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-->