Hello, my name is Bob, and I've been a fisherman for 35 yrs. Sounds like an intro. for a twelve step program doesn't it? They think we fishermen are addicted, sick, and twisted. Who else would stand shivering in the rain, feet wet, hands aching, making one more cast for a one in 10,000 chance at a Musky? (Get it? The fish of 10,000 casts) Yeah, I have a problem, but they say admitting it is the first step.

Anyway, about 10 yrs ago my friend Dave Wamboldt and I met while working together at Pike Creek Outfitters. Mike and Barb Hines, the owners were ready to retire, do some traveling, and start enjoying life instead of getting up in the dark as they both did for many years. I learned a great deal from them and they always treated me like family, and still do.

What you will find here is people who know what they're talking about, and everything you need for Lake Michigan. Dave is the Perch Guru. He even pours his own worms, we call them the "Wammer Slammers". I would be up the creek, to put it politely, without Dave. Did I mention he's got way more experience than me because he's way older? That's funny, I mention it to him all the time.

Thanks, Bob

Wednesday, July 13, 2011

fishin' report 7-13-11

Today I would call unfishable. Even though die-hards like Steve Reuter went out there in rough seas. Other, more sensible club members like Steve Mueller decided to give it a rest. I know that last night on my way back from the bubbler i was fighting 3-4 footers and today was worse.
There was actually a guy that came in the store this morning with a flat bottom that was going to try to make it to the breakwater or even the marina. What do you say to a guy like that? I'll tell your wife you died happy? No fish, especially perch, is worth that. I'm all for going when you have the time available, but not to the point of becoming an anchor.
Fishing has been tough for even the pros these last few days since the high temps. of the weekend. Most guys were lucky to catch even a couple of fish.
My trip to Minocqua was a joke. I probably put in a total of 3 hrs. of actual fishing. Good thing there are Muskies in Silver Lake. I did find some panfish and some smallies to entertain my nephew/nieces.
Perch were biting for a couple of days before the winds switched to NE. They'll be back. Delavan ix still going strong. I plan on a trip out there today or at least this week.
Will let you know if anything changes. Later- Bob
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