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Fishing with Jimmy West Part 2

Tue, 15 May 2012 01:20:03 GMT

Jackie Hutton and I decided to take advantage of Capt. Jimmy West's ladies fishing special today.

You know when your guide says "you should have been here yesterday" -- well today was yesterday.

We started out about 7am and headed to a "popular" reef in East Bay. Had a nice topwater bite right away and put a few in the box. Grinded for awhile until Jimmy figured out the pattern and started catching them again. We had our 20 limit by about 10:30am and then played catch and release for another 30 minutes or so. All the trout were between 20-23" and most weighed between 3-4 pounds. These were some really fat fish. Missed some really nice ones that came unbuttoned.

We asked Jimmy to find us some redfish and I've always been curious about how to find big reds in the middle of the bay. So we took off towards the middle until Jimmy spotted some slicks. He was pretty sure they were redfish and sure enough as soon as we trolled up on them we started seeing giant swirls. Jackie casted her Pink Skitterwalk and had a blowup but the fish missed. It came right back around and this time hit it hard and the fight was on. The only problem though it was a one-sided fight -- Jackie couldn't even get the fish to turn it was so big. After several seconds the fish broke off. Right after that I threw my plastic in and hooked up too. This one hit like a freight train and started taking some serious drag. I just knew it was going to spool me. After several trips around the boat and a lot of panting on my part, I finally got it to the boat. It was a beautiful 37" redfish. That is the biggest one I have ever caught.

The fish had scattered by then so Jimmy tried to find them again. We found them once but couldn't hook up. Third time was the charm and Jackie hooked another one on her topwater. This time she won and brought in a nice 32" redfish. Meanwhile, Jimmy landed a 25" out of the same school.

We headed in about 1:00 and Jimmy cleaned our fish. We ended up with 3 gallon bags stuffed to the top with trout filets.

This was my Mother's Day present -- what a fun day!

Forum: Fishing Reports

Breathable Waders

Sun, 13 May 2012 20:31:40 GMT

I told someone on the group trip that Wright & McGill had some good waders thinking that is where mine came from. Actually they came from http://albrightflyfish.com/items/bridgestone-fishing-waders/list.htm
however, they no longer have women's waders -- only mens. I still like the material they are made of (very lightweight) and they are a decent price right now (on sale for $68). It's ashame they no longer carry women's sizes.

L. L. Bean carrys women's waders
http://www.llbean.com/llb/search?init=1&cache=1&freeText=waders women

Bass Pro and Cabelas both carry breathable waders too in women's sizes.

Women's sizes usually have a smaller stocking foot size. If you get a pair of men's waders the stocking foot is usually huge and makes it difficult to get your boot over them because the extra material is all wadded up in your boot.

Be sure and get stingray boots and stingray shin guards to go along with your waders. You will need a larger size to go over your waders than you would normally wear.

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Kids Compass Fish-n-Fest

Sun, 13 May 2012 19:58:52 GMT

Weeklong fishing tournament with Mens, Ladies, and youth divisions. If anyone lives or fishes up in the Baytown area this is a great cause.

http://www.kidscompassfoundation.org/fish-n-fest.htm

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Big Win for one of our Sisters

Sun, 13 May 2012 18:54:35 GMT

When you fish a redfish tournament there are three things that go through your mind:

1. You HOPE to bring in 2 Redfish
2. You WISH to bring in 2 Big Redfish
3. You DREAM to bring in 2 Giant Redfish and WIN.

Kaylin achieved that dream Saturday during the first leg of the Galveston Redfish Series.

Everyone awoke to serious thunderstorms and lots of rain and lightning. I had learned at the Captains meeting that Kaylin (msaddicted) would be without her husband/partner, Thomas, for this leg and would be fishing the tournament out of her kayak. That's a big handicap for most of us but not Kaylin. She has won many kayak tournaments.

After waiting out the storms, she finally got launched and started fishing. She hooked her first fish but it came unbuttoned before getting it to the net. That can really mess up your positive thinking during a tournament. But, not Kaylin, as she went on to land two PERFECT tournament reds and was back at her house changing clothes by 11am. Kaylin was first in line for the beggining of the weigh-in and weighed in an incredible 17.45 pounds for 2 reds. Then she had to wait 1 1/2 hours to see if anyone could top that. No one came even close as the 2nd place winner was 2 pounds short of her weight.

It is so exciting to see one of our own do so well. And, anyone that knows Kaylin knows that not luck but SKILL had everything to do with her victory.

Big Congratulations to Kaylin!

Forum: Fishing Reports

Monday trip with Jimmy West

Fri, 11 May 2012 16:25:03 GMT

Jackie and I are fishing with Jimmy West Monday the 14th. We are looking for a 3rd if anyone is interested. It will depend on the weather but so far it is looking pretty decent for Monday. Just give me a call if you are interested 713-254-6515 or email me bubba737@swbell.net

