More Grand Lake Canoe Porn…
By Tom Chandler on Sep 11, 2006 in Fly Fishing, Photography, Travel
My canoe posts have generated very high traffic among those hungry for the sight of naked wood boats, so I’m going to throw in (for free, mind you) a couple pictures I took while cleaning the soggy gear out of the infamous “Winslow Homer” canoe.
Sadly, tomorrow the Lovely & Talented Nancy and I are heading out for our last day on the lake (we start our trip back Wednesday). I plan on bringing the Payne Canadian Canoe 7wt along, and this time I might throw (and speed strip) some streamers (ala Ian Rutter). Poppers are just so last week…
And we might stumble on some more pickerel, a thought sure to warm the heart of Sully, who seemingly lives for the toothy bastards. I’d love to introduce him to a couple…
Plus, lots more pictures to come. I’ve gone around the bend with the Canon DSLR and the point-and-shoot, so expect a bunch of “wild art” photos when I get back. Sure to amaze and amuse. See you on the lake, Tom Chandler.
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Sully | Sep 13, 2006 | Reply
T.C.,
Chain pickerel were frequently mentioned in “Tap’s Tips” in Field and Steam during my formative years.
Pickerel and tularemia- so far I’ve been lucky enough to avoid both.
Tom Chandler | Sep 14, 2006 | Reply
Ah yes, the formative properties of the cavity-prone years. I’m still in the thrall of Sears Gamefisher products, despite the fact they haven’t sold them for years.
And I must give the Pickerel its due — it was a tough customer for a skinny, 12″ fish. I just have questions about looking for fish that could send me to the emergency room looking for a skilled suturist…
irving dorr | Jul 26, 2007 | Reply
I have a 20 foot grand laker with the brass tag still on the bow. On it is stamped moore canoe company out of New Brunswick Canada. Could this be an original Pop Moore grand lake canoe?. Please e-mail me with this info if possible. Thanks.
Tom Chandler | Jul 29, 2007 | Reply
Irving: I’m far from an expert, but as far as I know, Pop Moore lived in Grand Lake Stream. New Brunswick is not far away (about an hour’s drive), but I don’t know if it was built by a relative, or perhaps Pop Moore himself.
I did get to see a couple pre-WWII examples of Pop Moore canoes at the recent folk art festival in Grand Lake (post upcoming). Still going strong.