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Still Items up for bids folks... Thanks

From the Alberta Sportfishing Regulations... -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Alberta Angling Ethic In accordance with the Fish and Wildlife Policy, the Alberta Government promotes the following angling ethics. The ethical fisherman has respect for wild creatures, knowledge of his natural surroundings, a sense of fair play and consideration for the rights and expectations of others. Fishing, as promoted by the Alberta government, should foster an ethical relationship of the highest order between the angler, his quarry, his fellow anglers, and the natural environment. Ethical conduct is expected of anglers in Alberta. 1. Maintain the sport of recreational fishing. Emphasize the fishing experience. Use sporting methods, gear (lures, line type and amount of technology) appropriate to the type of fishing and the size of fish desired. 2. Provide proper care and handling of caught or released fish. Fish are to be released with the greatest possible care and minimal amount of handling. Fish that are kept should be killed quickly once they are out of the water and in such a manner that their edible or trophy value is preserved. 3. Conduct sportfishing activities that result in the least disturbance to the surrounding environment. Refrain from littering land and water. Take refuse to a proper disposal site. 4. Respect the need and expectations of your fellow anglers. Treat other sport anglers with common courtesy: (a) leave room for others to fish, ( disturb the fish as little as possible, © leave the fishing site in the same condition as it was found, (d) don't remain in one fishing spot too long, (e) be cooperative and understanding, (f) keep only as many fish as you require to enjoy the sport. 5. Consider other landusers. Carry out fishing activities in a manner that minimizes conflict with other landusers and anglers. 6. Respect the rights of landowners. Request permission for access across private property. The landowner has the right to grant or refuse access. 7. Follow angling regulations. Know and abide by all fishing regulations and encourage others to do the same. 8. Anglers have a duty to address illegal activities in a safe manner. Angler’s actions could range from alerting others to closed waters or wrong size or species being kept to reporting all observed violations of angling regulations to the Alberta Fish and Wildlife Division. It is important to collect pertinent information (such as vehicle licence numbers, violator descriptions, etc.) that will assist enforcement actions. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Fish and Wildlife Division Alberta Sustainable Resource Development Great West Life Building, 9920 108 Street Edmonton, Alberta T5K 2M4 Email: Fish.Guide@gov.ab.ca

For me, the etiquette rules on the Bow are simple. Let people have their space. Don't be crowding in on the run if someone is fishing there. Say hello to everyone you meet through the day. If someone is at a run, they may be interested in fishing a dry fly and it won't be cool to go through the water with a nymph/streamer rig, doing the Steelhead shuffle. So, if it's really busy on the water, go somewhere else. It's that simple. I never have anyone getting po'ed at me for my river etiquette. If you see me fishing a run that you would like a shot at, then come and say hello before attempting to step in on the run or I will run you off. It's that simple Show me a bit of respect and I'll likely share or give you the water, after I have a go at it for a short period of time.

Happy Birthday Birchy... Now lets hear the Birthday Joke of the day...and it better be a really bad one...

Thought I would mention that even though the number of angler license's sold, has dropped slightly in Alberta, folks who are flyfishing, may be doing so more often than they have previously. This would account for the percieved increase in the number of anglers on the water.

That's no problem either. Thanks for your generous offer for next years Auction and lets go have some fun with the Spey rods when you get back from the holiday!

I will take your 2009 bid on Item #26, in advance, right now.... Item #26. -Current bidder: $1,200/Ladystange

And that's what makes you a good guy and a leader, Tako. Thanks buddy...

Still items awaiting a starting bid... Thanks,

Absolutely. And I think we have excellent Fish Managers here, but we as fisherman, need to be part of the management process. That's the way it is in Alberta and rather than just complain and leave it up to government to solve, we need to be in the game. River Clean ups, letter writing, Streamwatch programs, RAP, TU initiatives etc. All ways that we can be pro-active in the future of our fishery. As for internet fishing sites, the members of this community have contributed in many positive ways to our fishery. Edit: And on that positive note... Folks...Please stop by the Streamwatch Auction Thread and make your contribution now! Thank You...

BTW Tako, I think you are a good guy and mean well. Course you are a passionate "debater" and that's fine also. So carry on...rebutal? DING.....Ready when you are...

