Setting the Record Straight for This Group

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Permalink Reply by Mark Wells on February 23, 2010 at 10:51pm

Amen Jordan.

Permalink Reply by N. Dillon on February 23, 2010 at 11:01pm

All,

I truly enjoy this site that Jordon works so hard at keeping up and running. As most of you know I a member of Chap 57 with many friends within CMA. Personally, I don't care who's from where but I agree that things were getting carried away. I enjoyed reading the about the current news and trying to stay up to date since I'm currently deployed to Iraq. However, over the past several months anytime I posted something that someone didn't agree with of one reason or another my post would be deleted. Anyone who has read these posting would remember that I was very respectful that this was a mostly CMA site and never post the other clubs information within the Musky forum. Sure early on I did make a few slip ups and it was explained to me and I complied. I have no personnel issues with any person or group, I don't agree with certain points of view from time to time but that simply life in general.

Let’s all learn from this and move forward without all the BS, and if someone is offending another, take it to that person and explain it but not into a public forum. I did that once last year to Mr. Wells and to this day I realize how much of a mistake it was. I'm not perfect but I'm will to accept that and apologize when I error.

If anyone would like to discuss this further please feel free to e-mail me.

Thanks for your time.

N Dillon

Permalink Reply by Todd Reis on February 23, 2010 at 11:35pm

Thanks Jordan. Todd

Permalink Reply by Don Wittenberger on February 24, 2010 at 12:05am

I would like to encourage everyone in both clubs to put personal differences aside and focus on our common love of the sport of musky fishing and what we can do, either individually or together, for the good of the sport.

Many of you may be familiar with "the statute of limitations" in law. This means that after a certain period of time you can no longer file a claim or lawsuit. The term is also used in ordinary conversation in a broader sense. It means there comes a time to put what happened in the past behind us. The concept exists in the law because society has a practical need to move on from the past in order to deal with the present and future. We have the same need in our personal lives and relationships.

May I suggest that the "statute of limitations" has run out on the differences that divided the two groups. Enough time has gone by since those events to put them away for good and turn our attention to the present and future of our sport. If you feel old feelings coming back, remember the "statute of limitations" concept, and tell yourself, "Time's up. I'm not going to have those feelings anymore."

Permalink Reply by N. Dillon on February 24, 2010 at 5:15am

Shut up DJ.......LOL

D.J. Hemp said:

This is why it takes you guys 10,000 cast to catch 1 musky!
To much time online and not enough on the water!

Permalink Reply by RaMcVey on February 24, 2010 at 6:25am

What bickering? So far as I recall nothing has happened recently. I guess someone was wrong with their accusation!

Permalink Reply by 24_7fishing on February 24, 2010 at 10:24am

"The statute of limitations" very well said! I am new to this site and look forward to reading some great things from its members. Good helpful positive advice is always welcome from my end.

Permalink Reply by Kevin Bye on February 24, 2010 at 6:27pm

haha, No way....if you eat a bass or musky,your bowels will explode,releasing toxins
into your bloodstream. Its a very slow and painful death. I know,I responded on a 911 call like this and I saw it on an episode of House.


I have to agree with Rich,what bickering? Maybe I missed something.

Clif Kincaid said:

Dont make me come into this forum and talk about all the BBQ Muskipies Kevin B. and I have had.Most scrumptious fillets ever!!

Permalink Reply by Kevin Bye on February 24, 2010 at 7:18pm

Clif,your playing with my emotions. Write me a post it note the next time we go bass'n to kick you in the nuts. haha

Permalink Reply by Todd Reis on February 24, 2010 at 8:08pm

Mr.W, I only half heartly agree with your statement. You are right on about supporting the Musky fishery..Thats about it though.We (CMA) came here to do a couple of things. Promote the fishery..promote a catch,photo and release idea. To FISH! To talk about it and share info to help other folks get onto the same enjoyment that we all have about Muskies in general.Did I mention FISH? We came here to get away from the politics of a National organization. We did not split. We chose to resign..thats way different. We are not a part of M.I period. We have Musky Tournaments because 1. its a freekin blast. 2.) you meet a bunch of great fisherpersons. 3.) its a fundraiser for our club. 4.) its a freegin blast to fish these fish!5.) its competitive..you against the fish..nothing better than that 6.) To promote Cascade Musky Association..WE ARE WASHINGTON STATES' OWN!
There is now controversy here.Huh? ok. We came here to get out of that politico stuff. We are a small yet very productive group that are very dedicated to the fishery and the community.We are movers! We are leaders! We are doers! We are friends and we will back each other up! WE ARE WASHINGTON STATES' OWN! We grow each day as people and outdoors persons. We learn. We teach and we FISH. This is our forte'... To FISH.
The us vs. them thing is not on us. We didnt do anything.Didnt start it,stayed away from it. Period. A couple of folks just need to understand that!You can either join us or get out of the way. Or they need to do whatever it is that they are doing.But do it over there. We have moved onward. Trying to promote the fishery and all positives of this fish being here. They need to stop..
"Statute of Limitations" for what? Mr.W, you stating something here that you shouldnt be saying? What the hell? We have brought on board a bunch of folks that want to FISH Muskies.I have personally taken people out just for the thrill of this ride of a lifetime. They visit this site all the time..We promote the day lights out of it at each meeting. We tell our members go to www.wafish.com Every meeting! So i dont know guys. We have not been saying or doing anything wrong here..Theres no bickering here. Theres no bickering while talkin' fishing. All i want (as do my CMA comrades) is get in my boat and FISH for these Tigers. And put a 50" + inch fish in the net..Just gotta wait a bit yet... And eat some bass..thats for our new friend Clif..dont worry they taste "muddy" so i wont'and dont. Besides i like apples more....and we will keep the fishing reports coming..thanks

Todd Reis
VP/Membership Director
Cascade Musky Association
Jordan if ya wanna talk about this post feel free to email me. Or hell call me..253.985.0414
Don Wittenberger said:

I would like to encourage everyone in both clubs to put personal differences aside and focus on our common love of the sport of musky fishing and what we can do, either individually or together, for the good of the sport.

Many of you may be familiar with "the statute of limitations" in law. This means that after a certain period of time you can no longer file a claim or lawsuit. The term is also used in ordinary conversation in a broader sense. It means there comes a time to put what happened in the past behind us. The concept exists in the law because society has a practical need to move on from the past in order to deal with the present and future. We have the same need in our personal lives and relationships.

May I suggest that the "statute of limitations" has run out on the differences that divided the two groups. Enough time has gone by since those events to put them away for good and turn our attention to the present and future of our sport. If you feel old feelings coming back, remember the "statute of limitations" concept, and tell yourself, "Time's up. I'm not going to have those feelings anymore."

Permalink Reply by Kevin Bye on February 24, 2010 at 9:37pm

This year I plan on fishing Mayfield way more. You still interested in fishing the Mayfield Open?

Clif Kincaid said:

HAHA...Just so you CMA folks know I am playing with KB.TOYS..I would like to get my arse whipped by a muskie.Kevin and I may take a trip or 2 to the Field to see if he can put me on one.In turn I will get him some good bassin in..

Kevin Bye said:

Clif,your playing with my emotions. Write me a post it note the next time we go bass'n to kick you in the nuts. haha

Permalink Reply by Mark Wells on February 24, 2010 at 11:56pm

I agee with you Todd. Well said.
Don, I know you mean well but type your statute of limitations post on the other musky site. That's where it's needed.
CMA is not interested in political BS. We are way to busy having fun and fishing.
Mark