View Full Version : Official Year End get together: Sunday March 15th Chain Lakes South
nicemustang
03-10-2009, 07:53 PM
Alright folks, here we go. I have clearance to go and if it's nice out she can come too. But it will be me and my buddy for sure.
When: Sunday March 15th
Where: Chain Lake South (South of Longview)
Time: 9:00 am - 1:00 pm (negotiable)
Location: TBA
Personally I like to fish on the point just to the right of the boat launch right out from the day use area and the picnic table. I seem to have really good luck there. But if we wanted to go somewhere else, that's cool too.
Post on here if you can make it. We should be there early, will be driving my red tacoma and will have the ice cube tent setup. Will post a pic when I can.
nicemustang
03-10-2009, 08:07 PM
Everyone welcome, even the northern folk. Hope to see lots of you out. Not the greatest pic of my truck and stuff, but you get the picture.
http://i405.photobucket.com/albums/pp140/nicemustang11/Fishing/CIMG0491.jpg
BearnDown
03-10-2009, 08:10 PM
We'll be there. Either a silver Caravan or a silver 95 Chev 3/4 ton reg cab with huntin stickers on the back window.
Mustang, I like that spot too we always do best there.
We'll be at least 3 of us, maybe more.
Yes sir. Should be a good one we will be in the silver Blazer. We need anything to go with that chili ?
brianscott
03-10-2009, 08:16 PM
Cant have Chili without buns, I got that covered.
See you all there, in a white F-150 with BC plates
I will do all the cutlery , bowls ect. And some munchies.
nicemustang
03-10-2009, 08:33 PM
Not the greatest either...but this is what we'll be rolling in. Tacoma and the quad. I'll bring beer (for me) LOL. I'll think of something.
http://i405.photobucket.com/albums/pp140/nicemustang11/Fishing/IMG00033.jpg
BBJTKLE&FISHINGADVENTURES
03-10-2009, 09:10 PM
Alright folks, here we go. I have clearance to go and if it's nice out she can come too. But it will be me and my buddy for sure.
When: Sunday March 15th
Where: Chain Lake South (South of Longview)
Time: 9:00 am - 1:00 pm (negotiable)
Location: TBA
Personally I like to fish on the point just to the right of the boat launch right out from the day use area and the picnic table. I seem to have really good luck there. But if we wanted to go somewhere else, that's cool too.
Post on here if you can make it. We should be there early, will be driving my red tacoma and will have the ice cube tent setup. Will post a pic when I can.
Where is this lake you speak of ? Do you got a map link you could post .
Also Is this a site gathering or , The Calgary crew , cus if its a site gathering ill come show you ladies from Calgary how to really fish . :lol::lol::lol::lol::lol::lol: <<<<<< Liquid curage .
OutwardBound
03-10-2009, 09:14 PM
Danni and I would come, but i'm working day shift this weekend, so we can't make it.
Dustin
Where is this lake you speak of ? Do you got a map link you could post .
Also Is this a site gathering or , The Calgary crew , cus if its a site gathering ill come show you ladies from Calgary how to really fish . :lol::lol::lol::lol::lol::lol: <<<<<< Liquid curage .
Its for anyone that can make it you north boys are more than welcome to come. I will post a map for directions Sry but there aint no pink tutu's or jewel encrusted crowns on this trip But you can accessories how ever you wish :lol::lol:
http://maps.google.ca/maps?f=d&source=s_d&saddr=Calgary,+ab&daddr=50.200418,-114.189663&hl=en&geocode=&mra=dme&mrcr=0&mrsp=1&sz=13&rtol=0&sll=50.207231,-114.165802&sspn=0.049549,0.153809&ie=UTF8&t=h&z=13
Directions to Chain
nicemustang
03-10-2009, 09:33 PM
BBJ: I'd love to meet you and see if you're the real deal. Everyone welcome! The more the better. It's a stocked rainbow lake that have ones that range from tiny 5"ers up to 16"ers.
BBJTKLE&FISHINGADVENTURES
03-10-2009, 09:36 PM
Its for anyone that can make it you north boys are more than welcome to come. I will post a map for directions Sry but there aint no pink tutu's or jewel encrusted crowns on this trip But you can accessories how ever you wish :lol::lol:
awe why not it would good on ya
Would clash with my polka dot snow suit. Hope you can make it. Looking forward to meeting everyone.
