Senior Fishing Trip #2 08-02-10

islandbass · 08-04-10, 01:43 PM

After the success of the first fishing trip last month, the group could not wait for the next one. Fortunately for them, they did not have to wait long.

Destination – Lake Washington

The destination was Lake Washington at Gene Coulon Park. My scouting trip a few days before showed some promise in terms of getting them on to some fish. I managed to catch two smallmouth bass and almost a perch while one person caught three blue gills and yet another caught a squawfish. In addition, all of these fish were caught in about a thirty-minute period and in the same area. In my book, that would be a sign of decent fishing with a good chance of catching.

Gray Start

The day started overcast and relatively cool, which was a change from the sunnier conditions that I encountered a few days before.

Typical Seattle Overcast Day

Our first spot to our disappointment was dead. We targeted the fish from above the weeds float fishing and from the bottom. One member, who chose to start in another spot did not have this problem. She caught a few perch before the rest of the group jumped on her bandwagon.

Now We’re Cooking

The day warmed up enough to dispel the clouds and boost activity level of the fish increased. Perch and blue gill were being caught in spurts to the enjoyment of the group and to my relief. I am proud to say that every member of the group caught and landed fish. We even had a few double ups.

Go Gertie!! The fence was at a height that made it difficult for her to see her float, but that did not stop her from catching fish. Float down; perch up and over the fence!

This is the large perch of the day.

All Good Things

As with all good things, they come to an end and this outing was no exception. This was indeed a good day and a great fishing outing. Over twenty perch and a handful of cute blue gill were landed and everyone went home happy and with a smile. And to me, that makes every tangled line undone, every re-tie, every baited hook, and every fish unhooked worth it.

WaffleJaw · 08-04-10, 02:19 PM

Alex,
All I can say is the world needs more people like you...I think what your doing is just incredible....It must be something to share that moment with them..keep it up!

brushhog · 08-04-10, 02:56 PM

Probably the most enjoyable report on this thoroughly enjoyable site... Thanks IB

bamabassman · 08-04-10, 06:17 PM

once agian islandbass.................YOU ROCK MAN!!!!

keithdog · 08-04-10, 08:13 PM

Thats abosolutely wonderfull! One of the best posts I've ever read. Like Waffle said, the world needs more folks like you. I'm very proud to say your a part of this forums.

Cavs1123 · 08-04-10, 10:10 PM

Ya IB! Thats awesome that your doing that!

08-04-10, 01:43 PM	#1
islandbass BassFishin.Com Super Veteran Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: WA State Posts: 1,783	Senior Fishing Trip #2 08-02-10 After the success of the first fishing trip last month, the group could not wait for the next one. Fortunately for them, they did not have to wait long. Destination – Lake Washington The destination was Lake Washington at Gene Coulon Park. My scouting trip a few days before showed some promise in terms of getting them on to some fish. I managed to catch two smallmouth bass and almost a perch while one person caught three blue gills and yet another caught a squawfish. In addition, all of these fish were caught in about a thirty-minute period and in the same area. In my book, that would be a sign of decent fishing with a good chance of catching. Gray Start The day started overcast and relatively cool, which was a change from the sunnier conditions that I encountered a few days before. Typical Seattle Overcast Day Our first spot to our disappointment was dead. We targeted the fish from above the weeds float fishing and from the bottom. One member, who chose to start in another spot did not have this problem. She caught a few perch before the rest of the group jumped on her bandwagon. Now We’re Cooking The day warmed up enough to dispel the clouds and boost activity level of the fish increased. Perch and blue gill were being caught in spurts to the enjoyment of the group and to my relief. I am proud to say that every member of the group caught and landed fish. We even had a few double ups. Go Gertie!! The fence was at a height that made it difficult for her to see her float, but that did not stop her from catching fish. Float down; perch up and over the fence! This is the large perch of the day. All Good Things As with all good things, they come to an end and this outing was no exception. This was indeed a good day and a great fishing outing. Over twenty perch and a handful of cute blue gill were landed and everyone went home happy and with a smile. And to me, that makes every tangled line undone, every re-tie, every baited hook, and every fish unhooked worth it. __________________ ARX "If people concentrated on the really important things in life, there'd be a shortage of fishing poles." Doug Larson (Shimano 2005 Reel Catalog)

08-04-10, 02:56 PM	#3
brushhog BassFishin.Com Super Veteran Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Whitesboro, NY Posts: 1,222	Probably the most enjoyable report on this thoroughly enjoyable site... Thanks IB __________________ 3/4 of the Earth's surface is water and 1/4 is land. Clearly god wants me to fish, not mow the lawn.

08-04-10, 06:17 PM	#4
bamabassman BassFishin.Com Premier Elite Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: cedar bluff, alabama Posts: 15,292	once agian islandbass.................YOU ROCK MAN!!!! __________________ so many lures, so little time.

08-04-10, 10:10 PM	#6
Cavs1123 BassFishin.Com Super Veteran Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Bellevue, Ohio Posts: 1,398	Ya IB! Thats awesome that your doing that! __________________ Tom

08-04-10, 02:19 PM	#2
WaffleJaw BassFishin.Com Super Veteran Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Dallas,TX (DFW) Posts: 2,212	Alex, All I can say is the world needs more people like you...I think what your doing is just incredible....It must be something to share that moment with them..keep it up! __________________ [nelsoncustomrods.com]

08-04-10, 08:13 PM	#5
keithdog BassFishin.Com Premier Elite Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: IN Posts: 8,308	Thats abosolutely wonderfull! One of the best posts I've ever read. Like Waffle said, the world needs more folks like you. I'm very proud to say your a part of this forums.

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