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Apr 25, 2024 07:33:52   #
Grizzly 17 Loc: South central Pa
 
Gordon wrote:
After an hour drive the boat would not start. Pulled it out and tried for about 10 minutes. Finely got it running and headed out of Blacks Fish Camp to catch some catfish. Well the white caps were coming over the bow so I headed back to the landing like a whipped puppy. Didn't give up. Loaded the boat and went to the hatchery where the wind was blocked by the trees. Got 5,but it took about an Hour and a half. Picked up and went in the stump field in 3 1/2 ft. of water. Got much better. Caught 11 more in an hour. Went to pick up the back anchor and it was stuck under a stump. Tried everything but it was not budging. Tied a buoy to it and tossed it over so I could get the bow anchor lose and had the same problem. Took awhile but got both in the boat and went home to clean fish. Yes I did enjoy the trip. Here are some pics.
After an hour drive the boat would not start. Pull... (show quote)


Overall sounds like you had a nice trip Gordon.

Plus a few good meals👍😊

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Apr 25, 2024 08:00:54   #
Steelhead Mickey Loc: NJ
 
Gordon wrote:
After an hour drive the boat would not start. Pulled it out and tried for about 10 minutes. Finely got it running and headed out of Blacks Fish Camp to catch some catfish. Well the white caps were coming over the bow so I headed back to the landing like a whipped puppy. Didn't give up. Loaded the boat and went to the hatchery where the wind was blocked by the trees. Got 5,but it took about an Hour and a half. Picked up and went in the stump field in 3 1/2 ft. of water. Got much better. Caught 11 more in an hour. Went to pick up the back anchor and it was stuck under a stump. Tried everything but it was not budging. Tied a buoy to it and tossed it over so I could get the bow anchor lose and had the same problem. Took awhile but got both in the boat and went home to clean fish. Yes I did enjoy the trip. Here are some pics.
After an hour drive the boat would not start. Pull... (show quote)


Love the story Gordon!
Your ability, patience & persistence definitely paid off - bread'em, fry'em & enjoy'em with an icy cold beverage!

Are the red markings on the tails a sign of a recent spawn?
God Bless,
Mickey

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Apr 25, 2024 08:02:43   #
1Oldboat42 Loc: Kearney, Nebraska
 
I know that it's not nice of us but Gordon your account of your day brought a chuckle to me and my wife. I hope that we were chuckling with you now that it's a day later, because we can do identify with your day. Yep we have been there and done that!
Congrats on your catches as you earned them.

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Apr 25, 2024 08:23:26   #
kandydisbar Loc: West Orange, NJ
 
Gordon wrote:
After an hour drive the boat would not start. Pulled it out and tried for about 10 minutes. Finely got it running and headed out of Blacks Fish Camp to catch some catfish. Well the white caps were coming over the bow so I headed back to the landing like a whipped puppy. Didn't give up. Loaded the boat and went to the hatchery where the wind was blocked by the trees. Got 5,but it took about an Hour and a half. Picked up and went in the stump field in 3 1/2 ft. of water. Got much better. Caught 11 more in an hour. Went to pick up the back anchor and it was stuck under a stump. Tried everything but it was not budging. Tied a buoy to it and tossed it over so I could get the bow anchor lose and had the same problem. Took awhile but got both in the boat and went home to clean fish. Yes I did enjoy the trip. Here are some pics.
After an hour drive the boat would not start. Pull... (show quote)


Quite a challenging day but looks like you overcame it and got yourself a mess of fish!!

