Post by: elkboy on September 18, 2015, 09:46:20 AM
On Friday, August 7th, we met Kenzmad at the Everett marina bright and early. Also on the boat was Gilroym, along for a venture after pink salmon. As we motored out into the dark blue waters of the Sound, I confessed to Kenzmad that I knew essentially nothing about fishing. He kindly offered to answer any questions I might have, and did so with humor and extensive knowledge, for the rest of the day! We all landed pink salmon, enjoying the scenery, the flotilla of other fishing boats, the beautiful weather, and the experience of being out on the Puget Sound. Kate and I disembarked at the end of the day with plenty of pinks and the enormous gift of two new friends.
On Sunday the 9th, Kate and I found ourselves on a boat dock on Orcas Island, Washington, preparing to head out with Lokidog and Weathergirl, as well as fellow guest OutdoorsJen. Almost as soon we had cruised across the calm surface of Obstruction Pass, we had some fish in the boat. Like Kenzmad, Lokidog has an encyclopedic knowledge of fish and their ways, as well as the other wildlife of the Puget Sound. The day flowed by, complete with sightings of bald eagles, marbled murrelets, porpoises, sea lions, harbor seals, and more. Kate pulled in a dogfish (I think she was pretty taken with his good looks- fortunately for me, we had to return him to the water). At day’s end, we said farewell to some great new friends, and turned our tires once more for the wheat fields of eastern Washington.
This forum has been a wealth of knowledge and entertainment, and has led to some great friendships! Thank you again, Kenzmad, Lokidog, Weathergirl, Gilroym, and OutdoorsJen. We look forward to the next time we meet.
Post by: gaddy on September 18, 2015, 09:54:25 AM
Post by: Carl on September 18, 2015, 10:53:42 AM
It sure sounds like you had some great experiences (and guides)! :tup: I too have greatly benefited from HW forum. I’ve met and hunted/fished with some absolutely outstanding people. Through their generosity, I’ve been able get out and enjoy my new state.
Carl
Post by: gunnarnewt on September 18, 2015, 11:23:20 AM
Post by: lokidog on September 18, 2015, 01:34:05 PM
Post by: h20hunter on September 18, 2015, 01:39:12 PM
:chuckle:
Good pics, thanks for sharing.
Post by: gaddy on September 18, 2015, 01:42:53 PM
Post by: lokidog on September 18, 2015, 02:02:45 PM
Ed....what is the acceptable speed at which one can loose an arrow at shore bound deer?
:chuckle:
Good pics, thanks for sharing.
Depends whether I am driving or not..... 8) :chuckle:
It's been so many years since i have been able to fish the sound that I had forgotten what a dog fish looked like. Thanks for the pic't. We had some serious fun with them when i was young.
Dogfish numbers are way down from years past. Makes for happy moochers but maybe not for a happy ecosystem. :dunno:
Post by: gaddy on September 18, 2015, 02:10:59 PM
Post by: kenzmad on September 18, 2015, 05:39:52 PM
Post by: Blacklab on September 20, 2015, 10:24:33 AM
Post by: gilroym on September 23, 2015, 08:58:43 AM
Post by: Special T on September 23, 2015, 09:44:05 AM
Why do you think that is? When I fished 10years ago they were always getting caught a d some big ones to boot!Ed....what is the acceptable speed at which one can loose an arrow at shore bound deer?
:chuckle:
Good pics, thanks for sharing.
Depends whether I am driving or not..... 8) :chuckle:It's been so many years since i have been able to fish the sound that I had forgotten what a dog fish looked like. Thanks for the pic't. We had some serious fun with them when i was young.
Dogfish numbers are way down from years past. Makes for happy moochers but maybe not for a happy ecosystem. :dunno:
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