http://www.michigan-sportsman.com/forum/ Michigan hunting, michigan fishing, michigan trout fishing en Sat, 19 May 2012 19:20:52 GMT vBulletin 60 http://www.michigan-sportsman.com/forum/images/misc/rss.jpg http://www.michigan-sportsman.com/forum/ http://www.michigan-sportsman.com/forum/showthread.php?t=423055&goto=newpost Sat, 19 May 2012 18:45:40 GMT 2 year old on top vs 3+ year olds on bottom, 3/4" spurs vs 1 3/8" spurs, but same beard length

]]> MichiganTurkey.com TSS Caddis http://www.michigan-sportsman.com/forum/showthread.php?t=423055 http://www.michigan-sportsman.com/forum/showthread.php?t=423054&goto=newpost Sat, 19 May 2012 18:44:15 GMT The fishing is on fire over here in Winthrop harbor where I'm working. I went our after work Thursday for an hour to see if the perch had shown up yet in Waukegan out in lake Michigan. A bud and I landed 14 jumbos. I caught 8 with one touching the rule at 14 1/4" and another at 13 3/4". He fished perch Friday and today limiting out both days with two man limits (30 fish) each day.



I went after salmon on my boat Friday and Saterday mornings and went 35 for 47 with 12 Kings and 23 Coho's. Kings up to 16 lbs and Coho up to 3 LBS. Rigger's, dipsy's, and 1/2 cores all worked. Spoons and paddles and flies were the ticket. Goog Fishin!

]]> Big Lake Cold Water Fishing Reports Big Shooter http://www.michigan-sportsman.com/forum/showthread.php?t=423054 http://www.michigan-sportsman.com/forum/showthread.php?t=423053&goto=newpost Sat, 19 May 2012 18:31:20 GMT I've been using a small charcoal grill for a couple years but a friend just gave me an old gas grill that has been sitting out in the woods for a few years. It's in good shape and was an expensive grill in its' day. The entire bottom was a mouse nest and it was nasty to say the least. I've cleaned it out but I'm not sure it's safe to use. Is there some way to disinfect it? ]]> Sound Off (MichiganForums.com) Justin http://www.michigan-sportsman.com/forum/showthread.php?t=423053 http://www.michigan-sportsman.com/forum/showthread.php?t=423048&goto=newpost Sat, 19 May 2012 16:04:01 GMT I'm going with Killin Time out of Manistee on the 5th of June and I know at least one of my foursome has backed out, and it's likely another one will be unable to come as well. That makes it a hefty cost for my friend and I who are still going.

If anyone wants to come along we'd welcome it. I'd just ask that you cover 1/4 of the $550 and we'll take care of the rest (gratuities, etc.). You can PM me or just leave a note here. ]]> Big Lake Cold Water Fishing Reports djones9916 http://www.michigan-sportsman.com/forum/showthread.php?t=423048 http://www.michigan-sportsman.com/forum/showthread.php?t=423045&goto=newpost Sat, 19 May 2012 15:33:35 GMT 2006 Chevy Silverado 1500 LT - 4WD Black, 109,000 highway miles (75 miles roundtrip to work) - runs like a top I just put 4 new Bridgestone Dueler... 2006 Chevy Silverado 1500 LT - 4WD
Black, 109,000 highway miles (75 miles roundtrip to work) - runs like a top
I just put 4 new Bridgestone Dueler A/T tires on it less than a week ago that cost me $840.

Options:
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Z71 off road suspension
17" aluminum wheels
Line-X spray in bedliner

Blue book is about $15k...so price is pretty firm. Selling because my company is furnishing me with a new truck.

PM me with any questions. - See More Here: http://www.michigan-sportsman.com/cl...?product=23220 ]]> Sell - Buy - Trade Hunting and Fishing Goods mal http://www.michigan-sportsman.com/forum/showthread.php?t=423045 http://www.michigan-sportsman.com/forum/showthread.php?t=423044&goto=newpost Sat, 19 May 2012 15:22:19 GMT I applied for 3rd hunt Baraga and was drawn last year so hopefully I will be drawn again this year but could anyone give me tips on how to set up a... I applied for 3rd hunt Baraga and was drawn last year so hopefully I will be drawn again this year but could anyone give me tips on how to set up a bait site? Do I want certain terrain features near my site? How far away should I sit from the site? Treestand or ground blind? What should me blind look like if the ground is better? Any tips on baiting would also be appreciated. :confused: Thank You! ]]> MichiganBear.com smackey8892 http://www.michigan-sportsman.com/forum/showthread.php?t=423044 http://www.michigan-sportsman.com/forum/showthread.php?t=423043&goto=newpost Sat, 19 May 2012 15:10:08 GMT 7 for 9 all kings 5-9 lbs fullcore took 3 on Carmel dolphin. 170 fow 70-40 feet down. Beautiful night! Outdoor Hub mobile, the outdoor... 7 for 9 all kings 5-9 lbs fullcore took 3 on Carmel dolphin. 170 fow 70-40 feet down. Beautiful night!


