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Posted By on April 25, 2009

Well, springtime is in full swing here in north Texas – doves are nesting, the wind’s blowing 30 mph, and clouds are soaking up the gulf moisture. Thunderstorms and “heavy rain” seem to be on tap for the foreseeable future (at least according to the National Weather Service). This is not good sight-casting weather which is OK becuase the carp have started spawning anyway. They’re still “catch-able” during their reproductive antics (and we usually catch some LARGE females this time of year), but the weather and turbid water make things even more challenging than usual.

So, what do you do with yourself over the next few weeks until optimal stalking conditions arrive? Chase bass for starters; this is prime bass-time on area lakes and ponds. Cover a lot of shallow cover with flashy streamers or large buggers and you’ll find something (or SOMETHING as in the case of SD with his potential water body record fish). Ditto for sunfish that are gorging now in preparation for their randiness in May.

If you need any angling paraphernalia or just a good excuse to go hang out in a fly shop, there’s free beer at Tailwaters today.

For non-angling pursuits, this is Arts and Jazz fest weekend in Denton (downtown in Quakertown park). Good times and GREAT music for all!

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