thanks, i am new to this forum. i am from so. illinois. i like to make a few trips south each year. Peckerwood is always one of my early favorites. i may try to come down for a few days next week. my youngest son will be on spring break then. otherwise, i would wait until a the weather warms a little. i fish old town and horseshoe some as well. I try to make it down maybe once in March and once in April if i am able. I fish Reelfoot some too. I have never fished any of the Mississippi lakes that seem to be so popular. I would probably never fish them because of the stories I hear about how crowded they get.

i grew up in southern illinois and while far from an expert i am familiar with most lakes in this area, so if i can be of help to anyone wanting info on southern illinois lakes i am happy to share what i have learned over the years.