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  1. I have been in a power drifter many times (in fact I am now looking for my own jet boat)

     

    It is fine on a lake, we often used it to chase pike on the local lakes. You wouldn't want to take it on a lake with a bunch of chop, but fly fishing in those conditions would suck anyhow, so you wouldn't probably go anyway.

  2. Loving seeing pictures of McDougall Stoney Mission Church.

     

    Reverend George McDougall was my great great grandfather. I loved spending time there as kid with my family.

     

    The rest of the pictures are equally amazing, you have a great eye.

  3. I have heard in the past many people bemoan TUC, and I agree in some terms.

     

    Well it looks like the board is looking for members according to their website. Director, communications and treasurer.

     

    maybe it's time to put the money where the mouth is and effect change......

     

    Change can happen if there is someone like Bcube to drive it. I know he helped with the redd count, and constantly advocates and educates about our rivers. I know I appreciate his time, effort and knowledge.

     

    There were also the willow cutting and planting days this year on the oldman and mallards. Fish rescue, and probably more I'm not aware of.

     

    I also look at other "young" bucks like Jpinkster, who are trying to effect change.

     

    So change and action seems like it is happening.

     

    I know I could do more for the sport I love, and I will DO more, and complain less.

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  4. heading down to Costa Rica today,

     

    Was building some leaders,

     

    Try as I might, I could not master the blood knot for putting together my butt, class and shock tippet.

     

    So instead I used the double uni knot.

     

    From what I found on the internet, them seem equal in strength, the double uni is maybe slightly larger in profile.

     

    Did I seriously screw up, or will the double uni suffice?

     

     

  5. simms riprap wading shoe.

     

    I have gone through 2 pairs, they see a lot of water in a season and take a beating, but I am super tough on gear.

     

    They have pretty good grip on the slippery rocks with a very thick sole. The part I like best as compared to sandals, is rocks will not get into and under your foot.

     

    You can also add cleats for added grip if you so wish.

     

    J

  6. Hey Rick,

     

    I tried to PM you but haven't received a response.

     

    I went to the website in your signature to donate the money, but it takes me to a page that says the event is not currently listed. I tried to search for your name in the donations tab, but nothing came up.

     

    Is there something I am missing or another way to donate to you specifically?

     

    BiggyJ

  7. No Smitty, you are not the only teacher that feels this way.

     

    I feel adequately compensated for the amount of time and care I put into my school and students.

     

    But the ones suffering now with all of your above points are the students. They need to come first, and the government has to create a sustainable way of funding them. The roller coaster of funding needs to stop. I am hoping this happens with the NDP, because everyone knows it didn't happen with the PC.

  8. I go with the 6" single strand titanium leader in 20lb as my bite tippet with about 5-6' of 40lb maxima as my butt end.

     

    I prefer the titanium because it will not kink like the cheap steel leaders and has a much thinner profile. I have caught over 200 pike on one leader. The only weak point was my snap.

     

    I found online titanium leaders for $7, so very cost efficient. http://www.finn-tasticcanada.com/our_leaders.html

     

     

    One question though, where are you guys finding the 50lb+ fluoro? I need some for when I fish poppers.

  9. I really get where you are coming from, trust me. I've been on the inside for a number of years and I'm having a more difficult time every day supporting the Party that has dropped the ball on so many portfolios. I was a loyal PC through the Redford garbage and continued on through to this campaign. I have been forced to take a different approach this year since I can't find a party that fits my personal values. In theory we aren't voting for a party or a leader, we are voting for an MLA. I believe in strong local representation, and my vote will reflect who I think will best represent my community in the legislature.

     

    As Albertans we really are cheated. The Party in power does little to inspire confidence, but we have yet to have an opposition that offers a reasonable alternative. Sadly we are in another one of those "better the Devil you know" type scenarios yet again.

     

    Sadly for the PC party this is one young Albertan that will be walking away from party politics at the conclusion of this campaign. I will continue to be informed and educated on who I feel is best to reflect my views...but I'm realistic enough to know that I will likely be disappointed.

     

    I agree with you that strong local representation is important...We always have the hope that the person we elect in our riding will be the squeaky wheel within our party, and that if they complain enough about their constituents problems that the party will listen and effect change.

     

    Unfortunately, like Uber said, this is not the reality that we live in. The representative will always toe the party line.

     

    So, hopefully a new party, with fresh Candidates, we will actually have someone who will listen to what the people of Alberta want.

  10. You say in your letter that you have seen mismanagement in our fisheries while you have lived and grew up in Alberta. Fisheries which have been in the care of the the PC party for the last 30 years.

     

    "IF" they were to be elected, they will not all of a sudden change over night and correct all the problems that outdoorsmen constantly bemoan.

     

    I know there is more to it than fishing, but I can tell by your letter and reading your blog that you are pretty passionate about fishing.

     

    So if you really want to see a change, then perhaps the "obvious" choice should be putting a new group in charge.

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