**** Dam - Page 2

trout_god · 08-07-12, 12:31 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Pappy

I'm sorry, but I have no pitty for you.

I wouldn't want yours, or anyone else's pity. I saw the day as a success. For me, fishing is supposed to be about learning, not catching fish, though that is a benefit. I did not fail, I merely found many things not to do and how to improve them.

trout_god · 08-07-12, 12:35 AM

Mog, 1st, I won't be there this weekend. I'm going out of town to visit my crotchety grandfather to celebrate his 90th birthday. 2nd, you're avatar is one that keeps me perplexed and watching intently for a few minutes every time I log on.

BOATERFISH · 08-07-12, 08:17 AM

that was me you spoke to in the parking lot. sorry you got turned around on the other side of the bridge. This time of year most of the trails can get a bit over grown and a bit hard to pick out in spots. I did notice you were a bit off balance. The dam area can be a bit slick on the rocks

that's why I use the float tube. having bad knees, it makes it a bit more comfortable and safer cover more water as well. just pick you feet up and drift down to the next hole.

I hope your next experience there is much more productive. PM me the next time you are going I will be happy to meet you there and show you around a bit.

Bruce

trout_god · 08-07-12, 09:45 AM

BOATERFISH, the reason I was unsteady is because, when I was 10, 11 years ago, I had brain cancer that messed with the part of my brain that controls balance. So I stumble around like I'm drunk a lot, it'll suck when a cop makes me walk the line.

BOATERFISH · 08-07-12, 10:33 AM

glad you made it through that. but yet another reason for a float tube on the hooch.

I can tell you from experience, going down in swift water and slick rocks can make for a real bad day.

one other thing if you are not that familure with the river,

Be sure to take note of the water release schedule. 770-945-1466 you don't want to be caught off guard.

bigorangefan · 08-07-12, 06:47 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by trout_god

I did not fail, I merely found many things not to do and how to improve them.

This reminds me of a quote by Thomas Edison when he was asked why it took him 1000 tries to get a lightbulb to work.

He said he figured out 999 ways that it would not work...

This seems like a great approach to Fly Fishing. Now if only I could remember more than 20 things....

trout_god · 08-07-12, 10:09 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by bigorangefan

This reminds me of a quote by Thomas Edison when he was asked why it took him 1000 tries to get a lightbulb to work.

He said he figured out 999 ways that it would not work...

This seems like a great approach to Fly Fishing. Now if only I could remember more than 20 things....

I actually evolved my philosophy from that saying.

Prowler · 08-07-12, 11:05 PM

HAHAHA Thanks for the post. That made me laugh. I could almost see your entire trip in my head as I read it. You have a good outlook on it.

The dam (Especially down at bowman's) is some treacherous wading for sure. A walking staff is a must have piece of gear. Hopefully I can meet you out there soon and things will go better.

Architorture · 08-08-12, 03:36 PM

I'm just trying to figure out how in the world you settled on "Trout God" as your handle? :rofl:

Keep at it, man. My first few times out on the river were disasters and were pretty frustrating for someone who'd never really had a lot of trouble catching fish in his life.

trout_god · 08-09-12, 12:02 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Architorture

I'm just trying to figure out how in the world you settled on "Trout God" as your handle? :rofl:

I chose Trout_God because I am such a novice and was being subtly ironic.

08-07-12, 12:35 AM	#12
trout_god Native Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Lawrenceville Posts: 152	Mog, 1st, I won't be there this weekend. I'm going out of town to visit my crotchety grandfather to celebrate his 90th birthday. 2nd, you're avatar is one that keeps me perplexed and watching intently for a few minutes every time I log on. __________________ Trout_god

08-07-12, 09:45 AM	#14
trout_god Native Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Lawrenceville Posts: 152	BOATERFISH, the reason I was unsteady is because, when I was 10, 11 years ago, I had brain cancer that messed with the part of my brain that controls balance. So I stumble around like I'm drunk a lot, it'll suck when a cop makes me walk the line. __________________ Trout_god

08-07-12, 10:33 AM	#15
BOATERFISH Native Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Sugar Hill Posts: 80	glad you made it through that. but yet another reason for a float tube on the hooch. I can tell you from experience, going down in swift water and slick rocks can make for a real bad day. one other thing if you are not that familure with the river, Be sure to take note of the water release schedule. 770-945-1466 you don't want to be caught off guard. Last edited by BOATERFISH; 08-07-12 at 11:15 AM.

08-07-12, 11:05 PM	#18
Prowler Native, aka Tooga Prowler Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Statham, GA Posts: 3,126	HAHAHA Thanks for the post. That made me laugh. I could almost see your entire trip in my head as I read it. You have a good outlook on it. The dam (Especially down at bowman's) is some treacherous wading for sure. A walking staff is a must have piece of gear. Hopefully I can meet you out there soon and things will go better. __________________ I know where they live, I know what they eat. Now it's time to fool them with thread, feathers and roadkill.

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08-07-12, 08:17 AM	#13
BOATERFISH Native Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Sugar Hill Posts: 80	that was me you spoke to in the parking lot. sorry you got turned around on the other side of the bridge. This time of year most of the trails can get a bit over grown and a bit hard to pick out in spots. I did notice you were a bit off balance. The dam area can be a bit slick on the rocks that's why I use the float tube. having bad knees, it makes it a bit more comfortable and safer cover more water as well. just pick you feet up and drift down to the next hole. I hope your next experience there is much more productive. PM me the next time you are going I will be happy to meet you there and show you around a bit. Bruce

08-08-12, 03:36 PM	#19
Architorture Native Join Date: Mar 2011 Posts: 559	I'm just trying to figure out how in the world you settled on "Trout God" as your handle? :rofl: Keep at it, man. My first few times out on the river were disasters and were pretty frustrating for someone who'd never really had a lot of trouble catching fish in his life.