No Fishing… DIY Honey Do. #lazysusan

Originally published October 20, 2019

Alrighty, last weekend was sidetracked with a DIY Honey Do to make a Lazy Susan. Simple build… got it done! Turned out nice. Matched the table too. Able to get  back to fishing again in short order. Whew!

Another Front On the Way [1-06-2015]

Originally published January 6, 2015

Noticed the weather forecast is warning of another cold front arriving this week. Looks like cold temps and wintry precipitation is likely. Moreover, no reports from the Field Team. Suspect they are hot and heavy working their day jobs to "mess" with fishing.

No worries for this Blogger... or as Glenn  calls me, "The Weblog Admin". That said, since I am a volunteer and don't get paid, I do like being referenced as "The Weblog Admin"!

So until the next report, here is picture that the Team sent. From his notes, it sounded like the birds return each year to Waterloo in Denison!

Trout Fishing Murphy City Complex Pond

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Trout Fishing Murphy City Complex Pond | Livestream in Murphy, Texas

After only a strike and a miss, decided to post a livestream while trout fishing at Murphy City Complex Pond. Saw lots of folks, with limits being taken on PowerBait and PowerWorms as well as lures. Gold Super Duper worked for some in the morning. Later, Silver Super Dupers were getting bit. Key was to cast mid-pond , let the lure sink, and retrieve slow... much slower than the retrieve that worked last weekend in McKinney's Towne Lake.

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Fished a Feeder Creek This Round [1-04-2015]

Originally published January 4, 2015

Cold temps and short on time; no Trout Reports today. Did get a snippet from Fshng84 who went fishing at the Feeder Creek to Bethany. He reported little Bluegill/Sunfish on Soft Hackle and Tiny Midges.

Looked like fun especially on a 3 Weight Fly Rod. Did note that the Tiny Midge used was the same one used on the Blue River when a midge hatch starts up and the Trout start slurping them up just before they break the surface.

Video of the Bluegill/Sunfish action

Beware Bigger Fish Below... #shorts #pondfishing

Local trout derby scheduled today; rain and snow in the forecast. May need to stop by tomorrow instead of today. That said, there are bigger fish lurking in the pond. Be prepared to haggle with them over a fish or two!

Fun Time Yesterday [1-04-2015]

Originally published January 4, 2015

The Team had a fun time yesterday catching Rainbow Trout. Here is a photo of one of the Stockers caught; this is also the trout that made the cover of our magazine Stocker Trout Fishing!

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Team Limited Out at Waterloo [1-03-2015]

Originally published January 3, 2015

Received an update from the Team... limited out at Waterloo! 

• Two went for the GRHEN on a Tandem Rig Near Deere and GRHEN.
• Remainder went for PowerBait. 

Overall, it looked like a number of fishermen limited out. Bait seemed to outdo lures. No worries, Good thing our fishing buddy figured out the pattern this round and had PowerBait ready to go!

Fixing a Cast Net, Braille Line Repair #diy #fishing #repair

After several temp fixes to broken braille lines to the cast net, finally took the time to replace them all. Hot day but got it done! Took slightly longer… added an extra braille line on the fly when I noticed a portion of the net was drooping lower than the others!

PS: One change to the fix for the next net. I would attach the new braille lines next to the old ones, and then cut the old braille lines. No measuring needed!

Saturday Morning…? [1-03-2015]

Originally published January 3, 2015

Saturday morning... Looks like the rain is letting up. Checked the local ponds and noted water levels are up.

Have not heard from the Team about the action at Bethany Lakes but will post an update as soon as they report in.

That said, here is a picture showing the water is flowing at Bethany Creek Pond (just up the road from Bethany Lakes)!

Water is flowing!

PS: City of Denison is hosting a Trout Derby today at Waterloo Park Pond! For more info, go to the city's website.

What I Did To Limit Out on Trout... Five Steps! [2-23-2022]

Originally published February 23, 2022

This round I demonstrate the five steps I follow that helped me limit out on Trout. Do give it a try, and let us know how it worked for you!

Step 1 - Observe

• Where are the trout lurking?
• What are others doing that is/isn't working?

Step 2 - What worked before?

• Try lures and retrieves that worked from past trips
• Do the same, else try varying the presentation

Step 3 - What is Different?

• Did something change - warmer, colder?
• Has the wind changed?

Step 4 - Give them what they want!

• Try different lures
• Change the retrieve
• Note any indication of a strike

Step 5 - Catch a limit!

• Once you catch one, repeat
• If the bite stops, adjust by changing lures again

Gear Used

• Shimano Reel 17 Scorpion BFS XG Right
• BPS Micro Lite Rod
• Wordens 3206-S103 Rooster Tail in-Line Spinner 3 Pack, Sz 1/16OZ
• Luhr Jensen Super Duper

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Super Dupers!

Freezing Rain Delay... Posted Season Summary for 2014-2015 [1-1-2015]

Originally published January 1, 2015

Happy New Year to our Readers!

