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Joe had a vivid dream of catching a 22" Brookie (that is a HUGE trout). That weekend (now last weekend) he caught over 20 fish of all size and brought home these 3 in the picture. The biggest was a very hefty 15" Brook Trout, after which Joe needed a sip of rum to calm his nerves. Of course, I was at work, but happy to come home to eat the fish!
Really, Joe had to miss 2 weekends of fishing, first with our Milwaukee trip and another from severe storms. All that rain and warm weather made all the grass and ferns grow taller than Joe! And this weekend was another stormy one. In fact, as I type, we are listening and watching the rain, thunder, and lightening, plus occasional fireworks (close enough to the 4th of July).
Since the storm was well predicted, we went fishing in the evening on Wednesday and Thursday. The second day turned out to be decent. Joe caught 10" Brookie and this 12" Brown.
Then at the very end I caught this 14-1/2" Brown. I have to admit Joe gave me instructions where to cast. Oh and Joe pulled another Brown right after at the same spot. Mine was definitely bigger : )
This past weekend we headed south for Milwaukee with a couple of stops along the way to see friends and family. The main business was Kayo's appointment for green card renewal on Tues. Not to waste our 6-hour drive, we spent two nights and explored the city a bit. We took a tour at Miller Brewery, of course.
And we checked out the Art Museum and its awesome architecture. We stayed for the closing of its wings, too.
The highlight was this charming Irish Inn and Pub where we stayed. We picked because it was close to the government building we needed to go. It turned out to be an ideal spot even for all other fun activities in town. We'll go back there again just for fun!
Last Sunday morning there was a brief window between stormy systems moving in from west. We took a quick fishing trip... 'cause you never know. Mosquitoes were biting, thankfully a little slow in the cool weather, and the water looked perfect. Still, fish weren't hitting at first. Then I rolled a good-size fish who got away. I'm still learning how and when to set a hook properly. Luckily I pulled this 10" Brookie from the next hole, though the fish was barely hooked by the lip. Probably the biggest Brook Trout for me.
Of course, Joe had to show off his skill right after by catching an 11" Brookie from the same spot. Oh so easily! We let both of the native fish go. Rainbows, Browns, and Brookies of smaller size were active for a little while until the next weather system rolled in. Then they were all done. It was a fun trip.
Yesterday (Sunday) we took our first trip out to Apple Creek this season, very appropriate for the Memorial Day weekend in honor of Joe's dad. After over an inch of warm rain the day before, the river was dark and high, and plenty of mosquitoes and flies came out. The first hole was as finicky as ever, but beautiful. The weather was gorgeous. Downstream after missing a pretty good-size fish and kicking myself, I caught this 14" beauty. My first keeper Brown of the season. (Disclaimer: the fish appears bigger than it was)
Our pasty lunch at our usual spot on the river was very enjoyable.
Just as I drew a conclusion that we couldn't prove there was a fish at our lunch spot, Joe pulled this huge Brown. Much larger than my fish, probably 20 inches. Since we already had plenty of fish to cook, Joe let this one go back in water. (This fish was bigger than it appears.)
Apple blossoms had just started to open, almost overnight. It seemed the green was getting greener by the minute.
Joe grilled up his steelhead from the day before and my trout for dinner. It turned to be a good weekend fishing and catching!
We hope everyone is having a nice Memorial Day weekend. Ours is almost like a normal weekend. I only have Sunday off. And the weather is not so stable. Still, today Joe went fishing earlier and brought home this beautiful 24" steelhead. Just in time to drive home in the heavy rain with dime-sized hail.
I had meant to post about our last Sunday fishing trip... the highlight of which was the cheerful yellow marsh marigold in full bloom.
Besides I caught more fish than Joe that day, though all too small to keep. The only picture worthy fish this season was my skinny 9" rainbow... until Joe's steelhead from today. Really hoping to venture out to Apple Creek tomorrow. We must pray to Weather God before we pray our Fish God.
Last Sunday, Mother's Day, we had plenty of time to go fishing before taking Joe's mom out for BBQ rib dinner. It turned very warm and sunny. Bloodroots were in bloom, and so were some trout lilies.
Although I donated a lure quite early on this trip, I actually saw a fish chase after my spinner. A good size fish, about 15", not a steelhead (lake run). I changed my lures several times, but no luck. Still, I was very excited.
Later I almost lost another lure. I was able to walk across gingerly to retrieve it from the other side and to snap this picture from a different perspective.
Good thing we made our way back just in time for a shower before Mother's Day dinner outing. Phew.
Every wedding anniversary turns to be special in many ways. This year, we must say, was quite different. We didn't get out of the UP, had my brother for the whole time, and even slept on an air mattress in the basement (while in Ironwood). But nonetheless, we started another year with many good memories.
We had a great view of the sun rising from our air mattress, something we don't usually catch.
Sunday, the day after our anniversary, having seen off my brother at the airport, we took a quick fishing trip. The weather was too nice to stay indoors.
Water was pretty high and fast as expected. No fish, either. Hopefully in another week or two.
It was just nice to enjoy the things we love near us. Joe enjoyed his cigar in the sun, while Kayo sat and listened to the bubbling water, surrounded by trees. Later that evening we went to see the new Avenger movie to finish our anniversary week/ vacation.
