Thursday, June 4, 2009

Gone Fishing!

Nothing like seeing Dad with his girl.




We are fortunate enough to live across the street from the river. However to get there from here you must go down a REAL steep embankment and through a jungle of poison ivy. We cleared an area out across the street 2 years ago and ummmm... that was the year I said "I don't get poison ivy, never had it." Can you guess what happened from there? We've yet to return. With that in mind, we go down the road about 1/2 a mile to yet another steep area but to a trail that is free and clear of the itchy stuff.


Obviously unimpressed with the depth of the hook........"John". This year after some begging from the kids I purchased a license. I usually just play photographer and bring along a good read but now I've decided to play along as long as the fish are biting. This is was the first time out for me this season. The kids & John have been out well over a dozen times. Fishing is on the top of Luke's favorite list. He doesn't let a day or two go by before asking Dad when they can go out again.



She is always ready with a pose.




I think that one might weigh nearly as much as her.



She is better then Mom. I can bait my hooks with worms and crayfish but I admit I am a little spleeny when it comes to taking the fish off if they are the least bit in there.


Fishing is a great family activity that can be done with little to no costs. I'm glad we have MM to take us out! Luke traps crayfish from the ponds with bait traps and MM & the kids jack worms on rainy nights. John and I have to purchase licenses but the kids do not and will never have to as they both have lifetime fishing, hunting, and archery licenses....how lucky are they?



P.S. All the above fish were caught and released.

Here is a link for a yummy chowder I made last weekend with some perch we had stored in the freezer from this past winter's ice fishing season.


12 comments:

small farm girl said...

I love fishing! I would be happy with a fishing pole and a mud puddle. Looks like you guys found a good spot for bass, other than the poison ivy.

Joanna@BooneDocksWilcox said...

a great family day. I haven't fished in forever but loved fishing with my Dad, you brought back fond memories. Your kids are having a wonderful childhood.

YD, sometimes with ♥June and ♥Angel Samantha said...

What a fun family day! I love fishing too!

Captain Hook and Lady Crochet said...

What fun!!??? We catch and release as well. Although, I am not as good as you are....all I catch is bluegill! :0(

Anonymous said...

Looks like a great time! And you're looking good, girl!! :)

Ron said...

Nice catch! I bet those bass fought good. :)

Ron

Anonymous said...

I love family fun pics! Nice fish!

Country Girl said...

Thanks for all your comments, it was fun. Taking the kids in the morning without Maine Man. That should be interesting.

country girl said...

I'm countrygirl on the other coast. Nice to meet you.

Amy said...

NICE fish! Good gawd, what do y'all feed 'em???

jody p said...

Hi Kim, wanted to say how much I enjoyed the way that you celebrated Luke and Leah on their special days! Very nice! Great looking fish too!

Country Chick said...

Nice fishing photos! Very fun family day it looks like!!