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Ryan Devries
Wed Mar 10 11:56:44 | sounds good Harold we have had a great perch fishing out of holland the last few years and I think this would be a great way to take advantage of it.
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Harald Kronemeyer
Wed Mar 10 08:29:54 | I would be willing to do a perch tourny but I have tried in the past with no luck. But I think its a great idea. How about donating the perch to the mission or something. Im not sure how that works if we have to clean them first or what but I can find out.
Start getting the word out and lets see if we can put both tournys together. Sounds like fun to me.
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Darryl #1
Wed Mar 10 08:13:38 | I second the perch tournament, that would be a blast!
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Ian Ball
Wed Mar 10 06:57:28 | erv i will let my dad know we will probbaly be interested!
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Erv Deweerd
Wed Mar 10 06:41:31 | The annual Todd Farm cleanup will be Sat. April 17, from 8 until noon. There will be a free hot dog lunch following the cleanup. it will probably be wet and muddy so dress accordingly. Bags and pickup tongs will be provided. Take the kids and their friends for a good time and a good lunch. Meet at the Farm office at 8.
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Ryan Devries
Tue Mar 9 23:06:08 | I am thinking we should organize a perch fishing tournament this summer as well.We could do three man teams with the greatest combined weight being the winner and a side pot for the biggest fish.We could pay a portion to the winner and the rest to a desired charity.It would be a great way for all of us sportsman to come together and have some fun and help people in need.
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Darryl #1
Tue Mar 9 18:08:06 | I don't think people will be on Mac for long with the current weather forcast. I'm done ice fishing, not risking it with the weather.
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Harald Kronemeyer
Tue Mar 9 16:48:45 | Michael,
I thought you and Denise might like it. :) I talked to Mac baits today and they are willing to help as well. I think we can plan on it but please pass the word on. The more the better.
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Erv Deweerd
Tue Mar 9 16:18:00 | I saw 5 people fishing on Mac today, must be the perch are still biting.
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Dave VanderBok
Tue Mar 9 14:07:35 | thanks for the info. just startes lookn so maybe see ya soon.
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michael stitt
Tue Mar 9 11:48:54 | Harald, Denise and I think having a Stu Dewitt Memorial would be a FANTASTIC idea. Keep us posted. We will definitly be in.
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Scott Welsh
Tue Mar 9 11:03:53 | I've got a Mainstream Kingfish sit on top, just under 12' and 46lbs. I got it because it is fairly wide at 30" and pretty light. I like the sit on tops because you can jump right back on if you dump and don't have to worry about bailing. It's a low end boat but I have been using it on lakes, rivers and Lake M for 4-5yrs, haven't had a problem yet. I wear boot foot waders with a belt and a waterproof jacket this time of year to keep the cold water off. I also have a wetsuit but rarely use it. I am pretty careful about not going out in windy/wavy conditions on the big lake and I stay pretty close to shore. Look around the net for info about fishing kayaks, there are tons of reviews and suggestions. Get a good seat and paddle, that matters more than what kind of kayak
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Dave VanderBok
Tue Mar 9 01:36:46 | hey scott w
what size n kind of kayak do u have if u dont mind me asking. thought about getting one myself and do you wear a suit for this time of yr. thanks.
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Nathaniel Rodino
Mon Mar 8 17:35:56 | Rob my dad and I both obtained a turkey permit for the Guarantee season.
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Scott Achterhof
Mon Mar 8 17:12:23 | Harold, You know I'm always up for a opening tourney! I also do not know of any tourneys in the area. Keep me posted!
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Harald Kronemeyer
Mon Mar 8 17:00:23 | Sounds good Mark. I will contact you when we get a little closer I may pick your brain a little.
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mark van kampen
Mon Mar 8 15:19:31 | Harold,no tournys i know of on the west side.if there is anything i can help with let me know.
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Harald Kronemeyer
Mon Mar 8 13:45:56 | By the way if anyone is interested. I have a table that is 70"long by 32" wide. Its a fomica top. Its an old kitchen table with metal legs. I thought it would make a great cleaning or skinning table. If anyone is interested you may have it if you can pick it up. I hate throwing things away. Im cleaning the garage and I need it out. Let me know or call me. 616-291-2688
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Harald Kronemeyer
Mon Mar 8 13:41:46 | Travis we all know your always in for a donation. :) Mark its good to see your still around. Ya you are right I think we all miss Stu. I would love to see you come over to the west. Your always welcome. You might know is there any other area opening day tournys im conflicting with?
