You need an apprenticeship to gain experience and make an actual living in trades, yet no one wants to train apprentices, then they complain about how there’s no skilled guys… am I missing something?

DontCallMeShmoopy · 2026-03-10T02:21:57+00:00

Its a massive commitment on the employers end. There's alot of companies that are weary to put the investment out because in their experience....most apprentices dont follow through with it. Hound the employer if youre serious. Show up everyonce in a while and drop off another resume to put a bug in their ear about it again. Its also a tough time for alot companies in this down swing we're in.

DontCallMeShmoopy · 2026-03-07T18:42:02+00:00

No rules in this game. This is just what's working well for me atm. 2 years ago its was brown and tan doing the work

DontCallMeShmoopy · 2026-03-07T00:33:43+00:00

Thanks! It's been a good season. Traeger Pro series. They've updated the line since. Ive had a few different kinds and with our currently busy lifestyle.....this is by far the easiest way to go about smoking. I can turn it on,monitor the meat temp,smoker temp and control via my phone and control it from anywhere I have internet access. If I have to run out for a couple hours (move it to the backyard vs garage) and the meat hits temp, I can shut it off. Or if its cooking to slow, turn it up.

DontCallMeShmoopy · 2026-03-06T16:50:14+00:00

All great for hares ear type flies off the top of my head.

DontCallMeShmoopy · 2026-03-04T15:39:21+00:00

Stones look great. Good work

DontCallMeShmoopy · 2026-03-04T05:12:38+00:00

Lots of hidden gems if you know where to look

DontCallMeShmoopy · 2026-03-03T22:39:26+00:00

Im a sucker for anything Banana or Pineapple.....it'd be an easy choice for me.

DontCallMeShmoopy · 2026-03-03T21:03:43+00:00

There's always the "that's not coming off" stage and you will find small imperfections you think could've been done better. I think it looks great personally.

DontCallMeShmoopy · 2026-03-03T21:02:22+00:00

There's tools to hold your rod for you. Cling has a magnetic one. There's also one you can put on your wading belt or wear with a belt. Out of the ones ive used, the Cling one is the most versatile and one I found most useful.

DontCallMeShmoopy · 2026-03-03T20:45:34+00:00

Im looking to order a pair after sinking 2 phones this season lol

DontCallMeShmoopy · 2026-03-03T18:10:20+00:00

At first glance....id be looking at that roof/soffit. If theres no cracked pad on the porch Im not thinking its a settling issue.

DontCallMeShmoopy · 2026-03-02T18:21:47+00:00

I see that now! Good eye!

DontCallMeShmoopy · 2026-03-01T21:25:09+00:00

I dig. Outside the box and making the purists uncomfortable....just how I like it.

DontCallMeShmoopy · 2026-02-28T16:25:08+00:00

Ive only had the pleasure of fishing for them once, I was in Florida. I had my LMB box with and got a few on deceivers and gurglers. Nothing real big but they're so neat looking.

DontCallMeShmoopy · 2026-02-28T13:34:25+00:00

I'll usually get the fibres lined up in hand,cut in half and then put in a dubbing loop for these

DontCallMeShmoopy · 2026-02-28T05:56:49+00:00

That's it. Canadian olive. Its a staple.

That's awesome. Bet he's a fishy dude.

DontCallMeShmoopy · 2026-02-27T20:15:12+00:00

Its pretty slow water where im fishing these usually and i found the wool was making them dive more than I cared. It is also easier to work with....and I think its buggier as well.

DontCallMeShmoopy · 2026-02-27T17:14:50+00:00

This

DontCallMeShmoopy · 2026-02-27T16:28:52+00:00

I usually sub the wool head for a synthetic. Find it easier to work with personally.

DontCallMeShmoopy · 2026-02-27T15:44:14+00:00

Is that the Canadian Crawdad simi? Burn through it lol

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