PeteZahut

I tried Dieu de Ciel for the first time at Cilantro a couple of weeks ago and it was outstanding. I wish I could be there tonight but glad to know about this place.

That is a beautiful area there. We went down there a few years ago and tried a bit in one of the small streams that drains into Lake Pend Orielle. We didn't have much luck though. I heard the Clark Fork is good but we didn't have a chance to hit it. Unfortunately we were down there visiting some relatives who have a condo on the lake so we didn't get to investigate too much. If you find something good down there I would love to hear about it as we may head down there again this summer. Good luck!

Why does he need to verify it to you? Or your comment about better having a picture, a tape measure and someone to verify it? Some of you take this so seriously it is a joke. If someone says they caught a 32 inch trout then good on them. And whether they have a picture or a witness I really don't care, what others catch for fish doesn't concern me nor does it affect my fishing in any way. Great pics guys!

Or are they Willnots?

I bought the 4wt 8'6 last summer and love it. Yes the price tag is a bit of a downer but for me it was a chance to treat myself to something special. I had a 5wt Orvis Clearwater before that so this was a pretty big step up in quality. Not one episode of buyer's remorse either.

...or put them on the top of your head while standing in the middle of the Highwood taking pictures of your wife only to have them slip off and away forever. I am on my second pair now and I love them!

Great story!

You certainly have the right to your own opinion. The only issue I have with it is that you come across with the attitude that people making small changes has no impact and that only the big gestures mean anything. I also don't agree with your statement (or what seems to be your opinion) that the only gestures worth anything or those that must inconvenience you. Sorry, that doesn't align with my thinking which is fine. At the end of the day, we as a family unit do make small changes that make a difference to us. No one will notice and I don't care. We live in a big house in the burbs and drive to work and I am fine with it because that is our choice. We do things that we believe when added to what others do will make a difference in the long run. Anyways, we do what we do, you do what you do while others do what they can and at then end of the day it does make a difference. Small or large it is a difference and it is better than nothing at all. Just my two cents.

I am not sure what the problem with a reusable cup is?? I personally think using reusable cups is better than using paper cups. With the amount of coffee I drink it does make a difference in my eyes. One small effort by an individual is better than standing back and poking holes at every option. But I imagine that won't be good enough for Canadensis who seems to be jumping on everything. I don't drink Timmys but I do drink Starbucks. I also very rarely go through a drive-thru, it is usually quicker to go inside.

Correct me if I am wrong but if the vapors are heavier than air wouldn't they just sink?

Not true. Although not with you, I hired a guide for a walk and wade on the Ram this summer. Second time on the Ram with him in the past three years.

Happy b-day

I am with you on this one. I am starting to frequent this forum less and less as it seems that almost every thread is riddled with this type of attitude and it is getting boring. Everything from taking pictures of your fish, sharing locations, random camping,etc etc etc. The same thing over and over again. You still get the occasional gem of someone telling about a great experience that keeps me coming back but these are getting out done by the complaint threads.

Thanks for posting. I always look forward to your posts.

We used to go to the Black Swan on Macleod/Southland. Great wings.

Perfect post Rick! It is so nice to read something that isn't negative and complaining about something. Thanks for sharing.

Love my new 4wt Helios!

I heard mine on a sitcom once for a guy using it on a fake id. Made me laugh.

I have camped at Cataract a ton and I have never seen it full on a regular weekend, love that campground. I have camped at Racehorse a few times of the past two years and only once have I not gotten a spot. Sometimes the only spots left are near the FTR which kind of bites. I like Dutch creek up the road a bit better. I have also looked into but not stayed at the Oldman campground and it has been pretty empty. Love that entire area!

Congratulations Birchy and Lynn. Birchy, if that job is through the contact provided by Lynn then that is wicked. Very great for you to provide that for him Lynn. And good luck with your new position Lynn. I hope my wife has the same luck as she is out of work at the end of the month.

I think it is due to the drop in gas prices making it cheaper for everyone to drive to go fishing.

Depending on where and when I may be able to do it as well.

Is there any place to return or recycle an expired can of Bear spray? I don't want to leave it the garage or basement and would like to recycle it somewhere.

I am actually a bit dissapointed with some of the reactions to this seamingly innocent question. I see no harm asking what guys like as their favourite Bull stream, especially when you mentioned some of the more popular to begin with. I don't think there are too many on here who don't know that those 3 rivers hold fair Bulls in them so if someone was to say that one of them was their favourite I really doubt there would be an influx of anglers to that river. Secondly, I do not understand why someone would not answer what their streamer of choice would be. Is there some kind of competition I haven't heard of that would require others to keep their streamers a secret? Is there a worry that suddenly everyone else is going to enjoy catching these fish? Anyways, enough complaining on my part. I wish I could help you out with this question but I don't hunt Bulls. I would like to but I am not a big streamer guy. But if I was you, I would go out to any of those 3 that you mentioned, find some deep pools and rip some big streamers through them and I would imagine you should be able to have some fun. And if that doesn't work, throw on a hopper-dropper and have some good times with the amazing Cutties in those waters!

Great pics and wonderful scenery! Nice work.