Ed Buric Posted June 19, 2013 Report Share Posted June 19, 2013 Paddle and trail is again joining with us for this year's float your boat event.There will be a wide selection of kayaks and canoes to paddle and compare. Should you be wondering what kayak fishing is all about or if you are wondering how your boat compares to the latest offerings this is the opportunity for you to find out. To top it all off Jericho lake has some pretty decent fishing Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike G Posted June 19, 2013 Report Share Posted June 19, 2013 Location? Location? Location? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ed Buric Posted June 20, 2013 Author Report Share Posted June 20, 2013 To top it all off Jericho lake has some pretty decent fishing Jericho lake https://maps.google.com/maps?q=41.738200,+-88.382600+%28Jericho+Lake%29&ie=UTF8&z=17&iwloc=A Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eric Posted June 22, 2013 Report Share Posted June 22, 2013 I kayaked and fished Jericho Lake with my youngest son on Thursday evening for 2 hours. The lake is very high this year. The little sand beach that we had all the kayaks displayed on last year is under water. The perimeter of the lake is very overgrown and it doesn't appear that it has gotten much shoreline pressure this year, aside from the easily accessible areas on the parking lot side. Caught 4 largemouth bass while fishing a blue and black Senko deep. One was a nice fighter at 18". The lake is still very clear but weedy. Froggin' would be a good bet along with wormin'. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ed Buric Posted July 4, 2013 Author Report Share Posted July 4, 2013 Paddle and trail is again joining with us for this year's float your boat event.There will be a wide selection of kayaks and canoes to paddle and compare.Should you be wondering what kayak fishing is all about or if you are wondering how your boat compares to the latest offerings this is the opportunity for you to find out.To top it all off Jericho lake has some pretty decent fishing, Jericho lake park:http://www.mapquest....ra-il-265713252 Saturday July 13th at 8:00am Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eric Posted July 4, 2013 Report Share Posted July 4, 2013 Unfortunately, P&T closed their doors yesterday. So in essence, our sponsor and main draw for this event has fallen through. Of course, it's shocking news and we're all hoping it may be temporary. P&T was a great shop and asset to downtown Aurora. Charlie is a stand-up guy and strong supporter of the ISA and the Fox River. Saddened by the recent developments and hoping things turn around. Doesn't look like the Riverbassin' tournament will happen either. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ed Buric Posted July 4, 2013 Author Report Share Posted July 4, 2013 While it is unfortunate that Paddle and trail is now closed down,the I S A will still hold a float your boat outing at Jericho lake on July 13th. Members are encouraged to bring their own personal craft to display and to spend some time just messing around with boats. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ronk Posted July 5, 2013 Report Share Posted July 5, 2013 Surprising considering the increase in yaking that's been happening. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ed Buric Posted July 5, 2013 Author Report Share Posted July 5, 2013 Yes,it really took me by surprise too.I had no idea that this was going to happen. That said,we will still have a float your boat outing at Jericho lake on the 13th.In fact,Ron why not bring out your float tube.You can demonstrate to us why you like it so much. Ed Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mikea Posted July 5, 2013 Report Share Posted July 5, 2013 I believe Charlie sold more boats then the boys up in Rockford, is that store closed up as well? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike G Posted July 5, 2013 Report Share Posted July 5, 2013 I believe Charlie sold more boats then the boys up in Rockford, is that store closed up as well? My question too. How about Rockford? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mikea Posted July 5, 2013 Report Share Posted July 5, 2013 Rockford is closed as well, I heard there was a storm brewing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bart Durham Posted July 6, 2013 Report Share Posted July 6, 2013 Sorry to hear about Paddle and Trail, I really liked the store and the people there. However Im sure the competition is steep with all the yaks being sold by the large box stores. Its not easy for the mom and pop stores. Is there still any way to salvage the Riverbassin tourney? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jim J Posted July 7, 2013 Report Share Posted July 7, 2013 The paddle and trail closing is TEMPORARY. they are doing some restructuring and may be open in a week or so. They are working as fast as they can to get this done and have all intentions of being back. Right now the tourney is still on with maybe a few tweaks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mikea Posted July 7, 2013 Report Share Posted July 7, 2013 The paddle and trail closing is TEMPORARY. they are doing some restructuring and may be open in a week or so. They are working as fast as they can to get this done and have all intentions of being back. Right now the tourney is still on with maybe a few tweaks. Good to hear, does that apply to Aurora? Sorry to hear about Paddle and Trail, I really liked the store and the people there. However Im sure the competition is steep with all the yaks being sold by the large box stores. Its not easy for the mom and pop stores. Is there still any way to salvage the Riverbassin tourney? See that's the problem Bart, the same thing went on with the Fly fishing shops. Now instead of stopping in your local fly shop,leaning on the counter and having a cup of coffee, I'm relegated to the big box waste land and the internet. I'm a person that will gladly pay a little extra if the service and personal attention is there, and let me tell you it just isn't at a Basspro or Cabalas. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ed Buric Posted July 7, 2013 Author Report Share Posted July 7, 2013 Paddle and Trail or no Paddle and Trail there will still be a Float Your Boat outing at Jericho lake.Boat or no boat come on out Saturday the 13th and spend a few hours just messing around with boats.It really is worth doing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jim J Posted July 8, 2013 Report Share Posted July 8, 2013 Yes, it applies to aurora. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ed Buric Posted July 8, 2013 Author Report Share Posted July 8, 2013 Paddle and Trail or no Paddle and Trail there will still be a Float Your Boat outing at Jericho lake.Boat or no boat come on out Saturday the 13th and spend a few hours just messing around with boats.It really is worth doing. It's still on for Saturday July 13th 8:00am at Jericho lake in Aurora Il. http://www.mapquest.com/places/jericho-lake-park-aurora-il-265713252 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Terry Dodge Posted July 9, 2013 Report Share Posted July 9, 2013 Ed B would like everyone to know that the July 13th, 8:00am, Float Your Boat at Jericho Lake in Aurora is still on. This is a great event for anyone looking to buy for the first or up grade. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ed Buric Posted July 9, 2013 Author Report Share Posted July 9, 2013 Thank you Terry for clarifying that.You are right on about this being a great event,it really will be . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eric Posted July 9, 2013 Report Share Posted July 9, 2013 Can we have a show of hands ... who is planning on attending and BRINGING a watercraft? What are you bringing? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ed Buric Posted July 9, 2013 Author Report Share Posted July 9, 2013 I'll be there with my little red canoe Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Loebach Posted July 9, 2013 Report Share Posted July 9, 2013 I'll have two SOT kayaks - Wilderness Tarpon 120 & 13' Perception Aquaterra Swing. Both stable & suitable for large paddlers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eugene f collins Posted July 9, 2013 Report Share Posted July 9, 2013 I will be at the "Float Your Boat" with my Pond hopper on July 13th! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mikea Posted July 10, 2013 Report Share Posted July 10, 2013 Unless work gets in the way I'm gonna bring my wilderness ride 135 and my nucanoe. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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