5 tine challenge Jan. 9

[MJ1657]

Hey guys just a heads up we are going to have a 5 tine spearing challenge this winter. There will be details soon but basically its going to be smallest fish wins and you use a 5 tine or smaller spear. Old school spearing at its finest. It should be a really fun event. 

 

Start searching the antique stores and flea markets for spears. The older and uglier the better! 

[Mike89]

I started with my great Uncle's 5 tine, did very well with it too.  My first pike was a 13 pounder with it, hadn't thought about that for a long time.  thanks for putiing that back in my head.  I love it, and I still have it too! 

[mrklean]

Well looks like I gotta find another 5 tine spear, I know a few lakes with plenty of little snakes I like this challenge.

[Neighbor_guy]

There will be a few of us scatered around the north metro that may have an extra spear or two. Like MJ said, the idea of this contest is pure fun. 

Watch for details in the near future or the  Darkhouse paper. 

[MJ1657]

This beautiful creature may even come into play at the five tine challenge. Note the paper eye....

[mrklean]

I can see the look on my wifes face if I bring that home haha

[MJ1657]

Here's kind of an interesting 5 tine I picked up at an antique fair. Notice it has material melted into the head for weight. 

[MJ1657]

If a couple of us can shoot straight this fall there may even be some goose chili at the weigh in. 

[Neighbor_guy]

Found a real funky looking 5-tine at a shop in elk river. Wasn't in the mood to pul the trigger on it at the time. Might need to go back and see if it's still there. 

[MJ1657]

Found a real funky looking 5-tine at a shop in elk river. Wasn't in the mood to pul the trigger on it at the time. Might need to go back and see if it's still there. 

Whats the address of that shop?

[Neighbor_guy]

You might know the place... It's just off old Main Street.... I think it has Elk River and antiques in the name.... But I can't be too sure. 

[bowhunt]

I have an old 5 tine spear as a backup so I'm in!

[jasonmichalski]

I have a few old five tines including an old walleye chute spear from the market days of the Saginaw bay, but most of michigan has a 24" min size limit so I might have to road trip to a no size limit lake to get in on this, lol!

Edited October 14, 2015 by jasonmichalski

[MJ1657]

I have a few old five tines including an old walleye chute spear from the market days of the Saginaw bay, but most of michigan has a 24" min size limit so I might have to road trip to a no size limit lake to get in on this, lol!

See you there!

 

We happen to have a special surprise for whoever travels the furthest. It won't be much and its probably not worth it but its a good excuse to show up right???

[Neighbor_guy]

For those of you who are members of the Darkhouse Association watch for details in the next issue of the newsletter....

this has potential to be a good time and with any luck we can make it an annual event. 

[Neighbor_guy]

East Central Chapter to hold First Annual “5-Tine Challenge”

 

Sometimes it’s good to remember the past.

On January 9th, 2016 the East Central Chapter will be hosting the first annual “5-Tine Challenge”. It’s time to take that antique spear you have hanging on the wall or sitting in the corner of the garage and put it back in play. Or get the files and the oil out and put a new edge on grandpa’s old spear hanging up in the rafters.

January 9th at Fish Lake in Harris MN, come and celebrate where we have come from as a sport and show everyone just how much fun you can have in a dark house. Help us show that we aren’t out to only spear the biggest fish in the lake. 

The rules are simple 

1. HAVE FUN

2. Go spear fishing with an antique spear with 5-tines or less. Lake of your choice.

3. Bring your fish, your spear, and yourself to Fish Lake in Harris by 3:00pm for weight in. SMALLEST FISH WINS!!!! Think 20” or less.

Chili and Hot Dogs to be served at 2:00pm

Weight in 3:00pm 

Best Spear Contest 

Presentation of Traveling Trophy at 4:00pm

So raid antique shops or look around in the barn. Dig out those old spears and join us for a day of fun and fellowship.

[MJ1657]

Who's going to be the first person to get their name wood burned into the genuine pine board of the traveling trophy?????

[Neighbor_guy]

I still say that looks like it came out of a smoker and got coated in varnish.  

 

 

[MJ1657]

Wouldn't you love to know where that fish has been???

[Neighbor_guy]

Wouldn't you love to know where that fish has been???

or try to guess where it's going. Who's name is going to be burned in for all time?????

 

Edited November 21, 2015 by Neighbor_guy

[MJ1657]

I'm collecting some loaner spears for the challenge. Hollar if you need one.

[PGF]

Lol! Is that thing just freeze dried? My wife would also be really thrilled if I brought that home!

[jvm1]

I have to check with my father in law to see if he has one, if not I might take you up on that loaner MJ. 

[MJ1657]

Spear on the right is one I fitted a handle to yesterday. Still need to "age" the handle. Spear on the left is a recent find. 

[MJ1657]

A little over a week to go guys.

I hear there is going to be two kinds of chili and the prize for the most beautiful spear has been acquired. 

I've got my generator fueled up and wood burner ready to carve the winners name on the trophy! 

 

Edit: You do not need a 5 tine spear to join in the fun. Stop by and eat and hang out.