ladystrange

so am I. oh wait, spring in calgary means wind, mixed sleet and temps from -2 to 20 rotating every other day... sigh. i just want to fish and not have to wear clothing.

i looked into this a few years ago. why?? because i am too lazy. it was with icefield heli, they were the only ones i could find. i want to say it was around 300 into michelle per person for the 15 min flight plus around $5 per pound of gear. they will take you up for the weekend or the day. done quote me, but that is what i think it was a few years ago.

week 2 Jayvee and i got skunked... im on a roll

too bad calgary does have a by-law against discharge of a firearm within city limits. (except licensed est.) list includes but not limited to bows, cross bows, guns/rifles/shotguns, pellet guns, bb guns, slingshots and air soft and paint ball guns. cap guns, water guns, toy guns and plastic replicas all have to have the orange nob on the end. sigh. cayan pepper spray works to keep cats from pooping in the flower bed, probably works to keep the rabbits from munching.

well at least i know i was mis-spelling it at the time, i was just too lazy to bother to google the correct spelling.

SON OF A BITCH FISH! The parish priest went on a fishing trip. On the last day of his trip he hooked a monster fish and proceeded to reel it in. The guide, holding a net, yelled, "Look at the size of that Son of a Bitch!" "Son, I'm a priest. Your language is uncalled for!" "No, Father, that's what kind of fish it is - a Son of a Bitch fish!" "Really? Well then, help me land this Son of a Bitch!" Once in the boat, they marveled at the size of the monster. "Father, that's the biggest Son of a Bitch I've ever seen." "Yes, it is a big Son of a Bitch. What should I do with it?" "Why, eat it! Of course You've never tasted anything as good as Son of a Bitch!" Elated, the priest headed home to the rectory. While unloading his gear and his prize catch, Sister Mary inquired about his trip. "Take a look at this big Son of a Bitch I caught!" Sister Mary gasped and clutched her rosary, "Father!" "It's OK, Sister. That's what kind of fish it is, a Son of a Bitch fish!" "Oh, well then, what are you going to do with that big Son of a Bitch?" Sister Mary informed the priest that the new Bishop was scheduled to visit in a few days and that they should fix the Son of a Bitch for his dinner. "I'll even clean the Son of a Bitch," she said. As she was cleaning the huge fish, the Friar walked in. "What are you doing Sister?" "Father wants me to clean this big Son of a Bitch for the new Bishop's Dinner." "Sister! I'll clean it if you're so upset! Please watch your language!" "No, no, no, it's called a Son of a Bitch Fish." "Really? Well in that case, I'll fix up a great meal to go with it, and that Son of a Bitch can be the main course!" "Let me know when you've finished cleaning that Son of a Bitch." On the night of the new Bishop's visit, everything was perfect. The Friar had prepared an excellent meal. The wine was fine, and the fish was excellent. The new Bishop said, "This is great fish, where did you get it?" "I caught that Son of a Bitch!" proclaimed the proud priest. "And I cleaned the Son of a Bitch!" exclaimed the Sister. The Friar added, "And I prepared the Son of a Bitch using a special recipe!" The new Bishop looked around at each of them. A big smile crept across his face as he said, "You ****ers are my kind of people!"

hmmmm, thanks peter. i just KNEW you would fix that one. i just not so sure that one is listed in Webster's

conveniently lake mineawanka is 750 ft deep Toad, u have to be the unluckiest person i have heard off and soundling a little like an insurance headache

i have a fish cat 4 use it 5-10 times a year, had it for about 5 years. pretty simple to inflate, set up and manuver

peter = walking dictionary lol

i still have the issue wih migrating hooks in my box. i just decided to buy hooks in the little plastic bags which i agree is still a pain in the butt

is that even considered beer outside of sask?

no matter how many times i read through a thread, i often wonder how we can go from the above to the guard-Taco

i didnt notice the year but i was seriously wondering how that could possibly win best of anything. it was bad all the way around.

i need a referral on a window guy as well. i have 5 that need to be replaced, circa 1970...

