Originally posted by: Born to Fish on 9/14/2004 11:10:03 AM

I have just been visiting the board for a few days now and with the Waleye run just getting started here in Manitoba (Big green back for those who have heard about them) I will try to keep you folks posted on what is happening around here. I'm going out tonight for the first time in a few weeks so check again tomorrow.

Originally posted by: LIPRIPPER on 9/14/2004 9:35:28 AM

Hey ya Norhternpike48 glad to see someone try to get something going up here. <!--graemlin::D--> I like you don't like to see 0's . I use to go to Eagle Lake in Ontario quite a bit. Is a great Lake to fish in. But then ya'll have lots of Great Lakes to fish in up there HEY

Originally posted by: WalleyeWayne on 9/14/2004 12:15:45 PM

Welcome to the BB, Pike48. You're the second member I've noticed today, from Canada, that is on this BB. As you can see I live in Thunder Bay and fish & hunt all around the area. I primarly fish walleye from here to Rainy Lake. Where's your favorite haunt(s)?

Originally posted by: Norhternpike48 on 9/14/2004 1:36:36 PM

WalleyeWayne, I've just returned from the French river area unbelievable fishing....I normally fish the Kawartha Lakes or Lake Simcoe. One of these days I'm going back to Kenora, Lake of the Woods area. You almost have to hide behind a tree to bait your hook there, the fish are so agressive.
And you? I know the Pike and Pickerel are good up your way

Originally posted by: WalleyeWayne on 9/15/2004 4:49:14 AM

Pike48, the furthest I've fished up your way is Lake Nipigon. I usually head west from here but I would love to fish around Wawa and the Chapeau area.....supposed to be some dynamite fishing there also.

Originally posted by: LIPRIPPER on 9/15/2004 6:14:06 AM

Hey Walleye Wayne they let ya'll fish with DYNAMITE up there too <!--graemlin::D--> <!--graemlin::rolleyes:--> <!--graemlin::p-->

Originally posted by: WALLEYE KING #1 on 9/15/2004 6:27:20 AM

NOWEYE KNOW YOUR SECRET. <!--graemlin::D--> <!--graemlin::D-->

Originally posted by: LIPRIPPER on 9/15/2004 6:34:03 AM

I'm comeing up to go DYNAMITE FISHING I havn't done that since I was a youngen with my dad <!--graemlin::D-->

Originally posted by: Norhternpike48 on 9/15/2004 9:39:25 AM

Wayne, Tried Wawa last year, the bugs sent me packing after a few days. I guess the black flies and mosquitos don't find warm blooded mamals without fur very often in those parts. Ill try again in the fall when it's cooler

Originally posted by: WalleyeWayne on 9/16/2004 4:35:06 AM

Good luck then Pike48.....Lippy, nothing gets by you does it? <!--graemlin::D-->. Do you remember J.J. Walker from the old T.V. show? He was always yelling "KID DYYYY-NOOOO-MIIIITE"! Well that's what we do when we hook onto a walleye over 30" <!--graemlin:;)-->. When they're under 30", we just yawn <!--graemlin::cool:-->.

Originally posted by: LIPRIPPER on 9/16/2004 6:28:13 AM

Your right Wayne not much gets by this ol EAGLEEYEDJOKER <!--graemlin::D--> and I remember ol KID DYYYY-NOOOO-MIIIITE"! ya must do alot of YAWNING HEY!! <!--graemlin::D--> <!--graemlin::p-->

Originally posted by: WalleyeWayne on 9/17/2004 4:47:08 AM

This year was a slow year for fishing walleye for us....didn't get out enough and thus more "yawners" than "wallbusters". I had a layer of frost on my windshield this morning so it's a good time to go walleye fishing now....colder water means hungrier walleyes!

Originally posted by: JohnAB on 9/18/2004 7:42:03 AM

Good day,

Fellow Canuck here. Located in west central Alberta. Love to walleye fish, in fact heading out shortly to Pigeon Lake. Awesome walleye lake here.

Hit the wife's family cabin this past August for 3 weeks on Kawaweogama Lake, east of Savant Lake. Fly in lake. Fishing for the 'eyes was excellent.

Take care and good luck fishing!

Originally posted by: WalleyeWayne on 9/18/2004 2:47:14 PM

Welcome to the site JohnAB. Canadian members seem to be popping up every other day. Don't be shy with the walleye stories....

Originally posted by: Brampton Mike on 9/19/2004 4:42:42 AM

Brampton Ontario here & a Life Member as well!!!!!!!!!!! Brampton Mike <!--graemlin::cool:--> <!--graemlin::D-->

Originally posted by: WalleyeWayne on 9/19/2004 7:09:31 AM

Howdy and welcome to you too BramptonMike. Where do you fish & what species do you target?

Originally posted by: LIPRIPPER on 9/19/2004 8:17:36 PM

The Canucks or comeing...the Canucks are comeing <!--graemlin::D-->
Howde ya'll and welcome to the BB Brampton Mike and JohnAB Ya'll sure do have some beautiful country up there and some of the best fishing around too except for maybe KITTY-KATS <!--graemlin::D--> Glad ya'll could join us here and come back and visit us again.
Hi ya Walleye Wayne <!--graemlin::D-->

Originally posted by: Norhternpike48 on 9/21/2004 7:10:33 AM

Looks like we got ourselves some action on this Canada site. Given the vast quantities (and qualities) of our Canadian lakes it always leaves me wondering why the NAFC mag mainly stays south of the border. To fish on a lake and sometimes see one other boat, or no one else is truly a Canadian thing. Of course access and travel time limits most people.
We seem to have our own preferences for lures and baits. (Lucky Strike, Williams etc.) And fishing guru's (Bob Izumi).
Anyway, I am still trying new lakes in the near north district of Ontario, next stop Timmins. The French river was amazing (Woseley bay), The pike gave my equipment a workout.
Keep posting great fishing locations and remember to "keep your stick on the ice"

Originally posted by: WalleyeWayne on 9/23/2004 8:56:53 AM

Heh, Pike48, Timmins in the north district of Ontario <!--graemlin::confused:-->? Gimme a break man <!--graemlin::rolleyes:-->. When you get closer this way to Lake Nipigon you can start using that word "north" <!--graemlin::p-->. Until then we consider you guys "Southern Ontarians" <!--graemlin::D--> <!--graemlin::D-->.

Originally posted by: Norhternpike48 on 9/24/2004 8:31:34 AM

Walley Wayne,
If I gotta drive west for 20 hours until I'm back on the Canada US border it ain't north. <!--graemlin::eek:--> Out in Fort William / Port Arthur watch'n hockey and drinkin beer is a winter past time. (you must be into the beer already). If Shania says she's from northern Ontario who am I to argue <!--graemlin:;)--> But seriously, Pickle lake to Kapuskasing is what I consider north. I'll get out to your neck of the woods soon, I have to try Kenora, Lake of the woods. Big pike / walleye I hear.

Originally posted by: WalleyeWayne on 9/24/2004 10:44:58 AM

Actually Piker, playing hockey & then drinking beer is now my fourth favorite winter pastime. As winter nears....1st we go partridge hunting (opens Sept. 15th), then moose/deer hunting (opens Oct. 15th) and about the 2nd week of December we start ice fishing. When we were in Omaha Ne. for one of my son's baseball tournaments a Nebraskan fella asked me "are you guys from Canada here just wasting time until your lakes freeze over again?" <!--graemlin::D--> It's humorous but it gets old fast.

Originally posted by: Born to Fish on 9/24/2004 11:55:26 AM

Well you know how it goes that senior moment they talk about on the other messages well I forgot I posted here on the 14th. I did go out that night but did not even get a bite, but I whent out yesterday the 23 and did very well, ok the other 2 people in my boat did well but I did ok lost of walleyes in the 1.5 to 2.5 pound range and 1 3pounder caught by me to redeam myself <!--graemlin::D-->, 2 saugers and a silverbass. we were at Travers bay in Pine Falls

Originally posted by: LIPRIPPER on 9/24/2004 12:16:50 PM

YA'll are all NORTHERN ONTARIO to me HEY! <!--graemlin::D--> <!--graemlin::rolleyes:--> How all ya'll be today <!--graemlin::)--> I be fine ifn I don't have one of those SENIOR MOMENT THINGS <!--graemlin::rolleyes:--> <!--graemlin::D--> but Born to Fish file this one away for furture use That offer to look ya up someday to go after them BIG OL KITTY-KATS in the RED RIVER Well it might take some putting together but ol joda911 and Whiskers and EYE are tossing the IDEA around and it might not be next year but more than likley the year after that it could happen <!--graemlin::D--> We will talk more about it in JANUARY when we get together to go Steelhead Fishing on the ST. Joe's River in MICHIGAN. ROAD TRIP <!--graemlin::D-->

