What happens to people

What happens to some people when they get into a bass boat and a bait casting rod in their hands. Yesterday I anchored my boat at the end of the channel of water that is formed along the long wall at the Lynxville Dam. Just to stay out of every ones way who were fishing along the wall. For those familiar with it will know there really isn’t a lot of water there. Three bass boats lined up to fish the shore side for bass. The boat farthest from me wasn’t getting their fair share of 12″ bass and 20″ pike so they motored down to where I was and began casting to within 15 feet of my boat. I had to put my rod down because there wasn’t any place to cast until they were done. The young lad in the front of the boat has certainly mastered his casting skills. He should be on tv and in fact I think he thought he was. Now their boat pulls side by side to mine and the older fellow casually says “how are you doing” I responded by saying just small ones. No excuse me or apology. They then proceed to do the same thing to a guy fishing on the shore. I had this happen to me up to LaCross last spring. I know that no member on this site would do that but if these fellows are lurkers here please be careful next time where you cast near an old fart with a 16 foot flat bottom boat you just may end up on tv. Whew I waited 12 hours to decide whether I should post this. I did and I am glad.

Unfortunately this happens all too often, whether it is fishing or hunting. Some people don’t experience the whole game… all they want to do is catch or shoot and not do any of the prep or expand their horizons. I am sure if you would have said something… this was “their spot” as it’s probably the only place they fish and had no alternatives Sad, the young one is learning this…

big G

I know exactly what you mean. I’ve been there, and it stinks. It just comes down to ethics. Some people don’t have em, simple as that.

I do have to say you did well handling yourself, though.

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I know exactly what you mean. I’ve been there, and it stinks. It just comes down to ethics. Some people don’t have em, simple as that.

I do have to say you did well handling yourself, though.

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You have no idea what it took for me to be polite. Trust me. First time shame on them second time shame on me.

I know how you feel, behavior like this often happens during the spring and fall when there are a lot of people fishing. Last year, I was casting shoreline when a boat came roaring up and stopped not much more than 20 feet directly out from me. I was the only one fishing there and no one was even within 100 yards of me. I had all I could do to hold back, but the dirty looks probably did not do anything. One of them sounded like a guide by the way he was talking. If you get too close to some boats on lake Pepin, they might just cast lures at you.

Isn’t Pepin 25 miles long and you had the only hot spot on the lake right.

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Isn’t Pepin 25 miles long and you had the only hot spot on the lake right.

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This spot is well known for holding large pike. Many boats come here and most people here are casting. Having a 3 inch red eye spoon landing a few feet from your boat can be intimidating. I usually stay a medium cast length away from people. Some people think that this is too close and that is how they let you know it.

Ive always wanted to bring a 5 gallon pail of rocks with so when one of those knuckleheads does this I can riddle the surrounding water with rocks

Many of these Weekend Warriors have no clue that they are violating basic fishing etiquette. Some time a few “words” does a lot of good and can be enlightening to them.

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Ive always wanted to bring a 5 gallon pail of rocks with so when one of those knuckleheads does this I can riddle the surrounding water with rocks

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only riddle the water? i can think of a better place to riddle with rocks in that situation…

From a “Weekend Warrior” that uses “baitcasters” and fishes from a “bassboat” if you were anchored that was unacceptable for them to be that close.

I would however prefer if you would provide some education to people who do things such as this to discourage them from repeat offending. A few kind words can go a long ways as a sportsman.

Riddling with rocks, come on, are you serious?

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Riddling with rocks, come on, are you serious?

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would a flare gun be better?

I would guess the and knowing Perchy44 using the

they aren’t serious.

MOST of the time taking a deep breath and explaining to the person what just happened takes care of the problem and sometimes strikes up a lasting friendship. Other times…not.

Back to tongue and cheek…I have often thought about paint ball guns on the St Croix for the cruisers that come by too close. Makes it easier for the sheriff to spot.

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From a “Weekend Warrior” that uses “baitcasters” and fishes from a “bassboat” if you were anchored that was unacceptable for them to be that close.

I would however prefer if you would provide some education to people who do things such as this to discourage them from repeat offending. A few kind words can go a long ways as a sportsman.

Riddling with rocks, come on, are you serious?

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My bait “casters” are Revo STX’s, my bass rods are St Croix Tourney Extremes, and my “bass” boat is a Lowe 16′ with a 30 hp 4 stroke and I do not have any trouble being a “sportsman” on the water. The operator of the “offending” boat was about 30 and the second “uneducated” bass fisherman was about 20. Both were old enough to be exposed to the educational system and have gained some life experiences. They obviously took the time to “educate” themselves to purchase the proper equipment. They obviously took the time to “educate” themselves how to use that equipment. They left out the course in their “education” that should have taught them that God did not create the Mississippi River for their personal use and enjoyment. After 54 years of fishing, being reasonably educated, and using my life expierences with “offenders” I would say they are already recidivists when it come to “offending” other boaters. I would “prefer” that you turn the other cheek and “educate” the “offenders” if that gives you that warm and fuzzy feeling. Been there did that. I now “prefer” the more straight forward harsh words to correct their “repeat offending.” NOW that I have pissed off and alienated all the bass boat bass fishing members on this site,I wish you well my friend and good luck the next time out.

Yes life experiences do vary.

You did take a nice shot at us “bassboat” running, “baitcaster” using, “Weekend Warriors”. Upsetting us, no, there are people of all kinds that need an education on our waters on subjects such as etiquitte, some on fish handling and most even how to even catch a fish. Us “bassboat” people are pretty serious about our hobby and will listen to anyone who will speak with us with information that is of value to the great sport of fishing.

Maybe you should open up and talk to some of us a bit more?

I enjoyed your perspective. Thanks for the posts.

P.S. If you throw rocks I will smash a 3/4 ounce jig into your teeth from 20yards away with my Revo. Those are awesome reels…