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dragonslayer (CA)

Was born to fish and destined to die with rod in hand. Am a multi-species angler that will fish for anything with fins as time, space, and season allow. Wish to catch all species, large and small, from both big and little water.

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OPEN LETTER TO BOUNTY

Posted Oct 4, 2008 by dragonslayer (CA)
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 Dear Bounty,

A few thoughts about your website. Firstly, I must congratulate all of you for finally creating a network for fisherman all over the world t share ideas, stories, and of course, pictures. I love this website!It is the "fishbook" of cyberspace, an awesome networking tool for like-minded people to keep in touch despite the long distances that often separate us. I have made several cyberbuddies through Bounty across the continent and hope someday to be able to fish with them in their home waters.
One thing that continues to astonish me is the sheer talent of all the anglers out there and their levels of passion and commitment to the sport. There are some serious guys out there! And for those who gripe on the blogs about the same winners time and time again I say there is a reason they are always on the scoreboard. They are committed, disciplined, focused, know what they are doing and are always on the water with a never say die attitude. We should be proud of them for their accomplishments.
Thirdly, I used to think that I was the only one obssessed with fishing and that there was something inherently wrong with me for thinking that fishing was more important than anything else. I had decided along time ago that I would view the world through a fisherman's optic. I thought I was the only one but know I see there are other tribe members as well. This come as a great relief to my sense of questionable sanity - thank-you!
Continue the excellent work! Bounty Rocks!
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kneedeep
kneedeep (posted Dec 3, 2008)
As for myself,it's the only "sane "thing left to do.People here in "Bounty" haven't lost it,they've found it,IT being total contentment and appreciation for what we're here for.I don't know about you guys,but in that short time when the fish aren't biting,I'm looking around and soaking up the sites and sounds around me and like a drug addict I can't get enough.And when I leave that fishing spot bound for home,I can't help feeling a little sad.I guess the endorphines are subsiding and reality comes into play once more.I'm happy to see so many "real people"here..GL to all.
dasfish
dasfish (posted Nov 1, 2008)
Only loser complain about winners, these individuals always have excuses. If you want to win at Bounty you need to take the postmaster code., "Neither rain, nor sleet, nor......" you get the point. I lost two fish this saturday well over 12lbs. Rain came.. then it came hard real hard for hours. I kept two thing in mind; the fish I lost would have put me in first, and I kept repeating fish SLOWER .. then wham.. another Florida Football Bass.(wide as it is long) .. this fish just put me in first. Let's just see if it stays there this week! Bounty has yields some very good big fish anglers. thanks for ramping me up for the 2009 BFL season!
Bowriverblog
Bowriverblog (posted Oct 8, 2008)
Yes Bounty does Rock my fishing friend. Great letter of gratitude you wrote here, I admire that!!! I like the part of the letter stated "They are committed, disciplined, focused, know what they are doing and are always on the water with a never say die attitude." That's a recipe for a winner for sure. No whining over here in Alberta, I just sit back and smile at all the wonderful photo's and excellent stories of the memories we all create while doing what we love most! Fishing !!! Thanks for the awesome post.... ~Mike.
freshwaterphi
freshwaterphi (posted Oct 7, 2008)
I agree, this has to be the largest community of fishing nuts/addicts that I ever visited. The constant posts and repeat success by the leaders are proof of that. Many anglers that are passionate about what they do claim to be "big fishermen", this board is for real and has serious, talented and experinced anglers. Wish I could compete.
Rodney
Rodney (posted Oct 7, 2008)
Well done! Fishing keeps you healthy.I can't remember the last time I was sick,but I do remember my last fishing trip.
snookmagnet
snookmagnet (posted Oct 5, 2008)
Redfishmagnet and I are right there with all of ya! Good stuff!!
martycoo
martycoo (posted Oct 5, 2008)
I agree 1000% with everyword! P.S. Has anyone saw the Musky that jumped at me yesterday Id like to return the favour and scare the shit outta him!!!! Mike :)
Steve P
Steve P (posted Oct 4, 2008)
YAAAAAHOOOOO!!!!!!!!!
CortezFisherman
CortezFisherman (posted Oct 4, 2008)
ROCK ON BOUNTY ROCKER I enjoy the communications so much I even find myself giving out catch details in messages... Have I gone mad???
DaleHollowTroller
DaleHollowTroller (posted Oct 4, 2008)
Bravo Jim, My sentiments exactly.It's great to connect with other people with the sickness and compete in my own way. Dave
bassindow
bassindow (posted Oct 4, 2008)
Thanks Jim, there are plenty of houses around me for sale LOL!I spend alot of time on the water ways to learn where, what foods are being eaten and how the fish are feeding .And it is definately dedication to fishing! thanks to my wife for being so understanding for my passion .And for my kids who ask me as soon as I get home ,"daddy are we winning?"And thanks to BOUNTY for the pressure that keeeps me out till almost mid night on a Sunday night before the work week! bassindow
fishing4tails
fishing4tails (posted Oct 4, 2008)
very well said, BOUNTY ROCKS!! We all have a place called home, for us anglers it's Bounty.
JIM153
JIM153 (posted Oct 4, 2008)
I'M NOT JEALOUS OF THE PAST WINNERS!WAH!WAH! WAH! I JUST DONATE!!!!!!!GO BOUNTY!!!! WISH I LIVED WHERE BASSINDOW LIVES!!! GO PETE ! JIM153 IN POLUTED BOCA RATON. IT WASNT LIKE THIS 20 YRS AGO !!!! PEACE OUT JIM153.....
FISHINMA
FISHINMA (posted Oct 4, 2008)
RIGHT ON!! People say I'm NUTS and all I have to say back is "YA, I'M FISHIN NUTS"! Slayer I agree with you! Bountyfishing is addicting! Have to check in when I'm not at the fishinhole just to see the excitement on here! Smiles Always! MA
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