East of Grey Mare

[Phil. 4:8]

We went to the Lighthouse landing about 7;30 to launch and head east, hoping the wind would be a little calmer: NOT. But we did get more familiar with Grey Mare and surrounding area. Cast our way toward shore and went up a creek to get out of the wind and see if any fish were around. Turned a corner in the creek and for a big surprise a "double": yep reds out each side of the boat. The fun part was landing a couple 24" redfish with the net still bundled up. Anyway, we landed supper and went exploring and casting. Did have a super blow up on a top water lure and had fun for a couple minutes till ole red came unbuttoned. It's a little embarrassing to lose a nice fish when you've got 6 hooks on your bait, but it happens. The water was really dark, about 83 degrees and did I mention wind. The redfish were caught on top water (that's fun) and a little plastic crab Mr. sun was working hard and we got a little pink on the knees and cheeks (face that is). A great day all-in-all with a fine fishing partner. Y'all go get em and let us know how it went.

[Hit-n-Miss]

Nothing broke and caught fish. Sounds like an awesome day. Can't believe you not get heatstroke out there. Man it's hot.

[ropeman]

I haven't been in that area recently. Might need to go look around! Thanks for the report.

[tallykenj]

We went to the Lighthouse landing about 7;30 to launch and head east, hoping the wind would be a little calmer: NOT. But we did get more familiar with Grey Mare and surrounding area. Cast our way toward shore and went up a creek to get out of the wind and see if any fish were around. Turned a corner in the creek and for a big surprise a "double": yep reds out each side of the boat. The fun part was landing a couple 24" redfish with the net still bundled up. Anyway, we landed supper and went exploring and casting. Did have a super blow up on a top water lure and had fun for a couple minutes till ole red came unbuttoned. It's a little embarrassing to lose a nice fish when you've got 6 hooks on your bait, but it happens. The water was really dark, about 83 degrees and did I mention wind. The redfish were caught on top water (that's fun) and a little plastic crab Mr. sun was working hard and we got a little pink on the knees and cheeks (face that is). A great day all-in-all with a fine fishing partner. Y'all go get em and let us know how it went.

Nice report!

[John21:6]

Good report. Thanks.

[illinoisfisherman]