Red river get together?

[Scoot]

What's the latest on Ed's Birthday Piggy Party? Is it still a go? Has it fallen through? What's the skinny??? My offer to help out with whatever needs help with still stands.
Scoot

[Guest]

Ready to head west to the Red ... is it a go?

BB-LDF

[Rick]

The last heard it is a GO.

For those of you on the fence. There is little else in the world like getting out shooting for 30+ lb Channel cats.

These babies are horses. You will be going after top of the line predators. After you catch one of these babies you will know you've been in a battle.

Add in the awesome display Mother Nature adds around her River Sytems and all the great tips and tactics you will learn and it adds up to a trip of a LIFETIME.

Oh, did I mention all the great members of the FishingMinnesota family you will meet.

I think I'm addicted to going after BIG CATS after last night.

Can anyone tell.

My Channel Cat was only 10 lbs. Now I want a bigger one......

Do you think it's possible Ed?

All that have not attempted this type of fishing do yourselves a huge favor and try it.

You will definitely....
"Have More Fun".

[Guest]

Good news to me - I'll be there. Is this shore fishing, sand-bar, island or should I haul a boat?

It's about a 450mi run for me - boat is 17' Lund Angler/tiller... can do if required.

I'll be a checking and a looking here for all the scoop

Tight lines <"))><

BB-LDF

[ladylikestofish]

Hey, I just found this info... If the "Red River Get Together" is a go, I think I'll come with my son. Count the two of us in. We're kind of novices @ catfish fishin'. I've gone a few times - caught an 18 or 20 lb. carp or catfish, or something (about three years ago), but my son has never caught one, so if there's someone there with helpful hints, we'd be all ears! Oh, and I MISSED the one in Carver, so this sounds fun!

[ladylikestofish]

Oops! Life has changed a bit recently... don't think we'll make it for the catfishin'...

[Guest]

I think we can get this thing to fly. Very informal deal, just a catfishermans get together with a basic fish for fun type deal.

I am thinking MB Johnson Park would work best for a central point to start from or Lindenwood Park if camping is the issue. There is no camping at MB Johnson unfortunatly.

If the river conditions as very low we may need to consider the South landing at Convent park off 52nd st S in Fargo.

I would still like to hear a roll call on who and how many plan to show up on the 31st.

Thanks,

Ed

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Backwater Guiding
"Ed on the RED"
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[Rick]

I'm hoping to make it. Can I stay at your place Ed?

Just in case I need to sleep.

[Sarge]

I'm ready!!! I'm really looking foward to fishing the Red for my first time.

[Guest]

Hmmmm lets see.What to do,what to do.Heck yes I will be there!

[Guest]

Rick I have a bunk bed and a good cot so sure if that sounds ok your welcome.

Fishhead and Dark30 you guys need a bunk too?

I'll take frogs for the room.

Ed

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Backwater Eddy..><,sUMo,>

Backwater Guiding
"Ed on the RED"
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[This message has been edited by Backwater Eddy (edited 08-21-2002).]

[Guest]

Frogs for a bed?I'm not as quick as i used to be but I will do my best!
Thanks Ed.

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[DARK30]

Heck with the frogs, I'm using steak! Maybe there will be some extra to throw on the grill!

WET NETS!

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[Guest]

Boat in tow ready to go - no problem finding Fargo but would like better directions to MB Johnson Park etc. Is a MN lic or ND lic requied for this event? Overnight options?

Thanks - BB-LDF

[Guest]

ND or MN liscense work on the Red River. MB Johnson Park is on North 11th Street in Moorhead MN, just North of the beet plant. Do a search for the Fargo wed site or the Moorhead site and you will get a map of the parks and stuff in the area.

Eh...Dark30...steaks will work too!

Fire up da smoker Eh!

Ed

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Backwater Eddy..><,sUMo,>

Backwater Guiding
"Ed on the RED"
(701)-281-2300

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[Sarge]

I'm bringing my gal with also, she likes to fish but has never tangled with a big cat. She's going to love this.

So what time are we gonna meet on the 31st?

[Guest]

Hey Ed, looks like you opened up a can of worms here. I would also like to know how many are coming but I guess it doesen't make much differerence as long as we have a good time. I'd like to help but as you know my legs are bad so not too much help.

I can bring some potluck tho. Like potaoe salad or and including baked beans.

