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Jun 18, 2022 10:44:54   #
RichieG45 Loc: Lake of Egypt
 
Hello, I’m new to the area and my 10 year old daughter LOVES to fish! Unfortunately, My fishing knowledge and experience is limited to putting a worm on the hook and my mom hoping I don’t catch anything (inner city, Chicago).

I would appreciate any advice on bait and locations. We’re on the north end of the lake and have a smaller speedboat as well. Thank you in advance!

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Jun 19, 2022 15:33:40   #
OK John Loc: Oklahoma City,OK
 
I don't know your area, but here are some general suggestions: Call you wildlife department to find out what species are in this lake. While you are at it, find out about licenses, seasons etc. Check with a LOCAL tackle shop or marina for species, season, lures etc. Most tackle shops are happy to help a new fisherman. Spend some time on YouTube. You can literally learn to fish on YT. Good luck, tight lines and Happy Fathers Day.

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Jun 23, 2022 17:14:19   #
Jer Loc: N. Illinois 🇺🇸
 
RichieG45 wrote:
Hello, I’m new to the area and my 10 year old daughter LOVES to fish! Unfortunately, My fishing knowledge and experience is limited to putting a worm on the hook and my mom hoping I don’t catch anything (inner city, Chicago).

I would appreciate any advice on bait and locations. We’re on the north end of the lake and have a smaller speedboat as well. Thank you in advance!


Welcome to the stage Richie. Try these as starters.
https://www.ifishillinois.org/
https://www.ifishillinois.org/profiles/waterbody.php?waternum=04842

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Jul 2, 2022 13:43:46   #
Hock Loc: Illinois
 
I have found it useful going to new locations, or even learning new fishing techniques is to hire a local guide service to take you out. There is some interesting You Tube Videos I believe by Wired to Fish where one of the main lakes is Lake Egypt.

Good Luck

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