Folks have tried that for decades here and that has led us to our current state of affairs. Now let me tell you a little story about how Federal Fisheries managers destroyed the livelyhood of 300,000 fisheries workers in Atlantic Canada through the 70's, 80's. Maybe you heard about it in school...it goes something like this.... The "experts" from Ottawa, allowed multi national Corporations to completely destroy the inshore/offshore fishery. The inshore fisherman complained about the fish stocks bieng depleted, protested and tried their best to talk some sense into the government Fish Managers, but to no avail. I personally watched many family members and friends, have their livelyhood taken away by the "experts". So, that kinda BS talk of yours, PISSES ME OFF TOO! There, I feel better...

Well the Alberta government has a history of letting our fisheries run into the ground. It's a fact and the reason why we need Streamwatch programs, because the government won't give their Fisheries managers the proper resources to do their job. I don't think you need a science degree to understand that.

Yeah, lets leave it up to the government...Good idea Tako!

This is a great thread folks and I have enjoyed reading all of your responses.

Happy Birthday, Lornce.... Thanks for your many contributions to our Flyfishing Community. Have a great one, buddy...See ya on the water. Greg

OLDMAN RIVER STREAMWATCH AUCTION This is an edited list of Items still up for bids. Refer to page 1, to see the complete Auction list, including "Sold" items. ITEM # ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 24. GRANITE TROUT ETCHING...Your choice of Rainbow, Bull, Brown, Cutt or Brook Trout. Donated by, Glenbow Flyfishing http://www.glenbowflyfishing.com/slides/gr...out/default.htm -Starting bid: $75 ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Specail Item 26. TECUMSEH MOUNTAIN FISHING HOLIDAY... Sept-Oct. This 3 day guided fishing package includes, 3 nights accomodations for 2 guests, at the "Tecumseh Mountain Guest Ranch", in Blairmore, AB, compliments of owner/flyfisherman, Kai Eckhardt. http://mountainguestranch.com/ Explore the many wonderfull fishing opportunites the area has to offer, for 3 adventure filled days, with your Host, veteran Guide, Brian Peace. Relax and enjoy the comfortable and fully furnished, Log Cabin accomodations, at the end of a long days fishing, in a beautifull mountain setting. A fishing Holiday to treasure for a lifetime. Winning bidder will be responsible for their own transportation too/from the Ranch. Food and beverages not included. -Starting bid: $1,200 -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 38. WEEKEND GETAWAY... Escape the rush of City life and relax in a beautifull mountain setting, only a short drive from Calgary. This includes Log Cabin Accomodations, for two nights, at "Eckhardt's Tecumseh Mountain Guest Ranch", near Blairmore, AB. Featuring, Fireplace, Kitchenette, Deck, 2 beds. http://mountainguestranch.com/ Explore the wonderfull fishing opportunities nearby or discover the many recreational activities available. Compliments of Kai Eckhardt. -Current bidder: $275/Pythagoras "going twice" ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 39. FISHING AT SUNDANCE LAKE...with Host/Guide Sundancefisher More info. from Kevin... "With the warm temperatures, ice fishing season is quickly nearing it's end. As for flyfishing, while trout sizes are averaging 14 inches…I have had 100 fish days using a corkie and nymph…" -Starting bid: $250 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 40. SNOWBEE JR. FLYFISHING OUTFIT...donated by Nile Creek Fly Shop. More info. from Courtney... "I would like to donate a complete fly fishing outfit to a youngster.and it must be a Junior...it consists of a Snowbee Classic 7' 5/6 wt 2 pc fly rod(Lifetime warranty), New XSD 460 Cassett reel system comes with 3 cassetts and will spool on 3 lines, a Juniors Fly Vest and a Juniors pair of the New Snowbee Indestructable 420 Denier bootfoot Waders. http://ogilvieoutfitting.com/?page_id=7 Thats the deal...it must go to a junior ...the value is in the $750.00 range..." -Current bidder: $350/bigbowtrout "going twice" ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 41. DAY AT BULLSHEAD - with Host/Guide Bloom. Spend a day on one of the premiere lake fisheries in Alberta. Learn the lake from one of the 'regulars' and look at various lake techniques and rigs. Find out where and when to find fish in lakes and determine what they're feeding on. For those of you looking to improve your chironomiding techniques, this is a great lake to learn the process and fine tune the technique. More info. from Tim... "Depending on the time of year the trip takes place, we will either be on foot, pontoons/float tubes, or in my 12' flat bottom jon boat. April-June is the prime time to go. Up to two anglers. Flies and equipment can be included if need be." Transportation to and from Bullshead is not included. (near Medicine Hat, AB) -Current bidder: $500/rickr/MissinTheBow/Toolman "going twice" ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 44. DAVE'S SHADOW BOX FLY'S... Tied and donated by SanJuanWorm. Two beautifull Carrie Stevens style Fly's, displayed in a framed Shadow Box. -Current bidder: $75/Cheeler "going twice" --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- This is an edited list of Items still up for bids. Refer to page 1, to see the complete Auction list, including "Sold" items.

