Monthly Archives: May 2013

Belwood Pike Derby 2013

Posted on May 26, 2013 by scottalanmills

This weekend saw me enter my first ever tournament, the annual Belwood Lions Pike Derby, held on Belwood Lake. There were over 500 entrants, and while I had no expectation of winning the tournament, my brother Chris and I did … Continue reading →

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Victoria Day in Haliburton, and a Muskie First

Posted on May 19, 2013 by scottalanmills

The Victoria Day Weekend is great not only because it is a long weekend, but because it is also a long weekend with fishing season open! I’ve been out twice at this point, and I’m hoping to get out at … Continue reading →

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First Pike Tournament

Posted on May 16, 2013 by scottalanmills

It should come as no surprise that I love to fish. What some people don’t understand is that while the fishing is obviously an important element, there are others that are just as important. Things like the anticipation of a … Continue reading →

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2013 Walleye Opener

Posted on May 15, 2013 by scottalanmills

This past weekend was the opener for the 2013 Walleye and Pike Opener in my district, and I was out on the water first day. It was great to get out, but it was a tough day on the water. … Continue reading →

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My First 40 Inch Pike and the Heroic Boat Partner

Posted on May 12, 2013 by scottalanmills

This event took place a number of years ago, on the annual fishing trip to Georgian Bay in the Thousand Islands. I was trolling a Mepps Cyclops when a big Pike HAMMERED  my line, leaving me no questions as to whether … Continue reading →

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First Time Boating 2013

Posted on May 2, 2013 by scottalanmills

When I put the boat away in the fall of 2012 I knew it would be a long time before I’d be out on the water again, but boy, you forget how long that really is! When you close up … Continue reading →

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Spring Paint Job!

Posted on May 2, 2013 by scottalanmills

After bringing the boat home from storage, it was time to get the grime of the previous year off, and see if any touch up work needed to be done. My laundry list is a bit longer than I had … Continue reading →

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