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Hi Dwight, I used the same drain plug that is in the link listed in John's post. I have a 17' square stern, plastic canoe. I used some two part epoxy to seal the sleave and secured with a couple screws. I like the drain plug because, like you said, I can leave my decoys, blind material...

There's a reason most layout boats are painted battleship grey. Heck, there's a reason battleships are painted battleship grey. If your gunning open water on the lake and looking to shoot divers, a low profile, grey boat will disappear behind the decoys. From what I've read about the use...

I second this statement. Wing shooters should not be using sights. As previously mentioned, "sights" will do more to hinder a shotgunner than anything.

"Nice post" :-)

We just use grey pull-over sweat shirts. If you get the hooded ones, they would be even better!!

Hello All, I have a 12ft Aero Craft model F that is currently being repaired by the aluminum welder. I will be using this boat mainly in the marsh as it was designed. She has oar-locks and a transom that will need some wood repairs. The last week of the season here in Michigan, I was...

I am notorious for forgetting to put the plug in my boat.....I launched my 16' square stern canoe 3 times this year without the plug in and had to pull boat back onto the launch to drain 100 gallons of water :-( Other than that, the only other serious thing that I forgot this year was the...

Hopefully he working on more of those gorgeous calls of his!! If you don't own one, your missing out. I have several calls but I always go back to my Larson.

I think the idea of coughing has to do with arrythmias or if your pulse is extremely fast and you are feeling dizzy or like you are going to pass out. The coughing could help squeeze the heart enough to keep blood pumping to your brain utility you can get some help. If you have chest pain...

GOOD IDEA.......14ft boat is too small. Remember, the tender boat needs to be the rescue crew for your man in the layout. Imagine trying to get back to the layout quickly and safely in the 14ft boat if the 2 footers turn into 4 footers!!! The bigger the better but AT LEAST 18 ft IMHO...

Thanks for sharing Todd, great story and very nice pictures! Donivan

Thanks for they replies gentlemen, glad to share the pics. The boys are great to hunt with and most of them shoot better than any of us old guys!! Harrison only ever shot a .22 at a target before this fall. He mentioned that he wanted to try clay targets so we had him over to shoot...

Good God Brian, I would have had either of those Cans at the Taxidermist an hour after they slashed!! Than again, the mighty Canvasback is still on my "bucket list"..... Thanks for the pics, that's a great looking bag of birds! Donivan

Bucks 1st retrieve!! Buck is my buddy, Ron's dog. This is my buddy Mike's dog Mac....there is no dog in the world that loves to retrieve more than Mac!! A nice view heading in from a layout hunt in the U.P.

My son Sean and our dog Pheonix breaking ice today... A prized Goldeneye from our spot in the U.P. A fine Hooded Merganser from the U.P. My son Sean (closest) and his buddy Harrison that we introduced to duck hunting this year....he's hooked :-) My son Sean (far right)...

Well, only 1 more week of duck season here in Michigan......coming to a close quickly for us here in the mitten. It's been cold and the ice is beginning to set in. Thought I would share a few photos with you fellas since I always enjoy seeing your pictures! My son, the dog, and I set out this...

We use two loops of decoy line (loop formed by crimps) on each anchor and our longlines have dog leash clips on both ends. Easy to deploy and easy to store the rigging when not in use. We also use hose reels to reel in/out the main line. You will want about 3 foot droppers on your decoys to...

That's a dirty trick......hurry up with some pics Dave!

Just Curious if there is a planned diver hunt at Houghton Lake, Michigan again this year.....was that a one time deal or did I miss it??? I've got a new layout boat I'm ready to wet and would like the opportunity to meet some of you guys. Thanks, Donivan

I had the same problem when I pulled out my knee high rubber boots a month ago.....I dropped the boot off at the local tire shop and had them patch it!! Cost me $5 and the repair seems to be holding up well. Donivan