2015 starts off with cold temperatures and freezing rain which has the Team indoors and staying warm. Hope the freezing rain delay does not last too long.

For now, here is a summary of this Season's action - "Texas Winter Trout Stocking Summary for 2014-2015"!

One on a Super Duper; Other on a Fishing Fly [12-29-2014]

Originally published 12-29-2014

Evening reports from the Field Team indicates two Trout were caught. One went for a Silver Super Duper; other went for the COAF Griffith's Gnat.

Key notes from today were:

• Bread under a Bobber worked well for several fishermen this evening
• Risers started showing around 4PM and lasted till about 5:30PM
• Super Dupers were getting bit in Silver and Gold but action shifted to bait fishing after sunset
• PowerBait fished on a Power Bait Fishing Rig worked well after dark for a couple of fishermen

Video below shows one Trout caught on a Super Duper; other caught on a COAF Griffith's Gnat:

Trout Were Liking Inline Spinners... BFS Fishing Works! | Towne Lake - 2022 Trout Derby | Fishing Trip Report | 2-19-2022

Towne Lake - 2022 Trout Derby | Fishing Trip Report | 2-19-2022

Trout were liking inline spinners - specifically, Rooster Tails. Local Trout Derby was winding down but the trout were getting active. Rooster Tails as well as Power Worms were favored lures and baits.

Yours truly opted for Bait Finesse Systems style fishing casting a 1/16oz Rooster Tail to trout lurking mid-pond.

Fun times!

Trip Information

• Date: 2-19-2022
• Time: 1030-1230
• Location: Towne Lake, McKinney, TX

Key Take Aways:

• Trout Derby was in progress; noted some were catching trout. Slow compared to past years.
• PowerWorms, PowerBait, Corn, and some action on lures. Not able to see specific lures.
• Calm, with Temps in the 30s in the AM but warmed to 50's by Noon.
• Slow action in the small pond; looks shallower with more silt
• Larger pond had some action that later picked up in the day.
• Murky water, visibility less than a foot.
• Fire Tail Rooster Tail fished on a steady but slow retrieve worked!

Gear Used:

• Microlite Bass Pro Shops 4’10” UL Rod
• Shimano Scorpion 17 BFS-XG Reel
• 6lbs Stren Mono

BFS Lure Data

• DIY Inline Spinner – 1/16oz – Silver/Black – Zero Fish
• Rooster Tail – 1/16oz – Gold / Fire Tail

Fish Data

• Rainbow Trout – 9″ to 12" – Roster Tail (Fire Tail) – Steady but Slow Retrieve
• Estimated 25+ total count - caught, released, or missed strikes

Lessons Learned

• Similar to past years, Rooster Tails with Gold Blade and chartreuse were best.
• Also, PowerWorms fished on bottom with split shot were best.
• Fishing under floats worked but slower bite.

COAF Field Team Video

Latest iFishRadio Broadcast Posted... [12-29-2014]

Originally published 12-29-2014.

Got the word that the latest iFishRadio Broadcast is posted. Do check it out when you get a chance!

Today's episode included:

• Trout Fishing at Bethany Lakes
• Trout Fishing at Waterloo Park Pond
• Fishing Flies that have been working for the Field Team
• What is working for other fishermen
• Homemade Fly Fishing Leaders

Note: Episode was deleted from the archive. Do checkout this update about trout fishing in Oklahoma!

iFishRadio Podcasts (2014):
COAF Fishing Summary - Episode 1

Fished Waterloo In Denison This Morning [12-28-2014]

Field Team reported a limit of Trout caught at Waterloo Park Pond in Denison. One member struck out but did get a couple of strikes. Overall, cold temps slowed the action down but did pick up as the day warmed. 

Key notes this round:

• Catfish were striking PowerBait
• BH GRHEN fished 2′-3′ under an indicator were getting strikes in the morning (overcast and cold)
• As the sun came out, bite turned off for the BH GRHEN
• Heard from others that Near Deere were getting bit later in the day

Video clip below shows the action on the BH GRHEN:

Another Round at Bethany Lakes [12-27-2014]

Originally posted 12-27-2014.

Latest update from the Field Team.... action Bethany Lakes remains steady for some. Key notes this round:

• Black Super Duper started out strong but tapered off in the evening
• Bread under a Bobber were getting bit with a limit taken using it
• Other were getting strikes using PowerWorm under a Bobber as well

Video clip below shows two Trout taken on a Black Super Duper:

More Reports from Bethany Lakes [12-26-2014]

Originally published 12-26-2014.

Another report from Bethany Lakes. This one included a video and an onsite Podcast. Zeke, who brought his dog but no fishing pole tagged along and stretched his legs while watching the action.

Here are key notes from today:

• Game Warden checked fishing licenses this morning, be sure your license is up to date
• Black Super Duper was the go to lure; tried gold, silver, and copper... one hit on the silver
• Bubble Fly Rigs with a Black Nymph were getting strikes
• PowerWorms under a Bobber were getting strikes as well

Video clip shows action on the Black Super Duper:

Onsite Podcast from iFishRadio: