Rathbun It Is

[izzysfishin]

It's carved in stone, after several beers alot of talk and several more beers. The decision was made, Rathbun 2nd or 3rd weekend in May. Myself and 3 buddies for 3 or 4 days of crappie chasin. Is our timing about right, I know alot depends on the weatherman. Heard (Bridgeport?) was a good place to camp anyone verify that? A campfire and a place to set a tent and a lawn chair is all we need. Been kickin this trip around for 2 yrs. and it's finally gonna happen!!!! izzy:D :D

[herb]

Bridgeview Izzy. I'd think you'll do good with the time line you picked. If this was a year of normal weather, I'd like the dates you chose. But, who the heck knows what the weather will be like at that time?
They'll either be staging, spawning, or dropping back to deeper water. Either way, you'll catch fish. And I see a banner year for big ones this year.
Luck to ya.

[izzysfishin]

Thanks Herb, I been wantin to get up there forever. Know some folks that go every year, they're gonna mark me up a map. I can't wait to get there...izzy

[crappiekiller2]

May 20 is Crappiemasters tournament on rathbun. Good timing...

[izzysfishin]

I just found that out wed. night, oh well. I'm thinkin it's gonna be pretty crowded but were going anyway 19th thru 21st. Just have to fish hard and long fri. and maybe take it easy sat. and watch the pro's while we're fishin. The reservations are already made so it's to late to change now. Heck, if the fishin's good we might stay another day or two...izzy

[Jigging15]

We are planning a trip the same weekend. Can't decide there or going to Icaria, Three Mile, Green valley area. I have heard good things about both. Any advise would be helpful. Thanks.

[prchjerker]

Dont forget about Little River or West Lake Osceola.

[izzysfishin]

Hey prchjerker, that reminds me of a question. I've heard and read that Rathbun is no place to be in high winds. Just in case, is there any places to fish if the wind gets to bad. Got some maps ordered but they have'nt showed up yet...izzy

[Waygate10]

Hey Izzy,

You can always try Lake Miami if the wind is too bad on Rathbun. It is North of Albia a few miles. Usually, even if the wind is bad you can tuck out of the way somewhere and get some good fish. You are going down during a prime time to fish.

[izzysfishin]

Thanks Waygate, man i'm chompin at the bit...izzy