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Wishin’ I was Fishin’...

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with Carl Gagnon

“ My earliest fishing memory is
By Molly Kett
of my family taking me out to fish
on the shores of the Ottawa River.
eet Carl Gagnon, a 50-year-old I still have that picture of me in
Mfather of two and a recently
my Montreal Expos cap holding a
retired high school vice principal.
perch,” said Gagnon.
Gagnon finds solace and excitement
in the art of fishing. With a deep When asked about his favorite
love for the outdoors and a passion fishing memory, Gagnon finds it
for angling, he shares his earliest challenging to choose just one.
memories, favorite fishing moments, However, he fondly recalls taking
and the joy of being on the water. his family on the boat for the first
time. Although he didn’t fish much
Having spent twenty-three years in
the education sector, Gagnon is now himself, seeing the joy and smiles
on his loved ones’ faces made every Photo Submitted
relishing the opportunity to pursue tangle in the fishing line and fish
his hobbies and spend quality time removal worth it.
with his family. When asked about his
love for fishing, Gagnon emphasizes For Gagnon, the St Lawrence River that Gagnon enjoys catching, he has available throughout the season.
the peace and excitement it brings. holds a special place in his heart a particular fondness for largemouth
as his favorite fishing destination. Eager to share his passion with
“It’s the peace of being on the and smallmouth bass due to their others, Gagnon encourages those
Accessible through various boat
water, but also the excitement of not spirited fights. Additionally, he finds who have never fished before to give
launches, this expansive river offers
knowing when and where the next numerous shorelines for casting pleasure in reeling in walleye, trout it a try.
fish will take your bait. It’s about (lake, rainbow, and speckled), pike,
a line and a diverse range of fish “Fishing doesn’t have to be an
getting out early in the morning and species to target. and panfish. expensive hobby,” he advises. “With
admiring the sun coming up, but After a six-year hiatus, Gagnon has
also staying out until nighttime and Gagnon’s response is simple yet returned to tournament fishing this a simple line, lure, or live bait, you’ll
quickly become hooked once you
letting the moon cast that glow on heartfelt when asked about his next year, teaming up with his original
the water,” said Gagnon. fishing destination. “Honestly, I don’t partner, his father. They have joined experience the thrill of landing a
have a specific lake or river or fish fish. But it’s not just about the fish;
Reflecting on his earliest fishing the Bait Fuel Fishing Tour, and those it’s about embracing the outdoor
species to target. If I am on the water,
memory, Gagnon recalls a special I’m a happy guy,” said Gagnon. interested can follow their journey on experience, finding peace, and
moment with his family on the shores the Bait Fuel Fishing Tour website, enjoying the camaraderie that comes
of the Ottawa River. Among the various fish species where coverage of the series will be with it.”

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