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I wonder if there is a lot of feeding at night going on? Used to see that in saltwater, typically around moon cycles. I know it's not the same thing, but if there are lots of stones coming off at night, then maybe the fish are just getting their fill?

Who needs videos of all that river craft, casting prowess, quiet talking, perfect presentations and take when all we really need is an out of focus, poorly executed shot of a big ass fish? Was that a brown? Hard to tell.

Thanks to everyone who donated, bid, or won prizes. And a special thanks to those who own and run this board. It's cliche I know, but it is humbling to receive the support. Thanks again, and we will do it again this time next year!

Thanks for the donation smitty! And all the support over the past several years.

Blame bobloblaw. Auction killer. Pretty pictures though.

Well, bobloblaw posts some pictures and shuts the whole thing down! Smitty wins 1 and 2 (smitty I'll talk to Trevor about 1 and you can contact uber for 2. Bowbiker wins 3. Give me a shout to arrange. If you guys can please donate to my ms site on my signature. Thanks to everyone for all the help and support. I can't tell you how much I appreciate it. And special thanks to the board owners and moderators. Again, I truly appreciate it.

Look at smitty not pushing closing time.

Just to get the totals on this page: Item 1: $325 rloyd Item 2: $150 by jgib01 Item 3: $175 dhurst Not going to pimp my own trip, but I will pimp the first two. A guided trip on the Bow is $550-$600 retail. Sure would be nice to get near that for the fundraiser. And $150 to be guided into choice cutty lakes is a total steal! 5ish more hours to go.

The 2nd round of auctions close today at 9 PM. 3 really nice trips still up for grabs!

Auctions close today at 9 PM, here is where we stand: Item 1: $300 by FlyfishSWAB Item 2: $150 by jgib01 Item 3: $150 by Bigbowtrout

Should work now Mr. Biggy. Status to date: Item 1: $200 from cgyguy Item 2: $150 from jgib01 Item 3: $100 from dhurst

2nd round of auctions started. Thanks to everyone for the support so far. If anyone has anything they'd like to donate, let me know.

Very cool Russ. On your charity match form, if there is a place to put a note, say that it is going to the Schlumberger team. They may not be able to do it, which is fine as MS still gets the cash!

Here are the second round of auction items. Items close next Monday at 9 PM (just to try a different time!) 1. Guided Bow River Float by Trevor Hansons of Hanson's Outfitters. Also, if you need your casting worked on, he is an outstanding casting instructor. Lunch will be provided. Trip date on a mutually acceptable date, and you will meet at the "river house" which is right on the Bow on the end of the road past Policeman's flats. I've fished with Trevor several times. Whoever wins this is in for a great time with a lot of laughs. Good for 1 or 2 anglers. 2. Guided Hike to a high mountain lake by Uberfly. The hike can be easy, moderate, or difficult depending on the winners experience and fitness level. For anyone who has not fished any high mountain lakes, you are in for a treat. Some of the most spectacular scenery really anywhere in the world, often accompanied by lakes full of cooperative cutthroat! Pete showed me one of his favorite lakes a couple of years ago and I try to make it there every year. Great fishing, better scenery. This is for up to two people, winner(s) need to have their own hiking and fishing gear. 3. A day of fishing in the Kootenays. I am going to be in Panorama from August 10-16. The winner can pick any day (I would recommend during the week) and I'll take them to some of the waters I fish in Southeast BC. Some of the best and most gorgeous cutty water you will find anywhere, with big picky cutthroats aplenty. And a shot at some big bulls depending on time of year. I'll provide lunch, transportation, and blindfolds. Oh, and classified stamp will be required. Good for 1 or 2 anglers.

Was in K-country. Not that pleasant there either, but no snow at least in the lower elevations. On a bright note, did get a couple of big cutts in upper k.

Looks like Muffin won the Jerky at $75 and troutlovers float at $200. Ravenrock won the bootcamp at $100 and biggyj the Red Deer float at $200. Winners please contact the donors to arrange dates. And winners please donate to my site in my signature. Ravenrock, I'll contact you on Monday evening to arrange the boot camp with Hansons. I will start the next round probably on Monday.Heading back into the cold mountains now!

