A few weeks ago was the annual fishing derby at the marina where my daughter and son in law keep there boat. The derby is open to children under 12 and lasts for 2 hours. The marina is located on the Connecticut River which is a fishery that has everything an angler can imagine. When the horn sounds to start the derby the contestants go forth and try to catch the most, the largest, and the smallest. They have several officials who keep the records.
The weather was great and a variety of fish were taken. A cookout of hot dogs and burgers, with all the fixins followed. It was a very enjoyable day.
Several nice crappie were taken.
What we all cut our teeth on. Still colorful, and a battler on light tackle.
Morgan took this guy. She also hooked a pike that easily went a couple of feet long, but after a strong fight the pike won out, his razor teeth cut the line.
Nice largemouth. I might have to sneak down to the marina some evening with a few flies and see what I might catch.
Good job guys.
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That's a great way to spend a day!
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It was very enjoyable watching the kids.
very cool!
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A lot of fun for us all.
Alan
ReplyDeleteGreat post--I think I would have to make a trip to land some of those crappie, bluegills and bass. thanks for sharing
Bill Trussell,
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I was thinking of you that day, Bills type of angling. I may give the boat docks a shot some evening.
Alan - had a laugh over the 4th picture...for a brief moment it looked like the guy in the background had a bass as long as his leg!!!
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I never noticed that Mark. Now that I look at it it's real neat.
Summer is starting soon and that usually signifies for me the start of warm water species on the fly. Bass and bluegills are always fun, especially on topwater. thanks for sharing!
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They are great sport on the fly. The colors and spirit rival many fish.
My hats off....those are some nice fish. I always thought that pumpkinseeds ran a close second to brookies in terms of beauty.
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I agree with you. They have awesome fighting skills to go along with their beauty.
Great fish and a wonderful way for kids to start their fishing careers!
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It was one of those days where they shine, and I get to fully enjoy them.
Always great to see kids fishing. And thanks for the lead to achalabrookies. Very nice, and a heartfelt tribute to you. And that's a very tasty streamer on your header. Thanks!
ReplyDeleteI love seeing kids enjoying the sport..They are, as "they" say the future..
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