12-31-2019, 08:57 PM
Finally got out for the 1st time on the ice this season. Hit Echo early and was welcomed by 10 degrees with a slight breeze. Went to a spot that has usually produced something over the years, especially trout. Drilled 3 holes, one for the Vex, and two on either side for the poles. I never drilled another hole. There was some activity on the bottom and I thought probably perch. I was right. Turned out to be a great morning. Ended up bringing home 40 perch and one 17 in rainbow. Threw a bunch of smaller perch back. The best part of the morning was the occasional jumbo perch. I caught 6 over 12" and one that went 13". Easily the largest perch I have ever caught. Just was in the right place.
JArner and his son joined me for a bit and they both caught a couple of jumbos as well before the cold got the best of them. Wish you could have stayed longer.
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JArner and his son joined me for a bit and they both caught a couple of jumbos as well before the cold got the best of them. Wish you could have stayed longer.
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