Originally posted by: Norhternpike48 on 9/24/2004 1:06:42 PM

I have one for you guys,
I was in Perth ON two days ago. I stopped between jobs at a likely looking Smallmouth fishing spot on the Tay river. Dressed in buisness casual I figured a few casts and then I'll grab a bite on my way out of town. With only a rod in hand and a firetiger jig tied on I made my way down to the river. I set myself up under the bridge on a small rock overlooking the river. It looked to be about twelve feet deep and clear. On the first cast I pulled out a 3.5 pounder. on the third cast one a little bit larger. On the fifth cast, I began to reel and the line stopped. I thought I had snagged a floating branch. The started moving off to the left. I knew I was on to something, then the fun started. Like a freight train building up speed the fight was on, For ten minutes we battled, left, right, tail dancing across the water, I thought she has met her match. I finally reeled her in. Since I had spooled up 6lb test I quickly realized that lifting out of the water on the line was a no go. I bent over and got a thumb in her mouth, It was then that I determined that this brute was over 22 inches and probably closing in on the 10lb mark. Well with the fish in one hand (still in the water) and the other holding the rod I removed the hook and prepared to stand up. The fish had other ideas. with a mighty strain she started off again, in one quick motion she moved forward. I leaned out, lost my balance, did an olympic qualifying half gainer into the river. I still had the fish but it quickly dawned on me with both hands occupied, treading water with only my feet,(and the fish heading deep)one of us had to admit defeat, and now the bass had home field advantage. I dropped the beast, swam ashore, and took stock of personal belongings, Keys wallet etc. I withdrew to my car and changed clothes, (fortunatly I had brought extra clothes for this overnight trip) and headed out under a cloud of defeat.
Well as I sit here (home again) my wallet is still drying, the cut on my bass holding thumb taped and my sprained finger on the opposite hand on its way to a full recovery. I realized the not only did she beat me, she beat me up. Bass 1 me 0. All I have is the story and wounded dignity. But it's not over.......she drew first blood.

Originally posted by: Born to Fish on 9/24/2004 1:12:02 PM

Hey LIPRIPPER just shot me a message when ready and I'll make sure that I am ready to.

Originally posted by: LIPRIPPER on 9/24/2004 2:24:24 PM

Born to Fish I will put this away in my 60 gig ZIP HARD DRIVE mind and unzip it when everything is set in stone <!--graemlin::D--> Then when it is I will give ya'll a holler. <!--graemlin::cool:--> I won't forget it just ask Walleye Wayne about my good memory. Can't spell none to good but there is very little I forget. <!--graemlin::D--> And Thank ya in advance <!--graemlin::D-->

Originally posted by: WALLEYE KING #1 on 9/25/2004 7:10:57 AM

HOWDY TO ALL OF YOU CANADIANS. <!--graemlin::)--> GLAD YOU GOT THIS POST UP AND RUNNIN. <!--graemlin::cool:-->

WAYNE HOWS THE HUNTIN' DOING? YA GOT YOUR ICE FISHIN' GEAR TOGETHER YET? OUR HUNTING SEASON IS UNDER WAY DOWN HERE. IT'S ONLY EARLY SEASON GOOSE AND DOVES FOR RITE NOW BUT ARCHERY SEASON FOR DEER STARTS NEXT SATURDAY(OCT 2nd). GOT ONE PICKED HUGE BUCK PICKED OUT. HOPE EYE GET A CHANCE AT HIM.

NP48 THE TAY RIVER FISHING IS EXCELLENT FISHIN'. YOU'RE NOT TO FAR FROM MY COTTAGE, ON BLACK LAKE, WHICH IS ONLY ABOUT 15/KM FROM PERTH. BEEN FISHIN UP THIS WAY FOR 40+ YEARS. HOPE YOU ARE FEELING BETTER AFTER THAT EXPERIENCE WITH THAT SMALLIE. <!--graemlin::D-->

EYE'M HEADING UP THE COTTAGE ON OCT. THE 9th - OCT. THE 17th TO DO SOME FISHIN' AND SOME CANADIAN BEER CONSUMPTION AND ALSO TO WINTERIZE THE COTTAGE. AN INVITE IS ALWAYS THERE IF ANY OF YOU ARE IN THE AREA TO DO SOME FISHIN AND BEER CONSUMPTION.

Originally posted by: Norhternpike48 on 9/25/2004 8:00:24 AM

Walleye King.
Not many people know about all the small backwaters up here. I have not been on Black water lake. Like most though it probably holds bass and pike. You just never know if the big one might be lurking around, Good luck. Must be a long drive for you, It takes me about 4 hours. (from Toronto) Lots of good spots along Hwy #7 to drop a line in though.
As it turns out I am going back up that way on 16 Oct, (Carelton Place) been vounteered to help my sister move. Of course all the young people head for the hills when a move is involved. I'm gett'n too old to load furniture. But this gives me another shot the smallmouth that stole my dignity....lol. I am fully recovered and was ready to go the next day. Who says fish'n is boring!

Originally posted by: WALLEYE KING #1 on 9/25/2004 11:41:43 AM

NP48
I KNOW WHAT YOU'RE TALKING ABOUT GETTING TO OLD FOR THAT MOVING STUFF. BEEN THERE A COUPLE OF TIMES FOR MY SON. THERE IS A LOT A PLACES TO FISH OFF OF HWY#7, LIKE SHARBOT LAKE AND I KNOW OF MORE BUT THE SENIOR MOMENT THING GOTS A HOLD OF ME RITE NOW. BLACK LAKE HAS WALLEYE,L/M & S/M BASS,CRAPPIE,PIKE AND PANFISH. LOTS OF DIFFERENT FISHING. WE WILL STILL BE UP THERE WHEN YOU WILL BE MOVING YOUR SISTER. ITS THE LAST DAY WE'LL BE THERE. IFN YOU WANT TO STOP IN FOR A BREW. GIVE ME A HOLLER. IT TAKES ME ABOUT 6hrs TO GET TO THE COTTAGE FROM HERE IN PENNA. IT'S WORTH IT THOUGH.

Originally posted by: WalleyeWayne on 9/27/2004 4:44:21 AM

NP48, what a way to lose one's dignity <!--graemlin::D-->. If I was on the other side of the bank watching all that I would have been laughing at first, and then insanely jealous next. Wouldn't that have been a real bummer if you had lost your keys or wallet? Getting wet and then having to walk = <!--graemlin::mad:--> <!--graemlin::mad:--> <!--graemlin::mad:-->! Let us know if you get another crack at her.....

Originally posted by: WalleyeWayne on 9/27/2004 4:50:26 AM

Kinger, no hunting yet...it has been raining almost everyday (I shouldn't complain compared to the people in the paths of those hurricanes etc.) except for the last two weekends. All the bush roads are full of water and there are still too many leaves on the trees for grouse (partridge) hunting. This past weekend I had to do some work on my truck so I didn't even get out of town. I'm planning on heading to the lake next weekend for some fishing and then to pull the boat out for the winter. Oh yeah....ice fishing gear is good to go <!--graemlin:;)-->.

Originally posted by: Norhternpike48 on 9/27/2004 6:44:27 AM

King,
Thanks for the offer, but I'll have to pass. I'll probably have a car load of women as my other sisters are coming with me. It seems to have turned into a family affair. (they're not ones for the great outdoors) Well it sounds like everyone has started to pull the boats out of the water, truly a sad time of year. Mine is out and I think I will sell and buy smaller aluminum in the spring. (Far easier to haul and get in and out of the smller lakes)I have noticed that too many people have more boat than they need. (I'll catch flak for that one)
Wayne,
Thanks for the support!! I was laughing at myself by the time I crawled up on th bank. Well there is a first time for every thing. Good luck on the upcomming hunt.

Originally posted by: WalleyeWayne on 9/27/2004 7:54:39 AM

Okay Piker, I'll be the first to throw some flak <!--graemlin::p-->. I own two 14 footers and am looking right now to upgrade to a 17' or 18'. I sold my "in-town" boat and keep the other one at camp. I usually only fish with my son and the dog, but a 14' isn't quite doing it on the bigger lakes (Lake Superior or Rainy Lake). I am 6'3" and my knees start to ache when sitting in the boat for any length of time. I prefer the higher seating, more room to walk, and a little extra "pacing space" for the dog so thus I am looking for a larger boat. Lest we forget, it's tough to pull the kids on water ski's with a 20hp. 14' boat. So....is a 17' boat more than two guys and a dog need?....probably, but I want comfort and stability <!--graemlin::)-->!

