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May 31, 2023 17:06:55   #
Fredfish Loc: Prospect CT.
 
I got to spend a nice day on the Backtroller with Capt Frank, showing him around Lilly a little bit. A cool morning but it warmed up nicely. We started in Barkwood Falls cove where I caught a decent Largemouth, and a little Smallmouth on the Dinger. It was pretty slow and Frank wasn't having much luck on a Spinnerbait. I was hoping we'd find a Pike or 2, but no such luck. We headed south to the west shoreline just before Pond Brook. I got the fish of the day, a 3lb Smallie, a 2 pounder and another little one. Frank changed to plastics too, but even with my new favorite color didn't manage to hook one. We missed a couple in the Brook and then the bite went away. We decided to call it a day, so we could beat the traffic.
There were a few boats out, but the only hazards were of the airborne variety. An old Piper (no picture) and this million dollar beastie.
I had a great time, and only wish Frank could have hooked up. I hope we can do it again, and explore more of the lake. Maybe even find a Tiger Muskie. Thanks my friend for a fun day.

Captain Frank at the tiller
Captain Frank at the tiller...

Skunk Buster 2.5#
Skunk Buster 2.5#...

2lb Smallie
2lb Smallie...

Fish of the day 3#
Fish of the day 3#...

Rich boys toy
Rich boys toy...

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May 31, 2023 17:21:02   #
Randyhartford Loc: Lawrence, Kansas
 
Fredfish wrote:
I got to spend a nice day on the Backtroller with Capt Frank, showing him around Lilly a little bit. A cool morning but it warmed up nicely. We started in Barkwood Falls cove where I caught a decent Largemouth, and a little Smallmouth on the Dinger. It was pretty slow and Frank wasn't having much luck on a Spinnerbait. I was hoping we'd find a Pike or 2, but no such luck. We headed south to the west shoreline just before Pond Brook. I got the fish of the day, a 3lb Smallie, a 2 pounder and another little one. Frank changed to plastics too, but even with my new favorite color didn't manage to hook one. We missed a couple in the Brook and then the bite went away. We decided to call it a day, so we could beat the traffic.
There were a few boats out, but the only hazards were of the airborne variety. An old Piper (no picture) and this million dollar beastie.
I had a great time, and only wish Frank could have hooked up. I hope we can do it again, and explore more of the lake. Maybe even find a Tiger Muskie. Thanks my friend for a fun day.
I got to spend a nice day on the Backtroller with ... (show quote)


Thanks for sharing your day, Fred. Nice bass and love the pics!

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May 31, 2023 17:31:42   #
EasternOZ Loc: Kansas City Metro
 
Good time and good company

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May 31, 2023 17:43:04   #
MuskyHunter Loc: Torrington, CT
 
Yes, I had great time with Fred. I was very careful to make sure he caught all of the fish and he obliged my efforts!

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May 31, 2023 17:46:02   #
Fredfish Loc: Prospect CT.
 
Randyhartford wrote:
Thanks for sharing your day, Fred. Nice bass and love the pics!


Thanks Randy, and you're welcome.

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May 31, 2023 17:46:51   #
Fredfish Loc: Prospect CT.
 
EasternOZ wrote:
Good time and good company


Absolutely OZ, we had some fun.

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May 31, 2023 17:51:53   #
Fredfish Loc: Prospect CT.
 
MuskyHunter wrote:
Yes, I had great time with Fred. I was very careful to make sure he caught all of the fish and he obliged my efforts!


Thank you again Captain, that was most generous of you. Next time we'll expand the search, and maybe find a Pike or Tiger.

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May 31, 2023 17:54:36   #
DVTracker Loc: Harrisburg, PA.
 
Fredfish wrote:
I got to spend a nice day on the Backtroller with Capt Frank, showing him around Lilly a little bit. A cool morning but it warmed up nicely. We started in Barkwood Falls cove where I caught a decent Largemouth, and a little Smallmouth on the Dinger. It was pretty slow and Frank wasn't having much luck on a Spinnerbait. I was hoping we'd find a Pike or 2, but no such luck. We headed south to the west shoreline just before Pond Brook. I got the fish of the day, a 3lb Smallie, a 2 pounder and another little one. Frank changed to plastics too, but even with my new favorite color didn't manage to hook one. We missed a couple in the Brook and then the bite went away. We decided to call it a day, so we could beat the traffic.
There were a few boats out, but the only hazards were of the airborne variety. An old Piper (no picture) and this million dollar beastie.
I had a great time, and only wish Frank could have hooked up. I hope we can do it again, and explore more of the lake. Maybe even find a Tiger Muskie. Thanks my friend for a fun day.
I got to spend a nice day on the Backtroller with ... (show quote)


Nice fish, pics and info. Better luck catching to Captain Frank next time out. Thank you for sharing.

