Houston Urban fishing 2-14-08

Forever Fishing · Post by **Forever Fishing** » Thu Feb 14, 2008 4:26 pm

My drop shot pole lost a guide rim so Gander Mtn. swapped it out for me. Just had to try it out so I went here:

And caught these plus a white crappie who's picture didn't come out some how. First cappie on a drop shot. Didn't even know this lake had crappies.

One hour forty five minutes, new area, 5 fish. Life is good!

Gr8_Outdoorsman · Post by **Gr8_Outdoorsman** » Thu Feb 14, 2008 4:38 pm

Those are some nice fish for a small lake!

One suggestion would be to try to take your pictures while holding the fish by it's mouth. When you lay the fish down like that, it removes the protective coating and opens the door to infections and sores. Unless you are keeping them, then it really doesn't matter

I am not trying to sound condemming, but I didn't know if you realized that.

Justin_Time · Post by **Justin_Time** » Thu Feb 14, 2008 4:49 pm

Cool report and pics, Brice! Keep them coming...

fishermankevin · Post by **fishermankevin** » Thu Feb 14, 2008 5:53 pm

nice man, i like reading these reports...keep em coming

Forever Fishing · Post by **Forever Fishing** » Thu Feb 14, 2008 7:26 pm

When I take the photo holding the fish they look like this...

Just don't shoot as well.

I've heard that regarding the protective coating. However, I figure the fish are out of the water for usually less than a minute and I've never even had to revive one after handling them as gently as I do. I love these fish and release them all with extraordinary care. If they can't lay on the grass for 10 seconds while I shoot them they they sure as heck won't make it in the wild with all the toxic elements they endure (i.e. run off). I assure you there has never been anyone handle them more gently than me. Thanks for the pointer and I'll keep that in mind but I don't think I'll change my process.

stray · Post by **stray** » Thu Feb 14, 2008 7:54 pm

i need top find a place like that, i go to alot of little ponds and lakes but never find a consistent spot.

Gr8_Outdoorsman · Post by **Gr8_Outdoorsman** » Thu Feb 14, 2008 10:24 pm

Being out of the water isn't the problem. Nor is the problem an immediate one that it would require reviving the fish. It is longer term in nature. In other words, you lay the fish on the grass, this removes the protective film. You safely release the fish and some time later is when the problems develop. It allows for those toxic chemicals that you are speaking of to have a greater effect on the fish.

You can and will continue to handle them however you want. I just didn't know if you realized the consequence of laying them on a dry surface like you are doing to take a picture. I was not trying to put you down, simply just stating a fact. All outdoorsmen are responsible for protecting the resources and educating one another.

If you do a search in Google under "bass handling & protective coating" I am certain that you will find plenty of evidence supporting what I am stating.

Once again, nice catches and I wish you the best!

Arnulfo Curiel · Post by **Arnulfo Curiel** » Fri Feb 15, 2008 12:17 am

You're doing good Brice, keep up the good fishing and reports. Its tough having to sit here and look at the photos of those great looking bass, I'm jealous

Forever Fishing · Post by **Forever Fishing** » Fri Feb 15, 2008 8:37 am

You're doing good Brice, keep up the good fishing and reports. Its tough having to sit here and look at the photos of those great looking bass, I'm jealous

Thanks for the encouragement Arnulfo. Can't wait to meet up with you again. I still have the image of you landing that 43" Bull Red on your bass gear in my minds eye. That was too funny.

Chaz · Post by **Chaz** » Fri Feb 15, 2008 8:55 am

Hey Brice,

Nice looking place - can you say where it is?

Scubasteve · Post by **Scubasteve** » Fri Feb 15, 2008 10:05 am

Good lord man!! You been doin a lot of Urban Fishing latetly.

sS

Reelworld · Post by **Reelworld** » Fri Feb 15, 2008 10:21 am

Chaz · Post by **Chaz** » Fri Feb 15, 2008 10:51 am

I may take up freshwater fishing again, with water this close!
Brice thanks man!

wastin away · Post by **wastin away** » Fri Feb 15, 2008 11:02 am

Chaz wrote:Hey Brice,

Nice looking place - can you say where it is?

Did i miss the answer, or is it a secret?

sherwood · Post by **sherwood** » Fri Feb 15, 2008 12:10 pm

I live in North Houston.. looks like I need to do some exploring. Love your reports!

Scubasteve · Post by **Scubasteve** » Fri Feb 15, 2008 1:26 pm

got crabs? wrote:
Chaz wrote:Hey Brice,

Nice looking place - can you say where it is?
Did i miss the answer, or is it a secret?

No secret, just look at his other post - 290, 25,00 families, 900 acres of paddle-able water - that would be tough to miss.

sS

Forever Fishing · Post by **Forever Fishing** » Fri Feb 15, 2008 3:40 pm

No secret, just look at his other post - 290, 25,00 families, 900 acres of paddle-able water - that would be tough to miss.

sS

Exactly. It's no secret. I"ve even mentioned the name in the NW forum. I've been getting pm'd like crazy.

The last reports were from Bridge Land. Take your chances people as it is private property. Also, don't leave liter or for sure they'll run us out of there.

Respect!

Forever Fishing · Post by **Forever Fishing** » Fri Feb 15, 2008 3:45 pm

Scubasteve wrote:Good lord man!! You been doin a lot of Urban Fishing latetly.

sS

Actually I've been doing about the same amount of fishing just decided to post a few reports. It's been fun as the response has been awesome. We have alot of people looking for places to fish only to realize there are fish all around us. Let's fish on people.

Go fishing be happy!

Northsider · Post by **Northsider** » Fri Feb 15, 2008 8:00 pm

Cool pics!

david · Post by **david** » Fri Feb 15, 2008 8:50 pm

I have enjoyed your reports. They are down to earth and the locations are so close by.

Crazy Yak · Post by **Crazy Yak** » Fri Feb 15, 2008 10:18 pm

Brice catches Bass in his sleep. You just have to commit to getting ran off by the Cops or chased by wild hogs! It adds to the thrill of the catch!