Tigerspawn, I hope i haven't mislead anyone. My Alaska comment was tongue in cheek and in reference to the crazy cold weather. This is in Northern Ontario. Just wanted to be clear.

Lunk, I always travel solo for this trip but next spring you can be my partner if you like. I need 7 days from you and youre set. Stay at my place for one night before we leave and then one night after your return. We'll be in touch.

Gaspaco, Im the guy in the wool knit sweater holding the lake trout.

Thanks PPWC.

SD, no brown bears where i am. BUT, we had a recent record black bear bow kill 45 mins away. Over 700lbs.

Euroholic, force of habit from previous employment.