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May 31, 2023 17:57:19   #
Fredfish Loc: Prospect CT.
 
DVTracker wrote:
Nice fish, pics and info. Better luck catching to Captain Frank next time out. Thank you for sharing.


Thanks DV. Absolutely hope for better results next time. You're welcome.

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May 31, 2023 17:58:29   #
MuskyHunter Loc: Torrington, CT
 
I don't think I needed better luck. Quite a few fish were caught by Fred and he is a very good fisherman. It doesn't matter who caught the fish as long as there was catching going on.

Being new to Connecticut, I have a little learning to do. We fished similarly to the way I fished back home in MN, but there were subtle differences. As some point I will get pretty good, but it might take a while.

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May 31, 2023 18:27:47   #
Bassmatter Loc: Rohnert Park Ca.
 
Fredfish wrote:
I got to spend a nice day on the Backtroller with Capt Frank, showing him around Lilly a little bit. A cool morning but it warmed up nicely. We started in Barkwood Falls cove where I caught a decent Largemouth, and a little Smallmouth on the Dinger. It was pretty slow and Frank wasn't having much luck on a Spinnerbait. I was hoping we'd find a Pike or 2, but no such luck. We headed south to the west shoreline just before Pond Brook. I got the fish of the day, a 3lb Smallie, a 2 pounder and another little one. Frank changed to plastics too, but even with my new favorite color didn't manage to hook one. We missed a couple in the Brook and then the bite went away. We decided to call it a day, so we could beat the traffic.
There were a few boats out, but the only hazards were of the airborne variety. An old Piper (no picture) and this million dollar beastie.
I had a great time, and only wish Frank could have hooked up. I hope we can do it again, and explore more of the lake. Maybe even find a Tiger Muskie. Thanks my friend for a fun day.
I got to spend a nice day on the Backtroller with ... (show quote)


Looks like a beautiful day out on the water, nice catch Fred! Couple good ones!!I’m sure Frank will get them next time. Good luck and be safe!!

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May 31, 2023 18:31:30   #
E.pa.al Loc: Martin's Creek
 
Nice day Fred & MH

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May 31, 2023 18:34:57   #
Fredfish Loc: Prospect CT.
 
Bassmatter wrote:
Looks like a beautiful day out on the water, nice catch Fred! Couple good ones!!I’m sure Frank will get them next time. Good luck and be safe!!


Thanks Matt. We had a fun day.

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May 31, 2023 18:35:44   #
Fredfish Loc: Prospect CT.
 
E.pa.al wrote:
Nice day Fred & MH


Thanks Al.

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May 31, 2023 18:38:24   #
plumbob Loc: New Windsor Maryland
 
Fredfish wrote:
I got to spend a nice day on the Backtroller with Capt Frank, showing him around Lilly a little bit. A cool morning but it warmed up nicely. We started in Barkwood Falls cove where I caught a decent Largemouth, and a little Smallmouth on the Dinger. It was pretty slow and Frank wasn't having much luck on a Spinnerbait. I was hoping we'd find a Pike or 2, but no such luck. We headed south to the west shoreline just before Pond Brook. I got the fish of the day, a 3lb Smallie, a 2 pounder and another little one. Frank changed to plastics too, but even with my new favorite color didn't manage to hook one. We missed a couple in the Brook and then the bite went away. We decided to call it a day, so we could beat the traffic.
There were a few boats out, but the only hazards were of the airborne variety. An old Piper (no picture) and this million dollar beastie.
I had a great time, and only wish Frank could have hooked up. I hope we can do it again, and explore more of the lake. Maybe even find a Tiger Muskie. Thanks my friend for a fun day.
I got to spend a nice day on the Backtroller with ... (show quote)


Good times, a few laughs, fish in the boat and home safe. That makes for a good day. Nice going guys.

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