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27 inch trout

Sat, 05 May 2012 21:11:39 GMT

Ok, my husband and I haven't been on the water in a while. We really are trying to not to put too many hours on our motor since we are trying to sell our boat. But, the motor needs to be run. (I did loose my hat while heading to our first spot--my favorite hat of all of my hats).
We headed out early this morning to put in at the ramp hoping to beat the crowd. Thank God it wasn't too bad. My first case I was going to get a fish no matter what, and size didn't matter. For some reason I thought I was stuck on something. But, I wasn't. Oh my God, the fish took off, and came out of the water. We thought it was a red. When I got it to the boat it took off again. All I could do is take my time, and allow the fish to do what it wanted. When I got it back to the boat Mark got a good look at it. I remember he said, "It's a nice trout". When he got it in the net we did not realize how nice it was. I was so excited, it was huge. When Mark measured it, it was 27 inches. The digital scale said it was almost 8lbs. My God it beat my 25.5 lb trout. When I was releasing the trout I made sure I took my time, and held on to it until it was able to swim off on its own. I kept looking in that water to make sure it didn't die. Thank God it didn't, we believe it was spawning. While I was looking for the 27 incher my line took off. It was a nice 24 inch trout. All I could do is say, "Thank you God". I needed the tugs on my line big time. But, I didn't expect the 25 inch trout an hour later. All I can say is my students is going to see me with a huge smile, and a story on Monday. They know how much I love to fish, and know when I haven't been fishing.

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Summer Madness Item & Standings

Tue, 01 May 2012 02:04:24 GMT

Yay, it's TIME. OK, the tournament officially starts at 12:01 am tonight and I know some of you'll are waiting up to find out the item you will need to take with you in the morning. The item you need to place in your photo will be:

A tube/bottle of sunscreen or chapstick (lip balm). Hopefully all of you will have that with you when you fish.

Please read over the rules before you begin and remember to get the whole fish, check-it stick and your item in the photo. Also be sure that the mouth of your fish is closed. Email your photos to:
photos@texasladyanglers.com

If there is a judgment call needed I will enlist someone not involved to make the call.

With 14 entries we will be awarding 1st-3rd.

1st Place - $200
2nd Place - $120
3rd Place - $75
　
Prize Package for the shortest redfish (probably an Academy gift card).

Be sure and release your undersized fish after you photograph them and handle them as delicately as possible.

Here is our list of participants.

Ann Curry (cutbaitannie)
Debbie May (ReelAttitude)
Cathy Scheck (ladyreefwalker)
Kathy Moody (Katfish)
Cindy Ramon (girlsfishtoo)
Sharon Stewart (bubba737)
Becky Gary (Pices)
Elvira Lovell (Elvira)
Camber Jones (CJ22Majek)
Jackie Hutton (BettyCroaker)
Pam Bush (PBush)
Julie Gibb (Seajay)
Tyler Kerps (FishingGirl12)
Brooke Alley (PinkSavage)

Good Luck and have fun. If you have any questions don't hesitate to give me a call.

Sharon

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Merchandice

Sat, 28 Apr 2012 18:06:05 GMT

Hey i need a new shirt with texas lady anglers on it where do i get one at

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Fishing at Inks Lake

Mon, 23 Apr 2012 13:36:58 GMT

Went to my family's women retreat this weekend. We had 24 of us there this year. We stay at Heart of Texas Lake Resort at their lodge. Had a great weekend and got to wet a line. Saturday night nothing was biting but went out at 7am Sunday morning and the fish were hitting the top of the water. Caught a nice bass on a minnow under a cork. Also caught a sandy (??) and a black bass on a Baby Minus 1. It sure is a little different than saltwater fishing.

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Ranger Ghost for sale

Wed, 11 Apr 2012 22:22:34 GMT

As alot of you know - I bought "Casper" last year and just LOVE him. He is an exceptional boat. I am selling him because I need to buy a boat that has a leaning post due to health reasons (bad back). I am selling him for what I bought him for - $16,000. He is fully loaded and ready to put you on redfish in the shallow waters. I have probably put another $1200 into the boat getting him customized for me. Any interest?

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Carolyn Elsey

Tue, 10 Apr 2012 23:26:19 GMT

Just wanted to let you know that Carolyn Elsey's mom passed away yesterday and thought for those who know her might want to contact her. I'm attaching a link to Mrs. Lieder's obit. That entire family is an incredible giving and generous clan to so many worthy causes.

http://www.legacy.com/obituaries/houstonchronicle/obituary.aspx?n=mildred-lieder&pid=156914817

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Fishing with Capt. Jim West

Tue, 10 Apr 2012 22:18:54 GMT

Cindy, Roberta, Jackie and I went on a trip with Capt. Jim West yesterday. Fresh water runoff had the bay pretty ugly. Caught about 5-6 trout early and then it was fairly slow until about 11:30. The water cleared up some and the bite turned on for about 45 min. and we caught some more trout and accidentally ran across a school of big reds. Cindy landed a really nice 28" and Jimmy got an oversized one to the boat and broke it off so he could go land Cindy's fish. I kept missing my bites and lost one right at the boat. Ended up with 15 fat trout and the one red. It was a beautiful day and it was really nice having someone else run the boat, take our fish off the hook, change our lures for us and generally just treat us like we were royalty -- LOL.

Jimmy said he would continue his discounted ladies trips until around July 4th so if anyone wants a great deal on a guided trip give him a call or shoot him an email. Weekday trips will be easier to book but he can possibly do an occassional Saturday.
http://www.bolivarguideservice.com/

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FTU Sample Sale April 13-14

Tue, 10 Apr 2012 01:28:22 GMT

Fishing Tackle Unlimited Salesman Sample Sale is April 13-14. They have lots of fishing, hunting and outdoors stuff and really good prices.

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Easter

Sun, 08 Apr 2012 14:45:39 GMT

Happy Easter.

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Sharon - Thank you!

Fri, 30 Mar 2012 17:33:29 GMT

Great job on the newsletter Sharon, and being a great leader; setting up group trips, Summer Madness etc....thank you for all you do for this group!

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