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Colorado => Ice Fishing Colorado => Topic started by: Bigassbassman on Dec 05, 2019, 10:34 AM
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Sausage Fest, 2020!
OK gentlemen, time to start talking about a gathering in January!
Might as well start thinking about it...
Location? The Crack again?
Best dates?
Weekend of 1/11-1/12
Weekend of 1/18-1/19
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Oh hell yeah! Any of the above works for me. :thumbsup: :woot: :icefish: >:D :cookoo: :blink:
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Any time is good for me.
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the 11th is my b-day.....
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Do you offer a shuttle bus service?
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Do you offer a shuttle bus service?
Bwahaha...sure! From the airport... ::) ;D
the 11th is my b-day.....
Hey, how about a birthday bash on the ice for Bud! ;D
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I'll hafta check my work schedule- ;D
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I'll hafta check my work schedule- ;D
Unless you're staring that management trainee program at Burger King or as a Walmart greeter, I believe you may be unemployed in late January. Two weeks tomorrow for the gold watch if I remember. You're buying.
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Hey Big just noticed that the Lake John/Cowdrey tournament is the weekend of Jan 11-12. Not sure if that is an issue?
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Hey Big just noticed that the Lake John/Cowdrey tournament is the weekend of Jan 11-12. Not sure if that is an issue?
None of us care for icing slimers- ;D
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We also hate the Crack ;D
Chatty it is.
Slayer is bringing cases of KeyIce , Nate is in charge of Chili and ronco will bring a B-Day card for bud we can all sign.
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We also hate the Crack ;D
Chatty it is.
Slayer is bringing cases of KeyIce , Nate is in charge of Chili and ronco will bring a B-Day card for bud we can all sign.
No one really fishes anyway so it could be in a freekin parking lot for that matter- ;)
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Chatty would work great for me. That's where this madness started. But anywhere is fine.
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I'll hafta check my work schedule- ;D
;D ;D ;)
I agree, Chatty or Crack could work. Man, those are some great photos from the first gathering...and hey, look...A FISH! I guess there was some fishing going on. Z looks surprised. ;D
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;D ;D ;)
I agree, Chatty or Crack could work. Man, those are some great photos from the first gathering...and hey, look...A FISH! I guess there was some fishing going on. Z looks surprised. ;D
Some good times! I think that was when Slayer got his electric auger "cherry" broke.
I'm not surprised Z caught "the Walleye" He'd been out studying them for a while in the fall. ;D :o ::)
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Shatty ugh! I am gone for the first date.
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I’m out of town 18/19. Weekend before works. Chatfield would be good but I’m down for cc also. Easy for the group to setup.
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My vote is for Chatty, we did Creek last year (plus, then I don't have to drive very far :P).
Either weeekend currently works for me, but I'd prolly pick the earlier one given a choice. Closer to my b-day and I could get a hall pass easier. ;)
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if you can make it anytime after Jan 21, I can make it, ill be in France visiting some family. I did take the whole month off so when I get back I plan to ice a lot. But don't chance it because of me. ;D
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That was my electric auger that Slayer tested out. I am the one with the red and black Vexilar coat.
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It always tough getting the whole crew together! ;D Some can do early, some can do later...
Who could do the weekend of the 25th/26th?
A few votes for Chatty, but the Tower area of the Crack is just so nice...literally step out in the ice with our food/brewskis/tables/grills, etc.
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ANY day is fine with me! I had to drag my sled o beer about a mile at Chatty! ;D
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I’m good with any days not the 18/19th
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ANY day is fine with me! I had to drag my sled o beer about a mile at Chatty! ;D
The beer caboose!
I could make them dates work.
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Bwahaha...sure! From the airport... ::) ;D
Ok guess I'll book my flight and catch that shuttle ;) @)
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Ok guess I'll book my flight and catch that shuttle ;) @)
Haha! Great, glad to have you! ;D :tipup: :tipup: :tipup:
Just a disclaimer --- there's usually more beverage imbibing than fishing done at these gatherings. ::)
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Haha! Great, glad to have you! ;D :tipup: :tipup: :tipup:
Just a disclaimer --- there's usually more beverage imbibing than fishing done at these gatherings. ::)
To be honest most of our fishing trips are always an excuse to get out and have some drinks with the crew, pretty much why we started ice camping also. Nobody wants to be the DD and who doesn't like 3 days and 2 nights of indulging. In fish that is ;)2 :thumbsup: :icefish:
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To be honest most of our fishing trips are always an excuse to get out and have some drinks with the crew, pretty much why we started ice camping also. Nobody wants to be the DD and who doesn't like 3 days and 2 nights of indulging. In fish that is ;)2 :thumbsup: :icefish:
Exactly. Ice camping is definitely something I want to try a few times this year...heck, maybe I'll bring my hub, heater, and a cot to the gathering and just keep on fishing/drinking through the night! ;)
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Exactly. Ice camping is definitely something I want to try a few times this year...heck, maybe I'll bring my hub, heater, and a cot to the gathering and just keep on fishing/drinking through the night! ;)
Howdeeee! ;D
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Howdeeee! ;D
;D Won't need a DD, at least!
