Thanks to NWC Contributors

We missed a lot of the ROFB regulars this past weekend in Wisconsin. As
usual all the competitors were treated cordially by the Rhinelanders and
made to feel welcome by everyone we met. Make it a point to attend next
year.

Fluctuating weather and water temps on Mohawksin made fishing unusually
difficult, and I was fortunate to weigh in even a single bass the first day
and place fifth. We were on bass all weekend, but getting them to bite (or
in the boat) was extremely tough. Despite that, the days we spent exploring,
learning, and fishing the lake were a wonderful vacation and a good way to
cap off a great summer.

At the awards dinner at the Hubers, Steve Huber presented me with a book
donated by Joan Belongia of Brown Street Books in Rhinelander, _The Heart of
a Champion_ by Frank Deford. I was delighted! What a wonderful way to
recognize the attributes of winners and honor athletes who have exemplified
them over the past eight decades. I'm putting this book on the coffee table
in our reception area to encourage us to have the heart of champions.

I also received some excellent soft plastic lures, compliments of Driftwood
Lures, a much-needed Yo-Zuri crankbait (did Jack Dalzell arrange that?),
Stren fishing line, a few packs of Berkley Yum worms, some innovative jig
heads, and a Zoom shad kit and camo cartridge box. Secret Weapon Lures
donated Firetiger Perch spinnerbaits and Midnight Snack buzzrbaits. Other
items given out at the awards dinner were from Moe Conway (Zoom kits,
Shimano reel, Lure Magic spray, camouflaged folding camp chairs, Gerber
knife sharpener, Shrade knife, multi tools.... probably more) Ronnie
Garrison (tackle box), Jim Laumann (Gander Mtn. gift certificate), and
embroidered jacket by the shop that does Outdoors Frontiers logo-wear... A
lot of folks pitched in products and prizes to make this a fun event. I know
I missed some... I hope Steve will post a complete list to give credit to
all those folks.

Recognizing local sponsors and contributions personally makes soliciting
donations in future years easier and more productive as well. Their
donations are usually appropriate and are always appreciated, fostering a
very positive impression of the entire community. This morning I mailed a
thank-you note to Brown Street Books. I understand that this is not the
first time they showed support for this event; previously one of our
number -- was it Ronnie? -- received books they donated. I think they were
mystery novels set in Rhinelander and involving fishing.

I especially want to recognize Steve and Janet Huber, whose schedules were
turned upside down last week as they played host to this annual event. The
items they collected and arrangements they made took considerable time and
effort, I'm sure, and Janet put on a feast Saturday night that was easily
the culinary highlight of the week. If you've not tried "bear bourguignon,"
you're really missing a rare treat. It was delicious! Of course, Janet also
served up platters of grilled brats and buckets of beer -- the national
foods of Wisconsin, evidently -- to an appreciated crowd of hungry anglers.
Thanks, Janet and Steve.

Joe

"Joe Haubenreich" (removethis)swljoe-at-secretweaponlures.com wrote in
message ...
We missed a lot of the ROFB regulars this past weekend in Wisconsin. As
usual all the competitors were treated cordially by the Rhinelanders and
made to feel welcome by everyone we met. Make it a point to attend next
year.

You're absolutely right Joe, there were some regular faces that were missed.

I'd like to give a great big THANK YOU to the people and businesses that
supported this year's Northwoods Classic with prizes and donations.


Jim Laumann - $25 Gander Mountain Gift Certificate



Fritz Nordengren - Water Bottles



Moe Conway - Folding Knife, Knife Sharpener, Zoom Fluke Kits, Folding Camp
Chairs, Fishing Line, Cooler

Ronnie Garrison - Cooler, Tackle Box, Bass Pro Shops Watch

Secret Weapon Lures - http://www.secretweaponlures.com - Spinnerbaits and
Buzzbaits


Driftwood Lures - http://www.driftwoodlures.com - Assorted Soft Plastic
Lures

Gander Mountain, Wausau Store #126 - http://www.gandermountain.com - Yo-Zuri
crankbaits, Line, Gulp Soft Plastic Lures

