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Miramichi Fishing Report for Thursday, September 14, 2017

By Giv'er Miramichi / September 14, 2017 /
George with a nice hen he landed on Saturday and Guide Boyd Curtis from Mount Channel. Submitted by Ledges Inn.

MIRAMICHI – A decent splash of water really improved fishing on the weekend, but much more rain is still needed. Striped bass angling should improve as the fish are back in the city area. Congratulations to this year’s inductees to the Atlantic Salmon Hall of Fame ! (See below) W. W. Doak and Sons in…

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Miramichi Fishing Report for Thursday, September 7, 2017

By Giv'er Miramichi / September 7, 2017 /
Ledges guest Lori Sullivan and guide Greg Amos with a beauty Hen

MIRAMICHI – As we move into September, we are looking for a good Fall run. The only stumbling block is the lack of rain. We did get some this week, with more in the forecast. If we get the amounts predicted, it should spur the fishing, as water temperatures are good. COMMENTARY: The Coalition for…

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Book Review: “Between Rothko and 3 Windows” by Corrado Paina

By James M. Fisher / September 7, 2017 /

One of the greatest joys in reviewing books is the unexpected pleasure of discovering an excellent story when you least expect it. Such was the case with Between Rothko and 3 Windows (2016, Quattro Books).

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Miramichi Fishing Report for Thursday, August 31, 2017

By Giv'er Miramichi / August 31, 2017 /

MIRAMICHI – Water temperatures have improved this week, resulting in a few more fish being in the taking mode. However, we still have had no significant rain to improve the water levels. Having said that, I’m sure Houston would gladly share if they could. Our sympathies go out to them in this time of crisis.…

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Miramichi Fishing Report for Thursday, August 24, 2017

By Giv'er Miramichi / August 24, 2017 /
Head Guide at Mt Channel Wes Curtis and guest Trudy Cox with a fresh grilse Caught on Friday.

Please see the Coalition for Better Atlantic Salmon Management’s website below for updates MIRAMICHI – Generally, there are some fish in the system, both fresh and old. The night-time water temperatures are the saving grace for the fish as most rivers, particularly the tributaries, are extremely low. I won’t complain about the little rain we…

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Book Review: “Flightpaths” by Heidi Greco

By James M. Fisher / August 24, 2017 /

July 2, 2017, marked the eightieth year of Amelia Earhart’s disappearance while flying over the Pacific Ocean.  Ms Earhart was not alone; along with her was navigator Fred Noonan.  I was eager to read Flightpaths (2017, Caitlin Press) a structured prose-with-poetry composition by Ms Greco subtitled The Lost Journals of Amelia Earhart.

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Miramichi Fishing Report for Thursday, August 17, 2017

By Giv'er Miramichi / August 17, 2017 /
Head Guide Andrew Anthony with fish caught by Ledges guest Rose Arsenault

Reminder: August 17 (Tonight) – 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. – Cocagne Marina, 130 Marina Road, Cocagne, NB Consultation on marine recreational fishing licences for eastern Canada Current status: Open On May 19, 2017, it was announced that we would consider a new marine recreational licensing system in eastern Canada. Why There’s general agreement that…

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Lumberjacks are Gathering in Boiestown for Lumberjack Festival at the Woodmen’s Museum

By Giv'er Miramichi / August 14, 2017 /

The Central New Brunswick Woodmen’s Museum, located in Boiestown, NB, will be hosting a two day “Lumberjack Festival” on August 19th and 20th, 2017. On Saturday, August 19th, competitors will be busy sharpening their axes and filing their cross-cuts for this one day Professional Lumberjack Competition; which portrays the “skill and technique” of this amazing…

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Miramichi Fishing Report for Thursday, August 10, 2017

By Giv'er Miramichi / August 10, 2017 /
Guide Greg Amos of Ledges with a beauty hen he caught Monday morning.

PLEASE NOTE: The article below is from August 2017.  Please visit http://www.inter.dfo-mpo.gc.ca/Gulf/FAM/Recreational-Fisheries for information on the current year. MIRAMICHI – On a positive note, DFO has reopened the cold-water pools that were closed last week. Please see below: Hi, This message is to inform you that as of Thursday August 10, 26 cold water pools that…

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Book Review: “Bearing Witness: Journalists, Record Keepers and the 1917 Halifax Explosion” by Michael Dupuis

By James M. Fisher / August 10, 2017 /

December 6, 2017, signals the 100th anniversary of the Halifax Explosion, Canada’s worst Maritime tragedy to date. In mere seconds, a large portion of Halifax’s North End and waterfront were obliterated when the damaged munitions ship Mont Blanc exploded, killing 2,000 people and injuring thousands more.

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Miramichi Fishing Report for Thursday, August 3, 2017

By Giv'er Miramichi / August 3, 2017 /
David Bishop from Cascapedia Quebec with one of 3 salmon he hooked

COLD-WATER POOL CLOSURES: Hi, This message is to inform you that as of Thursday August 3, 26 additional cold water pools will be closed to fishing on the Miramichi River system. A variation order was just issued today to this effect, and a notice to anglers will be published tomorrow morning on the regional DFO…

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Tech Coaching for Seniors

By Giv'er Miramichi / August 2, 2017 /

DigiLearn will be conducting their next technology coaching workshop for seniors starting August 8th. Adults of all ages are welcome to bring their own devices as well as any questions they have about settings, updates and apps. Our workshop is taught at Shannex Parkland – 35 Patience Lane in Fredericton, NB. We offer Beginner Classes…

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Miramichi Fishing Report for Thursday, July 27, 2017

By Giv'er Miramichi / July 27, 2017 /
From our archives: Submitted by Daniel Porter, Camp Moose Call

MIRAMICHI – With the cold-water pool closures now lifted, and very few anglers on the rivers, I will do a summary report this week. Fortunately, temperatures both during the day and night have been cooler. However, the rivers remain low, and we need a good day’s rain to really improve things. On the positive side,…

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