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Oh yes I mean June 16. I always tell myself the middle of June and by default that's the 15th. Oh and just to reassure you I always check the regs before EVERY fishing day so no I've never started a day early or fished a closed stream or anything of the sort. I'm very cautious of the rules and regs, not just to keep myself from costly fines and court fees but more so for the fish and future of our sport. After all if we don't follow rules and regs ALL fisher people get a bad name and it's tough to fight for something when the public has a negative view. And yes in our fragile sport one rotten apple does spoil the bunch.

Not sure what Brent said, sounds like it was unacceptable, however, a tactful opinion does help us all in our efforts for best product/service/etc. Anyhoo...I like the new Wholesale Sports store. This next bit doesn't apply to just Wholesale Sports but rather all stores and services. I've had issues in the past with service at almost every store in Calgary but as it's already been mentioned what place do you not have issues in Calgary. Also another thing mentioned was if you treat the sales people with respect they treat you with respect. Great point Toolman. I found the key to any store is by approaching the staff yourself on YOUR initiative. Even if they seem busy and maybe even "not busy" (who are we to say they aren't) let them know you need a hand. Recently I put this to the test. Basically when I know what I want I don't need help nor do I want to be bothered, they can spend their time with people that need the help. SO, I've concluded that if you don't ask for help they may assume you don't need any. So far my test has proven 100%. As soon as you show you need a hand, you have it, and you have GREAT help. Sales people are not there to jump on us as soon as we walk in, after all we'd start to complain about that next. So in conclusion all stores have great service but due to the economy in Calgary sometimes you need to ask for it. Hope this all makes sense and can be seen as not rude or slanderous, it's meant to hopefully help us all cope well with the stores we do visit and to remember to take Toolman's advice and just be respectful, despite the service we receive. A little humility goes along way.

Oh well too late. I ended up at Sibbald Pond and got a few smal cutties. Mosquitos ate us alive! Went for anice drive again doing some exploring. Man June 15 just won't get here quick enough!

I'm going on a backcountry trip and we'll be staying at Lake Magog. I've read that there are cutthroat's in there. Anyone heard of this place or been there before? I'm looking for a few pointers before I head up. I'm going the last week of June. Wondering what gear I should take, fly patterns, etc. I'm really looking forward to it. It'll be a blast!

I've got a change of plans. I'm gonna hit the Bow Saturday ALL day from like 1 till dark. However tonight I'm gonna take the wife out. Any good suggestions on small ponds? I'm thinking Mt. Lorette Ponds myself. Just looking for other suggestions. I need a quick response, I'm outta here in about 20 minutes!

I tried that to take a picture of you and the camera wouldn't work. Oh wait, I don't think you're that pretty.

Fish Tales is good but for me Russells is closer. Never had a problem at either place.

I've got some bear beware from a local dealer. About $30. I also carry an air horn. I just read a book by Stephen Herrero and he mentioned this is one of the best ways to prevent an encounter at all. There's an interesting story, here's the jist of it. A class of students were doing some research collecting in an area know for grizzlies so they blasted these horns every 20 minutes while they were out in the forest. After a few days the students complained they didn't see even ONE bear so for one day they didn't blast the air horns. That day they say bears. They went back to air horns and no bears. A very rough study to go by but it certainly suggests they work. Of course talking and the bell help just as much. An old joke for you. What do you find in black bear poo? Berries, grass, and some pine cones. What do you find in grizzly bear poo? Bear bells, bear spray, and a fishing reel. I know it's bad.

Man those are awesome! I need to put my camera to better use. Anyone want to offer me some pointers? I know my camera can do a ton, I guess I just need to start experimenting.

I'm itchin for some fishin! How's the Bow look, still fishable? I've been in Edmonton the last couple of days so I've been unable to go check it out.

Sorry flytyer. I guess that would be a no for me.

DOH! That hurts buddy, that hurts. Better hope you don't "snagged" next time we're out.

Is that a valid excuse to do no work?

I suppose I am. Anyway, I'm from the other forum.

This looks great. I hope everyone makes a smooth changeover.