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Wishin’ I was Fishin’...

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with Steven Bourdeau

By Molly Kett accomplishments is a childhood
catch that remains vivid to this

teven Bourdeau, 33, has a day.
Slifelong passion for fishing. “My most significant fishing
It’s an activity he describes as memory occurred at Loch Garry
both calming and exhilarating. Lake when I was eight years old;

“Fishing is a deeply engaging the catch of a 20-pound, 40-inch
pursuit for me, valued for its muskie,” says Bourdeau. “I recall
dual nature of tranquility and fishing from the shore with a
excitement,” says Bourdeau. friend when a massive fish took
the line. It took approximately
“I appreciate the technical
challenges inherent in the sport, ten minutes to land the fish, and
which require a comprehensive the size of the muskie was a truly
understanding of various remarkable moment.”
equipment, including different For Bourdeau, fishing remains

lures, rods, reels, and rigging a rewarding pastime.
setups.”
“I see fishing as a uniquely
His earliest memories of being peaceful, relaxing, and exciting
on the water trace back to Loch activity. It is accessible and
Garry Lake in Apple Hill, where enjoyable for all ages and
his family hosted an annual relatively cost-effective,” says
fishing derby. Bourdeau.

“These events typically resulted Looking ahead, he has his
in numerous bass catches and sights set on new waters.
fostered a strong appreciation “A long-term aspiration of mine
for the camaraderie of the sport,” Photo Submitted
is to fish in the southern United
says Bourdeau.
States to target trophy-sized large
Among his most memorable mouth bass,” says Bourdeau.



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