what is on the to do check lists for pre open water ?

[perchgypsy]

Fireball and beer then attack...so I can carry more gear...lol

[panfishman13]

1. wipe down rod blanks and eyes, and clean the reel seats
2. check blanks for cracks
3. check guides for problems
4. fix any problems
5. disassemble, clean, re-lubricate, and reassemble reels
6. check line, replace if necessary. re-tie leaders
7. clean and re-organize tackle box
8. clean and check boat for problems
9. check trailer for problems
10. clean out car
11. make any of the neat contraptions, inventions, or modifications i thought up during the off season (a personal favorite)
12. plan the first couple of trips for the season

[Mac Attack]

Fireball and beer then attack...so I can carry more gear...lol

huh!?!?!?

[fishnmachine]

Hmmm?    

I need to bottle the Battenkill Brown Blonde that's brewing for the VT trout opener.  

[rgfixit]

Fireball and beer then attack...so I can carry more gear...lol

You seem to have a fishing and drinking problem. Their both ok....but not together. Try doing one or the other.

Got my registration stickers in the mail. Stuck them on the boat and trailer. Installed the new fuel pump on the outboard. Just need to check the plugs, do a little touch up paint on the motor cover, check the trailer tire pressures and load rods etc.

I haven't respooled yet, but there's time. Looks like some end of March chill coming our way. Suits me, I don't usually launch till the canal is full near my home. Good place for the shake down cruise. Anyway, there's a lot of great shore and dock fishing the next two months. I might even chase some trouts in the stream

Rg