Here are todays Auction numbers... -Sold and Items with current bids - $ 8,600 -Items awaiting bids - $ 1,600 ---------------------------------------------------- Total value of all Items - $ 10,200

I'm in...$500 for the three of us.

A closing notice has been posted on these items. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 31. BOW RIVER DRIFT...with Host/Guide SamIam More info. from Sam... "I'll provide a full day float trip on any of the following runs - Banff to Canmore, Glenmore to 22X or Policemans, 22X or Policemans to McKinnons, or Mckinnons to Carseland. Leave as early in the morning as they want and stay out as late in the day as they want. I will pick up the shuttle fee's, (except on the Banff float, we would have to take an extra vehicle and do it ourselves) and streamside lunch and beverages. Can also supply gear if needed. Any day during the week or on the weekend is fine with me. Can take two or three fisherman, but only two can fish simultaneously." Sam -Current bidder: $350/Guito "SOLD" --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 32. 50 ASSORTED FLY'S...tied and donated by fishpro. Consisting of 10 Nymphs, 15 Streamers, 25 Dry flies -Current bidder: $75/Rocknbugs "SOLD" --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 33. DRBULLTROUT'S DEADLY DOZEN ...tied and donated by drbulltrout -Current bidder: $30/Chidders "SOLD" --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 33a. DRBULLTROUT'S DEADLY DOZEN ...tied and donated by drbulltrout -Current bidder:$30/Hydropsyche "SOLD" ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

Thanks Rick...I think I'm available that weekend too...(it sez up to two anglers...)

Thanks for your support SnaG05. Here is the payment info. Make payments, Payable too "Trout Unlimited Canada" and send all donations and payment for auction items, too: Trout Unlimited Canada c/o Allan Caldwell 137 Coachwood Pt W Lethbridge AB T1K 6A6 Memo note: Please indicate your Auction item # on your payment or if it is a Donation. Please mark all payments "Southwestern Alberta Streamwatch". T.U.C. does not use PayPal but will accept all major Credit Cards. To pay with a Credit Card, contact Kimberly Davidson, at Trout Unlimited in Calgary, @ 1-403-221-8360. Make sure to mention that your payment is for an Auction item, for the Southwestern Alberta Streamwatch and also give her your Auction Item #. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

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New Item... 44. DAVE'S SHADOW BOX FLY'S... Tied and donated by SanJuanWorm. Two beautifull Carrie Stevens style Fly's, displayed in a framed Shadow Box. -Starting bid: $75 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

A closing notice has been posted on these items. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 25. GLENBOW'S BULL'S & BOW'S ADVENTURE @ K-Lakes... Late May-June. A guided days fishing with Host/Guide Glen Tinckler, hunting for Trophy Bulls and Rainbows in beautifull Kananaskis Country. Lunch, refreshments, flies included. Transportation too and from K- Lakes is not provided. -Current bidder: $250/ReelLife "SOLD" ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 28. RED DEER RIVER DRIFT with Host/Guide Sanky Search for beautifull Trophy Brown Trout that have made this river so famous. More info. from Tony... "I would like to donate a full day float on the Red Deer River, between May 26-30th, to catch the Skwala Stonefly Hatch. I do suggest a mid-week float so that we encounter very little traffic and have the whole river to ourselves. A BBQ lunch will be provided along with water and snacks. Please anticipate a long day on the water, as hatch times may vary and we might only get off the water at dark." -Current bidder: $350/Rocknbugs "SOLD" --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 29. OLDMAN RIVER DRY BOX... Four dozen of Dave's favorites, in a large FlyMate fly box. Compliments of David Blair @ Fish Tales Fly Shop. -Current bidder: $120/Hawgstoppah "SOLD" --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 30. SPEY CASTING INSTRUCTION...in Calgary, on May 17 or May 18th. Enjoy a fun filled day at the Loop Spey school. Learn how to cast/fish two handed rods, from expert casting instructors. You can bring your own rod if you have one or we'll lend you one to use for the day. Compliments of Brian Niska @ Whistler Fly Fishing -Current bidder: $200/Stimmy "SOLD" ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------