I was digging around looking at some posts that I had missed during the summer and bumbled and stumbled on this one. I couldn't help but chuckle at the results of the poll. Heck I probably would of voted yes too as I was certainly feeling like one. Looking back the results are mixed in ways I wouldn't have envisioned.

Saturday and Sunday in late June found me doing a show in Kansas City in 100 degree heat. Tough set-up and tough break down and no dough. Monday I drove back to Michigan, Tuesday I loaded my/our gear and we hit the road. 20 hours later we are at the "Q" yours truly doing all the driving. Safe to say I was a little waxed but I usually can always summon some reserve.........

I had devoted many emails to my pal and his kid instructing them on areas I knew they were deficient in. I know he can bust 50 or probably 100 clay pigeons straight at some sporting clays club but has a tough time tying a knot for fishing. As it was I still ended up tying some knots, doing the majority of the fish cleaning and fish cooking and rigging the fly over their tent when it leaked. But they learned boat loads and they had a blast............ as did I. :) [smiley=thumbup.gif]

The 14 year old had a super time and was 0 problem and rather was an asset to our troop.

They want to do the same trip again but I belong to the "been there done that" school of thought. Looking back a little tough love was on target. I am a firm believer in honesty even if it steps on some toes. I personally think that problems amongst trippers could be avoided if expectations were placed on the table and discussed. The question, "How do you envision the trip unfolding" should be common practice amongst those that decide to travel together IMO.