Originally posted by: Norhternpike48 on 9/27/2004 12:50:11 PM

W-Wayne,
I set myself up for that one....lol. I'm sure you've seen the guys... big new Navigator/Escalade pulling the 18' Ranger complete w/metal flake paint and a 200hp Merc. And the kicker is, he gets away 2-3 times a summer to fish. Of course around Toronto you have people who have to have the latest toys. (Birkenstock wear'n, wine sippin, tree huugg'n yuppies)
Yup I opened myself up for the flak. You see I presently have a 16' fiberglass w/full camper top and sleeper seats mated to a 50hp. (more of a ski boat than fishing) But now being a single guy and no dog, all I need is a little 14' Lund aluminum with a 20hp Yamaha 4 stroke. No burning excess gas pulling it or or on the lake. Another thing is, these smaller craft can get in and out of those tight bays and shllow flats.
My point is, how much boat does a person need? Everyones situation is different - Family size, multi use, and as you pointed out, a guy 6'3" just can't spend a day in a 12' car topper. In my neiborhood almost every third driveway has some type of boat. the sad thing is I'm sure at least 50% of them were bought to impress friends and haven't moved for years.
Well I'm ready for more opinions, but that's where I stand. (besides W-Wayne, if you didn't have a boat how would you ever leave Thunder Bay? or have built roads to you guys yet?

Originally posted by: WalleyeWayne on 9/28/2004 4:59:45 AM

I know what you mean Pike48, just poking fun <!--graemlin:;)-->. Most Ranger-type boats with the 250HP units, that I see in and around Rainy Lake, are rentals or promo's. I see them at the resorts all the time but man would I ever love to give one of them a test run <!--graemlin::cool:-->!

As for our roads in T. Bay, we got horses man <!--graemlin::D-->. It's just tough to train them to walk backwards when we want to launch our boats <!--graemlin::D--> <!--graemlin::D-->! You know the old saying, "you can take a horse to water but you can't make him drink"....well we don't care if they drink the water! It takes forever for them to accept being harnessed to pull the boat/trailer and twice as long to get them to walk backwards, down the boat ramp, so we can launch the boat <!--graemlin::D-->.

Originally posted by: Norhternpike48 on 9/29/2004 6:16:59 AM

W-Wayne,
Trying to get a rise out of some. Would I like to try a 200+hp BBoat? hell ya? It's like, would I buy a porsche 911? no. But I sure would love to drive one for a day.
Too bad about the horses, Backing them up on the ramp must be a pain <!--graemlin::D--> I've been through there a few times and it sure is a lot more relaxed than here. and good lakes are all available within a reasonable drive. I've got to drive a couple of hours to get away from the rat race.
I'll have to get back that way before the snow starts.

Originally posted by: Rookie@bassin on 10/5/2004 10:52:40 PM

Hello to all the Canadians out there,
I am not Canadian but I did live in Winnipeg for 4yrs as a teenager until my parents decided to move us back here to Indiana, regardless of me and my brothers protests. I loved it up there and one of these days will return, at least for a visit. Stay safe and stay warm this Winter.

Originally posted by: PAPPADIDDY on 10/6/2004 2:21:34 AM

HEY ROOKIE@BASSEN; IDON'TR KNOW ABOUT CANADA, BUT YOU COULD GO TO THE GWINN,MICH. MEET NEXT JUNE. I WASN'T VERY INTERESTED UNTIL I GOT ENCOURAGEMENT TO ATTEND. MAYBE WE CAN HOOK UP TO GO TOGETHER. THE MEET IS JUNE 2005 FROMTHE 11-18th. I MAY NOT SPEND THE WHOLE TIME BUT WOULD LIKE TO GO AT LEAST A COUPLE DAYS ANYWAY. THINK IT OVER AND LET ME KNOW. SOUNDS LIKE A GOOD VACATION PLAN TO ME.

Originally posted by: Rookie@bassin on 10/6/2004 3:42:15 PM

Pappa,
I'd love to be able to go but dont think the finances, with allow it, who knows though things may change an if they do I'll be all over it.
Heck I dont need a room.
Unless its a rainin the stars and a mosquito net can be my roof.
I thought the meet was for Lifers only?

Originally posted by: LIPRIPPER on 10/6/2004 5:58:22 PM

Nope Rookie the meet is for anyone who wants to come <!--graemlin::D--> and EYE'm like you just give me a lounge chair a blanket and a fire and I be fine. <!--graemlin::D-->

Originally posted by: Rookie@bassin on 10/6/2004 6:27:07 PM

Is there kitty-kats that far North,lol
How is the Bassin?
any one know

Originally posted by: LIPRIPPER on 10/6/2004 6:31:31 PM

Not for sure Rookie I've never been up there but ifn I do there had better be some Kitty-Kats up there <!--graemlin::D--> I do think they have BASS there though and Walleye too

Originally posted by: PAPPADIDDY on 10/9/2004 10:45:45 AM

I DON'T THINK THERE ARE KITTIES UP THAT FAR, CAUSE THEY DON'T MAKE LONG JOHNS THAT SMALL. IFIN I REMEMBER RIGHT, THE NIGHTS CAN BE ON THE COOL SIDE. COOL, NOT FROSTY AS IN THE FARTHER NORTH. <!--graemlin::D-->

Originally posted by: Rookie@bassin on 10/12/2004 2:28:11 PM

well lip,
so much for kitty catin but theys still panfish an others up there.

Originally posted by: LIPRIPPER on 10/12/2004 5:10:59 PM

Rookie ifn we do go EYE guess we just have to take our own Kitty-Kats <!--graemlin::eek:--> <!--graemlin::D--> just kidding wouldn't want to get in trouble with the locals for putting foren objects in the waters <!--graemlin::rolleyes:--> <!--graemlin::D-->

Originally posted by: Rookie@bassin on 10/12/2004 6:11:56 PM

yeah,
somehow i dont think they'd like that
Oh well they dont know what their missing

Originally posted by: silversalmon on 10/13/2004 2:48:53 AM

Another thing about kitty kats, if you think they are not flying fish, well, all of ours has to get flown in up here <!--graemlin::D--> We do have all you can eat fried kitty kats on Fri,Sat and Sun. We have a fish up here that resembles the kat though, burbot. They taste like lobster.

Originally posted by: LIPRIPPER on 10/13/2004 3:45:02 PM

That's for sure Rookie their loss <!--graemlin::D-->
silver glad you said that for a second there I thought ya was going to say they taste like Chicken <!--graemlin::rolleyes:--> <!--graemlin::D-->

Originally posted by: PAPPADIDDY on 10/13/2004 6:57:02 PM

BE WATCHING OUT FOR DEM CLAWS. THE BIGGEST ONE HAS A VERY MEAN LEFT CROSS!!!

Originally posted by: bbronswyk on 10/13/2004 8:17:12 PM

Hey guys,

My name is Bryan I am from BC. I live in the lower mainland in Maple Ridge. Just found out about the Bass fishing and started it a couple weeks ago so its my new hobby. I still love my salmon/trout fishnig but something new is always good.

I look forward to talknig to you guys more.

Originally posted by: WalleyeWayne on 10/14/2004 4:55:24 AM

I welcomed you on another thread bbronswyk and I'll do it again here. I don't fish for salmon but I have fished for lake, rainbow and speckled trout in this part of Lake Superior.

Originally posted by: PAPPADIDDY on 10/16/2004 12:36:46 PM

WAY TO GO BRYAN. FEAR NOTHING, TRY ANYTHING, AND DO YOUR BEST WHEN YOU DO. WELCOME TO THE CLUB BB. FEEL FREE TO GIVE A YELL ANYTIME. FISH ON. <!--graemlin::D-->

Originally posted by: silversalmon on 10/16/2004 2:27:45 PM

Good luck with the bass fishin. That was the first fish I ever caought in my life, smallmouth. After that it was mainly perch and walleye. Now, it is Salmon, trout, char, steelies, grayling, burbot and of course the good old pike.

Originally posted by: bbronswyk on 10/16/2004 6:35:16 PM

Went to a local lake today and caught 4 in about an hour and a half but as soon as the sun hit it just died. All were in the 1lb range. I could have caught more if I didnt lose so many of course the big one got away <!--graemlin:;)-->

Originally posted by: johncail on 11/7/2004 11:40:37 AM

<!--graemlin::cool:--> i'm from Saint John in New Brunswick at the the mouth of the st. john and kenibicasis rivers, on the bay of fundy on the atlantic coast (highest tides in the world, a reversing falls rapids with a large estuary) with lots of lakes too.

i mostly fish locally for trout, smelt, various perches, pickeral and small mouth bass.oh, and STRIPED BASS (season just ended) occasionally i also go for salmon and plan to fish for sturgeon next year.
i'm waiting for hard water now, we have to wait a little longer than most, those tides and the salt makes the ice a little tricky <!--graemlin:;)-->

Originally posted by: Norhternpike48 on 11/23/2004 5:18:12 AM

Sorry for being away from the site so long.
Now that the year is drawing to a close, has anyone else noticed that this was not the best year for fish? Everyone I met all spring/summer/fall (southern Ontario) has complained of the same thing.
Hopefully this was just an off year and as cycles go things will change.
I would like to hear from Other parts of the country to find out if this is just an isolated case.

