires at camp etc. We havent left yet. But RRFN we will miss you... First big RR walleye First smallie at what became my favorite bass spot. Right in the rapids. I caught thousands of fish in there Big walleye pull hard here. No wet socks. Many friendships were made over fishing here Campfires by the hundreds! Unreal times with friends and our children. Lots of fish frys as well. Always nature all over. The kids found everything and anything. Baby snapper My daughter caught this during a derby. Almost lost it at the hole but managed to save the catch. The derby was cancelled due to freezing rain They just learned to hold bass lol. Didnt take long to master it, as they all have pb's over 4lbs on the first year Big walleyes around in the fall and spring Contnd Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
manitoubass2 Posted November 2, 2014 Author Report Share Posted November 2, 2014 They just get thick! The average size in fall is probably 25"! ice fishing started out very basic. the river can be a killer come ice the kiddos would fish, go sliding when bored!why not catch some air? come spring id take full advantage... we now had patterns! snagged my first ever lamprey, ewww lol. i actually called the MNR over this haha the fish that landed my first derby win... not too bad for a 4 year old lol with good times also comes bad. sturgeons netted and left to rot. we successfully realeased a few. sad day hooled dèep and had to keep. hows that for a 6 year olds smallie? the view of many summertime evenings! many beauty days on the ice! we fished no matter the weather Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
manitoubass2 Posted November 2, 2014 Author Report Share Posted November 2, 2014 so many of these were caught throughout the years it became normal highwater brought crappies and much excitement a few years later, handling fish was no problem! the kids had grown. now catching fish on their own. choosing their own baits, tying on and getting out snags the crappies grew and increased our excitement the kids helped local tourneys. they were now experts at handling fish big bass just became so normal we could joke about it in the past two years flood waters became the norm. changing patterns and fishability aside from fishing we all enjoy golf. my drive landed next to this momma bear we always enjoyed visiting the sturgeon farm Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
manitoubass2 Posted November 2, 2014 Author Report Share Posted November 2, 2014 more fish on the ice fat fat fish small sturgeon. they get pretty big here they bend the rod a little lol whitefish!!!! my first ever addicted to buckshot jigs my kids love the boat lol need a break from fishing? go golf! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
manitoubass2 Posted November 2, 2014 Author Report Share Posted November 2, 2014 my youngest caught some fish this year which was awesome!!! occasionally the fish need viagara the scenery here is always gorgeous interesting view a boy and his grandpa. always awesome to get out with the young man perfect eaters time to retire the boat. beauty last shot hook line and sinker someday my kids will look back on my photos like i do on this one Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
manitoubass2 Posted November 2, 2014 Author Report Share Posted November 2, 2014 (edited) on to new adventures! we'll miss you manitou! see ya OFC in 2015 on lake of the woods!miigwich Edited November 2, 2014 by manitoubass2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
woodenboater Posted November 2, 2014 Report Share Posted November 2, 2014 awesome memories you and your kids have got from RRFN. now to make some from LOTW ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spincast Posted November 2, 2014 Report Share Posted November 2, 2014 thanks for sharing - some seriously nice pics there (walleye too ) Look forward to your experiences as you discover new water in a new spot. Good luck with the new job Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
davey buoy Posted November 2, 2014 Report Share Posted November 2, 2014 From one beautiful spot to another,you sure lead a good life.Thanks for sharing!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
manitoubass2 Posted November 2, 2014 Author Report Share Posted November 2, 2014 typical winter walleye pretty big gator for rr all of us repping rrfn my youngest reeling in her first RR walley! here it is!!! glutony pigs Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
manitoubass2 Posted November 2, 2014 Author Report Share Posted November 2, 2014 megissi! my kids plus community kids. always willing to teach Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steelheadphycho Posted November 3, 2014 Report Share Posted November 3, 2014 I N V U Thanks for sharing and all the best in you future endeavors! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scuro2 Posted November 3, 2014 Report Share Posted November 3, 2014 The sheer amount of pics demonstrates how close the place is to your heart. All is not lost, there is always summer vacation! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rod Caster Posted November 3, 2014 Report Share Posted November 3, 2014 You had a great run! Let's see what the next 5 brings you. I'm gonna guess another pile of fishing and family pictures!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tim Mills Posted November 3, 2014 Report Share Posted November 3, 2014 Good luck in the new location Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mike rousseau Posted November 3, 2014 Report Share Posted November 3, 2014 (edited) New opportunity to learn i'd say.... Edited November 3, 2014 by Mike Rousseau Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
manitoubass2 Posted November 29, 2014 Author Report Share Posted November 29, 2014 moving day!!!! and we got good ice!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fisherman Posted November 30, 2014 Report Share Posted November 30, 2014 Nice photo story. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scugpg Posted November 30, 2014 Report Share Posted November 30, 2014 (edited) Very cool story . Good luck up the river and will have to say hi next time I'm up that way! That your boat? Looks like a 142 or 162bt. Edited November 30, 2014 by Spooled Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Entropy Posted November 30, 2014 Report Share Posted November 30, 2014 (edited) Sorry, what river are you leaving?RRFN = rainy river first nationRRFN = red river farm network Edited November 30, 2014 by Entropy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
manitoubass2 Posted November 30, 2014 Author Report Share Posted November 30, 2014 (edited) rainy river. not actually leaving, just going further west and closer to LOTWs. river is still on my doorstep, just a totally new section:) oh wait was that sarcasm??? lol. tight lines;) Edited November 30, 2014 by manitoubass2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Old Ironmaker Posted November 30, 2014 Report Share Posted November 30, 2014 Paradice , That's all that I can say. Good luck going up river. Bring a paddle. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Roy Posted November 30, 2014 Report Share Posted November 30, 2014 You're a good man. Your family will always be proud of you. It's a family thing and, at your youngish age seem to have the family thing mastered. I'm sure that some people reading this are envious. Good on you my friend. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
manitoubass2 Posted November 30, 2014 Author Report Share Posted November 30, 2014 lol old ironmaker, good one:) thanks Roy, that was a nice post to see first thing in the morning:) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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