Mel's Trading Post - 105 S. Brown St. Rhinelander, WI 54501 1-800-236-MELS -
Okuma Avenger spinning reel

Shoeder's Marine - http://www.shoedersmarine.com - Rod Holder and Boat
Cleaning Brush

Auto Value - 535 Lincoln St. Rhinelander, WI 54501 715-365-6404 - Ratchet
Straps

TTI Company - http://www.truturnhooks.com - Blakemore Reel Magic

Hodag Honda - 1355 Chippewa, Rhinelander, WI 54501 715-365-3820 - Honda
Baseball caps



Auto Zone - 1510 Lincoln St., Rhinelander, WI 54501 715-369-8822 - Emergency
Air Compressor/Jumpstarter



Fin Tech Tackle Company - http://www.fin-techco.com - Title Shot Jigs

Reflections Taxidermy - 715-477-1050 - Replica mount of Big Bass


Northstand Distributions - http://www.northstanddistributions.com - Camo
Carry Cases

Heckel's Marine - http://www.heckels.com - Pull Tube and Gallon of Outboard
Oil

Boat Sport Marina - http://www.boatsport.com - First Aid Kits



Lakeland Tru Value - 3011 Lincoln St. Rhinelander, WI 54501 715-369-3011 -
Cordless Spotlight



CarQuest - 1830 N. Stevens St., Rhinelander, WI 54501 715-362-5488 - Multi
Tools

In-Stitches - 33 W. Davenport St., Rhinelander, WI 54501 715-369-7600 -
Embroidered Jacket

Brown Street Books - 25 S. Brown St., Rhinelander, WI 54501 715-362-5111 -
The Heart of a Champion book

Aquatic Arts Bait & Tackle - http://www.fishinproshop.com - Rod and Reel
Combo



Please, if you won one of the sponsor's prize donations, drop them a line of
thanks, or if possible, stop in and thank them personally. Without their
generosity, we wouldn't have the nice gifts that we do every year.



Thank you to all that support The Northwoods Classic and thank you to all
that attended this year. I hope that next year will be even bigger and
better!
--
Steve @ OutdoorFrontiers
http://www.outdoorfrontiers.com
G & S Guide Service and Custom Rods
http://www.herefishyfishy.com

Sounds like everyone got that wonderful Huber hospitality I miss so much. I
was mildly depressed all weekend about not being there. Wife suggests prozac
to make it through what I am sure will be another horrible winter. She says
I'm just not right between November and April, Gee I wonder why that
is??????


"Steve @ OutdoorFrontiers" wrote in
message ...

"Joe Haubenreich" (removethis)swljoe-at-secretweaponlures.com wrote in
message ...
We missed a lot of the ROFB regulars this past weekend in Wisconsin. As
usual all the competitors were treated cordially by the Rhinelanders and
made to feel welcome by everyone we met. Make it a point to attend next
year.

You're absolutely right Joe, there were some regular faces that were
missed.

I'd like to give a great big THANK YOU to the people and businesses that
supported this year's Northwoods Classic with prizes and donations.


Jim Laumann - $25 Gander Mountain Gift Certificate



Fritz Nordengren - Water Bottles



Moe Conway - Folding Knife, Knife Sharpener, Zoom Fluke Kits, Folding Camp
Chairs, Fishing Line, Cooler

Ronnie Garrison - Cooler, Tackle Box, Bass Pro Shops Watch

Secret Weapon Lures - http://www.secretweaponlures.com - Spinnerbaits and
Buzzbaits


Driftwood Lures - http://www.driftwoodlures.com - Assorted Soft Plastic
Lures

Gander Mountain, Wausau Store #126 - http://www.gandermountain.com -
Yo-Zuri crankbaits, Line, Gulp Soft Plastic Lures

Mel's Trading Post - 105 S. Brown St. Rhinelander, WI 54501
1-800-236-MELS - Okuma Avenger spinning reel

Shoeder's Marine - http://www.shoedersmarine.com - Rod Holder and Boat
Cleaning Brush

Auto Value - 535 Lincoln St. Rhinelander, WI 54501 715-365-6404 - Ratchet
Straps

TTI Company - http://www.truturnhooks.com - Blakemore Reel Magic

Hodag Honda - 1355 Chippewa, Rhinelander, WI 54501 715-365-3820 - Honda
Baseball caps



