Sidetracked Slightly....

Been sidetracked by a little project we have been working on.  So, we have not fished as much as we normally do... but, this project is related to fishing though!  Working on an old outboard that had some mechanical issues.  Uses a 50cc motor much like a weedeater.  Now, working on getting it to run using salvaged parts from an old weedeater we have.  Hope to get it running, else.... we go back to fishing (which is not a bad alternative)!

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2012-2013 Season Approaches... Lavon Permits Available!

This year's hunting season is fast approaching here in the Lonestar State!  To start things off, Lake Lavon Hunting Permits are available for the 2012-2013 Season.  Water level is higher than last year at this time; hope to visit some hunting spots this upcoming Early Teal Season.

Four For Lunch!

Took a Lunch Break and hit Bethany with a Fly Rod and a Damsel Fly.  Caught four Sunfish/Bluegill.  No Bruisers but did see a few Bass chasing baitfish in the shallows in the shady areas by the trees near the bank!

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Checked the Trot Line.

Checked the Trot Line this morning.  Had baited up with Shrimp and Hot Dogs this time.  Caught four Catfish we kept for dinner.  Also, caught and released three undersized Catfish and a White Bass.  And, did lose another Catfish while bring it in.  Fun stuff!

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Able to Wet a Line... Opted for the Tenkara Rod!

Been a tough week for the Team to get away and fish.  Did make it this morning to Bethany.  Brought the Tenkara Rod and fished with a Purple Grasshopper Variant; caught about 12 Bluegill and Sunfish.  Then, switched to a Bully's Bluegill Spider and caught more.  Then, ended the outing with a Shellcracker that went for a Elk Hair Caddis!  Fun stuff!

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Today's Catch....

Checked the Trot Line this morning.  Caught five Catfish, released one that was undersized and kept four for Dinner.  Largest went 19" in size.  Fun stuff... much calmer winds compared to yesterday!

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Set Another Trot Line!

Set a Trot Line today.  Used Shad, Shrimp, and Hot Dogs for bait.  We are letting the Trot Line soak now; hope to catch a Bruiser or two this round.  Made some adjustments since last time.  Added two more floats and weights to keep the main line off the bottom and set at the right depth.

Also, used a "Hand Line" holder to store the main line and a "Noodle" to keep the hook and leaders organized.  Despite the strong wind today was able to set the Trot Line with minimal issues and did not have to untangle any hooks and leaders this time.

Now... if the fish would cooperate and get caught, things will be even better!

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No Bruisers Today....

More fishing at Bethany; really tough though. But, did get some Sunfish and Bluegill.  Even caught a fingerling Bass that took the fishing fly. No Bruisers today but it still beats working!

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Catfish for Dinner....

Made a batch of Beer Batter Fish Fry the we like it.  Made a few changes here and there from the original recipe to include the Tartar Sauce.  Made for a filling meal...and a great Dinner last night!

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Caught a Few Fish on the Fly Including a Bruiser

Fished Bethany again this evening.  Went with the 3-Wt Flyrod and a Bully Spider. Caught a few fish - Sunfish, Bluegill, Bass, and a decent Bruiser Catfish.  Estimated 20"+ in size.  Surprised it went for the fishing fly!

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