Gift for New (Fishing) Boater

thinkxingu · 04-01-2021, 08:36 PM

Thanks for all the ideas, fellas. I think this is gonna be a group of gifts rather than just one big'un. PFDs, tackle/magazine subscriptions, a book or two, and maybe a couple gift cards or some Frog Togs or something.

I'm open to any other suggestions, but one more question: anyone have favorite bluetooth speakers? There's no audio system on the vessel, so I'm thinking I'm gonna add a Bluetooth speaker to the gift bag. I've got three UE Booms that are great, but I don't know about many other options.

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Sue Doe-Nym · 04-01-2021, 09:19 PM

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Originally Posted by thinkxingu

Thanks for all the ideas, fellas. I think this is gonna be a group of gifts rather than just one big'un. PFDs, tackle/magazine subscriptions, a book or two, and maybe a couple gift cards or some Frog Togs or something.

I'm open to any other suggestions, but one more question: anyone have favorite bluetooth speakers? There's no audio system on the vessel, so I'm thinking I'm gonna add a Bluetooth speaker to the gift bag. I've got three UE Booms that are great, but I don't know about many other options.

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These were such thoughtful ideas, so if it’s okay with you, I would suggest a gift certificate so that your brother can choose the items most useful to him. I think it was fishinfergy who suggested an online store. Be sure he reads all these useful comments, too. He’s going to be so happy. You’re good brother, think.
Sue

thinkxingu · 04-02-2021, 02:42 AM

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Originally Posted by Sue Doe-Nym

These were such thoughtful ideas, so if it’s okay with you, I would suggest a gift certificate so that your brother can choose the items most useful to him. I think it was fishinfergy who suggested an online store. Be sure he reads all these useful comments, too. He’s going to be so happy. You’re good brother, think.
Sue

I'm gonna definitely include a GC in the basket, for sure, but I've gotta get a couple toys in there, too!

Thanks for your kind words, but, really, the good person here is my brother—he's as selfless as they come. I'm just showing my appreciation.

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Descant · 04-02-2021, 01:16 PM

BoatUS suggest that after a PFD your best piece of safety gear is your VHF. Fishing on the lake, I think most boats monitor and converse on Ch 11 (?), so it's not just a safety item. Doubly important if he does any coastal boating. Despite all the good stuff your phone does, it can't broadcast or receive a Mayday. And he'll need waterproof bags/containers for all this stuff you're buying.
Is he taking time away from wife/family/girlfriend to help you. Maybe they need something too?
BTW, I think we're all having a good time spending your money for things that we'd like to have too, or have enjoyed in the past. Thank you.

burgerunh · 04-02-2021, 02:37 PM

Another idea... A guided fishing trip with a guide that both of you can enjoy together. You can make a memory and learn a thing or 2 at the same time. The smallmouth bass fishing in early June can be incredible.

thinkxingu · 04-02-2021, 02:56 PM

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Another idea... A guided fishing trip with a guide that both of you can enjoy together. You can make a memory and learn a thing or 2 at the same time. The smallmouth bass fishing in early June can be incredible.

I don't love fishing, BUT you reminded me of the helicopter flight we took my father on a few years back from Portsmouth that he loved, so now I'm thinking a plane ride over the lake (extra note: upon receiving our forms, the helicopter pilot called and suggested we take the jet helicopter as it would handle our, ahem, "heft" better and there'd be more space

). So:

1. Besides Emerson, whom else should I hit up for pricing and

2. What season would you go? I mean, autumn might be fun, but does it really matter?

Also, thanks to Descant, I connected with the author of Clark's Fishing Guide and picked up a signed copy today for my brother. I think he'll like that very much.

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Descant · 04-02-2021, 03:17 PM

There used to be a seaplane operator in Pauggs Bay. Don't know what Covid did to that operation, but it would be fun to have him pick you up at Acadia. There's probably somebody at Moultonborough Airport. You could probably make it a lesson, not just a ride, so your brother can drive and maybe make the landing. Send a PM to seaplane pilot.

thinkxingu · 04-02-2021, 03:25 PM

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Originally Posted by Descant

There used to be a seaplane operator in Pauggs Bay. Don't know what Covid did to that operation, but it would be fun to have him pick you up at Acadia. There's probably somebody at Moultonborough Airport. You could probably make it a lesson, not just a ride, so your brother can drive and maybe make the landing. Send a PM to seaplane pilot.

I actually found a thread on the seaplane operator a few minutes after this. iShoot had him land at his breakwater and loved it. I just called, though, and he's selling the plane in the next few weeks.

He said there's a new pilot starting a similar operation up soon, but I think Hanson Cove and Arcadia's setup is too narrow/populated/cluttered to get picked up there, so I called Emerson and penciled in a sunset flight in June.

I told them I'd confirm in the next day or two as I finished my research, though, if anyone has other ideas. 3...sizable dudes, so no Red Baron!

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04-02-2021, 01:16 PM	#4
Descant Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Merrimack and Welch Island Posts: 4,341 Thanks: 1,339 Thanked 1,621 Times in 1,053 Posts	Vhf? BoatUS suggest that after a PFD your best piece of safety gear is your VHF. Fishing on the lake, I think most boats monitor and converse on Ch 11 (?), so it's not just a safety item. Doubly important if he does any coastal boating. Despite all the good stuff your phone does, it can't broadcast or receive a Mayday. And he'll need waterproof bags/containers for all this stuff you're buying. Is he taking time away from wife/family/girlfriend to help you. Maybe they need something too? BTW, I think we're all having a good time spending your money for things that we'd like to have too, or have enjoyed in the past. Thank you. Last edited by Descant; 04-02-2021 at 01:20 PM. Reason: add extra line

04-02-2021, 03:17 PM	#7
Descant Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Merrimack and Welch Island Posts: 4,341 Thanks: 1,339 Thanked 1,621 Times in 1,053 Posts	Airplane? There used to be a seaplane operator in Pauggs Bay. Don't know what Covid did to that operation, but it would be fun to have him pick you up at Acadia. There's probably somebody at Moultonborough Airport. You could probably make it a lesson, not just a ride, so your brother can drive and maybe make the landing. Send a PM to seaplane pilot.

04-01-2021, 08:36 PM	#1
thinkxingu Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2014 Posts: 6,213 Thanks: 1,167 Thanked 2,048 Times in 1,271 Posts	Thanks for all the ideas, fellas. I think this is gonna be a group of gifts rather than just one big'un. PFDs, tackle/magazine subscriptions, a book or two, and maybe a couple gift cards or some Frog Togs or something. I'm open to any other suggestions, but one more question: anyone have favorite bluetooth speakers? There's no audio system on the vessel, so I'm thinking I'm gonna add a Bluetooth speaker to the gift bag. I've got three UE Booms that are great, but I don't know about many other options. Sent from my SM-G950U using Winnipesaukee Forum mobile app

04-02-2021, 02:37 PM	#5
burgerunh Senior Member Join Date: May 2016 Posts: 100 Thanks: 7 Thanked 32 Times in 22 Posts	Another idea... A guided fishing trip with a guide that both of you can enjoy together. You can make a memory and learn a thing or 2 at the same time. The smallmouth bass fishing in early June can be incredible.