Auto Zone - 1510 Lincoln St., Rhinelander, WI 54501 715-369-8822 -
Emergency Air Compressor/Jumpstarter



Fin Tech Tackle Company - http://www.fin-techco.com - Title Shot Jigs

Reflections Taxidermy - 715-477-1050 - Replica mount of Big Bass


Northstand Distributions - http://www.northstanddistributions.com - Camo
Carry Cases

Heckel's Marine - http://www.heckels.com - Pull Tube and Gallon of
Outboard Oil

Boat Sport Marina - http://www.boatsport.com - First Aid Kits



Lakeland Tru Value - 3011 Lincoln St. Rhinelander, WI 54501 715-369-3011 -
Cordless Spotlight



CarQuest - 1830 N. Stevens St., Rhinelander, WI 54501 715-362-5488 -
Multi Tools

In-Stitches - 33 W. Davenport St., Rhinelander, WI 54501 715-369-7600 -
Embroidered Jacket

Brown Street Books - 25 S. Brown St., Rhinelander, WI 54501 715-362-5111 -
The Heart of a Champion book

Aquatic Arts Bait & Tackle - http://www.fishinproshop.com - Rod and Reel
Combo



Please, if you won one of the sponsor's prize donations, drop them a line
of thanks, or if possible, stop in and thank them personally. Without
their generosity, we wouldn't have the nice gifts that we do every year.



Thank you to all that support The Northwoods Classic and thank you to all
that attended this year. I hope that next year will be even bigger and
better!
--
Steve @ OutdoorFrontiers
http://www.outdoorfrontiers.com
G & S Guide Service and Custom Rods
http://www.herefishyfishy.com

Randy,that sounds like an opportune time to mention a move South and fish
year round. (just to keep you off the prozac of course)
"alwaysfishking" wrote in message
news
Sounds like everyone got that wonderful Huber hospitality I miss so much.
I was mildly depressed all weekend about not being there. Wife suggests
prozac to make it through what I am sure will be another horrible winter.
She says I'm just not right between November and April, Gee I wonder why
that is??????


"Steve @ OutdoorFrontiers" wrote in
message ...

"Joe Haubenreich" (removethis)swljoe-at-secretweaponlures.com wrote in
message ...
We missed a lot of the ROFB regulars this past weekend in Wisconsin. As
usual all the competitors were treated cordially by the Rhinelanders and
made to feel welcome by everyone we met. Make it a point to attend next
year.

You're absolutely right Joe, there were some regular faces that were
missed.

I'd like to give a great big THANK YOU to the people and businesses that
supported this year's Northwoods Classic with prizes and donations.


Jim Laumann - $25 Gander Mountain Gift Certificate



Fritz Nordengren - Water Bottles



Moe Conway - Folding Knife, Knife Sharpener, Zoom Fluke Kits, Folding
Camp Chairs, Fishing Line, Cooler

Ronnie Garrison - Cooler, Tackle Box, Bass Pro Shops Watch

Secret Weapon Lures - http://www.secretweaponlures.com - Spinnerbaits and
Buzzbaits


Driftwood Lures - http://www.driftwoodlures.com - Assorted Soft Plastic
Lures

Gander Mountain, Wausau Store #126 - http://www.gandermountain.com -
Yo-Zuri crankbaits, Line, Gulp Soft Plastic Lures

Mel's Trading Post - 105 S. Brown St. Rhinelander, WI 54501
1-800-236-MELS - Okuma Avenger spinning reel

Shoeder's Marine - http://www.shoedersmarine.com - Rod Holder and Boat
Cleaning Brush

Auto Value - 535 Lincoln St. Rhinelander, WI 54501 715-365-6404 - Ratchet
Straps

TTI Company - http://www.truturnhooks.com - Blakemore Reel Magic

Hodag Honda - 1355 Chippewa, Rhinelander, WI 54501 715-365-3820 - Honda
Baseball caps



Auto Zone - 1510 Lincoln St., Rhinelander, WI 54501 715-369-8822 -
Emergency Air Compressor/Jumpstarter



