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by michael601
Tue Mar 15, 2016 3:10 pm
Forum: Boats, Motors, & Electronics
Topic: 12' bow VS 10' Jon Boat
Replies: 9
Views: 3819

12' bow VS 10' Jon Boat

I have a 12 foot / 53 inch wide boat with a pointed bow that I'm thinking of trading for a 10 foot / 51 inch wide Jon boat. I need a boat that's really light and easy to load in a pickup truck, but I've heard that Jon boats are tippy and could be unsafe in choppy water. Anyone have any experience wi...
by michael601
Wed Mar 02, 2016 9:47 am
Forum: Hunting Talk
Topic: Snowshoe Hare
Replies: 8
Views: 5085

Re: Snowshoe Hare

Thanks for all the advice. Finally did one after 30 minutes of following tracks. More than anything, I think it takes a lot of patience. Also, the more you hunt the buggers, the more experience you get. More experience = better hunter!
by michael601
Thu Feb 04, 2016 9:04 am
Forum: Hunting Talk
Topic: Snowshoe Hare
Replies: 8
Views: 5085

Snowshoe Hare

I've been out 5-6 times this winter trying to hunt snowshoe hares and rabbits, but no luck. I see their trails and pellets all over the place so I know they're around, but I haven't seen a single hare! I hunt alone, no dog, and I walk quietly through the bush, stopping every few few feet for a look ...
by michael601
Wed Jan 06, 2016 10:03 am
Forum: Hunting Talk
Topic: Stevens Model 58B 410 Bolt Action Shotgun
Replies: 3
Views: 3626

Stevens Model 58B 410 Bolt Action Shotgun

The magazine clip on my 410 is broken. Anyone know where I can get a clip for this 60+ year old shotgun? If not, does anyone know where I can buy a Mossberg or Stevens bolt action 410 or 20 gauge?
by michael601
Thu Jul 16, 2015 6:53 am
Forum: Fishing Talk
Topic: LaFrance Lake
Replies: 2
Views: 925

LaFrance Lake

Anybody know a way into Lafrance lake? In May I followed a road originating from the poweline to the east side of the lake and came to somebody's cottage so I left. Are there any trails or roads from the north, south or west?
by michael601
Tue Jun 09, 2015 7:23 am
Forum: Fishing Talk
Topic: Big Mair Lake Access?
Replies: 0
Views: 1286

Big Mair Lake Access?

Good day,
Anybody know if there is a road or trail to Big Mair Lake (just south of Mountain Chute Dam on the Madawaska). The only road leading to the lake has a barrier and No Trespass sign. Any other way in?
by michael601
Thu Jun 12, 2014 8:54 am
Forum: Fishing Talk
Topic: Closs Lake
Replies: 3
Views: 958

Re: Closs Lake

Thanks guys,
There is a trail from the powerline to the northern part of the lake. There is a hunt camp with a sign that says 'Clyde Lake Camp #13'. It looks to be on crown land but I wasnt sure. According to the map you provided it sure looks like crown land!
by michael601
Wed Jun 11, 2014 7:59 am
Forum: Fishing Talk
Topic: Closs Lake
Replies: 3
Views: 958

Closs Lake

Is there public access to Closs Lake (1 km N of Clyde Lake). There is a Hydro trail near the lake but I don't know if the area around the lake is crown land.
by michael601
Sun Nov 24, 2013 4:33 pm
Forum: Fishing Talk
Topic: Clyde Lake Hunt Club - Crown Land?
Replies: 0
Views: 1069

Clyde Lake Hunt Club - Crown Land?

There is a hunt camp (tin shack) near the hydro road about 200 meters east of Closs Lake (about 1200 meters NW of Clyde Lake) which is built on Crown Land. The sign on the camp says 'Clyde Lake Hunt Club Camp #13'. Anyone have any info on this? Is it some kind of crown concession, or is it an illega...
by michael601
Mon Nov 18, 2013 2:20 pm
Forum: Fishing Talk
Topic: Hand Winch
Replies: 2
Views: 701

Hand Winch

I'm looking for a hand winch/cable puller in case I ever get stuck in the middle of nowhere with my Tacoma. The ones they sell in the hardware stores, Home Depot, Canadian Tire etc look pretty flimsy. Does anyone know where they sell good quality hand winches in the 3 or 4-ton range in the Ottawa ar...
by michael601
Mon Sep 02, 2013 9:26 am
Forum: Fishing Talk
Topic: Lake Clear Whitefish
Replies: 2
Views: 710

Lake Clear Whitefish

Has anybody fished for Lake Whitefish at Lake Clear (15 km south of Eganville). Any hints on catching these in the Fall?
by michael601
Wed Aug 28, 2013 6:48 am
Forum: Fishing Talk
Topic: Hurds Lake Boat Launch
Replies: 1
Views: 2214

Hurds Lake Boat Launch

Good day. I've been trying to find a launch site on Hurds lake (south of Renfrew) for my 14' tinny. Anyone know where I can find a ramp or dirt/gravel site?

Thanks.
by michael601
Sun Oct 10, 2010 6:42 am
Forum: Boats, Motors, & Electronics
Topic: Hummingbird Fish Finder Problems
Replies: 3
Views: 1792

Hummingbird Fish Finder Problems

My new fish finder stopped working properly after my second time on the water. I've tried to programme it several times but the screen only displays the water temperature. The cable is still connected and there is nothing obstructing the sonar. Any suggestions?

Michael
by michael601
Sat Sep 25, 2010 7:16 am
Forum: Fishing Talk
Topic: Whitefish Spots On Ottawa River
Replies: 3
Views: 1372

Whitefish Spots On Ottawa River

Hello,
Anyone know of any good Whitefish spots in the area below Chats Falls (Fitzroy Harbour) and the Quyon Ferry?

Michael