Daryk Campbell Sr

I've been told Imos holds some kind of trademark on the Provel name, so that's the reason it's "St Louis Style". Similar to the use of the "Big Game" in football.

Awesome catches. With a board to prove it as well.

They moved. Just a head up. They are now on Southwest where the old hardware store was. My favorite is the first I ever had Southwest Special from Southwest Market. Not a fan of the Hot Salami or Volpi Salami. Amighetti's roast beef is always great. Oh an Mom's now takes credit cards. I didn't get to eat there for years because I forgot to get cash. I always get Fishing and Small Game license, but haven't taken a furry animal in years.

Bill, I understand. Also wanted to say thanks for letting us know. I won't look for the mentioned post, I honestly don't remember it. I am glad to hear you didn't give it up. I was really concerned for you when you started selling so many items, including your boat.

Things I like about any service worker. Honesty. A brief education on what happened, how I could have prevented damage or how to maintain an item. And don't be "too busy" to look me in the eye and hold a small conversation. Little extras. You know, the old ' I adjusted the idle air mixture as it seems yours was just a bit too rich and I believe you will get a smoother idle." Or "Your (insert item here) was a little out of line and I adjusted it". Or what ever item is being serviced is delivered cleaner than I last saw it. It just gives a personal touch and shows the service provider cares. These kinds of "extras" are what make me a loyal customer. There are many people who can service, or repair, heck I can do alot of these things myself.

You got it. Seems some believe it to be poisonous, but it is also believed to be a myth. Interesting.

Well, low and behold, I did. It was a pretty quick trip. Only a few hours. Went to Pensacola to pick up my son from my niece's house. Left Friday back home Sunday (we flew). Had a few hours to try some shrimp I tied. No luck. Went to a new spot used my nephew's spinning rod, and a Berkley Gulp Shrimp plastic. The tail got bit off pretty quickly. I kept using it, getting hits, but no hookups. About 20 minutes and a few retied jigheads, I caught my first saltwater fish. He believed it was a Spot. I have no idea. It came off the hook over the shore and fell back into the water. I'm smiling still as this little fish, Mayne 6 inches fought so much harder than I could have imagined. It really was exciting. No pictures of mine, but here is a picture of his catch. He called it a booger fish.

Request from a forum member having online security issues. I'm heading to Tennessee in the morning for all of next week. Starting outside sieverville for most of the trip, any of you guys know any good spots to bang on some TN trout? I know Ness on the forums knows where the native brookies hang at in GSMNP, could any of ya ping him for me on OAF? So, @ness or anyone else. Any ideas?

In the last year or so I've been watching videos about the Driftless. I'm very intrigued by it. I would like to spend a few days there. Most people don't know anything about it when I have asked around. Any suggestions on where to start as I know nothing. Lodging? Laws? Thoughts? Things you wish you would have know to reduce the frustration curve? @fishinwrench, what's wrong with mop flies? I see people put them down, but I don't understand the hate. (Honest question).

Groaner alert.

Just curious if Jeff has some kind of special antenna.

But..??? That's a St Louis news channel. How did you see that?

Those are decent size fish for those locations. They do get bigger, but also smaller. This ain't Texas, not everything is expected to be huge. LOL. Good to see new posters, welcome.

Because life is short. Do what makes you excited. You should really take the trip.

I've been cutting strips for the gunwales on my canoe. The tablesaw sure excites them. They come swarming. Honestly had over 10 each on me and my neighbor who's saw I was using. With a few buzzing around. What's kinda of strange is, you catch one, throw it, it will return almost perfectly to the zone of which you caught it. Sort of like nature's own boomerang.

I caught a nice bluegill in the creek. I'm still limited on how much bank I have access to, so don't let my catch fool you. I had a carp take it, and a gar, but I couldn't keep them hooked. These were tied by @Ryan Miloshewski

Reminds me of a camping trip a couple of years ago. My family and a close friend's family camped near our house. Just a weekend getaway. Threat of rain all weekend. The radar showed it was definitely raining on us at the current time and location, while we were experiencing clear skies. We would have appreciated some rain as it was very hot. Never happened.

Sorry to hear about the finger. Glad you all continued. Sounds like a great trip.

Can't beat a PB of any fish. Thanks for the report.

When I first moved to Festus, we had a very similar phenomenon for a couple years. It seemed to break just north or south of Festus each time it rained. People thought we exaggerated, until they seen the trees, fields and lawns. Water is not cheap, as we are on city water. Our water bill for one month of trying to save our sod when we moved in was over $300.00. We let it die after that. Very strange how weather affects certain areas. We really don't realize until it affects us directly.

What a story. I expected it to be a turtle somehow ate the fish.

I only took the one photo. I didn't realize how distorted it was. The fish seemed to be a purple irradesent colored shiner. It was very lively, although the picture makes it look dead for hours. Yes sir. I'm hoping to make some modifications and use it with a homeade rod.

So, I know many aren't into the Micros, but most of us like new gadgets. This is a new twist on fly fishing and handling fishing. I found this on a Facebook group, thought inwould take a chance. It's pretty cool. It's called KindaPrimitive micro reel. A guy somewhere in Florida makes them, I believe wirh a 3d printer. You cast/throw your lure or bait and retrieve it by hand. Reel it with finger and thumb. I bought one, gave some input and he modified it. I have a couple more modifications to suggest, but it is alot of fun, and a new gadget.

Everyone, I want to let you all know, when I was down and immobile in a wheelchair, Leo messaged me and made me feel so good, offering me an opportunity to come to this lake that is open to handicap individuals. It meant so much to me. I'm still quite moved by it. Leo, would it be OK if I shared this on Facebook?