koi Posted October 20, 2004 Report Share Posted October 20, 2004 picked up on this when I was back in the UK the last few weeks: http://www.anglinglines.com/docs/ourvenues...stin/index.html if you read carefully, it seems the euro conspiracy theorists were right about Dave, turns out he's actually a brit . should be interesting to see what gets caught Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
(DC) Mark Metzger Posted October 20, 2004 Report Share Posted October 20, 2004 Tommy you da man..... you gettin royalties for that picture? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big Carphuna Posted October 23, 2004 Report Share Posted October 23, 2004 That is the most disturbing thing I have seen in a while. Is there really a need to charge folks to fish a water like Town? Why not just sell the lake to those guys..... I think Ill pass on ever fishing this lake again. Ruined. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
carphead Posted October 23, 2004 Report Share Posted October 23, 2004 Scott, I didn't read anywhere that they had to pay to fish the lake. It looks like Angling Lines is selling a carp fishing holiday at Towne Lake but their customers don't actually pay to fish the lake: Accommodation is at the fantastic Wellesley Inn & Suites which overlook some of the most prolific swims on the lake. Upon your arrival you will be met by an ACS representative who will provide you with licenses, up to date information on the areas fishing best and how to approach them, ensure you settle in and be available during the duration of your stay to help wherever they can. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big Carphuna Posted October 23, 2004 Report Share Posted October 23, 2004 Or another words pay 400$ each for almost nothing. Turning this gem into a commercial carp water is a joke....Plus the fact the bottom 2 fish are the same... But Ed, You still da man.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Carp Fever Posted October 24, 2004 Report Share Posted October 24, 2004 This can only do our sport good. The more revenue that the City of Austin receives the sooner it will abolish those silly little men with their bows and arrows. With your threat not to fish Town again the place looks better already John Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest RoughFisherman Posted October 24, 2004 Report Share Posted October 24, 2004 Scott, You’re just jealous because you haven’t caught the "mug fish"…yet. Don’t worry, I still think "you da man"! Jim C Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big Carphuna Posted October 24, 2004 Report Share Posted October 24, 2004 Actually Jim, I must confess My PB is indeed a mugger. I still love the fish though... As for you John, Ill share some bank with you soon... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LONESTAR Posted October 24, 2004 Report Share Posted October 24, 2004 its not any diffrant then someone guiding on lake fork or castaic for bass...... if i was gonna fly 1/2 accross the earth to fish I would want some help.....and be willing to pay for it Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big Carphuna Posted October 24, 2004 Report Share Posted October 24, 2004 I agree with you on your point Zach, IF it was a big intimidating water like Larry, or many of the big French/Romanian waters. But Town is a nice cozy water, located dead int he center of Austin, with great shore access, and fairly easy fishing. It just doesnt seem worth $400 per person for what amounts to a little more than some advice..... Also, who are these "ACS" members that will constantly be on hand for travelers? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LONESTAR Posted October 24, 2004 Report Share Posted October 24, 2004 its not that bad it looks like that money includes the room and some other stuff.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big Carphuna Posted October 24, 2004 Report Share Posted October 24, 2004 I guess I didnt really notice that, I thought with the "Not included" list, that wasnt part of it. But, I guess 6 nights at $40/night only leaves some $175 for some advice... I guess theres nothing to do. Just seems like any good water that becomes well known has the potential of being "pimped out" by commercial interests...sad. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
borofc Posted October 24, 2004 Report Share Posted October 24, 2004 its not any diffrant then someone guiding on lake fork or castaic for bass......if i was gonna fly 1/2 accross the earth to fish I would want some help.....and be willing to pay for it Zach There are people on here who wish you would fly halfway round the world......... ........and would gladly pay for a one way ticket....................... : Are you saying you need help to fish...........I don't believe that for one moment........................ BOROFC Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
borofc Posted October 24, 2004 Report Share Posted October 24, 2004 This can only do our sport good. The more revenue that the City of Austin receives the sooner it will abolish those silly little men with their bows and arrows. With your threat not to fish Town again the place looks better alreadyJohn John Of course it's good for the fish aswell............they love to be hauled out more than they already are. You can't beat a good commercial fishery.............ask Karl........he also fished Woodlands..........famous for fish with no lips.......... But there again if it lines the pockets with $$$$$$$$ then it must be a good for FISHING!!!!!!!! BOROFC Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LONESTAR Posted October 24, 2004 Report Share Posted October 24, 2004 its not any diffrant then someone guiding on lake fork or castaic for bass......if i was gonna fly 1/2 accross the earth to fish I would want some help.....and be willing to pay for it Zach There are people on here who wish you would fly halfway round the world......... ........and would gladly pay for a one way ticket....................... : Are you saying you need help to fish...........I don't believe that for one moment........................ BOROFC like who? I thought I was well like by every one..... come on its just carp fishing...still 80 quid aint bad to have some one pic you up at the air port take you to the hotel and show you around the water and some of the spots that produce..and be there the whole week to help you anyway they can...I mean after all if it wasnt for Dave and Brian none of us would have the pleasure of fishing town lake they could have kept it to themselfs instead they shared what they had found with every one, I for one am greatful for that...so to have a person that is associated with one of the pioneers of town lake one of wich has had the 2nd biggest fish to come from there and the largest of all last year in our humble club, take you show you around the water I mean that has to be worth something?? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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