We use to catch a bunch of big bluegills around the lake.
The red devils have been spooky this week. They mostly run from our flys. Guys using earth worms have been cleaning up.
Those bluegills are suckers for nice bug looking fly.
The water level rose at least 3 feet since Sunday and the fish were scattered and not that aggressive. But John still accidently caught a few peacock bass while hunting for the panfish.
Sorry John, I forgot to bring the dip net.
Look at that little fly. Just a #10 AH hook with some silver Flash-a-boo tied on.
See, lots of guys fish from kayaks on the lake.
Clay with another bluegill.
I was able to hook a few fish when I wasn't driving the boat.
With the water temperature reaching 76 degrees, the peacock bass were more active. The red devils are spawning and all over the place. If this sunshine holds for a few more days the fishing will only get better.
One of our "accidental" catches... This peacock bass was just over 1 pound, Aren't they beautiful?
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