well got off work at 4 and went to a local strip pit. Just caught 6 small eaters...10-12 inces. But it was at least an ice breaker for me. Hopefully I can get 1 day this weekend to try to get a real mess to fry up. I think the lakes still have a few that havent spawned. Might try Shoal Bay if I can avoid the bass tourny guys down there. Luck to all ya'll !!