Post by reelteacher on Mar 4, 2009 18:04:27 GMT -5
Went fishing today, it was sunny and 42 degrees and I just couldn't stand it anymore. I tied on a small black and green flashback of a size 18 onto my 6ft 3 wt. and walked out my back door and went fishing in my little creek.
I found a decent little hole and figured if there was ever any fish in there, that would be the place. Sure enough, my first cast yielded a small tug on the line. I had my first fish of '09! Sure, chubs aren't what you'd call a fish to brag about, but hey, I'm a fisherman, and chubs are fish. I caught 3 in quick order and had a dandy on, but like all big ones, he escaped my grasp.
I always cherish the first fish of a new year. They give me hope for a new and exciting year of fishing and dreaming. Whether big or small, bass or minnow, there's just something about that pull on my line that helps me feel in touch with the wild. To fool a fish with your own creations is always fun.
Warmer weather is on its way and that means the water and fish will be warming up as well. Remember to keep things simple and use common sense this time of year. Get out in the yard and practice your casting a few times if time permits. Wear heavy socks and gloves to protect your feet and hands from the icy water. Remember wether you catch any fish or not, what an awesome privilage we have to live in this country and have the freedom to fish in public lands. Please take care of it!
I found a decent little hole and figured if there was ever any fish in there, that would be the place. Sure enough, my first cast yielded a small tug on the line. I had my first fish of '09! Sure, chubs aren't what you'd call a fish to brag about, but hey, I'm a fisherman, and chubs are fish. I caught 3 in quick order and had a dandy on, but like all big ones, he escaped my grasp.
I always cherish the first fish of a new year. They give me hope for a new and exciting year of fishing and dreaming. Whether big or small, bass or minnow, there's just something about that pull on my line that helps me feel in touch with the wild. To fool a fish with your own creations is always fun.
Warmer weather is on its way and that means the water and fish will be warming up as well. Remember to keep things simple and use common sense this time of year. Get out in the yard and practice your casting a few times if time permits. Wear heavy socks and gloves to protect your feet and hands from the icy water. Remember wether you catch any fish or not, what an awesome privilage we have to live in this country and have the freedom to fish in public lands. Please take care of it!
