Rawthumb, I now do remember that we met here at the shop.

I talk to so many people everyday that sometimes it all blurs into one.

You obviously know someone involved with Kulik.

I wasn't their but I did hear something to that effect concerning Jeff.

I just talked to Kaufmann's and Gordy being back is unfortunately just a rumor. He is a great guy!

I agree with what you said about what is causing crowding up there.

I think another factor concerning the crowding in Katmai area anyway is due to the fact that without reds in the river system there are usually no trout.

Unless there is a lake in the system then there are usually little or no Reds.

And also as you know certain streams usually hold trout at certain times up there on many of the streams.

And most of the lodges are fishing the same waters at the same time.

I know for a fact that Sonny is making his money with his air service and his concession at Brooks which is catering mainly to bear watchers.

The fishing lodges are usually lucky if they break even.

Rob