OK, back to fishing. My old brain has been working since the last time I was down because, damn it, I want to catch a Shad on my fly rod. So logic tells me to use the same jig that I use on a spinner. Problem is, once you put the jig on and add a couple of split shot (to get the jig to the bottom), you have a 1/2 oz of weight on the line. Solution? Put a smaller jig head on and less split shot. Drop the line out a ways, let out some more line, back swing and, snagged in the weeds. Sure, I got a picture of that too. This is DIRECTLY behind where you stand. Lots of places to catch your jig.
I did manage to get a bunch of casts with the fly rod and even got one big hit, but the time I spent untangling the jig from the bushes, out weights any chance to catch anything. So I went back to spinning. I did manage to land one and since I was no longer skunked, went back to the fly rod. I am a glutton for punishment, but I am determined. After another hour of weed fishing, I called it a day. Catching all those weeds wears a person out.
On the walk out, I snapped a picture of the California Poppy (State flower) for your enjoyment.
Well, that's it for Shad fishing until I get back from vacation next week. We're taking the laptop, so if I find any interesting lakes or streams, I'll report back. I still think I can get one more day up at Bear, maybe Thursday or Friday. I'll let you know.
Till then.
Mark (Shoreman)
Great post! My wife and I fish the eastern Sierras all of the time and we take our laptop along so we can scout out new places. We find a lot of new water and every trip is a little different. You've got an awesome blog! I'll check back in soon! Thanks!
ReplyDeleteGood to see that Bill found your blog. Check his out, I have enjoyed it since I found it.
ReplyDeleteShoreman, you are tenacious and will persevere with that fly rod. Happy to see the jig still works.
You know, if all else fails, you can always use dynamite. lol Works wonders on stubborn Shad.
ReplyDeleteTight lines