Why is fishing so Expensive these days?
03-24-2014, 08:56 AM
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RE: Why is fishing so Expensive these days?
(03-23-2014 08:32 PM)MichaelAngelo Wrote: Each fish has it's own, personal, fun value. Some people have more fun with bass, others with steelhead, for example. Or, one can spend all day looking for a trophy muskie and catch one muskie and say that they had more fun that catching six bass had they been fishing for bass. Or, one can spend a week trying to catch a trophy muskie, not have any fun, and still prefer it to catching 42 bass. Most fish I’ve caught were fun, in varying degrees. Those catches not fun were unintentional kills or those resulting in damage to people or things. These days I really don’t like opening days, or crowded fishing venues, nor do I really need company. It’s an overall quality experience that I seek, or trying new methods in old surroundings. Fish are a bonus that makes it even better. ****** (03-23-2014 08:40 PM)MuskieBait Wrote: Exactly my point...so simply trying to optimize CPF doesn't really work. It’s called maturity and experience. It strengthens as you go forward. Cheers, OldTimer <>< I once gave up fishing. It was the most terrifying weekend of my life. ><> See you on the river. |
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03-24-2014, 01:20 PM
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RE: Why is fishing so Expensive these days?
When I first started fishing, it was with a sapling with line, a hook, a worm and a split shot for weight! And no there were no dinosaurs around where I was fishing. The amount that I have invested in fishing gear today is absolutely insane, I'm willing to admit that but it's my passion. There are still some great deals to be had with a little bit of research.
In the GTA, a great way to save some money, buy some awesome used equipment and other's excess tackle inventory (Yes, like mine's) is to attend the 1st annual North GTA Tackle Swap. Here are the details: 2014 North GTA Tackle Swap Details Date: Sunday April 6, 2014 Time: Set-up 7:30 AM Doors Open from 8:30 AM -1:00 PM Location: St. Basil the Great College School 20 Starview Ln, North York, ON M9M 3B2 Table Costs: Individuals - $20 each Companies - $50 each Tables (8’ X4’) are limited, First Come First Serve Admission Costs: Inaugural Year – Free Admission with a Food Bank donation Info Contact: Tackle Swap Hotline – 416-993-3477 e-mail – tackleswap@ngtaba.com |
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03-24-2014, 07:20 PM
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RE: Why is fishing so Expensive these days?
Hey Dave, never been to a tackle swap. Do I need a table in order to be able to swap?
Malama o ke kai Caution - Objects in picture are smaller than they appear. I am genetically predisposed to make fish look bigger. Life List: 577 species and counting (2016: 91 new species) http://muskiebaitadventures.blogspot.ca/...-list.html |
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03-24-2014, 09:38 PM
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RE: Why is fishing so Expensive these days?
I could be interested in this too, I have some bits and pieces I could be persuaded to part with.
http://www.fishingtoronto.com |
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03-25-2014, 03:10 PM
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RE: Why is fishing so Expensive these days?
Been to a bunch of so-called "tackle swap meets"........... little swapping occurs (if any)............. think of them as a "cluster garage sale".
But that's not to say there aren't deals. Great place to get tackle at bargain prices - or find parts for that old reel. I have heard of friends pooling their unwanted stuff and getting a single table to sell what they can to reduce costs and present a bigger stock to the patrons. OT <>< I once gave up fishing. It was the most terrifying weekend of my life. ><> See you on the river. |
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03-26-2014, 02:00 PM
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RE: Why is fishing so Expensive these days?
(03-24-2014 08:56 AM)OldTimer Wrote: It’s called maturity and experience. It strengthens as you go forward. I sure hope some people will get there eventually... It's not always just about big fish and hot bites... Malama o ke kai Caution - Objects in picture are smaller than they appear. I am genetically predisposed to make fish look bigger. Life List: 577 species and counting (2016: 91 new species) http://muskiebaitadventures.blogspot.ca/...-list.html |
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05-14-2014, 03:45 PM
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RE: Why is fishing so Expensive these days?
I still use a bamboo stick and string I find on shore. Home made hooks from broken shells.
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