Bethany Lakes AM

Stopped by Bethany Lakes this morning. No hook-ups but Bass were following my lure. Bass seemed to be near the pier and near the "pipe area" in the Upper Pond. Can see them on their beds. May need to switch to an "aggravator" type lure.

April 20, 2009 - Sunfish, a Bluegill and 2 Bass

Fished the Bethany Lakes Canal and Upper Pond. Caught Sunfish in the Canal and a Bruiser Bluegill and two small Bass in the Upper Pond. Checked out the Lower Pond; water level is low! All fish were caught on an Olive Wooley Bugger. 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.

Bethany Lakes Lower Pond - Water Level is Low.

Water level is low at the Lower Pond at Bethany Lakes. Not much fish activity. Hope repairs are completed soon.

April 19, 2009 - Davis Library and Bethany Lakes

Fished the pond at Davis Library in Plano this morning. Came away with nothing. Did observe Bass in the shallows but none were interested. Opted to try Bethany Lakes on the way home. Caught three Bass on an Olive Wooley Bugger. 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.

Pond at Davis Library

No luck this morning at the pond at Davis Library in Plano. Saw several Bass in the shallows but none were interested. Cool temps, winds, lure presentation.... Not certain but came away empty this trip.

Cottonwood Creek Trail

Checked out the pond at Cottonwood Creek Trail. Fished a Black Wooley Bugger in hopes of Bass. No luck. Only light nibbles that were most likely from the small Sunfish in the pond. Water was stained from the recent rains.

Damsel Fly and Wooley Bugger Fishing Flies?

Been getting questions asking, "What is a Damsel Fly, and what is a Wooley Bugger?" Since a picture is worth a thousand words, here is one showing Damsel Fly and Wooley Bugger Fishing Flies. Damsel Fly on the left are Olive in size 10; Wooley Bugger on the right are Olive in size 8.

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Stoney Hollow Park in Plano.

Field Team reported Bass activity at Stoney Hollow Park in Plano. Sounds promising; may check it out once the rains pass.

15 Bass On An Olive Wooley Bugger

Fished Stoney Hollow Park in Plano this evening. First time fishing the pond and was pleasantly surprised. Caught 15 Bass on an Olive Wooley Bugger. Some were small, some were even smaller. But, did hook and lose a Bruiser that wrapped my line around a snag. 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.

April 13, 2009 - Bethany Ridge Park

Fished Bethany Ridge Park this evening. Caught one Bass and five Bluegill flyfishing an Olive Damsel Fly. Hooked but lost another Bass, and then lost the Damsel Fly. Switched to an Olive Wooley Bugger and caught two Bass. No bruisers this trip but did see a lot of activity in the shallows. 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.

"While You Are Dining"

A member of our Field Team started a new weblog - "While You Are Dining". Its intention is to provide readers suggested foods to order at local eateries in the Collin County (Texas) area. Check it out when you get a chance. Its a "work in-progress" but has a good start.

April 12, 2009 - Easter Sunday Quick Trip

Fished Bethany Lakes this evening to checkout the activity once the rain passed. Caught one Bass flyfishing an Olive Damsel Fly again. Had tried a Surface Popper without success, and then switched to a Damsel Fly. It seems to be a good pattern lately. 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 On a Damsel Fly.

Caught two Bass this morning flyfishing an Olive Damsel Fly at Bethany Lakes. Bass were in the shallows and would follow the fishing fly but struck only on occasion. Tried Wooley Buggers, Surface Poppers, and other fishing flies without success. Cold morning may have had some effect on their appetite. 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.

Out To Lunch

Went out to lunch yesterday. Stopped by the Thai Cafe in Allen and tried their lunch special. If you like Thai cuisine, you won't be disappointed. Partner had the Pad Thai, and I went with the Pra Ram.

Not sure how to pronounce Pra Ram but it eats well. It is basically pork cooked in a garlic sauce, served over steamed brocolli, and then covered with peanut sauce. Lunch special came with a Spring Roll and choice of soup or salad. Opted for the soup.

Keeping this "hide" in my back pocket for future reference. Just beware Peanut Allergy sufferers, Thai food means peanuts, so keep the Epi Pen near.

April 10, 2009 - Another Bass On A Wooley Bugger

One Bass this morning flyfishing at Bethany Lakes. Caught it on a Black Wooley Bugger using a slower retrieve. Bass seemed less active to strike; may be the cooler temps this morning. 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.

Return to Cadillac Pizza Pub for more Blues music.

Returned to McKinney for another shot of Blues at Cadillac Pizza Pub. A lot of new comers making their music heard at Pub's open mic Blues Jam!

Bethany Lakes - More Bass On Wooley Buggers.

Caught three Bass today flyfishing. Caught two on an Olive Wooley Bugger and one on a Black Wooley Bugger. A lot of wind but the Bass were active near the surface. Bass ranged from 12" to 13" in size. 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.

One Bass at Russell Creek Park.

Caught one Bass that went 12" in size at Russell Creek Park in Plano. Used an Olive Wooley Bugger and only hooked it after working the pond's perimeter for an hour. Strong winds made for an interesting time flyfishing.

Pond at Cottonwood Trail in Allen.

Noticed a small pond with a fountain near the Cinemark in Allen. Checked it out and caught a few Sunfish on a Prince Nymph and Bead Head Pheasant Tail Nymph. Nothing special; just one to keep in mind at a later date.

Erwin Park Pond in McKinney

Received an update on Erwin Park Pond in McKinney. Not good news; pond is down to less than 2' deep. Will need to wait awhile to fish this one again.