Originally posted by: LIPRIPPER on 11/23/2004 4:08:10 PM

Norhternpike48 funny you should mention that <!--graemlin::eek:--> I've said the same thing myself and from all I've heard or seen it looks like it's everywhere this year. <!--graemlin::(--> I know you hear of a few stories of good catches but as a whole they are few and far between. <!--graemlin::(--> I hope it's just an off year too and that next year it will get better.
Glad ya could drop back in <!--graemlin::cool:-->

Originally posted by: johncail on 11/23/2004 7:15:05 PM

<!--graemlin::cool:--> <!--graemlin::eek:--> no kitty cats in ontario? wrong!!! the ottawa river is a major cat fishery, they are really promoting it. not as big as down south but lots to catch. it's on half there fishing shows this week.

down here in new brunswick we also have cats but they are only really kittens, big ones go a couple of pounds, brown/black bull heads. <!--graemlin:;)-->

Originally posted by: Norhternpike48 on 11/24/2004 1:42:40 AM

Lipripper, I guess there are a few of us left that, after the smoke of battle clears, can honestly admit that we didn't get as many as others claimed. <!--graemlin:;)-->LOL
I just found it strange that once the conversation starts around the fish'n hole, everyone is saying what I had been thinking. (but not wanting to be the first to admit I wasn't having the success I thought I should) I believe the catch ratio is down this year. Sure I have had the odd "good" day, but there have been too many days when it seemed nothing was interested apart from the odd sunfish or crappie (hour after hour of drown'n worms)........interesting
Maybe we could get one of those large *** government grants to set up study on this <!--graemlin::p--> lol

Originally posted by: PAPPADIDDY on 11/24/2004 2:09:25 AM

I AGREE ABOUT THIS BEING AN "OFF" YEAR. I DIDN'T DO SO WELL BECAUSE OF SEVERAL REASONS. THE FIRST AND FOREMOST IS THE FACT THAT I'VE BEEN OUT OF COMISSION FROM JUNE 8- TO SEPTEMBER 26. THIS WAS DUE TO NECK SURGERY THAT HAD TO BE DONE. THOSE ARE MY FAVORITE TIMES OF THE YEAR FOR FISHING. I'M AN AVID PANFISHERMAN AND I MISSED THE ENTIRE SPAWN THIS YEAR. THATS A CRIME IN ITSELF. THE THE NEXT THING IS THAT UPON RETURNING TO WORK I'VE BEEN WORKING LIKE ALL GET OUT TO TRY AND "CATCH-UP" FOR LOST TIME. I'VE WORKED AS MUCH OVERTIME AS THEY WOULD GIVE ME. THE VERY MOST IMPORTANT IS THAT I DIDN'T MEET WITH JODA AND THE LIPSTER UNTIL OUR ST. JOE FISHING MEET. THESE TWO GUYS HAD MADE THE LOSS OF SUMMER ENTIRELY WORTH IT. I'VE NOT ONLY HAD THE BEST TIME OF MANY YEARS BUT ALSO MET TWO OF THE GREATEST FRIENDS EVER. THEY'VE INSPIRED ME TO CONTINUE ON WHERE I WAS GOING TO QUIT. JODA SHOWED ME THAT THERE IS NO QUITTING; AND I'M VERY GREATFUL FOR THAT. I'VE TURNED A NEW LEAF AND MADE MANY NEW FRIENDS ALSO. THANKS FOR EVERYTHING JODA AND LIPRIPPER.

Originally posted by: Norhternpike48 on 11/24/2004 2:27:26 AM

Pappadiddy,
Sometimes the road of life takes us into what seems like a dark valley. The climb out takes us longer than we thought. It's a good feeling when a hand or two is there to help us out.
Like they say life, is not a straight road. I think as long as you can stop at a fishing hole along the way it gives you time to put things in perspective.
Been there.

Originally posted by: WalleyeWayne on 11/24/2004 6:35:58 AM

Northernpike48 I've posted several times after a fishing trip that the fishing was "so-so" at best, or "crazy good-crazy bad" except for a trip to a local fishing pond (absolutely wild). Our summer was cooler and somewhat wetter than past summers but the last 4 years have been excellent for fishing. Thus, perhaps this year was a "catch-up year" for the fish to rebound a bit? I was talking with a native guide in August about how slow the fishing had been this year and he believes it is nature's cycle where the fishing slows to allow for a replenishing period. He asked me; quote:"If you continued to catch fish like you have in the past 4 or 5 years where do you think the fish would come from?" I think that's a pretty fair question and perhaps we may be in a downward spiral for a couple of years to come?

Originally posted by: Norhternpike48 on 11/24/2004 10:03:47 AM

W.W
Well, your response makes sense. I was getting kinda tired of bombing the lake with everything in my tackle box and thinking, maybe I've just lost my touch. (the eye of the tiger...lol) Could be part of the reason but, a lot of people have found the fishing a little slow to downright frustrating this year.
If nothing else it makes things more challenging and that's what it is all about. That's why it's called "fishing" and not "catching"
Good luck on the ice Wayne, I'm going to sit the frozen season out this year. (I think <!--graemlin:;)-->)

Originally posted by: davesett2000 on 11/24/2004 10:09:34 AM

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<!--graemlin::cool:--> <!--graemlin::eek:--> no kitty cats in ontario? wrong!!! the ottawa river is a major cat fishery, they are really promoting it. not as big as down south but lots to catch. it's on half there fishing shows this week.

down here in new brunswick we also have cats but they are only really kittens, big ones go a couple of pounds, brown/black bull heads. <!--graemlin:;)-->

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Originally posted by: johncail on 11/24/2004 1:20:53 PM

<!--graemlin::cool:--> <!--graemlin::rolleyes:--> i would have to agree the catch was down. i also noticed blue was much less effective than last year. the only lure with blue that i had any real amount of luck with was an ice tiger patern that i bought for striper (nope) but which worked for smallies and big shouldered white perch. ( i should have checked the lenght on the biggest white perch - i probabley filleted a local record-ohps <!--graemlin::rolleyes:-->)

but as a whole fewer fish and hits than last year, with trout being a rare keeper now. for trout that isn't much of a change, the last few years have been bad, mostly a habitat problem but also an invasion of swimmers!! lol <!--graemlin::eek:--> <!--graemlin::confused:--> <!--graemlin::rolleyes:-->
this year it became my curse, i would leave my early morning spot for a more consistant hit. mostly pools below ripples and rapids, the occasional falls. great spots for holding trout but instead they were all full of people swimming!! this made for some interesting views but no place to cast. the first time it happened it thought no big deal, i just moved past down to the next pool. more swimmers, next...and the next mile of river all swimmers!! <!--graemlin::rolleyes:--> so i climb up out of the valley, walk half a mile to a nearby lake with nice trout and even some black bull head catfish.... and.... 4 different groups swimming!!! i felt like giving them directions to a swimming pool but just started laughing, after all when i go swimming i prefer the trout pools too! <!--graemlin::cool:--> <!--graemlin::D-->

oh, and i did have a few good days for trout. early spring sea runs had no swimmers - they would have turned blue. <!--graemlin::eek:--> and then i just switched to rainy days, just driving and fishing the road side pools teaching some newbeis how to fish trout. i took them to one spot that always produces, warning them first the size may vary a lot but there would be at least a few fish caught. they were a little leary, already soaked from the earlier spots and wondering why we didn't drive this far out to begin with. i told them the local kids know all about the spot and would have fished it out early in the day but the pool would now have calmed down and be holding trout. this was about 2 hours before dark. the pool was full... and this time with trout!! <!--graemlin::D--> they were all sizes. we landed some from 5 to 9" first and then a couple of 10". normaly you catch the big guys first but the smaller ones didn't give them much of a chance. this stired things up so the bite cooled off.
i took a little time then to show them how to work the pool. the first novice that tried working the bait down the ripple and slowy rolling the lenght of the pool was rewarded with a nice fat 13" brookie that expolded out of the water when it hit - at a range of only 3' from shore. the newbies were hooked on trout fishin'and spent the next 2 weekends driving around trying to find that spot again, and then catching a few more nice fish. <!--graemlin::D-->

<!--graemlin::)-->fish? they are still out there, i think it was just an off year. <!--graemlin::rolleyes:--> <!--graemlin::D--> <!--graemlin::cool:-->

Originally posted by: Norhternpike48 on 11/25/2004 7:13:53 PM

John C,
Funny you should mention colour, I can't remember what post It was on this site, But they talked about the last defense go-to lure.
Anyway, as I've said the fishing being slow this year my blues, black, purple, even chartreuse and oranges just were not do'in it. I remember the post and how he had said his father always went with a Storm Wild Eye Shad in Pearl. To make a long story short, I bought some went back to the same location and bang I was pull'in them in. smallies all afternoon. Now it was sunny and hot, the water was 12 -14 feet and crystal clear. I ain't no biologist but what should not have worked did. Are the fish looking for something different after the major influx of plastic worms etc.?
Well I guess your never too old to learn. I would just like to thank the individual who posted that piece and tell him to listen to his dad more often

Originally posted by: Beamer on 12/3/2004 2:37:48 PM

Hi, another Life member from Thunder Bay. Love the brookie and steelhead fishing not to mention the walleye,northern and muskie fishing the area has to offer.Good to see other Canadians using this bulletin board.So long from T/Bay

Originally posted by: LIPRIPPER on 12/3/2004 4:05:55 PM

Hi ya Beamer and welcome to the BB glad to see another member from North Of The Boarder. Ya might want to hook up with Walley Wayne our other member from Thunder Bay. Make yourself at home and if ya have any Questions or tips just jump right in and would you click here Hi I'm Beamer and tell us a little more about yourself and don't forget the funny page section Bloopers and read all the funny stuff on your fellow members.
So welcome again and hope to see ya around here more.

