solopaddler Posted October 21, 2015 Report Share Posted October 21, 2015 (edited) My uncle who is now passed away was always my biggest supporter. One of things he always said to me was "Mike, if you're really passionate about something you will be a success - follow your dream!" Well, after a lot of years I'm finally taking his advice. In many ways it's the biggest leap of faith I've ever taken and I'm equal parts excited and nervous, but the fact remains there is no reward in life without some kind of risk. I've been a writer for some time now having been published in a number of magazines including Ontario Out Of Doors. It's always been a passion, but it's also a lot of work for very little pay. After thinking long and hard about my future earlier this year I decided to launch my own magazine. More than anything the ability to do precisely what I want to do in the way that I want means everything. The magazine not surprisingly will be called Canada Fishing Guide and we'll primarily be highlighting interesting angling destinations from coast to coast along with some pretty great photography. A natural progression to what I've been doing online for several years now. Along with the travel features there'll be a good dose of what I think will be some really great storytelling - narrative pieces that will paint a vivid picture. Again, exactly the kind of stuff I like to read and I hope everyone else will too. The inaugural edition will be released in early November strictly in digital format. Going forward in 2016 it will be available in both print and digital form. I'll let everyone know what's going on as the date approaches. In the meantime here's a snapshot of the cover. (wish me luck ) Edited October 21, 2015 by Mike Borger Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
netminder Posted October 21, 2015 Report Share Posted October 21, 2015 Very cool. You're not alone (or wrong for that matter) when you say you love reading these type of adventure stories. Just a question, why is there a question mark at the end of the tagline? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ratherboutdoors Posted October 21, 2015 Report Share Posted October 21, 2015 All the best, I'll be looking for it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
msp Posted October 21, 2015 Report Share Posted October 21, 2015 Sounds great Mike. Wishing you all the best ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tb4me Posted October 21, 2015 Report Share Posted October 21, 2015 Cant wait Mike! you have a subscriber right here bud! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
solopaddler Posted October 21, 2015 Author Report Share Posted October 21, 2015 Thanks guys, it means a lot! Very cool. You're not alone (or wrong for that matter) when you say you love reading these type of adventure stories. Just a question, why is there a question mark at the end of the tagline? Thanks bud. To answer the question it's not a tagline, more a subheading for one of the narrative pieces in the mag. I thought long and hard about a tagline for the actual title "Canada Fishing Guide". I wanted one, but the art director I'm working with talked me out of it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ketchenany Posted October 21, 2015 Report Share Posted October 21, 2015 Yes why the ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joeytier Posted October 21, 2015 Report Share Posted October 21, 2015 You had me at shore lunch. Congrats Mike! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sinker Posted October 21, 2015 Report Share Posted October 21, 2015 Cool! Congrats! How do I subscribe? S. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mr blizzard Posted October 21, 2015 Report Share Posted October 21, 2015 Photography A + Story Telling A+ Informative A+ Educational A+ Content Variety A+ Probability of success A+ Judging from your report card I am confident you will do just fine Mr Mike Borger ps when I subscribe I want an autographed copy lol Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BillM Posted October 21, 2015 Report Share Posted October 21, 2015 Can't wait to see it Mikey!!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Roy Posted October 21, 2015 Report Share Posted October 21, 2015 You have a subscription here too Mike. Always epic tales and super pics. Congrats to you. It appears that we owe your uncle a thank you as well. Looking forward to seeing the first one. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wkrp Posted October 21, 2015 Report Share Posted October 21, 2015 I am looking forward to it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mondo Posted October 21, 2015 Report Share Posted October 21, 2015 will you be sending this into the U.S. as well? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DRIFTER_016 Posted October 21, 2015 Report Share Posted October 21, 2015 I'm cheap!!! I want free autographed copies hand delivered by the Borgermeister himself!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aplumma Posted October 21, 2015 Report Share Posted October 21, 2015 Great job Mike we are all behind you. art Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wallyboss Posted October 21, 2015 Report Share Posted October 21, 2015 Good luck and congratulations Mike , always a treat to read your adventures!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
solopaddler Posted October 21, 2015 Author Report Share Posted October 21, 2015 (edited) Once again I can't tell you how much I appeciate everyone's comments! This may be the biggest undertaking I've ever tackled and it's nice to know people have your back. Cool! Congrats! How do I subscribe?S. Thanks Shane. I'll let everyone know in early November. For those of you Stateside, yes it will be available, again I'll let you guys know how and where when the time comes. Edited October 22, 2015 by Mike Borger Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
manitoubass2 Posted October 21, 2015 Report Share Posted October 21, 2015 About time! Awesome new mike!!!! Ill subscribe without a doubt? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pickeral eater Posted October 21, 2015 Report Share Posted October 21, 2015 Congrats Mike! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lew Posted October 21, 2015 Report Share Posted October 21, 2015 I've been enjoying reading your fishing tales for alot of years now Mike and they've always been entertaining to say the least and hopefully this new venture will be a huge success for you. Best of luck with everything. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
irishfield Posted October 21, 2015 Report Share Posted October 21, 2015 Probably a good time to launch with Playboy taking the nudes out of their mags! Good luck Mike! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rich Clemens Posted October 21, 2015 Report Share Posted October 21, 2015 (edited) Best of luck Mike. With your passion, I'm sure your endeavors will be sucessful. Looking forward to the first editon. Edited October 21, 2015 by Rich Clemens Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TennesseeGuy Posted October 21, 2015 Report Share Posted October 21, 2015 Best wishes for a great run! I'm looking forward to a lot of interesting reading. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cosmos Posted October 21, 2015 Report Share Posted October 21, 2015 Congratulations, this is pretty exciting. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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