101 and Done

Okay now it is Ricks turn to shine and carry the torch.  Rick is the son of Dick and Jane.  Rick also comes prepared and ready to rock and roll.  He also chose to bring along a good partner in “caster Dave”.  These two guys smashed a record for most fish over 3 days.  Not only did they boat 101 Brookies over 3 days, but they also caught a 27.5-inch brook trout 3 times over 3 days. Rick caught it twice and Dave caught it once.  This fish was 7lbs.  Rick also caught one that was 21 inches long but had girth of 16 inches.  This fish was 6 lbs 11 oz.  Rick and Dave are true fishermen and pros as you do not set records and standards unless you put in the work and effort.  It is so bizarre that Dick and Jane had their worst year ever and yet Rick and Dave come and set records. That is because us children are to learn from our parents and add our own knowledge into the mix. Rick out fished Dave by a few fish and caught the biggest fish twice but Dave also caught the 27.5-inch brookie and they share the longest brook trout ever in my boat. Now here comes reality.  Rick has caught a brook trout that was 25 inches but had girth and that fish was 7.5 lbs.  To Rick and Dave, you guys were awesome and you earned the title.

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Second Chance

Well, it was Dick and Jane again and the numbers were way down from the past.  But hey, at 84 years old what else would you expect. They only caught 5 fish over 3 days, but what a three days it was.  We had a late spring, and the daily temperatures were single digits. The fishing was very tough as the water and air was so cold.  Dick and Jane went out every day and gave it their best even though they were not getting many bites.  If you want to catch a fish, first you have to get a bite.  If you want to get a bite, first you need a line in the water.  If you want a line in the water, it had better be a good line to catch the big one.  These people are always ready to go and get the job done.  Dick every night goes over the rods and reels and makes sure before bed that their gear is ready to rock and roll the next day.  This is because Dick was a Tournament Fisherman who fished for money.  He understood and knew that if you wanted to catch fish you needed the right gear.  Dick also knows if you are going to compete with a partner in a contest make sure your partner is the best.  And in life it seems like Dick and Jane have set the example as they enjoy life to the very end, will always support each other and fulfill their vows to each other. These people have spent so much time with me and my family that they are family too.  God has blessed me so much that he gave me two moms and dads and my children have an extra grandma and grampa. If there is one thing that we can agree on is that we will see each other in heaven as all Christians will have eternal life. Blessed are those who learn that the fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom. God is so amazing that he brings his people together over the love of fish. To Dick and Jane, I shout out. KEEP ON ROCKING IN THE FREE WORLD. To the younger generation take my advice, don’t ever give up, and listen to your parents and your elders as they can help you.

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50 - 50

Well, this post is long overdue. The year 2023 for Hardcore started with Daniel and Jacob helping Dad get ready for this season. This included checking ice conditions and fishing as well.  As usual, I took my boys up to Virgin for our spring fling and just have fun. We also did some ice fishing while checking ice conditions for Dick and Jane. Daniel caught this big bad boy who was a 22 incher and an even five-pounder. If you think my boy would have been happier to have caught this fish that is because his personal best is a 27-inch male with a 16-inch girth that was 9lbs.

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