January 22, 2009 - Just Sunfish!

Took a quick trip to Bethany Creek Park Pond and caught a few Sunfish. Warm weather made for a comfortable outing. Fish were small but fought well on light gear. Used flyfishing gear and Nymphs to hook them in the shallows. Nothing special but good to get out after a hectic week.

Just Sunfish! Click-on DFW Fishing News for more fishing information in the Metroplex area. Or, go to Texas Rainbow Trout Fishing - Community Lakes for trout fishing information on community lakes in the area.

Done For the Today, But Oh By The Way.

Am done for the day, but oh by the way.... while out and about, passed by Lake Lavon Dam. Noted the water was not flowing, and further downriver no water movement by the railroad trellis. Looks like the lack of rain continues to impact the area.

Bethany Ridge Park

Stopped by Bethany Ridge Park around Noon today. Construction and other factors may have impacted the fishing.

Cloudy water and shifting structure - more shallows than before. Going to take a few trips to figure the pattern.

Out and About: January 18, 2009

Another morning and out and about with a run that passed by Bethany Ridge Park Pond, Bethany Lakes Lower Pond (by Joe Farmer Recreation Center), and Bethany Lakes Estates Pond (HOA).

Earlier it was reported that the pier at Bethany Ridge Park Pond was being worked on and some fishing spots would be affected. Closer look of the work showed the construction taking place was not impacting the pier or fishing spots. Good news fishermen!

Bethany Lakes Lower Pond showed minimal activity and water levels remain low. Looks as if the lack of rain is making an impact on the area ponds.

Bethany Lakes Estates Pond is maintained by the HOA, so private property rules apply. Does look promising. Even better, if the fish are not biting, a Sonic is nearby for food and drinks.

Route had a slight incline on the backside but overall consisted of flat and level ground. Good for this recreational runner.

All for now.

Out and About: January 17, 2009

Was out and about this morning. Went on a run that started at Celebration Park, through a few subdivisions, and by several ponds of interest.

Moderate pace allowed for a few pictures to be taken while on the run. The pictures listed below show Summerfield pond and Auburn Springs pond.

Have not fished Summerfield, a privately maintained pond managed by the HOA. Have fished Auburn Springs; caught Bluegill/Sunfish but have heard others taking Bass and Catfish.

All for now.

Summary of Lures/Bait Used for Trout (1/16/09)

An updated summary of lures/baits used for Trout is posted below. The results are based on recent postings and observations in the Field. The ">" indicates a post or an observation of the lure/bait being used successfully.

Reports from the Field indicate Bob Jones Park (Grapevine), Waterloo Park (Denison), and River Park (Fort Worth) are good locations for Trout in the area.

Bethany Lakes (Allen) and Greenbriar (Fort Worth) have cooled off and action remains slow or non-existent.

Fort Richardson (Jacksboro) and Lake Lewisville Ecological Learning Area (LLELA) remain open with no updates received since the last report.

Some action reported at South Lakes Park Pond and the Brazos River.

Overall, bait continues to produce. However, reports from the Guadalupe continue to suggest Wooley Buggers and Nymphs, Silver Super Dupers, and White Rooster Tails. Reports from the Brazos are also suggesting Wooley Buggers in size 10/12. Good luck and good fishing! Summary of Lures/Baits used for Trout: Click-on DFW Fishing News for more fishing information in the Metroplex area. Or, go to Texas Rainbow Trout Fishing - Community Lakes for trout fishing information on community lakes in the area.

Cold Temps and Suggested Trout Spots.

Cold temperatures today are having a negative impact on outdoor activity. From a runner's point of view, have opted to stay inside and workout on the treadmill.

From a fisherman's point of view, bundle up! Word from the Metroplex Field Team indicates Trout action at River Park in Fort Worth and Bob Jones in Grapevine. Of note is Bob Jones which received a Trout Stocking yesterday.

Suggested baits are Corn, Powerbait, and Earthworms. For fly fishermen, Olive Wooly Buggers in size 14 seem to be attractive.

Stay active; good luck and good fishing!

Ditto

Ditto for this morning.  Another cold one with an Artic Blast forecasted tomorrow. Temperature was in the mid 20's when we went out.  Ran by Celebration Park and headed to the Lost Creek Subdivision.  Noted a series of three ponds with fountains around the 1.6 mile point.  Heard others speak of Bass and Catfish caught in the ponds during the Summer.  Beware though, it is private property and posted as a catch and release only lake.  Continued running past Marion Elementary and then to Reed Elementary, taking the running trail that parallels a creek.  Another route with flat ground and minimal street crossings/intersections.

Cold Morning

Out and about this morning. Colder than yesterday with temps reported in the upper 20's.  Ran by Shadow Lakes Trail; water was clear but no fish were noted.  Continued to Bethany Lakes; no surface activity observed, looks as if the Upper Pond (Pond C) is done this season for Trout.  Passing Bethany Creek Pond, water was clear with small Sunfish hovering near the drainage canal/feeder creek.  Easy route for running with flat ground and minimal street crossings/intersections.

Out to Lunch

Drove by Bethany Ridge Park on the corner of Bethany and Allen Heights in Allen at lunch today.  Noticed ongoing construction near the picnic area and fishing pier.  Looks like an island/peninsula is being built up.  Cross our fingers the construction is completed before Spring to allow time for the area to recover.  Say goodbye to the drop-off point near the pier.

Out and About This AM.