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Exactly. Ice camping is definitely something I want to try a few times this year...heck, maybe I'll bring my hub, heater, and a cot to the gathering and just keep on fishing/drinking through the night! ;)
Flaming gorge is one of our main places we spend our winters. Chase lakers all day and sit around ice camp at night and catch burbot and pups. Now if we could just get the big lakers to cooperate in the day I wouldn't have to go anywhere else ;D sorry to muck up your gathering thread
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Flaming gorge is one of our main places we spend our winters. Chase lakers all day and sit around ice camp at night and catch burbot and pups. Now if we could just get the big lakers to cooperate in the day I wouldn't have to go anywhere else ;D sorry to muck up your gathering thread
That would be sweet
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Flaming gorge is one of our main places we spend our winters. Chase lakers all day and sit around ice camp at night and catch burbot and pups. Now if we could just get the big lakers to cooperate in the day I wouldn't have to go anywhere else ;D sorry to muck up your gathering thread
No problem we step on threads all the time. ;D
Im down for ice camping if I can drive my rig out onto the ice!
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Twin Lakes?
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No problem we step on threads all the time. ;D
Im down for ice camping if I can drive my rig out onto the ice!
Maybe we should make a trip out to the Gorge in the near future? Not like work will get in the way...for YOU at least! ;D
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Maybe we should make a trip out to the Gorge in the near future? Not like work will get in the way...for YOU at least! ;D
See if I can fit it in between Casdcade and Havasu! ;)
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When do they get safe ice at Lake Havasu?
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When do they get safe ice at Lake Havasu?
Bwahahaha-
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Chatty it is that way Slayer can pick me up on the way
If not I wonder if Uber XL would pick me up at a state park boat ramp.
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Chatty it is that way Slayer can pick me up on the way
If not I wonder if Uber XL would pick me up at a state park boat ramp.
Geez I'm already driving a full hour to get there. Pick you up and it's 1.5 hrs. Brutal! :P
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It cant always be about Slayer lol you have to pass my area anyways.
Its not 1.5 hours Strausburg to Chatty 30 mins tops.
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As long as the Slayer beer sled makes it out to the spot, Chatty would be fine with me, lol.
But we might have to pack lighter to get stuff out on the ice! Which is fine, too.
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OK crapfield is fine with me!
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Last year it wasn't really like we were fishing ;D I think maybe one crappie was caught between 15 to 20 guys over 6 to 8 hours? we might have been able to produce the same amount of fish in somebody's backyard ;D it'd be nice to actually catch fish at the get together
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Last year it wasn't really like we were fishing ;D I think maybe one crappie was caught between 15 to 20 guys over 6 to 8 hours? we might have been able to produce the same amount of fish in somebody's backyard ;D it'd be nice to actually catch fish at the get together
St. Vrain it is! A 'Stone to the one who catches the smallest fish.
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St. Vrain it is!
BWAHAHA.... nope. ;D
Location: Chatfield State Park, Marina Parking Lot
If I remember last time, we walked out from there. Other ideas?
Is the construction screwing the marina up?
Date: Saturday, Jan 25th??
Seems like most can make this later date?
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I’m in
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Maybe we should make a trip out to the Gorge in the near future? Not like work will get in the way...for YOU at least! ;D
You guys are always welcome to join us, we usually hit it from January until the ice isn't so nice which can be mid February till mid march. For those not wanting to camp on the ice rooms can be booked in Manilla if we're on the ice to the south which we prefer, but we've spent alot of time in the north and then its Green River for rooms.
When do they get safe ice at Lake Havasu?
That's good stuff :roflmao: that place would be shut down with an inch of snow
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BWAHAHA.... nope. ;D
Location: Chatfield State Park, Marina Parking Lot
If I remember last time, we walked out from there. Other ideas?
Is the construction screwing the marina up?
