kennyman Posted December 1, 2006 Report Share Posted December 1, 2006 I fished Valens yesterday (if you can call it that LOL) . Threw all kinds of stuff out there, but no takers.I knew the weather was questionable at best, but I if I didn't go I would have kicked myself. It was still nice to get out and I knew I had no chance of catching fish at home. I did have a HUGE boil come up right in front of me and man I was pumped. It startled the heck out of me actually. I threw my spinner bait everywhere around it, but to no avail. I was just hoping for one more nice pike to top off my first real year of fishing. Oh well, I can always pray for another chance to get out. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
douG Posted December 1, 2006 Report Share Posted December 1, 2006 A hearty ATTABOY to you, Kennyman. I have no idea how this works, but even tho I am still a doofus on the water, I seem to have more luck the more time I spend. Keep at it. Thanks for your report. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mason05 Posted December 1, 2006 Report Share Posted December 1, 2006 Glad to hear you got out. Soft water will be gone soon. Were you shore fishing or in a boat? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Greencoachdog Posted December 1, 2006 Report Share Posted December 1, 2006 I fished Valens yesterday (if you can call it that LOL) . I did have a HUGE boil come up right in front of me and man I was pumped. It startled the heck out of me actually. I threw my spinner bait everywhere around it, but to no avail. I was just hoping for one more nice pike to top off my first real year of fishing. Oh well, I can always pray for another chance to get out. I'd trade catching a dozen small fish for a boil like that!... You did good by getting out, and you're absolutely correct about not catching anything by sitting around the house. One good trip will pay for a dozen so-so trips, and sometimes you have those trips that will last a lifetime in your memories and give you the "braggin" rights!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kennyman Posted December 1, 2006 Author Report Share Posted December 1, 2006 Glad to hear you got out. Soft water will be gone soon. Were you shore fishing or in a boat? I almost brought my canoe (my only vessel). I would have but I couldn't talk anyone to going with me and they are a bit of a pain tossing around yourself (although I'm getting better at it). There are quite a few areas to fish the without a boat anyway. There are a number of docks and a boardwalk that goes right across the lake there. It's actually a nice place. Wish I could catch something LOL. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mason05 Posted December 1, 2006 Report Share Posted December 1, 2006 Thanks Kennyman, I'd like to check it out before the ice hits. Cheers, Corn Nug Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clampet Posted December 1, 2006 Report Share Posted December 1, 2006 Good 'ole Valens. I'ts been awhile, (7 years) since I've been there. Good to hear you had an ok outing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dr_freelgood Posted December 1, 2006 Report Share Posted December 1, 2006 I had some success in there with chest waders and a white spinner with 2 willow blades. I never knew I could move so fast in waist deep water when one pike decided to head between my legs. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ccmtcanada Posted December 1, 2006 Report Share Posted December 1, 2006 I spent more days gettin skunked that catching stuff this fall, but it was all well worth it in the end. Good on you to go and try in this weather!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bly Posted December 1, 2006 Report Share Posted December 1, 2006 Questionable weather?? There are 2 answers to that question... #1. It is unsafe outside=no fishing #2. It is lousy outside but safe=go fishing! Good for you for making the right choice....you'll get 'em next time!! blyght Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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