Was out and about this morning and ran by Celebration Park's East and North Ponds.  Water levels are lower but did observe some surface activity in the East Pond; suspect Bluegill/Sunfish.  Continued running on a route that passed Reed Elementary and continued on the jogging/walking trail that runs along the small creek to the South of the school.  Creek is a shallow water creek that holds small fish but have seen an occasional Bass - fingerling-sized.  All for now.

Trout Fishing at Waterloo Park.

Out and about this morning with a fishing trip to Waterloo Park in Denison. Things started out slow but picked up later. Able to limit out with five Trout.

January 11, 2009 - Limited Out at Waterloo

Headed out early this morning when temperatures were well below freezing. Arrived at Waterloo around 8AM and began fishing the small pond. See Picture for reference. Mapboard at Waterloo: Had several nibbles on Orange Powerbait, and then caught a Trout. Bite was slow but steady; just could not hook them solidly. Shortly after 9AM, nothing hit for 2+ hours. Was about to call it a day when the Trout started biting again around 11AM. Still was hit or miss on Orange Powerbait. Switched over to Corn and finally landed one around 11:30AM. Limited out with a total of five just short of Noon. A check of stomach contents showed the following: 2 with Corn, 1 with Corn/Pink Powerbait, 1 with Corn/Chartruese Powerbait, and 1 empty. Todays Catch:

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Celebration Park - January 8, 2009

Warm day today; able to make a quick trip to Celebration Park's North Pond for Bluegill/Sunfish. Saw enough action to stay ready for light striking Trout. Cross our fingers we will be able to test our reflexes on Trout at other locations in the area in the near future. Small but Scrappy. Click-on DFW Fishing News for more fishing information in the Metroplex area. Or, go to Texas Rainbow Trout Fishing - Community Lakes for trout fishing information on community lakes in the area.

No Trout. Just Sunfish

Cold and windy at Bethany Lakes this evening. Flyfished a Bead Head Nymph with no luck on Trout. Managed to hook and land Sunfish on a steady but slow retrieve. Fish were about 6" in size. No Trout. Just Sunfish.

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Summary of Lures/Bait Used for Trout (1/3/09)

An updated summary of lures/baits used for Trout is posted below. The items in blue font and underlined indicate updates from the last report. The results are based on recent postings and observations in the Field. The ">" indicates a post or an observation of the lure/bait being used. Results indicate a slowdown at Bethany Lakes since its stocking on 12 December. Bob Jones remains promising with reports of larger sized Trout being stocked recently. Greenbriar continues to receive periodic stockings but action quickly tapers off; best to fish the location the day of stocking or soon after a stocking. Overall, bait seems to be producing over lures. However, reports from the Guadalupe indicate fishing flies - Wooly Buggers and Prince Nymphs/Nymphs, Silver Super Dupers, and White Rooster Tails are getting strikes. Good luck and good fishing! Summary of Lures/Baits Used For Trout. Click-on DFW Fishing News for more fishing information in the Metroplex area. Or, go to Texas Rainbow Trout Fishing - Community Lakes for trout fishing information on community lakes in the area.

No Trout Today.

Fished Bethany Creek Park Pond, located up the street from Bethany Lakes, to scout the waters given the warm temps today. Caught a small Bass and three Sunfish. Went back to Bethany Lakes for Trout; no Trout today not even a nibble. Decided to work the feeder creek and caught Bluegill and Sunfish. Slow day for Trout but still enough action on other fish to keep interested. FYI: Cold weather is arriving tomorrow, quick check online showed Waterloo Park in Denision is scheduled for a Trout stocking on 4 January. No Trout Today. Click-on DFW Fishing News for more fishing information in the Metroplex area. Or, go to Texas Rainbow Trout Fishing - Community Lakes for trout fishing information on community lakes in the area.

Two Trout to Ring In The New Year.

Back to Bethany Lakes for Trout this evening. Had several missed strikes and light nibbles before dark, landed two Trout on Orange Powerbait, and then no action once dark settled in. Fished on the bottom using a Carolina-Rig. Checked stomach contents, both were empty save for one kernel of corn in one Trout. Action has slowed but at least the Cormorant have not shown in force as of yet. Two Trout To Ring In The New Year. Click-on DFW Fishing News for more fishing information in the Metroplex area. Or, go to Texas Rainbow Trout Fishing - Community Lakes for trout fishing information on community lakes in the area.

Zero Trout This Outing.

Fished Bethany Lakes this evening. Tried Bread and Powerbait without success. Ended with zero Trout this outing. Others noted taking Trout from the pier earlier in the day; however, evening did not produce. Hoping for better luck next trip. Click-on DFW Fishing News for more fishing information in the Metroplex area. Or, go to Texas Rainbow Trout Fishing - Community Lakes for trout fishing information on community lakes in the area.

Trout and a Bluegill!

Fished Bethany Lakes this evening. Caught one Trout and lost another using Bread for bait. Also, caught and released a large Bluegill that went just over 9" in size. Pretty nice fight on light tackle.

Fish were actively feeding on the surface ealry in the evening but was unable to get them to strike on the fly.

Switched to spinning gear and tried Gold and Copper Super Dupers without success. Then, tried Black, White, and Yellow Rooster Tails without luck.

Went to Powerbait and Bread. No strikes on Powerbait but did get them on Bread. FYI: Heard from others that Velveeta worked earlier in the day.

Today's Catch - Trout and a Bluegill. Click-on DFW Fishing News for more fishing information in the Metroplex area. Or, go to Texas Rainbow Trout Fishing - Community Lakes for trout fishing information on community lakes in the area.