Every year we plan a 5 to 7 day trip to Henry’s lake and surrounding waters. Last year my trip was cut short due to a death in the family, so I was pumped for this one.
We got here Saturday with winds howling…no pontooning in this!
Sunday, Cloudy and raining with some wind later…got out for some nice fish.
Monday, Wind, cold and rain…some fish but very slow
Tuesday, sunny and warmed later in the day, but fish have been put down so tuff going
Wed…VERY COLD, sleet and wind from H*%$%
Thursday (today) COLD and the wind hasn’t let up all day. I did hook a nice 30 to 32", got to boat and measured but broke off at the sight of the camera.
So, much for my long awaited trip, but…IT HAS BEEN WORTH IT!
Great shots. Nice looking fish, and as for the weather, well, I suppose it helped to improve the enjoyment factor of the hot rum and coffee and the fireplace at both ends of the day! Well, maybe not all of that at both ends of the day. Afterall, you can’t leave a fireplace unattended while out for the day!
Joni,
That is the same location that I have fished.
Here is some more updated info about Henry’s Lake;http://www.flyfisherman.com/rmwest/gthenryslake/
Here is a Quote from this article;
“Whenever and wherever you fish Henry’s Lake consider the weather. Wild storms can kick up even during the middle of summer and wind is a huge danger if fishing the lake from a boat or float tube. In fact, anglers should expect the wind to kick up in the afternoon every summer day on Henry’s Lake. Don’t venture too far away from shore. Another note: the lake closes to fishing at 9 P.M. each night.”
Doug
The closing change two years ago I believe. I think the season is around two weeks longer and during the open season, 24 hours. The long time locals weren’t too happy about that, but so far nothing has really changed to my knowledge.
You are dead on with the winds and storms moving in REAL fast.