Good luck everyone on the auctions! I am going to be out of cell range (thankfully) for much of the weekend so night not be able to reply to any questions. I hope i get some rod bending on k lakes. Oh,and if you know anyone wanting to learn fly fishing,the boot camp at $100 is a total steal. The gear alone is worth more!

Thanks Russ! And if some of the jerky bags are open, I will have no idea how it happened.

Sorry Conner, go to the Authorized Fundaisers page, the auction is the top post. To bid, just reply to that post. And I updated my signature line, but that goes straight to my MS donation page.

Current status of auctions: Beef Jerky waiting on a bid (seriously? It's the food of the Gods! Or at least the food of back country fishermen) Troutlovers Bow River Jet boat float $150 Sanky's Red Deer River float $160 Fly Fishing Bootcamp complete with rod and reel $100 These close Saturday, I'll start the next round likely Monday.

Everyone, I am going to be out of town when these close on Saturday, camping in K-country. So I won't be around to announce winners. But basically, any bid that comes in at 7:59:59 or before is eligible. Once the clock hits 8, it is done. I base it on the websites clock. Also, BEEF JERKY!!!

I think it's August for me this year, though October is a maybe.

First round of auctions have started!

Ok, here we go on the first round of the MS Auctions for 2015. Like previous years, winners will donate the winning amount to my MS Ride for 2015, I'll give the links to donate. And as always, thanks so much to Fly Fish Calgary for continuing to allow me this fundraising forum. I'm not sure how much Ive raised on this site for various causes over the years, but it is well in excess of $10,000. The generosity never ceases to amaze me. And remember, this is a fund raiser! You can donate whether you win or not!! My donation site is on my signature. By the way, on any of the trips-if anyone needs any gear to borrow during these trips, I can almost for sure help out. Item 1: A Jerky Smorgasbord from Oberto donated by Sage. 6 Jerky's: 1 Hickory Beef, 1 Pork 1 BBQ Pork, 1 Hawaiian Pork, 1 Beef, 1 Teriyaki Beef, and 1 Bacon (!!!!). Also, an Extra Large Jacket and Water Bottle, all pictured below. http://i356.photobucket.com/albums/oo1/rreevesr1/Mobile%20Uploads/20150509_170248_zpsgklquukl.jpg~original http://i356.photobucket.com/albums/oo1/rreevesr1/Mobile%20Uploads/20150509_170314_zpsokawl58g.jpg~original Item 2: Float Trip with Troutlover Pretty self explanatory, this is a full day float trip on the Bow River with Troutlover in his shiny new jet boat. While there is never a guarantee of fish, a trip with Jared is about as close as it gets. Jared will supply lunch, and can suggest flies to bring. Jared is not a professional guide, just a highly knowledgeable and passionate fisherman. Item 3: Fly Fishing Boot Camp by Hanson's Outfitters Perfect for the beginner or anyone wanting to get into the sport. This full day course give basics in fly casting, how to tie basic knots, how all the gear works together, some basics on flies, fish behaviour, and a some time fishing some prime water on the Bow River just upstream of Policeman's Flats. And when the course is done, you get to keep the fly rod, reel and line! I started fly fishing after one of these courses, and fished the boot camp rod for a few years. It caught a ton of fish! These courses are given throughout the summer. I've done a bit of teaching out there (we figure I'm still green enough to remember what it is like to be brand new), and will there on the date the winner chooses, provided I'm not on vacation! Here is a link to the course: http://www.hansons-outfitters.com/fly-fishing-boot-camp/ Item 4: Red Deer River Float Trip with Sanky Ever wanted to throw big ass skwalas at giant brown trout? This is your trip. Troutlover won this trip a few years ago and landed one of the biggest brown trout I have ever seen. Just sayin. Again, Sanky is not a professional guide, just a big brown catching machine. One day I hope to get on the Red Deer with him! So these will run until 8 PM on Saturday, May 16. I will start a second round right after that. Several really good items still to come! And if anyone has anything they'd like to donate, let me know. Have fun bidding!

Thanks Guys!