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Fishing Talk / Red Crab
« on: April 17, 2024, 08:05:06 PM »
The Red Crab are starting to show, it's going to get good.
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Fishing Talk / Record Striper
« on: April 16, 2024, 08:12:08 AM »
I forgot to mention that right before we got to Lake Skinner last week, someone caught the Record Striper..... 33 Pounds. I was talking with one of the local fisherman that keeps his boat there and fishes the lake on a regular basis, he showed me a pic of the fish. The guy that caught it was in a canoe, can you imagine the sleigh ride ? The fish died and wasn't able to be released but I bet there are a few more Monsters in there, it's a good sized lake.
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Outdoor Activities / Bad Pig On Spring Break
« on: April 14, 2024, 08:04:14 PM »
Max and Myles were on Spring Break all last week so it was a good time to get Bad Pig and The Rig away for 4 days. Tuesday was hook up and pack day. Mongo knew what was up too.
Got to our spot and set up Shop, they wasted no time heading for the lake !
I took off on my bike to find them, I knew they were close
Yep, here they are
They were on the fish and I was glad, I used a rod for a bit and caught a few, then went to check out the other Boat Ramp and other areas too. The mountains we capped with snow still.
Janie came Thursday morning and joined the adventure, The Hearse and Bad Pig need a bath !
More fishing proved to be very productive, they couldn't miss, bass and trout were on the Chew !!
The average was about 40 fish a day and an appetite was worked up after fishing for a few hours so Chicken Kabobs on the BBQ the first night, then Tri-Tip and Ribs went on the Smoker.
Breakfast Burritos in the morning to fuel all the fishing.
The weather was 86 degrees the first 2 days then cooled off and got cloudy but still relaxing. Janie was enjoying the peace and quiet.
In between fishing there was a few things that needed to be done, like cleaning the windows, oh boy !
It was nice to see the water level was up and it was great to check out all the different beaches.
It was non stop catching and we did save a few, Max gutted and cleaned them at the lake.
The bass were feisty and even found a Bluegill in the mix. These trout were jumpers too
Saturday was only in the 60's, layer up and keep fishing !!
After 150+ fish and clouds getting darker, we called it for the weekend. Got back to the rig just as it started to rain. Watched some TV and Sunday morning we packed up and came home. Hookup Baits (1/16 Oz.) were the hot ticket this trip, they got destroyed and only lasted about 5 fish before having to switch baits.
Hope this is the end of the rain, The Cyclops needs some action now !!
Got to our spot and set up Shop, they wasted no time heading for the lake !
I took off on my bike to find them, I knew they were close
Yep, here they are
They were on the fish and I was glad, I used a rod for a bit and caught a few, then went to check out the other Boat Ramp and other areas too. The mountains we capped with snow still.
Janie came Thursday morning and joined the adventure, The Hearse and Bad Pig need a bath !
More fishing proved to be very productive, they couldn't miss, bass and trout were on the Chew !!
The average was about 40 fish a day and an appetite was worked up after fishing for a few hours so Chicken Kabobs on the BBQ the first night, then Tri-Tip and Ribs went on the Smoker.
Breakfast Burritos in the morning to fuel all the fishing.
The weather was 86 degrees the first 2 days then cooled off and got cloudy but still relaxing. Janie was enjoying the peace and quiet.
In between fishing there was a few things that needed to be done, like cleaning the windows, oh boy !
It was nice to see the water level was up and it was great to check out all the different beaches.
It was non stop catching and we did save a few, Max gutted and cleaned them at the lake.
The bass were feisty and even found a Bluegill in the mix. These trout were jumpers too
Saturday was only in the 60's, layer up and keep fishing !!
After 150+ fish and clouds getting darker, we called it for the weekend. Got back to the rig just as it started to rain. Watched some TV and Sunday morning we packed up and came home. Hookup Baits (1/16 Oz.) were the hot ticket this trip, they got destroyed and only lasted about 5 fish before having to switch baits.
Hope this is the end of the rain, The Cyclops needs some action now !!
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General Board / Bored on a Saturday
« on: March 16, 2024, 10:10:57 PM »
Wasn't much to do since all the rain so we made a last minute decision to have lunch at Bass Pro. The decision was made at 11am and the boys were just crawling out of their room and looked like showers were not going to happen in a timely manner so Janie and I said C-Ya ! We got to Bass Pro about 1pm so the lunch crowd was thinning out at the Restaurant, perfect ! Calamari and Fries hit the spot, time to shop.
I get '' The Look'' every time we walk by this
Gotta appreciate the artwork in the Bathrooms
After picking up our Fishing Licenses we just did a casual browsing session, not in a hurry for anything and just enjoying the place.