Originally posted by: WalleyeWayne on 12/3/2004 7:00:10 PM

Welcome aboard Beamer. Where in T. Bay are ya? I live in Fort William.

Originally posted by: John C. Taylor on 12/4/2004 3:24:39 AM

I was really glad to see Pres. Bush publically thank the Canadian people for their kindness and caring toward U.S. citizens in the aftermath the 9-11 terror attack. We are all greatful for the friendship of our northern neighbors.

Originally posted by: Beamer on 12/5/2004 8:47:46 AM

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Welcome aboard _Beamer_. Where in T. Bay are ya? I live in Fort William.

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Originally posted by: WalleyeWayne on 12/6/2004 5:01:21 AM

Beamer I'm very familiar with Fort Frances; we have a cottage on Bears Pass, Rainy Lake and have spent a lot of time hunting & fishing (let alone hockey/baseball tournaments) in the Dryden area. Lake Nipigon is a great place for specs & steelies but both can be caught in any of the rivers flowing into Lake Superior. FYI...Whitefish Lake & Lac des Mill Lacs are both open for ice fishing. If you need any info. on our surrounding area just ask.

Originally posted by: LIPRIPPER on 12/6/2004 2:44:37 PM

Hey Wayne it's been a few years since I've been up there but use to go fishing at Eagle Lake by Dryden till they cut down the # of fish we could bring home and raised the price <!--graemlin::(--> eye sure do miss not going up there though <!--graemlin::(-->

Originally posted by: WalleyeWayne on 12/7/2004 4:45:40 AM

You know Lipper it really is a tough call. The walleye possession limit for our American friends is way too tight (1 in possession). Slot size & creel limits I agree with (for everyone) but why squeeze someone because they are not Canadian? There were, and continue to be, a few that come accross the border and are caught poaching but that doesn't mean we have to paint everybody with the same brush. We have game wardens that are paid to look into this stuff so just let them do their job. The resort owners have lost millions because of the restrictions. My camp is right on the Canadian/USA border and I am surrounded by resorts who cater specifically to our border friends. Hence, there is a 4-1 ratio of Americans vs. Canadians fishing where I fish and almost all are very friendly and respectful. I have run into the occasional "rogue" fisherperson who has followed me around the lake and all but anchored onto my boat (it happens once or twice a year). I know they're American because of the boat numbers but again that has been the exception, not the norm. For any of you guys or gals from this BB that get a chance to come fish Rainy Lake let me know in advance and I'll show ya'll some real Candadian hospitality <!--graemlin:;)-->.

Originally posted by: LIPRIPPER on 12/8/2004 4:23:49 PM

Wayne I agree with you 100% on this matter and we will have to talk about this if you make it to the La Crosse meet in Now let me see when was that meet going to be <!--graemlin::confused:--> ever since eye un-pluged my zip hard drive for the holidays like eye promised ol joda it's hard to remember these things <!--graemlin:;)--> <!--graemlin::D-->

Originally posted by: WalleyeWayne on 12/9/2004 5:18:00 AM

You keep rackin' your brains like that Lipripper and you'll have to plug the zip drive back in <!--graemlin::eek:-->. You can only tax the ole' cranium for so long before it gets overloaded and decides to shut down <!--graemlin::D-->. How come you unplugged 'er anyways <!--graemlin::confused:-->.

Originally posted by: LIPRIPPER on 12/15/2004 2:14:45 PM

Wayne eye'm not sure <!--graemlin::confused:--> but eye think that eye promisses ol joda not too <!--graemlin::p--> any members till after the Holidays <!--graemlin::rolleyes:--> sort of a Christmas present to him so to speak and ifn eye didn't unplug it that would be next to impossable <!--graemlin::D--> even with it unpluged eye'm sure you have seen some <!--graemlin::p-->'s slip out ever now and then <!--graemlin:;)-->

Originally posted by: WalleyeWayne on 12/16/2004 7:00:20 AM

You bet Lipripper and that's what keeps things light and fun around here <!--graemlin:;)-->.

Originally posted by: davesett2000 on 12/16/2004 7:05:33 AM

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You bet _Lipripper_ and that's what keeps things light and fun around here <!--graemlin:;)-->.

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Originally posted by: Norhternpike48 on 1/10/2005 3:04:22 PM

Walleye Wayne,
Need some info on Whitefish lake. Might move up your way in a couple of months and was wondering what the lake was like.

Originally posted by: WalleyeWayne on 1/13/2005 7:46:39 PM

My sincere apologies Norhternpike48 but I didn't see this post until tonight. Whitefish Lake is an hours drive from where I live and is one of the most popular walleye fisheries around. The lake is not big and has an average depth of just over 6' but it has everything needed to be a self-sustaining lake. It has northen pike in decent sizes and perch, when you can find them. There are probably over 100 camps on the lake and a few resorts (Cedar Sites Resort) and also a very good sized public launch free of charge. I've got a map of the lake if you're interested and can e-mail it to you. Ice fishing is second only to Lac Des Milles Lac. The lake is hit hard year round but just continues to produce excellent fishing so it's one I'd recommend for sure. If you need anymore info. just ask. If you're moving here we may have to consider some fishing together if you're interested.

Originally posted by: Norhternpike48 on 1/14/2005 11:51:41 AM

Wayne,
Thanks for the info. I'm almost certain I will be moving this spring. I will have to fly up in February to check on property prior to purchase. I have my eye on a waterfront site.
We will definitly have to hook up once I'm on the ground so you can point out the fish'n holes
I've had enough of Toronto and it's time to move on.

Originally posted by: WalleyeWayne on 1/18/2005 10:54:22 AM

Good luck with the move NP48 and I hope everything works out well for you.

Originally posted by: Norhternpike48 on 1/19/2005 11:26:01 PM

Thanks Wayne.
After over a quarter century serving in the military and being moved every 4 years (or less) I hope this is the second last move I make. (the last one will be in a pine box to what I believe is considered a "basement apartment") I'll travel a different road and instead of retiring south I'll head north and avoid the rat race. I have lived in some pretty inhospitable places in the world so it's time for me to go where I can relax. Looking forward to backing the boat into the water this spring on a good old canadian shield lake

Originally posted by: WalleyeWayne on 1/21/2005 7:56:23 AM

No rat race up here NP48. Us Northern Ontario folks are known for being real laid back and also known for our hospitality so be sure to keep in touch as moving day approaches.

Originally posted by: John C. Taylor on 1/29/2005 8:43:09 PM

Just how white is the "Great White North" right now?------------JCT

Originally posted by: WalleyeWayne on 1/31/2005 8:28:55 AM

I got some pictures that I've been meaning to get developed to show ya all on the BB how much snow we have. We have well over 1 meter of snow so far and we're halfway through winter. My walkway has a 4' chain link fence and you can step over it when walking on top of the snow. My driveway snowbanks are over the top of the cab of my truck. It is too high to shovel the snow up there. Only the snowblower can get the lighter stuff up that high.

Originally posted by: John C. Taylor on 1/31/2005 8:58:03 PM

WOW!!! That's some snow.

Have you had any problem with those Great White Snow Sharks lately? I hear when the snow gets up to truck window level, they will attack you on the street and try to drag you out of the cab.

If you do have trouble just give me a call and I'll head up to the Great White North with a couple of heavy fly rods. I'd like to catch one of those buggers.

Later-----JCT

Originally posted by: WalleyeWayne on 2/1/2005 10:23:00 AM

No problem with them Great White Snow Sharks. We whack 'em upside the head with a shovel right after we whack the snowplow driver upside the head with the shovel first <!--graemlin::cool:--> <!--graemlin::D-->.