CO_Dinky should have some intel on that. The North boat cove might be an option. Pretty easy walk to the water.
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The North Ramp could be good, too. I know parking is ok there --- at least it was in the fall. Easy access to set up Sausage Fest Basecamp.
And we could just walk out along the dam to better fishing locations once the "magic hour" arrives for those who want to seriously chase some fish. But whatever people think is fine!
We have plenty of time to decide.
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Last year it wasn't really like we were fishing ;D I think maybe one crappie was caught between 15 to 20 guys over 6 to 8 hours? we might have been able to produce the same amount of fish in somebody's backyard ;D it'd be nice to actually catch fish at the get together
Chatfield ponds!
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Chatfield ponds!
If the ranger says it aint 6" thick they kick you off the ice!
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If the ranger says it aint 6" thick they kick you off the ice!
Really?!? We had boy scouts with tight lines on 3” one year. When we got together for a group photo the ice sank and water crested over the top.
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Tell that to the bastid that kicked me off! ;)
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CO_Dinky should have some intel on that. The North boat cove might be an option. Pretty easy walk to the water.
Technically, all areas of the park are open now (except a small area immediately East of the Marina where they're working). But things have very much changed! Parking lots have mostly moved to different spots, so most have longer walks down to the water now. We'll have to see how things shape up in the next month or so, hopefully the weather changes or we won't have any ice... :-\
The North Ramp could be good, too. I know parking is ok there --- at least it was in the fall. Easy access to set up Sausage Fest Basecamp.
And we could just walk out along the dam to better fishing locations once the "magic hour" arrives for those who want to seriously chase some fish. But whatever people think is fine!
We have plenty of time to decide.
North ramp usually locks up sooner than most of the lake, and would certainly be one of the easiest spots to set up and get down to the ice. There are a few springs in the area to watch for though, where the ice is usually thinner. Plus, we usually see a pressure ridge that forms just outside the cove, that can restrict access to the dam from the cove.
Chatfield ponds!
I had a similar thought. Haven't been able to ice that for a few years now, and really want to get on there. It's really easy access, and there's a ton of Perch in there!
Kingfisher cove could be another option too.
If the ranger says it aint 6" thick they kick you off the ice!
Tell that to the bastid that kicked me off! ;)
What??? When did that happen? I've not seen the rangers say that ice access was not allowed, it's usually up to the individual to decide what's safe. I know you'll fish when it's just "thickafugginuff" though! ;)
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What??? When did that happen? I've not seen the rangers say that ice access was not allowed, it's usually up to the individual to decide what's safe. I know you'll fish when it's just "thickafugginuff" though! ;)
I was talking the ponds to North of Chatty. They're controlled by City of Littleton.
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I was talking the ponds to North of Chatty. They're controlled by City of Littleton.
They shut them down to all ice fishing last year. I called them last year
The ponds would work good, easy access and Z could fish for Perch. ;D
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Yah I like the ponds idea. Easy and perch easy. You can even fish the river for those pre-spawn walleyes! :o
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I’m good with whatever! 6 inch perch would fry up real nice! ;)
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Yah I like the ponds idea. Easy and perch easy. You can even fish the river for those pre-spawn walleyes! :o
Yes the small ponds inside of chatty. Easy access and perch city. There’s also some decent bass if people want to try for them.
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Yes the small ponds inside of chatty. Easy access and perch city. There’s also some decent bass if people want to try for them.
It actually sounds pretty fun. I'm definitely down to chase the bass. And gills, too.
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A 'Stone in 1 hand and a Perch rod in the other! Heaven on Earth! ;D
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Wasn't it Chatty ponds where Bud went in and almost drowned a few years back.
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They shut them down to all ice fishing last year. I called them last year
The ponds would work good, easy access and Z could fish for Perch. ;D
6 inch forage fish...really!? ::)
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Wasn't it Chatty ponds where Bud went in and almost drowned a few years back.
Could have swore he said Cherry Creek when I use to talk to him at the good old Gander Mountain.
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Wasn't it Chatty ponds where Bud went in and almost drowned a few years back.
It was on Chatfield. Kingfisher area.
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It was on Chatfield. Kingfisher area.
Close enuff to Chatty ponds
We should start a pool betting on who goes in first. Pull a name out of the hat and that's your guy. Drawing a name evens things out if not everyone would pick the husky attendees and leave out the bean poles.
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We should start a pool betting on who goes in first.
No Thank you, not playing that game again :o
Good any day for the 2020 fest!
