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  1. LongLine
    IMO: The report estimates 17,400,000,000 alewives lakewide. Did some simple math and if correct then if 100,000,000 died off then only 0.57% died off. If the typical alewife was 4" long x 1" high x 1/4" thick, then it would occupy 0.00058 cu ft. and 100,000,000 would occupy 57,870 cu ft. or enough to fill over 80 large dump trucks (if laid out flat). Another way to look at it is if the typical boat is 20 ft long x 8 ft wide, it occupies a "boat patch" of 160 sq ft. The typical alewife occupies about 0.0278 sq ft. so 100,000,000 would fill a patch of 2,778,000 sq ft. (if floating side by side) or equivalent to approx. 17,300 boat patches. Another way of looking says that 100,000,000 4" fish laid end to end would stretch over 30 times the distance from Hamilton to Cape Vicent. Overall, 100,000,000 is a lot of fish, but a drop in the bucket compared to the estimated population. TO me the issue isn't the quantity of alewife but the health of them.
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    Lota - Thanx for posting. Brian W. - Great report! Thanx to you and crew for the hard work.
  3. LongLine
    ebay has a few listings. Crowleys has a parts diagram. Also, I'd ask on iboats.com.
  4. LongLine
    That is a great study and a really informative paper! Thanx for posting Brian. A lot of work and a Great job by all involved!
  5. LongLine
    yes. I remember the flutter chucks from years ago.
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    2 oz is not a problem for any rod. If 2 oz broke your previous rod trolling, then that rod was defective. A 2 oz Keel sinker should typically take your lure down 18-20 ft at 50 ft behind the boat. (obviously speed dependent too) If you're asking about the planner that I'm thinking you are, it'll pull a lot harder than a 2 oz weight. The numbers/ratings on a rod generally refer to the setup for the best casting. One very rarely casts when trolling. Rather the lure's action is checked at the side of the boat and then line is let out. Unlike fly fishing where the rod and the line are most important, when trolling the reel and line are most important. The reel must have a smooth and adjustable drag. Daredevils can be great lures. When casting you can make it do almost anything. i.e raise & lower rod tip, reel fast-reel slow, jerk the rod tip, etc. When trolling the action is determined by the boat speed. If too fast all it'll do is spin. generally, the slower, the better. Put boat in neutral and let it flutter down once in a while. If not using a rod holder and holding rod in your hand, then every once in a while, move the rod tip towards the bow then back towards the stern. You can add a split ring if you want but 3/4 oz is fairly heavy and unknown if you'll gain anything with it. It's not a flutter spoon. Daredevil used to make flutter spoons that were specifically designed for trolling. Only problem was if a pike hits any flutter spoon, it'll get destroyed. If you're worried about a single vs treble, they're easy enough to change. I'd advise if it has a #2 treble, then use a #3 or even #4 single hook on it. Good luck
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    How heavy a weight are you using as a "trolling weight?"
  8. LongLine
    Keeping fingers crossed for you and your team Brian. I always look forward to reading that survey. It's been one of the best written reports every year.
  9. LongLine
    Better to silently memorize his badge number and be real nice. No officer wants his photo taken. Do that & he'll go over your boat and all equipment with a fine-tooth comb. It's better to get a warning than a fine for minor things.
  10. LongLine
    Is Bryce still in business? (West Ridge Rd area)
  11. LongLine
    Sounds like fuel to me. After I made sure spark was ok, I'd pump a little gas off the bottom of the gas tank to make sure there is any "crud" in tank. (Any bouncing of the boat would send it right into fuel line) Then I'd check the stuff mentioned in this article. 4 Most Common Problems With Evinrude E Tec & Possible Fix
  12. LongLine
    Yes, water chestnut. (Last page of aquatic plants) DEC Prohibited and Regulated Invasive Plants
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    Loss of habitat is a key driver in reduced numbers of species worldwide. A scientific approach would be beneficial however the current admin is definitely not big on science. Refer back to first post in this thread. "Harm" in the Endangered Specie Act now means can't directly hurt the "animal" but perfectly okay to destroy its habitat. There are plenty of trees on private lands that the loggers can go after. The gov't will get pennies on the dollar for these trees, hence just a money grab for some. Anyone who thinks this will make lumber, furniture or toilet paper cheaper is living in "alternate reality." 25% of 16,000 acres is 4,000 acres. The Genny will never recover from the logging that happened along its banks over 150 yrs ago.
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    That's what it's really all about. Scr*w the environment, make some bucks.
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    Loggers don't take the diseased or bug-ridden trees. Hardwood forests need to be left alone.
  16. LongLine
    Here's another boner, but closer to home: Logging increase in Finger Lakes National Forest. Between Seneca & Cayuga) Trump order would open New York’s only national forest to increased logging - syracuse.com
  17. LongLine
    Definitely have a pro look at it. If the smell is ONLY coming thru the filter and only after its run for a while, then its running with a little too much fuel. My guess (and only a guess) is that a fuel injector isn't closing properly. DITTO HB2: Have a professional look at it.
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    What's the engine?
  19. LongLine
    The scientific guiding principle to stocking is to balance the Predator-Prey relationship. It has nothing to do with stocking where natural repro happens. Nat repro happens on the SR but the SR is still stocked. DEC also wants to provide opportunity for the stakeholders, both trib & open water. This year (2025) 13,300 Browns were stocked in Irond Creek at 7 places and 141,000 Browns were stocked in the lake off Monroe County at 3 places. The overall goal for the lake is 480,000 Browns. Browns going in the creek are larger than those that go in the lake. ( 9-15" vs 8" respectively.) Hatcheries can produce much more than 480K so it has nothing to do with making up "shortfall." https://dec.ny.gov/things-to-do/freshwater-fishing/stocking/spring-trout-stocking/monroe-county "Wood is good'" Yeah right...until you hit some and knock the heck out of your prop or lower unit!
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    YAY!
  21. LongLine
    You can't go wrong with Hank.
  22. LongLine
    For now, the more obstacles in the carp's way the better!
  23. LongLine
    FINALLY! Administration has committed, late Friday, to pay federal share to keep Asian Carp out of Great Lakes. Great Lakes' $7 billion fishing industry fights invasive carp | AP News
  24. LongLine
    The distraction of old news that'll never fly won't cut it. Good try though.
  25. LongLine
    They would if it really lowered taxes for the people. Read the actual proposal! It extends the tax rate we've been paying and opens up more loopholes for his "buddies." Going to buy a Rolls with your refund? or a couple of fishing lures? or a couple of "barbie dolls" ? (On the black market.) Back to thread topic: I hope everyone has sent an email or 2 to their congressman/woman about USGS.
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