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so how many of you are going to wonder lake in august. i just can't wait. i have been getting my fix locally killin fish but it will be more fun to do it in a tournament. and if you can't tell this will be my first tournament. i just can't wait. it is going to be a lot of fun.


William.

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I'll be there, either with my partner, or my own boat (like to get more boats out there), but I'll be there.

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We plan on being there.

So does that mean I should make Christine bring her canoe.:D

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Been talking to Snuffy, We might try the trip. For our part looks like we will have to leave at 2:30am to get there in time. On a good note traffic should not be too bad at that hour. Will be a little different competing against Chezhead.

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Anyone need a partner? I would like to participate.

Judd

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I might need one Judd. As soon as I posted that about the canoe the smack started. :D

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Absolutely! But it might make for a miserable ride home for you. ;)

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I don't know. Itty bitty boats have an advantage up there.
At the spring shoot in June I was able to cruise right past (push-pole actually)a half dozen bigger boats who couldn't get in the shallows. They had to sit and watch while I cleaned up on a whole school of carp not more than 40 yards from where they would get stuck. The winners for most fish and biggest fish were 2 guys in a 10 foot jon boat.

Waders don't even help since the muck is over a foot thick -way too dangerous.

I'll probably be there in the Fall too, but I have no room for a partner. [>:]

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Uhm... nevermind.

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Actually I think it would be cool to have a bunch of us compete as individuals. ;)

I'm game to go out in the canoe. (just don't laugh at me too loudly... you might spook the fish.)

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Does this mean we can expect an 'attack'from the Plastic Armada?! Where's my 55-gallon plastic drum and paddle?

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Judd, if you're interested Christine says we can bring a canoe for you to use. (She doesn't want to be the only one. Ha ha)

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Hmmm, that's got me thinkin. I'll definately be there.

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I was thinking of building a 'duck boat.' It is made from those pink 4'x8' sheets of foam insulation; project plan is on the internet and it cost <$300 to make. Perfect for my budget.

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OK, now I have to go. Can't miss seeing that.

Noteworthy Tidbit: If you bring a lightweight boat, also bring a small anchor-type-o-thing. Even a moderate breeze will mess with you, especially when standing up.

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just a question, since i didn't make it to the june tourney. what was the most fish shot in all the brackets. i was just wondering how many i should shoot for.


thanks

william

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In the two previous late summer shoots, the numbers were a lot lower than what's taken in the early June shoots. In June the carp are spawning so they tend to ignore the arrows being flung at them compared to the wary feeding carp you'll see in August.

So, your goal should be to get as many as possible.;) I think the most taken by a boat last August was maybe around 20 fish. Most boats brought in less than ten.

It's very challenging to get close enough to them. (You'll really hate the carp by time you're done.)

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more of a reason for me to shoot them.

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That just might work...

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Can I borrow yours?!?

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Best answer, "All of them". LOL

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Deb & I are planning on making it this time.

I'd love to try shooting carpfromthe yellow "duck boat"! (Nice photo Chris). :D

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another question. is there any special requirements or anything i need to register. other than the entrance fee.

Thanks

William

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http://www.illinoisbowfishers.com/07wonderlake.doc

Here's the link to their flyer.

Just need a boat, money to cover the entry fee and be ready to shoot fish. I think you've got it covered. Make sure you have polarized glasses also.

This is a really laid back shoot. You'll have a great time.

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alright thanks. now it is just the matter of passing time until i can kill some of those fish at wonder lake. thanks for the info. i can't wait to meet everyone.


Thanks


William

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Same here. See ya there.

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I should have my second battery by then, so look out.
I'll be at full power for the whole shoot, unlike last time.