Hyrum Res.

[ChasinFins]

Hello everyone,
Just an update on Hyrum. Went out today and it was cold. Could of really used the sun today! Slow fishing with a worm so I started trolling a Rapala. I would make it about 100' before a hit! Not bad size for Hyrum. They pulled the fishing dock, and boat dock. Boat loading/unloading done off the beach. Probably one of the last times with a boat for me. Where can I take my boat fishing this winter!?[:/] []
I also need to figure out a way to take better pics of my fish when I'm by myself.. Suggestions?
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[cbassonafly]

nice lookin fish! I was out on my float tube last December, if I remember right it was like 50 or 60 degrees haha... caught some rainbows and was impressed with the size. Looks like a good time, nice to know their healthy.
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[albinotrout]

Nice and cold. Thanks for the report.
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[gofish435]

Thanks for the report.

Myself, I think your pictures are just fine. One suggestion, since we anglers have such a credibility problem, you might include some type of measuring device to lay the fish on. I set my net down, with the fish in it, on my float tube apron which has an 18" scale on it. It just helps to give everyone a frame of reference.[]

It sounded like a fun day on the water.
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[SkunkedAgain]

Nice trip report, sounds fun. Fish are nice this year. Did you notice the water temp? Wondering how long till ice. Later J
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[wagdog]

Cool pics. The fish in that 4th pic looks like the colors are washed out of him. Wish I knew where to tell you to fish with your boat. If we have another winter like last year you will have plenty of open water but launching may be the issue.
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[crestliner]

Bear lake! Great place to boat fish in the cold months of winter

[Tarponjim]

Pics by yourself? I try to keep the fish in or partly in the water, and fill the frame with just the fish. Hold the fish with one hand, and the camera with the other. Sure, a few will slip away, but that's ok too. You can also keep them hooked, and try to get a shot of just the fish with the lure/hook/fly in its mouth. Close shots of just the front half or head are kinda nice. The best shots are close ups, that's the key. Pay attention to lighting. The water usually makes the best background. Don't shoot into the light. Not to hijack your post, but here's a couple recent examples. I'm no pro, but just a few little things will help. That second shot you took with your hand, the net, and the fish swimming away is what you want. Yes!
#Keepemwet
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[wiperhunter2]

I agree with crestliner Bear lake is a great place to fish in the Winter, most years it does not freeze but it's not too far, if you live in the Logan valley. As far as taking pics go, some folks use those selfie sticks, if you want to be in the pic but your pics look good. The Fish stick in the attached pics are what I use for taking pics.
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