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Wishin’ I was Fishin’...

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with Randy Yue -A Lifelong Passion for Fishing, Nature, and Community

By Molly Kett

n the town of Cornwall, Ontario,
IRandy Yue, a local fisherman, has
spent the better part of his life pursuing
the art of angling. His journey into fishing
began at a young age, driven by a deep
appreciation for the peaceful atmosphere
and the opportunity to immerse himself
in the sights Mother Nature has to offer.
“My earliest fishing memory is when,
around the age of ten, I went to the
Long Sault Crossway fishing with my
dad,” said Yue. “I would be the little one
throwing rocks in the water until my dad
had a smallmouth bass on the line and he
handed me his rod. That’s the moment I
was hooked.”
Among his treasured memories,
Yue highlights his first tournament on
White Lake, an event that wasn’t just
about competition but also about raising
money for CHEO, a children’s hospital
in Ottawa. Photo Submitted
“It was great to see everyone fishing goes forever, and the sights are endless,” While he enjoys fishing for various Benefit tournament for CHEO,
for the same reason — raising money,” said Yue. species, Yue has a soft spot for showcasing his commitment to both the
Yue said, underlining the sense of Yue has become an advocate for smallmouth bass. sport and charitable causes.
community that fishing tournaments can his beloved hobby, emphasizing the
foster. therapeutic benefits of being outdoors. “The power of the fish pulling and Yue also had some advice to offer
When asked about his favourite “Being outdoors is therapeutic for the jumping out of the water while hearing fellow anglers: “If you’re on the water,
fishing spot, Yue speaks highly of the mind and soul,” he said. the fish pull drag is something that I can’t please wear your PFD (personal flotation
Raisin River towards Lancaster. Looking ahead, Yue dreams of casting explain, and it’s a great thrill,” said Yue. device). Accidents can happen in a
“The sights are amazing, seeing all his line in the Florida Keys, chasing the Beyond the personal joys of fishing, matter of seconds. Besides that, get out
the wildlife just doing their thing. All formidable Goliath grouper — a fish Yue actively participates in tournaments, there and just have fun, and be mindful
different types of fish species. It just particularly the Kayak Fishing Life while on the water.”
firmly on his bucket list.

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