BBJTKLE&FISHINGADVENTURES
03-10-2009, 09:47 PM
Would clash with my polka dot snow suit. Hope you can make it. Looking forward to meeting everyone.
Awe I was looking forward to pimping that tight little as
Again, I'll be coming along with Fisherman Guy if the hubby is still away for work on Sunday.
BBJTKLE&FISHINGADVENTURES
03-10-2009, 10:05 PM
BBJ: I'd love to meet you and see if you're the real deal. Everyone welcome! The more the better. It's a stocked rainbow lake that have ones that range from tiny 5"ers up to 16"ers.
I wont a 100 % confirm but I will keep the idea in my head , I will have to see what the schedule is for Sunday as , its usually our family day we spend together , I might be able to skip out on it , just depends on weather . That's a pretty far drive to go for a day of fishing .But definitely Am considering .
BBJ: I'd love to meet you and see if you're the real deal. Everyone welcome! The more the better. It's a stocked rainbow lake that have ones that range from tiny 5"ers up to 16"ers.
x2 on BBJ. I'm curious to see if you talk like you post.
The Fisherman Guy
03-10-2009, 10:12 PM
They don't call it Sunday Funday for no reason!!
I will get the chili going this week, it would be a great help to know how much to build. I had an idea today about bowls; A good way to cut down on garbage, and potential fly away trash (those who have been to Chain know how windy it can get) if I did bread bowls! I will head to costco, superstore, and a few bakery's to see if there are any suitable buns that are big enough to accomodate a good sized amount of chili. Just a thought! Thank you to jts1 and Brianscott for offering to help with the feast! I will keep this thread up to date with my findings, and give all as much notice as I can.
I like the idea of a derby, is anyone else game?
I drive a gold Chevy half ton, with a matching color tonneau top. I will have my black and red checkered flannel, over my lucky fishing shirt of course!! I think I will need all the help I can get!
nicemustang
03-10-2009, 10:23 PM
Can't call it a derby or will have to register it or something....but that is a good idea. $5 in a hat and the biggest one takes it before a set time. Nothing real official, more of a for fun thing. There isn't huge one in the lake but there can be decent ones up to 16" and a couple pounds. And maybe something for who can catch the biggest sucker! We always end up catching a couple of those. Except...i can't show anyone what I'm using....the secret will be out!
FishBrain
03-11-2009, 10:17 AM
I got the OK for Sunday also.
Soccer is on Sat sothat works out well!!
EDIT--Looking at the regs, only pike are allowed to be kept? or am I looking at the wrong lake?
THX
I got the OK for Sunday also.
Soccer is on Sat sothat works out well!!
EDIT--Looking at the regs, only pike are allowed to be kept? or am I looking at the wrong lake?
THX
Try Chain Lakes south of Calgary,
Wrong lake I think. Aint no pike in there as far as I know. You can keep 5 trout out of Chain
Wrong lake I think. Aint no pike in there as far as I know. You can keep 5 trout out of Chain
My friend's dad fishes Chain Lakes every weekend religiously. And every weekend he comes back with a pike and a few whitefish for the smoker. He won't tell me what he uses, but I know he fishes the north end. I've never seen sign of pike in Chain, so I'm pretty convinced he fishes elsewhere and just doesn't want to give out his spot for pike, but there's always a bit of "what if" in the back of my mind...
FishBrain
03-11-2009, 10:44 AM
I can only find lower and upper chain?
Its down in ES1 west of Stavely.
FishBrain
03-11-2009, 11:05 AM
Its down in ES1 west of Stavely.
I can find it on the map but a search of the PDF doesnt bring it up? Stupid adobe
Yeah, it should be the Chain Lakes in ES1. I'll check my regs later when I get home. It should also be listed under the stocked lake list.
redneck posse
03-11-2009, 11:25 AM
x2 on BBJ. I'm curious to see if you talk like you post.
trust me Mish he does..:lol::lol::lol:
Badback
03-11-2009, 12:09 PM
Its down in ES1 west of Stavely.
