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This blog is an on-going account of my pursuit of improvement, with the hopes that this will not only chronicle my successes and failures, but engage others to share their own.

Equipment & Gear Dec 27, 2013

Christmas Gear 2013

It’s been a while since I’ve posted anything, mostly because I haven’t been on the water in a long time! I was out in November, but I just had a terrible outing, nothing worth putting on the screen, so this is my first time to post anything meaningful. I’m in the midst of a job […]

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All Things Fishing, Equipment & Gear Oct 19, 2013

Unboxing My Mystery Tackle Box October 2013

I recently saw what I think is one of the coolest ideas I’ve seen in a long time. It is called Mystery Tackle Box, and I signed up at once. The idea as I understand it, it a way for lure manufactures to get new and exciting products into the hands of anglers, who may […]

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All Things Fishing Oct 3, 2013

Still some great fishing planned, and I have a goal!

Fall is by far my favourite season of the year. I love the temperatures, the colors, and the fact that most bodies of water have very low traffic on them. The view of my surroundings as I’m on the water in Fall just add that extra level of enjoyment, and the backdrop for those fishing […]

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All Things Fishing Sep 19, 2013

Fishing is a Team Sport

I recently went on my annual Father and Son fishing trip to Bayfield Lodge, in the Bayfield Inlet of Pointe Au Baril, in the Georgian Bay Region. We’ve been going to this same lodge for over 20 years, and enjoy the combination of friendship, scenery, and hopefully a few fish along the way. This photo […]

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All Things Fishing Sep 8, 2013

Two Lures, In One Fish!

I was out for a great morning of fishing today, again on Conestoga Lake. There were a few reasons why this morning was so special. First of all, the weather was spectacular, I love Fall weather, and it has begun. Secondly, we are still fishing this lake, whereas last year the water was too low […]

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All Things Fishing Sep 7, 2013

Nice Pike On Conestoga Lake

I was out on Conestoga Lake a few nights ago, for a couple hours of fishing. We were focussing on a specific bay, and working a shore line that was ranging for 10-20 feet. The fish were holding in the 10-12 foot range so we were working that depth. I tried using crawler harnesses, but […]

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Equipment & Gear Sep 7, 2013

Boat Repairs

When I first acquired my boat a couple years ago, I knew there were several leaks in it, and began researching the best / easiest / most cost effective ways to repair them. I made the choice to use JB Weld to do the job, and I’ve been very impressed ever since. At the start […]

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All Things Fishing, Trip Reports Sep 2, 2013

Fly In 2013: McLeister Lake

  It’s been a couple weeks since I got back from my fly in trip to McLeister Lake, and high time for me to give the report. This was our second time flying with Hearst Air, last year to Hilmer Lake. We were well prepared this time around for how this outfitter works, what the […]

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All Things Fishing Aug 29, 2013

The Ultimate Meal: Shore Lunch!

There is something special for me about having a shore lunch. It could be the art of starting a fire on a random piece of bedrock, using brush, tinder and dead fall, ignited by flint and steel. Perhaps it’s the great company, or perhaps the usual pitures que setting. Maybe it’s the taste of freshly […]

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Equipment & Gear Aug 28, 2013

Unboxing My Professional Jersey :)

In preparation for my recent trip with Hearst Air to McLeister Lake, my brother and I decided to order some professional fishing jerseys from a company called Rayjus. I can tell you all about it, but I suggest you just watch the video and enjoy! [youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gSlKWRnv2as&w=560&h=315]

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