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PC, A saw an agent two years ago at BSSP in zone 2 check the guy next to me. Hewas told that a person reported him using an illegal setup. The agent did nothing to him. That guy then turned to me and said "I wonder why you didn't get checked, I'm only runnig two flies and you (that would be me) are running 3 fleis at a time". OTF, I always running two flies at Maramec Springs. Later, FFM

JJTroutbum, I'll jump in and tie up a few. I will make my favorite pattern that I talk about a lot on this form.... the "Buckskin". So come one one and all if you want a few of these killer flies you better sign up now!! Later, FFM

SIU, Which lake were you one? Crab? Devil? Later, FFM

Jeremy, This a great posting. I have to add another bead to the mix..... Crystal! I fish most of the times in the parks and the Current River. But I learned a lot by fishing out in the western states that by adding a Crystal bead to most any small fly or midge pattern, you increase your bite ratio. So I have used this technique back here in the Midwest with lots of success. Over the last 7 years of tying midges, I have added Crystal beads to 75% of my flies. The size range is from 16 to 24. I add to them to Pheasant Tails, Hare's Ear, WD40s, RS2, Buckskins, Zebra, Scuds, and the list goes on and on. As for weighted bead, I used the copper and black on some Zebra patterns. Later, FFM

fishgypsy, Here is a website for Westover Farm: Click HERE Ness is right that the bank owns it after the loan went belly up and they were not able to sell it at an auction. But it appears it is business as usual because I get E-Mail updates from Lisa when ever thy finish a new rental log home. later, FFM

Hopper, I have not been to the SJ yet. From what you have experienced, is a boat required or can to wade fish the stream? Later, FFM

TF1985, I have attached some previous postings related to this record trout caught and comments from fellow members. Enjoy. http://ozarkanglers.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=19251&st=0&p=119072&hl=triploids&fromsearch=1&#entry119072 http://ozarkanglers.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=19312&st=0&p=119501&hl=triploids&fromsearch=1&#entry119501 http://ozarkanglers.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=19348&st=0&p=120002&hl=triploids&fromsearch=1&#entry120002 Cricket, You are correct. Just because the fish are that big, don't mean they are easy to catch. Later, FFM

I like the usability of the tool bar options. Later, FFM

PC, Great report and sounds like you had good day too. FYI: I noticed you have built in escape paths in your net for the smaller fish. Later, FFM

I have to go with the others... Hard as Nails. very Cheap!!! Later, FFM

I cannot add any better detail to PC's info, he hit it right on the head. He and I have the same fishing sytle. Later, FFM

What an epic trip for that fish. Dumpster diving at its best. Later, FFM

How about "Wild Thing... You Make My Reel Sing" Later, FFM

triz, That is different looking fly, but if it works who cares what it looks like. Right! Just wondering, was the beadhead enough weight to keep the fly down or did you have to add extra lead? FYI: Fish porn is cool. Later, FFM

Deckers is a good area to fish, it has rebounded great since the Haymen Fire back in the June 2002. The water in this area can get some ice build up during this time of the year, so you will have to find out a few days before you go out to see what the conditions are like. If you are interested in a guide there is no one better than Pat Dorsey in CO. Heck he wrote the book on how to fish the South Platte River. CLICK HERE for his Book Click her for Pat Dorsey's Bio If you get his book, then I don't think you need a guide. I hope this helps you out. If not, contact me in a PM. Later, FFM

Yummy, (great name) Here are my suggestion that are within 2 hours of Denver. South Platte @ Deckers South Platte @ Cheeseman Canyon South Platte @ 11 Mile Canyon South Platte @ Spinney (aka "The Dream Stream") Blue River @ Silverthorn Blue River @ Breckenridge Big Thompson by Estes Park Colorado River @ Parshall Williams Fork by Parshall (might not have acces to this one, depends on the amount of snow) If you would like more info on any of these locations, just PM me. BTW: Where you wanting to go with a guide or not? Later, FFM

I'm still a bit confused about why he may get something from Boone & Crocket. The arrow is not what killed the deer. Can somebody explain this? Later, FFM

That reminds me a deer accident about 10 years ago in IL. A car was traveling north bound, hits the deer and sends it into the air. The deer goes through the windsheild of a south bound truck with a father and three kids. The 10 year old girl in the front seat did not survive. The father and 2 other kids had serious injuries. Very sad. I hope the person in AR is recovering. Later, FFM

XP, Thanks for the info. Where you using weighted streamer and wooly buggers? later, FFM

Oh my THat helped me to perform a #2 in the toilet. Later, FFM

Welcome aboard. Do you do a lot of fishing or canoeing? or Both later, FFM

4 lb test. The hook had to have been set in the corner of the mouth because the line would not have handled running across the fish's teeth. That is one great catch! You Dah Man Scott. Later, FFM

Bman, The USGS at Cook Station is that located before or after where Maramec Springs enters Meramec River? Thanks, FFM

jah, I'm sure the water will be with in the banks, but it will be running fast and very murky in color. Fish close to the banks and/or out of the main current and deep! Later, FFM

gavin, Did you or a relative make a few of the rods? Later, FFM