Bernie Posted June 25, 2007 Report Share Posted June 25, 2007 Started out yesterday morning at 6AM to the opposite end of Nipissing to brisk northeast winds and cool temps. Fortunately the winds were down some from Friday. Took 2 1/2 hours to make the trip to Lakair. Using a Garmin Rino with the Nipissing map it made the trip a lot easier to navigate through the maze of rocks, islands and shoals. Once through the entrance into West Bay the channels were fairly well marked with buoys. When I reached the bridge the distance as the crows flies was 40 miles. Should have taken more pics (I realize now).Meeting me at the dock was Cliff and was glad to finally meet him. I tied up with slightly frozen fingers and then shook off the sea legs. Cliff led me straight to the coffee shop and it was required. He then offered me some hospitality at his campsite and met Carole. Thank you very much for that kindness Cliff and Carole. What an amazing bunch of folks I met that day. Every one friendly and smiles everywhere. Its an unforgettable experience to go and meet everyone for the first time. Thank you to everyone for your hospitality. For those that have never done the Lakair experience take it in next time around. The islands and bays are incredible and beautiful. I have lived on Nipissing in summers all my life but have never been on the waters in a boat in that area before (Bring a map). Cliff pretty much summed up the fishing part of the trip in his report. Had a chance to sit down with several members and have good coversations and in the future hope to have some more. Roy, you are a standup fella regardless what others say about you! Ha ha. Chris (Spiel) showed me some of his fine work on fishing rods he had made for Art and Joe. Works of art Chris, thank you for showing them to me! Wished I had more time to chat with Glen, Joe and Art, very interesting guys (thanks for the hat ). The fish fry was excellent. TJ promised me the fish would excel and he was true to his word. The buffet filled everyone up after a day on the water. The fireside and music in the evening was enjoyed by all there. Cant wait until next year! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Whopper Posted June 25, 2007 Report Share Posted June 25, 2007 What an amazing bunch of folks I met that day. Every one friendly and smiles everywhere. Its an unforgettable experience to go and meet everyone for the first time. Thank you to everyone for your hospitality. For those that have never done the Lakair experience take it in next time around. No truer words were spoken, felt the same way Bernie last year Thanks for sharing Whopper Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nanook Posted June 25, 2007 Report Share Posted June 25, 2007 Sorry I did'nt spend a bit more time with you Bernie,but that was a big crowd to try to round to meet. They are a hell of a bunch of people are they not? See ya next year!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bernie Posted June 25, 2007 Author Report Share Posted June 25, 2007 You are right about that Jack. We will hopefully get a little longer time to chat next year. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ccmtcanada Posted June 25, 2007 Report Share Posted June 25, 2007 Bernie...glad to hear that you made it back home safely!! I dont blame you for leaving early either! When I got down to the water later in the morning, the winds had picked up and the water was very choppy. I'm really glad we had the opportunity to meet up...we'll be back up in your neck of the woods again in about 3 weeks...I'll be in touch to see if we can possibly meet up again. Take care Bernie! Cliff Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aplumma Posted June 25, 2007 Report Share Posted June 25, 2007 Good to meet you finally Bernie I hope to take a tour of the facilities one day. Art Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bernie Posted June 25, 2007 Author Report Share Posted June 25, 2007 Would be a pleasure to give you the tour Art. Next time you are up this way swing on in. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hellfish Posted June 25, 2007 Report Share Posted June 25, 2007 Bernie u r a class act hopefully one day ill get the pleasure to meet you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shelley Cooper Posted June 25, 2007 Report Share Posted June 25, 2007 It was nice to meet you Bernie... It sure was an awesome night and the music was a wonderful added bonus Glad to see you made it back safely Hope to see you there next year Shelley and Chuck Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TAH Posted June 25, 2007 Report Share Posted June 25, 2007 also nice to meet you Bernie and say a few words. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
motv8tr Posted June 25, 2007 Report Share Posted June 25, 2007 Good to meet you Bernie, wish we had a chance to sit and yak for a bit though....you'll just have to come for a longer visit next year . Glad your return trip was calmer and more pleasant than your trip in, but you sure had the right boat for it. Maureen Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crappiesteve Posted June 25, 2007 Report Share Posted June 25, 2007 Bernie,was nice to meet you,even though we didn,t have that much time to chat.Thanks for the Jigs. Steve Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Daplumma Posted June 26, 2007 Report Share Posted June 26, 2007 Was a pleasure to finaly meet you Bernie and I will be up for a tour of your place next year. Joe Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Loonietoon Posted June 26, 2007 Report Share Posted June 26, 2007 Sure was nice meeting you to Bernie... When I get up your way I'd love a tour of you shop Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike the Pike Posted June 26, 2007 Report Share Posted June 26, 2007 Hoe many eyes were caught on your special jigs Bernie???long Boat ride eh. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rich Clemens Posted June 26, 2007 Report Share Posted June 26, 2007 Great meeting you Bernie and thanks again for the jigs. Next year .... I know the Walleyes will like them too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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