Originally posted by: Norhternpike48 on 2/3/2005 8:07:42 AM

The only way to catch a snow shark is trolling. Get a couple a guys in the back of the pickup (cap on and back window open) then tie on one of them southern ontario guys and throw him out the back. Cruise likely spots, taverns, coffee shops etc. (remember to keep the speed down as you might rip some of the designer clothing if you drag him) Once you have the snow shark on, pull the pair in close to the truck until you can get a good swing at the great white with the snow scraper (metal and none of them newfangled curved handle models) with any luck you can throw the "bait" back where you found him

Originally posted by: davesett2000 on 2/3/2005 2:28:12 PM

But if they offer you a bottle of Labatt's you know they're OK <!--graemlin::D--> <!--graemlin:;)-->

Originally posted by: WalleyeWayne on 2/4/2005 8:35:37 AM

Right on the money there NP48 <!--graemlin::D-->. Dave, you know it too...ain't no Southern Ontario boy dressed like he's going to pose for GQ is gonna have any affiliation with a bottle of Labatts Blue <!--graemlin::rolleyes:-->. He's going to the Cigar Bar to have a martini or two before stopping at his girlfriends on his way home to his wife and family <!--graemlin::eek:-->.

Here in Northern Ontario the wife and kids pick you up, in your truck, after work, food coolers packed, rods in the back, boat/trailer hitched up, 24 Blue on ice in a separate cooler and the dog panting/drooling all over the back of the truck <!--graemlin::cool:--> <!--graemlin::D-->.

Well, maybe not quite....but close <!--graemlin::)-->

Originally posted by: John C. Taylor on 2/4/2005 12:44:17 PM

I kind of like that trolling idea but if the snowplow drivers are meaner than the Great White Snow Sharks, maybe they should be the target species first. I do catch and release most of the time but I could keep one driver as trolling bait.

Whacking and poking your Snow Sharks with shovels and ice scrapers just might give those abused critters a bad attitude before I make my way up to The Great White North. I suppose I'll have to bring along my heavy duty C&S fishing rig (Catch and Shoot--Browning .338 with a super duty cable tied to the gun barrel). A "C&S" rig in Kansas is pretty mild, a Winchester 94 and a catfish line.

Save some of those SnowPlow Drivers, Great White Snow Sharks and Labatt's for me.----------JCT (shark hunter/fisher).

Originally posted by: pipe guy on 2/14/2005 6:39:01 PM

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Originally posted by Norhternpike48:
WalleyeWayne, I've just returned from the French river area unbelievable fishing....I normally fish the Kawartha Lakes or Lake Simcoe. One of these days I'm going back to Kenora, Lake of the Woods area. You almost have to hide behind a tree to bait your hook there, the fish are so agressive.
And you? I know the Pike and Pickerel are good up your way

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Originally posted by: pipe guy on 2/14/2005 6:40:50 PM

My son and I r going to french river area in june. any suggestions on where to stay, fish etc?

Originally posted by: a_reel_catch on 2/15/2005 12:48:09 AM

Hi guys,
I just wanted to introduce myself since I am new to this site. I live in Canada's true north. I am blessed to live on the shores of Lake Leberge on the Yukon River and am able to go out daily whether by ATV, Sled, on foot or by boat.
So Cheers and "keep 'em tight"

Originally posted by: WalleyeWayne on 2/15/2005 11:57:44 AM

Welcome aboard pipe guy and a_reel_catch. pipe guy, which French River are you talking about? There is a French River by Atikokan, Ontario that I know of but I'm betting there's several more.....

CHEERS to you too a_reel_catch and indeed you are a true Northerner.

Originally posted by: holmes69 on 3/3/2005 7:41:36 PM

hi everyone.ny name is jeremy and im a life member from Prince George,B.C.Ive seen a lot of club decals around here so i know im not the only member in town.i finally got my reel today and am itchin to use it.talk to you guys later <!--graemlin::)-->

Originally posted by: WalleyeWayne on 3/4/2005 6:32:06 AM

Welcome aboard holmes69. You're certainly not the only member in town. Have a look around and then get some action in with your new reel <!--graemlin::)-->.

Originally posted by: papa_d on 3/4/2005 6:46:06 AM

WELCOME JEREMY; AND HOPE THIS FINDS YOU GETTING THE THINGS THIG CLUB/BB HAS TO OFFER. THOUGH T'MM LIVING IN MICH. I AM OF FRENCE CANADIAN DESENT. DAD'S DAD WAS ORIGINALLY FROM QUBEC...

Originally posted by: Norhternpike48 on 3/5/2005 5:06:25 PM

W Wayne
Just returned fom TBay and had a successfull trip. Offer to purchase accepted and date set for move to Whitefish Lake area (Suomi). So now I will have to discover a new geographical area for fishing.
You are correct, a lot of snow. Should be good for water levels though.
Hope the ice fishing is going well for you and you bring home lots of ice ......lol

Originally posted by: WalleyeWayne on 3/5/2005 6:12:20 PM

Congrats NP48 and good to hear from you again. If there is some ice fishing to be done and ice is still safe, Whitefish Lake holds lots of walleye and perch. We could give your "new home" a breaking in party with some ice fishing in your backyard. Be sure to give me a shout here on the BB when you move up here and maybe we can try to hook up for some local fishing. Did you at least take some of our snow with you? <!--graemlin::D-->

Originally posted by: Norhternpike48 on 3/6/2005 7:01:36 AM

W Wayne
Thanks. The move will take place at the beginning of May, so the ice is yours <!--graemlin::D-->.
Needless to say a lot of thinking has to go in to the move and wether I bring the boat or sell and buy something up there.
Sounds like a good idea though, to break the place in with some fishing (across the street).
I left you the snow knowing how much you like it <!--graemlin::p-->

Originally posted by: WalleyeWayne on 3/10/2005 6:17:17 PM

NP48 boats are overpriced here BIGTIME <!--graemlin::eek:--> <!--graemlin::mad:-->. If you have a good unit and can get it here, that would be my suggestion. Walleye season opens here the 3rd weekend in May so be sure to give me a shout when you're good to go.

Originally posted by: Norhternpike48 on 3/23/2005 1:52:47 PM

W.W.
Thanks for the info. I guess I'll hang on to the old girl (the boat....lol) Guess I'm arriving at the right time. Of course I have to set up the place so getting away to fish might not be that easy for the first couple of weeks. I'll stay in touch

Originally posted by: cookerH on 3/27/2005 8:59:09 PM

hi guys , ever try some fishing near the Quebec border? im in kirkland lake,and lake abitibi is the hot spot here,most of the lakes have been slow for the eyes here though

Originally posted by: cookerH on 3/27/2005 9:02:07 PM

NP48 do you know of a lake called Dosier near wawa, i went there as a kid ,had a blast, i think its a fly-in lake,but we drove in to it,long ride

Originally posted by: Norhternpike48 on 3/28/2005 5:58:01 PM

Cooker,
Can't say as I have heard of it. I've spent the last couple of years on the lakes down here though. (Kawarthas - Ottawa river) Terribly over fished and crowded.
I try to get away as much as possible. Some of those fly in lakes I can only dream of getting to. Someday I hope to get up to northern Manitoba and try wrestling with some good size virgin northerns.

Originally posted by: Norhternpike48 on 4/6/2005 7:54:35 AM

W Wayne,
After a limited amount of research I have noticed that along the 48th parallel prices seem to rise for fishing/outdoor gear. (sometimes to ridiculous levels) Now I'm not certain if the same is true on the southern half. I think we all know the reason for this practice. I also feel compelled to make our southern friends aware that they should come as equipped as possible. Having said that, it seems that it puts local residents at a disadvatage. Possibly a post of border crossing retailers that still offer fair prices. for both us and them. (there are plenty that don't practice this piracey)
This is just an observation I've made from fishing Kingston/Gananoque, The Soo, and T Bay.

Originally posted by: WalleyeWayne on 4/7/2005 8:31:37 AM

You're right NP48 and that's why you'll read on here that I buy quite a bit of gear from Wal*Mart as a result. Our local bait shop type stores think they have us over a barrel and jack up the prices. Canadian Tire stores have a decent selection of gear that rivals prices at Wal*Mart so at least there's a bit of competition here. I always pop into Gander Mountain (Dick's), Cabela's, Scheels Sporting Goods, etc. when I go stateside to see what I can get for a better price here (usually the whole store is cheaper <!--graemlin::rolleyes:-->). I'm buying water skis when I'm in Minn. on the May 13th weekend <!--graemlin::)-->. $229.99 (without 15% taxes) here and same skis at Cabela's for $99.99. That's $265 total here and $129 total Canadian when I buy at Cabela's. No brainer!!!