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Menu options:
I could stew up a bunch of beer brats the morning of and grill them up on charcoal like last year. Pretty tasty and well received as I recall. I also now have a complete shore lunch
outfit and those who have fished any of the Ontario lodges will recall how well that eats. Consists of a 10# tank and burner since there's no campfires on the ice. Along with it
comes a 20" Paul Bunyon style steel skillet. Thing's almost comical. Peanut oil for high temps. I make a nice beer batter coating for fish and chips style fillets and Nate has a great
recipe for a spicy egg wash and panko coating. What I don't have is enough fillets on hand to feed the multitude. These frigid temps are keeping me out of South Park to pick off a
few Northerns for a fry-up. If I can correct that I will. Comments?
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Stinky, that shore lunch sounds great. Would be happy to help if needed. Will hopefully have my dad and son along as well.
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Stinky, that shore lunch sounds great. Would be happy to help if needed. Will hopefully have my dad and son along as well.
I don't mind cooking. I like to cook, but I figured anybody can use the equipment if they've got their own ideas how fish should taste. As long as I get a nibble. Got the little charcoal brat grill available also.
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Hell yeah, I think we'll get by.
Have you seen the Fryin'Saucer? I saw them at the St Paul ice fishing show. Cool idea. I'd buy one but, I already have too much stuff. lol
https://www.thefryinsaucercompany.com/
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Sounds great, everyone!
And Stinky, the shore lunch setup sounds excellent. Hopefully I’ll start collecting fillets soon, and continue through the new year!
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Im sure ill have some fillets! ;)
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I will have fillets to donate, should be a lot of fun!
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Man, I don't know but the thought of someone with stinky fingers cooking my food just doesn't sound right!!! :sick: :laugh:
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Man, I don't know but the thought of someone with stinky fingers cooking my food just doesn't sound right!!! :sick: :laugh:
After a few beers and fresh air you won't care! ;D
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Man, I don't know but the thought of someone with stinky fingers cooking my food just doesn't sound right!!! :sick: :laugh:
All hygienic and rubber gloved the whole way. Sanitized for your protection, as they say. Hope you don't imagine that I would enjoy a couple of hours on the ice with beer batter fingers and only cold pond water to wash up with.
The Stinkyfingers part refers to an earlier period in my catfish life when I'd mix up these vile bait concoctions that could knock a raccoon off its feet. Have since come to appreciate cut bait so I'm more or less fit to join the human race.
In addition to the fish fry operation, I've got that little charcoal grill from last year. Anybody want to try grilling some brats or weenies on the ice? I can add it on to the wagon, no problemo.
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All hygienic and rubber gloved the whole way. Sanitized for your protection, as they say. Hope you don't imagine that I would enjoy a couple of hours on the ice with beer batter fingers and only cold pond water to wash up with.
The Stinkyfingers part refers to an earlier period in my catfish life when I'd mix up these vile bait concoctions that could knock a raccoon off its feet. Have since come to appreciate cut bait so I'm more or less fit to join the human race.
In addition to the fish fry operation, I've got that little charcoal grill from last year. Anybody want to try grilling some brats or weenies on the ice? I can add it on to the wagon, no problemo.
;D :roflmao: Good enough for me, Stinky! It's all "seasoning" anyway. I'm looking forward to the fish fry!
I think the charcoal grill would be great to have, too.
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Sausage Fest Stuff to Bring:
Bassman: Hopefully fillets, dessert of some kind, corn and flour tortillas, cilantro lime sauce, taco fixins, Xxx Hot Sauce, dreaded Mexican beer
Stinky: Fish fry setup, oil and beer batter, charcoal grill
Slayer: Hopefully fillets, stones, "cabbage"
Brewski: Bison and boar brats, Brewskies!
Fishslap:Tables, chips, elk sausage, brewskies
Zman:
Johnny: Hopefully fillets
Lovetofishnow:
IFF:
Ronco:
Crazy Tom:
GspPike: Chowder, brewskies, table, propane stove, dessert
Co_Dinky:
ShuMugen:
Hookerhooker:
Waterlike: Hopefully fillets
Ducky540:
DrCro:
azexp:
a10flyr:
Still plenty of time to decide, no rush. I just went through and added anyone who showed interest in coming. If you can make it, let us know and what you can bring! Sorry if I skipped ya, let me know!
Still need:
Paper plates
Paper towels
Plasticware
Trash bags
Waters
More Beer
Sodas
More desserts
Snacks (crackers, etc)
More Beer
Any other dishes you want to share
More Beer
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I think the charcoal grill would be great to have, too.