This map should help...It's just one lake but has the name "Lakes"...You can get there by Highway 2 or 22 and Secondary 533 or 527...The south end is where the provincal park is located...
http://i706.photobucket.com/albums/ww61/Badback60/chainlakemap3.jpg
Search in google map for "Chain Lakes Provincial Park, Calgary, Division No. 15, Alberta"
You will need zoom out for the satellite pictures. Not sure if this will work but posting it anyway
http://maps.google.ca/maps?hl=en&q=Chain+Lakes+Provincial+Park,+Calgary,+Division+N o.+15,+Alberta&ie=UTF8&ll=50.236665,-114.178848&spn=0.141859,0.30899&t=h&z=12
BearnDown
03-11-2009, 12:44 PM
Simple driving directions from Calgary:
Hwy 2 South.
Past Okotoks
Past High River
Through Nanton
At the south end of Nanton, turn right (West) on Sec. Hwy 533. There is a large sign there that says "Chain Lakes Provincial Park 39 Km"
Follow 533 39km West.
You'll come to a Stop sign at Hwy 22.
Cross hwy 22 and you are in the Provincial Park. Follow the signs to the boat launch.
At the bottom of the boat launch (on the ice) turn right and you will find us.
trust me Mish he does..:lol::lol::lol:
Terrifying.
nicemustang
03-11-2009, 03:03 PM
It's on page 8 of your regs, under "Alberta's Fish Stocking Program". Stocked lake with about 1 million fish per year, lots of them and fun to catch.
BearnDown
03-11-2009, 03:11 PM
I don't have regs handy......do they seriously put 1 mil in there per year?
nicemustang
03-11-2009, 03:22 PM
It's a lot maybe not a million, here is the link http://www.mywildalberta.com/Fishing/StockingReports.aspx
Hubby won't be home until after the weekend, I'm in the clear to go!
SuCraM
03-11-2009, 06:14 PM
I am going to try and come but wouldn't be able to make it down there until about 330pm. Hopefully some of you guys are planning to stay a little later. And maybe hit PCR for some evening fishing.
BearnDown
03-11-2009, 06:41 PM
I could get into that.
Night fish on PCR sounds like a good deal for me. And dont forget Sucram I will bring the waxing strips , this is going to be fun. :evilgrin::evilgrin:
BearnDown
03-11-2009, 10:28 PM
I gotsa washing machine tub we use for a firepit, anybody got access to good firewood?
Duck Hunt
03-11-2009, 11:02 PM
I gotsa washing machine tub we use for a firepit, anybody got access to good firewood?
I know Alex has a nice stash at his house, we'll wait till he leaves to the Dominican then we could stop by and raid it!
I can do wood Will be 2x4 and 2x6 ends but can bring if need.
Strumpet
03-12-2009, 08:11 AM
Count me in too, I'm coming with Bearndown and the washing machine tub.
BearnDown
03-12-2009, 08:41 AM
Oh oh, lock up the rum boys :lol::lol::lol:
nicemustang
03-12-2009, 09:16 AM
I have wood, I can bring that. Pine, cedar and birch.
FishBrain
03-12-2009, 11:37 AM
May have to cancel. waiting to hear if I am needed at the farm for the weekend.
:(
kostianych
03-12-2009, 11:49 AM
good luck guys :) I would like to come, but have to work on Sunday :( too bad......hope to show up next time :))))
have a good time and be warm and safe :)))))
I have wood, I can bring that. Pine, cedar and birch.
We'll have the best smelling fire!!
FishBrain
03-12-2009, 03:34 PM
Yep, I have to back out. crap.
Have a good time everyone. catch a monster!!
brianscott
03-12-2009, 05:13 PM
How did the breadbowl search go?
I can still pick up about 4 dozen buns no problem if the breadbowl thing wont work.
See you all there.
loopyalcsel
03-12-2009, 05:27 PM
Why chain lakes, it's open all year
Have not heard how yee ol bread bowl search has gone. Do I need to bring wood or is someone els doing that ? Just let me know what I need to bring. So far as I know I got the cutlery "bowls spoons ect" And some munchies for everyone. if this changes just let me know.
BearnDown
03-12-2009, 06:06 PM
Whos bringin the beers? :love:
Duck Hunt
03-12-2009, 06:08 PM
I'd like to bring something. If anyone can think of something we might need i'll bring it along, just post. I'd hate to catch the most and the biggest fish, and not have brought anything. HAHAHAHA:lol::lol:
BearnDown
03-12-2009, 06:09 PM
look up
brianscott
03-12-2009, 06:11 PM
I'd just worry about bringing your game, and a big bag to put all that trash you are talking into:lol:
brianscott
03-12-2009, 06:14 PM
Im gonna bring a big garbage bin as well so the garbage wont get blown across the lake.
