Lost up the Creeks
Since the last week of March I've been spending the bulk of my fishing time getting lost up the creeks that feed the Fox River. I don't keep detailed fishing…
Both Fascinating and Frustrating
The reluctance of the fish to head up the creeks has been both fascinating and frustrating. Not just smallmouth bass, but any kind of fish. I really shouldn't be all…
Blackberry Creek Dam Removal Update, Wrap it Up
To play catch up, you can read the past progress reports here. ____________ As far as I'm concerned, the removal of the 175 year old, nearly 8 foot tall dam…
Blackberry Creek Dam Removal Update, Successful Spawn
To play catch up, you can read the past progress reports here. ____________ For whatever reason, fish of all species like to migrate up creeks in the spring looking for…
Blackberry Creek Dam Removal Update, Fishing Test 4-5-6
To play catch up, you can read the past progress reports here. ____________ I seem to have a problem remaining consistent in finishing what I start. It's been a week…
The Real Blackberry Creek
The real Blackberry Creek and why I like to wander it. Actually, most of the creeks around here that I fish look a lot like this, which is why I…
Blackberry Creek Dam Removal Update, Fishing Test 1-2-3
To play catch up, you can read the past progress reports here. ____________ I got out on Thursday, May 17th after work and it had to happen sooner or later.…
Blackberry Creek Dam Removal Update, So, What’s the Point?
To play catch up, you can read the past progress reports here. ____________ So, what's the point of removing an eight to ten foot tall 175 year old dam near…
I Caught a few Fish
I Caught a few Fish Over the weekend I stopped at the site of the now gone Blackberry Creek Dam for a total of 45 minutes. Around 20 minutes each…