As we pick away at the leftover candy, or for many of us, our share of the mandatory parental tax, it may dawn on a number of us that this was most certainly one of the warmest Hallowe’en nights in some time. Though windy and a bit rainy, many parts of Ontario saw near record breaking temperatures on Halloween night with the mercury hitting the low twenties for much of Southern Ontario. Which really begs the question… When is this predicted La Niña going to make its appearance? Meteorologists have said brace ourselves for a cold, snowy winter this year with the La Niña pattern emerging. With twenty degree days predicted for some parts of Ontario this month though, it does have you wondering if perhaps there is time yet for one more session. Welcome to November, members; a time for remembering, reflecting and looking forward.
REMEMBERANCE DAY 2024
This year marks the 110th anniversary of the start of WWI. The Great War spanned four years from 1914 to 1918, and came at the cost of some 20 million lives, both civilian and military personnel. This year also marks the 80th anniversary of D-Day which began on June 6th, 1944. It would prove to be the largest amphibious invasion in human history. Operation Overlord began at the beaches of Normandy as a means to dispel the power of occupying forces in Fortress Europe. It spearheaded a series of successful offenses by the Allies that would ultimately end with the Nazi’s surrender a year later, ending the war in the European theatre. The CCS recognizes the contributions and sacrifices of those that have served, died for, and continue to serve this beautiful nation we call home. Lest we forget.
MOVEMBER & MEN’S MENTAL HEALTH AWARENESS
As we enter those darker days, it’s important that we are here for one another. Our Mental Health Ambassador, Kevin Girolametto has some words to pass along:
MOVEMBER AND THE CCS COMMUNITY
As November arrives, men everywhere start growing mustaches, not for style, but for Movember, a global movement highlighting men’s health issues. Movember emphasizes four key areas: mental health, suicide prevention, prostate cancer, and testicular cancer. Even the carp fishing community can join the cause and help make a difference.
MENTAL HEALTH
Mental health challenges affect millions of men, but stigma keeps many from speaking up. Movember encourages open conversations, reminding men it’s okay to seek help. For carp anglers, quiet moments on the bank offer peace, yet being part of a supportive community matters too. Just as fishing requires patience, so does taking care of mental health.
SUICIDE PREVENTION
Suicide rates are higher among men, often due to unaddressed mental health struggles. Movember funds programs to support men in crisis. The carp fishing community thrives on camaraderie, which can offer a lifeline to men in need. We need to extend our support to those who feel alone.
PROSTATE CANCER
Prostate cancer is the most common cancer in men, and early detection is critical. Movember promotes screenings and education. In carp fishing, just as we prepare for a day by the water, men must prioritize health check-ups. A small step toward awareness can have life-saving results.
TESTICULAR CANCER
Testicular cancer affects younger men, so Movember encourages education from an early age. Like passing down fishing tips, carp anglers can share knowledge about self-checks and health. This simple awareness could change lives.
THE MUSTACHE
The mustache is Movember’s emblem, a conversation starter and a visible commitment to men’s health. In the fishing community, imagine anglers sporting mustaches as a show of solidarity, raising awareness as they share stories by the water or on a social media platform. Each mustache represents a united front for a crucial cause.
Supporting Movember means creating lasting impact. Whether hosting a charity fishing event, sharing the message, or growing a mustache to start conversations, every bit helps. This November, the carp fishing community has the chance to promote real change and support men’s health, one mustache at a time.
CONTENT
Galen Yerex’s Rig Consistency article isn’t one to glance over. The man is a whizz with underwater videography and truly never leaves the house without it. His in depth analysis of fish behaviour and rig hooking consistency makes this article well worth a read. Additionally, Nathan Cutler’s latest video on his take on the spinner rig is very comprehensive and following alongside him as he ties this well touted rig, may put the odds in your favour! A new article is on the horizon and dropping soon called “Grow Your Skill Set,” but after this it seems as though the ole article cows are getting a bit tired. Have a great idea for an article, or even an idea for a quick video? Perhaps that little secret edge that you are finally willing to divulge that could make a world of difference? We want our members to know that we value them and want to see more of them provide their insights and bestow their knowledge to the community in a variety of ways! This is a call to those of you who have something noteworthy that shouldn’t be lost to the newsfeed. How about a great hearty bankside recipe for those longer, colder sessions? Extra brownie points if you send sample care packages too! Consider videotaping something in session for our CCSTV, even if it is just merely some “b roll” with the beautiful sounds of nature… get on that ASMR business!
URC & MIRROR PAGES
The Unofficial Record Captures and Mirror pages have both seen some work in the back end and we aren’t tooting our horn (we are tooting Mr. Smith’s specifically) when we say it’s looking prim and proper! Have a gander at some of the incredible fish that have graced our members since our inauguration. Don’t forget, if you have had or end up having a common over thirty pounds this season be sure to submit it to our URC page located under our members only tab. Additionally, any and all respectable size mirrors are welcomed!
FALL SSF RESULTS
As they generally do in Autumn, the big fish came out to play for our members and one look at the leaderboards for our final SSF of the season will show just that! Fourteen carp over 30 pounds were weighed over the course of those ten days, many of which came to members from the prairies! A huge congrats to all of those that participated and for making the leaderboard an exciting one to watch!
Viktor Zherebiatiev, Justin Petracek and Tamara Tyshchuk battled it out over those ten days and dominated the leaderboard with impressive weights over 90lb each. A big congrats to our first place winner Viktor who finished with a total weight of 98lb. Justin and Tamara finished in a tie which, to be settled, comes down to the biggest fish between the two of them. Justin claims second place just one ounce over Tamara for what is our closest separation to date.
In our teams event, we witnessed the Donkey Smacking River Titans hold a solid lead through the week before settling in third place as teams Terra Carp and Dave Thorpe Canada pulled out the chunks for first and second place respectively and separated by only one pound! Congratulations to the winning teams. It just goes to show that mere ounces could separate you from glory. We hope that you will all join us again for next year’s events!
ANGLER OF THE YEAR
We have been seeing those year end posts with reviews of one’s season and we are feeling inspired and impressed by some of the numbers we are seeing. In a matter of weeks, the first round of our AOTY voting will begin. If you aren’t yet familiar, there are a total of five categories; The Most Hardcore, The Most Improved, The Beastmaster, The Mentor and of course he/she that exhibits all of the traits aforementioned, our Angler of the Year. Do you know someone who has just entered into the world of carp fishing, but has shown substantial growth in their catch rates, fish playing, etc.? Perhaps that is a name that ought to be brought to the table when it comes time to discuss candidates for our Most Improved category. To our newer members (and novice carpers) post some pictures to the Newsfeed, tell us about how your season went and some hurdles you overcame. We will soon have more dates for you with regards to when the polls open, and when the virtual banquet will be held, so keep an eye on the Newsfeed and AOTY page.
MEMBER BENEFITS: KAL-TIRE
You know that nasty weather is coming, but did you know that being a CCS member can help you with staying safe this winter? Our members have an exclusive VIP package with Kal Tire for discounted products and services:
1. Enhanced discounts on new Passenger & Light Truck tires• The most popular brands are available to you at lower than normal pricing. These brands include; Nokian, Bridgestone, Firestone, Michelin, BF Goodrich, Sumitomo, Nitto, Uniroyal, Yokohama & others.
2. 5% discount on tire services (excludes new tire installation)
3. 10% discount on mechanical services, mechanical parts, wheels & wheel parts.
4. VIP account is valid at all Kal Tire locations throughout Canada.
5. Nationwide Warranty at all Kal Tire locations through our Customer Care Plan which includes:
• FREE flat repairs for the life of the tire
• Road hazard protection on all personal use passenger & light truck tires purchased, with FREE replacement if the tire is damaged beyond repair within 30 days, and pro-rated replacement if unserviceable for the life of the tread
• Tread life GUARANTEE on selected tires
• LIFETIME balancing on original assembly
• FREE tire rotation (rotating tire position)• FREE basic vehicle inspection
• 30 DAY no-hassle guarantee
If you haven’t already taken a look at those ol’ winter tires, perhaps now would be a good time to check your tread depth to see if it is time to replace them. Be sure to check out the Benefits section on the CCS site under our MEMBERS AREA tab for more details about what discounts are available to you.
AND FINALLY
Our next newsletter will be coming to you during what is, for many, the most stressful time of year: The winter holiday season. If you have someone on your gift list that you think would absolutely love what the CCS has to offer, consider gifting a membership and inviting them into this vast world of knowledge… The more, the merrier we say! As always, we hope that this newsletter finds you well, and that this season has been a good one for you. To those of you that continue to brave the yo-yo like weather in the pursuit of gold, we salute you (we are looking at you Mr. Weldon!).
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