Presque Isle question.
MuskyHopeful
Posted 10/19/2006 12:19 PM (#215767)
Subject: Presque Isle question.





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Location: Brookfield, WI
Who's excited?

Kevin

Cold Plan


Edited by MuskyHopeful 10/19/2006 12:20 PM
Shep
Posted 10/19/2006 12:22 PM (#215769 - in reply to #215767)
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Not til next Thursday!
EA
Posted 10/19/2006 12:38 PM (#215771 - in reply to #215767)
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Believe it or not, I am nervous more than anything right now...

Mostly it's because I only have about half the warm clothes I'm going to need for the trip right now, and my rods, reels, tools, and tackle are scattered between the trunk of my car, my truck, my garage, and my basement. (I gotta get a boat so I have someplace to put all my musky stuff, how sad is that?)

Make a Plan
Buy more clothes
Make a List
Pack

Then I'll feel better

In preparation for the trip I decided to take tomorrow off work, and spend it getting my lures/rods/reels/etc all organized and figure out what I'm going to take up to PI.

Then a buddy called and asked if I wanted to drive up to WI and fish Friday. Then another buddy called and reminded me that we're fishing Saturday.

Too busy fishing to get ready for a fishing trip?? LOL





esoxaddict
Posted 10/19/2006 12:40 PM (#215773 - in reply to #215767)
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Think Chad Cain's garage...

(if you've seen the badfish videos you'll know what I mean)

Edited by esoxaddict 10/19/2006 12:43 PM
Gander Mt Guide
Posted 10/19/2006 12:43 PM (#215774 - in reply to #215767)
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Location: Waukesha & Land O Lakes, WI
Anybody going to be up in that area this weekend?? I'm heading up to my place tomorrow. I'm stoked. I bought a new bike today on my lunch hour for Sweetest Day...I'm the Sweetest, so I deserve a present....and am going up fishing tomorrow!!


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epetro
Posted 10/19/2006 1:08 PM (#215776 - in reply to #215774)
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Location: Northwest Chicago suburbs
nice new rig "sweetie" Where do you mount the rod holders?
See ya up nort.
epetro
Posted 10/19/2006 1:21 PM (#215780 - in reply to #215767)
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Location: Northwest Chicago suburbs
Nice ride. Bad thing about getting it this late in the season is the limited road time. When I bought my boat during the month of February I swear I practically slept in it for a month and a half before I had the chance to put it out on the water.
Gander Mt Guide
Posted 10/19/2006 1:24 PM (#215782 - in reply to #215767)
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Location: Waukesha & Land O Lakes, WI
I know what you mean...to resist the temptation and late night "garage rides" in January....its staying at the shop where I'm buying it from.
jonnysled
Posted 10/19/2006 1:27 PM (#215784 - in reply to #215767)
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Location: minocqua, wi.
grab a rod, 3 baits and a jacket ea .... you'll be fine. oh, and a case of beer.
epetro
Posted 10/19/2006 1:31 PM (#215787 - in reply to #215767)
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Location: Northwest Chicago suburbs
If you question "going up this weekend" is in reference to PI, then yes. I'm leaving Chicago Saturday at 4 am and expect to be out on the water by 1:00. I will be up there when your caravan arrives Wednesday but unfortunately I have to head back home on Friday so I can pack and get on a flight to China on Sunday.
bnelson
Posted 10/19/2006 1:31 PM (#215788 - in reply to #215767)
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EA just bring your glider collection. That is alllll you need up there! hah!

and 2 cases of beer.
esoxaddict
Posted 10/19/2006 1:35 PM (#215790 - in reply to #215767)
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If I bring all my gliders and a beer for each glider I can stay drunk for 4 days!

