Back in the 60's. Sophomore year in college. Had a speech class and brought a shotgun to class for a speech on gun safety. Our professor was quite old and always sat in the back of the room with his chair leaned against the wall. He always stressed the beginning of a speech should get the audiences attention. I started out with always assume a gun is loaded and pulled the trigger. In the gun I had a shell with only the brass and primer, no powder or shot. In a small room it made a lot of BOOM. The professor fell off his chair and everyone jumped. I had a hard time keeping a straight face. Got an A for the speech.

Those metal erector sets would be recalled today. Sharp metal and small nuts and bolts.
I recall playing with lead army soldiers as a child. Suprised I've made it this long.

Worked as a mechanic for most of my life. We constantly got new hires, generally young, fresh out of high school or tech school. I could usually predict who would last by making a simple request when they made a run to the local parts store. I would ask them to pick me up an aluminum magnet or a lefthanded phillips screwdriver. Those that laughed or returned and told me they were on backorder usually lasted. Those that returned all pi$$ed off usually didn't make it a month.

we're friendly folks up north. We like to share!

From his location I suspect he's referring to a flip over portable ice shelter, brand name--fishtrap.

1: bluegill
2:perch / walleye<20"
3: northern pike
4: SM bass< 18" from cold water systems
5: smoked salmon

73* yesterday--28* today. Looks like winter is here, but boat is still ready to go.

If limited to just one...a spinner bait due to it's versatility. can be used in just about any situation. Not always the top choice but for one lure that's my pick.

Actually the misses is a pretty responsible shopper.... except for shoes

Spending more money on tackle won't make you a better fisherman, but it sure is fun.

Hope it's not your wiping hand. :)

Be sure to check what's legal. Bullheads are another good option.

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Back in the 70s when I lived in Alamagordo we used to do well in the Ruidoso river on 'bows and browns, some up to 22". Drove a few miles SE of town and hiked across BLM land to access river. With the drought they're experiencing, not sure how much water is in the river today.

Kurts island sport shop does a weekly report for the Minoqua area.

check www.kurtsislandsports.com