Rule 1) Don't troll (here) i.e. useless but inflammatory commentary. Holmes has Anti-Troll in roll-on and in a spray can. He will use it!
Rule 2) Many folks have passionate opinions and even though they are wrong you still respect their rights.
Rule 3) A few folks are cranky. They wake up that way after very vivid dreams caused their tendonitis to flare up.
Rule 4) Get into it. Lurkers are like peeping-toms, standing back when they really want to throw one in there.
Rule 6) Maintain a semblance of humour in the face of overwhelming grief - we're talking killing fish here. It helps in coping.
Rule 7) Some guys love to stir it up - others will rise to the bait. Just like fishing.
Rule 8) Heated discussions do not mean there is acrimony - refer to Rule 2
Rule 9) If you have a thin skin you will leave here whimpering like a little girl - man up!
Rule 10) If you have boat or fish-related expertise, you are expected to share it. Then be prepared for praise or criticism. See Rule 9.
Rule 11) If you have a political opinion please share it - we love to see how savage your beat-down will be - fight-on! See Rule 9.
Rule 12) Some are competitive and hold up their number of postings like a trophy - don't post too much or...see rule 9.
Rule 13) If you have a good opinion of DFO, FN's, Steven Hume or commies, please share it, then refer to Rule 11.
Woops - my buddy Holmes has reminded me of a serious oversight:
Rule 14) If you like John Duncan or even considered voting for the sad sack of skin, you had best leave quietly right now. Do not walk - RUN!*
Okay, enough ... follow these rules and you'll have an awesome time here and become a lifer. There are many more but those are the 13...er 14 necessary to survival. Now get out there...
and good luck to you!
* attached pic so you know what you're up against...