So let it be written. So let it be done.
Pharaoh Ramesses II (as played by Yul Brynner)
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I'll bring some good "Cabbage" also! ;)
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I'll bring some Bison and Wild boar brats.
And some brewskis!
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What if the fillets are from out of state? Too tainted? Just lie? ;D I can bring some filets also, hopefully. I can also help organize a filet mission, welcome to anyone who wants to join a week or two before the get together, if anyone is interested.
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What if the fillets are from out of state? Too tainted? Just lie? ;D I can bring some filets also, hopefully. I can also help organize a filet mission, welcome to anyone who wants to join a week or two before the get together, if anyone is interested.
Im thinking my fav spot will be puttin out in the weeks prior. ;)
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What if the fillets are from out of state? Too tainted? Just lie? ;D I can bring some filets also, hopefully. I can also help organize a filet mission, welcome to anyone who wants to join a week or two before the get together, if anyone is interested.
I'll join ya! Keep me posted!
Im thinking my fav spot will be puttin out in the weeks prior. ;)
That's also MY plan! ;D
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Stinky, that shore lunch sounds great. Would be happy to help if needed. Will hopefully have my dad and son along as well.
The more the merrier! It would be great to meet you guys!
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Im thinking my fav spot will be puttin out in the weeks prior. ;)
Oh Yeah! That early ice will be nice! ;D
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Man, I don't know but the thought of someone with stinky fingers cooking my food just doesn't sound right!!! :sick: :laugh:
A bit of a stinky finger is what gives it flavor... :p
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Sausage Fest Stuff to Bring:
Bassman: Hopefully fillets, dessert of some kind, corn and flour tortillas, cilantro lime sauce, taco fixins, Xxx Hot Sauce, dreaded Mexican beer
Stinky: Fish fry setup, charcoal grill
Slayer: Hopefully fillets, stones, "cabbage"
Brewski: Bison and boar brats, Brewskis!
Fishslap:
Zman:
Johnny: Hopefully fillets
Lovetofishnow:
IFF:
Ronco:
Crazy Tom:
GspPike: Chowder, beer, table, propane stove, dessert
Co_Dinky:
ShuMugen:
Hookerhooker:
Waterlike: Hopefully fillets
Ducky540:
DrCro:
azexp:
a10flyr:
Still plenty of time to decide, no rush. I just went through and added anyone who showed interest in coming. If you can make it, let us know and what you can bring! Sorry if I skipped ya, let me know!
Still need:
Tables
Paper plates
Paper towels
Plasticware
Trash bags
Waters
More Beer
Sodas
More desserts
Snacks (chips, crackers, etc)
More Beer
Any other dishes you want to share
More Beer
I can do two tables and some chips. I’ll bring some elk sausage/sticks and a few beers. Do we need buns for the brats?
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I can do two tables and some chips. I’ll bring some elk sausage/sticks and a few beers. Do we need buns for the brats?
Sounds great! I would think yes, we could use some buns for the brats!
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I will bring plates, utensils, paper towels and beer.
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Paper towels and 55 gal trash bags..
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Chatfield Jan 25th? I would like to come as well! Put me down for some Beer and Soda.
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Sausage Fest Stuff to Bring (Updated):
Bassman: Hopefully fillets, dessert of some kind, corn and flour tortillas, cilantro lime sauce, taco fixins, Xxx Hot Sauce, dreaded Mexican beer
Stinky: Fish fry setup, oil and beer batter, charcoal grill, beer brats
Slayer: Hopefully fillets, stones, "cabbage"
Brewski: Bison and boar brats, Brewskies!
Fishslap:Tables, chips, elk sausage, brewskies
Zman:
Johnny: Hopefully fillets
Lovetofishnow:
IFF:
Ronco:
Crazy Tom:Fancy brewskies
GspPike: Chowder, brewskies, table, propane stove, dessert
Co_Dinky:
ShuMugen:
Hookerhooker:Brewskies (maybe)
Waterlike: Hopefully fillets
Ducky540: Plates, utensils, paper towels, Brewskies
DrCro:
azexp:
a10flyr: Paper towels, trash bags
troutbiscuits: Brewskies, soda
Still plenty of time to decide, no rush. I just went through and added anyone who showed interest in coming. If you can make it, let us know and what you can bring! Sorry if I skipped ya, let me know!
