Thank you once again

[Hastings gal]

Thank you Jim and all that helped out with Trout Days Six. The weather was at least warmer than last year and the trout were willing to bite for us. We enjoyed ourselves once again. Chelsey could not stop talking about the speaker, her favorite story was about Rex and how Al said it is okay to talk to your dog. I found the squirrel story very entertaining and believable since I have had quite a few bird feeders ruined by my "tree rats".

We did very well trout fishing for the day. We started out in the park using bait which we were told was a no no, however when the maps were checked again we were correct on using bait in the park area - You cannot use bait on Canfield Creek where the electrofishing demonstration is usually held. We have seen this a couple of times already and we chose to take the kids to the Mystery Cave for a tour instead of attending the demonstration this year. One huge suggestion for parents taking their kids on this tour - make sure they use the restroom prior to taking the tour - for our 6 year old the sound of running water only made things worse, so when the tour was ended it was a mad dash to the restroom for him. This year the prizes were drawn early - possibly due to the weather - prior to the speaker at 11:30 so the kids missed out but they were happy with being out trout fishing and exploring nature instead. Thank you again to all who made this a great day to get the kids out and teach them about fishing and nature.

Keep Smiling!

Hastings Gal

[hanson1287]

I would also like to say thank you to Jim and everybody else who helped out. It was a fun filled day and it was great to see so many people who love to fish, especially all the kids that were there.

[WCS]

Absolutely a great event. Thanks Jim for your generosity in hosting Trout Day. Thanks to all the sponors that contributed and to those that helped out. My son Tyler and I had a great time and enjoyed everything about this event. We are looking forward to Trout Day 7.

Trent

[Fish_Hunter]

I would also like to thank you Jim for everything. It was a great fun filled day. Although, I wish I could have stuck around for the elctro shocking. The speaker was very entertaining and I know Jake really enjoyed the stories himself. We talked about his stories all the way home. The Lake Vermillion guide trips was an absolute bonus for the day. I am very excited to use them. Both Jake and I are planning to attend Trout Day 7 next year.

Thanks Again,

[mitch]

I also had a great time at trout day. I got to meet a few people from FM and I caught my first trout with a fly rod and got a lot of pointers along the way. I can't wait for next year. Thanks Jim. Could you send me an email [email protected]

[Jim W]

It's always nice to see new faces and old faces! Also, it is very fullfilling watching the enthusiasm from both young and old.

The weather hampered what I had envisioned for the days agenda, causing me to bump things up a bit. With that I apologize if anyone missed out.

Thanks to all who volunteered this year and to all who donated merchandise, you brought many a smile!

Thanks to Steve Renneberg for his extra work with Trout Day this year as well. Like every year I need all of the help I can get!

With the weather we managed over 50 people this year. Less than last year. Take time to be aware of our environment and how we each effect it as we enjoy it!

Keep the rods bendin'!!!

Jim

PS. Mitch I tried e-mailing but would not accept. You can try me at [email protected]

[Renneberg]

I'd like to thank all the volunteers for coming this year and taking people out fishing in the rain. Sounded like everyone that went out fishing with a volunteer caught a trout!

Thanks for coming out everyone!

I'd also like to thank everyone that donated to Trout Day this year.

Ace Guide Service-Full day guided fishing trip on Lake Vermillion

Scott Steil-Half day guided trip on Mille Lacs

Cliff Wadenbach-Half day guided fishing trip on Lake Vermillion

Turk Gierk-Half day guided fishing trip on the St. Croix River

Micah Hanson-'03 Minnesota trout stamp print

Culvers of Rochester

Cabelas

Outdoors Weekly

Gander Mountian

Mepps

Hooked on Fishing

Mel Dickie Custom Rods

Northland Fishing Tackle

Tyler Holms-Custom made jigs

[Tyler Holm]

Trout Day '06 Report