And get a bunch of follows

My gliders should work better since I named them all Nelson...
lambeau
Posted 10/19/2006 1:40 PM (#215792 - in reply to #215767)
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i heard that Team Putahorseshoeupmybutt is only going to be using gliders from EA's collection on Saturday...while drinking 2 cases of beer.
are the rumors true? is that your secret technique?

excited for next week? YES.
after picking Sorno up at the airport on Tuesday, i'm rushing to the doctor to listen to our coming baby's heartbeat for the first time, then pretending to sleep for a few hours before rushing up north to stay toasty warm while on the water for the next 6 days of fishing!

countdown: T - 5 days, 16 hours...
Gander Mt Guide
Posted 10/19/2006 1:42 PM (#215793 - in reply to #215767)
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Location: Waukesha & Land O Lakes, WI
Through many years of trial and error, fishing followed by drinking, up in Vilas County. I've found that Southern Comfort Old Fashions are the way to go as fas as overall drinking quality. Beer may be the quick N easy route, but there's nothing more enjoyable than peering out at nature over the top of a 20oz glass of pure Heaven. Yes, your vision may be blurred after a couple...but that's ok, because you'll be sipping on the Nectar of the Gods. (HINT: Add a drop of Maple Syrup)

Edited by Gander Mt Guide 10/19/2006 1:43 PM
bnelson
Posted 10/19/2006 1:44 PM (#215794 - in reply to #215767)
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IF we drank 2 cases of beer and used EA's gliders that is about the only way Team WishTheyHadAHorseshoeUpTheirButt is going to win.....

No gliders will be thrown by us next weekend....we might drink some beer, but not 2 cases...

No secret techniques by this team...grandmas, dawgs and suckers will get the job done.
Slamr
Posted 10/19/2006 1:46 PM (#215796 - in reply to #215767)
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after picking Sorno up at the airport on Tuesday, i'm rushing to the doctor to listen to our coming baby's heartbeat for the first time, then pretending to sleep for a few hours before rushing up north to stay toasty warm while on the water for the next 6 days of fishing!


Hilarious...I have this vision of you guys dressed in your cold weather gear, huddled around the ultrasound, with Sorno cheering you both on.
esoxaddict
Posted 10/19/2006 1:52 PM (#215798 - in reply to #215767)
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I'm envisioning Kevin standing in his cabin in all that stuff he bought thinking "$^%&, now how do I get through the door?"

Speaking of that, where is hopeful today?
epetro
Posted 10/19/2006 1:52 PM (#215799 - in reply to #215767)
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Location: Northwest Chicago suburbs
Ditto on the old fashions. Especially after a coooold day on the water. Muskie fishing, followed by a hot meal at Skyview, after dinner drink, watch the World Series, wake up the next morning and fish some more.
Is this heaven?
bnelson
Posted 10/19/2006 1:53 PM (#215800 - in reply to #215767)
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I envision all you guys at Skyview smackin Kevin around like Elaine and Seinfeld smacking George in his Puffy Jacket!
tuffy1
Posted 10/19/2006 1:56 PM (#215802 - in reply to #215767)
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Location: Racine, Wi
Mom, I think I need some more Malt-o-meal.
esoxaddict
Posted 10/19/2006 1:57 PM (#215803 - in reply to #215767)
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I'm actually thinkin he's probably gonna be the guy who gets the biggest fish of the trip
Crash_McGolden
Posted 10/19/2006 2:01 PM (#215806 - in reply to #215767)
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Location: NW burbs of Chicago
I'm thinking Kevin better lock up his cold-weather gear, because it's going to be highly coveted up there when it's cold, windy and rainy, and the tough guys are going to come looking for it.
bnelson
Posted 10/19/2006 2:05 PM (#215808 - in reply to #215767)
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I have been there for it...it's quite good...but the food at Skyview is just as good or better..they give you a ton of food for the price...
great pizza at Skyview as well...
Gander Mt Guide
Posted 10/19/2006 2:06 PM (#215809 - in reply to #215767)
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Location: Waukesha & Land O Lakes, WI
I'm looking forward to meeting the folks at Sky View. I too have heard the pizza is outstanding.
epetro
Posted 10/19/2006 2:09 PM (#215810 - in reply to #215767)
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Location: Northwest Chicago suburbs
Birch Lake Lodge serves up a good meal. Good place to go on Tuesdays (Mexican night) when Skyview is closed.
ghoti
Posted 10/19/2006 2:20 PM (#215811 - in reply to #215767)
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Location: Stevens Point, Wi.
Like the catsup/ketchup commercial----ANTICAPATION
MuskieMike
Posted 10/19/2006 2:40 PM (#215813 - in reply to #215767)
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Location: Des Moines IA
I hjave already began filling the Lakewood for the PI trip ... All I can say is WOW is it heavy ... all the gliders, and Mag Dawgs in there have to add up to 30 lbs. ......
lambeau
Posted 10/19/2006 2:51 PM (#215817 - in reply to #215767)
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gliders are good for follows.
perhaps you might even have The Best Follow Ever.