tip - know what you are going to do with the new rig. have some idea in your mind as to what your casting style is and what kind of water you will be using it on as well as your budget. no point looking at a $500 rod and a $250 reel if your budget is $200 for both. go to one of the local shops and try as many out as you can.

considerate thieves use slim jims

go to www.hookandhackleclub.org for meeting location. This Wednesday April 28. Bring itemes to sell or come to get in on the great deals and bring a friend. Just a details about our annual auction, which is all set to go this Wednesday April 28 at our regular meeting location. As always, a fun evening will be in store as Auctioneer Stan leads the big sell-off of a multitude of treasures donated by club members and supportive local businesses. Please take the opportunity to do some spring cleaning at home and identify any items (they don’t have to be fishing-related!) you want to donate to the auction. For more valuable items (worth more than $50 or so) that you may want to sell rather than donate, let us know your minimum price and we will set that as the “reserve price” on the item. If our auctioneer is able to solicit a final bid that is greater than the reserve price, you receive the reserve price and the club keeps the difference. If bids do not exceed the reserve price, you take your item back home. Plan to arrive with your items between 6:00 and 6:45 pm – the bidding starts at 7:00 pm sharp! Also, please take note of the following to help ensure the evening runs smoothly: The auction is open to everyone. Members and guests may donate items and participate in the bidding. All bidders will register with the Treasurer and receive a bidder number. If you plan to bid, please do not forget to bring payment! Canadian cash or cheques accepted. Cheque payments work best for us as our ability to make change can sometimes be limited. Please plan to pay for your items either at the end of the evening or at the break about halfway through. It is very difficult for us to accept payments and make change, etc. while the live auction is going on. Thank you to members who have helped out by obtaining donations from various local businesses. Here are just a few of the items available this year: Item Contributor Bow River jet boat trip for 2 Arnie Hillis Bow River float trip for 2 Rick Moses Bow River full day walk & wade for 1 Dave Curtis Livingstone River walk & wade for 2 Monty Buechler & Louise Stinson Bow River jet boat trip for 2 Doug Hamm Bow River float trip for 2 Monty Buechler Fly casting lessons (1.5 hrs) for up to 4 Walter Simbirski Oldman River walk & wade for 2 Walter Simbirski Drift boat rental including shuttle service Bow River Shuttles Jim McLennan’s “Watermarks” book (3 copies) Southbow Fly Shop Orvis waders (size XL) Country Pleasures Orvis waders (size XL) Country Pleasures Orvis wading boots (size 9) Country Pleasures GPS receiver The Fishin’ Hole Fly tying materials Superfly Inc Floating fly lines (2) Wayne Reading Fly boxes (2) Springbrook Manufacturing High-quality hackle capes (6) Fish Tales Fly Shop Ball caps & t-shirts Flys, Etc Gift certificate Flys, Etc Fly fishing vest Wyld Outfitters Fly boxes Wyld Outfitters Framed wildlife print Ducks Unlimited Fly tying materials Hook & Hackle Club Fly tying materials Mike Corrigan Demo fly rods (3) Bow River Troutfitters 3 Copies of Water Marks Southbow And much more… So come on out, bring your wallets, bring your (useless junk / unappreciated treasures), and bring your friends!

Belly boat hussle it's things like these you find when you don't have cable and you've watched everything worth watching. Alberta Short film, parody i hope . because otherwise i am speachless and wondering if i should concerned that those on the outside looking in are mocking us...

ah dammit, i guess i should go take the rods out of my truck again...

it took me into the middle of a snow storm with gail force winds last night :/ thank god for the baileys and hot chocolate at the bar after... but i landed 36in stick... yea me

here, here!!

we got skunked... im blaming it on the gross weather that decided to move in. it was cold, windy and snowing for most of the afternoon. we each had hook-ups but couldnt land either. we did each land a stick. not a great fight but mine was bigger. all in all a fun day.

i have one this afternoon and next week will be on tuesday.

WOW, those are some serious high standards. i'm just happy my booze is wet