The Fly-n-Carp

I spent yesterday on the Fly-n-Carp with Capt. Andy up at Alum Creek (a resevoir here in central Ohio). I had a great time and learned quite a bit. Andy is a great guide and teacher, very relaxed and patient. I was able to hook 4 and land one. I lost the first 2 when they sailed under logs. Andy even jumped in to get my fly line out from under a log. I thought the fish was still on, but while we worked on the first hang-up, it went under a second log and broke off. I literally watched the third fish inhale my fly, but as I set the hook he spit it. We got the 4th fish out into open water and what a fight. It made 4 or 5 runs under the boat and one straight at me when I thought I had lost it.
I learned what to look for and how to cast to Carp. It is very difficult, easily the hardest kind of fishing I have ever done. Andy made the whole experience very enjoyable. He never got upset when I made a bad cast or landed in the trees. He gave clear directions and was very open with his knowledge. Although I may have only hooked 4 (my bad), Andy easily put me on 50 different fish to cast to.
The Carp really is the ?Freshwater Bonefish?. The sight fishing, the accuracy needed, and the unbelievable power of the fish make it an incredible target. If you haven?t had the Carp experience on a fly rod, definitely try it.

I just got my first carp of the season a couple days ago in a little city park pond while waiting to pick Marguerite's son up from work. It was just a little guy at about three pounds, but still a load of fun. I agree with raw69, if you haven't tried it, try it. If you want to fish the flats some day for reds, bones or permit, this is a great fish to practice on. They feed in much the same way, they are picky, spooky, live closer to where you do, and get to be absolutely HUGE.

hey raw... I'm out in Columbus every few months. I'll have to check that guide service out