Once in a while we receive some great feedback that we feel compelled to share. Thanks to Bailey and Jeff for sending us this email.

I just want to thank you for posting Bailey Brown's pics. The most valuable tool we have for keeping fish in our waters is the next generation... getting our kids on the water and educating them on how to sustain our fisheries. This is the Only way.
You and I can do everything we can as Canadians and fishermen. But it's our youth that will keep the dream and our fish alive. So posting Bailey's pics may not seem like much. But I can tell you now It not only made me proud (and have one lil guy who wants his own fishing show now), but it may have just helped create a life long fisherman. And after all that's what it's all about. Thank you...

Bailey and Jeff

On the Outdoor  Journal Radio show today, Sgt. Brad Schlorff of the O.P.P. gave us the facts about the "senior citizen gun seizure" story that has been making the rounds lately.

For more information you can read the BCWF report or read the story on the National Post.

The Fish'n Canada/Pine Post Production crew visited the Coleman building in order to film and congradulate all of the 2007 Ontario Parks Bursary recipients. The following list is comprised of 42 hard working, young Ontario Parks employees that went beyond the expected and were recognized and rewarded for their efforts.

Congratulations to all. For the full information list, please check the following link: http://www.mnr.gov.on.ca/MNR/csb/news/2007/nov30bg_07.html

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We came across this interesting link courtesy of North American Fisherman. A group of men from Ohio decided to record their poaching activities and then posted the video to YouTube! They have subsequently been charged with poaching by the Ohio authorities.
Tune in to the Outdoor Journal Radio show this Saturday at 8 am on the FAN590 and join in on the discussion.

Click here to watch the video

Steven Grail of Arnprior, Ontario claims to have caught the world record Smallmouth Bass out of the Madawaska River on July 14. There is some controversy about this catch though... before it could be properly weighed, Mr. Grail filleted the fish!
Read the story and see the pictures at the Ottawa Citizen, then vote in our poll at the bottom of the page.

The Fish’n Canada crew hooked up with team Race Sportz on Saturday July 21 at the Peterborough Speedway for a little fun in the pits and some fast action racing. Dave Connelly of Racesportz gave the invite and we bit… families and all!

“we’re not sure which was more of a highlight, the kids in the pit area or Dave getting knocked out of the 2nd race."

That’s right, at the annual Chouinard Bros. walleye tournament on Sturgeon Lake the gang was on fire! catching more walleye than any year prior.
This event happens every year and the group has a tonne of laughs and some awesome fishing with the help of a group of Pro guides that include, Dan Risorto, Mike Byers, Jim Manakis, Danny Alexopoulis, Myself and the BOSS Lucien Chouinard.

The guy’s have prizes for 1,2,3 and big fish plus they keep their catch for a big old fish fry and to prove to their wives they did actually go fishing. Hat’s off to Lucien for treating his guy’s to a fun time and giving them a much deserved day off... Who knows maybe one day this event might become world class and attract celebrities and pro’s alike in search of the Chouinard Bros Walleye Crown!

See ya next year guys and remember to wear your Coppertone up on those roofs!

Mike Miller