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I have been using the Thill indicators (wood bobber) for quite a few years now. I have them in all 3 sizes. When fishing in 8' of water or less they are great. Red one side and florescent green the other. Great for when conditions change and you can't see your bobber anymore. I used to get them at wholesale sports. I'm not sure where you could get them now. I know they were never in the fly fishing section though. I would assume it to be the same for Bass Pro or Cabelas.

Saw a car down on the boat launch at fish Creek yesterday afternoon on my way home. Guess it is open now.

I fish there fairly often. Caught many of fish in the past. Most days are just ok now. If I manage to land 6 a day, then it's an OK day. I do feel like the pressure at beaver has increased over the last 7 years I've been fishing it. Don, I have also noticed even this year that people come for a couple hours, if they don't get a nibble, they just leave. Patience here is key. Still can't figure out how to catch one on a chironomid. I do have a couple favourites that always get me at least 1 big un.

I have been using Louise Shotton for the past two seasons. My vehicle is always where I have requested. Text message in the morning is all that is required to book the service. So far so good.

Olympus for me too. Loved mine so much that when I misplaced it, went straight out and bought the exact same on. Tg-4.

When we were down there in the spring the service was good if you were on Rogers. I was in the middle of the lake and had a few bars. Maybe it's a Telus problem? I'm not entirely sure.

I had this question as well. Saw a guy motor up on Tuesday evening last week. In a light coloured Jon boat with a jet. He didn't seem to mind blowing up the river. Next time if I see this older gentleman smoking a cigarette. I will be sure to call them in.

I have a kota 55. As the previous comment, when it gets windy you will get where you need to go but it might just take you a while. When it's calm or even a little chop I haven't ever had an issue. My suggestion is to go with the 42" shaft. I was in the same predicament two years ago when I got mine. Now I can't even imagine having a 36" shaft. Anytime you have a little chop on the water you want to have the prop totally submersed in the water. I don't believe that a 36" would be capable. As for the battery, I went to battery world and bought a decent one around $150. I can get two full days (probably more but I charge it by then) on a charge going to a medium sized lake. (Let's say summit size, and that usually has a bit of wind). I have a hyde high side.

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You're probably right. Just safe bet to stay in the city section now.

I was told by the guy at fish tales that they might delay it if the weather holds up. I don't know if it holds truth or not. Anyone know if a place we can contact you find out for sure? The weather looks great for this weekend.

I currently don't have a choice but to take it to the carwash. So that could work. I also wonder about CLR? Environmentally friendly (so they say).

Thanks. The only and i guess larger issue is that I've moved into a condo... So I don't have a garden hose available.

I do wash it often. Usually use a sponge but even then it requires a lot of elbow grease to get it off. I don't want to use anything to abrasive but something that will make the white look more white again.

With all of this whirling disease craziness. What would someone suggest using to clean the boat? The grim that gets on there from various bodies of water can be difficult to remove. The brush they have a the carwash just doesn't cut it. Any suggestions before I head out for the weekend. Thanks

I bought a 10' bvk for nymphig and lake fishing. I find it fantastic for the price. I say go for it. I'm looking to maybe get an 8wt. And it will probably be a bvk.

Last weekend I brought the camp stove to have a few hot dogs for lunch. Brought the fuel and the stove. No lighter..... Luckily I ran into someone I know on the river. Saved me from having an hangry fiance for the rest of the day!

I have had Windows 10 since day 1. I have had zero issues. I even put it on my old MacBook. Works better than the Mac os designed for the machine. PC always. Mac never. That includes iPhone.

I went there last year in September. The boat launch was fine. I have a Hyde and didn't have a problem with the boat/trailer at the launch. It ended up being super windy. But like the previous comment. You can find a way to get out of the wind. Fishing was good. Found a steep drop off and the fish were up for my leech. Nothing big. But many of them. Kept the fiance happy.

I have a fish cat 9IR. I found it to be perfect for the lakes and the bow. Its easily maneuverable and light weight. But like bigfry said. Take it out on the lake and paddle around. Get a feel for it. And of course wear a set of flippers. Allows you to control the boat with out the oars. I also do this on the bow. Allows you to fish more and have a ton more boat control in the current. Just lift your feet when she gets shallow. Tough on the ankles. As for tips on the bow. Most of the it is easy to row. Of course there are a few spots south of the city that are a little bit tougher. I always think a section might be tough to get through but the toon handles like a dream and not once have I ever been worried about tipping over. The worst spot I would say is at the highwood/bow confluence. Large rapids right now. Stay to the right and you will be fine! Have fun out there.

This is awesome! Well done

Its probably because he's really not that good of a fisherman.

I park mine in the back alley in an area some people would consider 'suspect'. I have a hit lock and I also have a lock and cable around the frame of the trailer. Also have a motion sensor light and a camera mounted on the garage. I even have a padlock on the anchor. I also remove the oars and store them in the garage after each use. I think I have it covered...

I have a 10ft BVK. Use is for lakes mostly. Casts awesome in the wind and distance is effortless. I could only assume that ones in higher wts would be comparable to my 5wt. I would even feel comfortable casting for hammer handles with my 5wt if I was presented the opportunity.

I agree with this. They make wire spin leaders so small and strong these days, it is all that I use. Haven't had a problem casting them either