Fishing

Yesterday Jane and I and Trevor and Abby went fishing at a new spot near our house. The day was perfect for fishing, overcast and not too hot. The fish weren't biting too well, but within minutes Abby caught a momma catfish who was about to lay her eggs. She was 18 inches long and about 3 pounds. Abby caught her on a 2lb. test line. The fish fought well and tried to snag the line on the weeds and around the pier pilings. It took a lot of finess and the help of three experienced fishermen to land her. They were pretty embarassed because they hadn't caught anything but a few baby Bluegills all day. They all rubbed her head for luck. Trevor landed a small Largemouth Bass with beautiful markings by himself and Abby caught another baby Bluegill. Abby got the biggest fish of the day. Trevor landed the most beautiful fish and also won the prize for the most patient, handsome, and best dressed ( for his magnificent T-shirt) fisherman of the day. We released all the fish (especially the momma) to live and fight another day. A good time was had by all!!!