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September 23rd, 2006
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I was recently 'baptized' as it were into the world of spearfishing/snorkelling. And Cheers! to Erik for spending the time discussing freediving with me as well.
It was out to West Twin Lake (I think), Alberta, on September 17 where I speared the meanest 1/16 pound Perch you've ever seen with Erik's smooth, sure-fire OMER. There were several large Jack prowling the depths and I could tell they were daunted by my natural abilities in the water and by the fierce strokes of my dog-paddle. Yes, yes, they were shocked and appalled... er, I mean awed. It could only have been better if my front sinus wouldn't have wanted to explode upon diving a few meters down. Must have been the milk duds I had the night before. I have spent time canoeing Saskatchewan's Northern lakes and rivers and I can already see spearfishing becoming an integral part of those voyages. The pristine and isolated Canadian Shield lakes and waterways are just waiting for a spearfisher to explore. I try to imagine what the ocean experience would be like, but no doubt fail to touch the reality. Either way, I'll work on dive numero two before I get too far ahead of myself. I hope to become a solid presence in this community over time and I'll try to learn the lingo as quickly as possible. It's an amazing 'other world' of which I was completely unaware! It is only slightly disappointing that I began at the end of the season, but I gather this is the time for collecting gear to drool over until the ice breaks (or I break it). On that note, any advice on essential gear to start with is more than welcome and appreciated. Cheers to all! jolly Last edited by jolly_c; September 23rd, 2006 at 15:51. 
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September 23rd, 2006
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Welcome Jolly....
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 Stevie once said he thought of you travelling the world on a tide... beautiful thought. Miss you sx
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#3
September 23rd, 2006
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"any advice on essential gear to start with is more than welcome and appreciated."
Fins, mask, snorkel and a one way ticket to Hawaii. Sorry, I couldn't resist. Aloha from the other free diver born in Saskatoon Bill
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#4
September 23rd, 2006
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Hi! Nice to meet you! We'll probably see you sometime next summer- I also come from Saskatchewan (Regina), but now live out in BC (kamloops). Makes a good diving stopover on the way to Van and VI!
 Actually the sockeye salmon are running right now... I'll hopefully get out there sunday and take pics. Well, the cool thing (no pun intended) about starting at this point in the season is that you have lots of time to train albeit in the pool, get your gear sorted out and whet your appetite for spring-- and good gear will extend your season! And definitly train up here before going to Hawaii. You'll be able to do twice as good down there then
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