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mark van kampen
Mon Mar 8 10:58:57 | Harold,i thinkl i would even drive over from Lansing for a Stu Dewitt memorial tourny.he was a great man and a super fisherman.
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Travis Dorn
Mon Mar 8 10:49:36 | I'd be interested in the tourny harold..even though my money is more of just a donation to the winner. lol
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Rob Purt
Mon Mar 8 09:08:52 | Nate,
Did you get drawn for a turkey permit??
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Harald Kronemeyer
Mon Mar 8 08:51:17 | Hi Guys,
I've been thinking about spring fishing lately. I wonder why? lol We havent talked about an opening day tourny yet. I think it would be great to make it the Stu Dewitt memorial tournament. Im wondering what everyone thinks about it. Im willing to run one again I just enjoy it so im happy to do it. Does anyone know if there is another one out there? I knid of hate to compete with any local shops I dont want to take any busness away from them. But it always seems they never put it together. So lets get a pole going and see if its worth it. As before I think we need at least 10 2 man teams to make it worth it. It will only be $30-40 to enter. Just for fun on opening day.
let me know what everyone thinks and any shops out there let me know what your plans are as well.
Email me on my home address. kronemeyer@techgoal.com
Thanks,
Harald
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Scott Welsh
Sun Mar 7 11:28:00 | I fished about 3hrs, didn't find the plug they wanted for the first hour or so, so I would say from 4-6pm
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Nathaniel Rodino
Sun Mar 7 09:46:17 | Scott how long where you out there and roughly what time did you catch the fish?
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Scott Welsh
Sat Mar 6 22:21:12 | Trolled the Holland pier in the kayak from 3-6, went 3-4, 2 steelhead (8lb buck, 2lb hen), 12lb laker (released). All hits within 75yds. of the pier heads, deep Jr. thunderstick in firetiger. Still too much ice on Lake Mac to get a boat out from the launches. For you pier guys, north pier has room to fish on the outer edge, but lots of people walking around out there. South pier is mostly ice, but you could fish at the southeast corner of the outer pier. Water is crystal clear
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Kevin Essenburg
Sat Mar 6 19:11:03 | Bumper crop of boats on the K-zoo. Didn't miss that all winter. Ended up losing both steelies we hooked but did catch a nice brown.
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Charles Williamson
Sat Mar 6 08:10:33 | Ron : Sidedoor on M40- or outdoor fanatics on M40. Most tree tops or brush hold them at K-zoo- fish slow. Hooks and sinkers cost less than bobbers ! Got 12 yesterday no Walleye and landed 14 crappie last night with 3 Walleye, Good Luck
Willie
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dave simcik
Fri Mar 5 19:51:59 | anybody have a fishing report for the bubbler, lure selection and speed would be great,thanks
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ron schneider
Fri Mar 5 18:02:13 | Willie if thats ok, me too extended cab can u draw a picture. thinkin about going tomorrow morning but where to get minnows around there I know theres a place down by paw paw but thats a hike and a half it would be nice to learn river fishin for specks cause I"ll bet they are in most rivers
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Darryl #1
Wed Mar 3 20:53:02 | Getting the salmon gear ready... I think the hos down in St Joe will be on by the end of the month...
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Charles Williamson
Tue Mar 2 22:03:20 | I use dropper rig sinker on bottom- 18" up tie 3" double knot leader and bounce back slow- crappie will hit light- tree tops and tree's in water !
I drive Ford Ranger- Blue !
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ron schneider
Tue Mar 2 17:12:25 | Was just wondering when I was leaving there was a pick up with three guys in it coming down was one of you in it the guy in the middle was wearing a yellow sweat shirt would have like to stick around and get some schoolin
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ron schneider
Tue Mar 2 17:09:15 | I was at allegan sat. morn got nothing I was also wondering how to take the specks spent $25 on twister tails and lead heads and only lost $5 there was a fresh burn, how far down stream do u go not as far as the cussin guy at the bend I hope? he was in a boat but I can see floating betweem the tree tops any idea how deep it is there?