Still need:
Brat buns
Waters
More Sodas
More desserts
Snacks (crackers, etc)
More Beer
Any other dishes you want to share
More Beer
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I will bring myself and beers. Probably one of those fancy variety packs of micro beer.
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Not sure I can make, but put me down for more beer if I do, thanks
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Well guys, Happy New Year! We’re still planning on:
Saturday, Jan. 25th, Chatfield Ponds
I don’t think we’re going to do the fish fry — too much trouble. Let’s stick to brats, dogs, burgers...easy stuff!
Sausage Fest Stuff to Bring (Updated):
Bassman: Dessert of some kind, snacks, brewskies
Stinky: Beer brats, buns, fixins, charcoal grill
Slayer: Stones, "cabbage"
Brewski: Bison and boar brats, Brewskies!
Fishslap: Tables, chips, elk sausage, brewskies
Zman: Sodas, desserts
Johnny: Chips and snacks
Lovetofishnow:
IFF:
Ronco:
Crazy Tom: Fancy brewskies
GspPike: Chowder, brewskies, table, propane stove, dessert
Co_Dinky:
ShuMugen:
Hookerhooker: Brewskies (maybe)
Waterlike:
Ducky540: Plates, utensils, paper towels, Brewskies
DrCro:
azexp:
a10flyr: Paper towels, trash bags
troutbiscuits: Brewskies, soda
Tal0362: Brewskies
Still plenty of time to decide, no rush. Let me know if you’re plans have changed!
Still need:
Waters
More Sodas
More desserts
Snacks (crackers, etc)
More Beer
Any other dishes you want to share
More Beer
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Put me down for that charcoal grill...same one as last year. Couple dozen beer brats, brat relish, mayo, mustard, ketchup. I'll go ahead and get the buns for them also. Brewski, want
to grill those boar and bison brats? I'll grab some extra buns. Discreet treats for those that indulge.
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I am going to try to stop by for a while - till early afternoon. I have a bunch of people coming over for dinner (someone's 60th).
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Yep, if your bringing the grill I'll just throw the Brats on that.
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Sounds great, guys! Thanks for bringing the grill, Stinky.
I’m trying to decide if me bringing burgers is a good idea, or if all the brats will be plenty. It all comes down to grill real estate...let me know whatcha think.
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2 brats is all I can eat at one time and still keep this gorgeous figure! And still have room for beer- :P
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I am going to try to stop by for a while - till early afternoon. I have a bunch of people coming over for dinner (someone's 60th).
Cool, Hope you can make it!
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I'll bring some chips & other snacks then.
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I am going to try to stop by for a while - till early afternoon. I have a bunch of people coming over for dinner (someone's 60th).
Sounds great!
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Man that sounds like a good time. I’d love to come down and introduce myself but I work Saturdays. Maybe one of these years.
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Seems we will be short of beer, so I will bring some.
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put me down for sodas desserts...
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Well, crap! :-\ I’m getting called out of town for work, so unfortunately I won’t be able to make this year’s gathering. >:( Gotta keep the lights on though. ::)
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Man that sounds like a good time. I’d love to come down and introduce myself but I work Saturdays. Maybe one of these years.
No prob, Beerslushy! Hope to see you out in the ice, sometime!
Well, crap! :-\ I’m getting called out of town for work, so unfortunately I won’t be able to make this year’s gathering. >:( Gotta keep the lights on though. ::)
That sucks, but no prob! Another time.
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Well dang, won't be able to make this one. Haven't been on any ice this year, Looks like I will miss this season altogether.
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Bummer, sorry you guys can't make it.
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Well dang, won't be able to make this one. Haven't been on any ice this year, Looks like I will miss this season altogether.
Dang, Bud! I hope you don't miss ice season. Hope everything is ok with ya!
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Unfortunately I can no longer make it. Turns out my wife had something already planned for that day that I "forgot" about.... Haha.
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Unfortunately I can no longer make it. Turns out my wife had something already planned for that day that I "forgot" about.... Haha.
No problem, Aaron! Hope to see you out on the ice sometime soon.
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Location, Sausage Fest, 2020: Jan. 25th, 2020.
Ok, folks. Here are some directions. If you enter "5280 Paddle Sports" into Google Maps, it will take you right to the parking area next to the ponds. Let me know if you have any trouble finding it on the map. Basically, just C470 to 121 Wadsworth, South to park entrance. Follow the park road south to the ponds.
And here's a map of the meetup location:
(https://i.imgur.com/GcqNek2l.jpg)
Time TBD. Hopefully, the ice will be good on the 25th!