Originally posted by: Norhternpike48 on 4/7/2005 9:20:37 AM

WW
Not sure if you have a Bass Pro Shop handy across the border, we just had one open (the first in Canada) about 45 min from me. The prices are amazing. I picked up 15 various packs of storm plastic baits for .99 cents each. as well items like BPS Excel Mono line go for $11.00 for 1500 yards.
I refuse to get gouged on stuff so I will stock up until I move up your way (or until the bride cuts me off) After that thank goodness for Canadian Tire and Wal-Mart eh <!--graemlin:;)-->

Originally posted by: MountieMan on 4/7/2005 10:40:18 AM

I know what you guys mean. In Winnipeg, it costs $10 per pack of 3" Senkos before taxes. That's a dollar per bait, a little too pricey for soft plastics in my book even though they are my favorite bait. As no Walmart or Canadian Tire that I have found carries Senkos I have started making my own. Much more reasonably priced, plus I can make colour combos no one else does.

Originally posted by: papa_d on 4/7/2005 10:59:44 AM

HEY THERE STRANGER; WHERE YA BEEN AND WAZZZZZZ UP! HAVENT SEEN YOU POST FOR AWHILE, HOW EVERY LIL THING GOING WITH YOU THESE DAYS? SEND ME YOUR MAILING ADDRESS AND I'LL SEND YOU SOME BAITS; I'VE GOT PLENTY AND CAN NEVER USE THEM ALL. thedevowes@hotmail.com

Originally posted by: WalleyeWayne on 4/8/2005 4:45:33 AM

Hi MountieMan good to hear from you again. NP48 no Bass Pro Shops around here. The best known, independent fishing/hunting shop we have here in T. Bay is called D&R Sporting goods. They have good quality stuff and some decent prices but you must do your "pricing homework" before you buy anything there.

Originally posted by: davesett2000 on 5/4/2005 8:58:27 AM

Bring this back up so it doesn't get archived guys... <!--graemlin::cool:-->

How things up that way? <!--graemlin::confused:-->

Originally posted by: getdanet1 on 7/21/2005 6:45:00 PM

Hey NP48, Ihave been fishing with the Lucky Strike Nickle and Copper hammered spoons since our Canadian guide turned us on to them about 3 yrs ago. It's a real Pike getter and even Walleye too.
Fishing out of Andersons Lodge on Abrahms Lake,
Souix Narrows. Lac Seul, Minitaki, Big & Little Vermillion, English River. If I owned a Star Trek Transporter, I'd wear it out going back and forth from Chicago. Ya just gotta have great Pizza!! <!--graemlin::D-->

Originally posted by: Norhternpike48 on 7/26/2005 5:24:41 AM

Gedanet,
Glad to see you found a true canadian legend in Lucky Strike. If you like the hammered spoons you should try their line of old wooden lures. These lures are made in the old tradition and are deadly on pike and musky.
I always like to find different lures that the fish haven't seen, these fit the bill..... They are not a flash in the pan company. they have been producing good quality tackle since the 1920's.
No I don't work for them and this is not a sales pitch...lol I just like the idea of a company that sticks to its roots and has not become part of a huge conglomerate that's all all flash and marketing. If we keep these independant companies going they will always keep the big boys honest

NP48

Originally posted by: getdanet1 on 8/11/2005 7:47:30 PM

NP48,I will take a look at the LS site and check out those wooden lures as well. You wouldn't have to sell me on 'em. I have a few really go to lures and I wouldn't mind adding another to the collection.
Fish on the line ...EH!

Originally posted by: Norhternpike48 on 8/12/2005 7:37:26 AM

Ged,
You might want to check out the Williams line of warblers. Very effective
Has anyone heard from Walleye Wayne lately? Not really concerned but he's been gone for a while.......

Originally posted by: WALLEYE KING #1 on 8/14/2005 9:38:17 AM

WAYNE BE ON A LAYOFF RITE NOW AND I THINK HE BE EITHER AT DA CAMP ON RAINY LAKE OR HE BE IN THE STATES FISHIN WITH A COUPLE OF BB MEMBERS.

Originally posted by: Norhternpike48 on 8/14/2005 10:18:42 AM

King,
Thanks for the update, I was just curious. Fishing has been pretty good up this way (unlike last year) so I don't blame him.
Still hunting for my 48" pike......back to toss'n lures.

Originally posted by: davesett2000 on 8/14/2005 7:53:51 PM

http://www.freemap.ca

This is a COOL map of the general area around Sioux Lookout... and of ALL the lakes and river near there <!--graemlin::cool:-->

Talk about fishin' opportunities <!--graemlin::eek:-->

Originally posted by: WALLEYE KING #1 on 8/15/2005 7:07:07 PM

HEY NP48 GLAD TO HEAR FROM YA. WHEN I WAS UP DA COTTAGE AROUD DA 4th OF JULY, DA WALLEYE WERE BITIN LIKE CRAZY AND DA PIKE WERE DOIN DA SAME. ONLY HAD ONE HUGE PIKE ON AND THE PIKE WON. IT WAS IN DA 40" CLASS. CAUGHT MANY FROM 5-12lbs. BASS WERE ALSO BITIN LIKE CRAZY. JUST ABOUT EVERYTHING WAS BITIN. HOPR TO TALK TO YA SOON. <!--graemlin::)-->

Originally posted by: WalleyeWayne on 8/18/2005 8:08:34 AM

NP48 how ya been mister. Long time no chat <!--graemlin::eek:-->. I've been busy travelling the States with baseball, doing some fishing and then working once in a while. I'm heading to Rainy Lake this weekend for some walleye & possibly crappie fishing. Have you been fishing Whitefish Lake this summer? I'm bringing my boat home after this trip to Rainy Lake and maybe we can hook up around the Thunder Bay area for some local walleye fishing....

Originally posted by: Norhternpike48 on 8/18/2005 12:23:52 PM

Wayne,
Good to hear from you again, starting to think you had become musky bait <!--graemlin::D--> Move is done. Now the fun part, I'm half way through cutting and splitting ten cord of firewood. Backup generator in place and was forced to shoot my tractor and buy a new one, (money earmarked for a new 20 horse four stroke outboard). All in all a smooth transition. Been out on Whitfish lake (2-3 times a week) and a few other small lakes in the area. I sold my boat (a fiberglass 15' with a 1961 40hp Evinrude) too hard on gas and heavy. Picked up a 14' Aluminum and a new 6hp Mercury. Easy on gas and a breeze to tow, also trolls all day without missing a beat. I find it perfect for all these small lakes. Maybe I could use the new John Deere to tow the thing....lol
Now I just have to start exploring the area. Fall is just around the corner and better fishing. (it was awful hot around here in july)
We should try to link up and try out a lake or or two in this area.

Originally posted by: WalleyeWayne on 8/19/2005 4:48:36 AM

Sounds good NP48 <!--graemlin:;)-->.

Originally posted by: getdanet1 on 8/28/2005 7:18:45 PM

Hey, what's happened to Canada ..eh? You guyz iced over already?

Originally posted by: Norhternpike48 on 8/29/2005 4:59:36 AM

Ged...
Nope, not freezing yet. Just working on winter prep. Still cutting and splitting my wood to keep me warm in the comming months. Once the snow starts flying everything will shut down. Since I'm a good hour outside civilization I want to be prepared.
Also, had alot of rain lately so getting out on the lake takes a little more time (uncover the boat, bailing, and clumsey rainsuits etc.)
Once labour day has passed the lake will be quiet as the "seasonal" people will have closed up their cottages. Once that happens the lake will be nice and quiet again.
I think W Wayne headed up to his cottage to finish off the summer before the kids hit the books. I don't think he is "online" up there.
I guess the bottom line is, Once september hits the fishing will pick up again. I can resume my search for that 48" pike.........

Originally posted by: WalleyeWayne on 8/29/2005 5:45:23 AM

Yup, we were at the cabin for the last of our summer holidays. A couple BB Members (Greymist & L.M.Ray) came up to Rainy Lake for some fishing, but alas the fishing was not very good <!--graemlin::(-->. We found walleye's but we couldn't get many in the slot size. I enjoyed fishing with the guys and we did have a great fish-fry, compliments of L.M.Ray, Don & Rob. I invited them over to our cabin but they did the cooking (it had been awhile since someone cooked fish for me <!--graemlin::rolleyes:--> <!--graemlin::D-->). I'll post pictures soon. NP48 fishing will begin improving around the 3rd week of September so maybe we might hook up around then <!--graemlin:;)-->.

Originally posted by: Norhternpike48 on 8/29/2005 7:34:59 AM

Wayne,
Sounds like a plan. Keep me informed, by the third week in sept I will have completed my protective wall of fire wood. (nothing worse than flaming arrows for us settlers...lol)
By the way, did the forest fires come close to Rainy lake?