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dave smits
Mon Mar 1 14:47:19 | Are the Walleye and Crappie FAMISHED or have they VANISHED? :)
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Charles Williamson
Mon Mar 1 13:22:58 | Well crappie and Walleye have fanished ? No Walleye since last Thursday and only 2 crappie yesterday !! So much for enjoying the good weather- LOL
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Rob Purt
Mon Mar 1 07:21:54 | Well, so much for ice fishing on Pigeon Creek... The ice is gone. I did see a few empty trailers in the parking lot though.
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Scott Achterhof
Sun Feb 28 22:44:13 | Kevin yes the donations are high but the slabs are worth it! Just drift between the tree tops w/jig,minnow,bobber. So it's that simple!
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Kevin Essenburg
Sun Feb 28 19:28:27 | What's the trick for these crappie in the K-zoo? I get fishing the tree tops, but jigs / minnows / bobber or do you just cast into the tops and reel it back?
I'm guessing like everything else on the K-zoo that tackle donations area high.....
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Scott Achterhof
Sun Feb 28 09:10:50 | Willie, Thanks again for the info on the k-zoo, I had a great time down there Sat. took 7 crappies home and lost about 15 at the bank. Guess I will use a net next time! LOL!
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Jon Freriks
Sun Feb 28 08:56:23 | Warning the ice at the access on the North Side of Goshorn is no good!!
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Dave Ash
Sat Feb 27 17:53:35 | Charlie, dropped my phone in the drink email me your number!
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bill curnick
Sat Feb 27 16:06:28 | Anyone know if the launch at New Richmond is still iced up or not?
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Nathaniel Rodino
Sat Feb 27 13:50:23 | That was the best tasting meat...we need to get some more of that next year!
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Rob Purt
Fri Feb 26 07:43:32 | Actually, I was saying I was sorry for posting a non-current fishing story.
Nate-> Yes I casted just in front of the the ice ledge and just let it sit out there. That also gave me time to lean back an enjoy some smoked goose breast !
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Charles Williamson
Thu Feb 25 21:45:12 | Erv: Yes we have been catching a few pike while throwing twister tails for those eyes- got 1 pike yesterday4-5 lb- throw em back !
Ice: ? none down there- Good Luck
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HunterAlan Jachim
Thu Feb 25 21:19:48 | wow rob that is so good that you apologized i really appreciate it and i have a truck but i cant afford incurence till work starts up again
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Rob Purt
Thu Feb 25 15:53:13 | Sorry the bike comment reminded me of a fixture my buddy had in High School ( so many moons ago)... We had basically a side cart for a bike that you could put a canoe on pedal it to the lake ! That was a pretty slick set-up for people who liked to fish in the PM river !
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Rob Purt
Thu Feb 25 14:54:49 | Hunter -> Get a car or truck .. it helps. perhaps pedal a bike.
FYI: I caught two nice pike the other day by the boat launch by the power plant. I used sucker minnows under a large bobber and was casting off the rocks by the bridge into the open water. It felt good to actually cast a line!
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HunterAlan Jachim
Thu Feb 25 10:25:32 | yes thanks Charles i had plans to go on Saturday but my ride didn't call me this week so i don't have the chance to go catch my first walleye
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Erv Deweerd
Thu Feb 25 06:03:15 | Charles, anyone catching pike where you are fishing? How good is the ice near the open water?
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Charles Williamson
Wed Feb 24 23:22:21 | Thanks Brad:
Scott: YW caught 4 Walleye tonight all 4lbs up to 5 lbs all males and lost 2 others- Crappie have slowed down- but then again I have pulled over 30 from 2 spots. Will give them a few days and see if they pick back up !! Willie
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Scott Achterhof
Wed Feb 24 21:10:09 | Charles, Thank's for the info I appreciate you sharing where and what your using to put fish in the frying pan! thank you again and good luck out there maybe I'll see you out there this weekend.
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Nick Everse
Wed Feb 24 20:37:52 | I have the primos timber wench. I like it a lot and it is cheap. I am going to get an Echo brand call. I am thinking the Meat Hanger but it is quite expensive.
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Ian Ball
Wed Feb 24 18:37:32 | hey guys i just got into calling in the middle of 2009 and i have a wood duck call and a goose call and want to get a mallard duck call. anyone have a favorite easy to use call that your glad you bought? also where you bought it would help thanks.
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Jeff Gaul
Wed Feb 24 10:15:58 | Will do Jimmy! thanks
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Brad Orsted
Wed Feb 24 07:04:01 | Nice mess of Crappie charles!
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