Central Ill. Outing on the Fox

[bjensen]

We have an outing scheduled for Saturday (4/28) on the Fox River at Oswego. Just wondered who is planning to attend. I'll be there barring any major weather changes.

 

Brian

[JonD]

Float trip, shore fishing or wading?

[Dana Lee]

It is a shallow stretch from what Eric has told me. I plan on wading, but you are welcome to bring your canoes or kayaks folks. Gonna be a great time!

[bjensen]

I'll be wading as I am too dangerous to be trusted with a watercraft!

[JonD]

I am going to try and make it, I'll be wading too. What time are we meeting?

[jude]

I am going to try and make it, I'll be wading too. What time are we meeting?

 

Click on the "calendar" tab at the top of the page.

[JonD]

Click on the "calendar" tab at the top of the page.

Well look at that.....I feel dumb now (not like that's out of the norm though).

[jude]

If I'm the guy that's giving you pointers, then you must be dumb. Doh!

[Eric]

Right now the weather forecast is calling for 44 degrees, 40% chance of rain and winds ENE at 18 mph. It may be tough for those unfamiliar with the river and chilly temps take a toll on your psyche. Given the high gas prices, I recommend postphoning a Central IL field trip to the Fox until the weather is a bit warmer. At least a wade or float in decent weather will be enjoyable, regardless of the catching. Saturday would probably be better served catching up on the honey-do list and saving the day for better odds. It's up to you guys. If some want to fish, I can meet up and point you in the right direction.

 

The Tap House in Oswego is a good place to meet afterward for a beer and a bite to eat. Nice beer selection and good food.

[Dana Lee]

I think we should heed Eric's advice and postpone the outing until next Saturday.

 

For the guys in the Central Region, I am planning on posting ISA signs instead Saturday. Then we could dress warmer and avoid the cold water. I will post another topic for this and make calls tomorrow nite.

[bjensen]

Yup, I'm out. Forecast now says high of 47 with a 70% chance of rain. I've wanted to fish the Fox for years, but I'm willing to wait!

[Dana Lee]

Ran into some fish that wouldn't quit biting last night till late. Will call tonite.

[Terry Dodge]

Funny.

I remember a report about a year ago from a certain somebody, when it was super super windy and cold out out, and this certain somebody killed 'em.

Certain somebody had better not put a report for this Saturday, 4/28.

Just sayin'.

[Eric]

Last year at this time the Fox River was flooded. The fish were packed along shoreline structure and easily accessible / easily catchable. The USGS data was 12.97' / 4,720 CFS whereas right now it's 11.62' / 1,330 CFS. The fish are much more spread out right now and the wind + cold temperatures will make for a tough day on the angler. Church.

[Dana Lee]

Ok, so we are definitely on for this Saturday! VPP. If anyone wants a ride up I should have a seat available, maybe two.

[JonD]

I'm in.

[Dana Lee]

I'm not backing down this time!

[Dana Lee]

Just a reminder, Violet Patch Park at 8 AM this Saturday. PM me if you plan to attend. Looking up a place for breakfast today on break from work.

[ronk]

Dana

There's an excellent restaurant on rte 25 a little north of the park on the s/e corner.

[Jim J]

150% chance of lightening on Sat around 8:00 am

[Dana Lee]

Sounds like a good enough place to die. I'll be there.

[eugene f collins]

Dana ---- Text me if this goes south! I will try to make breakfast.

[JonD]

Nice to meet everyone today, I think all those that fished got into some OK fish. I got one that was maybe 15'' and few small ones...oh yea I managed to foul hook a Drum. Looking forward to fishing with you guys (and gal) again. Thanks again for the fly Eugene.

[eugene f collins]

Dana thanks for running this one even with all that lightning. Ha..........

 

I had fun today.The moving water was very calming . Didnt put that much effort into it today, so i am grateful

to that smallie that told me he was there by pulling the rod 3 or 4 times till he hooked himself. Everyone caught today.

Bart took off with Eric for a bit down river. By the smile on Bart's face i am sure they caught a few. I think Dana had numbers.

Pat showed up and showed us the flyrod works by picking several smallies off in a hurry.

Bart how did you do? Dana, Pat and i finished the day off at Fermi, where i saw Dana put a hurt on a pile of Bass.

[Dana Lee]

Yesterday was one of the best days of my life. Beautiful river everyone so warmly welcomed me to! Staying up for 22 hrs was totally worth every second, and I didn't even have to break out the waders! Can't wait to come up and do it all over again!