Just read your missive on trout streams in Wisconsin. Black Earth Creek is one of the most difficult to fish as the fish seem to be extremely "vibration" sensitive, the bottom is very silty, and the approaches are difficult. I got on the Mecan twice. I have been told there is open water to allow for casting but the only places I found were really tight with blow-downs and sweepers. It was one of Joe Brooks favorite streams.
If you want to do some trout fishing, I would reccomend going on up to the coulees near Westby. Lots of water, access, and fish.
For me, as a guy who just joined the alliance, I am really looking forward to learning the ropes. When I read the kinds of lures used I have no idea what they are and I need to fish more so I am looking for places closer to home.
The main thing, of course, is to have fun! Go walk some trout streams with a camera and then decide where you want to fish.
If you want to tie trout flies as well as bass and salmon, visit the NIFT (Northern Illinois Fly Tyers) 0n their site.
www.orgsites.com/il/nift/
Tight lines,
Jack
