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May 23, 2022 07:54:35   #
OJdidit Loc: Oak Creek Wisconsin
 
I decided to grab a fly rod and a few lures on Saturday to go get some casting practice in at a local pond in front of the HS from which my boys graduated. The wind was calm, ahead of the pending rain showers, so off I went. The bluegills were feeding on the surface when I got there, so I just had to find a spot with room for my practice.
I tied on a #8 hook and put a panfish tube on the hook as I was sure my lack of ability would soon prove to be the end of that lure.
After missing a few light bites, my confidence grew despite missing those fish. A light rain started and the surface bite stopped. Stubborn as I was to land the first fish of the year, I took a lap around the pond looking for another spot to try once we got a break in the clouds. After assessing the amount of weed growth, I returned to the original spot as the rain stopped. I tied on a small fly and got an immediate bite on the first cast from a 10 1/2” bluegill. The fly was the ticket. Four more gills on the next 4 casts. I moved over a few yards and caught a crappie, then about a 9” rainbow. It was a great mental break for me after a tough week. I recommend that all try this.
Still lots of practice needed, though 😂







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May 23, 2022 08:05:52   #
Grizzly 17 Loc: South central Pa
 
Oj that's not bad for practice brother. I never took the time to get good with a flyrod 👍

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May 23, 2022 08:08:01   #
fishyaker Loc: NW Michigan (Lower Peninsula)
 
What a nice combination of fish on the fly for your first outing of the season! Well done!

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May 23, 2022 08:08:54   #
charlykilo Loc: Garden Valley Ca
 
That always fixus what ails us.

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May 23, 2022 08:14:25   #
kandydisbar Loc: West Orange, NJ
 
OJdidit wrote:
I decided to grab a fly rod and a few lures on Saturday to go get some casting practice in at a local pond in front of the HS from which my boys graduated. The wind was calm, ahead of the pending rain showers, so off I went. The bluegills were feeding on the surface when I got there, so I just had to find a spot with room for my practice.
I tied on a #8 hook and put a panfish tube on the hook as I was sure my lack of ability would soon prove to be the end of that lure.
After missing a few light bites, my confidence grew despite missing those fish. A light rain started and the surface bite stopped. Stubborn as I was to land the first fish of the year, I took a lap around the pond looking for another spot to try once we got a break in the clouds. After assessing the amount of weed growth, I returned to the original spot as the rain stopped. I tied on a small fly and got an immediate bite on the first cast from a 10 1/2” bluegill. The fly was the ticket. Four more gills on the next 4 casts. I moved over a few yards and caught a crappie, then about a 9” rainbow. It was a great mental break for me after a tough week. I recommend that all try this.
Still lots of practice needed, though 😂
I decided to grab a fly rod and a few lures on Sat... (show quote)


Great catch! Congrats.

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May 23, 2022 08:32:45   #
Jarheadfishnfool Loc: Woodlake/Tulare ,Ca.
 
OJdidit wrote:
I decided to grab a fly rod and a few lures on Saturday to go get some casting practice in at a local pond in front of the HS from which my boys graduated. The wind was calm, ahead of the pending rain showers, so off I went. The bluegills were feeding on the surface when I got there, so I just had to find a spot with room for my practice.
I tied on a #8 hook and put a panfish tube on the hook as I was sure my lack of ability would soon prove to be the end of that lure.
After missing a few light bites, my confidence grew despite missing those fish. A light rain started and the surface bite stopped. Stubborn as I was to land the first fish of the year, I took a lap around the pond looking for another spot to try once we got a break in the clouds. After assessing the amount of weed growth, I returned to the original spot as the rain stopped. I tied on a small fly and got an immediate bite on the first cast from a 10 1/2” bluegill. The fly was the ticket. Four more gills on the next 4 casts. I moved over a few yards and caught a crappie, then about a 9” rainbow. It was a great mental break for me after a tough week. I recommend that all try this.
Still lots of practice needed, though 😂
I decided to grab a fly rod and a few lures on Sat... (show quote)


Great narrative OJ, and beautiful looking pics of your fish !! Cool variety,great day !👍🤙

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May 23, 2022 08:56:06   #
bknecht Loc: Northeast pa
 
OJdidit wrote:
I decided to grab a fly rod and a few lures on Saturday to go get some casting practice in at a local pond in front of the HS from which my boys graduated. The wind was calm, ahead of the pending rain showers, so off I went. The bluegills were feeding on the surface when I got there, so I just had to find a spot with room for my practice.
I tied on a #8 hook and put a panfish tube on the hook as I was sure my lack of ability would soon prove to be the end of that lure.
After missing a few light bites, my confidence grew despite missing those fish. A light rain started and the surface bite stopped. Stubborn as I was to land the first fish of the year, I took a lap around the pond looking for another spot to try once we got a break in the clouds. After assessing the amount of weed growth, I returned to the original spot as the rain stopped. I tied on a small fly and got an immediate bite on the first cast from a 10 1/2” bluegill. The fly was the ticket. Four more gills on the next 4 casts. I moved over a few yards and caught a crappie, then about a 9” rainbow. It was a great mental break for me after a tough week. I recommend that all try this.
Still lots of practice needed, though 😂
I decided to grab a fly rod and a few lures on Sat... (show quote)

OJ, that 10.5” gill is a beauty, you’ve inspired me to break out the fly rod for panfish. Thanks

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May 23, 2022 09:03:00   #
greenfrog Loc: Central NJ
 
Doing great keep on practicing.

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May 23, 2022 09:22:10   #
Fredfish Loc: Prospect CT.
 
