Author Archives: conner

Ice Flies and Spring Panfish

Posted on May 14, 2013 by conner

The local lakes busted free of ice two weeks ago and we have been out on the boat a couple times chasing panfish. The bluegills are shallow, but the water is still too cold for any real action (the temp … Continue reading →

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Mille Lacs Smallmouth, Walleye Regulation Changes

Posted on March 27, 2013 by conner

Earlier this week the Minnesota DNR announced regulation changes to Mille Lacs Lake. The greatly anticipated changes aim to help the struggling population of walleye, specifically targeting smaller fish. The new regulations call for release of all walleye under 18 … Continue reading →

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New fly tying area, and a few ice flies out the door

Posted on March 11, 2013 by conner

Our new fly tying area has been finished for a while, but I thought I would post a few pictures anyway. I’m really happy with how it turned out. It’s a great little spot to tie up some flies with … Continue reading →

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Slabs

Posted on March 2, 2013 by conner

When the bite is on, night fishing for crappies can be some of the most fun you can have on the ice. Big schools of fish will roam the flats, eager to feed in the low light. Grandpa joined us … Continue reading →

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Gills and Gators – Florida Farm Pond Fishin’

Posted on February 26, 2013 by conner

“Sure, just watch out for the gator.” The words resonated in my head as I walked toward the pond that reportedly held some bass and panfish. Moments earlier, my ears perked up when I heard the owner of the small … Continue reading →

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SW Florida Pics

Posted on February 14, 2013 by conner

 

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Sanibel Seatrout on the Flats

Posted on February 8, 2013 by conner

Saltwater fly fishing has always been a bit of a challenge for me. I’ve fished the salt three times in the Florida panhandle and South Carolina, but only hooked a redfish that popped off after a minute of powerful runs. … Continue reading →

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CDC Parachutes

Posted on February 1, 2013 by conner

I have a ton of CDC on my hands right now from the past duck hunting season. All this CDC has led to some experimenting, and lately I’ve been playing around with CDC dubbing loop hackle. I tied these two … Continue reading →

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