Only dumped a few hundred bucks this visit so I got off easy, can't complain Grabbed a few misc. items and made our way home. It was perfect timing as we walked in the house it started raining pretty good.
My Bounty
I hear the new Bass Pro is having a Grand Opening in Irvine next weekend, looks like we will be doing another Lunch Date to check it out, I sure hope this rain is on it's way out as I am ready for some warmer weather with plenty of SUNSHINE !!!
I get '' The Look'' every time we walk by this
Gotta appreciate the artwork in the Bathrooms
After picking up our Fishing Licenses we just did a casual browsing session, not in a hurry for anything and just enjoying the place.
Only dumped a few hundred bucks this visit so I got off easy, can't complain
Grabbed a few misc. items and made our way home. It was perfect timing as we walked in the house it started raining pretty good. My Bounty
I hear the new Bass Pro is having a Grand Opening in Irvine next weekend, looks like we will be doing another Lunch Date to check it out, I sure hope this rain is on it's way out as I am ready for some warmer weather with plenty of SUNSHINE !!!
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General Board / Hard To Believe
« on: March 13, 2024, 06:42:40 PM »
That was fast, March 11Th was 2 years ago we picked up The Cyclops from the Dealer. It was tough waiting for the boat to be built to our Specs. which only took 6 months but it seemed much longer at the time. Looking forward to another great season fishing the local waters with friends and family !
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Outdoor Activities / Bad Pig Went East
« on: February 25, 2024, 09:10:01 PM »
Well, it's been a while since we camped in the desert and the kids wanted to try out their motorcycles before the end of the season. Let's get packing, but first I had to get the rear dual tire fixed, it decides to go flat the day before we leave 
Luckily it was just an O-ring on the valve stem. Bad Pig is showing it's age 
Made it to Ocotillo Wells, time to unpack and set up shop
Our neighbors joined us as well
Aaron showed up on Saturday morning, all my boys were here
We all went for multiple rides and did a 12 mile trek thru the desert to The Blu In Cafe for an ice cream and T-shirts
Max and Myles did great on their bikes
Tacos Friday night
Tri Tip Saturday night
The weather was awesome and the sunsets were very cool
Cool moon too
Saw some cool stuff in the Info Center, thought about Tom while checking out the exhibit
Mongo was happy to see us
PCS Show is around the corner
Luckily it was just an O-ring on the valve stem. Bad Pig is showing it's age Made it to Ocotillo Wells, time to unpack and set up shop
Our neighbors joined us as well
Aaron showed up on Saturday morning, all my boys were here
We all went for multiple rides and did a 12 mile trek thru the desert to The Blu In Cafe for an ice cream and T-shirts
Max and Myles did great on their bikes
Tacos Friday night
Tri Tip Saturday night
The weather was awesome and the sunsets were very cool
Cool moon too
Saw some cool stuff in the Info Center, thought about Tom while checking out the exhibit
Mongo was happy to see us
PCS Show is around the corner
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General Board / Bart Hall Del Mar
« on: February 17, 2024, 06:36:12 PM »
Took my Dad to the show at Del Mar today and had a look. It was way smaller than The Long Beach Show and pretty slow I must say 
Seemed like the Vibe/ Excitement was missing for some reason, maybe cause I just went I guess. Anyways, I picked up a few more shirts and Another reel Got a free shirt with the reel and free line when I take it to Turner's. We made a few laps thru the place and since my Dad is 80, he was wearing out fast and he was ready to call it a day just before noon so we headed home
$12 Shirts
Reel
PCS Show next month
Seemed like the Vibe/ Excitement was missing for some reason, maybe cause I just went I guess. Anyways, I picked up a few more shirts and Another reel Got a free shirt with the reel and free line when I take it to Turner's. We made a few laps thru the place and since my Dad is 80, he was wearing out fast and he was ready to call it a day just before noon so we headed home $12 Shirts
Reel
PCS Show next month
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General Board / Time Goes By
« on: February 02, 2024, 09:03:22 AM »
Well, this Pic showed up as a memory on my Timeline and I just couldn't believe it was 18 years ago 
My best friend and I grew up together fishing The Sierras since the early 70's and here we are in 2006 just having a blast.
