Fishing Reports going members only today

"Dealt with harshly"? Is this your little fiefdom?

I suppose so. But he is a most benevolent dictator 

Don't know the man personally, but so far any "harsh" actions he's taken  (which have been minimal over the past year)  have revolved around people abusing the good nature of the site. Good for him.

As for the "minefuror" crack, I know you're new (me too), but it's probably not appropriate. Certainly not accurate.

Ben

As for the "minefuror" crack, I know you're new (me too), but it's probably not appropriate. Certainly not accurate.

Goodwin's law.  It was only a matter of time.

As for the "minefuror" crack, I know you're new (me too), but it's probably not appropriate. Certainly not accurate.

Goodwin's law.  It was only a matter of time.

Exactly what I was thinking! It's funny how accurately Godwin's Law points out this little piece of human nature on the internet.

I've had the honor of meeting Bill and his family several times since I joined this site. He's a great guy with nothing but the best intentions not only for this site, but for anybody around him.

Ten real posts anywhere on the site is not too much to ask, unless you're one of the lurkers that are upset because now you actually have to start participating. In that case, don't let the door hit you on the way out...

Bye Bye Captwillie......

Nothing like a little motivation to get the trolls out of the woodwork.
Although I may have issues with "Pay to Play" when it involves dollars, I see no problem in using a little "sweat equity" to invest in this online community.
Funny how the "BS" thread is someone's second post.
As one who has been here since the days of "SG-she who shall remain nameless" and #1 AOTY at a half moon bay hawiian restaurant that no longer exists   it seems whatever steps are necessary to keep things on the up & up are justifiable.
Maybe this will separate those who are "walking the walk" from those who are just talking.

Sean,

Are you selling Halibut and Lingcod from a street corner in Bonnydoon????

Rich

This site has never been about $, I make enough to cover cost and make a small profit (enough to keep the IRS off my back) at this point I am still in the hole a decent chunk of change but I don't care. The last thing I want to do to take money from people that they should be putting towards more important stuff than paying for server bills.

I assumed that was the case. I have trusted my life (literally) with many of you while OTW. I have no doubt the decision will be fair. But I do like the two week delay for guests and non 'participants'

Any newbies that would like to post a report can do so in the General forum. I will be happy to move them over to the Reports forum.

-Brian G

I have trusted my life (literally) with many of you while OTW.

Statements like this make me cringe.

-Allen

I have trusted my life (literally) with many of you while OTW.

Statements like this make me cringe.

-Allen

Allen,

I didn't mean I go out in the ocean in a bathing suit, trout rod and a reckless attitude. Even the most seasoned waterman is better served by not going alone (look at the recent diver tragedy on the central coast). Despite all the preparation, flotation, radios, wet suits, and safety gear shit can go pear shaped in a minute.  Having help nearby is always a good idea. I was at GSIII when Allen took his spill and I am pretty sure he was happy to have help near by.

I have trusted my life (literally) with many of you while OTW.

Statements like this make me cringe.

-Allen

Allen,

I didn't mean I go out in the ocean in a bathing suit, trout rod and a reckless attitude. Even the most seasoned waterman is better served by not going alone (look at the recent diver tragedy on the central coast). Despite all the preparation, flotation, radios, wet suits, and safety gear shit can go pear shaped in a minute.  Having help nearby is always a good idea. I was at GSIII when Allen took his spill and I am pretty sure he was happy to have help near by.

Sorry for the threadjack ... but this is important to me.

Not saying that having help nearby isn't a good idea.  But the only person you can trust your life with out there is YOURSELF.  If you fish with me,  please do not trust me to save your life.  I am under no obligation to do so, nor am I trained to do so.  I am not saying I won't give it my all to help out anyone on the water.  But honestly, do you really know me?  Would you trust me to babysit your child?  Probably not.  So why trust me with your life.

-Allen

I have trusted my life (literally) with many of you while OTW.

Statements like this make me cringe.

-Allen

Allen,

I didn't mean I go out in the ocean in a bathing suit, trout rod and a reckless attitude. Even the most seasoned waterman is better served by not going alone (look at the recent diver tragedy on the central coast). Despite all the preparation, flotation, radios, wet suits, and safety gear shit can go pear shaped in a minute.  Having help nearby is always a good idea. I was at GSIII when Allen took his spill and I am pretty sure he was happy to have help near by.

Sorry for the threadjack ... but this is important to me.

Not saying that having help nearby isn't a good idea.  But the only person you can trust your life with out there is YOURSELF.  If you fish with me,  please do not trust me to save your life.  I am under no obligation to do so, nor am I trained to do so.  I am not saying I won't give it my all to help out anyone on the water.  But honestly, do you really know me?  Would you trust me to babysit your child?  Probably not.  So why trust me with your life.

-Allen

10th post woot!

polepole, isn't this a bit of a nitpick?  EWB is trying to thank the people he has partnered with on the water for looking out for him and getting his back, which is reciprocated.  Perhaps he could have said "I have been out on the water with many of you, and have comfort knowing that you are there to help me if I get into trouble, just as I am there to help you."**

** [superfasttalking legal disclaimer voice]This in no way obligates me or you, expressed or implied, and I do not warrant that I will actually assist you in the event of an actual emergency.  I am under no legal obligation (perhaps moral, but that is between me and my deity of choice (or absent such deity, my moral compass) and is not of your concern, unless I want to get evangelical and I make no promises that once I have your ear 1.5 miles from land that I won't try to convert you to my given set of religious/social/political beliefs, or perhaps just try to convince you that the Dodgers are the team of the future, thereby exposing me for the charlatan that I am, hope you brought an iPod but don't turn it up too loud since I want you to hear my cries for help over the VHF radio, but if I drown hey you made your peace with that right?  Thanks for goin' fishin' with me though.[/superfasttalking legal disclaimer voice]

Minefuror BILL. "Dealt with harshly"? Is this your little fiefdom?

Think before typing.

polepole, isn't this a bit of a nitpick?

I don't think so.  I see too many newbies with a false sense of security.  I don't mean to pick on EWB as this isn't meant to be a statement about him.

-Allen

10th post woot!

polepole, isn't this a bit of a nitpick?  EWB is trying to thank the people he has partnered with on the water for looking out for him and getting his back, which is reciprocated.  Perhaps he could have said "I have been out on the water with many of you, and have comfort knowing that you are there to help me if I get into trouble, just as I am there to help you."**

** [superfasttalking legal disclaimer voice]This in no way obligates me or you, expressed or implied, and I do not warrant that I will actually assist you in the event of an actual emergency.  I am under no legal obligation (perhaps moral, but that is between me and my deity of choice (or absent such deity, my moral compass) and is not of your concern, unless I want to get evangelical and I make no promises that once I have your ear 1.5 miles from land that I won't try to convert you to my given set of religious/social/political beliefs, or perhaps just try to convince you that the Dodgers are the team of the future, thereby exposing me for the charlatan that I am, hope you brought an iPod but don't turn it up too loud since I want you to hear my cries for help over the VHF radio, but if I drown hey you made your peace with that right?  Thanks for goin' fishin' with me though.[/superfasttalking legal disclaimer voice]

   I like this guy!