Fin Tech Tackle Company - http://www.fin-techco.com - Title Shot Jigs

Reflections Taxidermy - 715-477-1050 - Replica mount of Big Bass


Northstand Distributions - http://www.northstanddistributions.com - Camo
Carry Cases

Heckel's Marine - http://www.heckels.com - Pull Tube and Gallon of
Outboard Oil

Boat Sport Marina - http://www.boatsport.com - First Aid Kits



Lakeland Tru Value - 3011 Lincoln St. Rhinelander, WI 54501
715-369-3011 - Cordless Spotlight



CarQuest - 1830 N. Stevens St., Rhinelander, WI 54501 715-362-5488 -
Multi Tools

In-Stitches - 33 W. Davenport St., Rhinelander, WI 54501 715-369-7600 -
Embroidered Jacket

Brown Street Books - 25 S. Brown St., Rhinelander, WI 54501
715-362-5111 - The Heart of a Champion book

Aquatic Arts Bait & Tackle - http://www.fishinproshop.com - Rod and Reel
Combo



Please, if you won one of the sponsor's prize donations, drop them a line
of thanks, or if possible, stop in and thank them personally. Without
their generosity, we wouldn't have the nice gifts that we do every year.



Thank you to all that support The Northwoods Classic and thank you to all
that attended this year. I hope that next year will be even bigger and
better!
--
Steve @ OutdoorFrontiers
http://www.outdoorfrontiers.com
G & S Guide Service and Custom Rods
http://www.herefishyfishy.com

There is nothing I miss more than being at the NWC that special night at the
Huber's... I sure hope that heaven will be as enjoyable as that event! In
the meantime, I will be plotting on how to get there next year, maybe.

--
Bob Rickard
(AKA The President of Janet's fan club)
www.secretweaponlures.com
--------------------------=x O')))


"Bass_Mr." wrote in message
ink.net...
Randy,that sounds like an opportune time to mention a move South and fish
year round. (just to keep you off the prozac of course)
"alwaysfishking" wrote in message
news
Sounds like everyone got that wonderful Huber hospitality I miss so
much.
I was mildly depressed all weekend about not being there. Wife suggests
prozac to make it through what I am sure will be another horrible
winter.
She says I'm just not right between November and April, Gee I wonder why
that is??????


"Steve @ OutdoorFrontiers" wrote in
message ...

"Joe Haubenreich" (removethis)swljoe-at-secretweaponlures.com wrote
in
message ...
We missed a lot of the ROFB regulars this past weekend in Wisconsin.
As
usual all the competitors were treated cordially by the Rhinelanders
and
made to feel welcome by everyone we met. Make it a point to attend
next
year.

You're absolutely right Joe, there were some regular faces that were
missed.

I'd like to give a great big THANK YOU to the people and businesses
that
supported this year's Northwoods Classic with prizes and donations.


Jim Laumann - $25 Gander Mountain Gift Certificate



Fritz Nordengren - Water Bottles



Moe Conway - Folding Knife, Knife Sharpener, Zoom Fluke Kits, Folding
Camp Chairs, Fishing Line, Cooler

Ronnie Garrison - Cooler, Tackle Box, Bass Pro Shops Watch

Secret Weapon Lures - http://www.secretweaponlures.com - Spinnerbaits
and
Buzzbaits


Driftwood Lures - http://www.driftwoodlures.com - Assorted Soft Plastic
Lures

Gander Mountain, Wausau Store #126 - http://www.gandermountain.com -
Yo-Zuri crankbaits, Line, Gulp Soft Plastic Lures

Mel's Trading Post - 105 S. Brown St. Rhinelander, WI 54501
1-800-236-MELS - Okuma Avenger spinning reel

Shoeder's Marine - http://www.shoedersmarine.com - Rod Holder and Boat
Cleaning Brush

Auto Value - 535 Lincoln St. Rhinelander, WI 54501 715-365-6404 -
Ratchet
Straps

TTI Company - http://www.truturnhooks.com - Blakemore Reel Magic

Hodag Honda - 1355 Chippewa, Rhinelander, WI 54501 715-365-3820 - Honda
Baseball caps