Originally posted by: getdanet1 on 8/29/2005 3:15:19 PM

Hi, guyz. Glad to see you come up for air. I will be going to Hayward Wi. the first few days of OCT. for Musky fishing. My bro in law and I usually go every year. We will be fishing with Musky Hall of Fame Guide (and Grizzled old timer ) Larry Ramsell.

Originally posted by: WalleyeWayne on 8/30/2005 4:30:46 AM

NP48 no forest fire trouble this time up around Rainy Lake. Not even a fire ban this time because it was damp enough. GDN1 you must really be looking forward to some musky fishing in Hayward. Here's hoping ya tie into another one around the same size as the last one you posted here on the site. I hooked one last week but it wasn't anywhere near as huge as yours. Good luck and take lots of pics <!--graemlin:;)-->.

Originally posted by: Greymist on 8/30/2005 6:11:26 AM

Ummm...Gee Wayne...If'n I remember right, you didn't "Hook" it.....ROFL

Originally posted by: WalleyeWayne on 8/30/2005 11:38:54 AM

DOOOH!!! Greymist is right, I didn't actually "hook" the musky. I was reeling in a 12" walleye when the musky hit it broadside and didn't let go until Greymist netted him (or her) for me. I think during, or shortly after, the netting process your reel blew up didn't it Greymist <!--graemlin::(-->. BTW...are we gonna tell 'em about the "Blooper with the Bridge" <!--graemlin::D-->.

Originally posted by: Greymist on 8/30/2005 12:30:23 PM

Ummm the bridge thing, that one's up to you partner. I was just doing the fishing thing off the back of the boat. <!--graemlin::cool:--> The blooper part is all yours. <!--graemlin::eek:--> Unless of course you want me to embelish it a little. <!--graemlin:;)--> And if you do decide to tell it, do it in the blooper section. Lip would never forgive you if you didn't. And yes that is when my reel decided to cash it in. And my camera battery decided to give up the ghost too if I recall. <!--graemlin::rolleyes:-->

Originally posted by: LIPRIPPER on 8/30/2005 1:00:59 PM

What's this about a Bridge <!--graemlin::eek:--> come on out with it Wayne in the Blooper Section if you please and if not Greymist is good at embelishment <!--graemlin::D-->

Originally posted by: LIPRIPPER on 8/30/2005 1:02:06 PM

And Greymist your battries did what <!--graemlin:;)--> That seeems to be a habbit around here <!--graemlin::D-->

Originally posted by: Greymist on 8/30/2005 1:09:37 PM

Me and batteries lately aren't seeing pole to pole. <!--graemlin:;)--> What's up with that anyway??!

Originally posted by: papa_d on 8/30/2005 3:01:04 PM

MUST BE THE LUNAR ECLIPSE... <!--graemlin:;)-->

Originally posted by: LIPRIPPER on 8/30/2005 3:36:51 PM

Greymist don't feel bad it's not just you ask silver about that one <!--graemlin:;)--> papa it sure seems like it <!--graemlin::eek:--> and me knows the full moon just passed <!--graemlin::D-->

Originally posted by: getdanet1 on 8/30/2005 7:47:10 PM

WW, thanks. I would be more than happy to post a pic of another MUSKY MAMA or TWO. MY bro in law Tom lost a good 44 incher at the boat this year when he was in Canada. He hasn't cracked a smile since June! Sure hope He ties into a big'n too!

Originally posted by: WalleyeWayne on 8/31/2005 4:33:16 AM

I guess I gotta go find that Blooper thread now <!--graemlin::rolleyes:--> <!--graemlin::D-->.

Originally posted by: LIPRIPPER on 8/31/2005 5:31:41 AM

Here ya go Wayne Now click here Tell Me How <!--graemlin::D-->

Originally posted by: WalleyeWayne on 8/31/2005 6:34:57 AM

Okay it's posted for everyone's entertainment <!--graemlin::D-->.

Originally posted by: LIPRIPPER on 8/31/2005 11:26:53 AM

Me saw it Wayne and if you think about it you were just looking out for the other fellows by securin gthat bridge <!--graemlin::D-->

Originally posted by: WALLEYE KING #1 on 9/20/2005 9:02:11 AM

I'LL BE HEADIN UP TO DA COTTAGE ON OCT. 6, 2005 FOR DA FALL TRIP. IFN ANY OF YAS WANT TO STOP OVER AND DO SUM FISHIN AND SUM DRINKIN GIVE ME A HOLLER AND WE CAN DO SUM ARRANGIN. <!--graemlin::D-->

BTW HOW YA'LL DOIN?????

Originally posted by: papa_d on 9/20/2005 1:16:16 PM

HEY KINGER; WHERES YOUR CABIN AT. I DON'T THINK I EVER HEARD OR SEEN THAT? YOU KEEP SAYIN "UP"; BUT WHERE'S "UP"??? DATS A MIGHTY BIG PLACE UP DER...

Originally posted by: Greymist on 9/21/2005 9:33:02 AM

I'm wondering too papa. Seeing as how he be from the Keystone State. Mebbe his cabin be up in da "poke your nose"....oppps I mean Poconos. <!--graemlin::o--> <!--graemlin:;)-->

Originally posted by: LIPRIPPER on 9/21/2005 9:55:52 AM

Don't ya'll knows nothing it be Up Younder ways <!--graemlin::D--> on Black Lake in Canada . <!--graemlin::D-->

Originally posted by: papa_d on 9/21/2005 11:26:44 AM

NOPE, I'M GUESSIN I DON'T KNOW NOTHIN LIP...

Originally posted by: Greymist on 9/21/2005 11:52:14 AM

Hokey smokes Bullwinkle!! <!--graemlin::eek:--> You mean all the way up to Frostbite Falls??!! <!--graemlin::eek:--> That far up "yonder"?? <!--graemlin::eek:--> Past the "bush" and into the open tundra? <!--graemlin::eek:--> <!--graemlin::eek:--> Is the Judge really just a transplanted "Tundra Whacker"? <!--graemlin::confused:--> HOLD THE PRESSES!!! <!--graemlin:;)--> <!--graemlin::p-->
Is the Kinger really aka Nanook the Tundrawhacker?? OMG!!

ain't I just a lil 'o stinker? <!--graemlin::D-->

Originally posted by: LIPRIPPER on 9/21/2005 4:02:23 PM

Yelp you be a little gray haired er all right <!--graemlin::D-->

Originally posted by: LIPRIPPER on 9/21/2005 4:06:37 PM

OH but me is a bigger little er so don't try to sneak into the Triple "0" Club cause me got my good EYE on you <!--graemlin::D-->

Originally posted by: WALLEYE KING #1 on 9/26/2005 8:22:28 AM

IT BE WAY "UP YONDER" IN DEM CANADIAN LAKES DON'T CHA KNOW. LIKE LIP SAID MY COTTAGE BE AT BLACK LAKE,ONTARIO CANADA. IT BE 300+ MILES FROM PA. AND GREYMIST IT NOT BE IN DA POCONOS CAUSE DAT BE FOR TOURIST AND ME NO TOURIST......

Originally posted by: getdanet1 on 9/27/2005 8:48:38 PM

Up Nort' ....eh!! <!--graemlin::D-->

Originally posted by: WALLEYE KING #1 on 9/29/2005 10:01:51 AM

UP NORT' IT SHALL BE, WITH SOME FRIENDS AND ME..HE HE HE....eh!!!!!!

Originally posted by: papa_d on 9/29/2005 10:54:04 AM

HOW YA GET THERE? BY ROAD OR FLY IN??? IF BY ROAD; YOU MUST CROSS OVER THRU N.Y. RIGHT?

Originally posted by: WALLEYE KING #1 on 9/29/2005 11:50:06 AM

YEAH ME DOES PAPA. ME GOES UP I81 NORTH AND ME GOES ACROSS DA 1000 ISLAND BRIDGE INTO ONTARIO,CANADA DEN IT ONLY 80 SOME MILES TO ME COTTAGE....

Originally posted by: walleyemen on 10/10/2005 3:16:49 PM

walleye k if ya cross at 1000 islands your in the heart of the walleye.if ya head east to desoronto and go over the big bridge you'll be were i fish. it's called the narrows in the bay of quinte. the place i fish at is foster's fishing center.made just for the fishing boy's. you can visit them at http://www.fostersfishing.com. the fishing is the best!!! and the people are better. best camp ever and great prices. tight lines and take a kid fishing!!!!

Originally posted by: Norhternpike48 on 9/14/2004 6:29:58 AM

Hard to believe that the Canada folder is empty! I would welcome any Canucks to post stories, locations, hot spots and tactics here. I have had great success on the lakes and rivers of Ontario but like everyone else always appreciate a tip for better fishing....(eh)