Outdoor Hub mobile, the outdoor information engine ]]> Big Lake Cold Water Fishing Reports thill http://www.michigan-sportsman.com/forum/showthread.php?t=423043 http://www.michigan-sportsman.com/forum/showthread.php?t=423042&goto=newpost Sat, 19 May 2012 15:10:03 GMT Well the black lab that is here for a "home visit" from the shelter has been here for a few hours now. She is 10-11 weeks old and almost 25 lbs. My question is what should I be looking for from her? I have 4 kids from 1-7 yrs old and she has been very good with them. I haven't heard her bark since she got home. I brought her down by the water and she wasn't hesitant by it. She went in a number of times but didn't go in far enough to have to swim. Not sure if I should be expecting her to jump in and swim at this age or not. She has been introduced to our 11 year old female yellow lab mix and there seems to be no problems. We had her off leash in our yard and she stayed pretty close to me and the kids and came when she got too far away but had to be called a couple of times. I am going to try and take her in my drift boat tonight and see how she does. Not planning on any serious fishing on my part, just want to get my son out and see how the dog does. Planning on stopping frequently to let the dog stretch her legs. Any advice or things to look for? Our first two dogs were lab mixes (rescues) and I didn't have or put the time in to train them well for hunting or even being off leash. If we get this dog I want to make sure I do this right so the dog is a good family dog and also a sporting(waterfowl and upland) companion. ]]> MichiganWaterfowl.com Sage XP http://www.michigan-sportsman.com/forum/showthread.php?t=423042 http://www.michigan-sportsman.com/forum/showthread.php?t=423041&goto=newpost Sat, 19 May 2012 14:50:08 GMT Went out from 3 till dark. Went 1 for 2. One laker at 14.3 lbs C&R. 45 FOW on a cow bell with a spin and glow. Down on bottom with a rigger at least 150 feet back from ball. True what they say about not a fighting fish. ]]> Big Lake Cold Water Fishing Reports smallboatbigwater http://www.michigan-sportsman.com/forum/showthread.php?t=423041 http://www.michigan-sportsman.com/forum/showthread.php?t=423040&goto=newpost Sat, 19 May 2012 13:41:18 GMT http://diamondpetrecall.com/# This is the complete list of brands being recalled by Diamond. The Small Breed formula was added as of yesterday. http://diamondpetrecall.com/#

This is the complete list of brands being recalled by Diamond. The Small Breed formula was added as of yesterday. ]]> Upland Game hunting, Dogs and dog training WeimsRus http://www.michigan-sportsman.com/forum/showthread.php?t=423040 http://www.michigan-sportsman.com/forum/showthread.php?t=423038&goto=newpost Sat, 19 May 2012 12:47:45 GMT Put my fish trap pro for sale in classifieds. This is in great condition comes with the cover and the clam connector to connect two clams together. ... Put my fish trap pro for sale in classifieds. This is in great condition comes with the cover and the clam connector to connect two clams together. Going to by a shanty so the kids can come along with me now since there big enough.

Outdoor Hub mobile, the outdoor information engine ]]> Icefishing Lk. St. Clair, Lk. Erie, Detroit River gunner7848 http://www.michigan-sportsman.com/forum/showthread.php?t=423038 http://www.michigan-sportsman.com/forum/showthread.php?t=423037&goto=newpost Sat, 19 May 2012 12:30:25 GMT If I catch my limit can I continue fishing c&r for the rest of the day?

Lets go, hurry up, there's fish to be had! ]]> General Discussion hairyjoe123 http://www.michigan-sportsman.com/forum/showthread.php?t=423037 http://www.michigan-sportsman.com/forum/showthread.php?t=423036&goto=newpost Sat, 19 May 2012 11:42:04 GMT needed some cover to stop the road hunters on a parcel I just pick up at auction in the Sandusky area . I went with a 20 yard wide strip of... needed some cover to stop the road hunters on a parcel I just pick up at auction in the Sandusky area . I went with a 20 yard wide strip of corn by 1/2 Mile long this will provide the barrier I need to to keep the road poachers in the area out. next year there will be a 10 foot wall of dirt with switch grass and pines to be my blocker dont have time this year to do it so the corn will work just fine . Finished planting last night . ]]> Whitetail Deer Habitat Boatown http://www.michigan-sportsman.com/forum/showthread.php?t=423036 http://www.michigan-sportsman.com/forum/showthread.php?t=423035&goto=newpost Sat, 19 May 2012 11:38:41 GMT Started at 90 FOW out of Saugatuck Friday morning. Heard there were more fish south, so trolled towards S. Haven. Water temps were similar top to... Started at 90 FOW out of Saugatuck Friday morning. Heard there were more fish south, so trolled towards S. Haven. Water temps were similar top to bottom till we edged out to 120, where surface was maybe 5 F warmer. Picked up a 8 lb King on DR with green fly & spin doctor 75 ft down, later a laker on same rod. Also caught a 2 lb coho on 300 copper with Mag blue dolfin and green paddle. ]]> Big Lake Cold Water Fishing Reports wisejohn http://www.michigan-sportsman.com/forum/showthread.php?t=423035 http://www.michigan-sportsman.com/forum/showthread.php?t=423033&goto=newpost Sat, 19 May 2012 10:58:03 GMT Well my wife has a 7 week old black lab puppy coming over for the weekend on a "home visit" from the local humane society. The lady she knows there says she is 99% sure the dog is purebread. We have 2 older lab mixes- 11 and 12 so it might not be a bad time to get a puppy. I started duck hunting 6 years ago and have a 7 year old son who I hope to get started in a few years. I don't take our other dogs with me but if we end up with this puppy I would definately want to be able to bring him along.

My question is what books would be helpful for me to start training the dog. I have never trained a dog for hunting. I would also be willing to pay to take the dog to a trainer. Does anyone know a trainer within an hour or two of West Branch? Also, what age do you typically start training a dog like this? I live on a small lake so I would have an area for water training but I have never introduced a dog to guns and would want to do whatever I could so the dog wasn't "gun shy". Any help or suggestions would be appreciated. ]]> MichiganWaterfowl.com Sage XP http://www.michigan-sportsman.com/forum/showthread.php?t=423033