Auto Zone - 1510 Lincoln St., Rhinelander, WI 54501 715-369-8822 -
Emergency Air Compressor/Jumpstarter



Fin Tech Tackle Company - http://www.fin-techco.com - Title Shot Jigs

Reflections Taxidermy - 715-477-1050 - Replica mount of Big Bass


Northstand Distributions - http://www.northstanddistributions.com -
Camo
Carry Cases

Heckel's Marine - http://www.heckels.com - Pull Tube and Gallon of
Outboard Oil

Boat Sport Marina - http://www.boatsport.com - First Aid Kits



Lakeland Tru Value - 3011 Lincoln St. Rhinelander, WI 54501
715-369-3011 - Cordless Spotlight



CarQuest - 1830 N. Stevens St., Rhinelander, WI 54501 715-362-5488 -
Multi Tools

In-Stitches - 33 W. Davenport St., Rhinelander, WI 54501 715-369-7600 -
Embroidered Jacket

Brown Street Books - 25 S. Brown St., Rhinelander, WI 54501
715-362-5111 - The Heart of a Champion book

Aquatic Arts Bait & Tackle - http://www.fishinproshop.com - Rod and
Reel
Combo



Please, if you won one of the sponsor's prize donations, drop them a
line
of thanks, or if possible, stop in and thank them personally. Without
their generosity, we wouldn't have the nice gifts that we do every
year.



Thank you to all that support The Northwoods Classic and thank you to
all
that attended this year. I hope that next year will be even bigger and
better!
--
Steve @ OutdoorFrontiers
http://www.outdoorfrontiers.com
G & S Guide Service and Custom Rods
http://www.herefishyfishy.com

"Bob Rickard" wrote in message
.. .
There is nothing I miss more than being at the NWC that special night at
the
Huber's... I sure hope that heaven will be as enjoyable as that event! In
the meantime, I will be plotting on how to get there next year, maybe.

THAT my friend would make it the best NWC EVER! I'm so happy that you're
feeling better and able to once again participate in the ROFB. Get well and
get up here, we'll go fishing, swap lies and make memories.
--
Steve @ OutdoorFrontiers
http://www.outdoorfrontiers.com
G & S Guide Service and Custom Rods
http://www.herefishyfishy.com

On Mon, 29 Aug 2005 13:29:27 -0400, "alwaysfishking"
sent into the ether:

Sounds like everyone got that wonderful Huber hospitality I miss so much. I
was mildly depressed all weekend about not being there.
Me too Randy. I felt very bad about not being able to make it up
there this year. Next year for sure!

Wife suggests prozac
to make it through what I am sure will be another horrible winter. She says
I'm just not right between November and April, Gee I wonder why that
is??????

And you are right the rest of the year Randy?...MMM



"Steve @ OutdoorFrontiers" wrote in
message ...

"Joe Haubenreich" (removethis)swljoe-at-secretweaponlures.com wrote in
message ...
We missed a lot of the ROFB regulars this past weekend in Wisconsin. As
usual all the competitors were treated cordially by the Rhinelanders and
made to feel welcome by everyone we met. Make it a point to attend next
year.

You're absolutely right Joe, there were some regular faces that were
missed.

I'd like to give a great big THANK YOU to the people and businesses that
supported this year's Northwoods Classic with prizes and donations.


Jim Laumann - $25 Gander Mountain Gift Certificate



Fritz Nordengren - Water Bottles



Moe Conway - Folding Knife, Knife Sharpener, Zoom Fluke Kits, Folding Camp
Chairs, Fishing Line, Cooler

Ronnie Garrison - Cooler, Tackle Box, Bass Pro Shops Watch

Secret Weapon Lures - http://www.secretweaponlures.com - Spinnerbaits and
Buzzbaits


Driftwood Lures - http://www.driftwoodlures.com - Assorted Soft Plastic
Lures

Gander Mountain, Wausau Store #126 - http://www.gandermountain.com -
Yo-Zuri crankbaits, Line, Gulp Soft Plastic Lures

Mel's Trading Post - 105 S. Brown St. Rhinelander, WI 54501
1-800-236-MELS - Okuma Avenger spinning reel

