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01-13-2024, 06:32 AM
Thread: Brush piles Jorden Lake
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With the Corps of Engineers it is easier to ask...
With the Corps of Engineers it is easier to ask forgiveness than to ask for permission
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06-07-2023, 08:28 PM
Thread: Night Fishing
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Night Fishing
Is anyone night fishing ? I don't seem to be able to find any crappie during the day
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06-26-2022, 12:41 PM
Thread: Lure depth question
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Lure depth question
Probably a question without a specific answer but here goes. How do you determine the depth of your bait when trolling. If I am pulling jigs behind me is there a way to know how deep the jig is? ...
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06-21-2022, 02:52 PM
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Yeah, I know what you mean but stuff happens I...
Yeah, I know what you mean but stuff happens I ain't too bad to want to run down anybody in business. I have had my boat serviced a few times there and been well satisfied. I figure this might have...
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06-20-2022, 03:36 PM
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Yep, me too. That was exactly my first move. It...
Yep, me too. That was exactly my first move. It did not go well.
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06-18-2022, 07:52 AM
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I need help with 90 hp Johnson control
I have a 98, Johnson 90 hp boat motor. I took it for service and had to get a new ignition because the key was broke off in the old one. When I got it back, now the trim button will not raise the...
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10-10-2021, 07:14 PM
Thread: High Rock Saturday
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With the risk of ridicule for ignorance I still...
With the risk of ridicule for ignorance I still must ask this question. Why are the 2 fish in the cooler cut up like they are? They look like cats to me but I have never seen them sliced in that...
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07-26-2021, 05:13 AM
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I am a far cry from a good crappie fisherman but...
I am a far cry from a good crappie fisherman but from my limited experience I would say if you only fish a lake once a month you will never learn that lake much less lakes around you. I have been...
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05-13-2021, 05:21 PM
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I sure do appreciate the comments. I am going to...
I sure do appreciate the comments. I am going to order Minn Kota and a 30 lb anchor with the remote.
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05-12-2021, 02:20 AM
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Thank you for your response. I am leaning Minn...
Thank you for your response. I am leaning Minn Kota because of the the remote too.
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05-05-2021, 06:11 AM
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Need a little help on anchor winches
I have used 2 anchor mates for several years but now they are worn out so I need to update. I have a 20ft. Sea Ark and fish over brush a lot in 15 to 25 foot of water. These boats are roomy but...
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01-05-2021, 09:15 AM
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You fellars must be single. Wife said to me, "...
You fellars must be single. Wife said to me, " do you realize how much fish you could buy with the money you waste on that boat"? I said, " Not in it for the meat, I'm in it for the sport". Now...
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01-05-2021, 08:43 AM
Thread: Jordan today
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This brings a chuckle. I had a friend, (he died3...
This brings a chuckle. I had a friend, (he died3 weeks ago from cancer) than had a similar incident on Kerr Scott a few years back. This guy and his brother both would not weigh 120 pounds a piece...
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11-20-2020, 09:29 PM
Thread: Fishing reports please!
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Took the time to read entire thread and still...
Took the time to read entire thread and still shaking my head. All the person ask for was a fishing report. Your interpretation of a report may vary from theirs but "come on man" we are talking...
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11-11-2020, 07:57 AM
Thread: Jordan
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I also quit taking pictures of fish while still...
I also quit taking pictures of fish while still on the lake. ;)
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11-11-2020, 07:54 AM
Thread: Jordan
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I am with you Special K . I tried the good...
I am with you Special K . I tried the good sportsman thing a few years ago and didn't have good luck with it I spent several hours and days putting out bamboo condos. Took a couple of friends and...
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08-12-2020, 06:06 AM
Thread: Brush discussion
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How do you anchor the shelbyville cubes? One of...
How do you anchor the shelbyville cubes? One of the biggest problems I have had with the bamboo and other brush if anchoring it down. You would think a 5 gallon bucket of cement would hold a few...
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08-10-2020, 03:45 AM
Thread: Brush discussion
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I am certainly no expert on the subject but I...
I am certainly no expert on the subject but I have been using bamboo for the last few years and really like it. I cut the bamboo at about 8 foot and use the tops. I use a sheetrock bucket of...
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06-18-2020, 06:56 AM
Thread: Electric anchor winch
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I have used 2 manual Anchor Mates for years and...
I have used 2 manual Anchor Mates for years and couldn't do without them. The only problems I have is not being able to anchor down and stay in the same place. I have a 2072 Sea Ark and it is very...
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06-09-2020, 07:26 PM
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OK, just a little update, I do appreciate you...
OK, just a little update, I do appreciate you responding Redboat. I am not very mechanically minded and usually have to have someone else to work on things for me. I watched probably 2 1/2 hours of...
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06-08-2020, 04:32 PM
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Motor Guide Trolling Motor Repair
Does anyone know who works on Motor Guide Trolling motors? I live in Wilkes but could take it a few miles if needed.
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05-20-2020, 04:04 AM
Thread: 2 Good Trips
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I agree, looks like white bass to me.
I agree, looks like white bass to me.
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05-18-2020, 04:59 AM
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Yeah, you are probably right about that. The only...
Yeah, you are probably right about that. The only one I saw was white and it was pretty bright. Maybe a light gray or light green would do better. I just thought the white would be cooler. I have...
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05-17-2020, 08:06 PM
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Rubberized coating for Alum boat.
I have an aluminum flat bottom Sea Ark boat and it is painted olive green. Sitting on the bench seat is so hot you can't stand it. I was thinking about painting it with some kind of white or light...
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05-05-2020, 09:54 AM
Thread: Rendering Aid Question
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I don't know if it is in the Coast Guard...
I don't know if it is in the Coast Guard Regulations or not but it sure is in our service manual we use at church. Bible
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03-27-2020, 06:31 PM
Thread: Kerr Scott Dam Closed
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Kerr Scott Dam Closed
The Corps of Engineers closed all access areas this morning. The only boats on the lake are homeowners on the lake. You might could drag a kayak or canoe from the road but other than that it is on...
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09-10-2019, 09:16 AM
Thread: There Should Be A Law....
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I know exactly what you mean. As I have aged I...
I know exactly what you mean. As I have aged I have slowed down a lot, and with a touch of arthritis in my hands I have lost my speed with a filet knife so I too have had to extend the distance of...
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09-09-2019, 03:40 AM
Thread: There Should Be A Law....
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As when you encounter road rage you must ask...
As when you encounter road rage you must ask yourself before reacting, "Where do I see this ending?" Had a friend tell me about his brother fishing a few years ago in Wilkes. He was easing into a...
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07-04-2017, 04:22 AM
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Nice cat, looks like rod has plenty of backbone. ...
Nice cat, looks like rod has plenty of backbone. Did you say it hit your spoon? I am looking to add some rod holders like yours, where did you get the yellow ones and how far between the top prongs?
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05-31-2017, 04:06 AM
Thread: Proof is in the frig.
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However, I do reserve the right to be wrong
However, I do reserve the right to be wrong
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