He past away in 2015 from Cancer but I still cherish the memories we had together as we scouted those mountain streams. The best part is I have taken all 3 of my boys up there since they were born and they have the passion for the area as well We still fish the same area as the Pic and I know my buddy Jim is there with us
Be safe out there in all this rain
My best friend and I grew up together fishing The Sierras since the early 70's and here we are in 2006 just having a blast. He past away in 2015 from Cancer but I still cherish the memories we had together as we scouted those mountain streams. The best part is I have taken all 3 of my boys up there since they were born and they have the passion for the area as well
We still fish the same area as the Pic and I know my buddy Jim is there with us Be safe out there in all this rain
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General Board / Bart Hall
« on: January 28, 2024, 06:30:27 PM »
Went to Long Beach to check it out, got free tickets so why not ? Was in the market for a few things but held off on a couple even though there were some good deals Grabbed a few shirts and a Gaff for The Cyclops Hung out with a buddy and the Family too, it was a good day but I am thankful I live where I do because City Traffic sucks A$$
The Gaff
Cheesy People Pics
Del Mar Show then PCS Show, gotta find a few more things
Was in the market for a few things but held off on a couple even though there were some good deals Grabbed a few shirts and a Gaff for The Cyclops Hung out with a buddy and the Family too, it was a good day but I am thankful I live where I do because City Traffic sucks A$$The Gaff
Cheesy People Pics
Del Mar Show then PCS Show, gotta find a few more things
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General Board / Project Handrail
« on: January 21, 2024, 06:49:52 PM »
Since I finished the railing around the stairs it was a good day to install the handrail After we got home from breakfast in Escondido, I hopped in the Jeep and headed back down the hill to Home Depot to get supplies after a few brainstorms and calculations Slapped the parts together and with a little help from the boys, we managed to get it done
From the bottom going up
Top going down
Be safe out there
After we got home from breakfast in Escondido, I hopped in the Jeep and headed back down the hill to Home Depot to get supplies after a few brainstorms and calculations Slapped the parts together and with a little help from the boys, we managed to get it done From the bottom going up
Top going down
Be safe out there
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Food & Recipe / Patio Ribs
« on: January 20, 2024, 06:43:15 AM »
It's been a while since I busted out the Cast Iron and Max requested some Dutch Oven Ribs for dinner, so I grabbed the 14 incher and got busy. I cut up 2 packs of Baby Backs, seasoned them up and strategically put them in
This Dutch Oven doesn't fit on my stand so I had to put a tray on it to make it work. The stand is made for 12'' and smaller Coals on top and bottom, good to go
Cut up some potatoes and made Fries too
Mongo was supervising
A little over an hour and it was Chow Time I managed to get 1, the rest were polished off by the rest of the Clan
Looks like rain is on the way, be safe out there !
This Dutch Oven doesn't fit on my stand so I had to put a tray on it to make it work. The stand is made for 12'' and smaller
Coals on top and bottom, good to go Cut up some potatoes and made Fries too
Mongo was supervising
A little over an hour and it was Chow Time
I managed to get 1, the rest were polished off by the rest of the Clan Looks like rain is on the way, be safe out there !
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General Board / Mezzanine
« on: January 15, 2024, 06:34:03 PM »
I finally got around to putting the safety rail around the stairwell opening, it was sketchy walking around up there and moving storage bins around with a hole in the floor
Yesterday I installed the 4x4 posts, had to quit as my shoulder could take no more
Today I finished installing the 2x4's and the shoulder is TOAST again
Now I just need to install a handrail for the stairs as they are pretty steep
At least my fishing gear is organized
I need another rack
Hope everyone had a good 3 day weekend
Yesterday I installed the 4x4 posts, had to quit as my shoulder could take no more
Today I finished installing the 2x4's and the shoulder is TOAST again
Now I just need to install a handrail for the stairs as they are pretty steep
At least my fishing gear is organized
I need another rack
Hope everyone had a good 3 day weekend
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Freshwater Shore Fishing Reports / Secret Ponds
« on: January 14, 2024, 07:25:00 PM »
Max and Myles hit their Secret Spot today and scratched a few players, I stayed home and worked on my Mezzanine railing
The water looks a bit dirty from the rain but they said they could see bottom
The water looks a bit dirty from the rain but they said they could see bottom
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General Board / PT
« on: January 11, 2024, 07:43:36 AM »
PT on my shoulder is going OK I guess Pretty tender still and range of motion isn't 100% (to be expected) but I am seeing progress. Hopefully I will be healed in time for the the 2024 Fishing Season. In the meantime I seem to be finding myself either at Bass Pro, Turners or some local Tackle Shops to get my fix Looking forward to The Bat Fight as well, need some new shirts Be safe out there, the water is gnarly right now
Pretty tender still and range of motion isn't 100% (to be expected) but I am seeing progress. Hopefully I will be healed in time for the the 2024 Fishing Season. In the meantime I seem to be finding myself either at Bass Pro, Turners or some local Tackle Shops to get my fix Looking forward to The Bat Fight as well, need some new shirts Be safe out there, the water is gnarly right now
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General Board / BPS
« on: December 29, 2023, 07:32:54 AM »
Looks like it is going to be a Bass Pro Shops kind of day. Lunch at the restaurant and then taking a peek around to see what catches my eye Hope everyone has a safe weekend and a Happy New Year
Hope everyone has a safe weekend and a Happy New Year