12-12-2005, 11:12 PM
[cool][#0000ff]A hearty welcome to you, sir. Sounds like you have had the proper preparation to make you suitably appreciative of the fine sport of float tubing. If you have not already done so, spend some time clicking on the different links for "Best of the Best", and also going over to the Picture Board for float tubing. These will provide lots of good background information and pictures of how to potentially set up your new craft for maximum enjoyment and efficiency.[/#0000ff]
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[#0000ff]I am somewhat familiar with upstate New York, having had a son-in-law stationed at Fort Drum, near Watertown, for awhile. I did not have the time to investigate much of the fishing potential up there, but I know there is plenty for someone who has both the time and the inclination.[/#0000ff]
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[#0000ff]As Zonker has suggested, you really need to search out some good smallmouth bass waters. If you think largemouth bass are battlers, you will have to have the
surgically removed from your face after a day of smallmouth fishing.[/#0000ff]
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[#0000ff]That entire St Lawrence waterway system up there is prime fishing for many species, including both smallmouth and largemouth. You also have the real chance of hooking into a muskie over 60 pounds in that area.[/#0000ff]
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[#0000ff]I know you are excited about "Santa Claus" bringing your new float tube, but just breathe through your nose and try to keep your mind occupied.[/#0000ff]
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[#0000ff]Welcome to our fun family. We look forward to helping you get properly launched and getting some reports from you.[/#0000ff]
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[#0000ff]I am somewhat familiar with upstate New York, having had a son-in-law stationed at Fort Drum, near Watertown, for awhile. I did not have the time to investigate much of the fishing potential up there, but I know there is plenty for someone who has both the time and the inclination.[/#0000ff]
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[#0000ff]As Zonker has suggested, you really need to search out some good smallmouth bass waters. If you think largemouth bass are battlers, you will have to have the
surgically removed from your face after a day of smallmouth fishing.[/#0000ff] [#0000ff][/#0000ff]
[#0000ff]That entire St Lawrence waterway system up there is prime fishing for many species, including both smallmouth and largemouth. You also have the real chance of hooking into a muskie over 60 pounds in that area.[/#0000ff]
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[#0000ff]I know you are excited about "Santa Claus" bringing your new float tube, but just breathe through your nose and try to keep your mind occupied.[/#0000ff]
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[#0000ff]Welcome to our fun family. We look forward to helping you get properly launched and getting some reports from you.[/#0000ff]
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