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08-15-2014, 06:45 AM
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Another proud Dad
Bottom line is I couldn't be prouder of Anthony whether he ever caught a fish, but this day was special. Up at 4:30, on the water by 6, rode bikes and fished for almost 4 hours without a sniff. As was the plan, we took a diversion to Sandwich Theatre at 10:30 to see Guardians of the Galaxy(and for Dad to catch a few Zzzzz's). Lunch then back to the wrong end of the Ditch for 3 more hours of waiting. Nuttin.
On a hunch, headed to one more spot and as soon as we got there, fish were driving macks on the rocks. After missing a fish on a fresh mac he went back to casting his magic swimmer and got slammed in close. Fish on!
This was his first fish on a rod that I just built for him(gsb108L) and his Penn Fierce with 14# fireline. I really wasn't sure what the rod could handle and when the line started peeling I was a little concerned. Probably a 10 minute battle, and he had NO idea how big the fish was until I lifted it. The expression on his face was priceless!
45", 30.5#. Wow. He's 10, I was in my 30's before getting one that size  |
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08-15-2014, 06:50 AM
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Location: Marshfield, MA
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That is great Rick, he is probably hooked more than ever now. My boy just isn't into it yet, doesn't have the fishin bug. You got something special there congrats.
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Jon, 24' Nauset-Green Topsides, Beamie, North River. Channel 68/69. MSBA, NIBA
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08-15-2014, 06:56 AM
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Originally Posted by beamie
That is great Rick, he is probably hooked more than ever now. My boy just isn't into it yet, doesn't have the fishin bug. You got something special there congrats.
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It's funny, he never had the bug the way that I do. I don't think he ever asked if we could go fishing. Whenevr we go, we make it about more than fishing. Always have a baseball/tennis ball with us. Many times at the canal we just play catch and ride bikes. I have always tried to have a time limit. The last thing I want is for him to hate to go. This was by far our longest day trip and it was so cool that it paid off at the end. He is looking forward to going back! |
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08-15-2014, 07:15 AM
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Cool!
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08-15-2014, 07:24 AM
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BuzzLuck
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Way to go Anthony, a BIG congrats!
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08-15-2014, 07:27 AM
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Good for both of you!
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08-15-2014, 07:43 AM
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nice, saw the hernmobile at the bulkhead yesterday
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my 1st wife didn't like me fishing so much
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08-15-2014, 07:45 AM
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Come on, come clean. You never caught a fish that big.
Congrats to Anthony!
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08-15-2014, 07:46 AM
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Originally Posted by niko
nice, saw the hernmobile at the bulkhead yesterday
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Should have stopped by, would love to see the new rig. |
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08-15-2014, 07:47 AM
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Originally Posted by PaulS
Come on, come clean. You never caught a fish that big.
Congrats to Anthony!
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Clearly I am a much better guide than I am a fisherman. Those that can, do, those that can't guide |
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08-15-2014, 07:49 AM
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I called you as I was driving by
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my 1st wife didn't like me fishing so much
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08-15-2014, 08:05 AM
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It's about respect baby!
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That's good stuff right there Rick! I'm having a tough time telling who is happier you or Anthony, the smiles say it all! I wish you both continued success  |
Domination takes full concentration..
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08-15-2014, 08:09 AM
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That's good stuff right there Rick! I'm having a tough time telling who is happier you or Anthony, the smiles say it all! I wish you both continued success |
No doubt Victor, it was ME!
Thanks. |
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08-15-2014, 09:03 AM
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Nice job to the both of you.
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08-15-2014, 09:12 AM
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Can't get enough of these stories! Congrats to the boy and the Dad!
Well Done!! |
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08-15-2014, 09:16 AM
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Awesome Rick
And congrats to your son.
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08-15-2014, 09:45 AM
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NICE!! And got to see a great movie too
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08-15-2014, 12:03 PM
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Wicked ><> --- nice
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08-15-2014, 01:14 PM
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Nice Rick!
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08-15-2014, 02:45 PM
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Awesome!!!
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08-15-2014, 05:14 PM
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Nice one Anthony,,, good going Dad
Love these posts |
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08-15-2014, 05:20 PM
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Thats awesome Rick! What an accomplishment!! Congrats to the lad on an epic catch! One to remember for a lifetime! |
Almost time to get our fish on!!! 
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08-15-2014, 05:46 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by rickhern
Clearly I am a much better guide than I am a fisherman. Those that can, do, those that can't guide |
Story of my life...nice job guys!
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Does your incessant whining make you feel better? How about you just shut the hell up and suck it up? It's a fishing forum , so please just stop.
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08-15-2014, 05:50 PM
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Great job guys!
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08-15-2014, 05:54 PM
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Well done. But beware... the next trips will be challenging...
Quote:
Originally Posted by PaulS
Come on, come clean. You never caught a fish that big.
Congrats to Anthony!
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Quote:
Originally Posted by rickhern
Clearly I am a much better guide than I am a fisherman. Those that can, do, those that can't guide |
I think there is a Derby story hidden in these comments......  |
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08-15-2014, 07:29 PM
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Annisquam Assassin
Join Date: Apr 2012
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he's got me beat for the season so far! Congrats!!
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Calling fishing a hobby is like calling brain surgery a job. ~Paul Schullery
There he stands, draped in more equipment than a telephone lineman, trying to outwit an organism with a brain no bigger than a breadcrumb, and getting licked in the process. ~Paul O'Neil, 1965
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08-16-2014, 06:18 AM
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That is GREAT
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08-16-2014, 09:35 AM
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awesome !!! looks like you had a great day even a couple fish stopped by to watch your photo shoot
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08-16-2014, 06:56 PM
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Bait Boy's Dad
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Those are great pictures. Nothing better than seeing a child catching a fish. Thanks for sharing! |
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08-17-2014, 09:53 AM
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nice! congrats to your son!
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