Forget everything you thought you knew about predicting winners for FOTW. Forget using an entire history of information as a basis for future performance. Forget that Jillian's first walleye ever was over 20 inches. Forget that it took Trent an eternity to reach that bar. Forget all that and just look at recent history. 2009 is a well documented, and frequently revisited year for Trent. 29 inch Walleye, 41 inch pike (Not on the day of the Virtue. Bernie knows what I am talking about.) 2011 saw his boat bring in 3 fish over 24 inches on the first day. Trent is not only one of the best boat captains in camp but he is also quickly becoming the guy people look over their shoulder for in the fish catching department. Is this year? Put it on your calendar boys. July 3rd, 2013, the day Trent is publicly named the odds on favorite (after me, of course) to win FOTW. His challenge? Staying on the water long enough to catch the big fish (that place doesn't landscape itself, ya' know.) Not to mention the fact, this is a full camp. The co-camp director, while a self-assigned title, still comes with responsibility of ensuring each member of the camp has what they need to enjoy their week in the bush. I think he is up to the task. Time will tell. Trent, this is the opportunity you have waited your whole life for. Don't screw it up.
Edit #1: screw it. Trent wants to take the other side. I always say, you can't win all the awards if you don't win the first one. I will take my WTF award and add it to my shelf along with fisherman of the week. You have all been up there with Trent long enough to know this prediction wasn't all that realistic anyway. I think that is where I went wrong. You have to make it a little bit plausible. Also, Trent and Aaron C., you had better pray to everything holy you don't draw my name for the Virtue. There is not a lure in my box that will get wet that day...and I am not bringing a filet knife.
Official Disclaimer: If this were the TV show survivor, this is what would be referred to as trying to form an alliance. You see, the backstabbing of my brother is bound to come up at some point (read: every day) during the week and I am going to need to drum up some support. I don't think I am going to get it from Troy after his spotlight, so I have drifted into uncharted waters.
Official Disclaimer: If this were the TV show survivor, this is what would be referred to as trying to form an alliance. You see, the backstabbing of my brother is bound to come up at some point (read: every day) during the week and I am going to need to drum up some support. I don't think I am going to get it from Troy after his spotlight, so I have drifted into uncharted waters.
I'm truly impressed with all of the thought and sentimentality put into this spotlight. I especially like the odds on favorite after me statement. The disclaimer was a nice touch. I am trying to figure out the suck up angle (maybe it's because you pissed off your brother and might need a fishing partner).
ReplyDeleteAaron, there is a waiting list to fish with me. I may however, be trying to sway the WTF odds in Bernie or Cody's favor.
ReplyDeleteFive steps to a perfect yard. Maybe a challenge at the Chutes but I will work at it. No one at Pine Lake but 10 coming from the Chutes. Should be afternoon when we fly in. I'll keep you posted or Steve will as my wife is leaving for Charlotte & I don't know how to turn on the computer.
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Texas Bob
I don't think anyone will notice if your computer is off, Uncle Bob. I hope those guys don't catch all the fish. I would hate for you guys to be at an even bigger disadvantage. They are going to have terrible weather. Our weather is looking really good as of right now. Most importantly on fly-in day. I'd hate to have to pay 87 dollars to sleep in Troy's van.
ReplyDeleteYou know Ryan, I was really touched by my spotlight right up to the time I read the disclaimer at the bottom. I am concerned about your mental stability. Some of the stunts your have pulled lately warrants some major concern about your ability to captain a boat this year. It might be time to demote you to the front of the boat agaiin.
ReplyDeleteAnyone who would rat out his younger brother has lost all credibility. I believe it is time you do some soul searching.
Oh that's bullshit. Wait until you see how quick I can find that edit button.
ReplyDeleteI'm worried about the days he fishes with Connor or Will. Probably drop them off in the weeds and make them fish from shore. If you're looking to form an alliance, maybe go with the "I just cost my brother a shitload of money" club. You and Motown will have some awesome stories to share. I just picked up a can of fine cut and batteries for the camera. I already have sandys email so I should be able to get her any footage of things she may need to see just as soon as we hit the border.
ReplyDeleteIf you don't think I have already prepared her for what you might try to do to get back at me, you are crazy.
ReplyDeleteYou've got to plan ahead for contingencies. A lesson you would have been best served learning 3 weeks ago instead of now.
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