Just Fishin'
This morning, after a long day of beachin' yesterday , I was able to hit the water with my dad. He took his kayak and I mine. My dad is the one who taught me how to fish at a young age, so I enjoy fishing with him when we get the chance. We tactically decide to launch in the Yellow River, before it pours into Castle Rock Lake in Wisconsin. This area of the river is wide and shallow with a lot of various vegetation. Perfect for froggin'. Arriving at the launch, the wind is blowing hard. This river and Castle Rock Lake are typically a rust color from the sandstone and pine trees, but this is much darker than usual. The water looks like chocolate milk, with about 2 inches of visibility thanks to the recent heavy rains. Optimistic, I drop the seat on my FeelFree Lure to keep a low profile as we head across the river to a bay blocked from the wind. Getting some harbor from the wind, we begin working the lily pads, grass, and underwater weed beds. The area is promisi