Getting way too antsy to just stick around the house watching fishing shows! So, with the weather moderating quite a bit around here, I decided to put my UL in the car and take a ride around. I drove....and drove.....and drove some more! Most lakes/ponds still have quite a bit of ice on them. But, after this week, that should change significantly.

I finally found one pond which had a decent open area; enough to afford me some casting distance. I only stayed about an hour and a half at most, before my fingers gave up the ghost! (Forgot to bring along a handwarmer!) Ended up with 4 yellow perch and one crappie. Two of the perch were 10" or 11" with the other two being in the 7" - 8" range. The crappie was average for this area.

Wish I'd have dressed warmer! With the temps sticking around in the 50 degree range, I may get a chance to get out again before the week is out. LOL!