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Well, it's the middle of April, and sad to say I've only been to my friend's private lake twice. The first time much earlier this month, I came home with 10 nice gills with a total weight of 5 pounds. Second time out, only caught 4 just last weekend. Could see the gills everywhere, but this time of the month they only have one thing on their minds. Looks like it's going to be a heavy bedding season. The fish I caught were all on what I call now the "spider grub". Again, it comes from the idea that one of the members posted when I first came on this site. It's the 1 inch curl-tail grub body without the tail and 3 "legs" sewn through it. I thread a 1/32 ounce jighead on it and use a weighted bobber for distance. That's all I have been using in different color combinations, and they work great. Thanks for the tip. I know the idea isn't new to some, but is to me. Hope I'll get out more this spring. Been sick with pneumonia for 2 weeks in April, and while layed up sick, someone stole my car and wrecked it. Haven't been able to afford to buy another vehicle, so my wife and I are sharing hers. Oh well, could be worse. Take care folks and keep the live wells full. Nick.

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Comment by Nick Holt on April 21, 2010 at 12:46pm
Hey Bruce, Thanks for the quick response. Tried to go to the chat room a few minutes back, but no-one responded. Any special time chatting is more active? Nick.
Comment by Bruce Condello on April 21, 2010 at 10:54am
Thanks for the update, Nick! I'm sorry to hear you weren't feeling well, and I can't believe somebody stole your car!!! :-(

Definitley keep us updated on the fishing trips,.....and your car situation!

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