SilverDoctor

That is an unusual elevation for an otter. But where there's a will there's a way, nature always surprises me. Thanks for posting.

Wonderful pix, love the Wood Duck.

I like a classic creel during the hot summer months when I want to go light. It's of course a must if you fish Bamboo to complete the rigging. Although I mostly use a Hardy bag. Nice for keeping drinks cool and at hand.

With the right care a quality line can last 6 to 8 years at least, but some modern lines are more chemically unstable and deteriorate much more quickly, not much you can do. Its already been posted about cleaning lines which are one of the keys. Like all equipment a bit if care will extend their life. I have a Cortland 44 that is about 20 years old with no issues at all. Winter off reel storage is another practical idea. If you fish "dirty water" that is waters with a lot of oil and deposits cleaning more often is a must, a variety of chemicals will break down your line. What will really beat it up are rocks and other rough areas that will nick and cut the finish. Usually when you start seeing small radial cracks it shows that your line is coming close to the end of its life. Chemical plasticizer migration starts happening over time (the stuff that makes a line supple) and can often be hastened by chemicals such as bug spray (a bad one) suntan lotion, gas, excessive heat (like leaving your reel on the dash of your car), or long exposure to the ultraviolet rays and direct sunlight. Check your rod guides for sharp or rough areas, and especially the line guard area as they can also be murder on lines. Stripping line off a reel across a rough line guard can damage a line quick. The other thing I would see a lot when guiding is people who strip off line and have it laying on the ground or rocks while fishing, often stepping on it. Keep the loops in your hands and off the ground. Here's a classic way to care for lines On a side note I own and fish silk lines for my bamboo rods that where made in the 20's and have been heavily fished over 4 generations of fly fishers in my family.

Real dumb. Refusal to provide a breath sample will result in criminal code charges in itself, If convicted of refusal to blow or give a blood sample, you will receive the same penalty and driving prohibition/suspension as if you did give the sample and were found “over 80. Impaired while driving a boat will result in your driving license also being suspended. There should be 0 tolerance for booze on the water. I lost a boat and came close to loosing my life as a result of drunk teens in a speed boat cutting my boat in half. No sympathy here for drunk driving.

Absolutely lovely retro bike.

Chain Anchors do an excellent job of cleaning out and removing those pesky Redds during spawning season.

Looks like a super fun fishery.

Here is a link to a Fisheries Biologist job for anyone who happens to be qualified and looking. Here

I've seen these a few years ago when he launched them. Interesting concept, not exactly my cup of tea but it woudl be great for a Fly fishier/biker. I certanly apreciat the design.

Great job love the video

The province has banned all fires starting today. Please be careful out there. No open fires, Updates here news article here Facebook here The fire ban prohibits: Lighting of outdoor fires Fireworks The use of portable campfires The ban does not affect fires contained within: A cooking or heating appliance, other than portable campfires, which are fuelled by fluids or compressed gas An engineered fire receptacle in designated camping and recreation areas Walled tents with air tight stoves with proper screening as approved by a forest officer Industrial facilities or on industrial sites as approved by a forest officer Please be careful out there.

My favorite Ottolite is the flip up type that Micheals has. Seems to fit perfectly above my vice.

Another vote for Ott lamp, I have 2.

That's where a fishfinder comes i handy.

Fishing just below your position on the run or pool close enough to encroach on your direction, stocking space and direction of movement upstream or down. Very disrespectful. It becomes a multiple problem with putting down rising fish and also playing and netting. I've experienced it a few times after I hooked a trout having people crowd in and even guides not respecting my space in favor of their clients. 90% of people I find are very polite when fishing.

Do what makes sense financially?

I use nymphs and an indicators on the big lakes, cornies work also. I've also had good luck with a deep sinking line and small micro buggers.

Wonderful pictures Don.

Go for the Cortland 333, classic line.

Don't be silly he's obviously building one for each foot. That's great model, can't wait to see the final, thanks for posting.

Most of my flies are on Mustads although there are a lot of other brands I use such as Alec Jackson, Owner and Daiichi for tying specific patterns.

I use an image hosting site (photobucket). then just link to it to show the image.

Well after working for an corporation for the last number of years doing their marketing, ads, web, social media etc. and building their business substantially. Taking no holidays because of the volume of work. The young more money than brains owners son gets rid of me in favor of an ad agency who has been winning and dining him with free ski trips etc. Decided to do freelance consulting instead and control my own destiny, a lot of companies no longer seem to stand behind their staff like they did.