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This map is dedicated to my father. My father loved fishing and this favorite pastime of his was passed down to his sons, who likewise enjoy it whenever they get a chance, especially when they are together.

To quote a wise fisherman (my brother Robert) "Most people do not appreciate what fishing is really about and the special moments you spend together with family and friends. It's not a hobby but a passion, where relationships are built with one another and the challenge of the sport is shared."

I created a map that highlights some of the prized fishing spots the Galante's have fished, so you too can experience some of the excitement fishing has to offer and the rewarding relationships it can foster.

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I can't think of a man more fitting to honor then my father. Not just because he was my father but more so for the kind of man he was.

Devoted faithful husband for 53 years , loving father, great fisherman, teacher, skilled artist and craftsman, jack of all trades who had a deep love for God . Just a few things that my father was.

Most importantly he was a father in the truest sense of the word. He had a fathers heart, and his first priority was the welfare of his children. He would show this in actions more then words, more times then I can remember he would always have a good word and a helping hand when we needed it the most.

My father's lasting legacy is the life he lived in the body God gave him. Nothing else matters in the end, because everything else will be left behind except what good we do while in the body God gave us. My father wasn't perfect but he was faithful and obedient to God's commandments. His life was blessed because of this faithfulness.

I praise God for giving me such an example that I can follow. I can say now looking back that I wished I was a better son but I can't say I wish I had a better father. I think I had the greatest father a son could ever have. I'll miss you Dad.

Love, your devoted son
Michael

Marion Lake is located in the Mt Jefferson Wilderness. We had a nice time hiking the 2.5 mile trail to the lake. While there we did a little fishing and caught one 11ich native brook trout.

Silver Falls State Park is located 30min east of Salem. This large state park boasts 10 beautiful waterfalls. We hiked the trail to North Falls (136 ft) this beautiful waterfall has a amphitheater-like surrounding where you can walk behind the falls