I'm back after missing the month of September without submitting a post. Cathey and I have been busy with our Grandchildren and helping our son finish work on his house in Birmingham. This has been the longest time for me to go without fishing in the fall. One of my fishing partners decided a while back that he was getting too old to fly fish anymore, so that was another setback in my days fishing on the lake. I hope to find another fly fishing partner for next season. There are only so many fly-fishing guys located in Jasper, Alabama. I am glad Jason came home last week, which allowed me to catch up on fishing at Smith Lake.
We managed to land a couple of Spotted Bass fishing the rock wall in the background using a couple of streamer patterns. The crawfish and the bluegill streamers were the patterns the bass were hitting using a slow-motion retrieve. The hits were light and not as aggressive as in the Spring. The water temp has cooled to 70 degrees, which accounts for the slower takes.
The Fall colors are starting to take shape on the lake. It was good to be out on the water and feel the tug of a fish on the streamers. During this time of the year, the pull-down is on, meaning the lake is now at its lowest of the season.
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We were surprised when I got this largemouth bass to soft-hit my boggle bug popper. We kept thinking we would get a take on the top before we left, and this bass proved us right! A great way to end the afternoon!
If anyone can relate to your friend getting too old to fly fish, it's me although come hell or high water, I will be out there fishing shortly.
ReplyDeleteLooks like fun, Bill. I'm a little envious. wanted to get some more fishing in before buckling down for winter but this morning's 15 degrees has me winterizing the boats today.
ReplyDeleteMark
ReplyDeleteI feel both of us will know when it's time to lay the fly rod and spinning reels aside---now is not the time for either of us.
Al
ReplyDeleteAnd I thought 25 here this morning was cold; I like where you live, but the cold would be brutal for me and my wife. Stay safe and warm, thanks for the comment
A month without fishing is a long time! I hope that this winter goes by real fast. I've decided to not walk the icy banks of rivers this winter. Can not fall on this knee! You are always catching lovely bass. They are so much fun to catch. Enjoy the holiday season, my friend!
ReplyDeleteHi Emily
ReplyDeleteI am not a fan of the winter; fishing is a challenge this time of the year. I hope your knee heals before the trout season starts for you in the Spring. As we get older, time passes so much faster, which means as much fishing time worked into our schedule as possible. I hope you and the family have a wonderful Christmas! Take care, and thanks for the comment.