I bought a guide licence. I used to get stopped and asked if they could go at the gas station everytime I filled the boat. You ought to see em leave when they find out no more free trips.:Rofl. Of course my fishing buddies are still welcome , really enjoy trading fishing trips. But after awhile furnishing boat , fuel, tackle, drinks , and them taking home the fish with out even a thanks some wore out their welcome.
You're on the right track. Ain't nothing a freeloader hates worse than having to part with $$$. Personally, I haven't found but a person or three that would even consider fishing with me:RoflQuote:
Originally Posted by NIMROD
Lemme think who I fished with.
Carol, my older Brother, Travis, and CA. If I ain't fishing with Carol usually it's with my imaginary friend Burford. :Rofl
Being a "LOSER" does have its benefits. ;)
Yes, my imaginary fishing buddy Burford and I usually get along just fine. He's a LOSER too and is pretty nice to let me catch more fish than he does.
Yeah, but 1 is more than he catches!!! You are a great "LOSER" my friend!!! :)Quote:
Originally Posted by RCC
I'd vote for you as Head "LOSER" since I'm socially unacceptable to be in that coveted position, and most others are to proud to admit to being a " LOSER" anyway!!!!! It takes a Special kinda guy to fill those shoes!!!! ;)
This is true, but he let 2, 3lbers get off right at the boat on Poinsett the other day.Quote:
Originally Posted by BigRiverMarine
Burford can fish with me any time he likes. he can let all the fish get off . and we still have good day fishing. have him send PM when he ready to go .
I have had this happen a couple of times....and they don't get invited back. Most folks I fish with are very good about at least doing something along the lines of sharing expenses. The ones who don't...well that's the last time they fish with me.
X2 I was planning on going to a local lake a few months ago, didnt want to burn up a lot of gas driving to Dardanelle. This guy invites himself and says he really wants to tear em up. Ok no problem, so I say "Let's split the cost and drive to Dardanelle!" He agrees, and off we go. After about 4hrs, we had a limit and headed home. I gave him my fish, and since he didn't know how, I cleaned them for him. Never gave me a dime. Live and learn.Quote:
Originally Posted by CrappiePro
I guess it is what you want out of life. I know you get a kick out of taking kids fishing. But, even as little as I get out, I get the same treatment. Except, most of the time people want to go then have "something" come up after I have made all of the arrangements. The same thing happens with a planned outting on the toon boat. We buy all of the drinks, sun screen, hot dogs, hamburgers, all of the fixins. Then some go and some don't. I guess that leaves more for me.
DP
Ouch!!! HeheheQuote:
Originally Posted by RCC
It's easy ridding yourself of free loading fishin partners. Just pizz em all off!!!!!
I don't have the problems you guys have. No one wants to fish with me just because of the fact I like to fish all day. Most days if I'm fishing, I'm on the water no less than 10 hours. I don't go for a picnic either. You eat before we start fishing and you can eat when we get back. While we are in the boat, put a jig pole in each hand and you won't be able to eat. :fish
Thats the way I do it too. Nephew went with me one time, and got in trouble with his wife. Now if he goes he drives himself.:thumbup:Quote:
Originally Posted by arkcrappie
There is always a spot for you buddy. Even if I have to drag an inner tube for ya behind the boat.:biggrin
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Originally Posted by RCC
What was he smoke'n ?:RoflQuote:
Originally Posted by RCC
I have some buddies that want to go fishing, but then they want me to do it all, find the fish, clean the fish, cook the fish, pa y for the gas and bait, and snacks and beer.
I got the easy solution now. I just say up front, "you bring the beer and snacks, and since you are stopping, grab the crickets while you are at it. I got the boat and gas." If the say no, then I say I can't make it. Gets rid of the tight wads.
I know that feeling Well!!!!! They are good Fishing partners, but bummers at the pay windows, and work ya like a deck hand in your own boat!!!!!Quote:
Originally Posted by LMBarnett
I worked CA like a rented mule when I went with him. :Rofl I wouldn't do it any more though. I have corrected my evil ways.
I wish NIMROD and Crappiepro was closer. I'd gladly fit the bill and use my boat to boot just to learn how to catch some warm water crappie. Crappie knowledge in valuble stuff.
I've got the best two fishing partners in the whole world! :biggrin
You furnish gas, food, lodging, transportation, bait, and it's still worth it:ThumbsUpQuote:
Originally Posted by Tony McCall
I guarantee they can make you a better fisherman in a short while. I'd love to get back that direction myself.Quote:
Originally Posted by 25/06
[QUOTE=LMBarnett;2361162]I have some buddies that want to go fishing, but then they want me to do it all, find the fish, clean the fish, cook the fish, pa y for the gas and bait, and snacks and beer.
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Can I be your new fishing buddy? By the way I like cold Budweiser Beer. Don't mind if we use your boat too. :Rofl
I know the feeling, most are great to furnish everything just for ya to show them where and how to fish. I had some locals that thought they just show up with nothing and leave with a bag of fish. I was going anyway , so it did not cost anything to go with me. :hatchet: I have some good friends that refuse to let me buy gas or lunch unless I get the money to the cashier before they do. I feel guilty when they don't let me pay something. Great if ya can swap fishing trips and furnishing the boat part of the time.
The past few years my fishing partner hasn't payed for anything. I have to supply everything. bait the hooks and clean the fish. And decide what snacks and drinks to bring . But, I wouldn't have it any other way. Here he is with his first fish on his new 11' pole.
I usually don't have any of those until duck season comes about. I make them do the hard work and earn there keep. Most of the time the boat is "full" for those folks.
If somebody would take his boat and truck I'll pay for everything else. I never can find anyone to make me the same deal. had one friend go and lose a tackle box full of baits, a jar or 2 of nibbles and break a pole or two. Told me if I can't afford to go I oughta quit.
He woulda never made it to the bank in MY boat!!!!!! I know that type of person tho. FRIENDS, as long as YOU pay.Quote:
Originally Posted by Gomer Snerd
It seems like this is a never ending story. You try to do something good and you end up getting taken advantage of. I don't mind sharing the boat. And most times, if you at least offer to pay for some stuff , I will be good with that. The person I hate is one that thinks because it is your boat, that you should have it furnished for guests. Slabyanker's fishing partner is the best kind. The actually do appreciate it, and the memories more than pay for the gas and the treats.
Years ago my first wife and I carried mycousin and her now ex-husband to Lake Livingston in Texas with us. After we are at the lake and about to eat he claims he has left his wallet at home. My wife and I had already figured out that the two of us could eat in the restaurant cheaper that we could take stuff just for the two of us. So of course we had not hauled a bunch of groceries up to the lake with us. So we wound up feeding the two of them for the weekend. Needless to say we never took them again.nonono
Geez. I'm willing to PAY 100% for a trip to Dardanelle for anyone that has GPS coordinates I can steal while they fish!
I'll clean the fish. I'll split the fish (they have two sides, best I remember), OR I'll give up all of 'em for the chance to figure that place out.
I will TRY and keep my mouth shut during the trip. I doubt this will happen, so nothing in writing there.
But yeah, I had a duck hunting "buddy" long ago that did that. My boat, my truck, my decoys, he would eat a sandwich in front of me, pay ONE DOLLAR for gas (literally), and then at 10:00 announce "I forgot to tell you, but I have to be home at noon". Borrowed my boat and trailer one time, wrapped it around a tree, brought it home bent, and left............seriously.
Sounds like some of the guys you take fishing! You ever thought of chunking 'em overboard?? :)