Many of "them up North, choose to stay up North" for the same reasons. 4 seasons, a cold winter that delivers relief from the biting pests and vermin, lots of public land, public waters, abundant forests, rivers, and streams. No Hurricanes! There is a reason older folks head south for winter or retirement, I just haven't gotten old enough to figure it out yet. Good luck with the pup. We have 2 Old English Sheepdog and Australian Shepard mix pups, 5 months old that are full of energy, mischief, and love. They are wearing me out. Enjoy seeing you post again, I admire your lure creativity.