Lawdwaz

Hopefully the power of prayer makes that lump disappear! AS far as the rest of the issues, you're on your own.

Looks like we have a comedian on the board. Welcome, a little humor goes a long way with me.

Elmo or shawnu for sure should have answers here.

FYI.......Don't confuse this with Bats in my belfry.

We see the occasional (one a day?) moth in the basement. I Googled it and they said they are attracted to wool clothing, fur/feathers, pantries, dog food etc. Good heavens, they've found the Mother Lode in MY basement....... I've pulled all my wool hunting clothes out and shook it...nothing. Whacked the three hanging fans and nothing flew out....Looked in and around the dog food bin and then snooped inside the pantry.......yup, zippppp. I think we saw them last summer too but can't be sure.....any ideas from the experts here??

Bad deal there........condolences to his family and friends.

Are you going to keep it in a slip somewhere or towing it lake to lake? That'll make a big difference in your choices, IMO. A pontoon boat looks like a PIA to tow/launch etc. Also, although they look like a superb family boat, I bet they're a bear on a breezy day. Tough to control while fishing/docking etc. I'm sure you'll get some more feedback.

How big of a money pit are you thinking about? How many horse power? Trailer able or car top?

Jitter Bug, Flatfish or My favorite the Hoola Popper? Fugg yes, I'm in!!!!

This was from either Saturday or Sunday. 100% trusted source!

Cool as it gets! Thanks growie............

A bear pic.

I have a pic from Canadice in my hot little hands I'll post when I'm not on company time.

Ball Bustin'.................

All this at the RIPE old age of DAMN near 92? I'm screwed............................

Sounds like the birth of a new hobby for the OP............... You're gonna LOVE it!

Found this Dan........ http://www.buffalonews.com/city-region/environment/airdrops-of-rabies-vaccine-begin-tuesday-20130825 Airdrops of rabies vaccine begin Tuesday in Erie and Niagara counties By Thomas J. Prohaska | News Niagara Reporter | @ThomasProhaska | Google+ on August 25, 2013 - 9:03 PM LOCKPORT – More than 200,000 raccoon baits containing rabies vaccine will be distributed in Niagara and Erie counties, starting Tuesday. James J. Devald, Niagara County environmental health director, said the U.S. Department of Agriculture will be in charge of the effort, beginning with drops of the baits from low-flying planes. Helicopters also will be used in some areas until the annual program ends Sept. 4. Vaccine-laced baits will be spread by hand in Niagara Falls and nearby areas, Devald said. The baits are coated in a plastic blister pack. The biscuit is made of vegetable fat and oil, icing sugar, vanilla flavor and dark green food coloring. Its vaccine-laden center contains two antibiotics. Anyone who finds a bait should leave it alone, said Daniel J. Stapleton, Niagara County public health director. A toll-free number, (888) 574-6656, is printed on the bait packets. The number should be called in case of any exposure to the bait on the part of humans or pets, Stapleton said. An information sheet from Artemis Technologies, the Canadian company that produces the baits, said the vaccine cannot cause rabies, but exposure to mucous membranes could lead to adenovirus conjunctivitis, marked by cold-like symptoms. Niagara County offers free rabies vaccination clinics five times a year, with the next one scheduled for 2 to 4 p.m. Sept. 21 at the Town of Lockport highway garage behind Town Hall, Dysinger and Old Beattie roads. The county also is planning an animal microchipping clinic from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sept. 26 at the Niagara Pet Food Pantry, 8600 Buffalo Ave., Niagara Falls. A Lewiston veterinarian, Kristen Ruest, will insert microchips beneath the neck skin of dogs and cats. The county has a chip reader that can be used to scan the animal and identify the owner of a stray animal. However, rabies shots must be up to date before the county Health Department will agree to insert the microchip, said Elaine Roman, director of public health planning and emergency preparedness. Advance appointments for microchipping are available by calling 439-7439 or 439-7431. The county’s last rabies immunization clinic of this year is scheduled for 2 to 4 p.m. Dec. 7 in the North Tonawanda Public Works garage, 758 Erie Ave.

Didn't know that......... When they drop the "bait" from the helicopters each year in Niagara County I assumed it was for the 'coons to eat to control the rabies? Either way, that little bandit didn't look kosher.

All I can say is: "You have reached your quota of positive votes for the day" I need to talk to the management here about the paltry "likes" quota I'm allotted.

Thanks for the report MT. I like a bit of a challenge.........

Nice pics Curmudgeon! Remember this from last winter? I hope he/she is having a great summer and makes a trail cam appearance again this season.

Last week on the local news they had a story about all the rabid critters this year, reminding folks to be on the lookout for odd acting critters. Then on Friday morning on the way to work I spotted a smaller 'coon walking towards a house. The house it adjacent to a rural golf course and sits alone, all open mowed lawn for a considerable area. I'd bet a half a 10 pack of Tim Bits that masked bandit was rabid.............

No FB for me either, I have enough friends and don't need to rekindle old friendships. I was a "member" for a short time while working on a high school reunion committee. The ease in finding (or being found) by old flames led me to believe there was nothing good going to come out of FB for me, only trouble.

Good thing she's OK. Wife and I saw a young coyote behind The Walker Center on Main St yesterday morning on a coffee run...........(we were getting the coffee, not the 'yote) It was out of character for the animal but not surprising for the area as its loaded with deer, fox turkey and gobs of small game. growie, what do you figure it was that did the number on your pooch? You might want to consider carrying a small pocket revolver or semi-auto while you're out and about.

Today's Buffalo News sports section, "Outdoors" page. "Catch Of The Week" picture of the young lady and her trophy sized yellow pike. A VERY close relation to our own "turkeyfeathers", she has already eclipsed his largest 'eye! Congrats Jay & Samantha!!