Shoeder's Marine - http://www.shoedersmarine.com - Rod Holder and Boat
Cleaning Brush

Auto Value - 535 Lincoln St. Rhinelander, WI 54501 715-365-6404 - Ratchet
Straps

TTI Company - http://www.truturnhooks.com - Blakemore Reel Magic

Hodag Honda - 1355 Chippewa, Rhinelander, WI 54501 715-365-3820 - Honda
Baseball caps



Auto Zone - 1510 Lincoln St., Rhinelander, WI 54501 715-369-8822 -
Emergency Air Compressor/Jumpstarter



Fin Tech Tackle Company - http://www.fin-techco.com - Title Shot Jigs

Reflections Taxidermy - 715-477-1050 - Replica mount of Big Bass


Northstand Distributions - http://www.northstanddistributions.com - Camo
Carry Cases

Heckel's Marine - http://www.heckels.com - Pull Tube and Gallon of
Outboard Oil

Boat Sport Marina - http://www.boatsport.com - First Aid Kits



Lakeland Tru Value - 3011 Lincoln St. Rhinelander, WI 54501 715-369-3011 -
Cordless Spotlight



CarQuest - 1830 N. Stevens St., Rhinelander, WI 54501 715-362-5488 -
Multi Tools

In-Stitches - 33 W. Davenport St., Rhinelander, WI 54501 715-369-7600 -
Embroidered Jacket

Brown Street Books - 25 S. Brown St., Rhinelander, WI 54501 715-362-5111 -
The Heart of a Champion book

Aquatic Arts Bait & Tackle - http://www.fishinproshop.com - Rod and Reel
Combo



Please, if you won one of the sponsor's prize donations, drop them a line
of thanks, or if possible, stop in and thank them personally. Without
their generosity, we wouldn't have the nice gifts that we do every year.



Thank you to all that support The Northwoods Classic and thank you to all
that attended this year. I hope that next year will be even bigger and
better!
--
Steve @ OutdoorFrontiers
http://www.outdoorfrontiers.com
G & S Guide Service and Custom Rods
http://www.herefishyfishy.com




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Hey, how could I forget this one...?!

Ronnie Garrison brought up a case of JJ's Magic -- a garlic-scented dip and
dye. Most of us tried one or two of the 4-bottle sets that JJ Polak sent up
to each of us. The potent brew came in clear, blue, chartreuse, and
orange... perfect accent colors. I used the chartreuse to touch up the tails
of my Driftwood Lures Flippin' Shads. It was easy and quick to apply....
dried quickly enough to set the lure down immediately without staining the
boat gunnels or carpet. The color is permanent, and the scent (and
presumably taste) lasted an incredibly long time.

Smallmouth bass seemed to like it, too. One northern pike was heard to
exclaim,as I lifted it to extract the hook, "Mama-mia, tha'sa spicy shad. Lo
amo, Giuseppe.... Molto squisito!"

Joe

"Joe Haubenreich" (removethis)swljoe-at-secretweaponlures.com wrote in
message ...
Hey, how could I forget this one...?!

Ronnie Garrison brought up a case of JJ's Magic -- a garlic-scented dip
and
dye. Most of us tried one or two of the 4-bottle sets that JJ Polak sent
up
to each of us. The potent brew came in clear, blue, chartreuse, and
orange... perfect accent colors. I used the chartreuse to touch up the
tails
of my Driftwood Lures Flippin' Shads. It was easy and quick to apply....
dried quickly enough to set the lure down immediately without staining the
boat gunnels or carpet. The color is permanent, and the scent (and
presumably taste) lasted an incredibly long time.

Smallmouth bass seemed to like it, too. One northern pike was heard to
exclaim,as I lifted it to extract the hook, "Mama-mia, tha'sa spicy shad.
Lo
amo, Giuseppe.... Molto squisito!"

GOOD LORD!!!! I forgot totally about that too! Man, and I used it too!

Some days I swear I've got "Early Onset Alzheimers."
--
Steve @ OutdoorFrontiers
http://www.outdoorfrontiers.com
G & S Guide Service and Custom Rods
http://www.herefishyfishy.com