Do you love big bluegill?

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At 6:12am on August 3, 2009, Trevor said…: Like using crankbaits to catch big bull gills? Join the crankbait group!

At 4:08pm on August 2, 2009, CHARLES A. VINSON, JR. said…: Thanks Jim, I hit this spot last season with flies and bait and had a ball. Have you tried Loch Raven Reservoir ?

At 4:40am on August 2, 2009, CHARLES A. VINSON, JR. said…: Thanks Jim I Just started fly fishing last season , and blue gill are a blast on the fly. I'd like to fish some ponds do you know of any in the area ?

At 9:25pm on August 1, 2009, huskerbowhunter said…: Those hybrids can sure fight thats for sure. I was fishing them in a small paddleboat and they would take runs and pull me around. It was awesome. I haven't tried fishing em with spoons but I'll definitely have to give it a try next time out. -Good luck

At 8:09pm on July 31, 2009, Terry Gauger said…: Hey Jim,

Yes that is an Oscar and Holiday park is loaded with them.

unHOOKum Terry

At 8:23pm on July 28, 2009, IceWarriorGill said…: Hey Jim, I was out this evening for a little action and I got eaten up by the "Skeeters"!!! You can even see one in the sideview photo!!! This Brute fell for a 3 in Black Gulp Leech on a 1/32 oz jighead!!!!

At 5:28am on July 28, 2009, Greg McWilliams said…: Ok Jim The step X step of the boobie is complete, It was a fun project but can you understand how too????????????

At 5:16am on July 27, 2009, Greg McWilliams said…: Morning Jim, My daughter taught me the computer skills. The first day I was home alone, went to looking for flies. Favorites are " NYMPHS". Thats what I typed in, Boy was my face RED

At 7:55pm on July 26, 2009, Patrick "Bullworm" Olson said…: Jim, I have to be at work at 6 a.m. and I will be there till who knows when. We have 1700 shirts to print! The hoppers were tied on size 10 and 12 hooks. Google Fishy's Hoppers to get the instructions. I will be posting something very special tomorrow night...stay tuned!

At 6:27pm on July 25, 2009, Greg McWilliams said…: Not sure if I am puter savey enough to do but am going to try.

At 5:53pm on July 25, 2009, James Feasel said…: Mr. Gronaw,
I really enjoyed the Backyard Budget article. I have a thought on a live bluegill rig. How about a quick strike rig like the muskie guys use on suckers. Instead of wire, use flourocarbon and somewhat smaller hooks. I'm gonna try it for flatheads in the Ohio river later this summer. I think the quick strike rig would bring joy to those who enjoy a good old fashioned eye crossing hookset.

At 4:19pm on July 25, 2009, Greg McWilliams said…: Hi Jim, The photo of the boobie fly, is going to be redone. Was thinking if show the fly in different stages of being tied. The fly is simple to tie but is time consuming due to the fabric paint, and waiting for it to dry. Do you think I should put something like that on the fly tying jig page or on my page?
I have kin folk on the eastern shore of Virginia, do they have the yellow pearch down there. I would sure like to catch one of the rascals.

At 6:24pm on July 24, 2009, Patrick "Bullworm" Olson said…: Thanks Jim! That is exactly what I thought. We use the same technique up here for walleye a.k.a. "The almighty golden carp". Just checkin', you never know! Take care!

At 8:17pm on July 21, 2009, Patrick "Bullworm" Olson said…: Thanks Jim for the words of encouragement! I do alot of research before I go out to new water. That is what I spend most of time between outings. Redemtion was sought tonight!! No real big ones but has the potentional!!

At 7:42pm on July 21, 2009, Greg McWilliams said…: Hi jim what were you confused about on the booby fly.
Greg

At 5:13am on July 20, 2009, Patrick "Bullworm" Olson said…: Jim, I know what you mean 'bout the "better halfs" catching some of the biggest fish or the most fish of the day! To make myself feel better about that situation, I always say, "If it weren't for your guide." I love it when they catch a ton fish though! All smilies here!

At 8:22pm on July 19, 2009, Lance A. Cashler said…: I was just wondering because I'm not too fond of white bass, but they are quite different I'm sure. Thanks for the reply.

At 8:08pm on July 19, 2009, IceWarriorGill said…: Hey Jim, Wonder why I've got a sneaking suspicion that one of these days the name that holds the Piney Run Striper record is going to end in GRONAW!!!! Good luck to you and your son in catching that record fish!!!!!

At 11:16am on July 19, 2009, Patrick "Bullworm" Olson said…: I was waiting for you to catch that one!! I told her not to smile, it was all a set up for you, buddy!! Good times!!

At 11:30pm on July 18, 2009, Rob Garner said…: All I can say to that is it must be nice to have to push a pen or some keys on the ole keyboard and then someone pays for your fishing gear.Way to go.I imagine its pretty dog eat dog in that business though just like any othere and probably not very easy.But you make your money working outdoors at least what sounds like most of the time.I envy you Jim. Have a good one.