also...i'm bringing a couple sets of poker chips if anyone want to play in the evenings.
Slamr
Posted 10/19/2006 2:51 PM (#215819 - in reply to #215767)
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Location: Northwest Chicago Burbs
Did someone say...poker tourney?
Gander Mt Guide
Posted 10/19/2006 3:36 PM (#215825 - in reply to #215767)
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Location: Waukesha & Land O Lakes, WI
I played in a poker game at Rick Hess' house last December. His 620 RCL Ranger will never be the same, nor the tree next to his driveway.

I'll stick to drinking, not pokering.

Edited by Gander Mt Guide 10/19/2006 3:37 PM
MuskyHopeful
Posted 10/19/2006 3:50 PM (#215830 - in reply to #215767)
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Location: Brookfield, WI
I'm excited, too.

EA, I had to work a little today. A man can't feed his family and buy bags full of Fleece and Poly Pro.

Kevin

Cold Plan.

Edited by MuskyHopeful 10/19/2006 3:52 PM
jonnysled
Posted 10/19/2006 4:15 PM (#215836 - in reply to #215767)
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Location: minocqua, wi.
my life's a gamble ... but, any euchre players?
lambeau
Posted 10/19/2006 5:32 PM (#215853 - in reply to #215767)
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euchre good.
Pointerpride102
Posted 10/19/2006 5:35 PM (#215854 - in reply to #215767)
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Location: The desert
Playing some eucher tonight.....unfortunately I wont be at the outing.


Mike
Magruter
Posted 10/19/2006 5:35 PM (#215855 - in reply to #215767)
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Location: Madison, WI
Euchre/poker; w/e i'll bring some decks of cards and chips. Just got over 100 decks from hochunk
CiscoKid
Posted 10/19/2006 8:05 PM (#215892 - in reply to #215767)
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Location: Oconto Falls, WI
I won't be there for the outing, but can feel the excitement you guys are feeling. In fact, I'll be giving those fish a sore mouth before you all get there. A few of us will be staying on P.I. Lake until Monday, and spending some time around the cabin on Tues. I figured I better hit it before the caravan arrives!

Good luck to you all next week!
MuskyHopeful
Posted 10/25/2006 8:11 AM (#216900 - in reply to #215767)
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Location: Brookfield, WI
Just about all set at the office. Packing of the inner layers and gear begins shortly.

Shooting for a 12:00 noon blast off. I head north with a positive attitude and joy in my heart.

Looking forward to my first of what I hope to be many M1st gatherings.

I hope Andrew found his way out of that cornfield.

Kevin

Singin', Dancin', and Fishin' Muskies, That's how I roll in P.I.
theedz155
Posted 10/25/2006 8:42 AM (#216917 - in reply to #215767)
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Euchre good here too.
Will only be there Wed night, Thur and Fri though.
Looking forward to the trip.
Getting excited about Friday with Howie and the Shepster too.

Scott

Lambeau, I should be there about 6:30/7:00 ish. Let me know if you about dinner. If you're going to eat before that, I'll grab something on the way. Otherwise, I'll wait and eat with ya.
MuskyHopeful
Posted 10/25/2006 11:17 AM (#216955 - in reply to #215767)
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Location: Brookfield, WI
I'll see you manly men up there. I'm hitting the road. I'm excited.

Kevin

Muskies are fun. Maybe I'll catch one, who knows.
Gander Mt Guide
Posted 10/25/2006 11:55 AM (#216960 - in reply to #215767)
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Location: Waukesha & Land O Lakes, WI
I need somebody to stop by my place and turn the heat on.......Volunteers?? I have a reward in my fridge.
ghoti
Posted 10/25/2006 12:08 PM (#216962 - in reply to #215767)
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Location: Stevens Point, Wi.
Leaving in an hour. Should arrive just in time for "happy hour"