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…
Good Riddance 2013
After a nearly disastrous start to the year, the wife and I were both ready to say good riddance 2013 by midnight last night. March 1st I was finally hired…
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…
It was Convenient
There are times my decision on where to fish is based on no more than it was convenient. No endless fishing theories, nothing to do with the time of year,…
If only I didn’t have to work…
If only I didn't have to work, I think I'd spend the next 10 days fishing. Fox River is at 701 cfs, which is perfect. 10 day forecast looks perfect.…
Where da hell ya been man?
Well, according to my camera, which I haven't bothered plugging into the computer since August 18th, I've been out and about and took 166 photos of lame stuff while out…
A Short Sunset Cruise
On some days I have a choice. I can either stop and fish somewhere on my way home from work for maybe a couple of hours. Or I can let…
I Call them Death Marches for a Reason
I call them death marches for a reason and when I gave them that name around 14 years ago, it was supposed to be a joke. With each passing year,…