First Cast Theory
And a fisherman is born. How cute is that baby fisherman featured in the photo? Like Grandma loved to say “cher babe.” Translation: sweet baby.
It was a father-son day that will always remain special to both.
Little man scores a big fish.
Adam Creel had scoped out a potential fishing honeyhole and knew just who he wanted to share it with. He packed up his two-year-old son, Jensen, and this trip was on. Dad was sure hoping he would have the opportunity to let his baby boy feel something stretch his line.
Adam was hopping a plastic frog in a life-like manner when a monster bass “flushed the commode.” He rared back with a spine-tingling hook set, and the fight was on.
Jensen was on stand-by and knew just what to do when Dad passed the rod to him. He held on for dear life with both little hands as the fish made a power run. This was a classic father-son moment as the fight wore on. Dad was busy coaching and ready for manual assistance only when absolutely needed. He was beaming as his boy held his own with a white-knuckle grip.
The 7-pound bass on the other end finally tired, and you couldn’t wipe the smiles off either fisherman’s red face. This could be the start of a lifetime of fun and natural entertainment that never ends. It’s the gift that keeps on giving.
Have you ever heard it’s bad luck to catch a fish on the very first cast? Many superstitious anglers consider it the kiss of death to score a fish on their first offering.
But there are two sides to every coin.
Ray Bertrand slipped up to Lanan Creek on Toledo Bend and let fly with the first cast of many. This was not his first fishing rodeo by any means and he recognized the unmistakable thud of a big fish pick-up.
Ray’s first bass on his first cast was a dandy weighing in over 9 pounds. This fish was one of many hanging out near a deep drop-off to 20 feet. It put an end to the first-cast theory.
And on the other side of the coin, Ray and partner put together an impressive limit of fish.
All it took was a break from high winds and thunderstorms, and a few days of calm, hot weather, for saltwater action to explode. Big speckled trout have really turned on as the water clears. Add to that beaucoup schools of redfish and your odds of catching some fish are drastically improved.
Clayton Guidry topped off a great fish day recently with a healthy trout more than 27 inches long. On closer inspection, this was an even more special fish with a bonus identification tag in place.
The sun is broiling and you know a Louisiana summer is here for real. Fishermen take heed and do your thing very early or very late. A key to success is being able to beat the heat in order to return another day. Have a hot summer of fishing and le bons temps roule!
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