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Ill add my 2 cents here...When it comes to the great outdoors, there seems to be a mentality from some that there is too much of a limited resource, and that keeping information about locations, techniques, conditions, and such will mean more fish and critters for themselves. On the other hand, I believe in the 'more the merrier' philosophy... if you want to get all political, there is plenty of opposition out there from folks who would just as well like to see our hunting and fishing rights taken away all-to-gether. That is why I like to share my knowledge with every interested person (and some who are uninterested). The way I see it, the more folks I can encourage to get outside and participate in a wholesome activity like fishing or hunting, then that is one more person on my side of the debate. We also are up against a huge problem with our young people... it is hard enough to pull them away from their video games, but once you do, if they don't see immediate success on the water or in the field, they act like the whole affair is a waste of time. I am seriously worried that we are not passing on enough of a love for the outdoors for the next generation to give a hoot... and that will be a crying shame when there is no one else left to defend what we now hold dear.So... what does that mean? Well, this year I didn't get to harvest my own deer, because I was too busy helping 3 other first time hunters harvest their deer... using my rifle. And I am perfectly OK with that. Im like most of you on here, and I don't have an incredible amount of free time. When it comes to fishing (or hunting), as you all know... it takes years and years to build up the skills, gear, and knowhow to be routinely successful in some areas. Ive recently been able to dedicate the time into figuring the kokanee trolling thing out with my boat, but I have spent a lot of time and money to get where I am with our local lakes... and yes, I am an open book to those around me about what I have learned. Ive taken a number of youth out who had never before had a chance to hook a koke. Last year was the first year I put some real time into really figuring out the perch fishing, and lucked out into finding CJ Strike froze. I didn't keep it a secret, and you can find some of my posts from last year on this forum. That said... do I remember to jump on the computer and post a fishing report everytime I make it out? Heck no, I have a life (and 6 kids) so sometimes it just doesn't happen. I will say this, I have been the recipient of helpful tips and info over the years, whether it has been from tackle shops like Tackle Toms, the folks at sportsmans or Kokabow, or forums like these. As I consider myself to be relatively new to the successful side of catching vs just fishing, I freely admit that I have probably received a lot more advice than I have given. But, as I become more and more successful in my excursions, my ability to "pay it forward" is increasing. So, thank you to all who are willing to share your knowledge freely. My apologies for those of us benefiting from your hard won knowledge who don't always reciprocate in kind. I hope you know that your efforts are not in vain, and that the better educated the masses will be, that means more folks out there who can share in our ideals in a safe and educated manner.
Anyone that watched the fiasco on CJ Strike after the newspaper recommended fishing on it will probably be a little cautious giving out info.
They are so mean!
I see this every year. Please don't take this as rude, but I feel I gotta say it.
I think those who only come to the Iceshanty forums to learn where the ice is safe and where/what/when the fish are biting, your missing out big time!I come here to learn techniqies for catching fish, reviews on equipment, tackle/rod making, comradery with fellow ice anglers, learn about good deals on ice equipment and where a good place to order from is, learn of new gear on the market, species specific information, the good jokes, etc.etc.The last thing I need from this forum is ice reports and fishing spots.Those are easy enough to acquire myself.I guess I can see where a person traveling a long ways could really benefit from an ice report. But when it becomes the only thing you come here for well that's another issue.I'm also sure there's lots of lurkers reading the forum just looking for fishing spots!
I'm also sure there's lots of lurkers reading the forum just looking for fishing spots!
Things have sure changed. I don't understand it. But I am old school.
The worst part is people bad mouth others for keeping information to themselves.
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