I guess it is about time to start discussion on this event.  It started in the "Midwest" Forum, Rainy/LOTW fishing trip.  I know that some of us have committed to this and I am asking you now to post your intentions.  The gathering will be held September, 2009 at LOTW.  Walleye Wayne has stated he will attend this gathering!  When we have a good idea as to how many are coming, we can search for lodging that will meet our requirements.  We will need to make reservations shortly after the first of the year.  Wayne said he would help us out with that where he can.

Sooo, who's going?

turnip, canepole, walleyewayne,

LM since 2005 Bushwacker Deputy Sherif

These are some earlier suggestions for lodging.  Any others?

Here is one for LOTW... http://www.longpointresort.com/?OVR...5692582521

 

Originally posted by: Walleye Warrier on 11/5/2007 5:39:10 AM

 

Here is a link to a LOTW lodge I have used in the past near Kenora Ont.
This part of the lake is easier to fish if you don't have a very large boat. The south side is very wide open water (Miles and miles) while the north near here is all islands anc channels. Just a thought.
http://www.kenora.net/portagelodge/

 

LM since 2005 Bushwacker Deputy Sherif

If fuel prices are still up by January, 2009, I won't be able to attend this get together...Not much more I can say.  It it amasing that since retiring I have become aware  how the government screws you over...One party wants to tax you to death and the other just wants their money for themselves!  I know this sounds bitter, and I apologise if you take offence, but being on a fixed income sucks.  And I have planned a head, quite smartly.  And if this isn't bad enough, if you are the victim in an auto accident, you lose...Period!

Ok, I have blown off enough steam...Thanks for listening!

LM since 2005 Bushwacker Deputy Sherif

Well Pete once again we share the same boat.  I, too, will be unable to make it for this one.  Things were quite different when I first agreed.  Time sure makes things take a different light.  See you in a month.
Disabled Viet Nam vet(USMC 68-69), Life Member since 5/04

After talking things over with a few folks, I guess I don't need to take the "Bushwacker" after all...So that means I can fly into WI and ride up with someone...So it's back on the table!

 

 

 

 

LM since 2005 Bushwacker Deputy Sherif

  Found this info valid for 2008. I'm guessing that 09 will be close.

 

Licence Type Available From Cost Sport Fishing Licence - valid for the calendar year 2000+ licence issuers throughout the province $65.77 Conservation Fishing Licence - valid for the calendar year 2000+ licence issuers throughout the province $40.26 Eight-day Sport Fishing Licence * 2000+ licence issuers throughout the province $42.22 Eight-day Conservation Fishing Licence * 2000+ licence issuers throughout the province $24.55 One-Day Sport Fishing Licence (Great Lakes & connecting waters including Lake St. Clair, Rondeau Bay, St. Lawrence River and Lake St. Francis) available from many charter boat operators, licences issuers and ServiceOntario counters along the Great Lakes and throughout Southern Ontario.
$17.67 Non-resident Angling Licence for a Member of an Organized Camp ServiceOntario counters $3.92 per child Lake St. Joseph tags Lake St. Joseph tourist operator from whom accommodation is obtained No charge
 

* Eight-day fishing licences are valid for eight consecutive calendar days.  A calendar day is a 24-hour period starting at 12:00 a.m.

This info was posted by Fish-o-holic!

LM since 2005 Bushwacker Deputy Sherif

Can anybody throw their hat in the ring for this? I would defintely be interested. I have fished LOTW, but never Rainey. I always did want to try smallies on Rainey. LOTW was an excellent fishery last time I was there, which was about 8 yrs ago now. We fished pretty much exclusively for walleye.  We had a tough time finding small enough fish to finish out our limits. The slot limit was in effect and for the last day and a half, we couldn't hardly find a walleye small enough to keep. I typically do all catch n release, but was "told" I had to bring home some fish that year to justify the cost of the trip. Nice problem to have!!

CaptainMo

 CaptainMo, all are welcome to attend.  If you have any questions just ask and "sooner or later" one of us will send an answer. Welcome Aboard!

 

 

 

Jim USArmy 1986-Present Life Member NAFC Member Western Fishers Member Full Moon Fishers "There's never enough time to do all the nothing you want" -- Calvin

This gathering is for any that wish to attend.  There are two different gatherings addressed in this thread.  The first is at Rainy Lake, in the spring.  The second is for the LOTW in the fall.  You may elect to attend one or both gatherings!  BTW, walleyewayne will be attending both gatherings!

So, ask your questions here.  Organize you trip(s) here.  This way information concerning both gatherings are in one place.  2009 is just around the corner so be sure to identify where you wish to lodge.  Reservations most likely will be taken starting January first.

 

 

LM since 2005 Bushwacker Deputy Sherif

Ok folks, time to start looking at your calanders and talking up some ideas...We need to find cottages, make reservations, etc.  So now is the time to talk it up!  I'll email WalleyeWayne for his input.

 

 

LM since 2005 Bushwacker Deputy Sherif

Time to speak up folks!  Are ya going or not?  Target date is September, week of the 6th...

 

 

 

LM since 2005 Bushwacker Deputy Sherif

What's the status of this one Pete. I'm still open for this fall, and my arm could possibly be twisted. Do you have a link to the proposed resort?

 

 

Angry Bob NAFC Life Member Registered Smallie Fanatic

Sorry to say Bob, this one is a drop.  This will have to be rescheduled for another year....

 

 

 

LM since 2005 Bushwacker Deputy Sherif

Sorry to hear that Pete. I know how much you wanted to go. That 20lb pike awaits you. Just so you know Canada isn't the only place those toothy critters get that big. Good luck and I hope you can reschedule and go in the near future.
Lifemember and Bushwacker SMF

Any more thoughts of this?
Life Member David BB Linkmeister US Army '78-'85 West Central Wisconsin

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