James, you out slumming this morning!!
It’s still pouring in New Hope.

I see about six boats in Vineland Bay this morning, which is six more than last year! They all are fishing in the 12 to 17′ area. Best of luck to all.

Not in Vineland Bay. Ice as far as I can see in all directions

I live two doors down from this large pile.
This is the same location as your photo.
I took this on Sunday quite a difference .
County 35 was blocked twice today more to come unless the wind switches.

Our tax dollars hard at work.

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Why is every one such a critic ???? The DNR knows exactly what there doing!!!

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I’ve used Kremer Spring and Alinement in Inver Grove Heights before.
Everything worked well for me.

Just got home from the x, zero excitement and many many open seats!!

I use braid on all my jigging rods and tie a Fluorocarbon leader.
Works for me.

I was looking at lights from Northern Bright Lights.
Don’t know much about them but they do have a lot of choices.
Hope this helps.

It is on 652-1 on Direct TV. End of the second period. MN-1 MSU-0.

Gizmoguy

I looked into a snap cover for my 2100, I had concern over the placement of the snaps. I did not want them located on the gunnel. I was told snaps located on the rub rail are to difficult snap. Where did you place them? Ant pics. Thanks

That’s great news! I will not have to make that long drive again.

There were no boats out in Vineland Bay Friday, or Saturday night.
Sunday with a stiff north northeast wind there were 2+ footers in the bay.
No boats out at all. But the Vikings were on so that could explain Sunday!

Wife and I just got in from the pond. Caught 4 from 22 thru 24, pulling cranks in shallow water. Fish looked very healthy and fat.
Not a lot of boats out. Water temp 56 on the west side.

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Arrgggg. Yes we all know that ZM will likely be spread to 95-100% of MN lakes. It is just a matter of how soon. We also know that our kids will have sex at an early age, likely try a variety of drugs and drink like fishes. Because this is true, does this mean we quit trying to teach them the practices that might help them to make slightly better choices? I think not. AIS is something mainly spread by man-made objects, boats, docks, lifts, gill nets, water related equipment, etc, do we just give up trying to slow it down until a biological solution can be found? Or try methods to slow it down? Purple loosestrife is a good example, it went unchecked for years. Then after much research a weevil was found that could control it to acceptable levels. I’m for using moderate measures to keep the spreading of ZM to a crawl. Those who profess that the AIS laws are hokum, give license to those who want to employ harsh measures.

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Well said!!
X2.

My wife and I were in Estes Park CO enjoying the beauty of Rocky Mountain Park. We went to the top that day and along with the other visitors there we had a impromptu prayer. I will never forget that day!

I use the kicker with the Terrova every time I troll. It seems to steer a little bit better with the I-Pilot, if the Terrova has a little more power than the kicker. I do not have kicker attached to big motor.

Prayers and best wishes for you and your family!!

We have 3 from Costco. So far so good.

WOW!!!

Maybe they stole all the walleyes from Mille Lacs!

I had my 18v batteries rebuilt once. They did not seem to hold charge very well. When it came time to replace more I just bought new.

I always learn somthing new on this site! Thanks fellas

Chuck
There is alot of structure to check out! Walleyes were small. Didn’t fish Smallies. I was having fun until I hit something just under the surface and damaged my prop. Check out Devil Track, more walleyes and a little closer.

WOW that looks amazing!

On my 2100 trailer the top is 84″. There is some adjustment on the winch post.

Thunder and lighting up here on Mille Lacs, waiting for it to let up. Then Off to the basin for some trolling!

Have to love the Duke!

Nice fish and pictures!