Brainerd Jaycees

Anyone going? The high up there tomorrow is supposed to be 3 degrees.

I’ll be there as it’s in the backyard. We’ll see how long I last out there lol

Nodakk wrote:

We’ll see how long I last out there lol

Haha. Good luck to you!

I was going to go and have my tickets purchased. But I have a VFW charity event I should do instead. I am sure one could guess where I would rather be. I already gave away the tickets.

I like ice fishing, but not that much.

Eelpoutguy wrote:

I like ice fishing, but not that much.

same here. But I won’t be doing pulltabs instead!!

…hard pass

Did they ever sort out those cheating allegations from years ago? I remember reading about it, but that’s about the extent of it.

Yeah I think the cheaters forfeited their winnings. Pretty lame and Im surprised it hasnt happened more often. I sure the cheating has happened every year, but that they havent been caught.

CaptainMusky wrote:

Yeah I think the cheaters forfeited their winnings. Pretty lame and Im surprised it hasnt happened more often. I sure the cheating has happened every year, but that they havent been caught.

They passed polygraph tests and were cleared of deception/cheating at the event in 2018. All three accused were permitted to keep their prizes. Organizers of the event indicated they had no proof of cheating, according to an interview with the Star Tribune.

I believe that each fish entered has to be alive. So I’m not really sure how anyone would be able to smuggle in a live fish, and keep it alive. Maybe someone who regularly participates could elaborate more on how possible it would be to cheat and/or get caught.

https://www.pineandlakes.com/news/brainerd-jaycees-ice-fishing-extravaganza-polygraph-tests-find-no-deception-among-contest-winners

I’ve been a few times. It’s a blast. Usually cold as hell, but the booze and comradery keeps you warm. Everybody is in a good mood and nice as hell out there.

I find it awfully suspicious that the same group of guys from out of state consistently win at this event. No surprise they seem to be Russians based on their names.

CaptainMusky wrote:

I find it awfully suspicious that the same group of guys from out of state consistently win at this event.

That’s what I thought too, and I’m sure everyone else did. But if there is no proof, what else can you do? Nothing, really. They submitted to their polygraph tests and passed. Not like you can stuff a 3 pound pike down your pants and then keep it alive until its weigh in time lol

gimruis wrote:

That’s what I thought too, and I’m sure everyone else did. But if there is no proof, what else can you do? Nothing, really. They submitted to their polygraph tests and passed. Not like you can stuff a 3 pound pike down your pants and then keep it alive until its weigh in time lol

Have you not heard about the stories about people stuffing drugs in their body cavities and go through security before? LOL I wouldnt put anything past someone.

A few buddies are going, but I opted out this year even before the current forecast. It is a good time but I can’t say I’m going to miss freezing my butt off.

As far as the cheating goes anything is possible, but it seems it would be pretty difficult to do. The contest area is “gated”. No fence, but the perimeter road is patrolled pretty well. When you enter through one of the gates multiple people are checking your stuff. Opening up rod cases, coolers, etc.

Joe Jarl wrote:

As far as the cheating goes anything is possible, but it seems it would be pretty difficult to do. The contest area is “gated”. No fence, but the perimeter road is patrolled pretty well. When you enter through one of the gates multiple people are checking your stuff. Opening up rod cases, coolers, etc.

So in your opinion does cheating seem like it would even be remotely likely, given that the fish has to be alive when you weigh it in?

Those beer can holders that hold 6 cans on top each other, That’s how you sneak a 3lb northern in, then hook it and drop it down the hole and reel it up in front of everyone. pretty sure that’s how he did it. LOL

gimruis wrote:

<div class=”d4p-bbt-quote-title”>CaptainMusky wrote:</div>
I find it awfully suspicious that the same group of guys from out of state consistently win at this event.

That’s what I thought too, and I’m sure everyone else did. But if there is no proof, what else can you do? Nothing, really. They submitted to their polygraph tests and passed. Not like you can stuff a 3 pound pike down your pants and then keep it alive until its weigh in time lol

Don’t know unless you try it.

Ripjiggen wrote:

Don’t know unless you try it.

I let you go first Rip.

Head up or down you think.

lmao

bigcrappie wrote:

Those beer can holders that hold 6 cans on top each other, That’s how you sneak a 3lb northern in, then hook it and drop it down the hole and reel it up in front of everyone. pretty sure that’s how he did it. LOL

Shhhh! I need me a new pick-up.
I hope a 2 pounder works because 2 of those spots are holding Coronas.

If you only have two sounds like the winning fish will be weighed 5 minutes into the contest.
See ya at the party tent.
Oh can you give me a ride home in your new truck?

I treat these events as a social gathering versus trying to actually win the tournament. Can’t imagine people that put effort into winning a prize. BLA area is good for a big event every few months to get a big group out for some fun. Beer will sure be cold this year!

Ripjiggen wrote:

Head up or down you think.

Down for sure down

Just tried….
Tail kind of tickles head down.

I would take the tickle compared to what could happen with the toothy end up.

It is possible though. Just sayin.

gimruis wrote:

<div class=”d4p-bbt-quote-title”>Joe Jarl wrote:</div>
As far as the cheating goes anything is possible, but it seems it would be pretty difficult to do. The contest area is “gated”. No fence, but the perimeter road is patrolled pretty well. When you enter through one of the gates multiple people are checking your stuff. Opening up rod cases, coolers, etc.

So in your opinion does cheating seem like it would even be remotely likely, given that the fish has to be alive when you weigh it in?

I don’t know how you’d do it. Last years leader was a 9.15lb northern. That would be a pretty lively pant leg! That and if you get caught cheating the penalties are pretty significant.

Just have to bite your lip so you don’t giggle going pass the judges when entering.
EPG 2lber doesn’t stand a chance.

Ripjiggen wrote:

Just have to bite your lip so you don’t giggle going pass the judges when entering.
EPG 2lber doesn’t stand a chance.

I gotta bunch of 2oz lead sinkers I use.
I just watch the leader board to see exactly how many.