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Has anyone checked the ponds? Are they iced up and walkable?
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Has anyone checked the ponds? Are they iced up and walkable?
After beers and buds who cares? ;D
We can go snag suckers in the river! ;)
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Plus 5280 Paddle Sports seems to feature girls in bikinis on their paddleboards. Thought I was looking at ASU Spring Break at Havasu. A bunch of furry ice fisherman would sure make
them scatter.
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Plus 5280 Paddle Sports seems to feature girls in bikinis on their paddleboards. Thought I was looking at ASU Spring Break at Havasu. A bunch of furry ice fisherman would sure make
them scatter.
I wonder what would happen if I showed up there this summer with a paddle..... ??? ??? ???
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I wonder what would happen if I showed up there this summer with a paddle..... ??? ??? ???
Especially if your goal was to spank their naughty little behinds.
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Especially if your goal was to spank their naughty little behinds.
What can I say? What ever floats my boat....... >:D :woot: :thumbsup:
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I'll head out this weekend and check the ice.
It was 10" solid ice on the main lake Saturday. (A few short Walleye were caught, no legals.)
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Time for plan B. Ponds are a no go. Open water all along the shore line about 10' out.
I'm good to go wherever.
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Time for plan B. Ponds are a no go. Open water all along the shore line about 10' out.
I'm good to go wherever.
Anybody have a 2x12-12' laying around?
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Anybody have a 2x12-12' laying around?
i think i have 2*10*12 i have to check
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Dang. Well, we could always just head out to the main lake flats and go after eyes! I’m open to whatever.
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Ice is good off of Fox run & Catfish flats.
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Crack has good ice. And eyes. ;)
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Crack has good ice. And eyes. ;)
And easy access from the tower lot...
Ice is good off of Fox run & Catfish flats.
Both good options, too.
I’m up for whatever!
Vote on it?
Crack
Or
Chatty
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Crackerbox, BTW bringing chili rather than chowder, goes better with brats and burgers.
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Crack has good ice. And eyes. ;)
Agree! Last time I fished 7” of safe clear ice.
(https://i.postimg.cc/XGSZWfcp/77-A4881-A-BC1-E-4-D1-A-A5-D6-F75-B649-AE855.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/XGSZWfcp)
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I'm a CRACK head also! ;D
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All the same to me. Looks like bluebird weather in the forecast.
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Crack! It will be easier accessing & fish have been caught , not as muddy (Fox Run)
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I agree, the Crack sounds fine!
Tower loop at Cherry Creek, same spot as last year. For those that weren’t there last year, just straight out from the lot. You’ll see the group of dudes drinking beer.
Unless others have suggestions for another spot in the crack...
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Crack! It will be easier accessing & fish have been caught , not as muddy (Fox Run)
Yep, much easier access. They had Fox run parking lot blocked off on Friday. I have no idea why. ??? ??? ???
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Time of day, roughly? I don't see it mentioned and my memory won't stretch back as far as 12 months.
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Time of day, roughly? I don't see it mentioned and my memory won't stretch back as far as 12 months.
Prob start gathering at the tower early afternoon, maybe 2pm? Plenty of time for brews and snacks before dinner and the magic hour bite.
I’m prob going at sunup for the morning bite, too. I might look for crappie and bluegill early in the day, if anyone wants to join.
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They had Fox run parking lot blocked off on Friday. I have no idea why. ??? ??? ???
I found out why, there are some Eagles nesting between there and Kingfisher. I'm cool with that.
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Hey we could do the Platte in LODO. Maybe roll some bums b4 its over. ;D
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Hey we could do the Platte in LODO. Maybe roll some bums b4 its over. ;D
Do you think at your age you can do it? ;D
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Do you think at your age you can do it? ;D
I think so. Besides it'll be a group effort! ;D
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Hey we could do the Platte in LODO. Maybe roll some bums b4 its over. ;D
Knowing this State, you'll need a bum sticker on your license and obey the bag and slot limits.
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I aint cleaning them! :o
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Edges are getting sketchy at the tower too; still get on/off as of this message (1600). Ice was solid 7 on Monday, beginning to look a little bit sponge.
(https://i.postimg.cc/06sjc7H7/309-F0-DD3-61-FF-45-FD-821-B-E6-BABCF7-ABAB.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/06sjc7H7)
(https://i.postimg.cc/fJ1JSGc2/7-FE024-EE-A482-452-B-A34-C-0-FE247-A474-A2.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/fJ1JSGc2)
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BRUTAL! Not sure what to say, guys.
