Paulywood

King of Kings!

Thanks guys, really appreciate it. Jason, hope to get you on the boat this year, I owe you a trip. I don't fish Higgins much, the perch fishing has really dropped off. I will probably try for lakers a little this year.

We will be in Muskegon, hope some more fish have made their way north! Thanks for the report Ron!

Great job Kevin! Heck of a box!

The weigh-in for the Muskegon events will be at Fisherman's Landing. Also, I was informed that the date I had originally posted for September was Labor Day weekend so I changed it to September 12th. Sorry for the changes guys, still trying to figure this out. Let me know if you have any questions. Nick

She loves it! I think she's almost as excited as I am.......almost:D

Here are a couple of pictures of the new boat after pulling from Higgins Lake after her maiden voyage.

Good job Matt! Nice day to get out.

Besides the WMFL and the GLFTT there is the Dreamweaver/Big Jon Benefit4Kids charity tournament in July out of Muskegon. Other than the big Pro/Ams you could join the Michigan Steelheaders. I believe they have tournaments but are only for members.

Good job guys!

Nice box of fish guys!

How about "King Cranky" "King Crazy" "Crazy King"

I am going to take the new boat up to Higgins tomorrow for the shake-down. I have a few things left to do to get it ready to fish. Plus, a lot of cleaning. Good luck to both you guys tomorrow. Tear 'em up!

Our new boat is named after my wife, "Sugar Mama". Guess who makes the money in our house:D

There is one on my new boat but I am not sure on the brand or how it works. I will let you know tomorrow when I pick it up and plug it in:grin:

Not to steal your thread but I was coming home from Ludington the other week and talking to Mike (redeagle) on the phone about fishing the next day. Saw an outboard sitting by the road for sale and asked him if he was still looking for one. Long story short, picked up a 4 1/2 hp Evinrude with self-contained tank that needed a recoil for $200. Pretty good shape, 70's model. I thought it was a good deal, but not as good as yours:D

In the winter they stick the camera in the sturgeon tank inside the hatchery. The tank might be empty right now. Wait a month or two, it will be back outside.

My wife and I plan on being there that weekend. Maybe have a potluck or something?

If you plan on fishing and aren't on the list please let me know and I'll sign you up.

I updated the list with the dates of all the events. Still waiting to hear back on weigh-in location. Thanks guys!

I met John and his sons the other week and have to say they seem like real good people. Plan on having them on my boat this year. I have met many people from this site and have to say it is almost always a pleasant experience.

The weather can change so much between now and then it is hard to say. If we get some west winds that pile warm water in close the fish could be in tight. If we have cold water all the way through the water column they could be scattered and it might be worth the ride to Grand Haven. Or you could run offshore and see what's out there. I think we are going to prefish that friday so maybe you will have a report to help you out:D

Beautiful ride, thanks for sharing. Now we're all jealous. Good luck this year.

Good idea Frank. I never thought of that. Have to keep it in mind.

This is a very good topic and subject. We were discussing it last week after our trip to South Haven. We had 3 guys that all own their own boats. We all took turns rigging, driving and doing miscellaneous tasks. Everyone brought food or drinks to share. At the end of the day the other 2 guys tried to give me gas money, but it was to much. I figured it took 1 tank of gas for my truck. So about $40. I took $20 from one guy, I payed for my share, and we used the 3rd guys boat so I told him if he covered the boat gas we were even. Seemed fair to me and everyone agreed. When I take people out I expect them to chip in for expenses. Not pay for everything, but chip in. Usually $20 for gas is plenty. I think that $20 for a day of fishing is cheap. When I am out with fellow fisherman I usually try to split costs evenly, we usually trade trips or decide on an amount at the beginning of the year. My friends and I have a 2 hour drive everytime we go so gas is a little more expensive for us. When I am fishing with friends or relatives that I owe a favor to for help I refuse money, explaining that I owed them. But it is nice to offer. Some of my friends always over-pay. Sometimes I find money stashed in my truck on the way home. Needless to say they are always at the top of the list when looking for a crew. I never accept money for kids. They fish free on my boat. And I don't expect people to cover the cost of broken or lost equipment, I figure it is the price of fishing. Overall I have had good experiences with my crews and they are always changing. I have a different crew for the first 2 tourneys this year and am lining up a different one for the third. Looking forward to another great season, pick up the new boat in 5 days:D