Duck Hunt
03-12-2009, 06:32 PM
Look up? JTS I'll bring the munchies, you take care of the cutlery, By the way anyone have a 12 inch auger, I'm worried my 8 won't be big enough to bring up my catch.:lol:
You bet . I think we are doing a night fish on PCR after Chain. So I will bring wood for that anyways.
BearnDown
03-12-2009, 07:37 PM
Look up? JTS I'll bring the munchies, you take care of the cutlery, By the way anyone have a 12 inch auger, I'm worried my 8 won't be big enough to bring up my catch.:lol:
I got a 12 inch sumthin er other, but I don't think even mine will drill a hole in the ice.....maybe if I take a break half way through.....
:D
The Fisherman Guy
03-12-2009, 08:46 PM
Before anything else, there needs to be an honorable mention to the UNBELIEVABLE COMEBACK BY THE CALGARY FLAMES.
Moving along, the chili is on! two crock pots full! JTS1 if you can please help out with the cutlery, and if Brianscott helps out with the bowls, we are set! I could not find any suitable bread bowls today. The buns I did find were either too soft or too big.
Sounds like we are going to have quite the get together on Sunday. Just a heads up to those who have not been there before. There is a wildlife office in the parking lot, next to the boat launch at Chain Lakes. Almost certainly will we will have visitors thru out the day.
Looking forward to this! Great idea JTS1!!
brianscott
03-12-2009, 08:57 PM
OK ill bring 4 dozen buns, as per original plan.
Before anything else, there needs to be an honorable mention to the UNBELIEVABLE COMEBACK BY THE CALGARY FLAMES.
Moving along, the chili is on! two crock pots full! JTS1 if you can please help out with the cutlery, and if Brianscott helps out with the bowls, we are set! I could not find any suitable bread bowls today. The buns I did find were either too soft or too big.
Sounds like we are going to have quite the get together on Sunday. Just a heads up to those who have not been there before. There is a wildlife office in the parking lot, next to the boat launch at Chain Lakes. Almost certainly will we will have visitors thru out the day.
Looking forward to this! Great idea JTS1!!
OHHH MAN!!!:mad2::mad2: You were doing so well. I am a die hard WINGS fan. I had my wife and Sucram here tonight BOTH in the flames get up. And me in my Winger gear , Lets just say I am a little bitter....:mad3:
SuCraM
03-12-2009, 09:56 PM
OHHH MAN!!!:mad2::mad2: You were doing so well. I am a die hard WINGS fan. I had my wife and Sucram here tonight BOTH in the flames get up. And me in my Winger gear , Lets just say I am a little bitter....:mad3:
What a game too bad I was in my car for most of it. How dows it feel to see your team lose like that on home ice lol. HAHA wish I was there to rub it in your face when Jokinen scored the winner in the shootout. Anyway have a good night and see you tomorrow. And hope to see some of you at Chain in the late afternoon and at PCR for the night fish.
The Fisherman Guy
03-12-2009, 11:10 PM
I am sorry... I am not one to rub a win in anyone's face, but how could I not mention that game, tonite. I like hockey, but you will not find any posts by yours truely in the official NHL thread. :o
uicehole
03-12-2009, 11:31 PM
The Flames had trouble skating against seven Wings skaters in the first period. Strange home colours on a couple of them though - black and white stripes.
I'd love to put faces to your names but I'm commited to go skiing with the family. Don't forget to do a group photo.
Have fun, be safe.
nicemustang
03-13-2009, 10:26 AM
OK, we'll be setup around 8:30 or so right on the point. For those that don't want to drive on, you can walk on, only about 50 feet or so. Weather is looking good so it should be a great time.
http://i405.photobucket.com/albums/pp140/nicemustang11/Fishing/chain.jpg
WalleyeDeitz
03-13-2009, 04:19 PM
I am in with 2 small kids and a friend. No worries about extra Chili as I think too many Chili eaters on the same end of the lake could be dangerous. Besides when my mother finds out I am meeting someone I met in a chat room she is going to want to beat me, not to mention how mad she would be if I ate some of your special Rufies Chili.
We will be driving a white Toyota Tacoma and will have a 14'x16' wall tent with stove.