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2 more days in the mid 50s aint looking good. Nice weather maybe go to wyoming. Or Plo! ;D
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2 more days in the mid 50s aint looking good. Nice weather maybe go to wyoming. Or Plo! ;D
thinking go north Monday or Tuesday depend on the weather,,
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thinking go north Monday or Tuesday depend on the weather,,
Maybe we'll join you! ;D Aint much ice here.
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Maybe we'll join you! ;D Aint much ice here.
why not you retire im going to work pretty soon, we have nothing to do right now but look for a place to Slay some fish 😀😀😀
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So....Saturday? What do you guys think? Game time decision?
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Not sure what to think. Ice season is BRUTAL this year. :P
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why not you retire im going to work pretty soon, we have nothing to do right now but look for a place to Slay some fish 😀😀😀
Only reason for me to not go is weather. I hate ice fishing in the cold! ;D
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I'm not out of pocket yet for brats and buns so I can easily roll either way. Just need to know by Friday mid-afternoon. Refreshments will keep until a more auspicious day if necessary.
I agree on the seasonal brutality. Ouch. Just make the call.
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The ice in those photos looks perfect, for a swim. Anyone have a sauna on a trailer?
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The ice in those photos looks perfect, for a swim. Anyone have a sauna on a trailer?
Yup thats that nasty grey late season ice. I know what that's like! ;D
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Me too! My experience did not involve a fishing rod, we had a sauna.
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I remember being on ice like that and 12 hours later it was open water. I will be catching Sturgeon about noon Saturday.
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Well guys, I’m thinking it’s not gonna happen. That ice is just looking rotten. This week’s 50 degree temps have been brutal!
It might be ok out in the ice but getting on and off the ice could be a problem, and you just never know. Not worth the risk.
There’s always next year! ::) ;D
Hope to see most of you out on the ice somewhere this season, maybe West or North. And plenty of open water time.
Maybe we can organize an open water gathering to mark the END of ice season this year? We’ll see.
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CANCELED!
Brutal! >:( ???
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Nooooo!
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Disappointing, but the right call. Sorry I won't be able to match sativas against Slayer. Mentally, I've been in the Spring state of mind for some weeks now anyway. Aggressive plans for
the lower Arkansas Valley waters. Might even do some travelling, health permitting. What's the warmwater equivalent to IceShanty?
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Disappointing, but the right call. Sorry I won't be able to match sativas against Slayer. Mentally, I've been in the Spring state of mind for some weeks now anyway. Aggressive plans for
the lower Arkansas Valley waters. Might even do some travelling, health permitting. What's the warmwater equivalent to IceShanty?
Yeah, last thing we need is for someone to take a dive. Well, it happens! This is just a crazy ice year. Shoulda had the gathering EARLY January. Live and learn! ::)
I'm still planning on icing more this season. I'll likely make a trip out to SP to see you, Stinky. And I'm planning to head to the frozen white North sometime soon! And open water season is just around the corner. I'm liking your talk of the Arkansas Valley, Stinky. Keep me in the loop for some plans.
Oh, and Open Water version of IceShanty is called MyFishFinder.com. But from what I gather, it's kind of a ghost town most of the year. If you want more of the daily banter, I'd check out ColoradoFisherman, although some of the riffraff can be annoying over there. ;D
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56 out there right now :'(, Thanks for the effort Nate!
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Bummer for sure - was hoping to meet a few of you guys.
Well I guess I’ll take my case of beer and cookies with me up to Antero
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Sorry again, guys --- yeah, I was looking forward to it as always. Like I mentioned, maybe we can do an end-of-season open water shore lunch to grill up some brats and have way too much beer. Just to shoot the breeze and hang out somewhere.
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No need to apologize but I’d down for sure.
In the market for a fishin boat and would like to pick some of the brains of boat owners.
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Well you could still meet up and tail gate in the tower parking lot. and tell all kinds of fishing and related stories.
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Well you could still meet up and tail gate in the tower parking lot. and tell all kinds of fishing and related stories.
True, Bud! ;D
Where will you be catching Sturgeon on Saturday?
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In the market for a fishin boat and would like to pick some of the brains of boat owners.
As they say, the two happiest days in a fisherman's life are the day he gets his boat and the day he sells it. Boats are one of those things where you learn the difference between what
you need versus what you wish you needed. What kind of fishing are you contemplating?
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you guys could go to bear creek lake the ice is still ok
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Bumma!