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Apr 25, 2024 08:46:38   #
bucky buckner Loc: murrells inlet SC
 
Gordon wrote:
After an hour drive the boat would not start. Pulled it out and tried for about 10 minutes. Finely got it running and headed out of Blacks Fish Camp to catch some catfish. Well the white caps were coming over the bow so I headed back to the landing like a whipped puppy. Didn't give up. Loaded the boat and went to the hatchery where the wind was blocked by the trees. Got 5,but it took about an Hour and a half. Picked up and went in the stump field in 3 1/2 ft. of water. Got much better. Caught 11 more in an hour. Went to pick up the back anchor and it was stuck under a stump. Tried everything but it was not budging. Tied a buoy to it and tossed it over so I could get the bow anchor lose and had the same problem. Took awhile but got both in the boat and went home to clean fish. Yes I did enjoy the trip. Here are some pics.
After an hour drive the boat would not start. Pull... (show quote)


Bad beginning and of Corse, you being you a fantastic ending. way to go

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Apr 25, 2024 08:56:50   #
hueey Loc: Lake Fork Tx
 
The fishing gods have a sense of humor for all fishermen and fisherwomen.
Sounds like a challenging outing and you kicked it thru the goal posts.
Thanks for sharing.

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Apr 25, 2024 09:36:39   #
Gordon Loc: Charleston South Carolina
 
Wv mike wrote:
Looks like the good outweighed the bad
Good catch. What bait today


Triple S blood stink bait.

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Apr 25, 2024 09:39:52   #
Gordon Loc: Charleston South Carolina
 
1Oldboat42 wrote:
I know that it's not nice of us but Gordon your account of your day brought a chuckle to me and my wife. I hope that we were chuckling with you now that it's a day later, because we can do identify with your day. Yep we have been there and done that!
Congrats on your catches as you earned them.


My wife ans I had a good laugh also. And so did everyone I told it to. LOL

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Apr 25, 2024 09:47:32   #
OldBassGuy Loc: Temecula, CA
 
Gordon wrote:
After an hour drive the boat would not start. Pulled it out and tried for about 10 minutes. Finely got it running and headed out of Blacks Fish Camp to catch some catfish. Well the white caps were coming over the bow so I headed back to the landing like a whipped puppy. Didn't give up. Loaded the boat and went to the hatchery where the wind was blocked by the trees. Got 5,but it took about an Hour and a half. Picked up and went in the stump field in 3 1/2 ft. of water. Got much better. Caught 11 more in an hour. Went to pick up the back anchor and it was stuck under a stump. Tried everything but it was not budging. Tied a buoy to it and tossed it over so I could get the bow anchor lose and had the same problem. Took awhile but got both in the boat and went home to clean fish. Yes I did enjoy the trip. Here are some pics.
After an hour drive the boat would not start. Pull... (show quote)


Great day after a trying morning Gordon! Think you have more patience than me......just sayin

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Apr 25, 2024 10:17:24   #
OJdidit Loc: Oak Creek Wisconsin
 
Congrats on your catch, but you may want a different style of anchor…?

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Apr 25, 2024 10:35:09   #
Gordon Loc: Charleston South Carolina
 
Ready for the freezer. 3 to a bag with smaller ones and 2 to a bag of the big ones. 12 bags in all. Kept two out for supper tonight.



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Apr 25, 2024 10:39:30   #
Gordon Loc: Charleston South Carolina
 
OJdidit wrote:
Congrats on your catch, but you may want a different style of anchor…?


Taking these next time. Home made grappling hooks. All stainless steel. 5/16 that will straighten out if needed. Chain hooked at bottom and ty wrapped at top so it can pop loose to bring anchor up from the bottom side. Made them for fishing at the Keys.



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Apr 25, 2024 10:55:47   #
Fredfish Loc: Prospect CT.
 
Gordon wrote:
Taking these next time. Home made grappling hooks. All stainless steel. 5/16 that will straighten out if needed. Chain hooked at bottom and ty wrapped at top so it can pop loose to bring anchor up from the bottom side. Made them for fishing at the Keys.


That's what we use for Tog fishing in the rocks up here Gordon. It sure beats damaging or losing your Danforth anchor. 👍🏻

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Apr 25, 2024 11:46:14   #
Wv mike Loc: Parkersburg area. Wv
 
Gordon wrote:
Triple S blood stink bait.


I’m ordering some. My local shops don’t carry it

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Apr 25, 2024 12:05:28   #
Mgiven Loc: Michigan
 
way to overcome the tests to get out there sir! congrats on the nice fish!

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