Oneofthepack Big Rudy Big Ron Delacroix 78t 4r 10 21 24

TEAM JO-JO:

Saturday's Team Jo-Jo Fishing Curriculum Session had the whole group buzzing with excitement, and naturally, the conversation led to fishing trips. We offered an open invitation to anyone who wanted to join us on the water, knowing that some might not be able to drop everything and go at a moment's notice. But we made it clear: whenever they're ready, the invite still stands. We’re always up for showing someone new the ropes of fishing in Delacroix Island!

As for the three amigos—Big Rudy, Big Ronnie, and Oneofthepack—it wasn’t a question of if we were going fishing but when. We’re all retired and blessed with wives who understand and support our passion for the water. So, we had everything set for Monday morning: another adventure to our personal Disney World, the beautiful and bountiful Delacroix Island. There, we’d be aboard Bay Flat Sr., in search of those elusive Silverwonders and Redwarriors that keep us coming back for more.

Friday’s trip had been a bit tough, yielding only 6-7 fish. The conditions that day—strong N.E. winds, a heavy falling tide, fast current, and water clarity barely at a 1—weren't ideal. But instead of dampening our spirits, it fueled our determination. For Monday, we had similar conditions on the horizon, but we didn't let that cloud our expectations. This time, we were prepared, excited, and knew the day would be full of action, no matter the challenges ahead.

At the end of the day, it was all about attitude and belief. We went into the trip with confidence, trusting in our skills, our teamwork, and our understanding of the waters. Fishing, after all, is as much about patience, persistence, and camaraderie as it is about the catch. With the three of us together, a solid plan, and the right mindset, we knew it was going to be a memorable day, regardless of what Delacroix had in store for us.

Belief is what keeps us going, and we had it in spades!

OUR REWARDS:

• Lived to fish another day
• (78) Silverwonders, 37 Miniwonders
• (4) Redwarriors, 2 Ratwarrior, 2 Bullwarriors
• (2) Crabs
• (1) Extra pole
• (2) Popped lines
• (2) Tanged lines
• Got stabbed cleaning fish, Big Rudy displayed fisherperson abuse to me, got me in my right forearm.
• Excellent peanut butter & pineapple jelly sandwich thanks Big Ronnie & Gloria me needed that.
• Got to bring home (6) filet Silverwonders for Loveofthepack & Sonofthepack to eat.
• Being on the water with two of the best fisherpersons me know, Big Rudy & Big Ronnie
• Plan “A” was a winner.
• Lessons learned:
 Top water plugs no action, we did not try long as Big Rudy had 3 in boat before we had a chance to make 3 cast, Big Ron gave up fist with me right behind.
 Knowledge is a main factor for catching, (i.e., Friday leads us right to the honey hole for Monday trip) we put into practice on what we learned from Friday trip.
 Water clarity better at spot #58 on Team Jo-Jo map
 Drifting casting / working popping cork work best for us, when we hit some we would drop Cajun anchor to old us in position to strike zone.
 We also set up on a point, water pouring out, had a flat water pass us buy every now and then, Silverwonders was in flat water, this technique / presentation netted us some nice (NMR) Silverwonders.
 Had (62) Silverwonders, needed thirteen more for (75) made as top in Little Lake John, had no problem finding some extra Silverwonders to play with, count got to (78) for the day.
 We will be back Wednesday to try for a repeat of today’s trip.
• Best fishing trip of my life, until the next one.

Good Fishing
Team Jo-Jo & Oneofthepack
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