June 7 2010-Big,Big,Big Pike

It's time to go fishing and try to catch that elusive big Pike! First fish on the menu was this cute little Smallmouth Bass. And then along came another cute Smallmouth Bass. At least this one was a bit bigger.

Next up, a Pike! Not quite the monster I was hoping for, but a Pike none the less.

Saving the best for last, a monster!

This Big,Big,Big Pike measured 42" and weighed approximately 21 lb 9 oz. It was caught on 8 lb test line on a Red and White # 4 Mepps. This fish followed the lure right up to the side of the boat and just as I was ready to take it out of the water it hit. And it hit hard and the battle was on! Finally Joanne got the net in the water and it was ours. No, it ripped right through net and was gone. But no, it wasn't gone. I still had it hooked and after another brief battle it was back into the net and safely on the boat. This beautiful looking Pike was on the boat at 11:55 and back in the water by 11:57. We stood and watched in awe as it slowly swam away unharmed. Now that was Fun. Good net job Joanne!