We got into a pod of brown trout and got to harass them for a few days. We even showed a few of them the inside of my bucket to take home. Most of the salmon and trout were released back after showing them what a nice boat the new Surprise is. We have limited our fishing to the upper part of the water column 30-35 on riggers and longlines in the 5- 15 ft range with spoons being the most productive. I am pained that my flies on flyrods have fallen from favor with our fish. Colors for us has been silver and brass with copper and Flo-red not so well.
I love this boat. It's my second season on the 1999 Alumacraft Trophy 195. I'm trying to do slow but sure changes and additions that will make it into another comfortable fishing platform that my previous Sylvan Sportster was for 25 years. The 90 hp Evinrude E-Tec runs flawlessly and sips 1/2 the gas of my 1987 40hp Johnson. 4 times out and I couldn't add a full 10 gal of fuel. On the helm I turned a 5 inch Hummingbird into a Navionics GPS only and added a Lowrance Elite 7 graph and X4 FisHawk for a steady data stream that is easy on old eyes. Canvas by Vermont Custom Canvas and Mr. Buddy heater keeps us cozy in the cabin. Scottie downriggers on the back make rigger fishing rather painless.
It ain't all about fishing but some great lunches too! I look and am real sure that we will get into January Frostbiting without much trouble. It's great to see the fleet grow as more fishermen come out and join the fun! Nice to yack with and see you all. Stay safe.
Brown trout gravlax
Mallard Duck Breast with wine sour cherry sauce over noodles
(Mine is at that stage too) Yours is exceptional! I bet Crabman likes the updated former boat and can catch rides with you. The brownies have been on fire with your program and a mix of browns and salmon make for a very entertaining outing. The food is even more amazing in the photos.
