Fishing Trip With Grandsons

As often as possible but not often enough we try to get out fishing. This trip was planned by Adam, the eldest grandson - one who loves to fish. Troy loves to fish as well but will not eat fish. He tries but is unable to enjoy these tasty treats. Usually there is no worry because fish are hard to come by.

The location of our outing was in a lake near Lindsay and on the Trent Canal system so there is a lot of boat activity. We rented a small cabin and a boat and used every available moment on the water to catch fish. There was a bass tournament on as well so the fishing places known for production were busy.

The weather was perfect and our desire to catch fish was evident. Even getting stuck in the weeds was considered a bite but upon retrieving the bait, all we received was a handful of weeds. A few small perch and bass livened up the otherwise quiet time we shared on the lake.

We came prepared for good eating and we shared the cooking duties and cleanup. On the last outing we were determined to catch the big one before turning the boat back to the owner.Troy tried everything and finally I gave him my favourite large colourful and magical lure . With a joke I told him what it would cost if he lost it and I attached it to his line with a double leader.

Within a matter of minutes he yelled that he had a bite but Adam laughed and said it was weeds. Troy began struggling with his rod and declared for all to hear that he had a large pike. Adam at last agreed Troy had a fish but it was a muskie not a pike. After considerable effort Troy brought his catch close to the boat and I was able to get it in with the aid of my fish gloves. It was a beauty and Troy was happy and shared his joy with both of us.

That became the talk until we went ashore and cooked supper. Later we played cards but still catching this Muskie was the main topic for all of us. We returned the fish safely back to be caught again and agreed that this fish made our trip all worth while. Fishing is about the outing with friends and the stories in the future of the big one which did not get away.