OJdidit wrote:
I decided to grab a fly rod and a few lures on Saturday to go get some casting practice in at a local pond in front of the HS from which my boys graduated. The wind was calm, ahead of the pending rain showers, so off I went. The bluegills were feeding on the surface when I got there, so I just had to find a spot with room for my practice.
I tied on a #8 hook and put a panfish tube on the hook as I was sure my lack of ability would soon prove to be the end of that lure.
After missing a few light bites, my confidence grew despite missing those fish. A light rain started and the surface bite stopped. Stubborn as I was to land the first fish of the year, I took a lap around the pond looking for another spot to try once we got a break in the clouds. After assessing the amount of weed growth, I returned to the original spot as the rain stopped. I tied on a small fly and got an immediate bite on the first cast from a 10 1/2” bluegill. The fly was the ticket. Four more gills on the next 4 casts. I moved over a few yards and caught a crappie, then about a 9” rainbow. It was a great mental break for me after a tough week. I recommend that all try this.
Still lots of practice needed, though 😂
I decided to grab a fly rod and a few lures on Sat... (show quote)

Nice catching John. Never even attempted a Fly rod. Glad you found some who wanted to play. Thanks for the pictures buddy.

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May 23, 2022 09:31:18   #
flyguy Loc: Lake Onalaska, Sunfish Capitol of the World!
 
That's great, John. Practice is over, start hooking, and cooking. Good Job.

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May 23, 2022 09:45:29   #
Catfish hunter Loc: Riggins idaho (Paradise)
 
OJdidit wrote:
I decided to grab a fly rod and a few lures on Saturday to go get some casting practice in at a local pond in front of the HS from which my boys graduated. The wind was calm, ahead of the pending rain showers, so off I went. The bluegills were feeding on the surface when I got there, so I just had to find a spot with room for my practice.
I tied on a #8 hook and put a panfish tube on the hook as I was sure my lack of ability would soon prove to be the end of that lure.
After missing a few light bites, my confidence grew despite missing those fish. A light rain started and the surface bite stopped. Stubborn as I was to land the first fish of the year, I took a lap around the pond looking for another spot to try once we got a break in the clouds. After assessing the amount of weed growth, I returned to the original spot as the rain stopped. I tied on a small fly and got an immediate bite on the first cast from a 10 1/2” bluegill. The fly was the ticket. Four more gills on the next 4 casts. I moved over a few yards and caught a crappie, then about a 9” rainbow. It was a great mental break for me after a tough week. I recommend that all try this.
Still lots of practice needed, though 😂
I decided to grab a fly rod and a few lures on Sat... (show quote)


Looks like a great day OJ. I’m practicing as we speak. A little break in the action right now. Like I haven’t had a bite yet. But I’ll keep practicing😂

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May 23, 2022 10:41:15   #
Whitey Loc: Southeast ohio
 
OJdidit wrote:
I decided to grab a fly rod and a few lures on Saturday to go get some casting practice in at a local pond in front of the HS from which my boys graduated. The wind was calm, ahead of the pending rain showers, so off I went. The bluegills were feeding on the surface when I got there, so I just had to find a spot with room for my practice.
I tied on a #8 hook and put a panfish tube on the hook as I was sure my lack of ability would soon prove to be the end of that lure.
After missing a few light bites, my confidence grew despite missing those fish. A light rain started and the surface bite stopped. Stubborn as I was to land the first fish of the year, I took a lap around the pond looking for another spot to try once we got a break in the clouds. After assessing the amount of weed growth, I returned to the original spot as the rain stopped. I tied on a small fly and got an immediate bite on the first cast from a 10 1/2” bluegill. The fly was the ticket. Four more gills on the next 4 casts. I moved over a few yards and caught a crappie, then about a 9” rainbow. It was a great mental break for me after a tough week. I recommend that all try this.
Still lots of practice needed, though 😂
I decided to grab a fly rod and a few lures on Sat... (show quote)


There ya go OJ beautiful looking fish. I've never tried fly fishing. Thanks for sharing an keep practicing 🤪

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May 23, 2022 11:22:42   #
Gordon Loc: Charleston South Carolina
 
Good practice day OJ. I got a fly rod 25 years ago and still have never used it.

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May 23, 2022 13:26:14   #
plumbob Loc: New Windsor Maryland
 
OJdidit wrote:
I decided to grab a fly rod and a few lures on Saturday to go get some casting practice in at a local pond in front of the HS from which my boys graduated. The wind was calm, ahead of the pending rain showers, so off I went. The bluegills were feeding on the surface when I got there, so I just had to find a spot with room for my practice.
I tied on a #8 hook and put a panfish tube on the hook as I was sure my lack of ability would soon prove to be the end of that lure.
After missing a few light bites, my confidence grew despite missing those fish. A light rain started and the surface bite stopped. Stubborn as I was to land the first fish of the year, I took a lap around the pond looking for another spot to try once we got a break in the clouds. After assessing the amount of weed growth, I returned to the original spot as the rain stopped. I tied on a small fly and got an immediate bite on the first cast from a 10 1/2” bluegill. The fly was the ticket. Four more gills on the next 4 casts. I moved over a few yards and caught a crappie, then about a 9” rainbow. It was a great mental break for me after a tough week. I recommend that all try this.
Still lots of practice needed, though 😂
I decided to grab a fly rod and a few lures on Sat... (show quote)


Practiced and perfected Nice going OJ, hope you didn't mess up that golf swing with that flyrod.

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May 23, 2022 15:48:45   #
Slimshady Loc: Central Pennsylvania
 
Sounds like a good day OJ and you figured out what they wanted. All in all,I’d say that was a good practice session

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