See you there, I will have my $5 in hand and will hopefully be heading home with a thousdand.
Walleye Deitz
WalleyeDeitz
03-13-2009, 04:22 PM
One more thing, you guys are welcome to use my wood stove for any cooking/heating.
Dang thats a big tent. I think this just turned from a fish'n trip to a cabaret
BearnDown
03-13-2009, 06:03 PM
So we're going to be 4 adults and a 5 year old. Grey chev 3/4 ton with huntin stickers on the back window.
Sandalius
03-14-2009, 12:23 AM
Hey nicemustang, I'm gonna try to make it down on sunday too. I haven't fished chain lakes since I was a kid , should be a blast. Does anybody know how many people are going or thinking about going ???
Hopefully I will see you all on the ice
lonewolf
SuCraM
03-14-2009, 12:09 PM
Sorry boys but it turns out i cant make this last excursion. Tight lines to all and have a great time. Hope to see you all on the first open water get together.
Ok I have all the plates , bowls spoons ect. If there is anything els I can do or bring just let me know. Will see you all out there. Leaveing Calgary @ 0700.
BearnDown
03-14-2009, 08:46 PM
I hate to do this, but it looks like I have to jam out too, due to.......uh.... unforseen matrimonial circumstances lol (translation for the single guys: Wifes ****ed :rolleyes: )
Had a wicked day on Clear today, 2 big ones and a bunch of smaller ones, pics to follow, once I get Mama calmed down lol
The Fisherman Guy
03-14-2009, 10:02 PM
Had a great day out at Travers today, looking forward to tomorrow at Chain!
Hope to see everyone out for another great day on the ice tomorrow! I will also be leaving around 0700 tomorrow morning.
James Henry
03-15-2009, 05:32 AM
Would love to be there today, just got off work and need to be back at 4pm. Have a great day
goober
03-15-2009, 05:48 AM
Don't forget to post a bunch of pics for those of us that could not attend!!! If I was home I would have made the drive down but Indiana is a little far. I look forward to getting the opportunity to fish with some of the boy's from the south next year!!
Just dragged my friends out of bed, getting ready to pick up Buck Krazy. Be driving a beat up old black Acura and a blue Mazda. See ya'll out there!!
The Fisherman Guy
03-15-2009, 05:24 PM
That was awesome, thanks to all who came out! I had a great time, looking forward to the next one!
nicemustang
03-15-2009, 06:02 PM
I think JTS1 took all the pics...hopefully he post some. That was definitely really fun. Just had a nice fish fry :)
BearnDown
03-15-2009, 07:17 PM
For some reason, completley unknown to me....... my wife changed her mind this morning and decided she HAD to go fishing this morning (women are weird). But she didn't wanna go trout fishin to Chain, shes done that and she knows the size of the fish that come outta there. Shes seen the size of the Pike we've caught latley at Clear and wanted to go there.
Long story short, I think I caught the Alberta Angler of the year Pike today. I've got pics comin outta my yoo hoo, I'll post em up as soon as I get him filleted and my hands washed up lol.
Hope you guys had a good time today........
WalleyeDeitz
03-15-2009, 09:09 PM
Well all, we had a wicked day at Chain Lakes and to the Fisherman Guy, thanks a bunch for the wicked Chili, it is by far the best Ive ever had. Really enjoyed the spicyness of it.
Anyways, the fishing was slow in the big tent today but it was still nice to get out and meet a bunch of other fishermen/women.....darn women, whos idea was it to bring girls? everyone knows when that happens, they always catch the biggest fish.....the gals tent had a pile of trout outside before the big tent had even had a bite....must be the smell of perfume on the worms.....good job.
Look forward to hooking up with some of you in the future as I always find it fun to fish and chat with people new. I have some pics as well from today I will try to get posted a bit later.
Take care.
http://i274.photobucket.com/albums/jj253/jts1_album/Year%20End/Picture024.jpg Well you guys That was a great day. I have first got to say thanx for the best chilli EVER , and second , the use of the wall tent. I have said it before and I will say it again , the people on here are top notch. I didnt get many fish but the bottle of Jamisons helped with that. The fact that my wife took the cash ... Well not so good Im going to hear about that for a LONG LONG time. Cant wait till the next get together. Here is a link to all the pics from today I think you can save from there If not just send me a pm with email and I will send..
http://photobucket.com/YearEndChainLake
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