Spring has sprung

[flyfishfairwx]

ever heard?

I wish I had a smaller net?

That photo is trout from same waterway

Sweet buttery Brown, that is nice....
Now I get the need for the big net !

[spinner1]

Down low and slow was the ticket in this deep wintering hole.
The snow is being stubborn in the shaded areas here and not wanting to leave.
Couple steps today were sinkers up to my waist.
Still was fun.

[Clay]

I don't know how I missed this thread. That is actually a picture of me with the big net. It really isn't bad carrying it. The only deal was the hydration pack adds much more weight than the net, but I am not going to stop carrying either one. I fished with a smaller net last year. I also tried some steelhead fishing this year and love to chase carp with a fly rod. I had some fish last year that wouldn't fit in my net and that changed my mind about the net that I carry. Better too big than too small.

We had a grand day together and even though some don't like to keep track of numbers and I know that it isn't a competition, when I caught 35 plus trout this day with Len it sure was a day to remember. Talk about putting a smile on your face. I don't think that my feet have touched the ground since I came home. Thanks Len for a truly fantastic day on the water. Enjoyed the company and the fishing.

Rick

[spinner1]

[Clay]

It was so warm that I had to loose the light jacket. As a matter of fact it was so warm that I had to take a swim, well maybe not on purpose but it was still a fantastic day. What was so nice is when your buddy knows when to laugh in your face or when to turn around and laugh at you. Either way, swim or not, the day will be remembered for a long time.

Rick

[dead fly]

Spring is still on hold here in MN. We have had a day or two where it warms into the 40's. But the lakes are still iced over. The river flows, as does the damm, but water is still low, and very cold. I have had a chance here and there to wet a fly or two. Still not a bite...

[NEnative]

Flyfishfairwx...
Most of us notice the inviting waters and surrounding scenery! For you, I give you thumbs upon making a humourous observance! It may be that the fisherman was going prepared to catch the big one! We all go out for a good time and don't want to be caught without the appropriate gear to catch that rare fish! Who's to know?