Jimmyi

Thanks Bill. Congratulations to Rob and crew!!

Does anyone have the results of the Sandy Creek Shootout?

Are you talking about the old Seth Green Rigs guys used to use years ago before downriggers? I have close to a hundred of the original silver plated Suttons some of them have never been used all different sizes. I was going to put them in a display case like the one they used to have in the Sutton store front window back in the 60's.

Maybe some people, including those that have boating for years will learn proper ramp etiquette. Like untying their their boat straps and loading and all their equipment from their vehicle into the boat in the parking lot prior to launching. Don't you love it when people decide to sit on the ramp for fifteen minutes and load their equipment into their boats or when you are waiting in the water along with five other boats waiting to come in while someone is transferring their equipment back into their vehicle instead of pulling ahead and let other boaters pull in to the ramp. Some people don't think or they just don't care.

He always had a smile on his face every time I saw him. He was a great guy.

SOLD

I have a new Shark 12 pound chrome downrigger weight that has never been used. It's been sitting in the garage for the last 10 years. I'm clearing things out. $75.00 Brockport, NY Jim

I have a brand new Okuma Solterra SLR-50L that has never been used. I'm asking $200.00. Jim

I have a brand new still in the package Lindy drift sock. It is the magnum series complete with a harness buoy and dump line kit. I am asking $100.00 firm. I'm in the Brockport, NY area. Jim (585) 734-0436

I have 2 Brand new Big Jon otter boards. They have never been in the water. I am asking $130.00 each firm. I'm in the Brockport, NY area. Jim (585) 734-0436 .

The boat was sold this morning.

Thanks, I'm going to miss it but I just don't have the time anymore. I put a lot of money in this boat and I'll probably regret selling it.

Selling my Thompson boat. Boat and trailer are in excellent condition. Trailer is a dual axle 2008 Ventura. Includes (4) Cannon Stainless STX-TS Magnum 10 downriggers, (13) Bert's rod holders, (2) 24" tracks, (10) rod rocket launcher, Marine radio, 2 Great Lakes planers with 2 rod trees with 3 adjustable rod holders on each, a washdown hose, drop curtain, cooler, AM-FM radio, Fish Hawk, compass, Garmin Echo Map SV sonar and a Garmin GPS model 126. This boat has a ten foot beam and is a very deep boat. It has a 454 Mercruiser with Bravo two stern drive. The stringers have been replaced. This boat has been meticulously maintained by professional at East Fork Marine. The boat is in the water but will be coming out soon. This boat is in Hamlin, New York. It is a very nice boat but I just don't have the time to use it. Asking 15,500.00 or best offer Jim (585) 734-0436

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I started out as an observer in the tournaments, and I was blessed to able to meet some of the finest captains on the lake and to be able to fish with them. I know many captains from Niagara to Oswego and also Canada that I have fished with, gone out to dinner with and just spent time talking fishing. I am personal friends with a lot of these guys. I've been a member of LOTSA for 16 years. I have only missed one Salmon School that LOTSA puts on since they started at the old 4H building. If there was ever a trout/salmon seminar whether it was at LOTSA, Dan Keating Salmon School, Gander Mountain, Cabela's, Erie and Western New York Sportsman Shows, Bass Pro or any other place, I would be there with my notebook taking notes and asking a lot of questions. Just like you, I remember struggling when I first started out and a great fisherman, Curt Meddaugh from LOTSA who passed away used to tell me, "Just hang in there, it will come". Like Keith {Gator} and Brian {Gambler} said, go on a charter with a good captain who will share tips. Watch their videos on YouTube. Pay attention to details. Get some books or videos by Dan Keating. Go back to all of the old post on LOU in the Questions about Trout and Salmon Trolling, Fishing Reports and Tackle and Techniques sections. Join a club, LOTSA {Lake Ontario Trout and Salmon Anglers}, ELOTSA {Eastern Lake Ontario Trout and Salmon Anglers}, LOCBA {Lake Ontario Charter Boat Association} and go to their meetings and seminars. Sign up early when it is posted for the LOTSA Salmon School at the Greater Niagara Fishing Expo because it sells out. Start putting a little money aside now because you may want to spend a couple extra days at the hotels and go to the seminars on Thursday and Friday before the school. You're going to find some good deals on tackle also. A lot of great captains will be sharing information and tips. And like what Brian said, you will pick up the fine details that do make a difference. "Just hang in there". One more tip, if you're married, don't let your wife know how much you spend on fishing tackle and equipment.

My daughter sent me this

Folks, 42 guys had already signed up the within first nine hours that the school sign up started. You have three of the best fisherman on the lake teaching this school who are not afraid to share their secrets and help people catch fish. This school is going to fill up fast so don't wait and then regret that you didn't sign up in time. I don't care if you have 30 years of experience fishing Lake O, you will still learn something new from these guys.