Fred

[catfish1]

Backwater; If things work out for us the wife and I and of course Bud (Our fish detecting dog lol) will be trying to make it. Did not see any time set for meeting and are we meeting at MB Johnson park. Hope to see ya all this week-end

Catfish1

[Scoot]

Despite my best efforts I can't get my wife to ditch the family over the long weekend. This dang thing is happening in my backyard and I can't even make it to it. We're heading up to LOW for the weekend and I'm quite PO'd that I won't be able to come.
I'd really like to meet some of the guys and gals who'll make it.
Have a blast, gang. I hope the weather cooperates and it's as much fun as I'd imagine it to be.
Scoot

[Guest]

Well gang I am easy, what time sounds good to you all? We can meet up and decide what next and where we need to spread out to to fish. Conditions may dictate were we ned to meet on Saterday?

Like I said, very informal deal, just a wing it and have fun type deal.

I will check the ramp conditions at MB Johnson park on Monday and the conditions at the other in city ramps. The river is at it's normal low range for this time of year and no matter what caution is a very good plan.

Many shore fishing areas are also avalable and some may be the best bet going so don't feel if your not pulling a boat you will be out of the fun.

I have a kinda crazy week tell Friday so I may not be on the board tell late at night.

Feel free to post any questions and I will try to get you what you need for info.

Ed

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Backwater Eddy..><,sUMo,>

Backwater Guiding
"Ed on the RED"
(701)-281-2300

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[Sarge]

I'm heading to Lake Miltona early tuesday, and won't be back online till next week, but I'll see you guys the 31st, what ever time or place is picked.

I even splurged and hired Eddy to show me the secrets of the Red, before we get together, that way I can keep up with you all.

[Guest]

Unless the Red jumps up fast the North section by MB Johnson Park is not going to good for larger boats. Smaller rigs can get in and be able to work the river but larger rigs will have troubles.

We may need to meet there and or another area and look to the South at Convent Landing off 52 st S to fish. This section is much better suited for larger rigs at this time.

The fishing to the South has been good so no matter what we can get a plan together.

Ed

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Backwater Eddy..><,sUMo,>

Backwater Guiding
"Ed on the RED"
(701)-281-2300

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[Guest]

Thanks Fishhead, Dark30, Bayou Bill, Sarge & his hardcore fishing gall friend for joining me on the 1st annual unofficial Red River Frog stomp’r Catfish festival.

We caught some nice cats and Fishhead caught a very nice walleye, all had a good time.

Although I was feeling kinda punk from a medical complication everyone kept me on the right track and helped out in a big way.

Dark30 & Fishhead are my official favorite cooks, good grub boys!

Lets try to do it again next year and I will try to get a central camp site set up somewhere where we all can get around a smart fire.

Thanks gang for helping me celebrate my B-Day!

Ed Carlson

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Backwater Eddy..><,sUMo,>

Backwater Guiding
"Ed on the RED"
(701)-281-2300

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[DARK30]

Had a great time! My long lost art of "Free Style Frog Grabbing" came back to me in a hurry! The Catfishing was a little slow for fishhead and I but all in all great fun! We found out first hand what Walleyes think about frogs too!...Nice one Fishhead! I would say the upcoming Walleye bite on the Red would be something to plan for.

I'm glad Capt. BayouBill got to hit the river with Ed and catch some nice ones!

I'm already thinking about next years annual "Frog Hop"!

WET NETS!

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[Guest]

Yupper - it was a hoot there on the Red with Ed and others. Happy to help out a few of those Red River cats that wanted a free-ride to Northern Wisconsin, always willing to help. As a bonus they'll get a dip in the hot-tub ,,, little do they know the hot tub is a Fry-Daddy huummmmm LOL Released the larger cats as did Sarge and company the day before. Just how big was that 'eye? Heard it was a 'reel' big one.

Great trip, great folks, great learning experience - "frogs" are the real deal and the Eddy Slice for filleting cats - simply the best ... thank you for sharing of your time and knowledge. It's nice being a "oldie" I can sit riverside and watch the younger ones float by ... some are swimming up stream but we all have.

Ed, continue to enjoy your B'day weekend and may you have many more great days on and off the water.

I'll send the pictures I took to Paul he may post some within the site ... I'll also shoot them to your home e-mail and you can pick and choose at will - there's only about 12 or so.

Thanks again - Remember seize the moment and tight-lines <"))><

BB-LDF

note - Sarge, do you have a CD drive on your 'puter? If so, when you take that camera in to develop the pic's request a CD [couple extra $$'s] also that way you can e-mail all the pic's you want. E-mail me at [email protected] and I'll send you my 'snail-mail' addy :^)